Warning – Spalding M6611341 User Manual

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06/06

ID# M6611341

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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.
• After assembly is complete, fill system completely with water

or sand. Never leave system in an upright position without
filling base with weight, as system may tip over causing
injuries.

• 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.

• Surface beneath the base must be smooth and free of gravel or

other sharp objects. Punctures cause leakage and could cause
system to tip over.

• 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 of corrosion and repair
before use.

• Check system before each use for instability.
• Do not use system during windy and/or severe weather

conditions; system may tip over. Place system in the storage
position and/or in an area protected from the wind and free
from personal property and/or overhead wires.

• Never play on damaged equipment.
• When moving system, use caution to keep mechanism from

shifting.

• Keep pole top covered with cap at all times.
• Do not allow water in tank to freeze. During sub-freezing

weather add 2 gallons of non-toxic antifreeze, sand or empty
tank completely and store. (Do not use salt.)

• While moving system, do not allow anyone to stand or sit on

base or have added ballasting on base.

• Do not leave system unsupervised or play on system when

wheels are engaged for moving.

• Use Caution when moving system across uneven surfaces.

System may tip over.

• Use extreme caution if placing system on sloped surface.

System may tip over more easily.

• See instruction manual for proper installation and

maintenance.

R

ead and understand warnings listed

below before using this product.

F

ailure to follow these warnings may

result in serious injury and/or
property damage.

ID#: 561000 01/06

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