JUGS SMALL-BALL Z7750 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Instructions
JUGS SMALL-BALL
®
PITCHING MACHINE
Part No. Z7750
SAVE THIS MANUAL

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Table of Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Parts Inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Product Safety Signs and Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Assembly: Exploded View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Recommended Assembly Steps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Operation: Manual Feed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Operation: Automatic Feed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Baseball to Softball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Fielding Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
ATTENTION, Coaches and operators of this pitching machine:
This manual must be kept with the pitching machine at all times.
Each coach and/or operator must read and understand this
manual before using the JUGS SMALL-BALL
®
Pitching Machine. Call
1-800-547-6843 or 503-692-1635 for additional copies if needed.

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Introduction
Your new JUGS
®
pitching machine has been checked for quality and
craftsmanship. Its innovative design is backed by three decades of research,
development and manufacturing experience. It has many features designed
to make your practices more efficient and enjoyable. Safety, performance and
dependability have been given top priority in the design of all JUGS
®
pitching
machines, making them easy to operate and maintain. With proper care, your
JUGS
®
pitching machine will give you many years of enjoyable service.
At JUGS
®
, we are committed to providing our customers with safe,
dependable products. Your comments are always welcome and they help us
to continue to be the #1 producer of ball-throwing machines in the world. Call
or write to JUGS
®
, and let us know what you think.

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Parts Inventory
The following parts come standard with your JUGS SMALL-BALL
®
Pitching
Machine. If you have any questions regarding any of these parts, please call
JUGS, Inc., toll free: 1-800-547-6843.
(1) JUGS SMALL-BALL®Pitching Machine
(2) 1/2" Feed-Chute-Bracket Screws
(1) Machine-Mount Bracket
(1) Vertical-Adjustment Knob
(3) SMALL-BALL®Practice Balls
(1) Plexi Feed-Chute Extension
(1) Plexi Feed Chute
(2) Machine-Mount Knobs
(3) Baseball Leg Extensions
(1) Drill Book
(1) Feed-Chute Bracket
(2) 7/8" Plexi Feed-Chute Screws
(1) Base
(3) Short Softball Legs with Crutch Tips
To assemble the
JUGS SMALL-BALL®
Pitching Machine, you
will need a
Phillips screwdriver.

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Product Safety Signs & Labels
Safety-Alert Symbols
Safety-Alert Symbols indicate DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION. These
symbols may be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or
to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of electric
shock and personal injury.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, If not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Product Safety Signs and Labels
The purpose of product safety signs and labels is to draw your attention
to possible dangers. The safety symbols, signal words, and the explanations
with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety
warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions
or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident-prevention
measures.

Safety Signs & Labels
Carefully read all safety-sign decals affixed to machine before operating your
JUGS pitching machine. See examples below.
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▲
!WARNING
-CHOKING HAZARD- THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS SMALL
BALLS. NOT INTENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS.
▲
!DANGER
-SHOCK HAZARD- ALWAYS UNPLUG MACHINE
BEFORE CHANGING FUSES.
WARNING: Abuse of this equipment can cause
Feed-Chute Bracket, Plexi Feed Chute and Plexi
Feed-Chute Extension to weaken, crack, break,
rust, etc. BEFORE using machine, hand check
and examine these parts and REPLACE it if any
of these conditions exist.
IMPORTANT: If your machine is
missing any of these safety sign
decals or if the decals on your
machine have worn off or faded,
please call JUGS, Inc. at
1-800-547-6843 to receive a new
set of decals.
▲
!DANGER
-SHOCK HAZARD- THIS MACHINE SHALL BE USED
AND STORED IN DRY LOCATIONS ONLY.
▲
!WARNING
-PINCH POINT HAZARD- DO NOT PLACE HANDS OR
OTHER BODY PARTS INTO AREA NEAR MOVING TIRES.

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Rules For Safe Operation
!WARNING: JUGS pitching machines are intended for use by opera-
tors who are at least 18 years of age and who have been
instructed in their use.
!WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this machine until you have read
thoroughly—and understand completely—all instructions,
safety rules, machine labels, etc., contained in this
manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents involving
electric shock or serious personal injury. Save this Owners
Manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation
and for instructing others who may use this machine.
!WARNING: Do not connect your pitching machine to a power source
until you have assembled and adjusted the machine as
described in this manual and have read and understood all
precautions and operating instructions in the manual and
printed on the machine.
READ THIS MANUAL:
• Know Your Pitching Machine. Read the Owner’s Manual carefully. Learn
the machine’s capabilities, features and limitations as well as the specific
potential hazards related to this machine.
• Guard against electrical shock. Avoid body contact with grounded
surfaces—for example, radiators, pipes, fences, or other enclosures.
• Keep the operator’s area free of clutter. Pick up all loose balls around
the machine and keep ball supply in a pail, bucket or other suitable
container. Cluttered operating areas invite accidents.
• Do not allow children to operate the pitching machine. You must be
at least 18 years of age or older and instructed in the proper operation,
maintenance, care, and storage of this machine before operating it. Close
supervision is necessary when this machine is used near children.

• Use the right ball. Use only JUGS SMALL-BALL
®
. DO
NOT USE REAL BASEBALLS OR SOFTBALLS.
• Inspect extension cords periodically. Replace them
if damaged.
• Use the proper extension cord. Make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current your machine will draw. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. A
wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an extension
cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never yank the cord to disconnect it from a
receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Stay constantly
aware of the cord’s location, and keep it well away from the rotating tire.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into the
moving parts. Long hair should be tied up and tucked under hats and
helmets. Severe physical harm may result if loose clothing, jewelry or hair
is caught in the rotating tires.
• Always wear safety glasses and batting helmets while the wheels are
rotating. Debris on the tires can fly off and cause physical harm. Everyday
eyeglasses have only one-impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety
glasses.
• Never touch rotating tires. Do not put hands or fingers into the Plexi
Feed Chute. Hands and fingers should only go to the edge of the chute.
• Inspect the machine before every use. If damaged, have it repaired by
a qualified JUGS service technician.
• Inspect the tires before every use. Be sure tires are free of grit and
debris before turning on the machine.
• Do not use the machine if the ON/OFF switch does not work. In the
unlikely event that the switch becomes defective, have it replaced by a
qualified JUGS service technician.
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• Keep the machine clean, and free of grit and dirt. WIth the machine
unplugged, use only a clean damp cloth for cleaning. Never use brake
fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to clean the
machine.
• Tighten Vertical Adjustment Knob securely after adjusting trajec-
tory.
• Protect the operator. Place a pitcher's screen in front of the pitching
machine.
• Operate and store this pitching machine only in a clean, dry location.
Do not use outdoors if it is raining. If the machine becomes wet, do not use
it. A potential shock hazard exists if this machine is used while or after it
has become exposed to water. Hand-dry surface water from the machine
with a clean cloth and allow the machine to completely air-dry before its
next use.
• Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip
could cause your hand to move into the rotating tires. ALWAYS make sure
you have good footing and balance.
• Use only JUGS replacement parts when servicing. All repairs, whether
electrical or mechanical, should be made by a qualified JUGS service
technician.
• Do not operate this machine under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
any medication.
• Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are doing and use
common sense. Do not operate this machine when you are tired. Do not
rush.
• Avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to a power supply.
Always turn off the feeder and machine before disconnecting it from a
power source. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the
feeder off. Turn the power off. Do not leave the machine until the tires have
come to a complete stop.
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WARNING: Do not allow your familiarity with the machine to cause you
to become careless. Remember that a careless fraction of
a second is enough time to inflict severe injury to yourself
or others.
SAVE THIS MANUAL. Refer to it often and use it to instruct other users. Do
not loan your pitching machine to anyone who has not been instructed in its
use. If you do loan your machine, be sure this manual goes with it.
Electrical
Grounding Instructions
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for the electric current—to
reduce the risk of electrical shock. This product is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding plug. The plug must be connected to an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet, have the
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The
conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green—with or
without yellow stripes—is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or
replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the
equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not
completely understand the grounding instructions, or if you are in doubt as to
whether the pitching machine is properly grounded.
Extension Cords
Use only 3-wire 16 AWG (or larger) grounding-type extension cords
that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the
machine’s plug. When using the machine at a considerable distance from a
power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that

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GROUNDING PIN
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
OR GENERATOR OUTLET
Figure 1
the machine will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line
voltage, resulting in a loss of power and causing the motor to overheat. Only
round-jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) should be used.
When working with the machine outdoors, use an extension cord designed
for outside use. This is indicated by the letters WA on the cord's jacket. Before
using the extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn
insulation.
!WARNING: Keep the cord away from the rotating-tires area. Repair or
replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
Electrical Connection
Your JUGS pitching machine is powered by two motors. Do not operate
this machine on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a
loss of power, and the motor will overheat. If the machine does not operate
when plugged into an outlet, double check the power supply. Your pitching
machine will operate from a standard 110-voltage AC outlet.
This machine is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet like the one
shown in figure 1. It also has a grounding pin like the one shown.

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Terminology
Figure 2
SMALL-BALL
®
Pitching Machine Diagram
POWER CORD
BASEBALL
LEG EXTENSIONS
BASE
MACHINE-MOUNT BRACKET MACHINE-MOUNT KNOBS
VERTICAL-ADJUSTMENT KNOB
PLEXI FEED-CHUTE EXTENSION
PLEXI FEED CHUTE
FEED-CHUTE BRACKET
GRIP HANDLE
POWER ON/OFF SWITCH
FEEDER ON/OFF SWITCH
PITCH AND SPEED
CONTROL DIAL
TIRE
TIRE
AXLE-DONUT-FEEDER WHEEL
SHORT
SOFTBALL LEG
WITH
CRUTCH TIP
PLEXI FEED-CHUTE
EXTENSION CAN BE
USED TO PICK UP
SMALL BALLS.

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Unpacking
!WARNING: To prevent accidental starting, or electrical shock that could
cause possible serious injury, assemble all parts to your
machine before connecting it to the power supply. The
pitching machine should never be connected to a power
supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments,
cleaning, servicing, or when you are not using it.
• Make sure you have all the parts (see Parts Inventory, page 4). If any
parts are missing, do not operate the machine until the missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.
• Do not discard the packing materials until you have carefully inspected the
machine, identified all the parts, and satisfactorily operated the machine.
NOTE: If any parts are damaged or missing, call the JUGS
®
Service
Department at 1-800-547-6843 and ask for Don or Matt. Do not attempt
to plug in the power cord and turn on the switch until the damaged or
missing parts are obtained and are correctly installed.

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Assembly: Exploded View
BASEBALL
LEG EXTENSIONS
BASE
MACHINE-MOUNT BRACKET
MACHINE-MOUNT KNOBS
VERTICAL-ADJUSTMENT KNOB
PLEXI FEED-CHUTE EXTENSION
PLEXI FEED CHUTE
FEED-CHUTE BRACKET
1/2" SCREWS
SHORT
SOFTBALL LEG
WITH
CRUTCH TIP
7/8" SCREWS MACHINE
TOP VIEW
BACK
FRONT

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1. If setting up the machine for baseball use, connect
Baseball Leg Extensions to the Short Softball Legs,
by squeezing QUICK-SNAP®buttons and sliding the
pieces together. Be sure the QUICK-SNAP®buttons
spring back up securely inside the lock holes. (If setting
up for softball use, skip this step and move to step 2.)
2. Insert all three legs into Base using the QUICK-SNAP®
buttons. Be sure the QUICK-SNAP®buttons spring back
up securely inside the lock holes.
3. Standing behind the machine (2 legs in front, 1 leg in
back), attach the Machine-Mount Bracket to the Base
by threading the the Vertical-Adjustment Knob through
the right side and into the nut on the left side. With the
Base level, tighten the Vertical-Adjustment Knob.
4. Place the Machine on the Machine-Mount Bracket
with control panel facing rear leg. Thread the Machine-
Mount Knobs through the Machine-Mount Bracket
holes and tighten.
5. Attach the Plexi Feed Chute to the Machine using
two 7/8" screws. Tighten the screws with a Phillips
screwdriver.
6. Slide the Feed-Chute Bracket onto the Plexi Feed
Chute and align the bracket with the two holes on top of
the Machine. Insert and tighten both 1/2” Screws with a
Phillips screwdriver.
7. Slide the Plexi Feed-Chute Extension into the
Feed-Chute Bracket.
RECOMMENDED ASSEMBLY STEPS

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Operation: Manual Feed
1. Operators of JUGS
®
Pitching Machines must wear safety glasses and
batting helmets at all times.
2. Check and make sure the POWER switch is in the OFF position.
3. Plug a heavy-duty, No.16-gauge, three-prong extension cord into a
110-volt AC outlet and connect it to the power cord on the pitching
machine. Place the pitcher's screen in front of the pitching machine to
protect the operator and the pitching machine from batted balls.
4. Position the machine to aim at the desired target. While grasping the grip
handle on top of the machine, loosen the vertical adjustment knob on the
right side of the machine and adjust the trajectory as desired. Tighten
the vertical adjustment knob securely. (You will have to practice this
targeting so you will know how to set the machine for each pitch.)
5. Turn the pitch-control dial on your control panel to the pitch selection you
desire.
6. Make sure the FEEDER Switch is in the off position and the feeder is
empty.
7. Place the POWER switch to the ON position.
8. Have all batters and observers stand well clear
of the target as you throw practice balls to adjust
the trajectory. Tighten the vertical adjustment
knob securely. (It is normal to throw five or six
balls before arriving at the setting you desire.)
Always have the batter and others stand clear
while adjusting your JUGS pitching machine.
9. At the beginning of practice, or after any change in speed, curve, or
trajectory, have the batter stand well clear while at least one test ball is
thrown to make sure the ball is thrown at the desired target. If you move
the machine for any reason, repeat this process.

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Operation: Manual Feed
10. When throwing fastballs, throw balls at speeds the batter can learn
to hit. As the batter's skills increase, you can adjust your machine to
throw with the advanced settings.
11. The optimal pitching distance for the SMALL-BALL
®
Pitching Machine is
20 feet. COACHING TIP: If you find the JUGS SMALL-BALL
®
Machine
throwing too fast at its lowest speed, simply move the SMALL-BALL
®
Machine back a few feet (up to 25 feet away).
12. When you increase the speed of pitches, you must lower the elevation of
the aim. When you decrease speed, you must increase the aim elevation.
13. Space all pitches approximately six seconds apart. Try to get the batter
to regard each pitch as a “separate” pitch—and not to be an “automatic”
swinger.
14. Always “show” the ball to the batter. When you are certain the batter has
acknowledged that he or she is ready, set the ball in the feed chute and
release it.
15. Do not permit more than one or two persons around the pitching machine
during its operation.
16. Always turn the POWER switch to the OFF position when the machine is
not in use.
!WARNING: A pitching screen must be used to protect the operator and
the machine from batted balls.
NOTE: We suggest that each operator spend a
couple of hours experimenting with the JUGS
®
pitching machine. Try all four pitch settings.
IMPORTANT: If the machine becomes wet during practice, turn it off
immediately and transport it to a clean, dry location. Wipe off surface water with a
soft, clean cloth and permit the machine to air dry completely before its next use.

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Operation: Automatic Feed
1. Operators of JUGS
®
Pitching Machines must wear safety glasses and
batting helmets at all times.
2. Make sure the POWER switch and the FEEDER switch are in the OFF position.
3. Plug a heavy-duty, No.16-gauge three-prong, extension cord into a
110-volt AC outlet and connect it to the power cord on the pitching
machine. Place the pitcher's screen in front of the pitching machine to
protect the pitching machine from batted balls.
4. Fill the SMALL-BALL
®
Machine Feeder with as many
balls as you desire—up to 25 balls. Make sure POWER
switch and FEEDER switch are in the OFF position
when loading the feeder.
5. Position the machine to aim at the target. While grasping the grip handle
on top of the machine, loosen the vertical adjustment knob on the right
side of the machine and adjust the trajectory as desired. Tighten the
vertical adjustment knob securely. (You will have to practice this
targeting so you will know how to set the machine for each pitch.)
6. Turn the pitch-control dial on your control panel to the pitch selection you
desire.
7. Place the POWER switch and FEEDER switch to the ON position.
8. Have all batters and observers stand well clear of the target as you throw
practice balls to adjust the trajectory. Tighten the vertical adjustment
knob securely. (It is normal to throw five or six balls before arriving at the
setting you desire.) Always have the batter and others stand clear while
adjusting your JUGS
®
pitching machine.
9. The 25-ball feeder will automatically release a ball every 5 seconds.
10. At the beginning of practice, or after any change in speed, curve, or
trajectory, have the batter stand well clear while at least one test ball is
thrown to make sure the ball is thrown at the desired target. If you move
the machine for any reason, repeat this process.

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Operation: Automatic Feed
11. When throwing fastballs, throw balls at speeds the batter can learn
to hit. As the batter's skills increase, you can adjust your machine to
throw with the advanced settings.
12. The optimal pitching distance for the SMALL-BALL
®
Pitching Machine is
20 feet. COACHING TIP: If you find the JUGS SMALL-BALL
®
Machine
throwing too fast at its lowest speed, simply move the SMALL-BALL
®
Machine back a few feet (up to 25 feet away).
13. When you increase the speed of pitches, you must lower the elevation of
the aim. When you decrease speed, you must increase the aim elevation.
14. Do not permit more than one or two persons around the pitching machine
during its operation.
15. Always turn the POWER switch and FEEDER switch to the OFF position
when machine is not in use.
!WARNING: A pitching screen must be used to protect the machine from
batted balls.
NOTE: We suggest spending a couple of hours
experimenting with the JUGS
®
pitching machine. Try
all four pitch settings.
IMPORTANT: If the machine becomes wet during practice, turn it off
immediately and transport it to a clean, dry location. Wipe off surface water with a
soft, clean cloth and permit the machine to air dry completely before its next use.
!WARNING: It is possible for this feeder to inadvertently release a ball
even when the power to the feeder is turned off.
To avoid possible injury, at no time should the batter or
anyone else place themselves in front of the
SMALL-BALL
®
Machine or anywhere close to the line
of flight of the pitch while the machine is plugged in or
the feeder contains balls.

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Baseball to Softball
Instructions for Changing Machine from Baseball to Softball
The JUGS SMALL-BALL
®
Pitching Machine is designed with adjust-
able legs for realistic delivery height for both baseball and
softball.
•
Remove the Plexi Feed-Chute Extension.
• Carefully tip the machine over on the SMALL-BALL
®
logo side of machine.
Machine should be lying on the ground.
• Unsnap and remove all three legs by pressing the Quick-Snap®buttons
where the legs meet the base.
• Separate the legs by pressing the Quick-Snap
®
buttons near the middle of
the legs.
• Insert Short Softball Legs (legs with Crutch Tips) back into the base by
pressing the Quick-Snap
®
buttons and sliding them in.
• Tip your machine back to the upright position and replace the Plexi
Feed-Chute Extension.