Spinfire Pro 2 User manual

Pro 2 Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNINGS ...................................................................................... 3
BEFORE FIRST USE ...................................................................................... 6
ASSEMBLY...................................................................................................... 6
Packaging ................................................................................................................. 7
BATTERY AND CHARGING............................................................................ 7
Internal Battery ......................................................................................................... 7
External Battery ........................................................................................................ 8
Standard Charger ..................................................................................................... 8
Optional Fast Charger .............................................................................................. 9
AC ADAPTOR .................................................................................................. 9
CUSTOMER CARE ......................................................................................... 9
Caution ..................................................................................................................... 9
Maintenance ........................................................................................................... 10
Storage ................................................................................................................... 10
TRANSPORTATION ...................................................................................... 10
USAGE .......................................................................................................... 11
CONTROL PANEL ......................................................................................... 12
REMOTE CONTROL ..................................................................................... 15
TENNIS BALLS .............................................................................................. 16
Low Compression Balls .......................................................................................... 16
HIDDEN FEATURES ..................................................................................... 17
Manual Mode .......................................................................................................... 17
Padel Software ....................................................................................................... 17
Ball Counter ............................................................................................................ 17
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 17
SUBMITTING A SUPPORT REQUEST ......................................................... 17
WARRANTY .................................................................................................. 18
Warranty Administration ......................................................................................... 18
Not Covered ........................................................................................................... 18
Conditions of Warranty ........................................................................................... 18
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........................................................ 19
FCC & ISED RSS WARNING: ....................................................................... 19
MANUFACTURER DETAILS ......................................................................... 20

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SAFETY WARNINGS
This tennis ball machine is designed and tested to offer safe playing
conditions, provided it is operated in strict accordance with the
following safety warnings. Failure to comply with the following
instructions may result in serious personal injury or property damage.
WARNING!
• Keep clear of the ejection
point. Do not stand in front or
near the mouth of the machine.
Balls may eject unexpectedly.
• Keep young children away
from the machine when turned
on.
• Keep physically and mentally
impaired persons away from
the machine when turned on.
• Adult supervision is
recommended at all times.
MOVING PARTS
INSIDE!
• Do not insert body parts or
foreign objects into the mouth
of the machine. In the event of
a ball jam, the operator should
not put their hand or any foreign
object into the machine whilst it
is turned on. Injury could occur if
hands or clothing are caught in
the mechanisms. Always turn
the machine off in the event of a
jam or machine failure.
FINGER TRAP! • Do not insert your fingers or
hand into the carousel area
when the machine is on. The
machine must be turned off
when touching the carousel as it
presents a finger/hair/loose
clothing hazard.
• Do not fill or re-fill the
machine while it is firing
tennis balls.
DON’T USE IN
WET WEATHER!
• The machine should not be
used in wet conditions.
• The charger(s) & AC Adaptor
are only to be used indoors.

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ELECTROCUTION! • Always use and store the
machine in a dry environment.
• Do not spray with water.
• If the battery charger or AC
adaptor is wet, do not pick it
up. If the battery charger or AC
adaptor is picked up when wet, a
person could be exposed to
hazardous voltages.
• Disconnect the machine from
any AC adaptor or battery
before making any repairs.
• If any power cables are
damaged, cease using them &
arrange a replacement.
• Connect any charger or AC
adaptor to 110 – 250V mains
power outlet installed by a
qualified electrical contractor
with suitable protection such
as an RCD.
BATTERY! If your machine has an internal or
external battery:
• Keep sparks and flames away
from the battery (i.e. no
smoking).
• Keep young children and
animals away from the battery.
• Do not use the battery if it has
swollen or expanded.
• Do not use the battery if any
liquid has escaped.
• Only use a 12V sealed lead
acid battery with this machine
(or alternative approved by
your distributor).
• When replacing the battery,
the terminals should be
wrapped with electrical tape or
a heat shrink sleeve.
HEAVY! • Practice correct lifting
techniques. The machine
weighs 24 kg / 54 lbs (2 person
lift) with an internal battery or 18
kg / 40 lbs (1 person lift) with an
external battery. The gross
weight of the packing box is 29
kg / 64 lbs (2 person lift).

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FIRE HAZARD! • Keep your machine clean.
Contaminants such as dust &
leaves inside your machine
could present a burn hazard.
Please vacuum out your
machine from the mouth on a
regular basis.
• A multi-purpose/dry chemical
extinguisher should be used
to extinguish any flames.
EMERGENCY
STOP!
• The master switch is located
under the machine on the
right hand side. This switch
should be used to cut off power
to your machine in an
emergency. Set the rocker
switch to position “O” which is
the middle selection.
TENNIS AND
PADEL BALLS
ONLY!
• Only use tennis or padel balls
with this machine. Low
compression & pressureless
balls are acceptable too, as long
as they are the same size as a
standard tennis ball. Using other
balls such as cricket balls will
damage your machine and will
not be covered under warrant
y
.

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BEFORE FIRST USE
When you first open your box, you may notice some cosmetic scratches on
your machine, particularly in the ball carousel pit at the top of the machine.
This is perfectly normal and part of the manufacturing process. You may also
notice some yellow ball fluff inside your machine or on the throwing wheels.
This is also normal as each machine is tested with balls as part of our quality
control process (wheels are wiped down afterwards, but it’s difficult to remove
all traces of ball fluff).
To protect the machine in transport, the internal pivot plate may have been
secured to prevent it from moving. Please remove any bolt(s) or cable tie(s)
prior to turning the machine on. You will normally find indicators (tags, stickers
or ribbons) helping you locate these before use, although sometimes they are
removed by the distributor during testing. If you receive a HCAL error when
you first turn on your machine, it is most likely because you have not correctly
completed this step. If your pivot plate was secured with a bolt, please keep
this with your box in case you need to ship the machine back for repair (it can
be re-inserted).
There is also a 3 position master power switch under the machine which is
turned off for transport. This will need to be turned on before you can power
on the machine (please turn this off after each use). The 3 positions are:
O Off
I Internal Batter
y
II External Batter
y
or AC Adapto
r
ASSEMBLY
To assemble your machine, first simply remove it from the box. To do this,
start by removing the hopper, followed by the machine. You can safely pick up
the machine by placing one hand inside the mouth at the front and using the
handle located at the rear of the machine above the control panel.

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You should find this manual, a charger, remote and the carousel in the box. If
you have ordered an external battery, AC adaptor or fast charger, they may
also be in the box. The carousel is the white 5 fingered device which stirs the
balls when they are sitting in the hopper. You need to attach this to the top of
the machine on the rod, noting the flat side of the rod needs to align with the
hole in the carousel. If you cannot insert the carousel due to an obstruction,
you may need to turn the machine on and rotate the rod to find a suitable
location to attach the carousel. You can do this by pressing the Feed
Start/Pause button. Never bend the wire which floats above the drop hole, as
this can result in ball jams. It is also possible that the carousel may already be
attached when you receive your machine, so nothing will need to be done.
You can attach the hopper either upright for play mode, or upside down for
portability/storage (note you can remove the carousel too if you need to). To
attach the hopper, simply align it correctly and then push down on it until it
locks into place.
Hopper upside down for portability/storage
Packaging
We recommend you keep your box in case you need to ship your machine
back to the supplier at a future point in time.
BATTERY AND CHARGING
Your machine should last between 3-8 hours, depending on the settings you
are using.
The machine should arrive to you with some charge in the battery, however, if
you have time, we encourage you to charge the machine before its first use.
Internal Battery
If you have an internal battery, simply plug the charger into the charger jack
on the rear of the machine (swivel the jack cover to expose it) and plug the
other end into a wall socket. Any master switch position will work.
Your battery should be charged at least once per month, even if it has not
been used. This will maintain the life of the battery.

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External Battery
If you’ve ordered your machine with an external battery, you have the
advantage of easily charging the battery separately from the machine (your
machine is also 6 kg (13 lbs) lighter than internal battery machines). Your
external battery has two plugs, one for connecting to the machine (male) and
the other is for connecting to the charger (female). Please do not connect
these together and always disconnect the battery from the machine when not
in use. There is no need to remove the battery from the bag while charging.
Your battery should be charged at least once per month, even if it has not
been used. This will maintain the life of the battery.
When replacing the battery, please wear protective glasses, clothes & gloves.
Please also use electrical tape or similar to cover the battery terminals after
installation. Do not smoke or keep the battery near a flame source. The
battery is completely sealed, but in the event of damage where acid is
exposed to the skin or eyes, rinse with water and visit your doctor. Avoid short
circuiting the battery so as not to cause a fire.
The external battery cable includes a 32V 15A fuse built into it (note: 32V is
correct for our 12V battery). If you are required to replace this, they can be
purchased from local electronic stores or your Spinfire distributor.
Standard Charger
Your machine comes with a standard charger which charges the machine
safely in 11 hours. This charger is the safest charger to use for your machine
and will provide the longest battery life. It is also a “smart” charger, meaning it
will not damage your battery if left on for long periods of time.
The charger has a red light when charging and a green light when charging is
complete. If after 11 or more hours, your charger light does not turn green,
please disconnect the charger and turn on your machine. If the battery bar
indicator shows 4 bars, then your machine is charged and ready to play. You
can ignore the light on the charger.
If the charger’s light flashes green, this can indicate that the charger itself is
faulty. However, we recommend you try charging your battery for 24 hours,

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leaving the green light flashing. If within this 24 hours the green light stops
flashing, you will find it has restored itself and will function normally going
forward.
Your charger should only be used in a dry environment. As the charger itself
can get hot during charging, we recommend you position the machine and
transformer away from combustible items. This charger is only suitable for
sealed lead acid batteries.
Optional Fast Charger
The fast charger can charge your machine in 4 hours (instead of 11 with the
standard charger).The fast charger is a “smart” charger, meaning it will not
damage your battery if left on for long periods of time. However, as a
precautionary measure, we recommend you unplug the charger once
charging is complete. If after 4 or more hours, your charger light does not turn
green, please disconnect the charger and turn on your machine. If the battery
bar indicator shows 4 bars, then your machine is charged and ready to play.
You can ignore the light on the charger.
Please note, fast chargers reduce the lives of batteries slightly, so it is always
recommended to use the standard charger unless you have time constraints.
Your charger should only be used in a dry environment. As the charger itself
can get hot during charging, we recommend you position the machine and
transformer away from combustible items. This charger is only suitable for
sealed lead acid batteries.
AC ADAPTOR
The AC Adaptor is an optional accessory, but it can be used as your primary
power source (you can order a machine without any internal or external
battery). Simply plug the AC Adaptor into your machine and turn the master
switch to position II.
Note, if you do have an internal battery, the AC Adaptor can still be used. It
will not damage the internal battery.
Your AC Adaptor should only be used in a dry environment. The Spinfire AC
Adaptor has been tested to work perfectly with our machine and we do not
recommend substituting it with a compatible model. Please disconnect it from
the machine when not in use. If using an extension cord, please ensure it is a
good quality, thick cord, at least 16 gauge.
CUSTOMER CARE
Caution
This machine was designed to be used on a tennis court and in no other
circumstances. Only tennis balls must be used, no other balls should be
ejected from the machine. Never stand in front of the machine unless you are
on the other side of the net (more than 7 meters (8 yards) away). Even when
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Children should be supervised at all times and taught never to stand in front of
the machine.
Do not use the machine in rain and avoid using wet balls. We recommend the
use of pressureless balls to give your machine the best performance. Using a
combination of new and old balls will give inconsistent results.
Maintenance
You can vacuum out the inside of your machine to remove ball fluff. The
outside of the machine can be wiped down with a mild detergent, however,
please be careful not to get water inside the machine. The throwing wheels
should be wiped down after every use to prevent any buildup of residue from
the balls. If you play on a porous surface like clay or en tout cas, we
recommend you wipe the insides of your throwing wheels monthly (a build up
of clay can cause your wheels to become unbalanced).
Due to vibrations, the screws in the control panel and on the base of the
machine can become loose over time, so please check these regularly and
tighten them if required. If you do need to purchase replacement control panel
screws from the local hardware store, they are 304 Stainless Steel Phillips
Head screws, M4 x 10mm with a 9mm head diameter. You can contact your
local distributor for spares if you need them.
Storage
We recommend that your machine is stored inside/under cover in a dry
environment and preferably in a Spinfire cover to protect it from debris. Do not
leave your machine on court even with the protection of a cover as heavy rain
may damage your machine. Do not store your machine in direct sunlight or
inside a car (unless in shade) and always keep it upright. Safe storage
temperatures are -15°C to +50°C (5°F to 122°F). Extreme temperatures can
damage the machine circuitry and battery.
TRANSPORTATION
To transport the machine, simply slide out the handle at the front of the
machine (underneath). Lift the machine by the handle until it rests on the rear
wheels. Make sure that the machine is tilted enough not to drag on the bottom
of the machine. Simply pull the machine to your destination. Never move the
machine while it is on or if balls are in the hopper.