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ID#  M855441

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09/05

IMPORTANT!   WRITE  MODEL NUMBER FROM BOX ONTO PAGE 1 OF THIS OWNERS MANUAL

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.

ID#: 588000    01/05

In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx 

Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx

In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx 

Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx

In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx 

Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx

In the U.S.: 1-800-xxx-xxxx 

Canada: 1-800-xxx-xxxx

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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) people 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:

• 3 People

• 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

Summary of Contents for M8554411

Page 1: ...089 U S A Toll Free Customer Service Number for U S 1 800 334 9111 Hydra Rib Internet Address http www hydra rib com Spalding Internet Address http www spalding com Write Model Number From Box Here WA...

Page 2: ...g 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 mi...

Page 3: ...Bolt J 5 8 11 x 24 3 Thread 20 1 213630 Bolt Hex 1 2 13 x 5 Black Zinc 21 16 213635 Washer Flat 053 I D 1 08 O D Black Zinc 22 9 213637 Nut Lock Nylon Insert 1 2 13 Black Zinc 23 2 213641 Bolt Hex He...

Page 4: ...4 4 Item 24 9 Item 21 16 Item 7 2 Item 8 2 Item 28 2 Item 20 1 Item 23 2 Item 25 12 Item 26 1 HARDWARE IDENTIFIER NUTS WASHERS SPACERS Item 13 2 Item 36 1 Item 37 1 Item 35 1 Item 38 26 HARDWARE IDENT...

Page 5: ...o J bolt 19 as shown Repeat procedure for remaining three J bolts 19 2 75 7 cm CONTACT UTILITIES BEFORE DIGGING WARNING 24 61 cm 48 121 9 cm PLAYING SURFACE GROUND SURFACE 24 61 cm 48 121 9 cm IMPORTA...

Page 6: ...ng plate at this time and place washers 24 on J bolts 19 1 2 54 cm SIDE VIEW DRAINAGE HILL PLAYING SURFACE Fill hole with concrete Tamp down concrete to release air pockets and build drainage hill IMP...

Page 7: ...7 09 05 ID M8554411 6 Insert bushings 38 into areas shown 38 38 38 1 10 38 38 17 18 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38...

Page 8: ...mounting plate 2 as shown 7A 22 23 1 PLAYING SURFACE 2 Insert bolt 23 through holes in anchor plate and pole and secure with nut 22 7B PLAYING SURFACE SCRAP WOOD NOT INCLUDED THREE PEOPLE REQUIRED FOR...

Page 9: ...le into position so that the threaded assembly rod 14 can be installed and secured by the THIRD person While pole is being supported by TWO capable adults position rod 14 and lock into place with hitc...

Page 10: ...in forward position attach both upper and lower yokes 17 18 to pole as shown 9 22 21 28 21 17 18 THREE PEOPLE REQUIRED FOR THIS PROCEDURE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY...

Page 11: ...4411 Attach elevator adjustment 12 to lower yoke 18 10 THREE PEOPLE REQUIRED FOR THIS PROCEDURE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE WARNING 22 12 38 21...

Page 12: ...11 09 05 Attach elevator adjustment 12 to pole bracket 11 THREE PEOPLE REQUIRED FOR THIS PROCEDURE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE WARNING 12 23 21...

Page 13: ...hardware FIG A Use hardware as shown in FIG B 12 A Then hinge board to match up with holes in lower yoke 18 FIG C and secure with hardware as shown in FIG D 21 22 21 10 FIG B 22 21 21 34 34 21 22 21 F...

Page 14: ...protective film away from board prior to attaching rim Before starting rim assembly tighten nut 26 until it is positioned 6 3 4 from the end of the end of the rod 14 as shown Figure A Remove rim cover...

Page 15: ...8 9 10 7 8 9 10 7 8 9 10 7 8 9 10 7 8 9 10 7 8 9 10 7 8 9 10 7 8 9 10 7 8 9 10 7 8 9 10 7 8 910 IMPORTANT NOTE ORIENTATION OF HEIGHT INDICATORS 10 MARK SHOULD FACE AWAY FROM BACKBOARD Set up For Right...

Page 16: ...osion and or deterior ation Check pole system for signs of corr osion rust pitting chipping and repaint with with exterior enamel paint If rust has penetra ted through the steel anywhe re replace the...

Page 17: ...36 This will allow the removal of the assembly bolt 14 which is no longer necessary for the remainder of the assembly and installation of system 35 37 36 24 26 14 25 ONLY AFTER THE ANCHOR PLATE HAS B...

Page 18: ...WARNING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LABELS BEFORE USING THIS UNIT FAILURE TO FOLLOW OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY WARNING Check system leveling Pole 1 should be level in a...

Page 19: ...nstallation or replacement of the defective repaired parts from to your Hydra Rib system will be your the purchaser s responsibility Shipping charges for replaced or warranted merchandise being sent b...

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