This document describes the "Treehouse 3" playground, a residential outdoor play structure designed for children.
Function Description
The Treehouse 3 playground is a comprehensive outdoor play system, offering a variety of activities for children. It features a multi-level structure with a treehouse-like design, including a raised platform, a slide, and a swing set. The playground is designed to encourage physical activity, imaginative play, and social interaction among children. Key components include a ladder for access to the raised platform, a slide for descent, and a swing set for swinging. The overall design aims to provide a safe and engaging play environment for multiple users simultaneously.
Important Technical Specifications
The playground has overall dimensions of 443 x 501 x h272 cm. It is designed for home use only and is intended for external use. It is not suitable for children under 3 years old due to the risk of falling and/or hitting. The maximum user weight for any individual component is 50 kg. The maximum number of users allowed on the playground at the same time is 12. The product comes with a 2-year warranty from the date of purchase.
The construction primarily uses wooden components of various dimensions, along with metal fasteners and accessories.
Wooden Components (Dimensions in mm):
- 7.0 x 7.0 cm series:
- 1 (70x70x2300mm): 1 pc
- 1a (70x70x2300mm): 2 pcs
- 1b (70x70x2300mm): 2 pcs
- 2 (70x70x1850mm): 3 pcs
- 3 (70x70x1140mm): 1 pc
- 4 (70x70x1050mm): 2 pcs
- 3.5 x 9.0 cm series:
- 3.2 x 5.8 cm series:
- 6 (32x58x1530mm): 6 pcs
- 7 (32x58x1358mm): 4 pcs
- 8a (32x58x1300mm): 2 pcs
- 9 (32x58x1150mm): 1 pc
- 10 (32x58x800mm): 2 pcs
- 11 (32x58x690mm): 3 pcs
- 12 (32x58x660mm): 4 pcs
- 13 (32x58x610mm): 2 pcs
- 14 (32x58x600mm): 2 pcs
- 15 (32x58x550mm): 2 pcs
- 16a (32x58x350mm): 1 pc
- 17 (32x58x320mm): 5 pcs
- 18a (32x58x296mm): 1 pc
- 1.6 x 9.0 cm series:
- 19 (16x90x1530mm): 26 pcs
- 20a (16x90x1200mm): 1 pc
- 21 (16x90x1050mm): 2 pcs
- 22a (16x90x860mm): 2 pcs
- 23 (16x90x800mm): 41 pcs
- 24a (16x90x740mm): 2 pcs
- 25 (16x90x660mm): 23 pcs
- 25a (16x90x660mm): 1 pc
- 26 (16x90x600mm): 16 pcs
- 27a (16x90x560mm): 2 pcs
- 28a (16x90x380mm): 2 pcs
- 29a (16x90x325mm): 1 pc
- 2.7 x 3.2 cm series:
Fasteners and Hardware:
- Screws:
- W80 (80mm): 116 pcs
- W40 (40mm): 466 pcs
- W30 (30mm): 2 pcs
- W20 (20mm): 14 pcs
- T80 (80mm): 49 pcs
- T60 (60mm): 46 pcs
- S50 (50mm): 3 pcs
- S40 (40mm): 1 pc
- S30 (30mm): 13 pcs
- Other Fasteners:
- P28 (28mm): 8 pcs
- P17 (17mm): 24 pcs
- P15 (15mm): 12 pcs
- L11 (11mm): 16 pcs (likely nuts or washers)
- NS (Nut, unspecified size): 1 pc
- M12 (Bolt, 12mm): 4 pcs
- OS1 (Cap/Washer): 60 pcs
- Drill Bits:
- Ø3 (3mm): 1 pc (part no. 00239)
- Ø5.5 (5.5mm): 1 pc (part no. 01372)
- Ø10 (10mm): 1 pc (part no. 00188)
- Screwdriver Bits:
- PH3 (Phillips #3): 1 pc (part no. 00068)
- PZ2 (Pozidriv #2): 1 pc (part no. 00241)
- TX25 (Torx T25): 1 pc (part no. 00190)
- TX30 (Torx T30): 1 pc (part no. 00316)
- TX40 (Torx T40): 1 pc (part no. 00242)
- Accessories:
- UC (Handles): 7 pcs
- LI (Slide support): 1 pc
- DM (Roof element): 1 pc
- TS (Telescope): 1 pc
- PW (Steering wheel): 1 pc
- SW (Swing seats): 6 pcs (Note: The image shows 2 swing seats, but the quantity listed is 6. This might indicate individual components for 3 swings or a discrepancy.)
- PLT (Plate): 1 pc
- Z (Slide): 1 pc
- BL (Swing hangers): 1 pc (Note: The image shows 2 hangers, but the quantity listed is 1. This might indicate a set or a discrepancy.)
- SF (Swing ropes/chains): 2 pcs (Note: The image shows 2 complete swings, but the quantity listed is 2 for SF, which might refer to the ropes/chains for two swings.)
- MU (Mounting bracket): 1 pc
- MG (Ground anchors): 6 pcs
- SD (Slide support brackets): 4 pcs
- ZK (Swing hooks/carabiners): 4 pcs
Usage Features
The playground offers a variety of play experiences:
- Climbing: Ladders provide access to the raised platform, promoting motor skills and strength.
- Sliding: A slide allows for a fun descent from the platform.
- Swinging: The swing set provides traditional swinging enjoyment. The manual indicates 6 swing seats (SW) and 2 swing ropes/chains (SF), suggesting a configuration for multiple swings.
- Imaginative Play: The treehouse design encourages imaginative scenarios and role-playing.
- Interactive Elements: A telescope (TS) and steering wheel (PW) add interactive elements to the play structure, enhancing imaginative play.
The design emphasizes safety with warnings about age suitability and user limits. The installation instructions include detailed steps for assembling the various components, ensuring structural integrity.
Maintenance Features
The manual does not explicitly detail maintenance features but provides general guidelines: "In compliance with the standard PN-EN 71, apply guidelines of the producer in relation to distances and methods of fastening individual elements." This implies that regular inspection and adherence to fastening methods are crucial for safety and longevity.
Given that the primary material is wood, regular maintenance would likely include:
- Inspection: Periodic checks for loose fasteners, damaged wood, or worn-out accessories (like swing ropes or slide surface).
- Tightening: Re-tightening all screws and bolts as needed to ensure structural stability.
- Wood Treatment: Applying wood preservatives or stains to protect against weathering, rot, and insect damage, especially since it's an outdoor structure.
- Cleaning: Regular cleaning of surfaces to remove dirt, debris, and mildew.
- Ground Anchoring: Ensuring ground anchors (MG) remain secure to prevent tipping or movement of the structure.
The warranty period of 2 years suggests that the manufacturer expects the product to remain functional and safe under normal use and proper maintenance within this timeframe. Adherence to the installation instructions is critical for ensuring the playground's safety and durability.