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9/5/2002

WORLD CLASS® ACTION GRIP

MODEL #71793

WARNING

Failure to comply with any of the warnings
in these instructions may result in serious
personal injuries such as cuts, broken
bones, nerve damage, paralysis, brain
injury, or death. Failure to comply may
also result in property damage. Please
heed all warnings and cautions. To ensure
your safety, do not attempt to assemble
this system without reading and following
all instructions carefully. Identify and
inventory the parts using the Parts List.

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BASKETBALL SYSTEM

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNERS MANUAL

*A MINIMUM OF TWO ADULTS

ARE REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY*

Save this instruction in the event that the manufacturer has to be contacted for replacement parts.

INSTRUCTION #FH05600 C

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PARTS LIST

ID Part # Description Qty

TP 830081 Top Pole 1
MP 800707 Middle Pole 1
BP 830181 Bottom Pole 1
RB 850163 Left Backboard Bracket 1
LB 850162 Right Backboard Bracket 1
AZ ZJ04299 Backboard 1
AA 500096 Pole Cap 1
AB 502005 Net 1
AD 504068 Counterbalance Spring 2

F028011 Warning Sticker (Applied) 1
AI F028010 Height Sticker 1
AJ 825601 Rim 1
AK 830204 Short Extension Arm 2
AL 830205 Long Extension Arm 2
AE 700506 Wood Block 1
AF AM01500 Rim Support Bracket 1

Main Hardware (HH01700C)

HA 300022 1/4" Centerlock Nut 2
HB 300029 1/2" x 7 1/8" Hex Bolt 5
HC 300110 1/4" x 2 3/4" Hex Bolt 2
HD 301008 1/2" Centerlock Nut 5
HE 302005 3/8" x 7" Hex Bolt 1
HF 302008 3/8" Centerlock Nut 1
HI 500013 9/16" x .592 Poly Spacer 4
HJ 500032 1/2" x 1/8 Spacer 4
HK 500037 1/2 x 1" Poly Spacer 2
HL 800324 1/2" x 2 5/16" Metal Spacer 2
HM BS00800 5/16 x 1 Screw 2

Rim Hardware (HH01900B)

RA 300066 5/16" Hex T-Nut 2
RK 300128 5/16" Jam Nut 2
RC 302014 5/16" Flat Washer 2
RD 302056 Rubber Washer 2
RE 302067 5/16" x 2 3/4" Tap Bolt 2
RF 302081 5 1/2 U-Bolt 1
RG 302090 5/16" Nylock Flange Nut 4
RJ 502060 Compression Spring 2
RI 804033 Spring Retainer Plate 1

HA

RA

RI

HARDWARE IS ACTUAL SIZE

(unless otherwise indicated)

HDHC

HJ

RC

RK

RE

HF HI

HK

RD

RG

HL

2

HE

HB

HM

(not actual size)

PARTS LIST

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ID Part # Description Qty

AN A040031 Inner Channel 1
AO Z097015 Outer Tube 1
AP C050018 Channel Stop 1
AQ Z097017 Pole Bracket 1
AR C050019 Handle 1
AS C050017 Trigger 1

Action Grip™ Hardware (HH01300)

GA A070044 Lock Tab 1
GB B070040 1/4-20 x 1 1/2 Screw 2
GC B080015 Trigger Spring 1
GD BW00100 #6 Flat Washer 2
GE 300027 5/16 x 1 3/4 Hex Bolt 1
GF 300031 3/8 Flat Washer 2
GH 300095 5/16 Cap Nut 1
GI 300103 #6 x 3/8 Phillips Screw 2
HF 302008 3/8 Centerlock Nut 2
GK 302053 3/8 x 4 Hex Bolt 2
GL 800239 1/2 x 3 7/16 Spacer 2

Pole Joint Hardware (HD9139)

PA 300121 1/4" x 4" Carriage Bolt 2
PB 300127 1/4" Cap Nut 2

GA

(Not actual size)

GF

PA PB

HARDWARE IS ACTUAL SIZE

(unless otherwise indicated)

GB GD

GH GI GK

GC GE

(Not actual size)

GL

Tools and Materials Required For Assembly

(Not Included)

1. Adjustable Wrench

2. 7/16 Wrenches (2)

3. 1/2 Wrenches (2)

4. 9/16 Wrenches (2)

5. 3/4 Wrenches (2)

6. 3/8 Wrench

7. Hammer or Mallet

8. Tape Measure

9. Water Supply

10. Concrete mix
(six 90-lb. bags)

11. Phillips Screwdriver

12. Shovel

13. Marker

14. 3 Length of Rebar

15. Carpenters Level

STOP

A. Identify and inventory all parts using the Parts List. Keep the hardware

BEFORE BEGINNING ASSEMBLY

STOP

bags and their contents separate. If any parts are missing, call our Customer
Service Department.

B. Test fit all Bolts by inserting them into their respective holes. If necessary,

carefully scrape away any excess powder coating buildup from inside the
holes. Do not scrape away all of the powder coating. Bare metal may rust.
You may need to pound some Bolts into place with a hammer.

C. Purchase six 90-lb bags of concrete ready-mix and a 3' length of rebar.

Choose the location of your pole carefully! Avoid putting the pole near
overhead power or utility lines. When digging the footing, consider the location
of any underground utilities.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Failure to follow these safety instructions may result in serious injury or property damage and will void the warranty. The owner must ensure that all players

know and follow these rules for safe operation of the system. 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, or operated properly.
 If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution. Follow all warnings and cautions on the ladder carefully.  Two people are required for assembly.  Before
digging, contact the appropriate agency to locate underground power, gas and/or water lines. Do not install the system within 20 feet of overhead power lines.  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, or misuse could
result in system failure.  If technical assistance is required, contact the manufacturer.  Minimum operational height is 7 6 to the Rim.

Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or failure to follow instructions. Use caution when using the system.

POLE SECTION IDENTIFICATION

Identify the pole sections before beginning assembly. Failure to assemble the pole sections correctly may result in severe

personal injury or property damage as described on Page One.

ONCE THE POLE SECTIONS HAVE BEEN SEATED, THEY CANNOT BE SEPARATED.

Note: Tapers and flares are exaggerated in the illustrations.

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TP

Top Pole:

Four holes
at the top of
the pole and
two square
holes at the
bottom.

MP

Middle Pole:

Two slots at
the top of the
pole, four
holes in the
middle and
two square
holes at the
bottom.
Warning
Sticker.

BP

Bottom Pole:

Two slots at
the top of the
pole, dimples
at the bottom.

Required For
This Page:

9/16 Wrenches

HH01300

GK

(2)

HF

1

cementing the pole into the

ground permanently. See Page 11

Dig a round hole 24" deep and 18"

in diameter. The edge of the hole

should be flush with the edge of the

The Ground Sleeve

provides an alternative to

for more information.

playing surface.

(2)

18

2

Measure 14.5" up

from the dimpled

end of the Bottom

Pole (BP) and

make a mark (do

BP

not scratch the

powder coating).

3

Mix 5 1/2 bags of concrete. Save 1/2 bag

of concrete to use later in the assembly.

Fill the hole with concrete.

Insert the Bottom Pole up to the 14.5 mark

and 4 away from the playing surface.

4

Insert a 3/8 x 7 Hex

Bolt (HE) into the slots in

the pole and rotate the
pole so the Hex Bolt is

parallel to the playing

surface.

4"

HE

GF

(2)

GL

(2)

24

5

Check the pole several times within the first

hour to make sure that all sides are vertical

concrete. The 14.5 mark must remain level

Form the cement so it slopes away
from the pole to allow water runoff.

Failure to do so may result in

premature rusting of the pole.

Place the 1/2" x 3' rebar (not included)

inside the Bottom Pole (BP).

and that the pole does not sink into the

with the playing surface.

Rebar

Allow 1-4 hours
for the concrete

to set.

14.5

A thicker mix of

concrete will dry

stronger.

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Allow the concrete to set for at least 72 hours (3 days)

Do not continue until the concrete has set

for 1 to 4 hours.

Remove the Hex Bolt from the top of the pole.

Mix the remaining 1/2 bag of concrete and pour the

concrete into the Bottom Pole until it is just below the

slots in the top of the pole. Tamp the concrete down

with a broom handle to remove any air pockets.

Do not overfill the pole or you may not be

able to assemble the rest of the pole

sections.

Clean all excess concrete off the

outside surface of the pole.

before continuing with the assembly.

STOP!

The concrete must cure for at least 72 hours (3 days) before
installing the rest of the system. In humid climates or wet
weather, allow additional time for the concrete to cure. Do not
proceed until the curing process is complete.

Playing

Surface

7

HF

GK

GF

Small
holes

MP

Completely tighten the Nuts.

GL

Large

holes

AQ

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