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	A Huffy Company

In-Ground Basketball System with Elevator

Owner’s Manual

08/02 P/N

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.

•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 on page 1.

•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.

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

REQUIRED TOOLS AND

MATERIALS:

•Two People

•Tape Measure

•Tape

•Shovel and Spade

•Concrete, 540 lb (245 kg) Minimum and Container to Mix

•Carpenter’s Level

•Wood Board (Scrap)

•Step Ladder 8 ft. (2.4 m)

•Wrenches: (Two) 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, 3/4” or two Large and Small Adjustable Wrenches

•Sawhorse or Support Table

•Safety Goggles

•Hammer

•Wedge

•Phillips Head Screw Driver

IMPORTANT

In U.S. and Canada only: Have questions?...don’t go back to the store!

We appreciate your purchasing one of our many fine products. We are sure that you will be very satisfied with your selection. Although great care and effort have been taken, occasionally problems may occur. To ensure prompt and correct handling of any problems, or to answer any questions, please contact our Toll- Free Customer Service Number listed below. Service will be quicker if you have your Model Number (found on carton) and assembly instructions ready when calling. PLEASE WRITE YOUR MODEL NUMBER IN THE SPACE PROVIDED ABOVE.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

TO ADJUST BACKBOARD:

1. Grasp handle and depress lever.

2. Push toward pole while holding lever. Raise or lower to desired height while pushing forward on handle.

3. Release handle making sure that		2
horizontal pin is locked into slot.
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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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Toll-Free Customer Service Number for U.S: 1-800-558-5234,For Canada: 1-800-284-8339, For Europe: 00 800 855 85234 (Sweden: 009 555 85234),

For Australia: 1-800-333 061 - Internet Address: http://www.huffysports.com

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