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MODEL 2240 INSTALLATION WARRANTY This product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for the period specified in the warranty from the date of invoice. SERVICE Technical Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1-800-411-3136 https://www.varsityscoreboards.com/support/contact-support.html...
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A NOTE TO INSTALLERS If you are installing this scoreboard for a client, please return the manual to the individual in charge of the scoreboard upon completion of installation. SCOREBOARD DIMENSION 8' wide x 7' tall x 8” depth...
MODEL 2240 INSTALLATION Please inspect all shipping containers upon arrival for damage and ensure that you have all of the parts listed below: ITEMS IN LARGE PACKAGE(S) (1) 8' x 7' Basketball Scoreboard Shipped in one (1) section...
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Ask the delivery driver to call the local terminal and report immediately. Contact Varsity Scoreboards immediately while the delivery driver is still present to report the damage A. Phone number B.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW This manual will walk you through the installation of the scoreboard. While care has been taken to consider the many scenarios for installation, some general information applies to all. Follow this guide as closely as possible to ensure proper installation. Review the product specifications below to determine your specific installation hardware.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS OVERALL DIMENSIONS WEIGHT 8’ L x 7’ W x 8” D - shipped in one (1) Hanging weight = approximately 240 lbs section Shipping weight = approximately 275 lbs CONSTRUCTION 22-gauge galvanneal steel cabinet with powder coat finish for strength, durability, and lasting appearance INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS We recommend this model to be installed by mounting to a wall or...
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JOINING THE TWO PANELS TOGETHER Carefully remove the scoreboard from its packaging, making sure not to pry against or cut into the cabinet. Inspect each unit for shipping damage according to the instructions on page 6. Lay both sections down, face up, with the cabinets aligned. Connect the sections with the supplied plates, one on the top, and one on the bottom as pictured.
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Connect a lifting device to the 2 outside hanging brackets on the top of the scoreboard and lift enough to acquire access to the back of the panels. Cardboard or foam packaging can be used as a pad between the lift and scoreboard to protect the scoreboard face. Open both access doors on the back and connect the wiring.
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MOUNTING THE SCOREBOARD ON A WALL Carefully remove the scoreboard from its packaging, making sure not to pry against or cut into the cabinet. Inspect each unit for shipping damage according to the instructions on page 6. Connect a lift device to the two hanging brackets on the top of the scoreboard and lift the scoreboard into place.
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HANGING THE SCOREBOARD FROM THE CEILING Carefully remove the scoreboard from its packaging, making sure not to pry against or cut into the cabinet. Inspect each unit for shipping damage according to the instructions on page 6. If eye bolts, cables, or chains are to be used to suspend the scoreboard, ensure that they are capable of supporting the weight of the scoreboard.
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RUNNING & CONNECTING THE ELECTRIC SERVICE NOTE: THIS PORTION OF THE INSTALLATION REQUIRES A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN. IDEALLY, THE SCOREBOARAD WILL BE POWERED FROM A DEDICATED 120V/20A CIRCUIT. ADDITIONALLY, SINCE THE SCOREBOARD’S POWER SHOULD BE TURNED OFF AFTER EACH USE, THERE SHOULD BE EASY ACCESS TO THE POWER SWITCH OR CIRCUIT BREAKER.
INSTALLING SPONSOR PANELS NOTE: DETERMINE NUMBER OF SPONSOR PANELS BEING INSTALLED AND THEIR LOCATION. (3) 3/8-16 x 3/4” Bolts (1) 21” x 8’ Panel (3) 3/8-16 Hex Nuts (9) #8 x 1/2” Self Tap Screws (3) Mounting Brackets (6) M3/8” Flat Washers...
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Secure the mounting Before the sponsor panel is Lift the sponsor panel into Install self tap screws through brackets to the wall, using lifted into place, attach the place with the panel resting the scoreboard’s front flange mounting hardware mounting brackets to the on top of the scoreboard for and into the sponsor panel panel using the supplied...
Congratulations! You’ve successfully installed your Varsity Scoreboard! If any problems arise, please have the installer call Varsity Scoreboards Customer Service at 800-411-3136 while the installer is still present at the scoreboard.
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