Fisher-Price DTM17 User manual

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DTM17
DTM17
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Keep this instruction sheet for future reference,
Keep this instruction sheet for future reference,
as it contains important information.
as it contains important information.
Adult assembly is required.
Adult assembly is required.
Tool needed for assembly: Phillips Screwdriver (not included).
Tool needed for assembly: Phillips Screwdriver (not included).
Water or sand is needed to fill the base (not included).
Water or sand is needed to fill the base (not included).
IMPORTANT!
IMPORTANT!
Backboard height should be adjusted only by an adult.
Backboard height should be adjusted only by an adult.

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Consumer Information
Care
• The frame and net may be wiped clean using
a mild cleaning solution and a damp cloth.
Do not use bleach. Do not use harsh or
abrasive cleaners. Rinse clean with water to
remove residue. Do not immerse this toy.
• To prolong the life of the net, store this
toy indoors.
• Do not leave this toy outside in freezing
weather. Water left inside the base will freeze
and possibly damage the base.
• This toy is for outdoor or indoor use.
When bringing it inside, make sure to drain,
rinse, and thoroughly dry first.
• We recommend indoor storage if this product
will not be used for an extended period
of time.
• Periodically check all fasteners regularly to
be sure they are tight. If the fasteners are not
tight, tighten them as necessary.
• Check plastic parts regularly and if broken or
cracked, dispose of them properly.
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Australia: Mattel Australia Pty. Ltd., 658 Church Street,
Locked Bag #870, Richmond, Victoria 3121 Australia.
New Zealand: 16-18 William Pickering Drive,
Albany 1331, Auckland.

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CAUTION
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Parts
This package contains
small parts. For adult
assembly only.
Hint: Some parts were
placed inside the lower
post for shipping.
SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
#6 x 1,6 cm Screw - 4
Net Assembly
Upper Post
Backboard
Collar
Lower Post
Rim
Ball
Plug
Base
Note: Label not shown

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Assembly
Groove Ring
Ring Tab
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1
2
• Place the loops at the top of the net into the
grooves on the ring.
• Pull each loop through a ring tab, as shown.
Rim
Net Assembly
Rectangular Tabs
• Place the rim on a flat surface with the
rectangular tabs facing up.
• Locate the four screw holes on the underside
of the net assembly.
• Align the four screw holes on the underside
of the net assembly with the four holes in
the rim.
• Place the net assembly onto the rim.
Rim
• While holding the ring assembly and rim
together, turn them over.
• Insert four screws into the rim.
• Partially tighten the screws with a Phillips
screwdriver. Turn the rim over to ensure
that the net loops are still in the grooves
and through the ring tabs before completely
tightening the screws. Do not over-tighten
the screws.
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3
2
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Side Edge
Side Edge
• Wipe the backboard with a clean, soft, dry
cloth to remove any dust or oils.
• Peel the backing from one half of label 1.
Do not remove all of the backing!
• Align the side edge of label 1(where backing
is removed) with the side edge of the label
area on the backboard and apply.
• While rubbing the label in place, continue to
peel the backing from the other half of
the label.
• Apply the remaining labels to the backboard.
Labels 2-5 are designed to overlap.
• Dispose of the label backings properly.

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Assembly
5Base Plug
“T” End
• Bend the “T” end of the plug and insert it into
the hole in the base.
Note: After assembly is complete, fill the base
with water or approximately 50 lbs. (22,7 kg)
of sand (water and sand not included) to keep
this product stationary. Simply lift the plug,
fill the base, and replace the plug.
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5
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Curved End
Upper Post
Base
Large Square
Opening
• Position the base as shown.
• Position the upper post so that the straight
end is down and the curved end is up and
facing away from the base.
Hint: For easier assembly, apply liquid soap
or rub a candle or bar soap around the bottom
of the upper post (especially on the corners)
and the inside of the large square opening.
If assembling inside, place a tarp under the
base to protect the floor surface.
• Insert the upper post into the large square
opening in the base and, using a circular
motion, push it all the way down.
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5
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Rectangular Tab
Rim
Upper Post
• Hook the rectangular tab on each side of the
rim to the upper post, as shown.
• Rotate the rim down until it snaps into place
on the upper post. Push down on the rim to
be sure it is secure.
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4
5
Backboard
Labels
Groove
Wall
Rim Peg
Upper Post
• Lean the rim against a wall for support.
• Locate the pegs on each side of the rim and
the grooves on the backboard.
• Position the backboard with the label side
facing up.
• Place your foot on the base to hold it steady
and slide the backboard onto the upper post
at an angle, as far as it will go.
Note: There should be no gap between the
upper post and the backboard.
• Move the assembly away from the wall.

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Assembly
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9
PULL HERE
PRESS HERE
Top View
Back View
Peg Peg
Grooves
• Place your foot on the base to hold it steady.
• Press down firmly on the lower backboard
while rotating the backboard up.
• When properly assembled, the pegs on
the upper post rest in the grooves in the
backboard, as shown.
Note: The height of the rim is 3 feet (1 m)
as assembled.
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4
5
Lower Post
Rib
Groove
IMPORTANT! Assembly of the lower post to
the base is a permanent assembly.
• Align the rib on the bottom of the lower post
with the groove in the opening in the base.
Hint: For easier assembly, apply a small
amount of liquid soap around the bottom of the
post. If assembling indoors, place a tarp under
the base to protect the floor surface.
• Push down on the lower post,using a circular
motion, until it snaps into place.
Collar
Lever
Hole
Peg
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Note: The collar may be factory assembled.
• Align the lever on the side of the collar with
the notch in the top of the lower post.
• Fit the collar onto the lower post, making sure
the peg on each side of the collar snaps into
the hole on each side of the post.

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5
4
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Adjusting Rim Height
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5
6
Backboard
Base
Upper Post
1
2
• As assembled, the rim height is 3 feet (1 m).
• To raise the rim height to 4, 5 or 6 feet
(1,2 m, 1,5 m or 1,8 m), place your foot on
the base and pull up on the backboard with
both hands to remove the upper post from
the base. You may need to rock the upper
post to loosen it from the base.
IMPORTANT! Since this may require a lot of
force, DO NOT stand with your face or chest
above the backboard.
Lever
Base
Slots
Upper Post
Lower Post
• Pull the lever on the lower post down.
• Insert the upper post into the lower post.
• Push the lever into one of the slots on the side of
the upper post at the desired height.

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5
4
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Slots
Lever
Upper Post
Lower Post
Adjusting Rim Height Maintenance
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• To lower the rim height: while holding the
upper post, push the lever on the lower post
down. Lower the upper post and push the
lever into the slot at 4 or 5 feet (1,2 m or
1,5 m).
• To raise the rim height: simply lift the upper
post and push the lever into the slot at 5 or 6
feet (1,5 m or 1,8 m).
• This toy includes an inflatable ball. If the
ball becomes soft, inflate it with a standard,
manual air pump with a standard air needle.
• The ball will contain the correct amount of
air when its circumference measures about
21-22 inches (53-56 cm). Measure the
circumference of the ball with a tape measure
or with a piece of string cut 21-22 inches
(53-56 cm) long. Do not over-inflate the ball.