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: climate, placement of pole, the location of pole, exposure to corrosives such as pesticides, herbicides or salts. These are all important factors.

•If technical assistance is required, contact Huffy Sports.

•Adult supervision is recommended when adjusting height.

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.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

TO ADJUST BACKBOARD:

		1
1.	While holding handle, remove pin.	3
2.	Move elevator up or down to
	desired height.	2
3.	Replace pin full length to lock
	system at desired height.

MOVING SYSTEM

1. Adjust basketball backboard

1height to lowest position.

2.	While holding pole, rotate
	basketball system forward
	until wheels engage with
	ground.
3.	Move basketball system to
2	desired location.

4.	Carefully rotate basketball
3	system upright.
4

5.	Reattach ground restraint and
	check system for stability.
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