Lifetime POWER LIFT 71281 Datasheet

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INSTRUCTION #1039804 E
Save this instruction in the event that the manufacturer has to be contacted for
replacement parts.
MODEL #71281
WARNING
To ensure your safety, do not attempt to assemble
this system without reading and following all
instructions carefully. Identify and inventory the
parts using the Parts List. Failure to comply with
any of the warnings in these instructions may result
in serious personal injuries such as cuts, broken
bones, nerve damage, paralysis, brain injury, or
death. Failure to comply may also result in property
damage. Please heed all warnings and cautions.
WORLD CLASS®
POWER LIFT®
BASKETBALL SYSTEM
5/0/2012
**U.S. and Canada customers ONLY**
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POLE SECTION IDENTIFICATION
Identify the pole sections before beginning assembly. Failure to assemble the
pole sections correctly may result in severe personal injury or property damage as
described on Page Two.
ONCE THE POLE SECTIONS HAVE BEEN SEATED, THEY CANNOT BE SEPARATED.
Note: Tapers and flares are exaggerated in the illustrations.
TP MP BP
Top Pole:
Four holes at the
top of the pole, four
holes in the middle,
two holes near the
bottom and two
small holes at the
bottom.
Middle Pole:
One slot at the top
of the pole and two
small holes at the
bottom. Warning
Sticker.
Bottom Pole:
Two slots at the
top of the pole
and dimples at
the bottom.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions. Use caution
when using this system.
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 orientation 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.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WILL VOID
WARRANTY.
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to separate during play.
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and water lines. Ensure that there are no overhead power lines within 20 ft. (7m)
radius of pole location.
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PARTS LIST
ID Part # Description Qty
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RB 1018718 Right Backboard Bracket 1
LB 1018717 Left Backboard Bracket 1
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AB 502005 Net 1
AC 502027H Adjustment Handle 1
AD 502049G Trigger 1
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"+  8PPE#MPDL 
AK CA00899 Zip Tie 2
"-  4QSJOH#SBDLFU 
AM HA00800 Gas Spring 1
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AP 1018837 Rear Lifter Arm 2
AQ ZA10199 Bellows 1
AR 1025107 Backboard 1
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FC CB08999 Corner Frame Pad 2
FM 1000841 Center Frame Pad 1
XX DA01500D Pole Pad 1
Pole Joint Hardware (1005748)
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Rim Hardware (1012253)
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RH 1001137 Compression Spring 2
RI 804033 Spring Retainer Plate 1
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PA RA
RE RG
RI
(Not actual size)
HARDWARE IS ACTUAL SIZE
(Unless otherwise indicated)
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(Not Included)
**A MINIMUM OF TWO ADULTS ARE REQUIRED FOR
ASSEMBLY**
RC
RD
RK
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2. Water Supply
3. Pencil or Marker
4. Ladder
5. Shovel
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8. Adjustable Wrench
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13. Tape Measure
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15. Phillips Screwdriver
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17. Pliers
18. Ruler or Straight Object
19. Electric Drill
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ID Part # Description Qty
Main Hardware (1039829)
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MD 300043 Cotter Pin 1
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MO 500081 Grease Packet 1
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Handle Hardware (1017923)
TA 300101 Release Pin 1
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Frame Pad Hardware (HH00700)
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PARTS LIST
MA
(Not actual size)
ME
(Not actual size)
MC
Before Beginning Assembly
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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,
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Do not scrape away all of the powder coating. Bare metal may rust. You may
need to pound some Bolts into place with a hammer or Mallet.
MF
MK
MD

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MH
MQ
MJ
MS
MI
MBMR
TA
FA
TC
ML
MN
MM
TB
MG

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For a nonpermanent installation of your basketball system, a Ground Sleeve
provides an alternative to cementing the pole into the ground. See Page 22 for
more information.
24”
18”
14.5”
BP
1A
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diameter. The edge of the hole should be
flush with the edge of the playing surface. .BLFBNBSLw
up from the dimpled
end of the Bottom
Pole (BP) (do not
scratch the powder
coating).
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Fill the hole to the top with concrete.
Insert the dimpled end of the Bottom Pole
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If the pole is buried too deep or too shallow,
the Rim will not be at the correct height.
3
Form the cement into a downward slope away
from the pole to allow water runoff. Failure to
do so may result in premature rusting of the pole.
1B
Save a 1/2 bag of concrete mix to use later in the assembly.
The slots in the Bottom Pole must
be parallel to the playing surface. If
necessary, insert a straight object (a ruler, wire,
etc.) through the slots in the Bottom Pole. Rotate
the pole until the straight object is parallel to the
playing surface.
Playing Surface

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inside the Bottom Pole (BP).
Check the pole several times within the first
hour to make sure that all sides are vertical
and that the pole does not sink into the
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with the playing surface.
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Allow 1-4 hours for the concrete
to set.
Do not continue until the concrete has set for 1-4 hours.
5Remove the straight object from the top of the
pole.
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into the Bottom Pole until it is just below the slots in the top of
the pole.
Do not overfill the pole, or you may not be able to assemble the rest of
the pole sections.
Tamp the concrete down in the Bottom Pole with a
broom handle to remove any air pockets.
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the pole.
STOP!
The concrete must cure for at least 72 hours (3 days) before installing the rest of the
system. In humid climates or wet weather, allow additional time for the concrete to
cure. Do not proceed until the curing process is complete.

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MJ
MS
Required For This
Page:
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1039829
(2)
(2)
(2)
PA
(2)
(1)
1005748
Screwdriver
MJ MS AL MH
Small holes Large holes
Tighten all
hardware
securely.
MC
Apply the Height Sticker (AU) so it
wraps around the opposite side of the
pole as the Spring Bracket (AL).
The small notch in the Sticker fits
around the hole in the pole.
AL AU
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TP
TP
Align the hole in the Top Pole (TP) with the slot in the
Middle Pole (MP) and slide the Top Pole over the Middle
Pole.
The Screw will spin freely once installed.
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Screw (PA) through the
small hole in the Top
Pole and into the Middle
Pole.
PA
TP
MP
7
MH
MC
Do not jam the poles together until instructed.
Note: There are two screw holes at the bottom of the pole.
The correct hole will be slightly larger and slightly lower on
the pole.

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MP
TP
AJ
9A This step cannot be reversed.
WARNING
The poles must be seated together!! Even if the poles cover the
slots before seating, you must strike them hard on the wood
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the poles to separate during use, which could lead to serious
personal injuries or property damage as listed on Page Two.
In order to seat the poles, strike each end of the pole very
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This must be done even if the poles cover the slots before
seating.
If the Top Pole does not completely cover the slot on the Middle
Pole after seating, DO NOT COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. Call our Customer
Service Department.
Do not hit your feet with the pole sections, as serious injury could
occur.
AM
AQ
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Zip Tie (AK)
Larger End
Use pliers to tighten the Zip
Ties (AK) securely. Cut off the
ends of the Zip Ties.
Zip Tie (AK)
The bottom of the Bellows (AQ)
overlaps the Gas Spring (AM) by
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Spring.
9B
Required For This Page:
(1)
1005748
Screwdriver PB
PB
PB
Insert the Self-tapping
Screw (PB) directly into
the chuck of the Electric Drill
and screw it into the Poles at
the location shown.
TP
MP

12
MG
TC
AC
Tighten the Nut until it is
flush with the Bolt.
AP
AM AP
11 Line up the Rear Lifter Arms (AP) with the Gas Spring (AM).
AP
Required For This Page:
TC
(1)
1017923
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6 1/2”
(Not actual length)
MD ME (1)
(1)
1039829
Pliers
12
MD
ME
AL MD ME
AQ
TP
Use pliers to bend
the Cotter Pin (MD)
as shown above.
(Not actual size)
MG
(1)

13
13
TA
14
AD
15 The Release Pin (TA) should fit
into the channels in the Trigger
(AD).
TA
TB
MH
AC
MM
Tighten the Nut until it is flush with the Bolt.
TP
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Required For This Page:
6 1/2”
(Not actual length)
1039829
MM
(2)
1017923
TA (1)
MH

TB
AD
AC
Tighten the Nut until it is
flush with the Bolt.
TB (2)
MH
(2)

14
18
MA
MQ
MA
RB
LB
17
RB
LB
RF
MF
RF
Make sure the U-Bolt (RF) is in
the notches.
Hold the Backboard
Brackets (LB & RB)
together.
Completely tighten the Nuts (MA).
RF
RA
RE RC RD
The Tap Bolts (RE)
should be at the
outer edge of the
holes.
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RC RD
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MF
Tighten the T-Nuts (RA)
only until the Rubber
Washers (RD) begin to
bulge.
RD
RD
RA
(2)
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MA
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15
RG
RF
MK
AF
RK
20
Tightening these Nuts (RG) will
adjust the Rim tension.
Place the Plastic
Guard (AF) on the
back of the Rim.
Tighten the Jam Nuts
(RK) onto the U-Bolt
as far as they will go.
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RK
RG (4) RI
(1)
(2)
RK
RH
RI
RG
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(Not actual size)
Only hand tighten the Nylock Flange Nuts
(RG).
Only hand tighten the
Nylock Flange Nuts (RG).
Slide a Spacer (MK) over each Tap Bolt (RE) between the Backboard
and the Backboard Brackets.
(2)
MK

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22 MI MI
MI
23 Bend the Backboard Brackets (LB &
RB) out.
LB
Slide a Carriage Bolt (MI)
into the crimped slot in each
Backboard channel.
RG
RG
RB
Completely tighten
all Rim hardware.
24
Do not overtighten the Nuts (RG).
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The lower holes should go
over the Carriage Bolts.
MI RG
(2) (2)
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Electric Drill
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Remove the plastic film from the Backboard. The lip of the Frame Pad overlaps
the front of the Backboard.
FM
FC
FC
FA
FA
FC
Attach the Center Frame Pad (FM) first. Align the
small line in the back of the Center Frame Pad with
the seam in the Backboard frame.
Use an
Electric
Drill to
insert the
Screws.

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AN
25
Tighten the Nut until it
is flush with the Bolt.
ML
MB
AN
AN
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(Not actual length)
27 The Backboard and Rim must
rest on cardboard to prevent
scratching.
MG
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Attach this end of
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Backboard Brackets
ML MB
AO
AO Tighten the Nut until it is flush
with the Bolt.
AO
ML
MG

18
MR
(2)
(1)
28
MB
AO
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Only finger tighten the
Nut.
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Lifter Arms (AP).
AO
MB
(2)
7 1/8”
(Not actual length)
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AO MG
AP
AP
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29
AP
MB MG
MN
Only finger tighten
the Nut. AO AO
AO
(2)
MN
MG

19
MN
MG
MB
AN AN
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Completely tighten the Nuts from steps 29
through 31.
(2)
MB
(1)
7 1/8”
(Not actual length)
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Attach the Net (AB).
Please call our Customer Service Department at
the number on Page Two to obtain replacement
Nets. Our Nets are shorter than average to reduce
the risk of entanglement.
31 32 Apply Grease (MO) to
these areas.
AB
MG
(1)
AS
MN

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33 CAUTION: When compressing the Gas Spring, use extreme caution to prevent the
pole from extending.
Slowly lift the pole and rotate the Backboard assembly upside down again.
Grasp the Handle and Trigger as shown. Squeeze the Trigger and push down
on the pole to compress the Gas Spring.
Release the Handle before letting go of the pole.
WARNING
The poles must be seated together!! Even if the pole
covers the slot before seating, you must strike them
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correctly could allow the poles to separate during use,
which could lead to serious personal injuries or property
damage as listed on Page Two.
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assembly steps. Follow all warnings and cautions on the
ladder carefully. Failure to follow all of these instructions
and warnings could lead to serious injuries or property
damage as listed on Page Two.
WARNING
Operation of the height adjustment system
The adjustable system may be adjusted from 7 1/2 feet to 10 feet.
Hold the Handle tightly and squeeze the Trigger to engage the Gas Spring. Raise
the Handle to lower the Backboard, or lower the Handle to raise the Backboard.