Huffy In-ground Basketball System Owner's Manual

A Huffy Company
In-Ground Basketball System
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
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 reccomended for this operation.
• Seat the pole sections properly. Failure to do so could allow the pole sections to
separate during play.
• 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 Huffy Sports.
• 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. Label is shown on page 12.
• 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.
In U.S. and Canada only:
We appreciate your purchasing one of our many fine products. We are sure that you will be very satisfied with your selection. Although
great care and effort have been taken, occasionally problems may occur. To ensure prompt and correct handling of any problems, or to
answer any questions, please contact our Toll-Free Customer Service Number listed below. Service will be quicker if you have your
Model Number (found on carton) and assembly instructions ready when calling. PLEASE WRITE YOUR MODEL NUMBER IN
THE SPACE PROVIDED ABOVE.
Toll-Free Customer Service Number for U.S: 1-800-558-5234 Canada Only: 1-800-284-8339
For Australia: 1-800-632-792 Internet Address: http://www.huffysports.com
printed on recycled paper
WRITE IN YOUR MODEL NUMBER:
Owner's Manual
operation of the system.
Have questions...don't go back to the store!
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REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS:
• Two People
• Tape Measure
• Tape
• Shovel and Spade
• Concrete, 540 lb (245 kg) and Container To
Mix
• Carpenter's Level
• Wood Board (Scrap)
• Step Ladder, 8 ft. (2.4 m)
• Wrenches: (Two) 1/2", 9/16" or Two
Adjustable Wrenches
• Wedge
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Customer Service Center
N53 W24700 South Corporate Circle
Sussex, WI 53089
U.S.A.
04/02 P/N 205331D