Heater SPORTS PowerAlley 360 12 Inch Lite Softball Machine Owner’s Manual
- July 23, 2024
- Heater SPORTS
Table of Contents
Heater SPORTS PowerAlley 360 12 Inch Lite Softball Machine
Specifications
- Model: PASOFT199_360
- Serial Number: Write in the space provided above
- Version: PL001
- Date: 04/2024
Product Information
This pitching machine is designed to be used with Heater Lite-Balls only. Using real softballs will damage the machine and void the warranty. It is recommended to use the official Heater Lite-Balls for optimal performance. This product is intended for use by adults only. Care should be taken to keep all body parts away from the ball entry and exit points to prevent injury.
- Insert Top Legs (3x D) into the bottom of Tripod (B), ensuring the push pins lock in place.
- Insert the Bottom Leg (3x E) into the bottom of the Top Legs (D), making sure the push pins are secure.
- Insert Top Pole (C) into the top of Tripod (B) and secure it tightly with Top Pole Hardware (F).
- For stability on soft surfaces, position the Ground Stakes (2x G) on the back legs to lock in place.
- Position the Tripod so the front faces you and insert the Long Bolt through the right side of the Tripod.
- Slide the Machine Housing (A) close to the Tripod, ensuring it fits inside the Pre-Assembled Housing Clamp.
- Slide Flat Washer (1st) and Lock Washer (2nd) onto the Long Bolt, then tighten the Knob until the machine is in the desired pitching position.
Warnings
- This product is for adult use only.
- Avoid placing hands and body parts near the ball exit.
- Ensure everyone is clear of the ball path.
- Turn off the pitching machine when refilling or retrieving balls.
- Confirm the pitching machine is aimed correctly before batting.
FAQ
- Q: Can I use real softballs with this machine?
- A: No, using real softballs will damage the machine and void the warranty. Only use Heater Lite-Balls for optimal performance.
- Q: Is this machine suitable for children?
- A: No, this product is intended for adult use only due to safety concerns.
Model No. PASOFT199_360
- Serial No.
- Write the serial number in the space above for reference.
ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY
- To register your product and activate your warranty, call 1-800-492-9334
CUSTOMER CARE
- For customer service inquiries, please call our toll-free line at 1-800-492-9334.
CAUTION
- Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this product. Keep this manual for future reference.
Read Before Operating!
IMPORTANT
DO NOT RETURN THIS MACHINE TO THE RETAIL STORE WHERE PURCHASED.
CALL TOLL-FREE: 800-492-9334.
WARNING: ONLY USE HEATER LITE-BALLS IN THIS MACHINE
This Machine only uses 12″ Lite-Softballs. If you put real SoftballS IN his
lite- BALL MACHINE YOU WILL DAMAGE THE MACHINE AND VOID THE WARRANTY.
Heater Sports recommends only using official Heater Lite-Balls. These balls
are incredibly accurate, long-lasting, and produce the best performance in the
machine.
THIS PRODUCT IS TO BE USED BY ADULTS ONLY. MAKE SURE MACHINE IS TURNED OFF
BEFORE ASSEMBLY! KEEP HANDS AND ALL BODY PARTS AWAY FROM BALL ENTRY AND EXIT!
SERIOUS HAND, EYE, AND BODILY INJURY MAY OCCUR IF USED INCORRECTLY!
- Please be sure to read all of the instructions before using the Pitching Machine to ensure the machine is working properly.
- This is not a toy and an adult should supervise children. The batter must make sure the area is clear before swinging a bat.
- Stay clear of the ball opening while this is operating. Although the balls are very light, they may cause eye damage or other injury may occur.
- Children must be advised of this danger and appropriate precautions should be taken.
- Do Not use any type of ball other than Heater Lite-Balls in this machine.
- Always use a NOCSE-approved batting helmet when batting.
- DO NOT LOOK INTO THE FRONT OF THE MACHINE WHILE THE MACHINE IS RUNNING.
PARTS
- Replacement Parts Available by Calling Heater Sports
TRIPOD ASSEMBLY
- Insert Top Legs (3x D) into the bottom of Tripod (B), making sure the push pins lock in place.
- Next, insert the Bottom Leg (3x E) into the bottom of the Top Legs (D), also making sure the push pins lock in place.
- Lastly, insert the Top Pole (C) into the top of Tripod (B), securing it tightly with Top Pole Hardware (F).
- For added stability on soft surfaces, position the Ground stakes (2x G) on the back legs to lock in place.
IMPORTANT
Make Sure the Machine is Mounted so the Ball Exits Over the Front Leg When
Pitching!
HOUSING ASSEMBLY
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Position Tripod so the front of the Tripod is facing you.
Next, insert the Long Bolt attached to machine through the right side of the Tripod and out the other side. -
Slide the Machine Housing (A) close to the Tripod, making sure the Tripod fits inside the Pre-Assembled Housing Clamp.
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Slide Flat Washer (1st) and Lock Washer (2nd) onto the Long Bolt, then tighten the Knob onto Long Bolt until the machine is placed in the desired pitching position.
NOTE: A Rubber Washer May Be Between the Housing & Clamp. This Is To Help Hold the Housing In Place For Added Support.
WARNINGS
IMPORTANT: THIS PRODUCT IS TO BE USED BY ADULTS ONLY.
- KEEP HANDS AND ALL BODY PARTS AWAY FROM THE BALL EXIT! SERIOUS HAND AND BODILY INJURY MAY RESULT IF USED INCORRECTLY!
- MAKE SURE EVERY PERSON AND EVERYTHING IS CLEAR OF PITCHING MACHINE BALL PATH!
- TURN THE PITCHING MACHINE OFF TO THE “0” POSITION WHILE REFILLING THE BALL FEEDER (SOLD SEPARATELY) OR RETRIEVING BALLS!
- MAKE SURE THE MACHINE IS PITCHING AT THE DESIRED TARGET BEFORE ALLOWING THE BATTER TO START BATTING!
- POWER CORDS OVER 20 FT. CAN CAUSE THE MACHINE TO LOSE ENERGY & NOT OPERATE PROPERLY!
WARNING!
- Only use lite-balls. Do not use real balls.
- Make sure no lite-balls are in the machine before turning on.
- Make sure you only pitch 1 light at a time.
- This machine can pitch automatically. Be safe.
- Make sure the lite-ball pitch path is clear before pitching any ball.
- Do not stand in front of the machine.
- Do not operate in moisture.
- This machine may cause serious bodily injury if used improperly.
- For adult operation only.
- Machines that use a wheel to throw seamed lite-balls may throw inaccurately because of the seams and cause injury. No seamed lite-ball is recommended for use when batting.
- Always use a NOCSE-approved batting helmet with a faceguard when batting.
- Never put body parts or foreign objects in a machine or look in the ball exit of this machine.
OPERATION
CAUTION!
USE HEATER PITCHING MACHINE 12″ LITE-BALLS FOR THE MOST ACCURATE PITCH
POSSIBLE. PITCHING MACHINES THAT USE A WHEEL TO THROW BALLS WILL NOT THROW
SEAMED BALLS AS ACCURATELY BECAUSE OF THE SEAMS ON THE BALL.
IMPORTANT: THIS PRODUCT IS TO BE USED BY ADULTS ONLY. MAKE SURE MACHINE
IS TURNED OFF BEFORE ASSEMBLY! KEEP HANDS AND ALL BODY PARTS AWAY FROM ball
eXIt! SerIouS HaND aND boDIly INJury May reSult If uSeD INCorreCtly!
- Step 1: Ensure the pitching machine is turned off.
- Step 2: Plug the pitching machine into 3 prong power outlet (Make sure the pitching machine wheel is not spinning.)
- Step 3: Aim the pitching machine at the desired target and make sure every person and everything is clear of pitching machine ball path.
- Step 4: Turn the machine power switch to the “on” position.
- Step 5: Make sure the ball is pitching in the desired zone before allowing a batter to step up to hit.
- Step 6: Adjust pitch height by loosening the Pitch Height Adjustment Knob and Pitch Type Knob for your desired pitch. Re-tighten when done. Adjust ball speed by distance from batter or by ball type (See back page for ball types).
- Step 7: Once balls are done pitching, turn the machine off before collecting balls to ensure no bodily injury occurs.