SPALDING M88604C1 User manual

108/06 ID# M88604C1
Toll-Free Customer Service Number for U.S: 1-800-334-9111
Spalding Internet Address: http://www.spalding.com
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WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR'S
MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS UNIT.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.
This manual, accompanied by sales receipt, should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference, as it contains
important information about your model.
Adult Assembly Required.
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Owner must ensure that all players know and follow these rules
for safe operation of the system.
WARNING
• DO NOT HANG on the rim or any part of the system including
backboard, support braces or net.
• During play, especially when performing dunk type activities,
keep player's face away from the backboard, rim and net.
Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in contact with
backboard, rim or net.
• Do not slide, climb, shake or play on base and/or pole.
• When adjusting height or moving system, keep hands and
fingers away from moving parts.
• Do not allow children to move or adjust system.
• During play, do not wear jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces,
etc.). Objects may entangle in net.
• Keep organic material away from pole base. Grass, litter, etc.
could cause corrosion and/or deterioration.
• Check pole system for signs of corrosion (rust, pitting,
chipping) and repaint with exterior enamel paint. If rust has
penetrated through the steel anywhere, replace pole
immediately.
• Check system before each use for proper ballast, loose
hardware, excessive wear and signs corrosion and repair
before use.
• Check system before each use for instability.
• Never play on damaged equipment.
• Keep pole top covered with cap at all times.
• See instruction manual for proper installation and
maintenance.
Read and understand warnings listed
below before using this product.
Failure to follow these warnings may
result in serious injury and/or property
damage.
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Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions.
Use caution when using this system.
• If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.
• Three (3) capable adults are recommended for this operation.
• Before digging, contact utility company to locate underground power
cables, gas, and water lines. Ensure there are no overhead power lines
within 20 ft. (7 m) radius of pole location.
• Climate, corrosion, excessive use, or misuse could result in system
failure.
• If technical assistance is required, contact Customer Service.
• Minimum operational height is 6'6" (1.98 m) to the bottom of backboard.
• This equipment is intended for home recreational use only and NOT
excessive competitive play.
• Read and understand the warning label affixed to pole.
• The life of your basketball pole depends on many conditions. The
climate, placement of the pole, the location of the pole, exposure to
corrosives such as pesticides, herbicides or salts are all important.
• Adult supervision is recommended when adjusting height.
• Serious injury could occur if teeth/face come in contact with backboard,
net, or rim.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WILL VOID WARRANTY.
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. 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, and operated properly. Check entire box and inside all packing
material for parts and/or additional instructional material. Before beginning
assembly, read the instructions and identify parts using the hardware
identifier and parts list in this document.
For more information on assembly, placement, proper use and maintenance,
visit The American Basketball Council website at http://www.smarthoops.com.
REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS:
• Three Capable
Adults
• Carpenter’s Level
• 15’ Tape Measure
• Shovel & Post Hole
Digger
• Wood Board
(scrap)
• (2) Stepladders
8 ft. (2.4 m)
• Safety Goggles
•
• Container to Mix
• (2 each) Wrenches and/or Socket Wrenches and
Sockets (Deep-Well Sockets are Recommended).
1/2" 15/16"9/16" 3/4" • Optional: Large &
Small Adjustable
Wrenches
1/2" 15/16"9/16" 3/4"
• (1) Utility Knife
•
Phillips-Head
Screwdriver

308/06 ID# M88604C1
Item Qty. Part No. Description
1 1 968880 Pole
2 1 908266 Tube, Ground Anchor, Black
3 1 Rim Assembly
4 1 Net
5 4 205702 Nut, Hex, 3/8-16
6 4 203300 Washer, Locking, 3/8
7 4 205700 Bolt, Hex, 3/8-16 x 3.5” Long
8 1 204922 Pin, Hitch
9 1 204923 Pin, Cotter, #8
10 3 204993 Rebar, .5” diameter, 18” Long
11 1 516000 Label, Height Adjustment
12 1 204940 Screw Jack
13 1 Backboard
14 1 80854501 Rod, Threaded Assembly, 5/8-11 x 19.8”, Zinc
15 1 204921 Washer, Barrel
16 1 Cover, Rim
17 1 978881 Yoke, Upper, Center, Pole
18 1 988881 Yoke, Lower, Center, Pole
19 26 204670A Bushing, Plastic
20 1 202900 Bolt, Hex, 1/2-13 x 5, Zinc
21 16 202651 Washer, Flat, 0.053” I.D., 1.08” O.D., Zinc
22 9* 206340 Nut, Lock, Nylon Insert, 1/2-13, Zinc
23 2 220048 Bolt, Hex Head, 1/2”-13 x 6”, Zinc
24 9 200704 Washer, Flat, 0.656” I.D., 1.313” O.D., Zinc
25 8 265575 Nut, Hex, 5/8-11, Zinc
26 1 215008 Nut, Hex, 5/8-11, Grade 8, Black
27 4* 203309 Washer, Flat, 3/8”
28 2* 224728 Bolt, Hex, 1/2-13 x 9.25, Black Zinc
29 4 204733 Screw, #8, .50 Long
30 2 204735 Height Indicator, Plastic
31 1 204741 Label, Height Indicator, Right
32 1 204742 Label, Height Indicator, Left
33 2* 206311 Spacer, .52 I.D. x .75 I.D. x .5” Long, Plastic
34 4 205830 Bolt, Hex, 1/2-13 x 2.5, Zinc
* You May Have Extra Parts With This Model.
PARTS LIST
ID# 516000 06/05
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Item #5 (4)
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (BOLTS & SCREWS)
Item #34 (4)
Item #24 (9) Item #21 (16)
Item #28 (2)*
Item #26 (1)
Item #25 (4)
Item #22 (9)*
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (NUTS, WASHERS & SPACERS)
Item #8 (1)
Item #9 (1)
Item #15 (1) Item #19 (26)
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (OTHER-NOT ACTUAL SIZE)
Item #27 (4)* Item #33 (2)*
Item #6 (4)
Item #7 (4)
Item #20 (1)
Item #23 (2)
Item #29 (4)

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Ensure ground is level with playing surface, then dig pole hole.
CONTACT UTILITIES
BEFORE DIGGING.
WARNING!
24" (61 cm)
48" (121.9 cm)
PLAYING SURFACE
GROUND SURFACE
24" (61 cm)
48" (121.9 cm)
1.
Install nuts (25) onto the ground tube bolts as shown.
Nuts on the top of the plate are used
for leveling the pole after system is
fully assembled.
NOTE:
2.
2
25