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MODEL N° 90180 OWNER’S MANUAL For Customer Service in mainland Europe: E-mail: cs@lifetimeproducts.eu Keep this Product ID Number and use when contacting Customer Service:...
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SAFE HANDLING OF THE GLASS BACKBOARD BEFORE & DURING ASSEMBLY 1. Thoroughly inspect the Backboard before beginning assembly. Do not use the Backboard if there are any chips, cracks, or other defects in the board. Call our Customer Service Department if any problems are found. 2.
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BEFORE BEGINNING ASSEMBLY A. Keep the hardware bags and their contents separate. If any parts are missing, call our Customer Service Department. B. Test fi t all Bolts by inserting them into their respective holes. If necessary, carefully scrape away any excess powder coating buildup from inside the holes.
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ASSEMBLY GUIDES ASSEMBLY GUIDES Refer to the following areas throughout the instructions Refer to the following areas throughout the instructions to assist in the assembly process: to assist in the assembly process: This area is located at the top, left-hand This area is located at the top, left-hand TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE...
PARTS LIST Item Description Item Description Parts Box 1 Parts Box 2 Backboard Pole Parts Box 3 Upper Extension Arm Lower Extension Arm Assembly Gas Spring Lift Handle Gas Spring Cover AMA Rim Cover Plate Lifter Arm Handle Bracket 36” Rebar AMO Trigger Pin J-Bolt Handle Lock Bracket...
PARTS IDENTIFIER Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size AKE (x1) Lower Extension Arm Assembly AKZ (x1) AKD (x2) Upper Extension Arm AJR (x2) ALX (x1) Gas Spring Rim Assembly AKG (x2) AMA (x1) Gas Spring Cover Rim Cover Plate AEZ (x4) 36”...
PARTS IDENTIFIER Parts shown at 5% of Actual Size ALG (x1) Pole AJI (x1) Backboard Part shown at 25% of Actual Size CYA (x2) Handle Bracket AMO (x1) CXY (x1) CXZ (x1) Trigger Pin Left Cam Plate Right Cam Plate AKX (x1) Handle Lock Bracket...
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER EXTENSION ARMS TO POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE [CZF] Hardware shown at Actual Size 11 1/4” CYF (x5) 1/2” Grade 2 CYG (x3) Nylock Nut 5/8” Grade 2 (Not actual length) CYI (x2) Nylock Nut 5/8” x 11 1/4” Grade 5 Bolt 8 1/4”...
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HARDWARE IDENTIFIER BACKBOARD TO POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE [BCR] Hardware shown at Actual Size 8 1/4” (Not actual length) CYT (x2) CYJ (x1) 1/2” x 1 1/4” Grade 2 Bolt 5/8”-11 x 8 1/4” Grade 5 Bolt CYF (x2) 1/2”-13 Grade 2 Nylock Nut CYG (x1) AEG (x6) 5/8”-11 Grade 2 Nylock Nut...
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SETUP HARDWARE REQUIRED SETUP HARDWARE [CZD] Hardware shown at Actual Size CYV (x1) AER (x8) AEO (x1) 5/8” Hex Nut Coupler 5/8” Hex Nut 5/8” x 2” Hex Bolt PARTS REQUIRED Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size AEZ (x4) 36”...
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 15/16” (x2) (not actual size) AEO (x1) CYV (x1) AER (x8) Dig a hole 48” deep and 21” square. The edge of Thread a 5/8” Hex Nut (AER) all the way onto each the hole should be flush with the edge of the playing J-Bolt (AEI).
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(Not to scale) TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE NO HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE (1,680 lb / 762 kg) Center the J-Bolt Template (AKT) over the hole. The front If you are using concrete mix, mix the concrete of the Template is the side with the Nut Coupler (CYV) and according to the instructions on the bags.
HANDLE TO POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE REQUIRED HANDLE TO POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE [CZE] Hardware shown at Actual Size CYL (x1) 5/16” x 5” Grade 2 Bolt AEG (x2) 1/2” Plastic Washer 8.875” (Not actual length) EKV (x1) .625” x 8.875”Bolt 8.75” CYC (x2) (Not actual length) 5/8”...
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HANDLE TO POLE ASSEMBLY PARTS REQUIRED Part shown at 5% of Actual Size ALG (x1) Pole Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size AJR (x2) Gas Spring AKG (x2) Gas Spring Cover ALS (x2) AKI (x1) Lifter Arm Lift Handle Parts shown at 25% of Actual Size AMO (x1) Trigger Pin...
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 8.75” 3/4" 3/8" (not actual length) EKW (x1) (not actual size) AAX (x1) EKO (x2) Attach the Handle Brackets (CYA) to the Pole (ALG) with the hardware shown. Note: Coat the Bolt (EKW) lightly with Dark Lithium Grease (AJZ) before performing this step.
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 8.75” 3/4" 3/8" (not actual length) EKW (x1) (not actual size) AAX (x1) EKO (x2) Attach the Handle Assembly (AKI) to the Handle Brackets using the hardware shown in the location indicated. Make sure the 1/2” x 1 5/8” Spacers (EKO) are installed in the gap between the Handle Bracket and the Handle Assembly.
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 8.75” (not actual length) EKW (x1) AEG (x2) 3/4" 3/8" AAX (x1) Secure the Handle Assembly to the Handle Brackets using the hardware shown in the set of holes at the end of the Handle Brackets.
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 5” 1/2" (not actual length) CYL (x1) 1/4" CYN (x1) Line up the holes in the Gas Spring Cover (AKG) and Gas Spring (AJR) with those on the pole brackets. Secure the Gas Springs and Gas Spring Covers to the Pole using the hardware shown. Pole Brackets Line up the holes Note: DO NOT overtighten the hardware.
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE NO TOOLS OR HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Slide the Trigger Pin (AMO) through the upper set of holes in the Gas Springs (AJR).
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 3/8” 15/16" 8.875” EIP (x1) CYC (x2)* CYQ (x1)* EKN (x4)* (not actual length) EKV (x1) *not shown at actual size AEH (x2)* Have one adult hold the Lifter Arms (ALS) in place as shown. Attach the Lifter Arms to the Handle Assembly (AKI) with the Bolt (EKV).
EXTENSION ARMS TO POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE REQUIRED EXTENSION ARMS TO POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE [CZF] Hardware shown at Actual Size 11 1/4” CYF (x5) 1/2” Grade 2 CYG (x3) Nylock Nut 5/8” Grade 2 (Not actual length) CYI (x2) Nylock Nut 5/8”...
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EXTENSION ARMS TO POLE ASSEMBLY PARTS REQUIRED Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size AKE (x1) Lower Extension Arm Assembly AKD (x2) Upper Extension Arm Parts shown at 25% of Actual Size CXY (x1) CXZ (x1) Left Cam Plate Right Cam Plate TOOLS USED (NOT INCLUDED) 3/4"...
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 3/8" 11 1/4” (not actual size) CYP (x2) CYG (x1) (not actual length) 15/16” CYI (x1) Slide a 5/8” x 11 1/4” Bolt (CYI) through one 5/8” x 2.9” Rubber Spacer (CYP), through the Pole and through another 5/8” x 2.9”...
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE CYF (x4) 3/4” 3/8" CYM (x4) CYU (x4) Attach the Left Cam Plate (CXY) and the Right Cam Plate (CXZ) to the end of the Lower Extension Arm Assembly (AKE) using the hardware shown. Make sure the Cam Plates are positioned as pictured.
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 3/8” 11 1/4” (not actual size) CYG (x1) CYQ (x2) (not actual size) (not actual length) AEH (x2) 15/16 CYI (x1) Attach the Lower Extension Arm Assembly (AKE) to the Pole using the hardware shown. Make sure to place a 5/8” x 1” Spacer (CYQ) on both sides of the Pole in between the Lower Extension Arm and the Pole.
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 8 1/4” 3/8” (not actual length) CYG (x1) CYJ (x1) (not actual size) (not actual size) AEH (x2) CYO (x1) 15/16” Secure the Lifter Arms (ALS) to the Lower Extension Arm Assembly (AKE) using the hardware shown. Make sure the 5/8”...
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE CYF (x1) 3/8" 3/4” 9” (not actual length) DEF (x1) AEG (x4) Attach both Upper Extension (AKD) Arms using the hardware shown. Note: Coat the 1/2” x 9” Bolt (DEF) lightly with Dark Lithium Grease (AJZ) before performing this step.
BACKBOARD TO POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE REQUIRED BACKBOARD TO POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE [BCR] Hardware shown at Actual Size 8 1/4” (Not actual length) CYT (x2) CYJ (x1) 1/2” x 1 1/4” Grade 2 Bolt 5/8”-11 x 8 1/4” Grade 5 Bolt CYF (x2) 1/2”-13 Grade 2 Nylock Nut CYG (x1)
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 8 1/4” 3/8" (not actual length) CYG (x1) AEH (x2) CYJ (x1) 15/16” At least three adults are required to complete this portion of the assembly. To prevent serious injuries, the Pole should be held down by one adult at all times. Attach the Lower Extension Arms (AKE) to the Backboard (AJI) using the hardware shown.
TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 3/4” 3/8" CYT (x2) CYF (x2) AEG (x6) Attach the Upper Extension Arm (AKD) to the Backboard (AJI) using the hardware shown. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE HARDWARE! SLIGHT GAPS PETITES LACUNES PEQUEÑAS BRECHAS FLUSH TOO TIGHT À...
POLE TO J-BOLT TEMPLATE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE REQUIRED POLE TO J-BOLT ASSEMBLY HARDWARE [CZG] Hardware shown at Actual Size AMS (x4) CUA (x4) 5/8” Nylon Cap 5/8” Lock Washer ADL (x4) 5/8” Nylock Nut BIP (x8) 5/8” USS Washer PARTS REQUIRED NO NEW PARTS REQUIRED FOR THIS SECTION TOOLS USED (NOT INCLUDED) 15/16”...
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 15/16” CUA (x4) BIP (x4) (not actual size) Stack a 5/8” Lock Washer (CUA) and a 5/8” USS Washer (BIP) onto the exposed ends of the J-Bolts (AEI) Note: DO NOT PROCEED untill the concrete from Section 1 has been allowed to cure over at least 72 hours (3 days).
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 15/16” AMS (x4) ADL (x4) BIP (x4) (not actual size) Have at least five people support the Pole as A MINIMUM OF THREE ADULTS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS one person slides a 5/8” Flat Washer (BIP) onto to STEP.
RIM TO BACKBOARD ASSEMBLY HARDWARE REQUIRED RIM TO BACKBOARD ASSEMBLY HARDWARE [BCS] Hardware shown at Actual Size ADU (x2) AAA (x4) AAF (x8) ABY (x4) M8 x 0.8mm 3/8”-16 Nylock Nut Panhead Screw 3/8” Flat Washer 3/8” x 1 3/4” Hex Bolt PARTS REQUIRED Part shown at 10% of Actual Size ALX (x1)
TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 9/16” (x2) ABY (x2) AAF (x4) (x2) AAA (x2) Slide a 3/8” Flat Washer (AAF) onto to a 3/8” x 1 3/4” Hex Bolt (ABY). Do this for two Washers and Bolts. While one person holds the Rim (ALX) in place, slide the Bolt and Washer assemblies from the previous step into the top slots in the Rim and through the Backboard (AJI).
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 9/16” (x2) ABY (x2) AAF (x4) AAA (x2) Slide the 3/8” x 1 3/4” Hex Bolt (ABY) and 3/8” Flat Washer (AAF) into the middle hole into the Rim Assembly and through the Backboard. Secure the hardware with another 3/8” Flat Washer and a 3/8” Nylock Nut (AAA) on the backside of the Backboard as shown.
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 9/16” ADU (x2) Adjust the tension of the Rim (ALX) by tightening the Nuts at the bottom of the Springs with a Wrench. Nuts Note: DO NOT COMPLETELY TIGHTEN THE NUTS IN THIS STEP! Only tighten the Nuts until the Rim does not wobble.
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE NO HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Raise the Backboard until the top of the Rim is 10 feet (120”) above the playing surface. Use a pencil to mark where the bottom of one of the Gas Spring Covers (AKG) meets the Gas Spring (AJR) as shown. Remove about an inch of backing from the top of the Height Sticker (AKP).
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE NO TOOLS OR HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Apply grease generously from the White Silicone Grease Packet (AKH) to the Trigger Pin (AMO) and the Release Pins on each Gas Spring (AJR) as shown. Apply White Silicone Grease to the Release Pins...
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REMOVING THE BACKBOARD DISASSEMBLE THE SYSTEM In the event the Backboard should need replacing, please follow the instructions below. Never remove the Backboard from the system without first dissasembling the system as instructed. At least six adults are required to complete the following steps: Remove the 5/8”...
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OPERATION OF HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM The basketball system may be adjusted from 7 1/2 feet to 10 feet. TO RAISE OR LOWER THE HOOP: a. Grasp the Handle Assembly firmly and press the Handle downward to raise the hoop. Move the handle upward to lower the hoop.
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• Do not hang on the ring! ADJUSTING SYSTEM HEIGHT TO RAISE OR LOWER THE GOAL: GRASP ADJUSTMENT HANDLE FIRMLY AND RAISE OR LOWER GOAL. WHEN THE DESIRED HEIGHT IS REACHED, RELEASE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE. Lifetime Products, Inc., Clearfield, UT 84016 1-800-225-3865 www.lifetime.com Made in China 2/1/2018...
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® ENHANCE YOUR LIFETIME PURCHASE BY ADDING ACCESSORIES OR OTHER GREAT PRODUCTS: To purchase accessories or other Lifetime Products, visit us at: www.lifetime.com Or call: 1-800-424-3865...
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All merchandise is sold on this condition, and no representative of the company may waive or change this policy. 6. This product is not intended for institutional or commercial use; Lifetime Products, Inc. does not assume any liability for such use. Institutional or commercial use will void the warranty.
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