Lifetime 73621 - User Manual

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Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

The Lifetime World Class Basketball and Rim Combo Set, Model #73621, is a comprehensive basketball system designed for home use, offering a durable and versatile setup for recreational play. This combo set includes a backboard, rim, and all necessary hardware for assembly, with options for various mounting configurations.

Function Description:

The primary function of this product is to provide a complete basketball hoop system for personal use. It allows users to practice shooting, play games, and enjoy basketball activities in their backyard, driveway, or other suitable locations. The system is designed to be mounted to an existing pole, wall, or roof using compatible brackets, offering flexibility in installation based on the user's needs and available space. The rim is designed with a spring-loaded mechanism to absorb impact, enhancing durability and playability. The backboard provides a sturdy surface for rebounds, while the net completes the traditional basketball hoop setup.

Important Technical Specifications:

Model Number: #73621
Components: Backboard (BB, Part # ZJ04299), Rim (DD, Part # 825608), Net (AA, Part # DD00200), Rim Support Bracket (CC, Part # AM01500), Spring Retainer Plate (HJ, Part # 804033).
Hardware (HH04900E):
- 5/16" Hex T-Nut (HA, Part # 300066) - 2 pcs
- 5/16" Push Nut (HC, Part # 300114) - 2 pcs
- 5/16" Flat Washer (HD, Part # 302014) - 4 pcs
- Rubber Washer (HE, Part # 302056) - 2 pcs
- 5/16" x 2 1/2" Tap Bolt (HF, Part # 302060) - 2 pcs
- 5/16" x 5" Hex Bolt (HG, Part # 302061) - 2 pcs
- 5/16" Nylock Flange Nut (HH, Part # 302090) - 4 pcs
- Compression Springs (HI, Part # 502060) - 2 pcs
- 5/16" x 1" Screw (HK, Part # BS00800) - 2 pcs
Minimum Operational Height: 7'6" (2.23m) to the rim.
Assembly Requirement: A minimum of two adults are required for assembly.
Tools Required (Not Included): Adjustable Wrench, 1/2" Wrenches (2), 3/8" Wrench.
Warranty: 5-year limited factory warranty covering defects in material or workmanship.

Usage Features:

Versatile Mounting Options: The backboard can be mounted to any Lifetime Products® brand pole or most other commercially available poles. It is also compatible with Lifetime Products® Pole Mounting Units or Universal Mounting Brackets, which allow for installation on a wall, roof, or 3 1/2" pole.
Rim Support System: The system emphasizes proper rim support. The rim is not designed to be mounted directly to the backboard without additional support. A Rim Support Bracket (CC) and Spring Retainer Plate (HJ) are included to provide adequate support, preventing damage to the backboard and ensuring durability.
Adjustable Rim Tension (Option 1): When using backboard brackets with a U-Bolt, the Nylock Flange Nuts (HH) can be tightened to adjust the rim tension, allowing for customization of play feel.
Spring-Loaded Rim (Option 1): The inclusion of Compression Springs (HI) contributes to a spring-loaded rim, which helps absorb impact during dunks or aggressive play, reducing stress on the backboard and extending the life of the system.
Clear Assembly Instructions: The manual provides detailed, step-by-step instructions with illustrations for assembly, including two main options (Option 1 for U-Bolt brackets, Option 2 for brackets without a U-Bolt) to accommodate different mounting scenarios.
Safety Warnings: Prominent warnings are provided to ensure user safety, emphasizing the importance of careful assembly, proper support, and adherence to instructions to prevent serious personal injuries or property damage.
Customer Service Support: Lifetime Products offers customer service for missing parts, assembly assistance, and ordering replacement parts, accessible via a toll-free number during business hours.
Product Registration: Users are encouraged to register their product online for benefits such as new product notifications, promotions, and direct communication in case of product recalls or safety modifications.

Maintenance Features:

Cleaning Instructions: The backboard should only be cleaned with approved cleaning materials such as Windex¹, Joy², Mr. Clean², Fantastik³, and Formula 409⁴. Using other chemicals will void the warranty.
Warranty Coverage: The 5-year limited factory warranty covers defects in material or workmanship, encouraging proper maintenance and care to ensure the product's longevity. It's important to note that the warranty does not cover defects resulting from misuse, abuse, negligence, improper installation, alteration, accident, vandalism, rusting, "acts of nature," or damage from intentional acts like hanging from the net or rim.
Replacement Parts: The instruction manual advises users to save the document for future reference in case the manufacturer needs to be contacted for replacement parts, facilitating easy identification of components.
Rust Prevention: During assembly, users are cautioned not to scrape away all powder coating when test-fitting bolts, as bare metal may rust. This highlights the importance of maintaining the protective coating for durability.
Proper Assembly for Durability: The instructions emphasize that proper and complete assembly is essential for proper orientation and to reduce the risk of accident or injury, which directly contributes to the system's long-term durability and performance. Failure to provide adequate support behind the backboard will void the product warranty, underscoring the importance of correct installation for maintenance.

This basketball system is designed for recreational use and is not intended for institutional or commercial applications, as such use would void the warranty. The emphasis on safety, proper assembly, and specific cleaning guidelines ensures that users can enjoy their basketball system for years to come while maintaining its condition and warranty.