PSS Gared GP8G60DM Manual

Collegiate Jam Adjustable Basketball System
Models: GP8G60DM & GP8A60DM
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions
Please read all instructions before attempting installation or operation of these units
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P UBLICATION N O . June 18, 2012
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Table of Contents
Section Page No.
Introduction..........................................................................................................................1
Safety ...................................................................................................................................2
Specifications.......................................................................................................................3
Parts Checklist ................................................................................................................. 4-5
Installation...................................................................................................................... 6-17
Optional Post and Backboard Padding ........................................................................ 18-19
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of a Gared Sports model Collegiate Jam Adjustable Backstop. To
ensure that our equipment will provide years of use to you, we are including this installation,
operation, and maintenance guide. This guide will provide information on the proper assembly
and installation methods, operating procedures, and preventative maintenance of your portable
backstop.
Please note that a Bill of Materials is being included with this guide. Please check that all of the
parts called out on the Bill of Materials are present prior to beginning assembly and setup.
Please do not substitute for factory parts. Please contact your dealer or Gared or Performance
Sports Systems customer service department and allow them to determine if substitute parts are
acceptable.
It is recommended that an individual who has been properly trained perform assembly and set up
of the backstop. No one under the age of 18 should attempt assembly or set up of the unit, unless
properly supervised.
To prevent normal wear and tear from shortening the life of the unit, preventative maintenance
inspections and repairs should be performed at least once per year. If the units are subject to
high or unusual usage, inspections should be scheduled to occur more frequently. If items are
found to be nonconforming, replacements can be ordered from Gared, Performance Sports
Systems, or one of our authorized dealers. When contacting Gared or PSS, please have
information regarding the dealer/installer who sold the unit, the name of the project, and any
applicable warranty information.

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SAFETY
Read and understand the following warnings to prevent possible personal injury and potential
damage to the equipment during assembly, setup, and operation.
Before proceeding with assembly, read all instructions and assembly procedures. Make sure
all parts have been received and are not damaged.

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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL
GP8G60DM
GP8A60DM
Backboard
3/8" GLASS
3/8" ACRYLIC
Weight lb [kg]
391 [177]
362 [164]

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PARTS CHECKLIST
Your unit should be shipped with the following packages. Be sure that all packages and parts are
received before proceeding with installation. Please refer to your packing slip to verify the
correct board and goal has been received. Contact Gared Customer Service at 800-325-2682 or
PSS Customer Service at 800-848-8034 for assistance with replacement of any parts missing or damaged.
453052570 POST PKG, GP8-DM
ITEM
QTY
PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
1
4
1 3 55665
WASHER,FLAT .66 X 1.31 X . 6 DELRIN BLK
2
1
123 51518
DECAL, WARNING GP SERIES
3 1 153 55631 BASE HARDWARE KIT W/ TEMPLATE PL.
4
1
45165253
ACUATOR ASSY, GP SERIES
5
4
451652565
REBAR, 1/2 X 36"' LONG
6
1
453 52545
MAST WELDMENT, GP8
7
1
5 2-1 -11-88
HEX BOLT, 5/8-11 UNC X 5.5
8 1 545-1 -11 HEX NUT, NYLON LOCK 5/8-11
9
2
561-1
FLAT WASHER 5/8
1
1
453 52555
CAP, END 5" SQUARE POSTS
MODEL POST P G ARMS P G BOARD GOAL BASE POLE BOARD
GP8G60DM 453 5257 453 52572 BB6 G38HH 1 BP5SQ PP5SQF or PP6WR LSCE6
GP8A60DM 453 5257 453 52572 BB6 A38 1 BP5SQ PP5SQF or PP6WR LSCE6
OPTIONAL PADS

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453052572 ARM PKG, GP8-DM
ITEM
QTY
PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
21
6
1 3 55665
WASHER,FLAT .66 X 1.31 X . 6 DELRIN BLK
22
8
1115535 3
WASHER,FLAT .5 X 1.25 X . 6 DELRIN BLK
23
2
121974131
DECAL, GARED 1.7" WHITE
24
1
123 51515
DECAL, HEIGHT ADJUST GP8-DM
25
1
451752579
MANUAL, INST-OPER GP8DM
26
1
453 52553
LIFTING ARM WELDMENT, GP8-DM
27
2
453 52552
TUBE, FORMED UPPER ARM GP8-DM
28
1
453 54559
BRACKET, BOARD MOUNTING
29
4
453 5566
FLANGE BUSHING NON-METALLIC 12mm
3
2
453 55675
UPPER BACKBOARD MOUNTING BRACKET
31
4
453 75
CAP, END 1 X 2" TUBE BLK
32 1 453 52556 TUBE, ARM PIVOT GP8
33 6 4531 2434 FLANGE BUSHING, NON-METALLIC 16mm
34 2 5 1-6-16-16 BOLT, CARRIAGE 3/8-16 UNC X 1
35 1 5 2-1 -11-16 HEX BOLT, 5/8-11 UNC X 1
36 2 5 2-1 -11-2 8 HEX BOLT, 5/8-11 UNC X 13
37 4 5 2-5-18-28 HEX BOLT, 5/16-18 UNC X 1.75
38 2 5 2-7-14-28 HEX BOLT, 7/16-14 UNC X 1.75
39 2 5 2-7-14-4 HEX BOLT, 7/16-14 UNC X 2.5
4 3 545-1 -11 HEX NUT, NYLON LOCK 5/8-11
41 4 545-5-18Z HEX NUT, NYLON LOCK 5/16-18
42
4
545-7-14Z
HEX NUT, NYLON LOCK 7/16-14
43
2
548-6-16
HEX NUT, SERRATED FLANGE 3/8-16
44
6
561-1
FLAT WASHER 5/8
45
8
561-5
FLAT WASHER 5/16
46
8
561-7
FLAT WASHER 7/16
47
2
453 55 61
CAP, END 2 X 4" TUBE BLK

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INSTALLATION
Tools and Materials Required for Assembly:
1. (2) Adjustable Wrenches.
2. ¼”, ½”,
9
/
16
”,
11
/
16
”, ¾”,
15
/
16
, 1-
1
/
8
” Wrench
3. Phillips Head Screwdriver
4. Electric Drill
5. 11/64” Drill Bit
6. Tape Measure
7. Rubber Mallet
8. Shovel
9. Post Hole Digger.
10. Carpenter’s Level
11. (2) Ladders – minimum
12. (2) Sawhorses
Materials Required for Assembly:
1. Concrete –1/2 yard or 14-16 bags of pre-mix (80 lb. bags)

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Template Plate Assembly
Use the illustration below to assemble the template plate and U-bolts.
Step 3: Securely tighten the top nuts
against the plate.
Step 2: Insert the U-bolts up through
the template plate.

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Use the illustration below to dig and prepare the hole for anchoring the template plate & U-bolt
assembly. This hole is designed to use 1/2 yard of concrete.

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Step 3. Set the U-bolt assembly in the concrete as shown in the illustration.
Agitate the Template plate and U-bolt assembly
repeatedly to eliminate air bubbles in the concrete.
Make sure the template plate is resting on the level
and finished concrete. Clean off any concrete from
the template plate and exposed U
-
bolt threads.

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Install Post
1. Concrete should be cured for 72 hours before starting installation step.
2. Place (4) ¾” Flat washer on top of the (4) ¾-10 Nut.
3. Raise and place the main post over the U-bolts as shown below. The post is heavy, so use
at least two people for this operation. Be sure that the post is installed with the Actuator
Anchor on the side away from the court.
4. Secure post with (4) ¾” Flat Washer, ¾” Lock Washer, and ¾-10 Hex Nut.
5. If the post is not exactly vertical, adjust the bottom nuts on the base to level. When the
post is vertical, tighten all nuts securely.
ACTUATOR
ANCHOR

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Install Lifting Arm and Actuator
Follow the steps below to assemble the unit in the proper sequence. See the instructions on the
following pages for more detailed information.
1. Install 16mm Flanged Bushing, #33, into Upper Arm
Pivot & Lifting Arm Pivot and Actuator Pivot Tubes,
#32. Bushings are designed to fit tightly and must be
tapped gently into place with a rubber mallet using a
5/8” bolt as a guide.
Tap on head of bolt to
insert Flanged Bushing.

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2. Attach the Lifting Arm, #26, to the
Post Weldment using 5/8 x 13”
Bolt, #36, and hardware indicated.
Allow Lifting Arm to rest on Arm
Stop when bolt is inserted.
Tighten Lock Nut to remove
clearance only. Do not torque.
3. Attached upper end of Actuator,
#4, to Lifting Arm using Tube, #32
and hardware indicated. Tube
should pass through both the hole
in the plastic rain sleeve and the
hole in the Actuator. Tighten Lock
Nut to remove clearance only. Do
not torque.
4. Crank the Actuator clockwise to lengthen
it until the crank end can be attached to the
Anchor on the Post using a 5/8 x 5 1/2”
Bolt, #7, and hardware as indicated.
Tighten Lock Nut to remove clearance
only. Do not torque.

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Install Upper Arms
1. Attach Upper Arms, #27, to the Upper Arm Pivot
using 5/8 x 10” Bolt, #35, and hardware indicated.
There are different size holes in each end of the
arm. Use the larger (5/8’ diameter) hole. Allow
arms to swing vertically down at this time.
Prepare Board for Installation
1. Support Backboard on (2) sawhorses with the goal side down. Use cardboard packing
material under board face to prevent scratching glass and frame

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1. Attach Board Mounting Bracket, #28, to
back side of Board using 3/8” Carriage
Bolt, #34, and 3/8” Wiz Lock Nut, #43,
as shown.
2. Remove Goal Cover to gain access to
Goal mounting hardware. Attach Goal
to front side of Board using 3/8”
hardware and instructions provided with
goal.
3. Install 12 mm Flanged Bushing, #29,
into the two Upper Board Brackets,
#30.
4. Attach Upper Board Brackets, #30,
to the inside of Backboard frame as
shown using 5/16” x 1 ¾” Bolts,
#37, and hardware as indicated.
Tighten all bolts.

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Install Board
1. Install a 12 mm Flanged Bushing, #29, on each
side of Lifting Arm, #26.
2. Attach the Backboard and Goal with the (2) 7/16
x 1 ¾” Bolt, #38, and hardware as indicated. It is
easiest to mount the board with the supporting
arms in the full down position.
*Helpful hint; Working out of the bed of a truck
may be easier than using ladders. The backboard is
very heavy. Be sure to install the Flanged Bushings,
#29, first.
The Board, Goal, and Brackets can weigh
nearly 145 lbs. Make sure that you have
enough help to complete this operation safely!
3. While holding the Board in a vertical position, swing
the upper arms up to meet the Upper Board Attaching
Brackets, #30, and attach using 7/16” x 2 ½” Bolts,
#39, and hardware as indicated.
4. Snug all 7/16” Bolts to remove clearance. Do not torque.

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Level Goal
1. Check the level of the bottom of the board. If
adjustments need to be made, loosen 3/8-16
Whiz Lock Nut, #34, and the 3/8” goal
hardware. Level board and retighten Whiz
Lock Nuts.
2. Check the level of the Goal from side to
side. If adjustments need to be made,
loosen the (4) 3/8” goal nuts. Level Goal
and retighten.
3. Be sure that all Board and Goal hardware
is tight. Install Goal Cover plate.
Apply Gared Decal
1. Apply Gared Decal, #23, to each side of
Lifting Arm as shown.

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Install Height Adjusting Decal
1. Crank Goal to the 10’-0” position. Crank
counter-clockwise to raise goal. Measure from
the playing surface to the top of the goal ring.
Using a piece of tape, mark the location of the
lower edge of the rain shield.
2. Crank the Goal to the minimum
height so that the Lifting Arm rests
on the stop.
Crank clockwise to lower.
3. Apply Height Adjusting Decal, #24,
so that the 10’-0” line aligns with
mark from step #1.
4. Adjust Goal to the desired playing height by cranking up
or down until the desired height mark aligns with the
lower edged of the Rain Sleeve.
Align with 10’
mark on tape.

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Installing Optional Padding
Note: The padding options shown below are purchased separately.

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The following illustration shows how to attach the optional LSCE60 Pro Mold Recreational
Backboard Padding (if purchased). The padding may be attached before or after the backboard
has been mounted in.