Inground System

Owners Manual

Customer Service Center

??? N53 W24700 South Corporate Circle ??? Sussex, WI 53089 ??? U.S.A.

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

?? COPYRIGHT 2000 by HUFFY SPORTS

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 pole.

???When adjusting height, 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.

???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 the pole immediately.

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

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

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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 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.

???If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.

???Two (2) people are reccomended for this operation.

???Seat the pole sections properly. Failure to do so could allow the pole sections to separate during play.

???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 Huffy Sports.

???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 to the right.

???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. Use caution when using this system.

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NOTICE TO ASSEMBLERS

ALL Huffy Sports Basketball Systems, including those used for DISPLAYS, MUST be assembled and ballasted with sand or water according to the instructions. Failure to follow instructions could result in SERIOUS INJURY. It is NOT acceptable to devise a makeshift weight system.

IMPORTANT!

Remove all contents from boxes. Be sure to check inside pole sections;

hardware and additional parts are packed inside.

WARRANTY CARD:

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

For more information on assembly, placement, proper use, and maintenance, visit The American Basketball Council website at http://www.smarthoops.com.

PARTS LIST - (See Hardware Identifier)

See Hardware Identifier

* You may have extra parts with this model.

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (BOLTS & SCREWS)

Item #23 (1)

Item #8 (2)

Item #27 (1)

Item #16 (1)

Item #12 (3)

Item #24 (2)

Item #31 (6)

Item #36 (1)

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (NUTS & WASHERS)

Item #14 (3)

Item #9 (5)

Item #37 (2)

Item #35 (6)

Item #28 (1)

Item #13 (4)

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (STEEL SPACERS)

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (PLASTIC SPACERS)

Item #33 (12)

Item #11 (2)

SECTION A: ASSEMBLE THE POLE

This is what your system will look like when you???ve finished this section:

HARDWARE USED IN THIS SECTION

Item #8

AND/OR

(2) Socket Wrenches and Sockets

a Phillips-Head Screwdriver

Item #13

1.Mark pole sections with tape (not supplied) at indicated distances from ends as shown.

Tape (Not Supplied)

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BOTTOM

2. Ensure ground is level with playing surface, then dig pole hole.

WARNING!

CONTACT UTILITIES

BEFORE DIGGING.

Note

Maximum distance from edge of hole to edge of playing surface 6??? (15.2 cm).

18" (42.7 cm)

GROUND SURFACE

6" (15.2 cm)

PLAYING SURFACE

24" (61 cm)

5.Tamp down concrete to release air pockets and build drainage hill. Level pole section in all directions several times while concrete is curing.

Note A

IMPORTANT!:

WAIT A MINIMUM OF 24 HOURS BEFORE GOING ON TO NEXT STEP. CONCRETE MUST CURE.

6.After concrete has cured, remove bottom pole section from ground sleeve (4). Place anti-skid tape (6) around the bottom area of bottom pole (see note A).

Note A

6Place top edge of anti-skid

2

Taped reference marks

5 IMPORTANT!:

5

POLE SECTIONS SHOULD 3HAVE A 3-3/4" (9.5 CM)

MINIMUM OVERLAP.

(NOT SUPPLIED)

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FRONT SIDE

10.Attach spacers (10, 11) to pole mount bracket (7) with bolts (12), washers (13), and nuts (14) as shown. IMPORTANT! Tighten until washers (13) no longer move.

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10 11

11.Assemble lanyard (17) to locking pin (18) as shown in FIG. A. Attach covers (15) onto pole mount bracket (7) with carriage bolt (16) and nut (9) as shown.

IMPORTANT: Loop end of pin lanyard (18) over carriage bolt (16) during this assembly.

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SECTION B: ASSEMBLE THE BACKBOARD

TO ELEVATOR TUBES

This is what your system will look like when you???ve finished this section:

NOTE:

ASSEMBLY WILL VARY DUE TO

BACKBOARD STYLE.

HARDWARE USED IN THIS SECTION

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR THIS SECTION

(not actual size)

Item #32

(2) Socket Wrenches and Sockets

Item #25

Item #31

1/2??? 9/16??? 3/4???

Identify elevator tubes (29 & 30).

Use the following assembly instructions if you have a 44??? molded plastic backboard (Rectangle or Fan)

1A. Install spacers (25) onto backboard brackets (26) with bolts (12, 27) and lock-nuts (14, 28) as shown. Bend bracket (26) to line up with holes in backboard.

14

27

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Use the following assembly instructions if you have a 48" molded plastic backboard (Fan)

2A. Install spacers (25) onto backboard brackets (26) with bolts (12, 27) and lock-nuts (14, 28) as shown. Bend bracket (26) to line up with holes in backboard.

2B. Assemble elevator tubes (30) as shown. Tighten completely.

30

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Use the following assembly instructions if you have a a 44??? steel-framed acrylic backboard.

3A. Assemble backboard brackets to board as shown.

Refer To

Instructions

Included With

Backboard

Hardware For Board

Assembly.

NOTE: Parts on this page are included in backboard mounting hardware.

Use the following assembly instructions if you have a 48??? molded plastic-framed acrylic backboard.

Install spacers (25), and springs (39) onto backboard

4A. brackets (26) with bolts (27, 36), washers (37) and lock-nuts (14, 28) as shown. Bend bracket (26) to line up with holes in backboard.

28 26

14

27

12

4B. Assemble elevator tubes (30) as shown. Tighten completely.

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SECTION C: ATTACH THE BACKBOARD/ELEVATOR

TO POLE SYSTEM

OR

HARDWARE USED IN THIS SECTION

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR THIS SECTION

(not actual size)

3/4???

Item #31

IMPORTANT!:

WAIT A MINIMUM OF 24 HOURS BEFORE GOING ON TO NEXT STEP22.

CONCRETE MUST CURE.

20. Install clips.

WARNING!

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C

NET INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT!:

WAIT A MINIMUM OF 24 HOURS BEFORE GOING ON TO NEXT STEPS. CONCRETE MUST CURE.

22. After concrete has cured, remove tape, install pole cap (40), fit pole assembly into sleeve (4).

IMPORTANT! The elevator holes MUST be parallel with playing surface.

WARNING

TWO PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED

FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT

FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION

MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY

INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY

DAMAGE.

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PLAYING SURFACE

23. Use wedge to tap cap of ground sleeve until tight.

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TWO PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED

FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT

FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION

MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY

INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY

DAMAGE.