require orientation to adjacent play events or to meet visibility
requirements shall be properly oriented.
3.1.4
Obstructions Below Ground
When obstructions below ground affect the work, shop drawings showing
proposed adjustments shall be submitted for approval.
3.2
INSTALLATION
Play events shall be installed according to the manufacturer's
recommendations and as shown to meet the requirements of paragraph CHILD
SAFETY AND ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS.
3.2.1
Play Event Modification
Site modifications of play events affect the coverage provided in paragraph
WARRANTY; therefore, play events and equipment shall not be modified
without the written approval of the manufacturer.
3.2.2
Wood Finishes
Field applied or touch up of wood finishes shall meet the same
specifications as finishes applied at the factory.
3.2.3
Plastic Play Events
Plastic and recycled plastic components shall be connected by stainless
steel hardware. The hardware shall be countersunk. Recycled plastic
molded as lumber or wood-polymer lumber shall be installed in accordance
with the manufacturer's recommendations.
3.2.4
Footings
The top elevation of play event footings will be installed at the subbase
of the protective surfacing.
3.2.5
Multiple-Axis (Rotating) Swing
The multiple-axis (rotating) swing shall be located away from other play
events and circulation. It shall not be attached to a composite structure.
3.2.6
Single-Axis (To-Fro) Swing
The single-axis (to-fro) swing shall be located on the perimeter of the
outdoor play area. It shall not be attached to a composite structure.
3.2.7
Slide
The required exit region clear area shall be provided in accordance with
ASTM F 1487.
3.2.8
Chain or Rope Ladder, Climber or Net Climber
A chain or rope ladder; climber; net climber; and similar components shall
be installed in the vertical position. Angled or arch positions are not
accepted.
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