Operation – JUGS Sports Combo (2 wheel) Pitching Machine User Manual

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Your JUGS Combination (Combo) Pitching machine has the versatility to

throw baseballs, softballs, tennis balls and polyballs.
1. Operators of JUGS Pitching Machines must wear safety glasses and

batting helmets at all times.

2. Check speed dial and make sure it is in the full counter-clockwise position

(pointer at “0”) and the toggle switch is in the Off position.

3. Plug heavy-duty, No. 16 gauge three-prong, extension cord into II0-volt

A/C outlet and connect to short cord on pitching machine. Place the

pitcher’s screen in front of the pitching machine to protect the operator

and the pitching machine from batted balls.

4. Loosen Base T-Clamp and aim machine at desired target. Re-tighten

Base Clamp. To adjust trajectory, loosen Handle Bar Lock Knob (Figure

3) and adjust until desired trajectory is attained, then tighten securely. For

fine adjustments, loosen lock knob slightly and adjust Handle Bar down,

or sideways. (It is normal to throw five or six test balls before arriving at

the setting and aim point you desire).

5. Place toggle switch in the ON position. Gradually turn speed dials to

desired speed.

6. Have all batters and observers stand well clear of the target as you throw

practice balls to adjust trajectory. Tighten Handle Bar securely. Always

have the batter stand clear while adjusting your JUGS pitching machine.

7. At the beginning of practice, or after any change in speed, curve, or

trajectory, have the batter stand well clear while at least one test ball is

thrown to make sure the ball is thrown at the desired target. If you move

the machine for any reason, repeat this process.

8. Throw balls at speeds the batter can learn to hit. As the batter’s skills

increase you can throw faster pitches.

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