SKLZ Hurricane Category 4 Instruction Manual Download Page 11

Hurricane

 

Category 

4

 Instructions For Use

9

Right-Handed Batters

 (left-handed batters do the reverse)

» Shown are the proper angles  and positions for each of the various drills. Batters 

should always locate at an angle that directs the ball rod toward the batter’s 
back leg. This angle ensures proper ball contact  without hitting the shaft.

» Special attention should always be given to making sure each practice swing is 

performed correctly. The batter should read each swing’s contact to access the 
swing quality and power. Correction should be made when needed. It is better 
to work at a slower pace with quality swings than to work too fast and to have 
poor swing quality.

» The batter should always take the time to assume a proper stance and use 

correct mechanics.

» Batters should practice hitting all possible strike locations. The hurricane allows 

you to choose a precise location to practice hitting.

» The machine rotates in an 7 ft. circle. Make sure your safety zone is clear.

» Always check each component of the machine before use to assure each is in 

proper working condition

» Before using the Hurricane read the safety rules. Always follow those rules during 

assembly and use.

Proper “Batter-to-Machine” Positioning 

 is Vital when Using the Hurricane.

Hip-Turner 

Drill

Middle Strike 

Location

Middle Away 

Strike

Away Strike 

Location

Inside Pull 

Drill

N O T I C E

Summary of Contents for Hurricane Category 4

Page 1: ...Hurricane Category 4 Instructions For Use Storm the Plate with Con dence Category Category I N S T R U C T I O N S SOLO SWING TRAINING MACHINE...

Page 2: ...ng the powerbands When adjusting the machine s height hold the impact head component Never touch the machine s rotational axle when adjusting the height 4 When installing the Hurricane Machine s power...

Page 3: ...you have received all required parts and components Parts and Hardware List A D C E F H I G B Label Qty Name Label Qty Name A 1 Impact Head Component F 1 Height Adjustment Collar B 1 Hurricane Suppor...

Page 4: ...component Top component powerband connector hook Hook bar powerband connector hooks Leg locking knobs Powerband ball return mechanism rubber sleeve up Height adjusting collar Support column Ground pi...

Page 5: ...height adjustment collar F onto it Place two fingers inside the axle and pull it up at least 6 inches Slide the collar onto it and tighten the adjustment knob locking the collar securely into place C...

Page 6: ...e impact head component over the hook bar so the top hook is directly over the bottom four hooks of the hook bar Step 5 Install Powerbands Adjust length if necessary The powerbands I are the black bun...

Page 7: ...machine up for use choose a location indoors or outdoors that has sufficient space to allow an adequate 24 ft Safety Zone during use To anchor your machine on a hard surface indoors or outdoors use s...

Page 8: ...r and lock the machine at the height chosen Install the powerbands Connect the Powerband on the bottom first If you need to change the tension on a Powerband slide the bottom plastic connector ball up...

Page 9: ...off a tee INSIDE STRIKE CONTACT The batter assumes a stance and position that allows the batter to hit the ball on the inner third of the plate The batter will practice pulling the ball The batter ma...

Page 10: ...le moving or from a still position like a hitting off a tee HIP TURNER DRILL Hip turn is a vital part of power hitting A hitter can generate incredible power by learning to incorporate the lower half...

Page 11: ...k at a slower pace with quality swings than to work too fast and to have poor swing quality The batter should always take the time to assume a proper stance and use correct mechanics Batters should pr...

Page 12: ...as quickly as possible Each swing counts whether the bat hits the ball or not DRILL 2 BOTTOM HAND DRILL 10 SWINGS Batter should work fast taking swings as quickly as possible Each swing counts whether...

Page 13: ...umes a position with the ball rod directed at the middle of the batter s body The batter starts the drill by hitting the ball the first time from the still position 2 After the first swing the batter...

Page 14: ...eak is stopped It is now the next batter s turn to hit 6 The batter should make sure to make contact with the ball component and not the shaft 7 The batter must allow the machine to unwind between swi...

Page 15: ...g Recommended Number of Swings Beginners should begin with 10 swings Each week the batter should add 10 more swings until the batter can take 60 swings with a bat of normal weight Advanced hitters may...

Page 16: ...swing side That same batter may need high numbers of practice swings from the adopted side of the plate to make triggering from that side to feel natural and comfortable DRILL STEP IN AND HIT Helps c...

Page 17: ...closed stance and make a special effort to keep the toes knees belly bottom and shoulders square to the plate until contact is made with the ball Coaching Point If you observe a batter that is hittin...

Page 18: ...onsideration Pro Performance Sports 5823 Newton Drive Suite 200 Carlsbad CA 92008 Attn Returns This warranty does not cover damages resulting from accident misuse abuse or lost merchandise Only valid...

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