Gared PSS 9716S User manual

Gared Outer Limit Pro Portable Backstop
Models: 9716S, 9718S, 9716E 9618E
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions
Please read all instructions before attempting installation or operation of these units
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P UBLICATION N O . Revised
551756323 July 12, 2022

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Table of Contents
Section Page No.
Introduction .................................................................................................................. 1
Basic Dimensions......................................................................................................... 2
Cautions and Warnings ................................................................................................ 4
Parts Checklist ............................................................................................................. 5
Installation.................................................................................................................... 7
-Board and Goal ssy 8
-Locating and djusting Unit 11
-Pad Installation 15
Unit Operation ........................................................................................................... 17
-Electric Lift Operation & Wiring Diagram 20
Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 22
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 23
Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of a Gared Sports model Outer Limit Pro Portable backstop. To
ensure that our equipment will provide years of use to you, we are including this installation,
operation, and maintenance guide. This guide will provide information on the proper assembly
and installation methods, operating procedures, and preventative maintenance of your portable
backstop.
Please note that a Bill of Materials is being included with this guide. Please check that all of the
parts called out on the Bill of Materials are present prior to beginning assembly and setup.
Please do not substitute for factory parts. Please contact customer service department and allow
them to determine if substitute parts are acceptable.
It is recommended that an individual who has been properly trained perform assembly and set up
of the backstop. No one under the age of 18 should attempt assembly or set up of the unit, unless
properly supervised.
To prevent normal wear and tear from shortening the life of the unit, preventative maintenance
inspections and repairs should be performed at least once per year. If the units are subject to
high or unusual usage, inspections should be scheduled to occur more frequently. If items are
found to be nonconforming, replacements can be ordered from one of our authorized dealers.
When contacting your dealer, please have information regarding the name of the project, and any
applicable warranty information.

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BASIC DIMENTIONS 9716S, 9716E (8’-0” F.O.B.)
Play Weight
MODEL lbs [Kg]
9716S
w/ std ballast 2990 [1356 Kg]
w/ opt ballast 3460 [1569 Kg]
9716E
w/ std ballast 3022 [1371 Kg]
w/ opt ballast 3492 [1584 Kg]
Play weight does not in lude added auxiliary equipment.
(shot lo ks, signage, or amera equipment)

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BASIC DIMENTIONS 9718S, 9718E (10’-8” F.O.B.)
Play Weight
MODEL lbs [Kg]
9718S
w/ std ballast 3535 [1603 Kg]
w/ opt ballast 3975 [1803 Kg]
9718E
w/ std ballast 3567 [1618 Kg]
w/ opt ballast 4007 [1817 Kg]
Play weight does not in lude added auxiliary equipment.
(shot lo ks, signage, or amera equipment)

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Read and understand the following warnings to prevent possible personal injury and potential
damage to the equipment during assembly, setup, and operation.
Before proceeding with assembly, read all instructions and assembly procedures. Make sure
all parts have been received and are not damaged.

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Parts Checklist
The following parts have been packed separately or installed on the unit. Verify all parts listed
on packing list are present prior to installation. Because these units can use a variety of
backboards and goals, the specific part number is not referenced in the table. Please refer to your
packing slip to verify the correct board and goal has been received.
ITEM
PART UMBER
DESCRIPTIO
9716S/9716E
9718S/9718E
1
501-6-16-16
BOLT, CARRIAGE 3/8-16 UNC X 1
4
4
2
501-6-16-40
BOLT, CARRIAGE 3/8-16 UNC X 2.5
2
2
3
502-6-16-16
HEX BOLT, 3/8-16 UNC X 1
2
2
4
541-6-16
HEX NUT 3/8-16
6
6
5
561-6
FLAT WASHER 3/8
2
2
6
562-6
SPLIT LOCK WASHER 3/8
8
8
7
6380-11-00
HITCH PIN, 1/8" DIA
2
2
8 101653939 QUICK CHANGE LOCKING ROD 1 1
9
111084108
CLEVIS PIN, 3/8" DIA X 1.125
2
2
10
111094109
HITCH PIN CLIP FOR 3/8 DIA PINS
2
2
11
556453270
BRACKET, BOARD BRACE CLAMP
1
1
12
556453272
BACKBOARD BRACE
1
1
13
556453273
BRACKET, BOARD BRACE MOUNTING
2
2
14
556453576
PLATE, QUICK CHANGE FOR BOARD
1
1
15 REC GLASS BACKBOARD 1 1 varies
16
GOAL, BREAKAWAY
1
1
varies
17
PMCE
PRO MOLD CUSHION EDGE
1
1
18
101851023
3/4" OD X 5/8" ID X 1.00 L FLANGE BUSHING
2
2
19
SPECIFY FLOOR ANCHOR TYPE NEEDED
1
1
varies
20
3005-15-05
TIE DOWN BOLT, REAR
1
1
21
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MANUAL, INSTALL & OPERATION 9716/18
1
1
30 556566299 BRKT WELDMENT, SHIPPING BRACE 1 1 installed
31
502-8-13-24
HEX BOLT, 1/2-13 UNC X 1.5
4
4
installed
32
562-8
SPLIT LOCK WASHER 1/2
4
4
installed
33
561-8
FLAT WASHER 1/2
4
4
installed
PAD SET
ITEM
PART UMBER
DESCRIPTIO
9716S/9716E
9718S/9718E
PAD SET 886565371 886565370
40.1
886565385
PAD, 98" BOOM
1
40.1
886565384
PAD, 128" BOOM
1
40.2
886565372
PAD, FRONT LOWER
1
1
40.3
886565375
PAD, FRONT UPRIGHT
1
1
40.4
886565379
PAD, LH SIDE
1
1
40.5
886565380
PAD, RH SIDE
1
1
40.6
556566303
CLIP, 3" PAD
8
8
40.7
556566293
BRACKET, PAD HINGE
4
4
40.8
502-5-18-20
HEX BOLT, 5/16-18 UNC X 1.25
2
2
40.9
545-5-18Z
HEX NUT, NYLON LOCK 5/16-18
2
2
40.10 223-4-20-8Z SCREW, MACH PAN HD PHIL 1/4-20 UNC X 0.5 24 24
40.11
561-4
FLAT WASHER 1/4
24
24
Contact Customer Service for assistance with replacement of any parts missing or damaged.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools Required:
o *½”, 9/16”, ¾”, 15/16” combination wrench
o *½”, 9/16”, ¾” deep sockets with ratchet handle
o * llen wrench set
o *Bubble type level
o *12” djustable wrench with 1-1/8” capacity
o #2 Phillips screw driver
o Flat blade screw driver
o Two plumb bobs with string
o Tape measure
o Hand drill
o ¾” and 1” Forstner or Spade Bit
o Masking tape
o Pencil
o nchor installation varies with floor type. See anchor installation instruction
packaged with Floor nchor, item 19, for additional tools.
*These suggested tools can be stored in the toolbox on the portable unit for routine
maintenance/adjustment or emergency goal or board change.
1. Unpack all parts and check for damage or missing items. Item numbers noted
throughout these instructions refer to the parts listed in the parts check list on page 5 and
pictured on page 6.
2. DO NOT remove Shipping Brace and/or Safety Pin until
all added equipment has been installed on the boom.
The unit’s spring assist has been adjusted at the factory to lift
a specific weight which includes the boom, board, goal,
padding, and any shot clock or signage that was specified at
the time of the order. The boom is shipped with a shipping
brace to lock it into position until the board, goal, and
any added equipment have been field installed. Releasing the shipping brace and
safety pin prematurely may cause the boom to lift uncontrollably, causing serious
personal injury and/or damage to the unit. The charts below will show the correct
springs and ballast to be used to counterbalance added boom equipment weight.
9716 SPRI G CHART 9718 SPRI G CHART
CLOCK/BRKT
WEIGHT (LBS)
556566277
QTY LARGE
556566278
QTY SMALL BALLAST (lbs)
CLOCK/BRKT
WEIGHT (LBS)
556566277
QTY LARGE
556566278
QTY SMALL BALLAST (lbs)
0 4 3 980 0 5 0 1480
35 5 0 980 35 5 1 1480
70 5 1 980 70 5 2 1480
105 5 2 980 105 5 3 1480
140 5 3 980 140 6 0 1480
175 6 0 1450 175 6 1 1480
210 6 1 1450 210 6 2 1480
245 6 2 1450 245 6 3 1480
280 6 3 1450 280 7 0 1920
315 7 0 1450 315 7 1 1920
350 7 1 1450 350 7 2 1920
385 7 2 1450 385 7 2 1920

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BOARD AND GOAL ASSY
IMPORT NT NOTE:
Before proceeding to the next step, make sure at
least three individuals are available to assist with
the mounting of the backboard to the unit. A
minimum of two, preferably three, individuals is
required for safe assembly of the backboard to the
unit.
1. Position the Quick Change Backboard
Bracket, item 14, to the back of the
board and install a 3/8-16 x 1” bolt with
flat washer and lock washer in the lower
two holes of the mounting plate and into
the two tapped insert holes of the LXP
backboard, item 15, as shown in figure
2. Tighten these bolts securely to 15-20
ftlb [20-27 Nm].
2. Using the hardware supplied with the goal, insert the two carriage bolts through the top
goal mounting holes on the backboard and loosely install the nuts and washers on the
back side of the board as shown in figure2. Slide the goal over the carriage bolt heads
and over the studs on the front of the board. Install the flat washer, lock washer and nuts
on the studs and tighten to 9-11 ftlb [12-15 Nm]. Tighten the two top carriage bolts
securely to 15-20 ftlb [20-27 Nm].
3. ttach the backboard brace brackets, item 13, to the top
corners of the backboard as shown in figure 3. Use the
3/8-16 x 1” carriage bolts with lock washer and nuts for
this assembly.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3

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4. Position the backboard and goal assembly with the slots
of the Quick Change bracket onto the Quick Change
Bracket Pins on the main boom as shown in figure 4,5,
and 6. Slide the board assembly completely onto the
pins and insert the Quick Change Locking Rod, item 8,
through the slots and holes in the board and boom
brackets. Secure the locking rod with the Hitch Pins,
item 7.
5. ttach the Backboard Brace yoke, item 12, to the
brackets installed in step 7 using the 3/8” Clevis Pins,
item 9, and Hitch Pins, item 10, as shown in figure 7.
6. Position the Board Brace Clamp, item 11, over the
Board Brace yoke, item 12, and attachment plate on
the boom as shown in figure 8. Secure the Clamp
with (2) 3/8-16 x 2 ½” carriage bolts, lock washers
and nuts.
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 6

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7. With board and goal mounted, confirm that the Locking Pin
on the Slide Latch Bar is in place as shown in figure 13.
Then, remove the (4) ½-13 Hex Bolts to disassemble the
Shipping Brace from the main boom and front upright. Store
the Brace and Hardware in a location for future use when
replacing backboards or transporting the unit.
h
8. The unit’s spring assist has been adjusted at the factory to lift a specific weight which
includes the boom, board, goal, padding, and any shot clock or signage that was specified
at the time of the order. ttached these items if possible before proceeding to lift the unit
into position. Should they not be available, an object of similar weight can be attached to
the boom to make lifting more controllable.
9. The first time the unit is lifted, have at least two
strong people to assist in the lift until the
correct spring pressure can be confirmed.
Figure 9

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LOCATING AND ADJUSTING UNIT
1. Using masking tape and pencil, Mark the location of the center of the court 4’-0” [1219
mm] from the inside edge of the court baseline (refer to figure 10). From this center
mark, establish a mark 3’-0” [914 mm] to the left and another mark 3’-0” [914 mm] to
the right. These marks will be used to align the face of bank to the court.
2. Push the unit to the playing location on the court.
The unit should be centered on the centerline of the
court as shown in figure 11. From the inside edge
of the court baseline to the front of the frame’s
Leveling Brackets, figure 12, should be about 4’-4
7/16” [1.332 m] for the model 9716 and 7’-0 7/16”
[2.145 m] for the model 9718.
3. Remove the Security Pin from the Sliding Latch Bar, (figure 13) and raise the boom to
the 10’ -0” playing position. Insert the safety pin into the Sliding Latch Bar behind the
Front Upright (figure 14).
Figure 10
Figure 12
Figure 13 (storage position) Figure 14 (play position)
Figure 11

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4. To level the backboard in the vertical plane, first loosen
the two carriage bolts, item 2, at the Board Brace
Clamp, item #15, on top of the boom as shown in figure
12. Using a ¾” wrench, loosen the ½” Jam Nut and
adjust the ½” Leveling Screw in the board mounting
bracket as shown in figure 16 &17 until the backboard
is plumb. Tighten the locking nuts on the leveling bolt.
Tighten the two carriage bolts at the Brace Clamp, item
#11.
IMPORT NT NOTE:
-Failure to loosen board Brace Clamp, item 11, prior to
leveling board may cause board glass to break during
vertical level adjustment.
-Failure to adjust ½” Leveling Screw to support (touch) the
back of the Board Bracket may cause board glass to break
during heavy play.
5. To level the backboard in the horizontal plane,
loosen the four ½” bolts and the one ¾” bolt in
the center of the Quick-Change Bracket attached
to the boom. Refer to figure 17. Level the board
horizontally using the Set Screws on top of the
Boom Bracket and tighten all bolts securely.
Fig. 11
6. Check the 10’-0” goal height at the top
surface of the goal ring nearest the board.
If adjustment is required, loosen the
turnbuckle Jam Nuts and adjust the
Leveling Turnbuckles, as shown in figure
18, to obtain 10’-0” measurement, making
sure each Turnbuckle is raised or lowered
evenly so that unit frame is level side to
side. djustment is easier when unit is in
the lowered position. Tighten the Jam
Nut when Goal adjustment is completed.
Figure 15
Figure 16
Figure 17
Figure 18

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7. ttach plumb bobs to the front corners of the backboard. Plumb bobs should hang down
from the corners to where they are almost touching the floor.
8. Check plumb bobs with marks that were located in step 1. If the plumb bobs do not line
up exactly with the marks on the floor, adjust the location of the unit accordingly.
9. Once the unit is relocated and the plumb bobs are exactly on the marks located in step 1,
recheck all dimensions to make sure the 10’-0” playing height is correct and the face of
the backboard is 4’-0” in front of the court baseline.
10. Lower the Locator Pins to the “play position” touching
the floor. Mark the pin centers on the floor as shown in
figure 19.
11. Install the rear Tie Down Bolt, item 20, into the anchor
hole on the back of the unit frame. Mark the center of the
nchor on the floor as shown in figure 20.
12. Lift the Locating Pins, remove the safety pin from the
locking bar and lower the unit to the full down position and reinsert Safety Pin in the
Locking Bar.
13. Push the unit away from the playing location on the floor to make room for drilling the
floor for the Floor Bushings and rear Floor nchor.
14. Refer the installation instructions for the rear Floor nchor found in the package of the
Floor nchor (item 19) and install the insert into the floor. This insert is to be installed at
the rear anchor location marked on the floor in step 11.
Figure 19
Figure 20

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15. Using a 1” Fornster or spade bit, drill a 1/8”
deep counter-bore at the (2) Locator Pin
locations marked on the floor in step 10.
Using a ¾” Fornster or spade bit, drill
through the rest of the floor (minimum of 1”
deep) at the center of each of the counter-
bores. See section view of finished hole in
figure 21.
16. Insert the brass Locating Bushings, item 18, into
the holes drilled in step 15. The top of Floor
Bushing must be flush with floor surface.
17. Move the unit back into the playing position.
Insert the Locator Pins into the floor inserts.
18. Install the rear anchor Tie Down Bolt, item 20, on
the rear of the unit and secure the anchor bolt to
the Floor nchor insert, item 19.
19. ttach the backboard padding to the backboard
using the instructions that are shipped with the
board padding.
20. Raise the unit to the playing position and insert
the safety pin into the sliding locking bar.
IMPOR NT NOTE:
Mark each unit to identify it for the specific location on the court as first located and
leveled. Floor levelness and manufacturing tolerance may not allow for it to have correct
position, goal height, or board levelness at other court locations.
Figure 21
Figure 22

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PAD INSTALLATION
1. Install (2) Pad Hinge Brackets, item 40.7, to each side of
the Front Lower Pad, item 40.2, using ¼-20 Machine
Screw and Flat Washer as shown in figure 23, detail F.
The ¼” Screws will engage the threaded holes in the back
of the Pad. djust Screw in slot to be centered before
tightening. dditional adjustment may be required to
match the height of Side Pads in step 4.
2. Install the (4) Pad Clips, item 40.6, to the Side Pads, item
40.4 and 40.5 as shown in figure 23. detail E. The ¼”
Screws will engage the threaded holes in the back of the
Pad.
3. ttach the Front Lower Pad, item 40.2, to the anchor on
the Front Upright, bolting the Pad Hinge Bracket, item
40.7, using 5/16-18 Hex Bolt and Locknut as shown in
figure 24. Locknut should snugged, but be loose enough to
allow brackets to pivot freely.
Figure 23
Figure 24

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4. Install the Side Pads, item 40.4 and
40.5, by positioning its Pad Clips
above the side frame rails and
pushing the pad down. Pad Clip,
item 40.6, will hook over both the
top and bottom frame rails as
shown in figure 25. The Pad Clip
should bear on the top of each
frame rail. The top of the Front
Lower Pad, item 40.2, and the Side
Pads should be even. djust the
Front Pad vertically as required
5. Install the Upright Pad, item 40.3,
to the center post of the Front
Upright using the hook and loop
straps as shown in figure 25. The
Upright Pad should touch the
Lower Front Pad.
6. Install the Boom Pad, item 40.1, to the lower
side of the Boom Weldment, using the hook
and loop straps. The Boom Pad should be
pushed tight to the Board Brackets as shown
in figure 26.
NOTE:
Factory uthorized installers should reference Troubleshooting Manual, 551756323-TS, for
additional troubleshooting and adjusting information.
Figure 26
Figure 25

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Operation
1. Before operating the unit, read all
caution, warning, and information
labels.
2. Position the unit on the floor.
a. Position the unit on the court so
that the Locator Pins are directly
over the Floor Bushings insert.
b. The rear wheels on the unit can
be unlock to allow them to
swivel, making positioning the
rear of the unit easier. Pull the
Caster Swivel Lock Pin out and
rotate 90°, then push the rear of
the unit to the side as required.
c. The rear Tiedown bolt is stored
in the Tool Box. Install the rear
Tie Down Bolt through the
keyhole slot in the bracket at the
rear of the frame. Screw it into
the Floor nchor insert.
3. To raise the unit from the stored position;
a. Remove the Security Pin from the
Latching Bar tube.
b. (Spring models only) Using the Lifting
Handles on the Rear Upright, lift the
upright and rotate to the full up position
for a 10’-0” goal height. The unit can
also be pinned at 8”-0” or 9’-0” goal
height.
c. Install the Safety Pin into the slide tube
Latching Bar as shown in figure 29.
Figure 27
Figure 28
Figure 29

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4. Install the Locking Turnbuckle by pinning it to the Rear
Upright. Lightly tighten the turnbuckle to remove any
movement in the Uprights.
5. Check that the Front Leveling pad is on the floor and the Front
Casters wheels clear the floor as shown in figure 31. Unit is
ready to play.
6. To lower the unit from the playing position;
a. Remove the Turnbuckle pin, loosen Locking Turnbuckle and
swing it vertically down to the stored position and insert Pin as
shown in figure 33.
b. Remove the Safety Pin from the slide tube Latching Bar.
c. (Spring models only) Using the handles on Rear Upright, pull
the upright back and rotate it to the full down position,
controlling the unit’s rate of lowering until it rests on the
Ballast Box Cover.
d. Install the Safety Pin into the slide tube Latching Bar hole.
IMPORT NT NOTE:
Care should be taken to assist the unit as it lower to prevent it
from falling uncontrolled. Failure to control the lowering could
result in equipment damage or personnel injury.
Figure 30
Figure 31
Figure 32

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7. If the unit is to be moved to storage,
a. Lift the Locating Pins and hook in the stored
position as shown in figure 33.
b. Release the rear Tie Down Bolt. The Tie Down
Bolt should be removed from the frame and stored
in the Tool Box on the left-hand side of the unit,
shown in figure 25 and 31.
c. If the rear Caster Swivel were unlocked, push unit
forward enough to approximately align the casters
with the frame, then pull the pin out by the ring and
turn 90°. See figure 34. Caster locks will engage
when rolled forward and casters are fully aligned.
d. Roll the unit to the storage facility. Moving the unit
will require 1-2 persons pushing from the rear and a
person steering the front of the unit by the goal.
8. If the Board and Goal will be removed to
transport, be sure to first install the
Shipping Brace, item 30, using ½”
hardware, item 31, 32, and 33 as shown in
figure 35.
Figure 33
Figure 35
Figure 34