Spalding M8872411 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

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DO NOT HANG on the rim or any part of the system including
backboard, support braces or net.

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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.

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Do not slide, climb, shake or play on base and/or pole.

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When adjusting height or moving system, keep hands and
fingers away from moving parts.

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Do not allow children to move or adjust system.

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During play, do not wear jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces,
etc.). Objects may entangle in net.

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Keep organic material away from pole base. Grass, litter, etc.
could cause corrosion and/or deterioration.

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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.

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Check system before each use for proper ballast, loose
hardware, excessive wear and signs corrosion and repair
before use.

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Check system before each use for instability.

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Never play on damaged equipment.

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Keep pole top covered with cap at all times.

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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
damage.

ID#: 588000 01/05

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n 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

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ollow these rules for safe operation of the system.

To ensure safety, do not attempt to assemble this system without following the
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nstructions carefully. Proper and complete assembly, use and supervision is

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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,
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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
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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

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• Shovel & Post Hole
Digger

Wood Board (scrap)

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• (2) Stepladders 8 ft. (2.4 m)

• (1) Utility Knife

Safety Goggles

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• Phillips-Head
Screwdriver

(2 each) Wrenches and/or Socket Wrenches and
Sockets (Deep-Well Sockets are Recommended).

1/2"

9/16"

3/4"

15/16"

• Optional: Large &
Small Adjustable
Wrenches

1/2" 9/16" 3/4"

15/16"

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Container to Mix

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PARTS LIST

ID# 516000 06/05

Item Qty. Part No. Description

1 1 968880 Pole
2 1 998880 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 4* 203309 Washer, Flat, 3/8”
16 1 Cover, Rim
17 1 978880 Yoke, Upper, Center, Pole
18 1 988883 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 1* 203641 Bolt, Hex Head, 1/2”-13 x 6”
24 9 214046 Washer, 5/8 Flat, .656 I.D., 1.313 O.D., Black Zinc
25 12 214057 Nut, Hex, 5/8-11, Black Zinc
26 1 205008 Nut, Hex, 5/8-11, Grade 8
27 2 202666 Name Plate, Hydra-Rib or

28 3 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 204741 Label, Height Indicator, Right
32 1 204742 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
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36 1 204922 Pin, Hitch
37 1 204923 Pin, Cotter, #8
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4 203300 Washer, 3/8 Locking, .380 I.D., .63 O.D.

204521 Name Plate, Spalding

1 204921 Washer, Barrel

204670 Bushing, Plastic

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* You May Have Extra Parts With This Model.

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HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (BOLTS & SCREWS)

Item #23 (1)*

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (NUTS, WASHERS & SPACERS)

Item #6 (4)

Item #20 (1)

Item #34 (4)

Item #15 (4)*

Item #7 (2)

Item #21 (16)

Item #13 (2)

Item #8 (2)*

Item #29 (4)

Item #28 (3)

Item #33 (2)*

Item #24 (9)

Item #5 (4)

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (OTHER—NOT ACTUAL SIZE)

Item #35 (1)

Item #36 (1)

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Item #22 (9*)

Item #25 (12)

Item #37 (1)

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Item #26 (1)

Item #38 (26)

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) onto J-bolts.

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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