ESCALADE SILVERBACK SBX54 User manual

Escalade® Sports products may be manufactured and/or licensed under the following patents.
6120397, 5816957, 5769744, 5119741, 4911085, 4717157, D460140, D420563, 8414431
Additional patents may be pending. One or more of the listed patents and/or pending patents may cover specific product.
A S S E M B L Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
Contact Escalade® Sports customer service department at:
Phone: 1-888-USA-GOAL Toll-Free!
Fax: [phone] Toll-Free!
E-mail: [email protected]
Please Do Not Return This
Product to the Store!
2020 Escalade Sports
2L-7875-01
MODEL NO.
B8406F
S B X 5 4
P O R T A B L E B A S K E T B A L L

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3/8” drive ratchet wrench
3” or longer extension
#2 Philips Head Screw Driver
10mm socket and wrench
13mm socket and wrench
16mm socket and wrench
17mm socket
19mm socket and wrench
4’ step ladder or other 4’ support
P R E - A S S E M B L Y T I P S
Contact Escalade® Sports customer service department at:
Phone: Toll – Free !
Fax: [phone] Toll – Free !
E-mail: [e-mail]
Mailing Address (correspondence only):
Escalade Sports
PO Box 889
Evansville, IN 47706
1-888-USA-GOAL
2020 Escalade Sports
P R E - A S S E M B L Y T I P S
2L-7875-01
Please visit our Website at:
www.escaladesports.com
ON-LINE TROUBLE SHOOTING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
ON-LINE PARTS REQUESTS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ADDITIONAL ESCALADE® SPORTS PRODUCT INFORMATION
Please Do Not Return This Product To The Store!
8” Adjustable Wrench
Rubber Mallet
¼” tip drift punch or 5/16” dia. X 8” long metal rod to assist with hole alignment
Utility knife or Rat Tail file to clear excess paint from holes
Funnel
3/8” Allen Wrench
Materials to cushion parts during assembly to prevent scratches/dings
Wooden Block (at least 3”x3”)
1. Read this manual carefully before starting assembly. Read each step completely before beginning each step.
2. Some smaller parts may be shipped inside larger parts. Check inside all parts and cartons before assembling or ordering
parts.
3. To make assembly easier, use the Hardware Identifier on page 7 to identify and sort all fasteners. Check all cartons for kits.
All hardware may not be located in one kit. Please keep your box it could be used as an assembly aid. See page 29.
4. Do not tighten hardware until instructed to do so. If hardware is tightened too soon, mounting holes may not align and
parts may not easily fit together. Leave locknuts slightly loose until you are instructed to tighten them.
5. Save these instructions and your proof of purchase (receipt) in the event that the manufacturer has to be contacted for
replacement parts.
6. Tools required for assembly: Tools recommended for assembly:

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!If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.
!2 capable adults are recommended for this operation.
!Check base daily for leakage. Leaks will cause system to fail.
!Assemble the pole sections properly (if applicable). Failure to do so could cause pole sections to
separate during play or transport.
!Minimum operational height is 6'6" (1.98m) to the bottom of backboard.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions.
Use caution when using this system.
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.
Check entire box and inside packing material for parts and/or additional instruction material. Before
beginning assembly, read the instructions and identify parts using the hardware identifier and parts list
in this document. 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.

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BREAK AWAY RIM
4A-8058-20
MIDDLE POLE
1A-7911-00
TOP POLE
1A-7906-00
BACKBOARD ASSEMBLY 54 X 33
4A-8057-40
LOWER POLE
1A-7910-00
ROLLING FRAME
1A-7903-00
BALLAST FRAME
1A-7904-00
54 44
51
50
12
2
3
(QTY. 1) (QTY. 1)
(QTY. 1)
(QTY. 1) (QTY. 1) (QTY. 1) (QTY. 1)
P A R T S L I S T ( N O T A C T U A L S I Z E )
RIM NET
(QTY. 1)
58
3F-6070-00
SPRING COVER PLATE
(QTY. 1)
8S-7714-00
60
Red
Sticker
Warning
Decal
Green
sticker
1
BALLAST
(QTY. 1)
1
3M-8991-20

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AXLE
8S-7710-00 AXLE ROD
1B-7140-00 BRACE TUBE, RH
8S-7708-00
BRACE TUBE, LH
8S-7709-00
19
18
9
4
(QTY. 1) (QTY. 1)
(QTY. 1) (QTY. 1)
P A R T S L I S T ( N O T A C T U A L S I Z E )
BOARD ARM CAP
3M-9017-00
56
(QTY. 8)
(Pre-assembled to
Board Arms)
(Has a sticker on it)green (Has a sticker on it)red
LOWER BOARD ARM
1A-7907-00
UPPER BOARD ARM
1A-7908-00
52 49
(QTY. 2) (QTY. 2)
ACTUATOR BAR
1A-7921-10
(QTY. 1)
53
(Actuator Bar Cap
Pre-installed)
green sticker
on here
red sticker
on here
(Packed inside of
Top Pole)

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Wheel Assembly (Parts pre-assembled to wheel)
BALLAST CAP
3M-8996-00
BALLAST CAP WASHER
3M-8999-00
REINFORCEMENT PLATE
8S-7711-00
POLE CAP
3M-8997-00
BUSHING, BOARD ARM
3M-8994-00
AXLE BUSHING
3M-9003-00
Wheel Hub, Outside
3M-9001-00
Wheel Hub, Inside
3M-9002-00
BACKBOARD BOX
1A-7905-00
38
14
26
13
37
55
25 586
(QTY. 1)
(QTY. 1)
(QTY. 1)
(QTY. 1)
(QTY. 1)
(QTY. 2)
(QTY. 2)
(QTY. 2)
(QTY. 4)
P A R T S L I S T ( N O T A C T U A L S I Z E )
Wheel
3M-8992-00
7
(QTY. 2)
WHEEL PLUG
3M-9004-00
41
(QTY. 2)
42
O-RING
3M-8998-00
(QTY. 2)
(Pre-assembled to
Wheel Plug)
(Pre-assembled to
Ballast Cap)
Wheel Plug Key
3M-9022-00
(QTY. 1)
57
(Pre-assembled to
Top Pole) SPRING
5V-6040-00
(QTY. 2)
ACTUATOR GRIP
3M-9034-00
ACTUATOR LOCK ASSEMBLY
4A-8141-10
40 31
(QTY. 1) (QTY. 1)
(Pre-assembled to
Ballast) (3/8” Allen Wrench
can be substituted
for Wheel plug key)

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HEX HEAD BOLT M8-1.25 X 65mm
1B-7077-00
HEX HEAD BOLT M10-1.5 X 100mm
1B-7078-00
HEX HEAD BOLT M10-1.5 X 110mm
1B-7079-00
HEX HEAD BOLT M10-1.5 X 65mm
1B-7081-00
HEX HEAD BOLT M10-1.5 X 210mm
1B-7080-00
HEX HEAD BOLT M10-1.5 X 25mm
1B-7082-00
HEX NUT M10-1.5, WITH CAP
2B-6799-00
HEX NUT M10-1.5
2B-6796-00
WASHER _ CURVED M10
2B-6802-00
HEX LOCK NUT M12-1.75
2B-6805-00
HEX LOCK NUT M10-1.5
2B-6801-00
WASHER M8
2B-6797-00
WASHER M10 X 30mm
2B-6795-00
WASHER M10
2B-6800-00
WASHER M12 X 24mm OD
2B-6804-00
HEX HEAD BOLT M10-1.5 X 220mm
1B-7085-00
Hex Lock Nut M8-1.25
2B-6808-00
WASHER, NYLON
3M-9000-00
21
29
11
17
24
10
27
28
23
16
39
30
34
22
20
15
36
(QTY. 3)
(QTY. 1)
(QTY. 3)
(QTY. 5)
(QTY. 4)
(QTY. 5) (QTY. 22) (QTY. 4)
(QTY. 8)
(QTY. 4)
(QTY. 4)
(QTY. 14)
(QTY. 2)
(QTY. 6)
(QTY. 4)
(QTY. 1)
(QTY. 2)
H A R D W A R E I D E N T I F I E R ( A C T U A L S I Z E )
35 (QTY. 2)

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H A R D W A R E I D E N T I F I E R ( A C T U A L S I Z E )
HITCH PIN
7B-6577-00
WASHER, LOCK INTERNAL-TOOTH
2B-6806-00
#10-14 X 0.63 Trilobular Screw for Plastic
1B-7084-00
32
43
33
(QTY. 2)
(QTY. 1)
(QTY. 2)
Flat Head Screw M4-0.7 X 10mm
(QTY. 2)
1B-7100-00
59
Philips Head Screw M6-1 X 60mm
1B-7123-00
HEX LOCK NUT M6-1
2B-6803-00
ACTUATOR ROLLER
3M-9035-00
47
48
46
(QTY. 1) (QTY. 1)
(QTY. 1)

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HEX HEAD BOLT M10-1.5 X 65mm
1B-7081-00
35
(QTY. 2)
23
WASHER M10
2B-6800-00
(QTY. 4)
HEX LOCK NUT M10-1.5
2B-6801-00
24
(QTY. 2)
35
23
24
2
3
HARDWARE NEEDED (ACTUAL SIZE)
DETAIL A
1. Assemble parts 2 & 3 as shown. Tighten hardware
finger tight only.
Prepare a flat area that is clear of debris. Keep children
away from the assembly area. Two capable adults are
needed for the following steps.
NOTE:
ASSEMBLY TIP
The following pages will have a picture of the
Hardware Needed along with the Quantity, Part
Number and Description. You can lay the hardware
on the picture to identify the hardware.

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DETAIL A
23
WASHER M10
2B-6800-00
(QTY. 2)
HEX LOCK NUT M10-1.5
2B-6801-00
24
(QTY. 1)
HARDWARE NEEDED (ACTUAL SIZE)
HEX HEAD BOLT M10-1.5 X 210mm
1B-7080-00
34
(QTY. 1)
34
23
24
23
12
2. Attach lower pole (12) to lower assembly. Line up the holes in
the four tubes and lower pole and attach hardware as shown
in Detail A. Tighten hardware finger tight only.
You may have to wiggle the
Bolt (34) up and down and
side to side so it goes
through the whole assembly.
NOTE: