Huffy In-Ground Basketball User Manual

12/06 ID# M6809011

Toll-Free Customer Service Number for U.S: 1-800-558-5234,

For Canada: 1-800-284-8339,

For Europe: 00 800 555 85234 (Sweden: 009 555 85234),

For Australia: 1-800-632 792

Internet Address: www.huffysports.com www.spalding.com

REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS:

• 2 Capable Adults

• Tape Measure

• Wood Board (scrap)

• Sawhorse or Support Table

• Hammer

• Step Ladder 8 ft. (2.4m)

• Safety Glasses

• (2 each) Wrenches

(2) Socket Wrenches and Sockets

• Extension

• Phillips-Head Screwdriver

1/2" 9/16" 3/4"

AND/OR

• Garden Hose or Sand

• Optional: Large & Small Adjustable Wrenches

SAND

(475 lb.)

(216 kg)

1/2" 9/16" 3/4"

READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR'S MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS UNIT.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.

WARNING!

Write Model Number

From Box Here:

Portable System

Owners Manual

Customer Service Center

• N53 W24700 South Corporate Circle • Sussex, WI 53089 • U.S.A.

This manual, accompanied by sales receipt, should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference, as it

contains important information about your model.

Adult Assembly Required.

ID# M6809011 12/06

BEFORE YOU START

To ensure optimal playability of backboard system, a close tolerance fit between the elevator components and

hardware is required. Test-fit large bolts into large holes of elevator tubes, backboard brackets, and triangle plates.

Carefully rock them in a circular motion to ream out any excess paint from holes if necessary.

NOTE: Not all items pictured are included with every model.

NOTICE TO ASSEMBLERS

Adult Assembly Required. Dispose of ALL packaging materials promptly. As with all products, periodically inspect

for loose small parts.

Assembled unit MUST be filled with sand or water at ALL times.

ALL basketball systems, including those used for DISPLAYS, MUST be assembled and installed according to

instructions. Failure to follow instructions could result in SERIOUS INJURY. It is NOT acceptable to devise a

makeshift support system.

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

Rotate crank handle to raise and lower backboard.

Do not over crank handle beyond the manufactured height indicator range of 7-1/2 - 10 feet. Damage may be caused to the screw jack’s internal adjustment mechanism if adjusted over 10 or under 7-1/2 feet.

MOVING SYSTEM

1. While holding pole, rotate basketball sytem forward until wheels engage with ground.

2. Move basketball system to desired location.

3. Carefully rotate basketball system upright.

4. Check system for stability.

568090 11/06

12/06 ID# M6809011

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR

PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WILL VOID WARRANTY.

Owner must ensure that all players know and follow these rules for safe operation of the system.

To ensure safety, do not attempt to assemble this system without following the instructions carefully. Check entire box and inside all packing material for parts and/or additional instruction material. Before beginning assembly, read the instructions and identify parts using the hardware identifier and parts list in this document. Proper and complete assembly, use, and supervision are essential for proper operation and to reduce the risk of accident or injury. A high probability of serious injury exists if this system is not installed, maintained, and operated properly.

• If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.

• Check base regularly for leakage. Slow leaks could cause the system to tip over unexpectedly

• Seat the pole sections properly (if applicable). Failure to do so could allow the pole sections to separate during play and/or during transport of the system.

• Climate, corrosion or misuse could result in system failure.

• If technical assistance is required, contact Customer Service.

• Minimum operational height is 6'-6" (1.98m) to the bottom of backboard.

Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions.

Use caution when using this unit.

IMPORTANT!

Remove all contents from boxes.

Be sure to check inside pole sections,

hardware and additional parts are packed inside.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION:

Please remember to complete your product registration form online at: www.huffysports.com/customer_support/product_registration.

WARNING!

IF YOUR SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH AN ACRYLIC BACKBOARD, EXAMINE BACKBOARD FOR ANY DAMAGE THAT MAY HAVE OCCURRED DURING SHIPMENT. CRACKS IN THE BACKBOARD COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN BREAKAGE. IF BACKBOARD IS DAMAGED IN ANY WAY PRIOR TO OR AFTER ASSEMBLY, CALL TOLL-FREE NUMBER: U.S. 1-800-558-5234; CANADA: 1-800-284-8339; http://www.huffysports.com

ID# M6809011 12/06

Get to know the basic parts of your basketball system...

TOP POLE

MIDDLE POLE

BOTTOM POLE

STRUTS

ELEVATOR ASSEMBLY

BACKBOARD

BASE

WHEEL CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY

FRONT BACK

RIM

12/06 ID# M6809011

Item Qty.

Part No.

Description

1 1 600053 Tank 2 2 906410 Strut, Pole to Base 3 1 800344 Screw Jack Assembly 4 1 FR908402 Top Pole Section 5 1 FR908401 Middle Pole Section 6 1 FR908403 Bottom Pole Section 7 2 800332 Wheel Bracket 8 2 600056 Wheel, 3.5”

9 1 108306 Rod, Axle 10 2 203099 Nut, Ny-lock, 5/16-18 11 1 600062 Cap, Cover, Height Indicator 12 1 202662 Bolt, Hex Head, 5/16-18 x 4-1/2 Long 13 2 206938 Pushnut, 7/16 Shaft Diameter 14 8 203100 Hex Flange Nut 5/16-18 15 1 908415 Bracket, Pole Mount 16 2 204846 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 4.5 Long 17 1 600058 Cover, Upper Tube 18 6 203153 Bolt, Hex Head, 5/16-18 x .75 Long 19 1 108181 Plate, Pole Mounting 20 1 201518 Bolt, Hex Head, 5/16-18 x 2.75 Long 21 1 700009 Handle, Elevator Assembly 22 1 202528 Pin, Actuator Assembly 23 4 205679 Bolt, Hex Head, 1/2-13 x 2 Long 24 8* 203218 Washer, Flat, 5/16 25 2 203679 Bolt, Hex Head, 3/8-16 x 2 Long 26 4 203104 Bolt, Hex Head, 5/16-18 x 2 Long 27 1 908416 Plate

Item

Qty.

Part No.

Description

28 1 908355 Cover Plate, Rim 29 3 205678 Bolt, Hex Head, 1/2-13 x 7 Long 30 8 201651 Spacer, Plastic, .530 I.D. x .25 Long 31 7 206340 Lock Nut, Hex 1/2-13 32 2 908412 Elevator Tube, Lower - Long 33 1 568090 Label, Height Adjustment and Moving

FR568090 Label, French 34 1 Rim 35 2 908411 Elevator Tube, Upper - Short 36 2 202587 Spacer, .530 I.D. x 1” Long 37 1 203470 Washer, Flat, .625 I.D. x .1.5 O.D. 38 1 600052 Cap, Pole Top 39 2 204558 Screw, 1/4 x .375 Long 40 2 205528 Bolt, Hex Flange, 5/16-18 x 1 Long 41 1 600049 Cap, Base 42 1 206989 Reinforcement Bracket 43 1 Net 44 1 900033 Bracket, Slam Jam 45 1 203796 Bolt, Tee, 3/8-16, 5” Long 46 1 200318 Bracket, Reinforcement, Slam Jam 47 1 203472 Spring, Rim 48 1 203795 Nut, Special, 3/8-16 49 2 205842 Washer, Flat, .344 I.D. x .1.5 O.D.

* YOU MAY HAVE EXTRA PARTS WITH THIS MODEL.

PARTS LIST - See Hardware Identifier

NOTE

Hardware kit is designed for more than one

style of basketball system. Not all hardware

will be used.

ID# M6809011 12/06

* You may have extra parts with this model.

#16 (2)

#29 (3)

#12 (1)

#45 (1)

#39 (2)

#23 (4)

#26 (4)

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (BOLTS & SCREWS)

#20 (1)

#25 (2)

#40 (2)

#18 (6)

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (NUTS & WASHERS)

#14 (8)

#10 (2)

#31 (7)

#48 (1)

#37 (1)

#24 (8)*

#49 (2)

+ 14 hidden pages