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9.
Install the
Backboard Mounting Bracket
(B),
Backboard
(Q), and
Rim
(R)
assembly onto the end of the
Gooseneck
Pole
(A). It is easiest to install the
assembly upside down and then rotate
180° before installing and tensioning the
1/2”
Square Head Set Screws
(O).
Confirm that the
Rim
(R) and
Backboard
(Q) are level before tightening the
1/2”
Square Head Set Screws
(O) against the
Gooseneck Pole
(A). Install and tighten
the
1/2”
Jam Nuts
(P) to lock the
1/2”
Square Head Set Screws
(O) in place. See
Figure 4
Figure 2
5.
Attach one
Band Clamp
(C) with
5/16”
x
2”
Carriage Bolt
(H), and
5/16”
Flange Nut
(I)
approximately
12”
from the bottom end of
pole and insert pole into concrete while
vibrating concrete to allow it to surround the
pole completely. The horizontal extension
section of the pole should be parallel to the
playing surface, perpendicular to the
intended court end line and the lower
surface of the horizontal portion of the tube
should be
9’
6 1/2
”
above the playing
surface. You will need to brace the pole to
maintain this dimension to insure the rim
height will be at official
10’.
See Figure 1 & 2
6.
Trowel the top of the concrete smooth and
clean any excess off the
Gooseneck Pole
(A).
Allow the footing to cure for at least
48 hours.
Do not proceed any further until
concrete is completely cured.
8.
Slide two
Band Clamps
(C) onto the
horizontal portion of the
Gooseneck Pole
(A). See Figure 4.
7.
Attach the
Rim
(R) and
Backboard
(Q) to
the
Backboard Mounting Bracket
(B) using
the hardware provided with the
Rim
(R).
See Figure 3.
Figure 3
Figure 1
