SPALDING M7B61E00 User manual

Toll-Free Customer Service Number
U.S.: 1-800-558-5234
Canada: 1-800-284-8339
Europe: [phone]
Australia: 1300 367 582
www.spalding.com
02/21 ID# M7B61E00
Model Number:
(found on product box)
WARNING
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR’S
MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS UNIT.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY
OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.
PORTABLE BASKETBALL SYSTEM
Owner’s Manual

Contents
2
Contents
Contents .........................................2
Before You Begin..................................2
Contact ..........................................2
Warranty.........................................3
Safety Information ................................3
Test-Fit Close Tolerance Bolts .......................4
Package Contents.................................4
Tools & Materials for Assembly.....................10
Assembly Overview...............................11
Assemble the Base ...............................12
Assemble the Wheel Carriage......................18
Elevator Assembly................................22
Assemble the Upper Elevator ......................24
Assemble the Goal ...............................29
Install The Stadium Pad...........................34
Secure The Assembled Unit for Use .................36
Operation .......................................38
Parts List .......................................39
Questions or Missing Parts?
Call TOLL-FREE Customer Service
Number listed on the front page!
DON’T go back to store!
Before You Begin
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL
BEFORE USING THIS UNIT.
• Remove ALL contents from boxes.
• Be sure to check INSIDE pole sections; hardware and
additional parts are packed inside.
• This manual, accompanied by a sales receipt, should be
saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference, as it
contains important information about your model.
WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Contact
Questions or missing parts? Do NOT go back to the store!
Email: [e-mail]
Customer Service
Toll-Free Number: 1-800-558-5234
Mailing Address: Spalding
PO Box 90015
Bowling Green, KY 42102

Warranty
3
Warranty
For the very latest Basketball System Warranty information, please visit www.Spalding.com or call
Spalding Customer Service at 1-800-558-5234.
Safety Information
WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE AND
WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
Owner must ensure 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 the entire box
and inside all of the packing material for parts and/or additional instruction material. Before beginning assembly, read
the instructions and identify parts using the hardware identier and parts list in this document. Proper and complete
assembly, use, and supervision are 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.
• If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.
• Check the base regularly for leakage. Slow leaks could cause the system to tip over unexpectedly.
• Seat the pole sections properly (if applicable). Failure to do so could allow the pole sections to separate during play
and/or during transport of the system.
• Climate, corrosion, 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.
Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions.
Use caution when using this unit.
NOTICE
• Adult assembly required.
• Dispose of ALL packaging materials promptly.
• As with all products, periodically inspect for loose, small parts.
• Assembled unit MUST be lled with sand or water at ALL times.
• ALL basketball systems, including those used for DISPLAYS, MUST be assembled and installed according to
instructions.
• Failure to follow instructions could result in SERIOUS INJURY.
• It is NOT acceptable to devise a makeshift support system.
NOTE
Backboard style will vary.

Test-Fit Close Tolerance Bolts
4
Test-Fit Close Tolerance Bolts
To ensure optimal playability of the backboard system, a close tolerance t between the elevator components and
hardware is required. Test-t large bolts into large holes of elevator tubes, backboard brackets, and triangle plates.
Carefully rock them in a circular motion to remove any excess paint from holes, if necessary.
NOTE
Not all items pictured are included with every model.
Package Contents
Check the contents of each kit and other parts to ensure that all components are present. Keep the kit hardware in
the labeled bag as they will be used in different assembly steps.
See "Parts List" on page 39 for a complete list of replacement part numbers.
BASE ASSEMBLY
#4
#3
#2
#1
1Base (x1) 2Bottom Pole Section (x1) 3Top Pole Section (x1)
4Strut, Front (x2)

Package Contents
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KIT 1 – 208745
#7
#6
#5
5Bolt, Hex Head, 5/16-18 x 4.5" Long (x1) 6Nut, Acorn, 5/16-18 (x1) 7Washer, Flat, 5/16 (x2)
KIT 2 – BASE ASSEMBLY – BA00003
265523
BOLT, HEX, 3/8-16 X 1
#9
#13 #10
#8
#14
#11 #12
8Bolt, Hex Head, 1/2-13 x 6"
Long (x1) 9Bolt, Hex Head, 3/8-16 x 1" Long (x2) 10 Lock-nut, Nylon Insert, 1/2-13 (x1)
11 Lock-nut, Nylon Insert, 3/8-16
(x4) 12 Plastic Spacer, 0.53" ID x 0.63" Long, Black (x2) 13 Washer, Flat, 3/8 (x8)
14 Lock-washer, 3/8 (x2)

Package Contents
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WHEEL TO BASE ASSEMBLY
#15
#16
#17
#18
#22
#23#19#20
#21
15 Wheel, 6” (x2) 16 Transport Handle, Plastic (x1) 17 U-Bracket, Pivot (x1)
18 Bracket, Wheel (x1) 19 Bracket, Pivot, Lower (x1) 20 Disk, Pivot, Plastic (x1)
21 Cross Member (x1) 22 Axle, Rod, 20.5” Long (x1) 23 Tube, Hinge (x2)
KIT 3 – WHEEL ASSEMBLY – BA00005
200514 hex head bolt 3/8-16 x 3
265563
BOLT, HEX, 3/8-16 X 2-1/2, GR5
Bolt, Carriage, 3/8-16 x 2
203277
203041
NUT,HEX FLANGE,3/8-16
203299 washer 3/8
#30
#11
#33 #31
#25
#24
#26
#32
#28
#27
11 Lock-nut, Nylon Insert, 3/8-16
(x2) 24 Bolt, Hex Head, 3/8-16x1L (x1) 25 Bolt, Hex Head, 3/8-16x2.5L (x2)
26 Bolt, Hex Head, 3/8-16 x 3” Long
(x2) 27 Bolt, Hex Head, 3/8-16x4.5L (x1) 28 Bolt, Carriage, 3/8-16 x 2 (x8)
30 Nut, Hex-Flange, 3/8-16 (x12) 31 Axle Nut (x2) 32 Spacer, 0.379IDx0.5ODx3.5L (x1)
33 Washer, 3/8 Flat (x4)

Package Contents
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ELEVATOR ASSEMBLY
#37
#34
#36
#35 #38
34 Handle, Screw-Jack (x1) 35 Screw Jack (x1) 36 Sleeve, Screw Jack (x1)
37 Cap, Screw Jack (x1) 38 Pin, Handle (x1)
KIT 4 – ELEVATOR TO POLE ASSEMBLY – EL00002
203099Hex Locknut (Nylon Insert) 5/16-18
#40
#39
39 Bolt, Hex-Head, 5/16-18x2.75L (x1) 40 Lock-Nut, Nylon Insert, 5/16-18 (x1)
BACKBOARD ASSEMBLY
#45
#43 #44
#42
#41
41 Elevator Tube, Upper (x1) 42 Elevator Tube, Lower (x1) 43 Backboard (x1)
44 Base Cap (x1) 45 Pole Cap (x1)

Package Contents
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KIT 5 – BACKBOARD – AR00003
#51
#50
#47
#49
#46
(part scaled for page)
#10
10 Lock-nut, Nylon Insert, 1/2-13 (x7) 46 Bolt, Hex-Head, 1/2-13 x 7.5” Long
(x3) 47 Bolt, Hex-Head, 1/2-13 x 2.50” Long (x4)
49 Bushing, Plastic, 0.50” I.D. x 0.25”
Long (x8) 50 Washer, Flat, 1.08” O.D. (x14) 51 Spacer, 0.53” ID x 1.19” Long, Plastic, Black (x2)
GOAL ASSEMBLY
#52
#53
#55
208481 steel spacer
#54
52 Rim (x1) 53 Net (x1) 54 Spacer, Steel 0.50” I.D.x 0.875”O.D.x 0.465” Long (x4)
55 Pad Foam (x1)

Package Contents
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KIT 6 – GOAL – 222700
203100
NUT, HEX FLANGE, 5/16-18
#56 #13
#58
13 Washer, Flat, 3/8 (x4) 56 Bolt, Hex-Flange, 5/16-18x3L (x4) 58 Nut, Hex-Flange, 5/16-18 (x4)
KIT 7 – GOAL – 26809003
#62
#61
#60
#64
#63
#65
#59
#66
59 T-Bolt 3/8-16 x 3” Long (x1) 60 Screw, Self Tapping, 1/4” (x2) 61 Rim Bracket, Black (x1)
62 Rim Cover (x1) 63 Spring Bracket, Zinc (x1) 64 Spring (x1)
65 Washer, 9/16” (1) 66 Hex Nut 3/8-18 (1)

Tools & Materials for Assembly
10
STADIUM PAD ASSEMBLY
LABEL AS APPROVED BY HUFFY SPORTS ENGINEERING
FOR OUTDOOR APPLICATION
2-5/8" Wide x 7-1/8" Long
574090 12/06
MOVING SYSTEM
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
B
A
Rotate crank
handle to raise
and lower
backboard.
Do not over crank
handle beyond the
manufactured height
indicator range of
7-1/2 - 10 feet.
Damage may be
caused to the screw
jack’s internal
adjustment
mechanism if
adjusted over 10 or
under 7-1/2 feet.
1
32
4
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Adjust basketball backboard height to
lowest postion.
Rotate handle forward until wheels
engage ground.
Move basketball system to desired location.
Rotate handle back to original position.
Check system for stability.
P/N 204872P/N 204872
P/N 204872P/N 204872
7-
1/2
#48
#57
#69
#67
#68
48 Label, Height Indicator (x1) 57 Label, Height Adjustment and Moving (x1) 67 Stadium Pad, Bottom (x1)
68 Stadium Pad, Top (x1) 69 Ground Stake (x1)
KIT 8 – BOARD PAD HARDWARE – AC00002
Bolt, Carriage, 3/8-16 x 2-3/4
206011
203041
NUT,HEX FLANGE,3/8-16
#29 #30
29 Bolt, Carriage, 3/8-16x2.75L (x10) 30 Nut, Hex-Flange, 3/8-16 (x10)
Tools & Materials for Assembly
2 Capable Adults Mallet Safety Glasses Socket Wrench
1/2", 9/16", 3/4"
Socket Wrench
Extension
Wrench
1/2", 9/16", 3/4"
Tape Measure
Phillips
Screwdriver
#3
Sawhorse Step Ladder (8 ft.) Scrap Wood Board Sand/Garden Hose
(OPTIONAL)
Adjustable
Wrenches

Assembly Overview
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Assembly Overview
Elevator System
(Section D, E)
Bottom Pole
(Section B, C)
Rim (Section G)
Top Pole (Section B, C)
Struts (Section B, C)
Ground Restraint Rope (Section B, C)
Stadium Pad Top
(Section C)
Stadium Pad Bottom
(Section C)
Wheel Carriage (Section A)
Base (Section B, C)
Backboard (Section E, F)

Assemble the Base
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Assemble the Base
Required Parts: Completed Base Assembly:
• Kit 1
• Kit 2
• Scrap Wood Board
• 1/2", 9/16", 3/4" Socket Wrench or
Wrench
• Socket Extension
• Mallet
WARNING
The following components are factory pre-assembled. CHECK THE PRE-ASSEMBLED AREAS FOR TIGHTNESS.
If any parts are missing or damaged please contact our customer service department to receive replacement parts
(see customer service information).

Assemble the Base
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PRE-ASSEMBLED COMPONENTS
202900
202900
908624
600074
206340
203331
203331
208253
208253
203309
203309
600200
600200
203041
207585
207692
203309
265523
208253
203309
600075
203309

Assemble the Base
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AASSEMBLE THE POLE
1. Identify the top (3) and bottom (2)
pole sections.
2. Mark 4-5" (10-12.7 cm) from the top of
the bottom (2) pole section.
#2
4-5"
(10-12.7 cm)
#3

Assemble the Base
15
AASSEMBLE THE POLE
CAUTION
WHEN PROPERLY POUNDED TOGETHER, THE POLE SECTIONS SHOULD HAVE A 4-5" (10-12.7 CM) OVERLAP.
IF MINIMUM POLE ENGAGEMENT OVERLAP OF 4-5" (10-12.7 CM) CANNOT BE ACHIEVED !! STOP !! DO NOT
PROCEED TO THE NEXT STEP! - CALL SPALDING CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-558-5234 FOR ASSISTANCE.
IMPORTANT
NOTE THE ORIENTATION OF EACH POLE SECTION. POSITION EACH POLE SECTION SO THAT THE FRONT AND
REAR FACES MATCH DIRECTION WHEN ASSEMBLED.
3. Align the top (3) pole section with the bottom (2) pole section and slide together.
4. Bounce the assembled sections on a scrap wood board until the overlap reaches the marked line.
5. Secure the pole sections together using the bolt (5), washers (7), and nut (6).
#2
#5
#7
#6
#7
#3
#2
#2
#3 #3
(Rear)
(Rear)
REAR
FRONT FRONT
REAR

Assemble the Base
16
BINSTALL THE POLE ONTO THE BASE
1. Place the washers (13) onto the
pre-installed bolts.
2. Insert the bottom pole (2) onto
the pre-installed bolts through
the holes in the bottom pole.
3. Secure the pole assembly to the
pole mounting plate using the
washers (13) and nuts (11).
WARNING
TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS
PROCEDURE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS
WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
#11
#11
#13
#2
#2
#13
4. Secure the base struts (4) to the
bottom pole (2) using the bolt
(8), spacers (12), and nut (10).
IMPORTANT
DO NOT TIGHTEN COMPLETELY.
#10
#4
#4
#8
#12
#2
#12

Assemble the Base
17
BINSTALL THE POLE ONTO THE BASE
5. Rotate the non-secured ends of the base struts (4) to align with the mounting holes in the base.
6. Secure the ends of the base struts (4) to the base frame using bolts (9) and lock washers (14).
IMPORTANT
TIGHTEN ALL COMPONENTS COMPLETELY.
#9
#14
#4

Assemble the Wheel Carriage
18
Assemble the Wheel Carriage
Required Parts: Completed Wheel Carriage Assembly:
• Kit 3
• Scrap Wood Board
• 9/16" Socket Wrench or Wrench
• Mallet
CPREPARE THE BASE FOR THE WHEELS
1. Attach the u-bracket (17) to the
cross member (21) using the
bolts (25), washers (33), and
nuts (30).
IMPORTANT
NOTE THE ORIENTATION OF THE
BRACKET.
#25
#30
#33
#21
#17

Assemble the Wheel Carriage
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CPREPARE THE BASE FOR THE WHEELS
2. Secure the cross member (21) using only the bottom set of holes to the front struts (4) using the
bolts (26), washer (33), and nuts (30).
#26
#26
#33
#30
#33
#4 #30
#21
#17
DASSEMBLE THE WHEELS
1. Insert the axle (22) through the wheel bracket (18).
2. Secure the wheels (15) to the axle (22) using the axle nuts (31).
3. Tap the axle nuts (31) onto the axle with a hammer or mallet.
#22
#15 #15
#31
#18
#31

Assemble the Wheel Carriage
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DASSEMBLE THE WHEELS
4. Secure the hinge tubes (23) to the wheel bracket (18) using the bolts (28) and nuts (30).
IMPORTANT
NOTE THE ORIENTATION OF THE HINGE TUBES (23). THE SHORT ENDS GO UNDER THE WHEEL BRACKET
(18). DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
#23
#18
#30
#30
#28
#28
#23