Spalding M85544C User Manual
High End Residential
In-Ground Basketball System
Owners Manual
Customer Service Center
• N53 W24700 South Corporate Circle • Sussex, WI 53089 • U.S.A.
Write Model Number
From Box Here:
Toll-Free Customer Service Number for U.S: 1-800-334-9111
Hydra-Rib Internet Address: http://www.hydra-rib.com
Spalding Internet Address: http://www.spalding.com
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
BEFORE USING THIS UNIT.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN INJURY
OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.
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IMPORTANT! WRITE MODEL NUMBER FROM BOX ONTO PAGE 1 OF THIS OWNERS MANUAL
Owner must ensure that all players know and follow these rules
for safe operation of the system.
WARNING
•
DO NOT HANG on the rim or any part of the system including
b
ackboard, support braces or net.
•
During play, especially when performing dunk type activities,
k
eep player's face away from the backboard, rim and net.
Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in contact with
b
ackboard, rim or net.
•
Do not slide, climb, shake or play on base and/or pole.
•
W
hen 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.
•
K
eep organic material away from pole base. Grass, litter, etc.
could cause corrosion and/or deterioration.
•
C
heck pole system for signs of corrosion (rust, pitting,
chipping) and repaint with exterior enamel paint. If rust has
p
enetrated 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.
•
Never play on damaged equipment.
•
Keep pole top covered with cap at all times.
•
See instruction manual for proper installation and
maintenance.
Read and understand warnings listed
below before using this product.
Failure to follow these warnings may
result in serious injury and/or property
d
amage.
ID#: 588000 01/05
In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
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
f
ollow these rules for safe operation of the system.
To ensure safety, do not attempt to assemble this system without following the
i
nstructions carefully. Proper and complete assembly, use and supervision is
e
ssential 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,
m
aintained, 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
a
nd parts list in this document.
• If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.
• Three (3) people are recommended for this operation.
• Before digging, contact utility company to locate underground power
cables, gas, and water lines. Ensure there are no overhead power lines
within 20 ft. (7 m) radius of pole location.
• Climate, corrosion, excessive use, or misuse could result in system
failure.
• If technical assistance is required, contact Customer Service.
• 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.
• 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.
• Adult supervision is recommended when adjusting height.
• Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in contact with backboard,
net, or rim.
Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions.
For more information on assembly, placement, proper use and maintenance,
visit The American Basketball Council website at http://www.smarthoops.com.
Use caution when using this system.
REQUIRED TOOLS AND MA TERIALS:
• 3 People
• Carpenter’s Level
• 15’ Tape Measure
Shovel & Post Hole
•
Digger
• Wood Board (scrap)
• (2 each) Wrenches and/or Socket Wrenches and
Sockets (Deep-Well Sockets are Recommended).
• (2) Stepladders 8 ft. (2.4 m)
• Safety Goggles
1/2" 15/16"
9/16"
3/4"
1/2" 15/16"9/16" 3/4"
• (1) Utility Knife
Phillips-Head
•
Screwdriver
• Optional: Large &
Small Adjustable
Wrenches
•
• Container to Mix
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PARTS LIST
ID# 516000 06/05
Item Qty. Part No. Description
1 1 968850 Pole
2 1 998850 Plate, Anchor, Black
3 1 Rim Assembly
4 1 Net
5 4 203017 Nut, Hex, 3/8-16
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7 2 250001 Bolt, Hex, Tap, 3/8-16 x 4” Long
8 2* 250002 Bolt, Hex, Tap, 3/8-16 x 2” Long
9 1 203457 Label, Logo, Vinyl, 2.3” x 2.7”
10 1 Backboard
11 1 516000 Label, Height Adjustment
12 1 204940 Screw Jack
13 2 220563 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2” Long, Rim Cover
14 1 80854501 Rod, Threaded Assembly, 5/8-11 x 19.8”, Zinc
15 2 202666 Name Plate, Hydra-Rib or
16 1 Cover, Rim
17 1 978851 Yoke, Upper, Center, Pole
18 1 988851 Yoke, Lower, Center, Pole
19 4 200573 Bolt, J, 5/8-11 x 24, 3” Thread
20 1 213630 Bolt, Hex, 1/2-13 x 5, Black Zinc
21 16 213635 Washer, Flat, .053 I.D., 1.08 O.D., Black Zinc
22 9* 213637 Nut, Lock, Nylon Insert, 1/2-13, Black Zinc
23 2 213641 Bolt, Hex Head, 1/2”-13 x 6”, Black Zinc
24 9 214046 Washer, Flat, 5/8, Black Zinc
25 12 214057 Nut, Hex, 5/8-11, Black Zinc
26 1 205008 Nut, Hex, 5/8-11, Grade 8
27 4* 203309 Washer, Flat, 3/8”
28 2* 214728 Bolt, Hex, 1/2-13 x 9.25, Black Zinc
29 4 204733 Screw, #8, .50 Long
30 2 204735 Height Indicator, Plastic
31 1 204739 Label, Height Indicator, Right
32 1 204740 Label, Height Indicator, Left
33 2* 206311 Spacer, .52 I.D. x .75 O.D. x .5” Long, Plastic
34 4 205254 Bolt, Hex, 1/2-13 x 2.5, Black Zinc
35
36 1 204922 Pin, Hitch
37 1 204923 Pin, Cotter, #8
38
39 4 204670B Bushing, Plastic
40 8 204670C Bushing, Plastic
4 203300 Washer, Locking, 3/8
204521 Name Plate, Spalding
1 204921 Washer, Barrel
204670A Bushing, Plastic
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* You May Have Extra Parts With This Model.
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HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (BOLTS & SCREWS)
Item #23 (2)
Item #20 (1)
Item #7 (2)
Item #34 (4)
Item #29 (4)
Item #13 (2)
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (NUTS, WASHERS & SPACERS)
Item #21 (16)
Item #24 (9)
Item #27 (4)*
Item #8 (2)*
Item #28 (2)*
Item #33 (2)*
Item #5 (4)
Item #22 (9)*
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (OTHER—NOT ACTUAL SIZE)
Item #35 (1)
Item #36 (1)
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Item #25 (12)
Item #37 (1)
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Item #26 (1)
Item #38 (14)
Item #39 (4)
Item #40 (8)
24" (61 cm)
48" (121.9 cm)
24" (61 cm)
48" (121.9 cm)
1.
Ensure ground is level with playing surface, then dig pole hole.
WARNING!
CONTACT UTILITIES
BEFORE DIGGING.
GROUND SURFACE
PLAYING SURFACE
2.
Install nut (25) to J-bolt (19) as
shown. Repeat procedure for
remaining three J-bolts (19).
IMPORTANT!
Make sure nuts (25)
are 2.75” (7 cm) from
top of J-bolts
all threaded ends of J-bolt
3.
Inst
in mounting plate (2) and secure as shown.
25
19
s (19) through holes
2.75”
(7 cm)
25
2
25
19
NOTE:
Make sure J-bolts (19) are in the illustrated position.
Nuts on the top of plate are used for leveling the pole after
system is fully assembled.
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1" (2.54 cm)
4.
Fill hole with concrete. Tamp down concrete to release air pockets
and build drainage hill.
DRAINAGE HILL
PLAYING SURFACE
SIDE VIEW
5.
Insert J-bolts (19) from mounting plate (2) into cement as shown. Move assembly around to release
any air pockets in cement, then rest mounting plate on cement drainage hill. Apply some pressure to
level mounting plate on top of drainage hill. Level mounting plate and square with playing surface.
Clean off any excess cement on mounting plate at this time and place washers (24) on J-bolts (19).
IMPORTANT!
Check leveling of mounting plate
several times with carpenter’s level
while concrete is curing.
IMPORTANT!
24
24
24
2
24
Front of mounting plate (2)
must be parallel with
playing surface.
IMPORTANT!:
TO NEXT STEP. CONCRETE MUST
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PLAYING SURFACE
WAIT A MINIMUM
OF 72 HOURS BEFORE GOING ON
CURE. ALLOW ADDITIONAL TIME
FOR COLD, WET OR HUMID WEATHER.
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