HearthSong 729829 Quick setup guide
Safety and Assembly
Instructions for Boat Swing
Item #729829 Made in China exclusively for HearthSong. ©2014. HearthSong, Madison, VA 22727 (800) 533-4397
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Intended solely for family and domestic use—not for a commercial playground or day care.
Two adults needed for assembly. Maximum weight capacity: 250 lbs. For ages 3–6 years.
Hanging hardware not included. Ideally, the Boat Swing should be hung over grass,
sand, wood chips, or other soft surfaces. Under no circumstances should it be hung over
concrete, asphalt, or other hard surfaces. Depending on the size and weight of the child,
the swing should have a clearance of at least 18" from the ground. The maximum fall
height should not be more than 18". Two S hooks are attached to the rope to allow for
adjustment of the rope’s length.
This swing is intended for no more than two children at any time. For ease and safety
of use, lift the child in and out of the swing while stationary.
Please be sure to examine the ropes regularly to check for wear. Rope will, in time, degrade.
If the color of the rope has become pale, frays easily, or gives off a powdery material when
rubbed between the fingers, we recommend you replace the rope. Equipment should be
hung in such a way that a distance of at least 6' is clear on either side. Can be hung on
an A-frame or swing set or on a tree limb of a diameter of at least 10"-12".
!WARNING!—Small parts for assembly by an adult.
1. Be sure your package
included all the parts
shown at le.
7. Slide Bolt A and Bolt B through the four holes
in the frame, being sure that both ends of Rope
A are on the same side of the boat, and those of
Rope B are on the opposite side of the boat.
3. Slip the frame through the side
sleeves.
4. Attach the curved ends. 5. Slip the end
of the cover
over the end of
the frame.
6. Attach the
eye bolts with
the locking nuts
through the cover
and frame.
2. Assemble the middle
pieces using the bolt con-
nection. Be sure the holes
for attaching the ropes are
on the outside.
A
A
B
B
AA
B
B
Takes two adults
15 minutes to assemble.
B
Clearance distance should be 6 feet around the swing.
A fall onto a hard surface can result in serious injury
to the equipment user.
Do not use the equipment until properly installed.
This swing is not to be used in any other manner other
than its intended use.
Adult supervision is required.
Adults should verify that the hanging ropes are secured
and cannot be looped back on the swing.
Do not use this equipment in a manner other than
intended.
It is important for adults to instruct children to:
• Dress appropriately while using the swing
(avoid ponchos, scarves, and other loose-fitting
clothing that is potentially hazardous).
• Do not sit on the floor of the swing. Sit only on the
seats.
• Avoid swinging the boat when not occupied.
• Warning! Please be sure children wear well-tting
footwear that fully encloses the foot when using this
swing. Clogs, flip-flops, and sandals are considered
inappropriate footwear.
It is important for adults to instruct children NOT to:
• Walk close to, in front of, behind, or between
moving items.
• Twist ropes or loop them over the top support bar since
such action may reduce the strength of the rope.
• Get off of the swing while it is in motion.
• Climb on the swing when it is wet.
• Attach additional items to the swing that might cause
a strangulation hazard.
• Wear a bicycle or sport helmet while on the swing.
Maintaining the Swing
At the beginning of each play season, adults should:
• Tighten all hardware.
• Check all protective coverings on pipes, edges, and
corners. Replace if they are loose, cracked, or missing.
• Check all moving parts including swing seat, ropes for
wear, rust, or other deterioration. Replace as needed.
The hardware used for this swing (binding post, screw,
S hook, lock washer, flat washer, and metal ring) can
be found at a local hardware store.
• Check metal parts for rust. If found, sand and repaint
using a non-lead-based paint meeting the requirements
of 16 CFR 1303.
• Lubricate all metallic moving parts per manufacturer’s
instructions.• If the swing is hung from swing set
frame, then lubricate all metallic moving parts that are
attached by a metal connection.
• If the swing is hung from a tree branch, then rake and
check depth of loose-fill protective surfacing materials
(such as mulch or sand) to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth (minimum amount is 9").
Replace as needed.
Twice a month during play season, adults should:
• Tighten all hardware.
• Check all protective coverings on pipes, edges, and
corners. Replace if they are loose, cracked, or missing.
• If the swing is hung from a tree branch, then rake and
check depth of loose-fill protective surfacing materials
(such as mulch or sand) to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth (minimum amount is 9").
Replace as needed.
Once a month during play season, adults should:
• Check all moving parts including ropes for wear or
other deterioration. Replace as needed.
• Lubricate all metallic moving parts per manufacturer’s
instructions.
• If the swing is hung from a tree branch, then rake and
check depth of loose-fill protective surfacing materials
(such as mulch or sand) to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth (minimum amount is 9").
Replace as needed.
At the end of each play season or when the temperature
falls below 40°F, adults should:
• Remove the swing from its outdoor location.
• Store the swing in a dry environment.
• If the swing is hung from a tree branch, then rake and
check depth of loose-fill protective surfacing materials
(such as mulch or sand) to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth (minimum amount is 9").
Replace as needed.
• To clean, spot clean.
Disposing of the Swing
To dispose of the swing, first disassemble it. Dispose of it
in such a way that no unreasonable hazards will exist at
the time that the swing is discarded.
This conforms to ASTM F1148, Consumer
Safety Performance Specification for Home
Playground Equipment.
Please retain these instructions for future use.
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