Huffy Sports Basketball System User Manual

Huffy Sports Basketball System

Table of Contents

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.
Two (2) people are recommended for this operation.
Check the base regularly for leakage. Slow leaks could cause the system to tip over unexpectedly.
Seat the pole sections properly (if applicable). Failure to do so could allow the pole sections to separate during play and/or transport of the system.
Climate, corrosion, or misuse could result in system failure.
Minimum operational height is 6’6″ (1.98 m) to the bottom of the backboard.
This equipment is intended for home recreational use only and NOT for excessive competitive play.
Read and understand the warning label affixed to the pole. The label is shown on page 1.
The life of your basketball pole depends on many conditions. The climate, placement of the pole, the location of the pole, and exposure to corrosives such as pesticides, herbicides, or salts are all important.
If technical assistance is required, contact Huffy Sports.
Adult supervision is recommended when adjusting height.

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.

REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS

Two People
Tape Measure
Wood Board (Scrap)
Wrenches: (Two) 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 3/4, (9/16 Deep Socket w/Ext. Recommended); (One) 3/8 or small adjustable wrench; (One) 1/4 or small adjustable wrench
Sawhorse or Support Table
Step Ladder 8 ft. (2.4 m)
Garden Hose or Sand (300-325 lb.) (136-147 kg)
Hammer
Tape
Needle Nose Pliers
Safety Goggles

NOTICE TO ASSEMBLERS

ALL Huffy Sports basketball Systems, including those used for DISPLAYS, MUST be assembled and ballasted with sand or water according to instructions. Failure to follow instructions could result in SERIOUS INJURY. It is NOT acceptable to devise a makeshift weight system.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

TO ADJUST BACKBOARD

Grate the handle and depress the lever.
Push toward the pole while holding the lever. Raise or lower to the desired height while pushing forward on the handle.
Release the handle, making sure that the horizontal pin is locked into the slot.

MOVING SYSTEM

Adjust the basketball backboard height to the lowest position.
Rotate the handle forward until the wheels engage the ground.
Move the basketball system to the desired location.
Rotate the handle back to the original position.
Reattach the ground restraint and check the system for stability.

The NBA and individual NBA member team identifications reproduced on this product are trademarks and copyrighted designs, and/or other forms of intellectual property, that are the exclusive property of NBA Properties, Inc. and the respective NBA member teams and may not be used, in whole or in part, without the written consent of NBA Properties, Inc.

WARNING

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

The owner must ensure that all players know and follow these rules for the safe operation of the system.

DO NOT HANG on the rim or any part of the system, including backboard, support braces, or net.
During play, especially when performing dunk-type activities, keep the player’s face away from the backboard, rim, and net. Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in contact with the backboard, rim, or net.
Do not slide, climb, shake, or play on the base and/or pole.
After assembly is complete, fill the system with water or sand and stake it to the ground. Never leave the system in an upright position without filling the base with weight, as the system may tip over, causing injuries.
When adjusting height or moving the system, keep hands and fingers away from moving parts.
Do not allow children to move or adjust the system.
During play, do not wear jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces, etc.). Objects may get entangled in the net.
Surface beneath the base must be smooth and free of gravel or other sharp objects. Punctures cause leakage and could cause the system to tip over.
Keep organic material away from the pole base. Grass, litter, etc., could cause corrosion and/or deterioration.
Check the pole system for signs of corrosion (rust, pitting, chipping) and repaint with exterior enamel paint. If rust has penetrated through the steel anywhere, replace the pole immediately.
Check the system before each use for proper ballast, loose hardware, excessive wear, and signs of corrosion, and repair before use.
Check the system before each use for instability.
Do not use the system during windy and/or severe weather conditions; the system may tip over. Place the system in the storage position and/or in an area protected from the wind and free from personal property and/or overhead wires.
Never play on damaged equipment.
See the instruction manual for proper installation and maintenance.
When moving the system, use caution to keep the mechanism from shifting.
Keep the pole top covered with a cap at all times.
Do not allow water in the tank to freeze. During sub-freezing weather, add non-toxic antifreeze, sand, or empty the tank completely and store it. (Do not use salt.)
While moving the system, do not allow anyone to stand or sit on the base or add ballasting on the base.
Do not leave the system unsupervised or play on the system when the wheels are engaged for moving.
Use Caution when moving the system across uneven surfaces. The system may tip over.
Use extreme caution if placing the system on a sloped surface. The system may tip over more easily.

Toll-Free Customer Service Number for U.S: 1-800-558-5234, For Canada: 1-800-284-8339, For Europe: 00 800 555 85234 (Sweden: 009 555 85234),
For Australia: 1-800-333 061 – Internet Address: http://www.huffysports.com

PARTS LIST (See Hardware Identifier)

WARRANTY CARD

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HARDWARE IDENTIFIER

Questions or Missing Parts?

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Mark pole sections with tape as shown.
IMPORTANT! Bounce the pole top (1) and middle section (2) together as shown until they no longer move toward the taped reference mark. Upright assembly. NOTE: Pole sections should have a 3-1/2* (9 cm) minimum overlap.
IMPORTANT! Holes in the top (1) and bottom pole (3) sections MUST align to correctly position the elevator system toward the playing surface. Add the bottom pole section (3) to the assembly as shown and bounce until completely tight. NOTE: Pole sections should have a 3-1/2″ (9 cm) minimum overlap.
Install wheels (17) onto axle (28) and wheel bracket (25) with push caps (29) as shown.
Position base as shown. Secure wheel bracket assembly with bolt (16) and nut (15) as shown.
Install rod (4) through holes in bottom pole section (3) and eyebolt (5). Insert the pole assembly into the tank (6) and through the center hole on the wheel assembly as shown. Secure pole assembly with lock nut (8). NOTE: Two people are recommended for this step.
Secure base struts (9) to pole using bolt (10), washers (11), and nut (12) as shown. Rotate the non-secured ends of base struts (9) as shown.
Secure base struts (9) to base using bolt (14), washers (11), and nut (15).
Install upper pivot bracket (18) to front of base using bolt (19), washer (20), and nut (8) as shown.
Insert bolt (21) through lower pivot bracket (22) as shown, and bolt (21) will be secured during the step.
Carefully place the base assembly on its side. Install lower pivot bracket (22) with bolt (23), washers (20), and lock nut (8) as shown.
Secure both hinge tubes (to the wheel bracket (25) with carriage bolts (26) and flange nuts (15). 12. Install wheels (27) onto axle (28) and wheel bracket (25) with push caps (29) as shown.
Position base as shown. Secure wheel bracket assembly with disc (30), washer (20), and nut (8) as shown. NOTE: Two people are recommended for this step.
Carefully reposition the entire assembly as shown. IMPORTANT! Two people are recommended for this step.
Snap tinnerman nut (31) onto inner channel (32). Place the inner channel into the outer channel (33) as shown.
Slide handle (34) into position as shown and secure with bolts (35), washers (11), and nuts (15). Tighten completely.
Install bolt (36), washers (11), and nut (37) as shown. Tighten until the ashers (11) are no longer loose. NOTE: Do not over-tighten. Assemble trigger (38) to handle assembly (34, 32, 31) as shown and secure with bolt (39) and washer (11). Tighten completely.
WARNING: USE EYE PROTECTION WHEN INSTALLING SPRINGS.
Install trigger return spring (40) to handle assembly (32, 33) as shown.
Attach the Accuheight label (41) to the outer channel (33).
Attach spring (44) to pins (43) and install pins (43) onto pole mount bracket (45). Attach the other spring (44) to the opposite side. NOTE: Gently enlarge eyelets of spring with pliers if springs do not fit over pins.
WARNING: USE EYE PROTECTION WHEN INSTALLING SPRINGS.
Install pole mount assembly and reinforcement bracket (47) with carriage bolts (46) to pole as shown. Tighten flange nuts (15) completely.
Push back the sliding pin (43) as shown in Figure A to fit the adjustable system assembly through the pole mount assembly. Then attach spring covers (48 & 49) onto the pole mount bracket (45) with bolt (50) and nut (15) as shown in Figure B.
Install spacers (51) onto backboard brackets (52) with bolts (53, 54) and lock nuts (55, 37) as shown.
Assemble lower elevator tubes (56) as shown. NOTE: Tighten bolt (57) in lock nut (58) until flush (even) with lock nut’s outer edge. IMPORTANT! All parts must be installed for this mechanism to work safely and properly. NOTE: Test fit bolts into holes of brackets (52) and carefully rock them in a circular motion to ream out paint from holes if necessary
Starting with nuts (15) flush against board bracket (52), bolt red bracket (61) to board using bolts (60), washers (20), and foam pad (62) as shown. Do not tighten. Tightening will take place in step 30. NOTE: Place two bolts (60) through the UPPER holes of the red bracket only, as shown. Bend board brackets (52) to line up with holes in backboard and secure using weld studs (73), and nuts (15) as shown.
Assemble upper elevator tubes (63) to backboard brackets (52) as shown. NOTE: Tighten bolt (57) in locknut (58) until flush (even) with locknut’s outer edge.
Support pole on sawhorse. Attach backboard assembly to top pole section (1) | as shown. Then install the pole cap (64). NOTE: Two people are recommended for this step. Use caution; the elevator assembly is heavy.
Install upper elevator tubes (63) to triangle plates (66) as shown. Next, install handle assembly (32, 33) to lower elevator tubes (56) using bolt (57), spacers (67), and nut (58) as shown. NOTE: Tighten bolt (57) in locknut (58) until flush (even) with locknut’s outer edge. NOTE: Before going on to the next step, set the adjustable system assembly to the 10′ (3.05 m) setting.
WARNING: USE EYE PROTECTION WHEN INSTALLING SPRINGS. Insert bolt (57) through the left side upper elevator tube (63), then stretch springs (68) onto bolt (57). Insert bolt (57) through the right side upper elevator tube (63) and secure with nut (58).
Install carriage bolt (69) through rim (70), washers (71), and (20) as shown. Tighten the nut (72) completely. Place the nut (8) about halfway up the carriage bolt (69) as shown.
Insert inner bracket (74) into bracket (61) as shown. Insert bolts (60) through washers (20) and the UPPER holes of the inner (black) bracket (74) as shown. Tighten nuts (15) completely. Tighten all hardware from step 24 at this time.
Insert spacer (75) through rim assembly (70). Place the rim assembly on the bracket (61) so that bolt (69) is inserted through the hole on top of the inner bracket (74).
Install bolt (76), through washers (20) and top holes on side of bracket (61), and secure with nut (73) as shown. Tighten completely.
Install spring (77), concave washer (78), and center lock nut (37) to bolt (69) as shown. NOTE: Do not over-tighten as the rim will not flex properly. See leveling instructions to determine how much to tighten nuts (8) and (37).
Place the level on the rim (70) and adjust the nut (8) until level. Tighten nut (37) to set rim tension for playing.
Apply logo label (79) to cover plate (80) and install cover plate (80) on rim (70) using self tapping screws (81) as shown. NOTE ORIENTATION OF COVER PLATE.
Secure net (82) to rim (70).
Attach front cover (83) to hinge tubes (24) using carriage bolts (84) and flange nuts (15) as shown.
WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE ASSEMBLY UNATTENDED WHEN EMPTY. MAY TIP OVER.
Apply height and moving label (85) to the front of the pole as shown.
Roll completed assembly to the desired playing area. Secure assembly to ground using rope (86) and tie-down stake (7). Fill the tank with 34 gallons of water. IMPORTANT! Add two gallons (7.6 Liters) of non-toxic antifreeze in ssub-freezing climates Add two gallons (7.6 liters) to the tank to prevent freezing in sub-freezing climates. Snap the cap (88) into place.
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO ADJUST HEIGHT
Grasp the handle and depress the lever.
Push toward the pole while holding the lever. Raise or lower the lever to the desired height while pushing forward on the handle.
Release the handle, making sure that the horizontal pin (43) is locked into the slot.