Barbarian Basketball Systems The Raider Series User manual

The Raider Series

OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Owner must ensure that all
players know and follow these
rules for safe operation of the
unit.
Do not hang from any part of the unit,
including the backboard, rim, or net.
Do not slide, climb, or play on pole.
Keep organic material away from
pole base. Grass, litter, etc. could
cause corrosion and /or deterioration.
Check pole system twice a year for
signs of corrosion (rust, pitting,
chipping). Remove rust and/or loose
paint completely and repaint with
exterior enamel paint. If rust has
penetrated through the steel
anywhere, replace pole immediately.
Check unit before each use for loose
hardware, excessive wear, and signs
of corrosion and repair before using.
During play, use extreme caution to
keep players' faces away from the
backboard, rim, and net.
Wear a mouth guard when playing to
avoid dental injuries.
When adjusting height, keep hands
and fingers away from moving parts.
During play, do not wear jewelry
(rings, watches, necklaces, etc.).
Objects may entangle in net.
These units can be lowered to 6.5 feet. Adult
supervision of children is required to ensure
their safety during use.
Thank you for purchasing the Raider Basketball System. We try hard to
ensure that our products are of the highest quality and free of manufacturing
defects and of missing parts. However, if you have any problems with your
basketball system, such as a manufacturing defect or a missing part, please
DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE STORE. Call us at:
TOLL FREE 1-800-921-5310 FAX: [phone]
Or write us at:
CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPT., 3340 Applecross Lane Cumming, GA 30041
Please provide model number, serial number, and/or part number of the product and/or part
when you call or write. These numbers can be found on the product, packaging, or in this owner's
manual.
MODEL NUMBERS
Raider 54 Raider 72
Raider 60
The Raider Series by
Barbarian Basketball Systems
Do not tighten hardware until instructed to do so. If hardware is tightened too soon, mounting holes may not align and parts
may not fit together. Leave locknuts slightly loose until you are instructed to tighten them.
Read this manual all the way through before starting to put up your pole. Then read each step completely before beginning that step.
Some smaller parts may be shipped inside larger tubes. Check inside tubes before assembling or ordering parts.
Barbarian Basketball SystemsTM 1-800-921-5310
www.barbarianbasketballsystems.com
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WELCOME TO THE FAMILY OF RAIDER BASKETBALL SYSTEM
OWNERS!
In order to have the safest fun and longest use of your Raider Basketball System TM, please note and heed the
following:
1. Prior to main post preparation and goal assembly, call utility services for location of underground utility lines
before you dig.
2. Vertical main post assembly is a two-part process.
PART 1
Day 1. Complete Anchor System Installation per following Instructions.
Day 2. Allow concrete to cure.
Day 3. Allow concrete to cure.
Day 4. Allow concrete to cure.
Day 5. Allow concrete to cure.
Day 6. Allow concrete to cure.
PART 2
Day 7. Complete Raider Basketball System assembly instructions.
3. For safety measures have at least 3 capable persons to assist you in assembly of your Raider Basketball
System.
ANCHOR SYSTEM INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(Day 1)
1. Determine the location of the goal. Position the hole
close to the playing surface without making contact.
Dig a hole 24" x 24" square and 48" below the playing
surface. Note softer soil will require a larger hole. (See Figure 1 detail)
2. Assemble anchor system as follows: Screw nuts
on to the threads 4" down on the anchor bolt. Insert
threads of anchor bolt through hole on anchor
plate and secure with another nut . Repeat this step
for the remaining anchor bolts. (See Figure 1).
2.
Note the direction of the J-
Bolts is really not that
important, however we
would recommend that all
four point to the center of
the template as shown.

ANCHOR SYSTEM INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
(Day 1) continued:
1. Mix and pour concrete into hole. Follow instructions
on concrete bag. Stop about 18" below court level.
2. Insert four reinforcement bars into concrete
8" apart creating a square in center on hole.
3. Finish pouring concrete up to court level.
4. Push anchor system into concrete and agitate to work
out voids in concrete. Immediately use a level to level
and square anchor plate to playing surface. Clean
off any concrete that may be on exposed threads.
Note: The bottom four nuts will be forever
embedded in concrete.
Let concrete stand for a MINIMUM of 7 days.
Figure 1 Detail
Anchor plate must be square
to the court so the backboard
will line up properly.
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
This consumer warranty extends to the original consumer purchase of any Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. Product
(hereinafter referred to as the “Product”).
WARRANTY COVERAGE: Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. warrants to the original Consumer Purchaser that any
Product of its manufacture is free from defects in material and workmanship. THIS WARRANTY IS VOID IF THE PRODUCT
HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY ACCIDENT, UNREASONABLE USE, NEGLIGENCE, IMPROPER SERVICE, FAILURE TO
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE PRODUCT OR OTHER CAUSES NOT ARISING OUT OF DEFECTS IN
MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP.
Subject to proper installation and normal use, Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. warrants, subject to the limitations below, to
the original retail purchaser all structural components of the Barbarian Basketball Systems™ to be free of defects in material
and workmanship for the duration of ownership by the original retail purchaser. Merchandise must be shipped prepaid with a
copy of proof of purchase to Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. factory for examination to determine if the basketball system
needs to be repaired or replaced. Any labor costs, travel expenses and any other changes involved in the removal, installation
or replacement of the defective/repaired parts from/to your Barbarian Basketball System™ will be the purchaser’s
responsibility. Shipping charges for replaced or warranted merchandise sent back to the customer from Barbarian Basketball
Systems Inc. factory must be prepaid by the customer in advance. If not, the replacement shipment will be sent out collect.
Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. reserves the right to examine photographs or physical evidence of merchandise claimed
to be defective, and to recover said merchandise, prior to authorization of warranty claims. A “Returned Goods Authorization”
number may be required, please call for details prior to the return of any photographs or merchandise.
This limited lifetime warranty is expressly in lieu of all warranties, expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability
or fitness for use. Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. does not assume or authorize any person or representative to assume
for us, any other liability in connection with the sale of our
products. The remedy of repair or replacement stated above is Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. exclusive remedy.
Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. will not be liable for any other damages or expenses which may incur, including but not
limited to incidental or consequential damages. Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. assumes no other obligations or liability
on the part of the purchaser, and Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. neither assumes nor authorizes any other person to
assume for it any other liability in connection with the goods sold.
This warranty shall not apply in any manner to parts or accessories not manufactured by Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc.
NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY
Any merchandise subjected to abuse, negligence, improper installation, vandalism, acts of God, alteration of product, or any
other events beyond the control of Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc.
Paint or rusted parts.
Rims are not warranted for any defects other than workmanship. Torn back plates, damaged springs, bent rings, damaged
eyebolts, and torn or distorted rim supports resulting from hanging on the rim are covered at the discretion of the
manufacturer. If a rim is damaged a double static fixed rim will be sent as a replacement.
Shipping charges both ways will be the responsability of the customer. Note: Any merchandise shipped to Barbarian
Basketball Systems Inc. collect will be refused.
Dealer service charges, labor charges and travel expenses associated with replacement of repair of warranty item.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMERS: ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARISING OUT OF THIS SALE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION.
Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR OTHER
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL COSTS. EXPENSES OR DAMAGES INCURRED BY THE CONSUMER OF ANY OTHER
USE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or consequential or incidental damages, so the
above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
WARRANTY GUIDELINES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS
1. Proof of Purchase (original retail purchaser) is required for all warranty claims.
2. Call or write Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. to receive a Return Authorization # and determine specific needs.
Phone: [phone] / Warranty Dept.
Or Write Argent Enterprises Inc. at: Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc.- 3340 Applecross Lane, Cumming, GA 30041 - Attn:
Warranty Dept.
Must register to activate warranty.
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