Terra Bound Solutions BGLC-7500 User manual

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--- BIG LEAGUE PROFESSTIONAL BATTING CAGE ---
BGLC-7500
1-877-857-2915
www.terraboundsolutions.com

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IMPORTANT NOTICE:
1. BEFORE EACH USE CHECK EQUIPMENT FOR PROPER CONNECTING HARDWARE
AND STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY. REPLACE DAMAGED OR MISSING HARDWARE
IMMEDIATELY.
2. SECURELY TIGHTEN ALL NUTS AND BOLTS.
3. NEVER ALLOW ANYONE TO RIDE ON BATTING CAGE DURING TRANSPORT.
4. USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN INTENDED, MAY BE HAZARDOUS.
5. ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT MAY BE HAZARDOUS
AND RESULT IN INJURY. FOR REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, CONTACT YOUR
DEALER OR TERRABOUND SOLUTIONS.
6. DO NOT EXCEED MORE THEN 3 MPH WHEN TRANSPORTING THE BATTING CAGE
WITH TOW KIT.
7. NEVER ALLOW ANYONE TO CLIMB ON THIS UNIT.
8. PLEASE USE CAUTION WHEN RAISING AND LOWERING BATTING CAGE. RAISING
AND LOWERING THIS IS A 2 ADULT OPERATION.
9. THIS UNIT SHOULD RAISE VERY EASILY, IF IT IS DIFFICULT TO RAISE PLEASE
LOOK FOR PLACES THE NET HAD SNAGGED ON BOLT HEADS OR HARDWARE.
DO NOT FORCE IT UP, YOU MAY DAMAGE THE NET.
10. THIS PRODUCT USES STAINLESS STEEL HARDWARE BECAUSE OF ITS SUPERIOR
RESISTANCE TO RUST AND CORROSION. STAINLESS NUTS CAN SOMETIME
SEIZE ONTO THE BOLT THREADS DURING INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL. TO
PREVENT THE STAINLESS HARDWARE FROM SEIZING, LIBERALLY APPLY SOME
ANTI-SEIZE COMPOUND TO THE BOLT THREADS, OR SPRAY THE THREADS WITH
A PENETRATING LUBRICANT, SUCH AS WD-40.
LIST OF RECOMMENDED TOOLS & SUPPLIES
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
1
POWER DRILL WITH 3/16” OR 9/64” DRILL BIT & PHILLIPS BIT
2
BOX WRENCHES, ADJUSTABLE WRENCHES, OR SOCKET SET
3
RUBBER MALLET
4
LITHIUM GREASE
5
8 FT OR 10 FT STEP LADDER
6
RAGS, GREEN SCRUBBING PADS, CLEANING SOLUTION

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TERRABOUND SOLUTIONS
THE BIG LEAGUE BATTING CAGE, BGLC-7500
LIST OF MATERIALS (MAIN FRAME)

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack all parts and check against parts list to ensure that all have been included.
Inspect all parts for damage. Report any damages to the trucking company.
Select a large clear flat area to assemble the cage.
BGLC-7500 QUICK REFERENCE
(SEE EXPLODED VIEWS OF DIFFERENT SECTIONS FOR HARDWARE CALLOUTS)

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Side wheel frames:
Note head of hex bolts to face the inside of cage.

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Assemble lower frame: (See hex blot note)
Note:
All heads of the screws inside the
cage to prevent the netting from
snagging on any exposed threads.

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Build and attach top frames sections: (One at a time)
1. Note that one end of pipe is for ½” hardware for item # 3 & 8.
Attach side hinge support frame:
Note:
All heads of the screws inside the cage to prevent the netting from snagging on any exposed threads.

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Note:
All heads of the screws inside the
cage to prevent the netting from
snagging on any exposed threads.

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Attach rear wheel support frame:

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Build rear wheel frame assembly with handle:

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Install rear wheel:
Install rear wheel assembly:
1) Apply a light amount of lithium grease to the length of the rear wheel stem.
2) Lift the rear frame and slide the rear wheel stem into the receiver.

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Coaches stand:

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Attach the loop end of the lanyard to the eyebolt and raise the coach stand. The eye end of the lanyard
will be attacked to the vertical frame member with a self-tapping screw. Determine its location and
drill a 9/64” pilot hole thru on wall of the pipe. Insert the screw into the eye of the lanyard and screw it
into the frame.

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After the frame is fully assembled check all hardware to make sure it is tightened and all joints
are secured. Raise the upper frame arches into position, using the strut pipes, and check for
alignment. (See setup instructions)
Before installing the net and padding wipe frame clean with a clean rag or scrubbing pad.
LIST OF MATERIALS (Net and Padding)
ITEM
QTY
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
1
BLN-3
NET WITH BAFFLE
2
1
SKT-75
VINYL SKIRT
3
1
THUD-46
THUD PAD
4
1
CR0016
1/8” CORD (300 FT ROLL)
5
1
RP5096
11” ZIP TIES (BAG OF 100)
6
4
RP5066
ADJUSTABLE 6 FOOT STRAP
7
21
FM0028
SOFT FOAM PADDING (OPTIONAL)
8
4
FG5206
BLACK GAFFERS TAPE (OPTIONAL)
9
21
RPAD-UKITXX
PAD VINYL (OPTIONAL)
Optional Ricochet Padding P/N: BGLC-75KF
1. Attach the ricochet padding to the frame and strut members as shown, using black gaffer tape.
2. The pad material is slit along its length. Open the padding up and slide it over the pipe
members. Cover each pad section with the velcro edged vinyl wrap.
PAD VINYL

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Attach net:
Description: The outer perimeter of the net is to be fully laced to both the front arch and the top
member of the lower frame. (See detail showing how to lace if unfamiliar with lacing). The net will
be suspended off the center two arches, by about 6”.
1. Cut a couple dozen 18” long cords from the roll of 1/8” black cord.
2. Remove the net and spread it out in front of the cage.
3. Locate the tags that call out the FRONT CORNERS, FRONT TOP and MIDDLE BACK.
4. With the frame in the folded position, take the section labeled FRONT TOP and position it in
the center of the top center crossbar. Using one of the temporary cords tie off the net to the
crossbar. Using additional cord pieces, tie off the leading edge of the net every couple of feet
to either side of the center. Continue tying off the net, working towards the front.
5. When done, verify that the net is truly centered and the labels, LEFT FRONT CORNER and
RIGHT FRONT CORNER (when looking into the cage), are in the proper corners. Note: If the
labels are reversed it means the net is upside down and the baffle will end up on the wrong side
(outside) of the cage –reverse the net if needed.
6. Shift the net, from side to side, as needed to center it.
7. Once the net is properly centered, go back to the TOP FRONT center point and lace the
leading edge of net securely to the front arch. Starting from the center, lace to one side and
then the other.

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8. After the net is fully laced to the front arch –from the rear of the cage, carefully raise the front
arch section using two struts.
9. Locate the next reinforced section of the net (about 8’ back from the front edge) and loosely tie
it in place to the 2nd arch using the temporary positioning cords. Again, start at the middle and
work to either side, tying off every couple of feet. The net should hang at least 6” away from
the tubing to lessen any potential ricochet.
10. Raise the 2nd arch, using two strut and repeat step 9 for the third arch. When complete raise
the third arch into position.
11. Starting at the center, tie off (every couple of ft) the net to the top member of the lower frame.
Center the net, from side to side as needed, and then fully lace the back and bottom edge of the
net to the top member of the lower frame.
12. Adjust the length and position of the cords on the 2nd and 3rd arches, so the net is properly
positioned. Securely tie each cord. This can be done using a stepladder, with the frame in the
raised position, or by lowering the frame and adjusting one section at a time. .

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Attach skirt:
1. Fully raise the upper portion of the cage.
2. Attach the vinyl skirt to the top and bottom pipes of the lower frame, using the zip ties.
3. For best results, start at the center and work out to the front corners.
Attach thud pad:
1. With the cage in the open position, attach the thud pad to the upper member of the rear frame;
using 18” lengths of the 1/8” cord.
2. Center the pad vertically.
Bottom of skirt

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SET-UP AND TRANSPORT
Raising and Lowering the Upper Cage:
NOTE: At least two people are required for the following steps.
Caution: Keep body parts clear of pinch points between pipes and fittings.
1. Two struts are required to raise and support each arch. The raising of each arch must be done
in tandem, with equal pressure and extension.
2. Attach one end of two struts to top front frame horizontal pipe, secure in place with a quick
release pin or locking claw. Space these apart so that one of the struts is attached at each end
of the horizontal frame pipe.
3. Push up and forward on each of the struts attached in the previous step; front section of frame
should be moving easily and without binding while raising struts.
Caution: Watch for any binding of frame and/or netting while doing this, stop immediately if
anything is caught on frame hardware. Take extreme care while doing these steps to prevent
frame and/or net damage.
4. Place bottom end of struts onto next folding frame section, and secure in place with quick
release pins or locking claw.
5. Take two more struts and place inboard of the previous two struts on the second frame folding
section horizontal pipe. Secure using quick release pins or locking claw.
6. Push up and forward on each of the struts from the previous step; front and second sections of
frame should be moving up and forward easily without binding while raising struts.
7. Repeat for the next frame section.
8. Attach the final two struts and move the entire upper frame into position. The entire front of
cage may now begin to pull forward due to gravity at this point, and will come to rest on the
ground.
9. Place the bottom clamp onto top pipe of the lower frame, and secure in place with quick
release pins or locking claw. Some effort may be required to seat these last two fittings in
place, depending on net tension and the ground formation in your assembly working area.
10. To disassemble, or ‘fold’, unit – reverse above steps. Use caution when lowering the frame
sections to avoid injury.
After each use inspect all fittings, hardware, pipes, and net for integrity and tightness. Any damage or
loose hardware may result in unsatisfactory performance or failure, Contact factory or dealer for
replacement parts.