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MODEL N° 71546
OWNER'S MANUAL
Keep this Product ID Number and use when contacting Customer Service:
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  • Page 1 MODEL N° 71546 OWNER’S MANUAL Keep this Product ID Number and use when contacting Customer Service:...
  • Page 2 Maintaining your privacy is our long-standing policy at Lifetime. And you can rest as- sured that Lifetime will not sell or provide your personal data to other third parties, or allow them to use your personal data for their own purposes.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DAMAGE AND WILL VOID WARRANTY. DAMAGE AND WILL VOID WARRANTY. To ensure safety, do not attempt to assemble this product without reading and To ensure safety, do not attempt to assemble this product without reading and materials for parts and/or additional instruction material.
  • Page 4 TOOLS AND PARTS REQUIRED FOR THIS ASSEMBLY 1/2” Wrench 7/16” Wrench 9/16” Wrench Pliers Phillips Screwdriver 3/4” Wrench Adjustable Wrench Electric Drill Rubber Mallet Sand Scrap Wood (375 lb) Water Hose 3/16” Allen Wrench (2, included) *Two adults required to complete assembly* Only adults should set up the product.
  • Page 5 ASSEMBLY GUIDES Refer to the following areas throughout the instructions to assist in the assembly process: This area is located at the top, TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE left-hand corner of the page and indicates which tools and hardware are needed to complete the assembly steps on a page.

  • Page 6: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Item Description Top Pole Middle Pole Bottom Pole Plastic Guard Inner Channel Outer Tube Channel Stop Handle Trigger Spring Base Pole Brace Wheel Base Cap Pole Cap HARDWARE LIST Item Description Pole Assembly Hardware 3/8” Washer...
  • Page 7 HARDWARE LIST Item Description Pole to Base Assembly Hardware 5/16” Washer 3/16” Allen Wrench Backboard & Rim Assembly Hardware 5/16” Washer 7/16” Rubber Washer Compression Spring Spring Retainer Plate 5/16” Jam Nut Backboard to Pole Assembly Hardware Handle Assembly Hardware #6 Washer Trigger Spring 5/16”...

  • Page 8: Parts Identifier

    PARTS IDENTIFIER Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size ” Top Pole Warning Sticker ” Middle Pole ” Bottom Pole ” ” ” 1/16 Inner Channel Outer Tube 34 1/8” Pole Brace...
  • Page 9 PARTS IDENTIFIER Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size Parts shown at 5% of Actual Size Base...
  • Page 10 PARTS IDENTIFIER Parts shown at 25% of Actual Size Base Cap Channel Stop Spring Pole Cap Trigger Plastic Guard Wheel Handle...

  • Page 11: Hardware Identifier

    HARDWARE IDENTIFIER POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE Hardware shown at Actual Size Domed Counter 3/8” Washer POLE TO BASE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE Hardware shown at Actual Size 5/16” Washer 3/16” Allen Wrench...
  • Page 12 HARDWARE IDENTIFIER BACKBOARD TO RIM ASSEMBLY HARDWARE Hardware shown at Actual Size 5/16”Jam Nut 7/16” Rubber Washer 5/16” Washer Hardware shown at 25% of Actual Size Compression Spring Spring Retainer Plate...
  • Page 13 HARDWARE IDENTIFIER BACKBOARD TO POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE Hardware shown at Actual Size 7 1/16” (Not actual length) HANDLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE Hardware shown at Actual Size 7” (Not actual length)
  • Page 14 HARDWARE IDENTIFIER HANDLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE (CONTINUED) Hardware shown at Actual Size 7 1/16” (Not actual length) #6 Washer 5/16” Cap Nut Screw Trigger Spring...

  • Page 15: Pole Assembly

    POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE REQUIRED Hardware shown at Actual Size 3/8” Washer...

  • Page 16: Parts Required

    POLE ASSEMBLY PARTS REQUIRED Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size ” Top Pole Warning Sticker ” Middle Pole ” Bottom Pole Part shown at 25% of Actual Size TOOLS REQUIRED Phillips Screwdriver 9/16” Wrench Electric Drill Scrap Wood...
  • Page 17 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Insert the 3/8” x 4” Hex Bolts (ABE) with the into the as shown. Then slide the 1/2” x 3.41” Spacers (ABR) onto Large Holes Small Holes Warning Sticker...
  • Page 18 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 9/16" Place the Pole Bracket (ALL) onto the 3/8” x 4” Hex Bolts (ABE), and attach it to the with the hardware shown.
  • Page 19 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Align the hole in the Top Pole (ALH) with the slot in the slide the Top Pole over the Middle Pole. Insert a 1/4” x 3/4” Screw (ADS) through the Domed Countersink Washer (CIH) and the small hole in the Top Pole and into the slot in the Middle Pole as shown.
  • Page 20 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Align the hole in the with the slot in the Bottom Pole (ALE) and slide the Middle Pole over the Bottom Pole. Insert a 1/4” x 3/4” Screw (ADS) through the Domed Countersink Washer (CIH) and the small hole in the Middle Pole and into the slot in the Bottom Pole as shown.
  • Page 21 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE ATTENTION: THIS STEP CANNOT BE REVERSED! times on a piece of scrap wood or cardboard. This must be done even if the Poles cover the slots before seating has occurred. If the do not completely cover the slots on the after seating, DO NOT COMPLETE ASSEMBLY.
  • Page 22 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE After the Poles have been seated, insert two #14 x 1”Self-Tapping Screws (ABZ) Note: Chuck the #14 x 1” Self-Tapping Screw (ABZ) directly into an Electric Drill for easy installation, or use a 3/8” Hex Driver.
  • Page 23 POLE TO BASE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE REQUIRED Hardware shown at Actual Size 5/16” Washer PARTS REQUIRED Part shown at 5% of Actual Size Parts shown at 25% of Actual Size Wheel Base Base Cap Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size ”...
  • Page 24 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Screw the onto the as shown. Rubber Gasket Note: Make sure the Rubber Gasket is inside the Base Cap. Slide the through one of the Wheels (AMU) and into as shown. Then have one adult position the Bottom Pole (ALE) within the Base as shown with the lip at the bottom of the pole facing the other side of the Base and through the other Wheel.
  • Page 25 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 1/2" 3/16" Attach the fl attened end of the Pole Brace (ALI) to the with Note: Repeat this step to install the other Pole Brace to the other side of the Base. Attach the Pole Braces (ALI) to the Bottom Pole (ALE) with the hardware shown, and tighten all Pole to Base assembly hardware.
  • Page 26 BACKBOARD TO RIM ASSEMBLY HARDWARE REQUIRED Hardware shown at Actual Size 5/16” Washer 7/16” Rubber Washer 5/16”Jam Nut Hardware shown at 25% of Actual Size Compression Spring Spring Retainer Plate...
  • Page 27 BACKBOARD TO RIM ASSEMBLY PARTS REQUIRED Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size Part shown at 5% of Actual Size Part shown at 25% of Actual Size Plastic Guard TOOLS REQUIRED 1/2” Wrench 7/16” Wrench Pliers...
  • Page 28 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 7/16” (Not to scale) Slide the 4.86” U-Bolt (BNP) through the as shown. Notch 1/4” x 2 3/4” Hex Bolts (AAS), two 1/2” x 2 5/16” Galvanized Spacers (ABS), and two 1/4” Centerlock Nuts (AAB). Note: Tighten the hardware securely now.
  • Page 29 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 1/2” Insert two 5/16” x 2 1/2” Tap Bolts (ABG) with the 5/16” Washers (ABD) and the (ALX) as shown, and secure the hardware with two Note: Make sure that the 5/16” x 2 1/2” Tap Bolts are positioned on the outside edge of the holes as shown.
  • Page 30 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 1/2” Insert the 4.86” U-Bolt (BNP) through the upper part of the opening on the as shown. Connect the Rim (ALX) and Plastic Guard (ALD) to the with the hardware shown. Thread the all the way down on the .38”...
  • Page 31 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 1/2” (Not to scale) (Not to scale) Slide the onto the 4.86” U-Bolt (BNP), and place the Spring Retainer Plate (AOW) over the Compression Springs. Tighten the until the Rim (ALX) does not wobble to complete this step.
  • Page 32 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 1/2” Slide a 5/16” x 1 1/4” Carriage Bolt (ABC) into the crimped slot in each the 5/16” x 1 1/4” Carriage Bolts (ABC) Note: Tighten the 5/16” Nylock Flange Nuts (ABK) until they are fl ush with the ends of the Bolts.
  • Page 33 BACKBOARD TO POLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE REQUIRED Hardware shown at Actual Size 7 1/16” (Not actual length) PARTS REQUIRED Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size ” ” 1/16 TOOLS REQUIRED 3/4” Wrench Rubber Mallet...
  • Page 34 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 7 1/16” 3/4” (Not actual length) Secure the Short Extension Arms (AKC) location shown with the hardware indicated. Note: Tighten the 1/2” Centerlock Nut (AAX) until it is fl ush with the end of the Bolt.
  • Page 35 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 7 1/16” 3/4” (Not actual length) Secure the ends of the Long Extension Arms (AKB) that only have one hardware indicated. Note: Tighten the 1/2” Centerlock Nut (AAX) until it is fl ush with the end of the Bolt.
  • Page 36 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 7 1/16” 3/4” (Not actual length) CAUTION: HAVE ONE ADULT HOLD THE BACKBOARD IN PLACE UNTIL ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN COMPLETED! Rim on cardboard to prevent scratching. Then secure the Short and Long Extension Arms (AKC & AKB) to the Top Pole (ALH) with the hardware shown. Note: Tighten the 1/2”...

  • Page 37: Handle Assembly

    HANDLE ASSEMBLY HARDWARE REQUIRED Hardware shown at Actual Size 7” (Not actual length) 7 1/8” (Not actual length) Screw #6 Washer 5/16” Cap Nut Trigger Spring...
  • Page 38 HANDLE ASSEMBLY PARTS REQUIRED Parts shown at 10% of Actual Size Inner Channel Outer Tube Parts shown at 25% of Actual Size Spring Pole Cap Channel Stop Trigger Handle TOOLS REQUIRED Phillips Screwdriver 1/2” Wrench 3/4” Wrench 9/16” Wrench...
  • Page 39 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Attach the Lock Tab (APS) to the Trigger (AMN) with the hardware shown, and slide the Trigger Spring (AQI) onto the Trigger in the location shown. Insert the Trigger Assembly into the Handle (AKI) as shown. The Lock Tab (APS)
  • Page 40 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Attach the Handle Assembly to the Outer Tube (ALB) with the hardware shown. The Lock Tab (APS) Notch Note: Make sure that the Inner Channel (AKQ) has been removed from the Outer Tube before performing this step.
  • Page 41 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Trigger (AMN), insert the notched end of the Inner Channel (AKQ) into the Outer Tube (ALB) as shown. Slide the Inner 10’ Insert the into the top of the Outer Tube (ALB) as shown.
  • Page 42 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 1/2” Attach the Inner Channel (AKQ) to the Pole Bracket (ALL) with the hardware shown. WARNING Do not overtighten the Cap Nut. If the end of...
  • Page 43 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 7 1/8” 3/4” (Not actual length) Secure the Outer Tube (ALB) to the Long Extension Arms (AKB) with the hardware shown. Note: Tighten the 1/2” Centerlock Nut (AAX) until it is fl ush with the end of the Bolt.
  • Page 44 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE 7” 9/16” (Not actual length) Insert the 3/8” x 7” Hex Bolt (AAZ) through the holes in the Short Extension Arms (AKC) 3/8” Centerlock Nut (ABB). Note: Tighten the 3/8” Centerlock Nut until it is fl ush with the end of the Bolt. Insert the Pole Cap (ALM) into the Top Pole (ALH) as shown.
  • Page 45 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Wrench into the #2 hole on the Left as shown. 5.11 Note: Repeat this step to hook the end of the other Spring into the #2 hole in the Right Backboard Bracket (AJK). Using the closed end of a Wrench, stretch the up and over the 3/8”...
  • Page 46 HARDWARE REQUIRED NO HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS SECTION PARTS REQUIRED Part shown at 10% of Actual Size TOOLS REQUIRED Sand (375 lb) Water Hose...
  • Page 47 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE (375 lb) Two adults are required to complete assembly. To prevent serious injuries, the Pole should be held down by one adult at all times while the Base is being fi lled. (375 lb of sand required) a.
  • Page 48 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Two adults are required to complete assembly. To prevent serious injuries, the Pole should be held down by one adult at all times while the Base is being fi lled. b. Add one tablespoon of chlorine bleach to the water to prevent algae formation.
  • Page 49 TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PAGE Attach Net (AKZ) to the Rim (ALX). Note: If a replacement Net is needed, please call our Customer Service Department. Our Nets are shorter than average to reduce the risk of entanglement.

  • Page 50: Moving The System

    OPERATION OF HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM To Adjust the Height of the Hoop: MOVING THE SYSTEM WARNING: The system must only be moved by people capable of handling its weight. Children should not be allowed to move the system. b. Stand in front of the system and pull on the Pole until the unit is balanced on its Wheels.
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  • Page 54 ® 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...
  • Page 55 No cuelgue nada de la www.lifetime.com 10/12/2004...

  • Page 56: Warranty Information

    ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A SALES RECEIPT. **Call or visit our Web site for Saturday hours** Please include your dated sales receipt and photographs of damaged parts. To register the product, visit our Web site at www.lifetime.com www.lifetime.com...

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