Kanoe Frequently Asked Questions
How old can a child be to use the Kanoe? How much weight can the Kanoe support? In
general, we recommend the Kanoe for newborns and children up to 2 years
of age. This will of course depend on the weight of the child. The
spring (item KS-002) is most responsive for children weighing between
10 and 30 pounds. The heavy-duty spring (item KS-003) is available as
an alternative or replacement and is most responsive between 30 and 50
pounds. Once the child is too heavy for either spring, we recommend
that the spring be removed and the straps be adjusted so that the
Kanoe is just a few inches from the floor. At this point, children
are probably able to climb out of the hammock on their own and can be
taught to do so safely. How large is the Kanoe? How much space is needed to hang it? The
hammock portion of the Kanoe measures 36 inches long by 16
inches wide. For freedom of movement it needs to be positioned at
least 28 inches from any nearby wall or object. Can my child sleep in the Kanoe? Yes.
Children tend to fall asleep as fast as if they were being rocked in
your arms. Children who have a difficult time getting to sleep are
often quickly soothed by the gentle 3-dimensional motion of the
Kanoe. The adjustable lower straps on all four corners of the Kanoe
allow it to be set at an incline to help comfort colicky babies. Close
attention must be paid to children who are strong enough to climb out
of the Kanoe by themselves, it is important to lower the Kanoe to
within a few inches of the ground and teach the child to enter and exit
safely. How is the Kanoe installed? Is there a stand?  The setup of the
Kanoe is designed to be quick, easy, and allow for maximum
flexibility. Eye lags can be placed in several locations around the
house or outdoors (i.e., in the nursery, next to parents' bed, in the
garden). The hammock can then be easily unhooked and quickly relocated
elsewhere, eliminating the need for a cumbersome stand. Proper
installation of the eye lags is essential for the safe use of the
Kanoe. Complete installation instructions and two eye lags are
included with the hammock; additional eye lags are sold separately or
can be picked up at a hardware store (they must be stainless steel.)
We
do realize that it is not always possible to hang the Kanoe from the
ceiling, stands that are sold to hold hanging chairs are available on
the market. Most should work fine - make sure you choose a stand with
a high anchor point for best results. Is the Kanoe washable? Yes.
An essential design element of the Kanoe is that the hammock is easily
taken apart for washing. Simply unclip the four corners where the
support straps meet the hammock, remove the two internal wooden support
rods, and wash! The 100% organic cotton Kanoe is extremely durable and
colorfast and is completely machine washable. Can I use the Kanoe outside? Yes.
The 100% organic cotton canvas is very durable and is suitable for
indoor and outdoor use. As always, proper installation of the Kanoe as
outlined in the installation instructions is essential for the safe use
of the product. There is an extension strap, available upon request,
for looping over a beam or tree limb, or for use with high ceilings. |
