SPALDING SPA0250 Performance Acrylic Backboard and Rim Combo Basketball System Owner’s Manual

October 27, 2023
SPALDING

SPALDING SPA0250 Performance Acrylic Backboard and Rim Combo Basketball

System

Instruction

WARNING
DO NOT AFFIX A BASKETBALL RING AND BACKBOARD TO BRICKWORK, STONE, OR OTHER BUILDING EXTERIOR. DO NOT USE A BASKETBALL RING AND BACKBOARD MOUNTED  ON, OR ATTACHED TO, ANY SUCH BUILDING EXTERIOR UNLESS ASSESSED AS SAFE BY A STRUCTURAL ENGINEER OR OTHER SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON.

Adult Assembly Required.
This manual, accompanied by sales receipt, should be saved and kept on hand as a  convenient reference, as it contains important information about your model.

WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS UNIT.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

  • Read and understand the warning label enclosed with hardware. It is the responsibility of the customer to mount this label. It should be affixed to the pole, wall, or door near playing area, at a height between 4-6 feet (1.22-1.83M) above ground level and in a location visible to all players.
  • During assembly, if using a ladder use extreme caution.
  • Two (2) capable adults are recommended for this operation.
  • If technical assistance is required, contact Customer Service.
  • Seat the pole sections properly (if applicable). Failure to do so could allow the pole sections to seperate during play and/or during transport of the system.
  •  Climate, corrosion or misuse could result in system failure.
  • Minimum operational height should be 6’ 6” (2M) to the bottom of backboard.

Most injuries are caused by misuse and/or not following instructions. Use caution when using this system.
For more information on assembly, placement, proper use and maintenance, visit The American Basketball Council website at http://www.smarthoops.com.

NOTICE TO ASSEMBLERS
ALL basketball systems, including those used for DISPLAYS, MUST be assembled and ballasted with sand or water according to instructions. Failure to follow instructions could result in SERIOUS INJURY. It is NOT acceptable to devise a makeshift weight system.

WARNING
Read and understand warnings listed below before using this product.
Failure to follow these warnings may result in serious injury and/or property damage.
Owner must ensure that all players know and follow these rules for safe operation of the system.

  • 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.
  • During play, do not wear jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces, etc.). Objects may entangle in net.
  • Check system before each use for loose hardware, excessive wear and signs corrosion and repair before use.
  •  Never play on damaged equipment.
  • See instruction manual for proper installation and maintenance.

PARTS LIST – See Hardware Identifier

Item Qty. Part No. Description

  1. 4 200580 “L” Bracket
  2.  4 240017 Bolt, Hex Head, 1/4-20 x 2-1/4” Long
  3. 4 203071 Bolt, Hex Head, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Long
  4. 6 203326 Washer, Lock, 1/4
  5. 6 203228 Nut, 1/4-20
  6. 6* 203100 Hex Flange Nut 5/16-18
  7.  4 203104 Bolt, Hex Flange, 5/16-18 x 2 Long
  8.  2 90096401 Bracket, Backboard Support
  9. 1 579800 Label, Warning
  10. 1 203470 Washer, Flat, 1.5” O.D.
  11.  4* 203063 Nut, 3/8-16
  12. 1 Rim
  13. 1 Backboard
  14. 1 Net
  15. 4 205528 Bolt, Hex Flange, 5/16-18 x 1 Long
  16. 4* 203309 Washer, Flat
  17. 1 900033 Bracket, Slam Jam
  18.  1 206048 Bolt, “Tee” 3/8-16 x 3.25” Long
  19.  1 200318 Bracket, Reinforcement, Slam Jam
  20.  1 206049 Spring, Black
  21.  1 203795 Nut, Special, 3/8-16
  22. 4 208815 Spacer, .26 ID x .5 OD x .94 Long
  23. 4 203331 Bolt, Hex Head, 3/8-16 x 1-1/2” Long
  24.  1 20279501 Label, NBA Logo
  25.  1 200504 Cover, Red 1
  26. 200503 Cover, Black
  27. 200520 Screw #8 x 3/4 long
  28. 4 208818 Spacer, .38 ID x .75 OD x .13 Long
  • You may have extra parts with this model.
    **NOTE: Hardware kit is designed for more than one style of basketball system. Some models may not include all hardware listed in Parts List.

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (BOLTS)

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HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (Not Actual Size)

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HARDWARE IDENTIFIER (NUTS, WASHERS AND SPACERS)

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ASSEMBLE THE BACKBOARD AND RIM

This is what your system will look like when you’ve finished this section:

WARNING!
IF YOUR SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH AN ACRYLIC BACKBOARD, EXAMINE BACKBOARD  FOR ANY DAMAGE THAT MAY HAVE OCCURRED DURING SHIPMENT. CRACKS IN THE BACKBOARD COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN BREAKAGE. IF BACKBOARD IS DAMAGED IN ANY WAY PRIOR CALL TOLL-FREE

TOOLS REQUIRED

EXTENSION ARM MOUNT

NOTE: We recommend mounting backboard to a solid material (steel) behind rim area.SPALDING-SPA0250-Performance-Acrylic-
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POLE, ROOF, OR WALL MOUNT

Model 8406 Universal Mounting Bracket is available for purchase by calling this number: 1-800-558-5234
Model 8406 Universal Mounting Bracket is available for purchase by calling this number:
1-800-558-5234

WALL MOUNT

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ROOF MOUNT

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ELEVATOR MOUNTS

IMPORTANT!
All Elevator mounts will require this initial step of attaching brackets (8) to the backboard. SPALDING-SPA0250-Performance-Acrylic-
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SPRING STYLE ELEVATOR MOUNT
NOTE: 
Use existing elevator components.

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STAMPED RATCHET ELEVATOR MOUNT
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APOLLO ELEVATOR MOUNT]

Install Slam Jam Rim to Backboard

  • Fit rim (12) securely into bracket (17) as shown. Allow T-bolt (18) to  slip through center hole in rim (12).
  • Install reinforcement bracket (19) onto T-bolt (18) as shown.
  • Install spring (20) onto T-bolt (18) as shown.
  • Install special nut (21) and washer (10) onto T-bolt (18).
  • Tighten nut (21) until 1/8” of the bolt threads on end of T-bolt (18) are  exposed.

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BOARD PAD

PARTS LIST – See Hardware Identifier

Item Qty. Part No. Description

  1. 20157801 Board Pad, Left Section 600143
  2. 20157901 Board Pad, Right Section 600142
  3. 201580 Board Pad, Center Section 600149
  4.  201596 Screw, 1/4 x 1.25
  5. 206303 Washer, Flat, 1/4
  6. 202871 Screw, 1/4 x .75
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER
  1. Using the holes which line up for your board size, attach center pad section to left and right sections and board using screws and washers as shown.

  2. Attach left and right pad sections to board using screws and  as shown.

References

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