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- Page 1 PLAYMATE iGENIE Owner’s Manual...
- Page 3 PLAYMATE iGENIE Owner’s Manual Serial #: _____________ METALTEK 455 Kitty Hawk Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 Tel: 919.544.0344 Fax: 919.544.1430 www.playmatetennis.com Rev. A...
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- Page 5 Disclaimer Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of METALTEK. METALTEK provides this document “as is”, without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the particular purpose.
- Page 6 Dear Valued Customer, Congratulations on the purchase of your new PLAYMATE Tennis Ball Machine. We have packed over 40 years of experience and dedication into the production of each and every ball machine that leaves our high-tech facility in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is our mission to build the most durable, dependable, and player-friendly machines.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ................6 Safety Instructions ..............7 Electrical Requirements ............8 Getting Started ............... 9 Operating Instructions ............12 Getting to Know your iGENIE ..........19 Care and Maintenance ............20 Troubleshooting ..............22 PLAYMATE Consumer Connection ........23 Warranty and Limitations of Liability ........ -
Page 8: Introduction
The best way to improve your tennis game is to practice. That may sound like simple advice, but it is advice we take very seriously here at METALTEK. We believe that the best way to practice your game is to spend some quality time on the court with a ball machine. -
Page 9: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions WARNING! To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, injury to persons, and other damage when using this product, please follow these basic safety precautions. 1. Read all instructions carefully before operating this machine. 2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, never immerse any part of this machine in water or any other liquid. -
Page 10: Electrical Requirements
Electrical Requirements A heavy-duty grounded three-prong power cord (not included) is recommended for use with the PLAYMATE Ball Machine. All machines should be plugged into a 120V 50/60 Hz outlet (220V 50/60 Hz outlet for overseas machines equipped with transformers). If you are using an extension cord of 50 feet long or less, we recommend that you use a 16 gauge or heavier extension cord that is grounded. -
Page 11: Getting Started
Inside the packing box, you should have found the owner’s manual, warranty card, and hand held remote control. If any of these are missing, please notify METALTEK immediately. Your new PLAYMATE should be ready for use in only a few minutes by completing the following easy steps. - Page 12 WARNING: The black coiled telephone-style cables may resemble the standard coiled telephone cables found around the house or office, but they are not the same. Do NOT attempt to use any other cable when making these connections other than the cables provided with the ball machine.
- Page 13 3. SUPPLYING POWER – Plug an extension cord into a grounded three-prong outlet of the proper ratings (see ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS), and attach the other end to the power cord on the left side of the machine. 4. FILL THE HOPPER – For consistency, we recommend that all the balls used in the machine at one time be of the same type and approximate wear.
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Page 14: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Rev. A... - Page 15 Operating Instructions Continued… The iGENIE control box is mounted to the back of the PLAYMATE cabinet. Leave the lower black door closed. The visible controls are all that are normally required to operate the ball machine. For more advanced features, open the lower black door to reveal more functions. POWER –...
- Page 16 Operating Instructions Continued… Low Short Ball (Medium & Hard ONLY) – A ball received closer to the service line that draws a player from the baseline to the net. It bounces low so it should be played defensively. Lob – A very high ball usually played as an overhead. Top Spin (Medium &...
- Page 17 Operating Instructions Continued… drill immediately starts over. Short, Medium, and Long provide delays before the drill restarts. 6. Start Feeding – This will start and stop feeding balls. To start feeding balls, either press the Start Feeding button or use the radio remote control.
- Page 18 Operating Instructions Continued… Rev. A...
- Page 19 Operating Instructions Continued… 8. Height (0-99) – The height of the current shot can be adjusted higher or lower. 9. Speed (0-99) – The speed or overall pace of the current shot can be adjusted faster or slower. 10. Spin (50-0-50) – The spin of the current shot can be adjusted.
- Page 20 Operating Instructions Continued… 13. Narrow Spread Angle – The lateral distance, or spread angle, between the shots can be adjusted from the default width to a narrow setting. 14. Randomize Shots – Once the drill has been programmed, the order in which the shots are fed can be changed to random.
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Page 21: Getting To Know Your Igenie
Getting to Know Your iGENIE If you have never used a PLAYMATE Tennis Machine, or are unfamiliar with the programmable possibilities of the iGENIE, please take a moment to follow these easy steps to better comprehend the features of your new ball machine. 1. -
Page 22: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance With proper care and maintenance, your PLAYMATE tennis ball machine should last for years and years of effortless operation. These few basic steps will help to keep your machine in great shape, and deter any future mechanical problems. 1. - Page 23 Care and Maintenance continued… 2. STORING – When the machine is not in use, it should be stored in a proper and secure fashion. Ideally, it should be placed in a dry and clean area that offers shelter from the elements.
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Page 24: Troubleshooting
Make sure only one ball Balls jam repeatedly is allowed to enter at one time. If feed wire is missing, call METALTEK for service. - Antenna is not facing - Reposition antenna upward Remote does not... -
Page 25: Playmate Consumer Connection
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm (EST) If you experience difficulty with your METALTEK Products, please feel free to contact us at one of the following numbers: Toll Free (USA): 1-800-776-6770 Tel: 919.544.0344 Fax: 919.544.1430... -
Page 26: Warranty And Limitations Of Liability
METALTEK. This warranty only applies to original purchasers. On PC versions of the PLAYMATE Commercial tennis machines, the handheld PC units are not warranted by METALTEK, but subject to a separate warranty by its manufacturer. - Page 28 800.776.6770 www.playmatetennis.com METALTEK 455 Kitty Hawk Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 919.544.0344 tel 919.544.1430 fax...
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