Huffy SKM 5200 User Manual
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Customer Service Center
N53 W24700 South Corporate Circle
Sussex, WI 53089
U.S.A.
A Huffy Company
Portable Basketball System
Owners Manual
Toll-Free Customer Service Number for U.S: 1-800-558-5234 Canada Only: 1-800-284-8339
Internet Address: http://www.huffysports.com
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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, occasionally problems may occur. To ensure prompt and correct handling of any problems, or to
answer any questions, please contact our Toll-Free Customer Service Number listed below. Service will be quicker if you have your
Model Number (found on carton) and assembly instructions ready when calling. PLEASE WRITE YOUR MODEL NUMBER IN
THE SPACE PROVIDED ABOVE.
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)
• Pliers
• Sawhorse
• Step Ladder 8 ft. (2.4m)
• Garden Hose or Sand (300-325 lbs.) (136-147 kg)
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions.
Use caution when using this system.
• If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.
• Two (2) people are recommended for this operation.
• Check base regularly for leakage. Slow leaks could cause 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 transport of the system.
• Climate, corrosion or misuse could result in system failure.
• Minimum operational height is 6' 6" (1.98 m) to the bottom of backboard.
• 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 12.
• 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.
• If technical assistance is required, contact Huffy Sports.
• Adult supervision is recommended when adjusting height
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 system.
To ensure safety, do not attempt to assemble this system without following the
instructions carefully. 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. Check entire box and inside all packing material for parts
and/or additional instructional material. Before beginning assembly, read the
instructions and identify parts using the hardware identifier and parts list in this
document.
For more information on assembly, placement, proper use and maintenance, visit
The American Basketball Council website at http://www.smarthoops.com.
WRITE IN YOUR MODEL NUMBER:___________
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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 system.
• DO NOT HANG on the rim or any part of the system
including backboard, support braces or net.
• During play, especially when performing dunk type
activities, keep player's face away from the backboard, rim
and net. Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in
contact with backboard, rim or net.
• Do not slide, climb, shake or play on base and/or pole.
• After assembly is complete, fill system completely with
water or sand and stake to the ground. Never leave system
in an upright position without filling base with weight, as
system may tip over causing injuries.
• When adjusting height or moving system, keep hands and
fingers away from moving parts.
• Do not allow children to move or adjust system.
• During play, do not wear jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces,
etc.). Objects may entangle in net.
• Surface beneath the base must be smooth and free of
gravel or other sharp objects. Punctures cause leakage and
could cause system to tip over.
• 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 the steel anywhere, replace pole
immediately.
• Check system before each use for proper ballast, loose
hardware, excessive wear and signs corrosion and repair
before use.
•
Check system before each use for instability.
• Do not use system during windy and/or severe weather
conditions; system 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 wires.
• Never play on damaged equipment.
• See instruction manual for proper installation and
maintenance.
• When moving system, use caution to keep mechanism from
shifting.
• Keep pole top covered with cap at all times.
• Do not allow water in tank to freeze. During sub-freezing
weather add non-toxic antifreeze, sand or empty tank
completely and store. (Do not use salt.)
• Use extreme caution if placing system on sloped surface.
System may tip over more easily.
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Mark pole sections
with tape as shown.
1.
1
3
2
2.
TOP
MIDDLE
BOTTOM
5” (13 cm)
3.
IMPORTANT! Add
bottom pole section (3) to
assembly as shown.
Bounce pole sections
together 3 times, rotate 90°
and repeat rotation bounce
procedure. Continue this
step until pole sections are
completely tight.
NOTE: Pole sections
should have a 4-3/4"
(12 cm) minimum overlap.
5” (13 cm)
IMPORTANT! Bounce
pole top (1) and middle
section (2) together as
shown until they no longer
move toward taped
reference mark. Upright
assembly.
NOTE: Pole sections
should have a 4-3/4"
(12 cm) minimum
overlap.
1
2
1
2
34” (86.4 cm)
3
IMPORTANT! WRITE DOWN MODEL NUMBER FROM BOX ON PAGE 1 OF THIS OWNERS MANUAL
NOTE: Two people recommended
for this step. Lift front panel (4) and
insert tank (6) into base (5) as
shown.
4.
4
5
4
6
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Install rod (8) thru holes in bottom pole section (3)
and eyebolt (7) as shown.
7
7.
9
Pole
12
Bring pole foward and secure pole to front panel (4) at 34” (86.4 cm) mark on pole. Tighten nuts evenly until
snug. NOTE: Equal rotations on each side of u-bolt are necessary. (Final adjustment to level the rim will
be made in step 27).
Pole
34”
(86.4 cm)
Mark
8
6.
Insert pole into base assembly as shown.
NOTE: Two people recommended for this step.
Tilt unit foward using caution and secure pole
bottom to base using nut (12) and disk (13),
a deep socket is recommended.
8.
13
12
9
7
10
12
10
TOP VIEW OF
BASE ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT!
DO NOT OVER
TIGHTEN.
IMPORTANT!
Make sure items (10)
and (11) are used in
this assembly.
7
11
2
1
3
3
4
4
4
6
5
11
BOTTOM VIEW OF FRONT PANEL ASSEMBLY
SIDE VIEW OF ASSEMBLY
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