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FRAME ATTACHMENT
A measure, level, drills and wrenches may be needed during assembly.
This type of basketball goal can exert a large amount of force on the wall structure where it is mounted. It
is very important that the wall structure is strong enough to withstand this force.
First locate the wall studs to determine where the mounting frame will be installed.
The basketball mounting frame is sized to take advantage of wall studs spaced at 16". It is very important
to note that your stud spacing may be different. Even if the spacing is 16" it is recommended that extra
bracing be added to the studs. The illustration below shows reinforcing a stud wall like that which is used
for framing a door or window. Prior to installation ensure the blocking is prepared at least as well. After
proper wall reinforcement is complete, it can be covered with appropriate paneling and paint.
It is important to know that the hardware to mount the wall plate to the wall is not included. It is
recommended that the frame be fastened with bolts that go all the way through the reinforced wall.
The maximum adjustable height of the basketball rim is 35" above the bottom of the wall frame. To
achieve a 10' rim height the bottom of the frame needs to be mounted 85" up from the floor.
1. Using a level, mark vertical lines on the
wall 16" apart that correspond to the
reinforced wall studs and bracing.
2. Mark a horizontal line on the wall 85" up
from the floor.
3. Position the wall frame with the bottom
on the horizontal line and the mounting
holes centered on the vertical lines.
4. Mark the mounting holes needed for
attachment of frame.
5. Drill appropriate size holes as needed in
the wall based upon type of wall
fasteners being used.
6. Loosely attach frame to the wall using
appropriate fasteners.
7. Level frame horizontally and vertically
using a level and tighten fasteners
appropriately.
Bottom of frame should be 85" up from playing surface. This is needed to achieve full
range of system height adjustability.
Wall hanging location is the responsibility of the customer and/or installer.
It is the responsibility of the customer and/or installer to determine how many of the
frame's mounting holes must be used to safely secure the wall mount system for play.
Fasteners to be determined and provided by the customer and/or installer.
IMPORTANT
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