Huffy SKM 3072-U User Manual

P/N 205343A 7/97

A Huffy Group

Portable Basketball System with Elevator

Owners Manual

Internet Address: http://www.huffysports.com

Toll-Free Customer Service Number for Austrailia: 1-800-333061

HUFFY

REQUIRED TOOLS AND

MATERIALS:

• Two People

• Tape Measure

• Tape

• Wood Board (Scrap)

• Wrenches: (Two) 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, 3/4” (9/16” Deep Socket w/Ext. Recommended) Or Large and Small Adjustable Wrenches

• Support Table

• Step Ladder 8 ft. (2.4 m)

• Garden Hose or Sand (102 kg) (225 lb.)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAY

RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY,

PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WILL VOID WARRANTY.

Owner must ensure that all players know and follow these

rules for safe operation of the unit.

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. 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 is 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.

• This equipment is intended for home recreational use only and NOT excessive competitive play.

• Read and understand the warning label affixed to pole. Label is shown on page 2.

• The life of your basketball pole depends on many conditions. The climate, placement of the pole, the location of the pole, exposure to corrosives such as pesticides, herbicides or salts are all important.

• During assembly, if using a ladder use extreme caution. Two people are recommended for this operation.

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

• Climate, corrosion and excessive use or misuse could result in pole failure.

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

• If technical assistance is required, contact Huffy Sports.

• Adult supervision is recommended when adjusting height.

• Minimum operational height is 2 m (6’6”) to the bottom of backboard.

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

Use caution when using this unit.

IMPORTANT! Have any questions...don’t go back to the store.

We appreciate your purchasing one of our many fine products. We are sure that you will be very satisfied with your selection. Although great care and effort have been taken, problems may occur. To ensure prompt and correct handling of any problems, or to answer any questions, please contact the Customer Service Center. Service will be quicker if you reference your Model Number (found on carton).

PLEASE WRITE YOUR MODEL NUMBER IN THE SPACE PROVIDED ABOVE.

WRITE IN MODEL NUMBER:____________

Customer Service Center

Annex 89 Larkin Ave.

Essendon Airport

Essendon Airport North

Melbourne, Australia 3041

HUFFY

SPORTS

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IMPORTANT! WRITE DOWN MODEL NUMBER FROM BOX ON PAGE 1 OF THIS OWNERS MANUAL

WARNING

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT

IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Owner must ensure that all players know and

follow these rules for safe operation of the unit.

See instruction manual for proper installation and maintenance. Use caution when performing dunk type activities on this unit. Do not hang from any part of unit, including backboard, support braces, rim or net. Do not slide, climb, shake or play on base and/or pole. Surface beneath the base must be smooth and free of gravel, or other sharp objects. Punctures cause leakage and could cause unit to tip over. After assembly is complete, fill system completely with water or sand and stake to the ground. Never leave unit in an upright position without filling base with weight, as unit may tip over causing injury. Do not allow water in base to freeze. During sub-freezing weather add non-toxic antifreeze, sand or empty base completely and store. (Do Not Use Salt) Keep pole top covered with cap at all times. Keep organic material away from pole base. Grass, litter, etc. could cause corrosion and/or deterioration. Check pole system for signs of corrosion (rust, pitting,

chipping) and repaint with exterior enamel paint. If rust has penetrated through steel anywhere, replace pole immediately. Check unit before each use for loose hardware, excessive wear and signs of corrosion and repair before using. Check unit before each use for stability. Do not use system during windy and/or severe weather conditions, unit may tip over. Place system in the storage position and/or in an area protected from the wind and free from personal property and/or overhead power lines. During play, use extreme caution to keep player's face away from the backboard, rim or net. Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in contact with backboard, rim or net. When adjusting height unit, keep hands and fingers away from moving parts. Do not allow children to adjust or move unit. When moving unit use caution to keep mechanism from shifting. During play, do not wear jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces, etc.) Objects may entangle in net.

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

Insert end of broom handle or wooden dowel 3/4"-7/8" (19-22mm) diameter into release lever.

Push up, pivot outward

to raise and lower

In the U.S.: 1-800-558-5234 and Canada Only: 1-800-284-8339

IMPORTANT!

Push up,

pivot inward

and lower

to lock

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Bottom View of Base

Lay base (1) bottom up and set wheel (2) into place.

With wheel and strut holder in place, insert spacer (6) thru notch in base, strut holder (3) and wheel (2). Then push spacer thru hole in base. Install bolt (4) thru washer (5), spacer (6), second washer (5) and nut (7) then tighten. Repeat STEPS 1 and 2 for the opposite side.

Slide strut holder (3) between wheel (2) and base (1).

NOTE: Wheel (1) has spacer snapped in place over axle

hole, the spacer should face the strut holder (3).

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Setup base (1) as shown and install strut tubes (8).

Install bolt (9) thru top of collar (12) with washer (10) and nut (11). Tighten upper and lower strut hardware completely.

Side View

Line-up hole in strut tube (8) with hole in strut support (3) and install hardware as shown. Repeat for opposite side.

Slide collar (12) onto strut tubes. Line up holes in tubes (8) with holes in collar (12).

IMPORTANT!

DO NOT TIGHTEN COMPLETELY

AT THIS TIME.

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