Safety Instructions; Required Tools And Materials - SPALDING M88724C Owner's Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WILL VOID WARRANTY.
Owner must ensure that all players know and
follow these rules for safe operation of the system.
To ensure safety, do not attempt to assemble this system without following the
instructions carefully. Proper and complete assembly, use and supervision is
essential for proper operation and to reduce the risk of accident or injury. A
high probability of serious injury exists if this system is not installed,
maintained, and operated properly. Check entire box and inside all packing
material for parts and/or additional instructional material. Before beginning
assembly, read the instructions and identify parts using the hardware identifier
and parts list in this document.
• If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.
• Two (2) people are recommended for this operation.
• Before digging, contact utility company to locate underground power
cables, gas, and water lines. Ensure there are no overhead power lines
within 20 ft. (7 m) radius of pole location.
• Climate, corrosion, excessive use, or misuse could result in system
failure.
• If technical assistance is required, contact Customer Service.
• Minimum operational height is 6'6" (1.98 m) to the bottom of backboard.
• This equipment is intended for home recreational use only and NOT
excessive competitive play.
• Read and understand the warning label affixed to pole.
• The life of your basketball pole depends on many conditions. The
climate, placement of the pole, the location of the pole, exposure to
corrosives such as pesticides, herbicides or salts are all important.
• Adult supervision is recommended when adjusting height.
• Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in contact with backboard,
net, or rim.
Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions.
Use caution when using this system.
For more information on assembly, placement, proper use and maintenance,
visit The American Basketball Council website at http://www.smarthoops.com.
• 3 People
• Carpenter's Level
• 15' Tape Measure
• Shovel & Post Hole
Digger
• Wood Board (scrap)
ID# M88724C

REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS:

• (2) Stepladders 8 ft. (2.4 m)
• Safety Goggles
• (2 each) Wrenches and/or Socket Wrenches and
Sockets (Deep-Well Sockets are Recommended).
1/2"
1/2"
10/05
Owner must ensure that all players know and follow these rules
• DO NOT HANG on the rim or any part of the system including
• During play, especially when performing dunk type activities,
• Do not slide, climb, shake or play on base and/or pole.
• When adjusting height or moving system, keep hands and
• Do not allow children to move or adjust system.
• During play, do not wear jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces,
• Keep organic material away from pole base. Grass, litter, etc.
• Check pole system for signs of corrosion (rust, pitting,
• Check system before each use for proper ballast, loose
• Check system before each use for instability.
• Never play on damaged equipment.
• Keep pole top covered with cap at all times.
• See instruction manual for proper installation and
9/16" 3/4" 15/16"
9/16" 3/4" 15/16"
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WARNING
Read and understand warnings listed
below before using this product.
Failure to follow these warnings may
result in serious injury and/or property
damage.
for safe operation of the system.
backboard, support braces or net.
keep player's face away from the backboard, rim and net.
Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in contact with
backboard, rim or net.
fingers away from moving parts.
etc.). Objects may entangle in net.
could cause corrosion and/or deterioration.
chipping) and repaint with exterior enamel paint. If rust has
penetrated through the steel anywhere, replace pole
immediately.
hardware, excessive wear and signs corrosion and repair
before use.
maintenance.
In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
ID#: 588000 01/05
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• (1) Utility Knife
• Phillips-Head
• Container to Mix
Screwdriver
• Optional: Large &
Small Adjustable
Wrenches
In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx
Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx