Assembled unit MUST be filled with sand or water at ALL times. ALL basketball systems, including those used for DISPLAYS, MUST be assembled and installed according to instructions. Failure to follow instructions could result in SERIOUS INJURY. It is NOT acceptable to devise a makeshift support system. ID# M682001 12/06...
IF YOUR SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH AN ACRYLIC BACKBOARD, EXAMINE BACKBOARD FOR ANY DAMAGE THAT MAY HAVE OCCURRED DURING SHIPMENT. CRACKS IN THE BACKBOARD COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN BREAKAGE. IF BACKBOARD IS DAMAGED IN ANY WAY PRIOR TO OR AFTER ASSEMBLY, CALL TOLL-FREE NUMBER: U.S. 1-800-558-5234; CANADA: 1-800-284-8339; http://www.huffysports.com 12/06 ID# M682001...
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Get to know the basic parts of your basketball system... FRONT BACK BACKBOARD ELEVATOR ASSEMBLY TOP POLE MIDDLE POLE BOTTOM POLE STRUTS BASE WHEEL CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY ID# M682001 12/06...
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Bolt, Hex, 1/2-13 x 5” Long 908395 Bracket, Spring Mount * YOU MAY HAVE EXTRA PARTS WITH THIS MODEL. NOTE Hardware kit is designed for more than one style of basketball system. Not all hardware will be used. 12/06 ID# M682001...
Fig. A. TO INSTALL SECOND PUSHNUT: • Assemble Pushnut, Wheels, Axle, And Wheel Bracket As Shown. • Support Pushnut/Axle From The End With A Block Of Wood To Install The Second Pushnut Onto The Axle. Wood Block ID# M682001 12/06...
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POLE SECTIONS SHOULD HAVE A 4- ID STICKER pole middle 1/2" MINIMUM OVERLAP, LEAVING 1/2" BETWEEN THE Trough OVERLAPPING POLE 5” AND THE (12.7 cm) pole middle IDENTIFICATION 1.5” (3.81 cm) STICKER. DIMPLE HOLE Wood Scrap (not supplied) 12/06 ID# M682001...
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(6) as shown. Dimple Trough 1.5” (3.81 cm) Bottom pole RODS SHOWN ARE FOR 5” VISUAL REPRESENTATION OF (12.7 cm) ALIGNMENT AND ARE NOT SUPPLIED WITH THE HARDWARE ID STICKER Bottom pole DIMPLE HOLE Wood Scrap (not supplied) ID# M682001 12/06...
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REQUIRED FOR THIS REQUIRED FOR THIS PROCEDURE. FAILURE TO PROCEDURE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. IMPORTANT! DO NOT TIGHTEN COMPLETELY. 12/06 ID# M682001...
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Install pole mount bracket (15) and reinforcement bracket (42) with carriage bolts (16) as shown. Tighten flange nuts (14) completely. IMPORTANT! DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN! IMPORTANT! TIGHTEN ALL HARDWARE FROM STEPS 6-8 AFTER THIS ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETED. ID# M682001 12/06...
While the system is securely resting on the sawhorse. Install elevator tubes (32 and 35) to top pole section (4) as shown. Install pole cap (38) at this time. COMPLETED ASSEMBLY WARNING! TIGHTEN BOLT (29) IN LOCK NUT (31) UNTIL FLUSH (EVEN) WITH LOCK NUT’S OUTER EDGE. 12/06 ID# M682001...
(2) Socket Wrenches and Sockets Extension 1/2” 9/16” 3/4” Phillips Screwdriver Sawhorse or Support Table While still supported on sawhorse. Attach elevator tubes (32, 35) to backboard using spacers (30), bolts (23), and nuts (31) as shown. ID# M682001 12/06...
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IMPORTANT! Carefully cut and peel protective film away from board prior to attaching rim. Insert T-bolt (45) into Slam Jam bracket (44) then, attach that assembly to board using bolts (26) and nuts (14). 12/06 ID# M682001...
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Insert bolt (29) through left side upper elevator tube (35), then stretch spring (36) onto bolt (29). Insert bolt (29) through right side upper elevator tube (35) and secure with nut (31). WARNING! USE EYE PROTECTION WHEN INSTALLING SPRINGS. ID# M682001 12/06...
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B. Install reinforcement bracket (46) onto T-bolt (45) as shown. C. Install spring (47) onto T-bolt (45) as shown. D. Install special nut (48) and washer (37) onto T-bolt (45). NOTE: E. Tighten nut (48) until flush with end of T-bolt (45). ORIENTATION OF BRACKET 12/06 ID# M682001...
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Slide upper tube (17) onto handle assembly (3). Reinsert screws removed in previous step as shown. NOTE: Rotate upper tube to line up screw holes. Reinsert screws removed in previous step as shown. Screws removed in step 6 ID# M682001 12/06...
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(15) using bolt (20) and nut (10) as shown. shown with carriage bolts (22) and nuts (14). NOTE: Loosening the strut- to-pole bolt (12) can help when aligning front cover to struts. WARNING! Retighten bolt (12) when front cover attachement is completed. 12/06 ID# M682001...
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IF USING SAND: 2 GALLONS OF ANTI-FREEZE IS NOT REQUIRED. WARNING! Cap (41) MUST be tightened COMPLETELY and SECURELY to prevent leakage. CHECK WATER LEVEL BEFORE EACH USE! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. ID# M682001 12/06...
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Move basketball system to desired location. Carefully rotate basketball system upright. 5. Check system for stability. 566200 12/05 RIM COVER ATTACHMENT NOTE: Cover plate (28) will fit INSIDE back bracket. 12/06 ID# M682001...
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If the ends of the screws are exposed after installation, place the screw protectors (5) over the ends to prevent injury. FIG. A. 4 or 7 Collect any metal shavings that may have fallen onto the floor or driveway to prevent injury. 12/06 ID# M682001...
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