TEAM FEEDER Team Ball Feeder Instruction Manual
- June 3, 2024
- TEAM FEEDER
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TEAM FEEDER Team Ball Feeder
WARRANTY STATEMENT
Team Ball Feeders manufactured by Sports Attack LLC. are warranted against
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the
date of original purchase, with the exception of motors, which are warranted
for one (1) year. Should such equipment be found to be defective, Sports
Attack LLC. will, at its option and sole discretion provide at no cost to the
purchaser new or rebuilt replacements for defective parts and will pay the
pre-approved labor charge to repair the product for the duration of the
warranty period only.
THE FOREGOING OBLIGATION IS EXPRESSLY GIVEN IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WHICH ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. SPORTS ATTACK
LLC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR
LOSSES FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER.
This warranty is void if the equipment has been misused, misapplied,
improperly assembled, or modified without the express written permission of
Sports Attack
LLC. In addition, this warranty does not apply to damage in transit, in any
accident unrelated to the direct operation of the equipment, or by fire, flood
or act of God.
To obtain warranty service during the warranty period:
- Have the date of purchase and serial number ready (see page 4 for the location of the serial number).
- Call the Customer Service Department at 1-800-717-4251
- Identify the product and describe the problem.
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: Warranty components such as motors, etc. now
require a picture of the component when submitting replacement request.
A Customer Service Representative will help you to correct the problem and
send replacement part(s) if necessary. An invoice will be sent if any parts
need to be exchanged. To clear the invoice, return, prepaid and within 30
days, the defective parts as detailed on the invoice to:
Sports Attack LLC.
2805 U. S. 40
Verdi, NV 89439
SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIMS PROCEDURE
NOTE:
For your protection, please note that equipment in this shipment was carefully
inspected and packaged by skilled personnel before leaving the factory.
Upon acceptance of this shipment, the transportation company assumes full
responsibility for its safe delivery.
IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED:
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VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Be certain that any visible loss or damage is noted on the freight bill or express receipt, and that the note of loss or damage is signed by the delivery person.
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FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY: Regardless of the extent of
the damage. -
CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE: If damage is unnoticed until the merchandise is unpacked, notify the transportation company or carrier immediately, and file “CONCEALED DAMAGE” claim with them. This must be done within fifteen (15) days from the date the delivery was made to you. Be sure to retain the container for inspection.
Sports Attack LLC. cannot assume liability for damage or loss incurred in
transit. We will, however, at your request, supply you with the necessary
documents to support your claim.
To register the Warranty, please return the Warranty Registration Card
to:
Sports Attack LLC.
P.O. Box 1529
Verdi, NV 89439
For repairs and service after the Warranty period, please call:
Sports Attack
Customer Service Dept. Ph 800.717.4251
Fx 775.345.2883
RETURNS
To return an item, please contact our Customer Service Department at
800.717.4251.
A 15% restocking fee will be charged for any items accepted for return. It is
the customer’s responsibility to handle the repacking and shipment (as well as
all associated fees) back to Sports Attack. No returns will be accepted after
30 days of receiving this product.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Sports Attack LLC. equipment. Proper assembly,
careful operation and consistent maintenance of this equipment will ensure
that it gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service
life. This manual contains the information needed to properly set up the Team
Ball Feeder, and to use, care for and maintain the Team Ball Feeder, in a
manner which will ensure its optimum performance.
RECEIVING THE PRODUCT
Please check the contents of your boxes to ensure you have received all parts
for the feeder. If anything is missing or damaged, call Sports Attack Customer
Service at
800-717-4251. If the product or package
has been damaged in shipping, note on shipping tag, save all evidence of
damage along with related documents and contact the shipper immediately. See
page 5 for Assembly instructions.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Use a 115 volt single phase 3-wire (2 wire with ground) grounded power source. Up to 200 ft. from power source, use a minimum #14/3 grounded 3-wire 15 amp minimum rating extension cord. Over 200 ft. from power source, consult a licensed electrician for required power cord size.
OPERATING SAFETY
CAUTION:
Carefully check Team Ball Feeder for completeness and condition before
connecting to electrical power:
- Drive belt must be in alignment with motor pulley.
- Make sure rear leg is aligned with both front legs. Rear leg is parallel to the front legs.
- Check to make sure the hitter’s warning light is on.
- Never cross home plate when the warning light is “ON”.
- When warning light is “ON,” be ready for a pitch.
- Occasionally the Team Ball Feeder may skip a pitch. Be alert for the following pitch.
- It is possible that the Team Ball Feeder could skip a pitch at the end of its supply of balls causing the hitter to think the last ball has been delivered. Always be prepared for a pitched ball as long as the light is “ON” and the feeder is in operation.
- Use protective screen in front of pitching machine. Make sure it is tall enough to also protect the feeder.
- Test pitches before allowing a hitter to enter the batter’s box.
Carefully check the Team Ball Feeder frequently for cleanliness, chips and
cracks.
Do not use if damaged. (For damage within Warranty period, see Warranty
Statement, page i.)
Do not allow anyone to walk in front of the machine if it is connected to
electrical power.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
Carefully read all instructions in this manual, and all labels and warnings on
Team Ball Feeder before using this machine. Use machine only under adult
supervision. Failure to operate Team Ball Feeder as described in this manual
can result in severe personal injury or death.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Team Ball Feeder must be connected to a properly grounded electrical
receptacle.
- Do not operate on wet ground.
CAUTION
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
DO NOT allow anyone to walk in front of the machine if it is connected to
electrical power.
- Carefully check Team Ball Feeder for completeness and condition before connecting to electrical power.
- At all times when the red warning light is “ON” it is possible a ball will be pitched. Be alert.
EQUIPMENT
ELECTRICAL
DAMAGE
DO NOT plug in or energize this equipment until all Assembly Instructions (see
pages 4-6) and Operation Instructions (see page 7) are read and followed.
FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS
TEAM BALL FEEDER PATENTS APPLIED FOR
Not Shown:
- Ball Feed Chute (1)
- Feed Trough (1)
- Manual
INCLUDED MATERIALS
Baseball
Qty Item
6 5/16” x 2” Bolts
6 5/16” Nylon Nuts
Softball
Qty Item
3 5/16” x 2” Bolts
3 5/16” Nylon Nuts
TOOLS REQUIRED
Qty Item
2 ½” Wrenches or wrench and socket-ratchet combo.
For missing parts, please call:
Sports Attack
Customer Service Dept.
Ph: 800-717-4251
Fx :775-345-2883
TEAM BALL FEEDER ASSEMBLY
Your Team Feeder will arrive fully assembled and strapped to pallet.
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Remove straps from the machine
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Team Feeder is shipped with shipping legs . Team Feeder with shipping legs on pallet
These will need to be removed and discarded. Install the actual machine legs. -
Remove ball feed chute from pitching machine and install feed chute supplied with the Team Ball Feeder.
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Assemble ball feed trough. See page 6.
CAUTION
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
Use of the softball feeder on a machine set up for baseball could result in
equipment damage and/or personal injury.
- Align ball feed trough and Team Ball Feeder to pitching machine.
Align ball feed trough under Team Ball Feeder.
Align ball feed trough from Team Ball Feeder to pitching machine (Front View).
When aligning the Team Ball Feeder, ball feed trough and pitching
machine, make sure the hitter’s warning light will be visible to the batter
while they are practicing.
NOTE:
The Team Feeder is supplied with one (1) ball feed chute.
CAUTION
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
Use of the softball feeder on a machine set up for baseball could result in
equipment damage and/or personal injury.
TEAM BALL FEEDER BALL TRAY ASSEMBLY
Installing the ball tray assembly for the Team Feeder on the Hack Attack and
Junior Hack Attack Baseball and Softball Pitching Machines.
MATERIAL
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Taking the bracket and the two (2) mounting bolts , Attaching bracket.
select the proper alignment holes on the bracket for baseball or softball . Alignment selection
A Softball
B Baseball
IMPORTANT Make sure the bracket is attached with the rubber tube facing up . Team Ball Feeder and bracket.
A Rubber tube should be facing up.
B Metal tube should be facing down. Ball tray assembly at pitching machine with mounting bracket (ball tray to feeder) installed. -
Using the ½ inch wrenches or ratchet, attach the bracket to the team feeder (See Figure 6 below). The Team Feeder is now ready to attach to your pitching machine.
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Line the team feeder up directly behind the pitching machine, leaving enough space between the chute and the bracket to allow for the tray that will carry the balls to the machine.
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Attach the flexible stem socket to the flexible stem (See Figure 8), being sure the flexible stem inserts fully into the flexible stem socket.
The ball tray assembly is now fully assembled and ready to use.
INCLUDED MATERIALS
Qty Item
1 Bracket with Flexible Stem
2 5/16” x 2 1/4”Mounting Bolts
1 Tray
2 5/16” USS Washer
1 5/16” Nylon Lock Nut
1 Mounting Bracket
(ball tray to feeder)
TOOLS REQUIRED
Qty Item
2 ½” Wrenches or wrench
To order additional parts, please contact:
Sports Attack
Customer Service Dept. Ph 800.717.4251
Fx 775.345-2883
To order additional parts, please contact:
Sports Attack
Customer Service Dept.
Ph :800.717.4251
Fx :775.345.2883
TEAM BALL FEEDER OPERATION
REMOTE ON/OFF/MANUAL ON SWITCH
- This switch starts and stops the Team Ball Feeder, which also turns the warning light “ON” and “OFF.”
- Have pitching machine turned on with the wheels turning fast enough to deliver a ball so that the first ball from the feeder does not jam in the pitching machine.
- NEW 3-POSITION POWER SWITCH
Turning the switch to “Remote On” allows you to turn the feeder “ON” and “OFF” using the remote only. Turning the switch to “Manual On” turns power on and disables remote access. The “Power” light and the “Safety Warning Light” (facing hitter) indicate the feeder power is “ON” and the unit is dispensing balls.
HITTER’S SAFETY WARNING LIGHT
- Any time the hitter’s safety warning light is on or the Team Ball Feeder is turning, a pitch could be delivered.
- Care must be taken as the Team Ball Feeder might skip a pitch or deliver a pitch after skipping a pitch near the end of the supply of balls, causing it to appear that no more balls remain to be pitched. One or more balls may have been so distributed in the Team Ball Feeder that a pitch is skipped, causing the hitter to think that the Team Ball Feeder is empty. Be ready at all times.
GENERAL OPERATION
- Do not mix different types of balls.
- ALWAYS use protective screen to protect Team Feeder from batted balls and line drives or void warranty.
CAUTION
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
Team Ball Feeder should be used under adult supervision only! The on/off
switch is intentionally located out of reach of children.
- Use of the softball feeder on a machine set up for baseball could result in equipment damage and/or personal injury.
- Any time the hitter’s warning light is “ON” or the Team Ball Feeder is turning, a pitch may be delivered.
Be alert at all times.
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