Texsport 14257 El Ri Hammock - Manual

INSTRUCTIONS
Item 14257
El Rio™ Hammock
does not include hardware
CAUTION: DO NOT JUMP UP AND DOWN ON THE HAMMOCK. DO NOT USE IT AS A PLAYGROUND SWING.
CHILDREN HAVE BEEN KNOWN TO USE HAMMOCKS AS A TRAMPOLINE OR TRY TO SWING OFF OF THE
HOOKS. THIS IS DANGEROUS AND NOT THE INTENDED USE OF YOUR HAMMOCK. IT ALSO WILL CAUSE
EXCESSIVE WEAR AND TEAR ON THE HAMMOCK AND MOUNTING HARDWARE.
THE MAXIMUM SAFE WEIGHT LIMIT FOR THIS HAMMOCK IS 400 LBS.
PLEASE NOTE AND OBSERVE THIS LIMIT.
MAINTENANCE:
By observing the following suggestions, your hammock will provide many hours of relaxing pleasure:
• Store your hammock in a cool, dry place. Be certain that it is not wet or damp when rolled and stored or the rope may mildew
or rot. If he hammock does get wet, let it dry completely before storing.
• Although this hammock is intended for outdoor use, exposure to adverse weather conditions such as UV rays, rain or snow alter
the appearance and decrease the life span of the hammock. Therefore, please handle your hammock with care in order to
obtain maximum enjoyment.
• Do not hang or store your hammock in an area where wildlife may potentially have access. Avoid storing near chemicals and
pesticides which, if spilled, may effect the strength or integrity of the fibers used in this hammock.
• Handwash your hammock using a mild detergent. Rinse well and hang to dry. Allow it to air dry completely before using or
storing. Do not use any products with bleach or strong chemicals.
INSTALLATION OF HAMMOCK:
STEP 1 ..First determine where you would like to hang the hammock. It may be hung between two
posts, on our specially designed hammock stands, on your porch, or just about anywhere you
prefer. Ideally, the space in which you plan to hang your hammock should be 18 inches greater
than the overall length of your hammock. ALWAYS TEST YOUR HAMMOCK CAREFULLY PRIOR TO
EACH USE TO MAKE CERTAIN THAT IT IS HUNG SECURELY AND IN SAFE CONDITION.
STEP 2 ..If you are installing the hammock where a wooden surface will hold an eye hook; such as
between trees, posts, or wall studs, observe the following:
a. ..MAKE CERTAIN THE WOODEN OBJECT IS AT LEAST SIX INCHES IN DIAMETER AND THAT THE
WOOD IS SUITABLE TO HOLD THE EYE HOOK. SOME WOODS ARE VERY SOFT, SUCH AS WIL-
LOW, PALM OR BEECH, AND MAY NOT HOLD THE HAMMOCK WHEN IN USE.
b. ..Drill 3/16” pilot hole 1” deep at each installation point approximately 5’ to 6’ above the
ground. The exact height will depend on the distance between the two points of installa-
tion and how high you wish to hang the hammock. (See Figure A - reverse).
c. ..Screw an eye hook in each of the pilot holes drilled. Use a screwdriver partially inserted in
the eye of the hook for leverage while screwing the hook in place. BE SURE TO SCREW THE
HOOK COMPLETELY INTO THE WOOD UNTIL THE EYE IS SNUG AGAINST ITS MOUNTING
LOCATION. WHERE THE HAMMOCK IS MOUNTED USING A WALL STUD, BE CERTAIN THAT
THE EYE HOOK IS DIRECTLY IN THE CENTER OF THE STUD AND IS SECURELY EMBEDDED. CAU-
TION: DO NOT CONTINUE TO TIGHTEN THE SCREW ONCE IT IS EMBEDDED.
Thank you for purchasing this Texsport hammock. Please read and understand each step of the set-up instructions. We hope you
enjoy your new hammock and that it will give you many years of outdoor pleasure.