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 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 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.
•If technical assistance is required, contact Huffy Sports.
•Adult supervision is recommended when adjusting height.
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HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions.
Use caution when using this system.
For more information on assembly, placement, proper use and maintenance, visit The American Basketball Council website at http://www.smarthoops.com.
TO ADJUST BACKBOARD:
1.TO RAISE BACKBOARD:
Slowly push up on the rim with 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.
LEVER 
BROOM
HANDLE
1
2
MOVING SYSTEM
1
3
4
2
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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