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OWNER’S MANUAL Instructions for the JUGS BP®1 Softball Pitching Machine Model Number: M1101 SAVE THIS MANUAL...
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ATTENTION, Coaches and Operators of the JUGS BP®1 Softball Pitching Machine: This manual must be kept with the pitching machine at all times. Each coach and/or operator must read and understand the instructions in this manual before using the JUGS BP®1 Softball Pitching Machine.
.20 Using JUGS for Field Hockey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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. Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of all JUGS pitching machines, making them easy to operate and maintain . With proper care, your JUGS pitching machine will give you many years of enjoyable service .
Product Safety Signs & Labels Safety Alert Symbols Safety Alert Symbols indicate danger, warning or caution . These symbols may be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs . Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others .
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Safety Signs and Labels Carefully read all safety sign decals affixed to machine before operating your JUGS pitching machine . See examples below . ▲ DANGER -MECHANICAL HAZARD- READ ALL OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE. ONLY INSTRUCTED PERSONNEL SHALL OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
Rules For Safe Operation WARNING: JUGS pitching machines are intended for use by operators who are at least 18 years of age and who have been instructed in their use. WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this machine until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions, safety rules, machine labels, etc.
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• Use the right ball . Use only JUGS LeatherLast® Softballs, JUGS Sting- Free® dimpled style softballs, Lite-Flite® softballs, Softie® softballs, Bulldog™ poly softballs, or high-quality leather softballs . • Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged . • Use the proper extension cord . Make sure your extension cord is in good condition .
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. • Replacement parts . All repairs, whether electrical or mechanical, should be made by a qualified JUGS service technician . When servicing, use only JUGS replacement parts . • Do not operate this machine under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication .
WARNING: Do not allow your familiarity with the machine to cause you to be careless . Remember that a careless fraction of a second is enough time to inflict severe injury to yourself or others . SAVE THIS MANUAL. Refer to it often and use it to instruct other users . Do not loan your pitching machine to anyone who has not been instructed in its use .
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Electrical Connection Your JUGS pitching machine is powered by a 90 volt motor . Do not operate this machine on direct current (DC) . A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat . If the machine does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double check the power supply .
Terminology Curved Leg Assembly for softball NOTE: • JUGS BP®1 Softball Pitching Machine comes with 12” softball chute and curved short legs . Use “crutch tips” for in- door machine use only . Figure 3...
. Assembly JUGS is shipped with the base secured tightly to the “top” of the machine . 1. Separate the “top” from the base casting. a . Loosen the Horizontal T-Handle .
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Assembly 2. Installing the legs: a . Screw the base T-Handle clockwise into the bottom of the base casting, until the T-Handle engages the threads (Figure 4 .) b . Slide the three legs into place . Be sure the end of each leg is completely inserted and in contact with the back of the casting slot .
3. Re-connecting the “Top” of JUGS onto the Base Assembly: a . Loosen the Horizontal T-Handle . b . Place the “top” of JUGS onto the shaft of the base assembly . (Figure 10) . c . Turn the “top” of JUGS so the Horizontal T-Handle is lined up directly OVER the red dot at the base.
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Assembly 4. Attach the feed chute. a . Remove the bolts holding the rubber pad bracket to the rotating plate (1/2-inch wrench) . b . Attach the selected feed chute to the rubber pad bracket by using the two bolts provided (1/2-inch wrench) . 5.
Operation General Operating Instructions IMPORTANT: Always position the pitching machine so that two legs are facing the pitching screen and batter, and one leg is facing back, towards the operator, except as noted in Figure 12, page 19 . 1 . Be sure the control switch is in the “OFF” position . 2 .
Out-of-round, soft, mushy, or wet balls will affect accuracy of pitches and must not be used . Mixing different types of balls (leather, rubber, JUGS, etc .) will affect consistency of pitches . For best accuracy, throw only one type of ball at a time .
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. NOTE: We suggest that each operator spend a couple of hours experimenting with the JUGS BP®1 . pitching machine . (You may want to jot down the wheel position and speed dial settings in the space provided on pages 25- 26 for future reference) .
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15 . To regulate the direction of the pitch: • Loosen the Horizontal T-Handle . • Grasp the chute handle and move the “top” of the JUGS sideways until the chute is aimed at the desired target . • Hand tighten Horizontal T-Handle .
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(Figure 12 . ) One JUGS leg should be pointing at home plate when throwing drop balls . When throwing risers, one JUGS leg should be pointing at second base .
Operation Fielding Practice for Softball 1 . VERY IMPORTANT: Before you place the ball in the feed chute, you should look up at the fielder and make absolutely sure the fielder is watching you and is ready to receive the ball . It is extremely important that you make sure that the immediate area in front of the pitching machine and the flight path of the ball is clear before you feed the balls into the pitching machine .
Operation Using JUGS BP®1 Softball Pitching Machine for Field Hockey: 1 . Follow the assembly instructions for the “Low Profile” setup as shown in Figure 6 on Page 13 . 2 . Install the small diameter feed chute (baseball chute sold separately)
4 . Slightly loosen the base T-Handle that secures the legs . 5 . Grasp two legs, and twist them towards your sides . 6 . Tighten the base T-Handle . 7 . Grasp and lift the two legs . Roll JUGS BP®1 as you would a wheelbarrow .
Maintenance Review the following instructions carefully to maintain maximum accuracy with your JUGS Pitching Machine. • Maintain tire pressure at 16 to 17 psi (25 psi for tennis balls) . Cleaning • Keep machine clean, and free of grit and dirt . Always use a clean damp cloth when cleaning .
Warranty JUGS Sports guarantees that the JUGS Pitching Machines are well made; of good materials, and workmanship; and agrees that if, within five years after shipment thereof, any part so guaranteed should fail because of defective material or workmanship in its manufacture, the Company will repair or replace such part, free of charge F .O .B .
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In the USA and Canada, call toll-free: 1-800-547-6843 Internationally, call collect: 0-503-692-1635 Fax us: 503-691-1100 Visit our website: jugssports .com JUGS BP 1 Softball Pitching Machine M1101 ® Model Serial No . Date Delivered SAVE THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS...
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If you need more information about this product or any other JUGS product or service, please contact the manufacturer: In the USA and Canada, call toll-free: 1-800-547-6843 . For International Orders, call collect: 0-503-692-1635 . Our fax number is 1-503-691-1100 .
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