Spalding M8554411 manual Safety Instructions

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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.

•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.

Use caution when using this system.

WARNING

Read and understand warnings listed below before using this product.

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.

•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.

•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.

•Never play on damaged equipment.

•Keep pole top covered with cap at all times.

•See instruction manual for proper installation and maintenance.

In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx	In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx	Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx

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

In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx

In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx

Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx

Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx

ID#: 588000 01/05

REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS:

• 3 People

• Carpenter’s Level

• 15’ Tape Measure

• (2) Stepladders 8 ft. (2.4 m)

	• (1) Utility Knife
• Safety Goggles	• Phillips-Head
	Screwdriver

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

•

• Container to Mix

•Shovel & Post Hole Digger

• Wood Board (scrap)

1/2" 9/16" 3/4" 15/16"

1/2" 9/16" 3/4" 15/16"

• Optional: Large &

Small Adjustable

Wrenches

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