HYDRA-RIB In-Ground Basketball System User manual

110/05 P/N 21144607
In-GroundBasketballSystem
OwnersManual
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.
WARNING!
A Huffy Sports Company
Toll-Free Customer Service Number for U.S: 1-800-558-5234 Canada Only: 1-800-284-8339
Internet Address: http://www.hydra-rib.com
REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS:
• 3 People
• Carpenter’s Level
• 15’ Tape Measure
• Shovel & Post Hole
Digger
• Wood Board (scrap)
• Masking Tape
• Marker
• (2) Stepladders 8 ft. (2.4 m)
• Safety Goggles
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• Container to Mix
• Drill
• (2 each) Wrenches and/or Socket Wrenches and
Sockets (Deep-Well Sockets are Recommended).
1/2"3/8" 9/16" 3/4" 15/16"
• Optional: Large &
Small Adjustable
Wrenches
1/2"3/8" 9/16" 3/4" 15/16"
Write Model Number
From Box Here:

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IMPORTANT! WRITE MODEL NUMBER FROM BOX ONTO PAGE 1 OF THIS OWNERS MANUAL
WARNING
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FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Owner must ensure that all players know and follow
these rules for safe operation of the system.
• See  instruction manual for proper installation.
• DO  NOTHANG  on the rim or any part of the system
including backboard,suppor t braces or net.
• During  play,especiall y when performing dunk type 
activities,keep  player's face away from the backboard,rim
and net.Serious  injury could occur if teeth/face come in
contact with backboard,rim  or net.
• Do  not slide,c limb,shake  or play on pole.
• When  adjusting height,keep  hands and fingers away from
moving parts.
• Do  not allow children to move or adjust system.
• During  play,do  not wear jewelry (rings,watc hes,
necklaces,etc.);objects  may entangle in net.
• K eep organic material away from pole base.Grass,litter ,
etc.could  cause corrosion and or deterioration.
• Chec k pole system for signs of corrosion (rust,pitting,
chipping) and repaint with with exterior enamel paint.If
rust has penetrated through the steel anywhere,replace
the pole immediately.
• Chec k system before each use for proper ballast,loose 
hardware,e xcessive wear and signs corrosion and repair
before using.
• Chec k system before each use for instability.
• Ne ver play on damaged equipment.
• K eep pole top covered with cap at all times.
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CRANK : ADJUSTMENT
HYDRA-RIB IN-GROUND
200685
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
• Three (3) people are reccomended for this operation.
• Seat the pole sections properly. Failure to do so could allow the pole sections to
separate during play.
• Before digging, contact utility company to locate underground power cables, gas,
and water lines. Ensure there are no overhead power lines within 20 ft. (7 m) radius
of pole location.
• Climate, corrosion, excessive use, or misuse could result in system failure.
•If technical assistance is required, contact Huffy Sports.
• Minimum operational height is 6'6" (1.98 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 2.
• 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.
• Adult supervision is recommended when adjusting height.
•Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in contact with backboard, net, or rim.
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. 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. Check entire box and inside all packing
material for parts and/or additional instructional material. Before beginning
assembly, read the instructions and identify parts using the hardware identifier
and parts list in this document.
For more information on assembly, placement, proper use and maintenance,
visit The American Basketball Council website at http://www.smarthoops.com.

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HR83002.EPS
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HR83002.EPS
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24" (61 cm)
36" (91.4 cm)
XG02.EPS
Ensure ground is level with playing
surface, then dig pole hole.
GROUND
SURFACE
PLAYING
SURFACE
1.
Install threaded ends of J-bolts (1) through holes in
mounting plate (3) and secure as shown.
NOTE: Make sure J-bolts (1) are in the illustrated
position.
NOTE: Nuts on the top of plate are used for leveling
the pole after system is fully assembled.
2. 3
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1
3.
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CONTACT UTILITIES
BEFORE DIGGING.
Install nut (2) to J-bolt (1)
as shown. Repeat
procedure for other three
J-bolts (1).
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IMPORTANT!
Make sure nuts are 2”
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Fill hole with concrete. Tamp down concrete
to release air pockets and build drainage hill.
Insert J-bolts (1) from mounting plate (3) into
cement as shown. Move assembly around to
release any air pockets in cement, then rest
mounting plate on cement drainage hill. Apply
some pressure to level mounting plate on top of
drainage hill. Level mounting plate and square
with playing surface. Clean off any excess
cement on mounting plate at this time.
NOTE: Check leveling of mounting plate (3)
several times while concrete is curing.
4.
5.
IMPORTANT!
Front of mounting plate (3)
must be parallel with playing
surface.
DO NOT PROCEED TO STEP 6 UNTIL
CONCRETE HAS CURED FOR A
MINIMUM OF 72 HOURS. ALLOW
ADDITIONAL TIME FOR COLD, WET
OR HUMID WEATHER.
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PLAYING
SURFACE
Upright pole (5). Assemble lower pole flange onto
protruding J-bolts (1) as shown. The flange will
then rest on the nuts (2) from Step 2.
Install pole cap (6).
Secure pole (5) flange to mounting plate
(3) as shown. Tighten completely.
6.
7.
5
THREE PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED
FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT
FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
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PLAYING SURFACE
IMPORTANT!
Holes in pole must be parallel
with playing surface.
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6
IMPORTANT!
Note: Offset holes go
to back of system.
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5
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8. Insert caps (8) into end of each support arm (9 &
10) as shown. Tap firmly in position.
Apply logo label (11) to lower support arms (10)
as shown. Repeat for opposite side.
Beginning with upper support arms (9) secure
support arms to pole. Continue by securing lower
support arms (10) as shown.
9.
9
10
11
10
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10.
THREE PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED
FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT
FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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SHORT END
12
IMPORTANT!
Do not completely tighten.
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8
8
IMPORTANT!
MAKE SURE TOP SET
OF ELEVATOR ARMS
ARE RESTING ON THIS
LIMIT-STOP BEFORE
ATTACHING

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14 7
13
14
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THREE PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED
FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT
FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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IMPORTANT!
Do not over tighten.
Secure H-frame board assembly to support arms (9 & 10).
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IMPORTANT!
At this time, completely
tighten upper and lower
support arms.

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Position U-joint of crank jack (20) as shown.
Where tubes on crank jack join, hold steady
to keep both tubes from rotating. Rotate
handle clockwise on crank jack to the fully
extended position. Upright crank jack.
12. Secure jack brackets (17
& 18) to lower holes in
pole as shown.
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18
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13.
REAR VIEW
IMPORTANT!
HOLD HERE
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14. Install crank jack (20) U-joint to lower set
of support arms (10) as shown.
10
14
20
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14
21
12
10
THREE PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED
FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT
FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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Do not over tighten.

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15. Rotate jack handle clockwise to raise H-frame (13) to
approximately 7’ (2.1 m) from ground. Secure crank jack
(20) to jack brackets (17 &18) as shown.
NOTE: Some adjustment will be necessary to align the lower
crank jack bushing to jack brackets (17 & 18).
THREE PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED
FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT
FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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20
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Rim Assembly
Refer To Instructions
Included With Rim
Hardware For Rim
Assembly.
16.
TWO PERSON MINIMUM REQUIRED
FOR THIS PROCEDURE. NOT
FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATION
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
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Attach rim assembly and foam pad (22). For rim assembly see instructions included with rim.
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Apply height adjustment
label (26) to front of pole
as shown.
18.
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10 feet
(3.05 m)
REGULATION
RIM HEIGHT IS
10 FEET (3.05 m).
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17. Check leveling at this time. Pole should
be level in all directions. NOTE: If
adjustment is necessary, adjust system by
rotating the nuts (2) between mounting
plate (3) and pole flange. (Refered to in
Step 6.) After system is leveled,
completely tighten nuts (7) above pole
flange.

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19.
A. LOWER BACKBOARD UNTIL RIM IS 7 FEET OFF THE GROUND.
B. APPLY THIN WHITE STRIP TO BOTTOM EDGE OF OUTER CRANK TUBE AS SHOWN.
C. APPLY LARGE DECAL TO BACK OF POLE SO THAT 7 FOOT MARK ON LARGE DECAL IS LINED UP WITH THIN
WHITE STRIP.
Add height adjustment decal (24)
ADDING HEIGHT INDICATORS
B
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Rotate crank handle to raise and lower backboard.
NOTE: If height adjustment is difficult to operate, you may
have over tightened the areas indicated. Refer to Step 10
and Step 14.
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21.
Secure pole pad (25) as
shown.
20.
25
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M83013.EPS
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Height Adjustment
NOTE: Pole pad may
NOT be included in
this model.

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Item #16 (4)
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER
Item #4 (8)*
Item #19 (1)
Item #7 (10)*
Item #28 (8)
Item #14 (20)
Item #15 (2)
Item Qty. Part No. Description
1 4 200573 J-Bolt, 5/8”-11”
2 12 214057 Nut, Hex, Black Zinc, 5/8”-11”
3 1 920880 Mounting Plate
4 8* 214046 Washer, Flat, Black Zinc,
5/8” I.D. x 1.5” O.D.
5 1 982880 Pole
61 200544 Pole Cap, Square
7 10* 213637 Nylon Insert Lock Nut, Hex,
Black Zinc 1/2”-13
8 8 220589 Cap, Arm Support Insert
9 2 917880 Support Arm, 42” Long, (Upper)
10 2 927880 Support Arm, 52” Long, (Lower)
11 2 202666 Logo Label, 15” x 1 3/4”
12 3 214034 Bolt, Hex Flange, Black Zinc,
1/2”-13 x 10”
13 1 91173 H-Frame Board Assembly
14 20 213635 Washer, Flat, Black Zinc, 1/2”x 1” O.D.
Item Qty. Part No. Description
15 2 214050 Bolt, Hex, Black Zinc, 1/2”-13 x 7.25”
16 4 213627 Bolt, Hex Head, Black Zinc, 1/2”-13 x 4”
17 1 901656 Bracket, Jack Support (Left)
18 1 901658 Bracket, Jack Support (Right)
19 1 213630 Bolt, Hex, Black Zinc, 1/2”-13 x 5”
20 1 222880 Crank Jack
21 1 214045 Spacer, Black Zinc, .75” x 6”
22 1 203274 Foam Pad 5x 5
23 1 204282 Net
24 1 200787 Label, Height Indicator
25 1 206555 Pole Pad (May Not Be Included)
26 1 200685 Label, Height Adjustment
27 4 200655 Bolt Covers
28 8 203815 Washer, Nylon, 1.25 x .516 x .062 Thk.
* You May Have Extra Parts With This Model.
PARTS LIST