Spalding 211996C User Manual

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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: 1-800-333 061 - Internet Address: http://www.huffysports.com

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 1.

• 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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

REQUIRED TOOLS AND

MATERIALS:

• Two People

• Tape Measure

• Wood Board (Scrap)

• Wrenches: (Two of Each) 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, 3/4” or Large and Small Adjustable Wrenches

• Sawhorse or Support Table

• Garden Hose or Sand (300 lb.) (136 kg)

• Hammer

• Tape

• Phillips Screwdriver

• 1/2” & 9/16” Extended Deep Socket w/ Extension Recommended

WRITE IN YOUR MODEL NUMBER:___________

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

A Huffy Company

Portable Basketball System with Elevator-Owners Manual

IMPORTANT! In U.S. and Canada only:

Have 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, 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.

NOTICE TO ASSEMBLERS

ALL Huffy Sports basketball Systems, including those used for DISPLAYS, MUST be assembled and ballasted with

sand or water according to instructions. Failure to follow instructions could result in SERIOUS INJURY. It is NOT acceptable to devise a makeshift weight system.

The NBA and individual NBA member team identifications reproduced on this product are trademarks and copyrighted designs, and/or other forms of intellectual property, that are the exclusive property of NBA Properties, Inc. and the respective NBA member teams and may not be used, in whole or in part, without the written consent of NBA Properties, Inc.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

TO ADJUST BACKBOARD:

1. TO RAISE BACKBOARD: Slowly push up on the rim broom handle or wooden dowel, 3/4”- 7/8” (19mm - 22mm) diameter as shown to engage locking mechanism at desired height.

2. TO LOWER BACKBOARD: Push lever up to unlock and carefully lower backboard to lowest position.

MOVING SYSTEM

with

LEVER

BROOM HANDLE

1. Adjust basketball backboard height to lowest position.

2. While holding pole, rotate basketball system forward until wheels engage with ground.

3. Move basketball system to

desired location.

4. Carefully rotate basketball system upright.

5. Reattach ground restraint and check system for stability.

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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.

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

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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.

AVANT DE COMMENCER !

Pour garantir l'utilisation optimale du panneau, les composants du système élévateur et la visserie doivent être bien

ajustés (serrés). À titre d'essai, insérez les gros boulons dans les gros trous des tubes du système élévateur, des supports

du panneau et des plaques triangulaires. Basculez-les avec précaution en imprimant un mouvement circulaire pour

éliminer l'excédent de peinture, si nécessaire.

¡ANTES DE COMENZAR!

Para asegurar el óptimo rendimiento del sistema del respaldo en el juego, se requiere un ajuste de tolerancia estrecha

entre los componentes del elevador y el herraje. Pruebe el ajuste de los pernos grandes en los orificios grandes de los

tubos elevadores, soportes del respaldo y placas triangulares. Cuidadosamente muévalos en círculos para eliminar

cualquier exceso de pintura, si es necesario.

VORBEREITENDE MASSNAHMEN

Um sicherzustellen, dass das Korbwandsystem optimal für den Spielbetrieb geeignet ist, müssen die Komponenten der

Verlängerungsvorrichtung und die verschiedenen Befestigungsteile fest miteinander verschraubt werden. Große Schrauben

zur Probe in die großen Löcher der Verlängerungsrohre, Korbwandklammern und Dreiecksplatte stecken und diese

vorsichtig in einer Kreisbewegung hin- und herbewegen, um eventuelle Farbrückstände aus den Bohrungen zu entfernen.

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* You may have extra parts with this model.

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER

Item #7 (1)

Item #8 (1)

Item #11 (1)

Item #12 (6)

Item #13 (1)

Item #15 (6)

Item #17 (4)

Item #16 (6)

Item #9 (1)

Item #18 (2)

Item #34 (1)

Item #33 (2)

Item #20 (12)

Item #30 (1)

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HARDWARE IDENTIFIER

Item #35 (3)

Item #37 (3)

Item #39 (5)

Item #43 (5)

Item #42 (4)

Item #40 (1)

Item #38 (1)

Item #45 (1)

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Item #32 (1)

Item #36 (1)

Item #31 (1)

NOTE: Hardware content may vary. Item #7 201611 or 203104

RIM HARDWARE IDENTIFIER

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INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT! WRITE MODEL NUMBER FROM BOX ONTO PAGE 1 OF

THIS OWNERS MANUAL

1. Remove contents from tank (1).

2. Correctly identify each pole section and mark indicated distance from

ends with tape as shown.

3. IMPORTANT! Center alignment slot of middle pole section (5) in a

lower hole of top pole section (4) as shown. While maintaining

alignment, bounce pole top (4) and middle section (5) together as shown until they no longer move toward taped reference mark. Upright assembly. NOTE: Pole sections should have a 3-1/2" (9 cm) minimum overlap.

4. IMPORTANT! Center alignment slot of lower pole section (6) in a

lower hole of middle pole section (5) as in step 3. While maintaining

alignment, bounce assembly and lower pole section (6) together as shown until they no longer moved toward taped reference mark.

NOTE: Pole sections should have a 3-1/2" (9 cm) minimum overlap.

5. Install rod (7) through holes in bottom pole section (6) and eyebolt (8).

6. Install wheel axle (2) through wheel carriage (19) and install wheels (3)

onto wheel axle (2) with spacers (17) as shown. Insert pole assembly into tank assembly as shown. Secure bottom pole (6) section to tank and wheel carriage as shown. A deep socket is recommended.

NOTE: Two people recommended for this step. IMPORTANT! DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

7. Secure base struts (10) to pole using bolt (11), washers (12), and nut

(13), as shown. Rotate the non-secured ends of base struts (10) as shown.

WARNING: TIGHTEN BOLT (11) IN LOCKNUT (13) UNTIL FLUSH (EVEN) WITH LOCKNUT’S OUTER EDGE.

8. Secure base struts (10) to base using bolt (15), washers (12), and

nut (16).

9. Assemble backboard brackets (29) using spacers (33) bolts (35) and nuts (37) as shown.

10. Fit spacer (33) into pawl (27). Then continue to assemble as shown.

11. IMPORTANT! Test fit bolts into holes of backboard brackets (29) and

carefully rock them in a circular motion to ream out paint from holes if necessary. Attach lower elevator tubes (44) to backboard brackets (29) using spacers (42) bolts (43) spacers (17) ratchet (28) and nuts (39) as shown.

12. Secure pawl (27) in place with clevis pin (34) and washers (18).

13.

WARNING: USE EYE PROTECTION WHEN INSTALLING SPRINGS.

Stretch spring (41) into position with pliers.

14. WARNING: TWO PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION MAY RESULT IN BODILY INJURY.

Insert “T” bolt (36) through Slam Jam bracket (32) as shown. Secure Slam Jam bracket (32) and backboard bracket (29) assemblies to backboard. Using bolt (15) and nut (16) as shown.

15. Attach upper elevator tubes (44) to backboard brackets (29) using spacers (42) bolt (43) and nut (39) as shown.

16. WARNING: TWO PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION MAY RESULT IN BODILY INJURY.

Support pole on sawhorse. Attach upper and lower elevator tubes (44) to

upper pole section (4) using bolts (43) and nuts (39) as shown. Attach pole cap (22) as shown.

17. Fit rim (21) securely into bracket (32) as shown. Install reinforcement bracket (31) onto “T” bolt (36) as shown.

Install spring (30) onto “T” bolt (36) as shown. Install special nut (40) and washer (38) onto “T” bolt (36). Tighten nut (40) until flush with end of “T” bolt (36).

WARNING: USE OF THIS PRODUCT WITHOUT PROPER INSTALLATION OF SMART CLIPS, OR WHEN ALL SMART CLIPS ARE NOT PRESENT COULD RESULT IN BODILY HARM. BE SURE TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.

18. Install net clips as shown. (See illustration)

19. Install net as shown. (See illustration)

20. WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE ASSEMBLY UNATTENDED WHEN EMPTY, MAY TIP OVER.

WARNING: TWO PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION MAY RESULT IN BODILY INJURY.

Roll the completed assembly to the desired playing area. Insert the T-strap (14) through the slot on the back of the base as shown. Secure the unit to ground by twisting the tie down stake (23) into the ground and hooking the T-strap (14) onto the tie down stake (23). Fill tank with 33 gallons of water. Secure base caps (24) into base as shown.

IMPORTANT! Add two gallons (7.6 Liters) of non-toxic antifreeze in sub-freezing climates.

21. Apply the height adjustment and moving label (25) to the front of the

pole as shown.

WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO ADJUST HEIGHT.

WARRANTY CARD:

Please remember to complete your product registration form either on-line at: www.huffysports.com/warrantycard or mail-in the enclosed postcard.

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