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1. PLAYMATE Owner s Manual PLAYMATE SERVE LIFT Owner s Manual Serial BR PLAYMATE Rev H 1 This page has been intentionally left blank Rev H 1 PLAYMATE SERVE LIFT Copyright by METALTEK All rights reserved This document is supplied to the user with the understanding that no part of the contents may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the written permission of METALTEK METALTEK has attempted to insure that the information included in this document was accurate and correct at the time of printing METALTEK cannot be held accountable for typographical errors or mistakes The information in this document is subject to change without notice Disclaimer Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of METALTEK METALTEK provides this document as is without warranty of any kind either expressed or implied including but not limited to the particular purpose METALTEK reserves the right to make improvements and or changes to this manual or the product s described herein at any time Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable However METALTEK assumes no responsibility for its use or any infringements on the rights of fourth parties that may result from its use This manual could include unintentional technical or typographical errors Changes are periodically made to2. OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Step 10 Place remote box in the bracket on the back of the SERVE LIFT under the handle Plug one end of the long black retractable cable into the remote box Plug the other end of the cable into the ball machine 20 Rev H 1 A WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE The SERVE LIFT controls are on the right side of the LIFT control box behind the handle The power switch is black a red light indicates that the LIFT is ON Above the power switch is a silver toggle Hold the toggle UP to raise the ball machine on the LIFT Hold the toggle DOWN to lower it Turn on power to the SERVE LIFT and to the ball machine Set the LIFT to the desired height use the remote box to set your ball machine and start playing 21 Rev H 1 A WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE PLAYMATE Consumer Connection We are here during business hours to help provide technical assistance to our customers Hours of Operation Monday Friday 8 00am 4 30pm EST If you experience difficulty with your METALTEK Products please feel free to contact us at one of the following numbers Authorized Sales 8 Service Center 22 Rev H 1 METALTEK LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY COVERAGE This warranty applies to new PLAYMATE Commercial tennis machines ACE SMASH DEUCE GENIE GRANDSLAM and SERVELIFT PLAYMATE
3. Portable Series tennis machines VOLLEY HALF VOLLEY are warranted under separate warranty This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for three 3 years from the date of purchase During the warranty period METALTEK will repair or at its option replace components that are determined to be defective and shall do so at no charge However you must pay any applicable labor and inspection charges and shipping charges to METALTEK This warranty only applies to original purchasers On PC versions of the PLAYMATE Commercial tennis machines the handheld PC units are not warranted by METALTEK but subject to a separate warranty by its manufacturer WHAT WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER This warranty does not cover damage to the machine or any part or component thereof caused by or resulting from misuse abuse accidents acts of God such as floods or hurricanes normal wear and tear failure to follow operating instructions service or modifications by any persons other than those certified by METALTEK and damage during shipment all claims must be presented to the shipper within 7 days of receipt of merchandise TO OBTAIN SERVICE In order to be eligible for service under this warranty you MUST return the attached warranty registration card within ten 10 days of purchase If something goes wrong you can contact METALTEK directly at METALTEK S PLANT REPAIR POLICY METALTEK may refer you to an Authorized Sales and Service Represent
4. ative for consultation and or inspection of the problem and to correct if possible There may be an inspection charge for on site inspection You will be responsible for any labor charges and for prepayment of the costs of returning the machine or part s to METALTEK Parts should be returned in a protective package to avoid in transit damage Such damage is not covered by this warranty THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL COINCIDE IN DURATION WITH THE THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY IN NO EVENT SHALL METALTEK BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES Note Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state No dealer has the right to modify this warranty or to make any representation or promise on behalf of METALTEK 23 Rev H 1 PLAYMATE
5. e prong extension cord to supply power to this SERVE LIFT Close supervision is necessary when operating this equipment near children Never walk in front of this SERVE LIFT when the attached ball machine is operating Tennis balls leave the ball machine at high speeds and could cause serious injury Always stand to the side or behind the SERVE LIFT when attempting to alter the settings of the various controls Do not stand under the ball machine on the SERVE LIFT do not operate SERVE LIFT in windy conditions Always wear protective eyewear when attempting any repairs or adjustments on this equipment Never attempt any repairs of adjustments on this equipment when it is plugged in Always turn the power switch OFF and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD This SERVE LIFT is intended for use with a PLAYMATE Commercial Series machine ONLY It is NOT compatible with the PLAYMATE Portable Series machines Always make sure to turn this equipment OFF when it is not in use Rev H 1 Electrical Requirements A heavy duty grounded three prong power cord not included is recommended for use with the PLAYMATE SERVE LIFT All machines should be plugged into a 120V 50 60 Hz outlet 220V 50 60 Hz outlet for overseas machines equipped with transformers If you are using an extension cord of 50 feet long or less we recommend that you use a 16 gauge or heavier extension cord that is grounded For longer distances a 14 gauge grounded extension cord is r
6. ecommended Rev H 1 Getting Started Your new PLAYMATE SERVE LIFT should have arrived securely packed Make sure to inspect the equipment for any damages that could have occurred during shipping If the equipment is damaged please save the box and all packing materials for inspection purposes Inside the packing box you should have found the owner s manual and warranty card If any of these are missing please notify METALTEK immediately Your new PLAYMATE SERVE LIFT should be ready for use in only a few minutes by completing the following easy steps Compatibility The SERVE LIFT is designed to be used with a PLAYMATE Commercial machine ACE SMASH DEUCE GENIE GRAND SLAM turning it into a state of the art serving machine NOTE The PLAYMATE PORTABLE SERIES machines are NOT compatible with the SERVE LIFT Rev H 1 OWNER OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY It is the owner s responsibility to properly use and maintain this equipment The instructions and warnings contained in this manual shall be read and understood by the owner operator prior to operating this equipment Use only as a lifting device for a PLAYMATE COMMERCIAL MACHINE The owner operator shall retain this manual for future reference of important warnings operating and maintenance instructions CAUTION Do not stand under the ball machine Do not use during windy conditions Storage The PLAYMATE SERVE LIFT should be kept where it is not subject to physical ab
7. ennis game is to practice That may sound like simple advice but it is advice we take very seriously here at METALTEK We believe that the best way to practice your game is to spend some quality time on the court with a ball machine By utilizing a ball machine as a constant partner you will be able to repeatedly attack all the shots that make up your range as a player whether that means strengthening your weaknesses or perfecting your strengths A ball machine is your best choice of practice partner when it comes to developing a well rounded game In this age of technological development we have tried to find a happy balance between technical complexity and ease of operation We have worked hard to maintain the clean simple appearance of our design and the utility of our controls while generating machines that can offer full game simulation and programmability After only a short while with this manual you should have your new PLAYMATE up and running and be practicing the shots that you want to be practicing Rev H 1 Safety Instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock fire injury to persons and other damage when using this product please follow these basic safety precautions 1 2 10 11 Read all instructions carefully before operating this SERVE LIFT To protect against the risk of electrical shock never immerse any part of this equipment in water or any other liquid Always use a grounded thre
8. ople are REQUIRED to place a PLAYMATE Ball Machine on the SERVE LIFT Your SERVE LIFT is now ready for your PLAYMATE Commercial Series Ball Machine ACE SMASH DEUCE GENIE GRAND SLAM and PLAYMATE PC The ACE machine regular hopper is shown in these pictures Step 4 Identify in which channel to place your machine The inside channel closest to the LIFT is for a regular hopper machine the outside channel is for a large hopper machine 15 Rev H 1 A WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Step 5 Lift the ball machine onto the channel bracket Rev H 1 AR WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE 16 Step 6 Push the top of the machine towards the LIFT Lower the hopper clamp onto the hopper Step 7 Rotate both hopper clamp levers to the upright position WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Step 8 Plug the ball machine in to the SERVE LIFT The plug is on the RIGHT side of the LIFT and ball machine when standing behind the LIFT holding the handle 18 Rev H 1 WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS M RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Step 9 Plug the SERVE LIFT in We recommend using a 3 prong grounded extension cord 19 Rev H 1 A WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND
9. the information herein with the changes incorporated into new editions of the publication Rev H 1 Dear Valued Customer Congratulations on the purchase of your new PLAYMATE Tennis Ball Machine We have packed over 40 years of experience and dedication into the production of each and every ball machine that leaves our high tech facility in Raleigh North Carolina It is our mission to build the most durable dependable and player friendly machines Quality is assured from the gear motors and pitching wheels to the fully programmable control boxes and remote controls We hope that you enjoy your new ball machine as much as we enjoyed building it We encourage your comments and suggestions on how we could better serve you in the future Please feel free to contact us on our Consumer Connection Line at 1 800 776 6770 Sincerely yours Alfred F Yarur President and CEO Rev H 1 Contents Introduction 2m 2 aan Ei 6 Safety Instructions uaununununananaunununanannununananan nun un u au aa 7 Electrical Requirements 2s200000n0n0nnnnununununananannnn ann 8 Getting Started iaa 9 Owner Operator Responsibility j jj 10 UO AG oi SOLL URLTLITT 11 Operation san a ak 11 ASSOMDIY iii a 11 PLAYMATE Consumer ComnectiON coccococonconcnnoncnnonennonons 14 Warranty and Limitations of Liability 15 Rev H 1 Introduction The best way to improve your t
10. use and excessive dirt Ideally when not in use the PLAYMATE SERVE LIFT should be stored in a dry clean environment Operation Prior to operating the SERVE LIFT a visual inspection should be made Always check for any bent worn loose or missing parts especially after a long storage period 10 Rev H 1 WARNING BEFORE YOU BEGIN make certain the power switch is turned OFF on both the SERVE LIFT and the ball machine Rev H 1 HA WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Assembly and Operation Step 1 The PLAYMATE SERVE LIFT will arrive in the down shipping position WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Step 2 Lift the front of the SERVE LIFT 13 Rev H 1 A WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Step 3 Continue to hold the SERVE LIFT in place Walk around to the side with the handle on it CAUTION LIFT IS HEAVY Insert rod in hole as shown Be sure to hold the handle Tighten the triangular screws on each side of the LIFT Be sure to tighten BOTH sides At the top of the SERVE LIFT is a clamp that will come down over the edge of the ball machine Make certain that the hopper clamp is rotated towards the LIFT 14 Rev H 1 HA WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE TWO 2 pe
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