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WARNINGS & NOTICES
Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions. Use caution when using this product.
To ensure safety, do not attempt to assemble this product without following the instructions carefully. Check entire box and inside all packing
material for parts and/or additional instruction material. Before beginning assembly, read the instructions and identify parts using the hardware
identifi 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 product is not installed, maintained, and operated properly.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WILL VOID WARRANTY.
Owner must ensure that all players know and follow these rules for safe operation of the system.
• If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.
• Three capable adults are recommended for this operation.
• Check base daily for leakage. Leaks will cause system to fall.
• Assemble the pole sections properly. Failure to do so could cause the pole sections to separate during play or transport.
• Minimum operational height is 6 ft 6 in (1.98m) to the bottom of the backboard.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFE HANDLING OF THE GLASS BACKBOARD
BEFORE & DURING ASSEMBLY
1. Thoroughly inspect the Backboard before beginning assembly. Do not use the Backboard if there are any chips,
cracks, or other defects in the board. Call our Customer Service Department if any problems are found.
2. Use extreme caution when handling or working around the Backboard.
3. Keep tools, hardware, and other sharp and heavy objects away from the Backboard.
4. Never rest the Backboard directly on a hard surface, such as concrete or pavement. Always place cardboard or
other cushioning material between the Backboard and the ground or other hard surfaces.
5. Always lay the Backboard fl at. Never place it in a position where it might tip over and break.
6. Glass is very heavy. Always use at least two adults when picking up or moving the Backboard.
GENERAL HANDLING & CARE
1. Inspect the Backboard before each use. Do not use the Backboard if there are any chips, cracks, or other defects in
the board. If any signs of damage are found, follow the instructions for “Handling Broken Glass” below.
2. Use extreme caution when handling or working around the Backboard.
3. The Backboard was designed for use with a Basketball. Do not use other types of balls or other objects with the
system. Do not use this system for any purpose other than its designed purpose.
HANDLING BROKEN GLASS
At the fi rst sign of breakage:
1. Keep everyone, especially children, away from the immediate area of the Backboard.
2. Put on eye protection, and wear thick utility gloves and long sleeves. Small pieces of tempered glass may pop out of
the Backboard.
3. Lower the Backboard to its lowest height, and completely cover the Backboard with a tarp.
4. Do not remove the Backboard from the system without fi rst lowering the system to its lowest setting. Carefully read
and follow the “Removing Backboard from System” instructions below.
REMOVING BACKBOARD FROM SYSTEM
1. Make sure the Padlock is secured on the Gas Spring to prevent it from engaging. Have three capable adults
carefully lay the system down. Make sure to rest the rim on a sheet of cardboard or other non-abraisive surface.
2. Loosen and remove the hardware from the steps performed in the
Backboard to Pole Assembly Section
of this
manual in reverse order. Keep the hardware.
3. Loosen and remove the hardware from the steps performed in the
Backboard to Rim Assembly Section
to safely
remove the Rim. Keep all parts and hardware from this section for assembly to your replacement backboard.
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