Porter FAIR-COURT Installation instructions
ASSEMBLY, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
F
AIR
-C
OURT
®
O
FFICIAL
B
ASKETBALL
E
QUIPMENT
T
ESTING
S
YSTEM
No.
ER
TD
200
3NC
AA
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
INST 00378 063
© 2011 PORTER ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT COMPANY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 10-28-2011
PRECAUTIO
NS
On
S
a
fe
ty
2
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Make sure hook is securely fastened on the
basketball rim, by pulling downward and
snapping into place.
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IMPORTANT – When dropping the weight
during the test procedure, keep hands, fingers
and cord clear of tube enclosure to avoid
possible injuries or damage to the unit.
On Power
Source
s
+
Use only an alkaline 9-volt battery.
+
When unit is not in use or is being stored for an
extended period of time, the battery should be
removed to avoid damage that can be caused by
battery leakage or corrosion.
+
LOW BATTERY warning will begin when the
unit detects the 9-volt battery is at
approximately 7 volts. DEAD BATTERY
display jeopardizes instrument accuracy, and a
new battery should be installed immediately!
+
Battery life is 20-40 hours, depending on battery
quality and use.
+
When in execute mode, Drop Weight uses the
most electricity and will drain the battery
prematurely.
On
Pla
cement
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Do not leave the testing device in a location
near heat sources, or in a location subject to
direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical
shock.
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It is best to store the unit in the case provided, to
protect it from dust and shock.
Removal From C
ase
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When removing the unit from the carrying case,
make note of the packing material, so the unit
may be properly repacked when testing is
completed.
SETTING
UP
Assembl
y
1. Unscrew hook (turn
counterclockwise) (Photo
A) and pull hook and
shaft out of unit until it
stops (Photo B).
2. Tighten (turn
counterclockwise)
extended hook securely,
according to the label on
the shaft (Photo C).
Photo A
Photo B
Photo C
7. Press the EXECUTION button and the message Calib Drop # 1
appears on the readout (Photo I).
8. Press the EXECUTION button once again and the message Raise
Weight appears on the readout (Photo I).
9. As the weight is raised to the maximum height allowed (against the
coupling), the message Drop Weight will appear.
Photo I
10. Drop the weight (after the weight hits the spring in the housing, catch the weight with one hand as it
returns upward so as to halt the bouncing action).
11. After catching the weight, return it to it’s resting position within the housing.
IMPORTANT – The weight must be allowed to come to rest on the spring in the housing between trials, to
quiet the vibration of the spring. Neglecting to do so may produce erroneous measurements.
12. After steps 10 and 11 have been performed, a message on the readout will give the percentage of the energy
absorption.
13. Continue pressing the EXECUTION button to repeat for Calib Drop # 2 and Calib Drop # 3. After
Drop # 3, the average of the three drops will be shown on the readout.
14. Press the EXECUTION button once again, and either Calib Passes or Calib Fails will appear on the
readout.
15. If Calib Fails appears, repeat the calibration steps on another (concrete) floor area.
Basket Height M
easu
rement
4
1. Place a piece of duct tape over the
center of the rim at the furthest point
from the backboard and hook the tester
onto the rim over the tape (Photo J).
2. As you pull downward, the hook
should click into place as the spring-
loaded detents engage the rim.
3. Allow the unit to come to rest in a
plumb (vertical) position.
Photo J
Photo L
4. Unscrew the bottom shaft with the knurled handle (Photo K).
Lower this measuring shaft until it touches the floor (Photo L).
5. Look for the scored line on the black anodized shaft – this line is
used to check if the goal is at the required 10'-0" height. Photo K
6. If you cannot see the scored line, then the goal is too low. Place your finger and thumb on the shaft,
directly under the housing, and pull the tester at an angle toward you. The shaft will extend further,
revealing the scored line. You can then estimate the height discrepancy.
7. If the scored line is visible below the housing, then the goal is too high.
8. The goal height should be adjusted to 10'-0". See instructions included with backboard support to make
adjustments as required.
9. After all adjustments are complete, replace the measuring shaft into the housing, making sure the knurled
handle is once again tightened.
Testing of Basket Re
bound
1. Test competition baskets for proper NCAA (or FIBA) rebound range – 35 to 50% on each basket. Later,
you will check the difference between the two baskets – it must be no greater than 5%.
2. Basket testing is best achieved by holding the readout box in one hand, and dropping the weight with the
other hand. IMPORTANT – When dropping the weight, keep hands, fingers and cord clear of tube
enclosure to avoid possible injuries or damage to the unit.
3. Press the MODE button and the message Test Bskt 1 will appear on the readout
(Photo M).
4. Press the EXECUTION button and the message Bskt 1 Drop # 1 will appear on
the readout.
5. Press the EXECUTION button and the message Raise Weight will appear on the
readout.
Photo M
6. Hold the unit in a vertical position. Raise the weight to the stop collar, then drop the weight. The
percentage of the impact energy absorption of the rim will be displayed. Note – Stop the weight from
bouncing before performing second and third drops.
7. Repeat Steps 4 through 6 for Drops # 2 and # 3.
8. Press the EXECUTION button and the average of the three
drops will appear on the readout (Photo N). Press the
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EXECUTION button again and the readout will indicate if the
backstop passes or fails (Photo O). If basket 1 fails, the goal will
need to be adjusted (per the manufacturer's instructions) or
replaced.
IMPORTANT – The weight must be allowed to come to rest on the
spring in the housing between trials, to quiet the vibration of the
spring. Neglecting to do so may produce erroneous measurements.
Photo N Photo O
9. Repeat Steps 3 through 8 (Test Bskt 2) for the second competitive rim and goal support equipment.
Court
Results
1. Press the MODE button and the message Court Results will appear on the readout
(Photo P). This mode allows the user to recall the calibration average, baskets 1 and
2 average, and compute the percentage difference between the two baskets.
2. Press the EXECUTION button and the calibration average as
measured will be displayed (Photo Q).
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3. Press the EXECUTION button again and
the message Calib PASS! will appear on
the readout (Photo R).
Photo P
4. Keep pressing the EXECUTION button to
scroll through the information for baskets 1
and 2:
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Average will be shown, PASS message
appears.
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The Diff = (%) message will appear.
Photo R
Photo Q
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The Diff PASS or Diff FAIL message will appear. If Diff FAIL appears, then one of the two goals must
be adjusted to within 5% of the reading of the other goal.
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The final message will indicate whether the court has met the criteria for Rebound Range and Rebound
Diffe
re
nce
s.
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ACourt PASS or Court FAIL message will appear.
5. This concludes the test.
6. The last page of this booklet is a log sheet. Make a copy of this sheet, and record the test results for your
records.
7. Make certain the unit is turned off. Return it to the carrying case immediately.
TEST
RESULTS
Since NCAA (Div. I) specifies semi-annual testing (once before
the season and once before the post-season), it is recommended
that a dated log sheet be filed, to prove that proper testing and
adjustments were performed. See the TEST PROCEDURE
LOG
SHEET on the back of this booklet – make additional copies for
future testing.
The Fair-Court®test device should also be readily available during
all conference/competition games, to test the equipment (rebound
elasticity and rim height) should any complaint or protest arise in
regard to equipment not meeting NCAA performance
requirements.
FOR YOUR
INF
O
RMATI
O
N
Transport/Storage
of
Test
er
7
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Handle the tester carefully. Any nicks or
scratches (or bending) on the weight slide rod
tube will affect and distort correct test readouts.
Ma
i
n
te
na
nc
e
+
Cleaning of the testing device can be achieved
by using a soft cloth, slightly moistened with a
mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of
abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such
as alcohol or benzene.
+
When unit is not in use or is being stored for an
extended period of time, the battery should be
removed to avoid damage that can be caused by
battery leakage or corrosion.
Troubleshooting
Gui
d
e
PROBLEM: The unit does not power up.
SOLUTION: Insert the battery with the correct
polarity.
SOLUTION: Replace the battery with a new one
if it is weak.
PROBLEM: After a Low Battery message, the
display disappears.
SOLUTION: Replace the battery.
PROBLEM: The control cord disconnects from
the readout box during a test.
SOLUTION: Turn the unit off and start the test
again (must begin with the
Calibration step).
PROBLEM: Reading seem erroneous or
unordinary.
SOLUTION: If you are in a mode such as
Calibration or Basket 1 or 2, you
may cycle through and replace
previous data.
SOLUTION: If readings are still out of the
ordinary, look for abnormalities in
the goal (cracked welds, broken or
possibly defective latching
mechanism) or instability in the
goal support system.
PROBLEM: I toggled past a testing
number
(e.g. Calib 1, Basket 2 Drop #1).
SOLUTION: If you are in a mode such as Bask
et
1 or 2, you may cycle through and
replace previous testing data in that
mode (Basket 1 or 2).
G
U
ARANTEE
All components and workmanship of basic components are guaranteed to be free and clear of
defects. Defective components will be repaired or replaced, at our option, subsequent to the
return of the defective component, or complete information being received by us concerning the
nature of the defect, for a period of one year from the date of shipment.
Porter
Athletic Equipment
Co
mpan
y
601 Mercury Drive, Champaign, IL U.S.A., 61822
Toll Free: (888) 277-7778
•
Phone: (217) 367-8438
•
Fax: (217) 239-2255
www.porterathletic.com
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F
NCAA (FIBA) BASKETBALL RIM REBOUND / ELASTICITY
TEST PROCEDURE LOG SHEET
8
TEST
DATE
A) TEST SITE INFORMATION
1. School/Arena:
Address:
Tested By (Institution Rep.):
Phone: Fax:
2. Site Visit (if performed by outside equipment technician)
Testing Rep:
Company:
Phone: Fax:
B) TESTING DATA
1. Calibration Average: %
2. Backstop No. 1 (Court Location – N. S. E. W.)
Goal Height: After
Adjustment:
Goa
l
Elasticity (%): After Adjustment (%):
Comment:
3. Backstop No. 2 (Court Location – N. S. E. W.)
Goal Height: After
Adjustment:
Goa
l
Elasticity (%): After Adjustment (%):
Comment:
C) COURT RESULTS (After All Adjustments)
1. Calibration Average: %
2. Backstop No. 1: % Passes Fails
3. Backstop No. 2: % Passes Fails
4. Difference: % Passes Fails
NCAA CALIBRATION REQUIREMENT
The rebound/elasticity of any basket ring support
system shall be within a 35 percent to 50 percent
energy absorption range of total impact energy,
and within a five percent differential between
baskets on the same court.
5. Court Passes: Fails:
NOTES
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For assistance, contact: Porter Athletic Equipment Company
601 Mercury Drive
Champaign, IL U.S.A. 61822
Toll Free: (888) 277-7778
E-Mail: sales@porterathletic.com
www.porterathletic.com
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