Lifetime 71526 Quick start guide

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**For U.S. and Canada Customers ONLY:**
IF ASSISTANCE IS NEEDED,
DO NOT CONTACT THE STORE!!!
CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT at 1 [phone]
HOURS: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (Mountain Standard Time)
**Customers outside the U.S. or Canada, please contact the store.**
®
6/23/2010
VISIT THE LIFETIME WEB SITE:
WWW.LIFETIME.COM
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER’S MANUAL
WARNING
Failure to comply with any of the warnings
in these instructions may result in serious
personal injuries such as cuts, broken bones,
nervedamage,paralysis,braininjury,ordeath.
Failure to comply may also result in property
damage. Please heed all warnings and
cautions.Toensureyoursafety,donotattempt
to assemble this system without reading and
followingall instructions carefully. Identifyand
inventory the parts using the Parts List.
Save this instruction in the event that the manufacturer has to be contacted for replacement parts.
INSTRUCTION #1030942 B
**A MINIMUM OF TWO
ADULTS ARE REQUIRED FOR
ASSEMBLY**
BACKBOARD AND
RIM COMBO
MODEL #71526

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PARTS LIST
ID Part # Description Qty
AA 825619 Rim 1
AB 1030727 Backboard 1
AC 502005 Net 1
AD 502056 Plastic Guard 1
AE 800165 Rim Cover Plate 1
AH CA00299 Frame Pad Left 1
AF CA00399 Frame Pad Right 1
AG CA00999 Bottom Frame Pad 2
Rim Hardware (HD9136B)
RA BS01000 #7 x 3/8” Screw 4
RB 300104 3/8” Push Nut 2
RC 300106 5/16” x 2” Carriage Bolt 2
RD 300114 5/16” Push Nut 2
RE 302011 5/16” x 1 1/4” Carriage Bolt 2
RF 302014 5/16” Flat Washer 2
RG 302061 5/16” x 5” Hex Bolt 2
RH 302090 5/16” Nylock Flange Nut 6
RI 502060 Compression Spring 2
RJ 510038 3/8” x 5 1/2” Axle 1
RK 804018 Rim Pivot Bracket 1
RL 804033 Spring Retainer Plate 1
Frame Pad Hardware (HH00700)
FA BS00100 #10 x 7/8” Screw 10
RA
Tools and Materials
Required for assembly
(Not Included)
1. Adjustable Wrench
2. 1/2” Wrenches (2)
3. Electric Drill
4. 1/2” Socket Wrench
HARDWARE IS ACTUAL SIZE
(unless otherwise indicated)
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
RB RC RD RE RF
RG
RH
Failure to follow these safety instructions may result in serious injury or property damage and will void the warranty.
The owner must ensure that all players know and follow these rules for safe operation of the system. 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, or operated properly.
• If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution. Follow all warnings and cautions on the ladder carefully. • Two
people are required for assembly. • Climate, corrosion, or misuse could result in system failure. • If technical assistance
is required, contact the manufacturer.
Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or failure to follow instructions. Use caution when using the system.
1. The Backboard can be mounted to any Lifetime Products®brand pole or most other commercially available poles. If using other than a Lifetime Products®pole, the mounting bracket design
must provide adequate support behind the Rim mounting holes as well as the upper Backboard mounting holes. If adequate support is not provided, the Backboard may be damaged and
the warranty will be void. Lifetime Products, Inc.®offers a pole system with a height adjusting mechanism that can be used to safely mount this Backboard. Please Call Customer Service at
the number on Page One for more information.
2. If using an existing pole system that does not include extension arms, or if a pole system is not being used, see Page 8.
RK RL
(Not actual size)
FA
(Not actual size)

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BEFORE BEGINNING ASSEMBLY
A. Identify and inventory all parts using the checklist boxes on the Parts List. Keep the hardware bags and their contents
separate. If any parts are missing, call our Customer Service Department.
B. Test fit all Bolts by inserting them into their respective holes. If necessary, carefully scrape away any excess powder coating
buildup from inside the holes. Do not scrape away all of the powder coating. Bare metal may rust.
ATTENTION: This Backboard is not designed for custom installations. The
Backboard is designed for use with a Lifetime Products®Pole Mounting
Unit or Universal Mounting Bracket. If a Pole or Mounting Bracket is
being used, mount the Backboard and Rim using the hardware included
with the Pole system or Mounting kit and according to the directions
included with that product. Depending upon which mounting method is
used, you will follow either Option 1 or 2 according to indications on the
next page. The Pole or Mounting Bracket will include a set of Backboard
Brackets. Note: A Universal Mounting Bracket will allow you to install the
Backboard to a wall, roof, or 3 1/2” Pole.
NOTE: Do not mount the Rim directly to the Backboard. The strike
plate on the Backboard is not designed to hold the weight of the Rim,
and will not be able to support it. If you need to mount the Rim to the
Backboard without using a Pole system or Universal Bracket system,
you must place a metal support plate behind the Backboard. Failure
to use a support plate will result in damage to the Backboard. Support
must also be provided at the top of the Backboard using the Carriage
Bolts in the slots as shown on Page 5 in these instructions.
WARNING
The Rim and Backboard Combo kit must be mounted
and supported properly. Damage will occur if sufficient
Rim support is not provided.

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NOTE: e Backboard Brackets shown are Lifetime Products®models
and are for illustration purposes only. If using Brackets other than the
Lifetime Products®models shown here, refer to the instructions provided
with the Brackets.
UB
RC
RK
RH
AD
1A
Required for
this page:
RC
RH
RK
(4)
(2)
(1)
(Not
actual
size)
OPTION 1 THIS OPTION IS FOR USE WITH BACKBOARD BRACKETS WITHA U-BOLT.
ASSEMBLE THE U-BOLT (PROVIDED WITH THE BACKBOARD BRACKETS) TO THE BACKBOARD BRACKETS
ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE POLE OR MOUNTING BRACKET UNIT.
If you have Backboard Brackets (pictured at right) and
they come with a U-Bolt, use Option 1 and the U-Bolt
provided with the Brackets. If the Backboard Brackets
do not include a U-Bolt, use Option 2 instead.
U-Bolt
Backboard
Brackets
1A.1 Lay the Backboard (AB) on a table or bench.
1A.2 The U-Bolt (UB) goes through the top holes in the bottom
of the Backboard.
Note: Only hand tighten
the Nuts (RH) now.
1B
RE RE RE
1B.1 Slide the Carriage Bolt (RE) into the
crimped slot in each Backboard channel.
RH
RH
1C.1 BendtheBackboardBrackets outso the
lower holes go over the Carriage Bolts. Caution: Do not
overtighten these
Nuts.
1C.2 Completely tighten the
Nuts (RH) from Step 1A.
To finish the assembly, turn to Page 6
1C
RE
1/2” Wrench
HD9136B
(2)
AB

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Required for this page:
RC
RG
(Not actual
size)
RF
RH
RK
HD9136B
(2)
(2)
(4)
(2)
(1)
OPTION 2 THIS OPTION IS FOR ASSEMBLY WITH BACKBOARD BRACKETS BUT WITHOUTA U-BOLT.
1/2” Wrench
NOTE: The Backboard Brackets shown are Lifetime Products®
models and are for illustration purposes only. If using Brackets
other than the Lifetime Products®models shown here, refer to the
instructions provided with the Brackets.
1A.1 Lay the Backboard (AB) on a table or bench.
RE (2)
RE
RE
1B.1 Slide a Carriage Bolt (RE) into
the crimped slot in each backboard
channel.
RH RH
RE
To finish the assembly, turn to Page 6
1C.1 Bendthe BackboardBracketsout sothe
lower holes go over the Carriage Bolts.
Note: Do not overtighten
these Nuts (RH).
1C.2 Completely tighten
the Nuts (RH) from Step
1A.
1A 1B
1C
1A.2 The 5/16” x 5” Hex Bolts (RG) go
through the top holes in the bottom of the
Backboard.
Note: Only hand tighten
the Nuts (RH) now.
AD
RG
RF
RH
RC
RK
AB

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Required For
This Page:
1/2” Wrench
33.1 Turn the Backboard over so it faces up.
RI
JN
JN
45
RH RH
RL
5.1 SlidetheCompression
Springs (RI) onto the
legs of the U-Bolt or Hex
Bolts.
66.1 Tighten the Nylock
Flange Nuts (RH) until
the Rim is under the desired
tension.
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RA
AE
RH (2)
RA (4)
RL
(Not
actual
size)
(1)
HD9136B
Screwdriver
4.1 If the unit with the
U-Bolt includes Jam Nuts
(pictured actual size below) they
are to be secured onto the ends of
the U-Bolt or Hex Bolts here.
JN
RD (2)
7.1 Fasten the Rim Cover
Plate (AE) to the Rim (AA)
using the #7 x 3/8” Screws (RA).
1/2” Socket
Wrench
2.1 Use the 1/2” socket head
from the socket head wrench to
press one Push Nut (RD) onto one end
of the Axle (RJ).
2
RD
RJ
Note: The Push Nut should rest about 1/4”
from the end of the Axle. If the Push Nut
slips on too far, continue sliding it to the
other end of the Axle to remove it and try
again.
RD
RJ
RK
AA
RJ
3.1 Slide the end of the Axle (RJ) through the Rim (AA) and the Rim Pivot Bracket (RK).
Press the Push Nut (RD) onto the end of the Axle. Use the 1/2” socket head to secure the
Push Nut if needed.

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Required for This Page: 8
Electric Drill
FA (8)
HH00700
FROM THIS POINT ON FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED
WITH THE POLE OR MOUNTING UNIT.
If you have purchased this combo unit to be attached to a pole-only unit, refer to the pole-only unit for instructions on how to assemble
and attach the combo unit to the pole.
NOTE: FAILURE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT BEHIND THE BACKBOARD WILL VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
FOLLOW ALL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
AF
8.1 Remove the plastic film from the Backboard.
Note: The lip of the Frame Pad overlaps the front of the Backboard.
AH
AG
FA
FA
8.3 Use an electric drill to insert the Screws #10 x 7/8“ (FA).
8.2 Attach the Bottom Frame Pad first. Align the small line in the
back of the Bottom Frame Pad with the seam in the Backboard
frame.
AF

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ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE FOR MORE BASKETBALL FUN!
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION MODEL #
Universal Extension Bracket 9594
Intermediate Size Basketball 594201
Ideal for mounting Backboard and
Rimsetstoapole,wallorroof.(Back-
board and Rim not included.)
Universal Extension Bracket #9594
To place orders, use a Master Card or Visa and call
our Customer Service Department or send check or
money order to:
LIFETIME PRODUCTS, INC.
P.O. BOX 160010
BLDG. D-11, FREEPORT CENTER
CLEARFIELD, UT 84016-0010
Call theCustomer ServiceDepartment
at the number on Page One for prices
and shipping costs.
If mounting the Backboard to a roof mount, wall
mount or existing pole mount that does not have
an extension provided, you must use a Mounting
Bracket Kit designed for this purpose. Lifetime
Products, Inc.®offers a Universal Extension
Bracket, Model #9594, through our Customer
Service Department. Figures A, B and C show
the Bracket mounted to a roof mount, a wall
mount and an existing pole mount. Please see
below for ordering information.
FIGURE C, EXISTING POLE
MOUNT
FIGURE B, WALL MOUNTFIGURE A, ROOF MOUNT
ROOF MOUNT, WALL MOUNT, EXISTING POLE MOUNT
Useextreme caution when standing on laddersto
perform assembly steps. Follow all warnings and
cautionsontheladder.Failureto follow all of these
instructions and warnings could lead to serious
personal injury or property damage.
WARNING

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LIFETIME BASKETBALL EQUIPMENT
5-YEAR LIMITED FACTORY WARRANTY
THE MANUFACTURER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE SUBSTITUTIONS TO WARRANTY CLAIMS IF PARTS ARE UNAVAILABLE OR OBSOLETE.
1. Lifetime basketball systems are warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of
five years from the date of original retail purchase. The word “defects” is defined as imperfections that impair the use of the product.
Defects resulting from misuse, abuse or negligence will void this warranty. This warranty does not cover defects due to improper
installation, alteration or accident. This warranty does not cover damage caused by vandalism, rusting, “acts of nature” or any other
event beyond the control of the manufacturer.
2. This warranty is nontransferable and is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of defective basketball equipment. If the equipment
is defective within the terms of this warranty, Lifetime Products, Inc. will repair or replace defective parts at no cost to the purchaser. Shipping
charges to and from the factory are not covered and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Labor charges and related expenses for removal,
installation or replacement of the basketball system or its components are not covered under this warranty.
3. This warranty does not cover scratching or scuffing of the product that may result from normal usage. In addition, defects resulting from
intentional damage, negligence, unreasonable use or hanging from the net or rim will void this warranty.
4. Liability for incidental or consequential damages is excluded to the extent permitted by law. While every attempt is made to embody the highest
degree of safety in all equipment, freedom from injury cannot be guaranteed. The user assumes all risk of injury resulting from the use of this
product. All merchandise is sold on this condition, and no representative of the company may waive or change this policy.
5. This product is not intended for institutional or commercial use; Lifetime Products, Inc. does not assume any liability for such use. Institutional
or commercial use will void the warranty.
6. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for use. Neither
Lifetime Products, Inc., nor any representative assumes any other liability in connection with this product.
ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A SALES RECEIPT.
REPORT PRODUCT DEFECTS IN WRITING TO:
Lifetime Products, Inc., PO Box 160010 Clearfield, UT 84016-0010
or call [phone] M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MST.
Please include your dated sales receipt and photographs of damaged parts.
To Register Your Product, Visit Our Website at www.lifetime.com
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