Assembly Instructions for Hammocks
Hammocks are reclining slings made from intertwined fabric or rope; they are usually suspended between two foundational points, such as adjacent tree trunks or wooden posts. The hammock allows its user to assume a leisurely position while reading, dozing or stargazing. Most commercially available hammocks arrive fully assembled, requiring only light work to mount and hang the sling. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Electric drill
- Drill bit set
- Phillips screwdriver
- Slotted screwdriver
- Included hardware
Instructions
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Locate a mounting structure for the hammock. The mounts you choose should be able to support the hammock and its maximum weight limit.
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Drill a small pilot hole roughly 4 to 5 feet from the bottom of both supports. Depending on the size of your hammock's mounting hardware, your bit size ming vary. Begin with a 5/16-inch bit if you do not know the size of the hardware.
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Insert the mounting screw hooks into the pilot holes. The mounting screw hooks have deep threading and a protruding, S-shaped hook. Tap them into the pilot holes with your screwdriver to seat them firmly.
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Grasp the S-hooks, and twist them completely into the supports. Most mounting hooks have a Phillips or slotted screw head that allow further tightening.
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Hang one end of the hammock by placing the mounting chain or loop over the S-hook. Repeat for the other side of the hammock.
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Test your installation by sitting squarely in the middle of the hammock, and gently reclining.
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Tips & Warnings
Some hammocks arrive with rubber belts specially intended for mounting on tree trunks. Fit the rubber belts around the trunks, and use the included adjusting rope to tighten into place. Mount the S-hooks onto each belt, and attach the hammock.
The climate of your area might cause premature degradation of your hammock's fiber and wooden support slats. Remove and store your hammock during inclement weather.
If your residence is absent of any support posts, hammock mounting frames can be purchased separately.
Make your pilot hole as small as possible. A pilot hole that is too large might allow slippage or bending of the mounting hook under weight.
Never allow two people on the hammock at once. This might exceed the maximum weight limit, and result in personal injury.
References
- Photo Credit red hammock image by AGphotographer from Fotolia.com
