Lifetime #7525 - Manual (Page 5)

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For a nonpermanent installation of your basketball system, a Ground Sleeve
provides an alternative to cementing the pole into the ground. See Page 14 for
more information.
24”
18”
14.5”
BP
 1.1 Dig a round hole 24” deep and
18” in diameter. The edge of the
hole should be flush with the edge of the
playing surface.
1.2 Make a mark 14.5” up from
the dimpled end of the Bottom
Pole (BP) (do not scratch the
powder coating).
2 2.1 Mix 5 1/2 bags of concrete, following the directions on the concrete
bags. Keep in mind that a thicker mix of concrete will dry stronger.
2.2 Fill the hole to the top with concrete.
2.3 Insert the dimpled end of the Bottom Pole
into the cement up to the 14.5” mark and 4”
away from the playing surface.
Warning: If the pole is buried too deep or
too shallow, the Rim will not be at the correct
height.
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Note: Form the cement into a downward slope away
from the pole to allow water runoff. Failure to do so may
result in premature rusting of the pole.
Important: Save a 1/2 bag of concrete mix to use later in the assembly.
3.1 The slots in the Bottom Pole must be parallel
to the playing surface. If necessary, insert a
straight object (a ruler, wire, etc.) through the slots in the
Bottom Pole. Rotate the pole until the straight object is
parallel to the playing surface.
4 4.1 Place the 1/2” x 3’ rebar (not included) inside the Bottom Pole
(BP).
4.2 Check the pole several times within the first hour
to make sure that all sides are vertical and that the pole
does not sink into the concrete. The 14.5” mark must
remain level with the playing surface.
Rebar
Important: Allow 1-4 hours for the concrete
to set.
Important: Do not continue until the concrete has
set for 1-4 hours.
5 5.1 Remove the straight object from the top of the pole.
5.2 Mix the remaining 1/2 bag of concrete and pour the concrete
into the Bottom Pole until it is just below the slots in the top of the
pole.
Important: Do not overfill the pole, or you may not be able to
assemble the rest of the pole sections.
5.3 Tamp the concrete down in the Bottom Pole with a broom handle
to remove any air pockets.
5.4 Clean all excess concrete off the outside surface of the pole.
STOP!
The concrete must cure for at least 72 hours (3 days) before installing the rest
of the system. In humid climates or wet weather, allow additional time for the
concrete to cure. Do not proceed until the curing process is complete.
Playing
Surface
4”