Huffy 211696 User manual

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© COPYRIGHT 2000 by HUFFY SPORTS
Toll-Free Customer Service Number for U.S: 1-800-558-5234,
For Canada: 1-800-284-8339,
For Europe: 00 800 555 85234 (Sweden: 009 555 85234),
For Australia: 1-800-333 061
Internet Address: http://www.huffysports.com
Portable System
Owners Manual
Customer Service Center
• N53 W24700 South Corporate Circle • Sussex, WI 53089 • U.S.A.
Read and understand
operator's manual before
using this unit.
Failure to follow operating
instructions could result
in injury or damage to
property.
REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS:
• Two People
• Tape Measure
• Wrenches: (Two of Each) 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, 3/4” or Large
and Small Adjustable Wrenches
• Sawhorse or Support Table
• Garden Hose or Sand (300 lb.) (136 kg)
• Hammer
• Tape
• Phillips Screwdriver
• 1/2” & 9/16” Extended Deep Socket w/ Extension
Recommended

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BEFORE YOU START!
To ensure optimal playability of backboard system, a close tolerance fit between the elevator
components and hardware is required. Test-fit large bolts into large holes of elevator tubes,
backboard brackets, and triangle plates. Carefully rock them in a circular motion to ream out
any excess paint from holes if necessary.
AVANT DE COMMENCER !
Pour garantir l'utilisation optimale du panneau, les composants du système élévateur et la visserie doivent être bien
ajustés (serrés). À titre d'essai, insérez les gros boulons dans les gros trous des tubes du système élévateur, des supports
du panneau et des plaques triangulaires. Basculez-les avec précaution en imprimant un mouvement circulaire pour
éliminer l'excédent de peinture, si nécessaire.
¡ANTES DE COMENZAR!
Para asegurar el óptimo rendimiento del sistema del respaldo en el juego, se requiere un ajuste de tolerancia estrecha
entre los componentes del elevador y el herraje. Pruebe el ajuste de los pernos grandes en los orificios grandes de los
tubos elevadores, soportes del respaldo y placas triangulares. Cuidadosamente muévalos en círculos para eliminar
cualquier exceso de pintura, si es necesario.
VORBEREITENDE MASSNAHMEN
Um sicherzustellen, dass das Korbwandsystem optimal für den Spielbetrieb geeignet ist, müssen die Komponenten der
Verlängerungsvorrichtung und die verschiedenen Befestigungsteile fest miteinander verschraubt werden. Große Schrauben
zur Probe in die großen Löcher der Verlängerungsrohre, Korbwandklammern und Dreiecksplatte stecken und diese
vorsichtig in einer Kreisbewegung hin- und herbewegen, um eventuelle Farbrückstände aus den Bohrungen zu entfernen.

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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 system.
• DO NOT HANG on the rim or any part of the system
including backboard, support braces or net.
• During play, especially when performing dunk type
activities, keep player's face away from the backboard, rim
and net. Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in
contact with backboard, rim or net.
• Do not slide, climb, shake or play on base and/or pole.
• After assembly is complete, fill system completely with
water or sand and stake to the ground. Never leave system
in an upright position without filling base with weight, as
system may tip over causing injuries.
• When adjusting height or moving system, keep hands and
fingers away from moving parts.
• Do not allow children to move or adjust system.
• During play, do not wear jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces,
etc.). Objects may entangle in net.
• Surface beneath the base must be smooth and free of
gravel or other sharp objects. Punctures cause leakage and
could cause system to tip over.
• Keep organic material away from pole base. Grass, litter,
etc. could cause corrosion and/or deterioration.
• Check pole system for signs of corrosion (rust, pitting,
chipping) and repaint with exterior enamel paint. If rust has
penetrated through the steel anywhere, replace pole
immediately.
• Check system before each use for proper ballast, loose
hardware, excessive wear and signs corrosion and repair
before use.
•Check system before each use for instability.
• Do not use system during windy and/or severe weather
conditions; system may tip over. Place system in the
storage position and/or in an area protected from the wind
and free from personal property and/or overhead wires.
• Never play on damaged equipment.
• See instruction manual for proper installation and
maintenance.
• When moving system, use caution to keep mechanism from
shifting.
• Keep pole top covered with cap at all times.
• Do not allow water in tank to freeze. During sub-freezing
weather add non-toxic antifreeze, sand or empty tank
completely and store. (Do not use salt.)
• Use extreme caution if placing system on sloped surface.
System may tip over more easily.
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In the U.S.:1-800-558-5234 and Canada: 1-800-284-8339

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
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 all 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 are 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.
Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions.
Use caution when using this system.
• If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.
• Two (2) people are recommended for this operation.
• Check base regularly for leakage. Slow leaks could cause system to tip over unexpectedly.
• Seat the pole sections properly (if applicable). Failure to do so could allow the pole sections to
separate during play and/or transport of the system.
• Climate, corrosion, or misuse could result in system failure.
• Minimum operational height is 7'6" (2.3 m) to the bottom of backboard.
• This equipment is intended for home recreational use only and NOT excessive competitive play.
• Read and understand the warning label affixed to pole. Label is shown on page 3.
• The life of your basketball pole depends on many conditions. The climate, placement of the pole, the
location of the pole, exposure to corrosives such as pesticides, herbicides or salts are all important
factors.
• If technical assistance is required contact Huffy Sports.
• Adult supervision is recommended when adjusting height.
LEVER 1
2
BROOM
HANDLE
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2
4
3
MOVING SYSTEM
1. Adjust basketball backboard
height to lowest position.
2. While holding pole, rotate
basketball system forward
until wheels engage with
ground.
3. Move basketball system to
desired location.
4. Carefully rotate basketball
system upright.
5. Reattach ground restraint and
check system for stability.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
TO ADJUST BACKBOARD:
1. TO RAISE BACKBOARD:
Slowly push up on the rim broom
handle or wooden dowel,
3/4”- 7/8” (19mm - 22mm) diameter
as shown to engage locking
mechanism at desired height.
2. TO LOWER BACKBOARD:
Push lever up to unlock and
carefully lower backboard to lowest
position.
with
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For more information on assembly, placement, proper
use, and maintenance, visit The American Basketball
Council website at http://www.smarthoops.com.
IMPORTANT!
Remove all contents from boxes.
Be sure to check inside pole sections;
hardware and additional parts are packed inside.
NOTICE TO ASSEMBLERS
ALL Huffy Sports Basketball Systems, including those used for DISPLAYS, MUST be assembled
and ballasted with sand or water according to the instructions. Failure to follow instructions
could result in SERIOUS INJURY. It is NOT acceptable to devise a makeshift weight system.
WARRANTY CARD:
Please remember to complete your product
registration form either on-line at:
www.huffysports.com or mail-in the
enclosed postcard.

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Get to know the basic parts of your basketball system.....
STRUT
BACKBOARD
FRONT
RIM
WHEEL
CARRIAGE
ASSEMBLY
BASE
POLE

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PARTS LIST - (See Hardware Identifier)
ItemQty.Part No. Description
1 1 206657 Tank, (Black)
2 1 200628 Wheel Axle
3 2 226401 Wheel, 4“ (Black)
4 1 918070 Top Pole Section (Straight Piece)
5 1 918071 Upper S-Pole Section
6 1 918072 Middle S-Pole Section
7 1 918073 Bottom S-Pole Section
8 1 202820 Rod, 3/8 O.D. x 4-3/4 Long
9 1 202822 Eyebolt, 3/8-16 x 2-1/2 Long
10 1 200627 Wheel Bracket
11 4 201651 Spacer .500 I.D. x .25 Long
12 3 203063 Nylon Insert Lock Nut, 3/8-16
13 1 203124 Stake, Tie Down
14 10 202201 Washer, Curved, 1/2" I.D.
15 2 918074 Tank Strut
16 6 202199 Nut, Sleeve, Allen Head, 5/16-18
17 6 202197 Bolt, Allen Head, 5/16-18 x 3" Long
18 6 205528 Bolt, Hex Flange, 5/16-18 x 1 Long
19 6* 203218 Washer, Flat, 3/8 I.D.
20 8* 203100 Nut, Hex Flange, 5/16-18
21 2 202294 Allen Wrench 1/4"
22 2 200874 Spacer, .402 I.D. x .5 O.D. x 1.5" Long
23 3 203220 Nylon Insert Lock Nut, 5/16-18
24 3 206360 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2.65 Long
25 2 900964 Backboard Bracket
26 1 201129 Spacer .402 I.D. x .500 O.D. x 1.75 Large
27 1 201160 Pawl Lever
28 4 908002 Elevator Tubes
29 4 201642 Spacer .530 I.D. x.5 O.D. x .63 Long
30 5 206304 Bolt 1/2-13 x 6-5/16 Long
31 1 201159 Ratchet
32 5 206340 Nut 1/2-13
33 1 206305 Clevis Pin 1/4 x 2-9/32 Large
34 2 206303 Washer 1/4 Flat
35 1 201125 Return Ratchet Spring
36 1 203796 T-Bolt, 3/8-16 x 5” Large
37 1 900033 Bracket Slam Jam
38 1 206219 Cap, Pole Top 3”
39 1 Rim
40 1 200318 Bracket, Reinforcement, Slam Jam
41 1 203472 Spring, Black, Slam Jam
42 1 203470 Washer Flat, Slam Jam
43 1 203795 Nut, Special, Slam Jam
44 12 201219 Clip, Net Holder
45 1 Net
46 1 201257 Label, Height Adjustment and Moving
47 2 203617 Plug Cap
48 1 201568 Anchor, T-Strap
NOTE: Hardware kit is designed for more than one style of basketball system.
Not all hardware will be used.
* YOU MAY HAVE EXTRA PARTS WITH THIS MODEL.

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HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (BOLTS)
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (NUTS & SPRINGS)
* You may have extra parts with this model.
Item #9 (1)
Item #23 (3)
Item #18 (6)
Item #20 (8)*
Item #12 (3)
Item #41 (1)
Item #24 (3)
Item #32 (5)
Item #30 (5)
Item #16 (6)
Item #43 (1)
Item #36 (1)
Item #17 (6)

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Item #19 (6)*
Item #34 (2)
Item #29 (4)
Item #42 (1)
Item #26 (1)
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (WASHERS)
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (STEEL SPACERS & RODS)
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (PLASTIC SPACERS & CLIPS)
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (OTHER)
Item #14 (10)
Item #8 (1)
Item #40 (1)
Item #37 (1)
Item #21 (2)
Item #33 (1)
Item #11 (4)
Item #44 (12)
Item #22 (2)

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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR THIS SECTION HARDWARE USED IN THIS SECTION
(not actual size)
SECTION A: ASSEMBLE THE BASE
9/16” and 1/2”
9/16” and 1/2”
AND/OR
This is what your system will look like
when you’ve finished this section:
Item #9
Item #19
Item #18
Item #20
Item #12
Item #14
Item #16
Item #8
Item #11
Item #17
Item #21 (2)

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1. Remove contents from tank.
1
2.
7
5
TOP
BOTTOM
MIDDLE
6
4
UPPER
Correctly identify each pole section as labeled.

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7
8
9
4.
2
11
11
3
310
Install wheel axle (2) through wheel carriage (10). Install wheels (3) onto wheel axle
(2) with spacers (11) as shown. Insert pole assembly into tank assembly as shown.
Secure bottom pole (7) to tank and wheel bracket as shown, a deep socket is
recommended. IMPORTANT! DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
TWO PEOPLE
REQUIRED FOR THIS
PROCEDURE. FAILURE
TO FOLLOW THIS
WARNING COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY AND/OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
WARNING!
3.
9
8
7
Install rod (8) through holes in bottom pole section
(7) and eyebolt (9).
THE SPACER (11) WILL
FIT LOOSELY UNTIL
SECURED INTO THE
CAVITY OF THE BASE
IMPORTANT!:

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5. Attach middle section of pole (6) onto bottom section of
pole (7). Align holes in middle pole (6) with hole pattern
on bottom pole (7).
6. Secure struts (15) to poles by using bolt (17) &
sleeve nut (16) with supplied allen wrench (21) as
shown.
6
7
16
15
Item #21 (2)

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7. Secure poles by attaching bolt (17), washers (14), and sleeve nuts (16) as
shown.
7
6
16
17
14
14

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15
8. Rotate the non-secured ends of base struts (15) as shown.
Secure base struts (15) to base using bolts (18), washers (19), and
nuts (20).
18
19
20
18
20
19
19

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9. Support pole on sawhorse. Attach upper section of pole (5) to middle section of pole
(6) using bolts (17), washers (14), and nuts (16) as shown.
17
6
5
17
14
16
14
16
14
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10. While still supported on sawhorse attach top section of pole (4) to upper section
of pole (5) using bolts (17), washers (14), and nuts (16) as shown.
6
14
14
16
17
17
14
4
5
16
14

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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR THIS
SECTION
HARDWARE USED IN THIS SECTION
(not actual size)
SECTION B: ATTACH THE BACKBOARD
3/4", 9/16” and 1/2”
3/4", 9/16” and 1/2”
AND/OR
This is what your system will look like
when you’ve finished this section:
Item #23
Item #18
Item #20 Item #34
Item #24
Item #32
Item #29
Item #26
Item #30
Item #33
Item #11
Item #36
Item #22
Item #42
Item #40
Item #37
Item #43
Item #41

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Assemble backboard brackets (25) using spacers (22), bolts (24), and nuts (23) as
shown.
1.
22
22
24
24
23
23
25

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2.
23
24
27
26
30
28
31
30
28
29
29
11
11
27
32
32
25
3.
Fit spacer (26) into pawl (27). Continue
to assemble as shown.
IMPORTANT! Test-fit bolts into holes of backboard brackets (25) and carefully rock
them in a circular motion to ream out paint from holes if necessary. Attach lower
elevator tubes (28) to backboard brackets (25) using spacers (29 & 11), bolts (30)
spacers (11) ratchet (31), and nuts (32) as shown.