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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#1  #PUUPN1PMF 
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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"6  )FJHIU4UJDLFS 
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
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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
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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.