Hoops Pro Dunk® Arena Ultimate
Assembly Instructions
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Mount safety padding to the front and sides of the unit using the velcro strap connectors. The sewn rectangular pad fits
over the top of the ballast box like a lid. You may want to raise the unit for this step. Also, if you purchased backboard
safety padding attach it at this time. (Backboard padding requires drilling)
The assembly of your Storm Portable Basketball System is complete! Keep this set of instructions for future
reference. Before playing on the Storm, be sure you've read and fully understand all the directions for using this
portable basketball goal listed under "Operating Your Storm Portable Basketball System" on the last page of
these instructions.
Operating Your Storm Portable Basketball System
Adjusting the Goal Height: To adjust the goal height first loosen the adjustment rod tensioning knob, remove the
adjustment pin, take hold of the adjustment handle located on the second upright and simply raise or lower the unit as
needed. For your convenience, the black strap is provided when lowering the unit. The telescopic adjustment rod is
calibrated for adjustment every six inches. Once you have reached the desired playing height replace the adjustment pin
in the telescopic adjustment rod lining up the hole in the outer tube with the appropriate hole in the inner tube. The hole
drilled at the end of the adjustment pin is provided so that you may padlock the unit to prevent unauthorized adjustment.
Finally, tighten the adjustment rod tensioning knob once again before use.
Adjusting the Extension/Overhang: Your Storm portable basketball goal is designed with the ability to regulate the
amount of overhang (distance from front of base to face of backboard) at different playing heights. You will notice that as
you adjust the unit downward the overhang decreases. Conversely, as the unit is adjusted upward the overhang
increases. Basketball rules state the distance between the baseline and the face of the backboard shall be 4 feet.
Because of the diminishing overhang during downward adjustment this 48" overhang can be achieved only by telescoping
the extension boom. To telescope the extension boom first lower rim to desire playing height to determine the exact
amount of additional overhang needed to achieve 48". Next lower rim to its lowest possible point. Using a ¾" wrench
loosen the 4" U-bolt hardware, etc. where backboard braces are attached to boom. Also loosen the boom tensioning knob
located on top of the extension boom just behind the backboard. Tug on rim to extend the boom the necessary amount.
Tighten all hardware and boom tensioning knob. Raise goal to playing position.
Positioning the Unit:
Located at the front of the base are two rolling swivel castors. These castors are designed to be locked when the unit is in
playing position. The castors are designed to be locked in two steps. The swivel lock keeps the wheel running in one
direction, when the swivel lock is activated turning the unit is not possible. To activate the swivel lock, simply twist the
ring-pin 90 degrees and allow it to snap into position (pull and twist to de-activate). The ring-pin is located on the backside
of both front castors.
The roll lock keeps the wheel from turning. When the roll lock is activated moving the unit is not possible. To engage the
roll lock, use the leverage tool packaged in the bolt kit. The tool attaches to the roll lock tab located at the side of both
front wheels, use it to give yourself the necessary leverage to work the lock manually. The end with the sharper angle is
used to activate the unit's left wheel. The other end of the tool operates the right wheel. A leverage tool storage slot is
located on the inside front of the base. Just slip one end of the tool inside the slot to store it when not in use.
To position the unit, lower the rim down to the lowest possible height. Disengage the wheel locking devices (swivel & roll
locks). As shown in Figure C, move unit by holding onto rim and pulling it into position at point 1 relative to the baseline,
sideline or other desired playing location. Make sure unit is roughly perpendicular to its final playing position. Next, push
unit straight backward until it is at the desired playing position (point 2). Engage both roll locks and swivel locks at this
time. (When engaging the roll locks don't forget to use the leverage tool, it will make setting the locks much easier)
WARNING! Never play on unit with swivel or roll locks disengaged! Always check to make sure wheels are fully
locked before each use. Playing on this system with wheels unlocked may result in serious injury.
