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MISCELLANEOUS TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Wall Mount Structure SAFETY WARNING!
Due to the aggressive nature of basketball today it is likely, regardless of the level of supervision and facility rules, play will include hanging on the
goal either intentionally or in the course of play. The structural failure of any component will put players or fans in danger of grave injury or even death
should the structure fail. For this reason, Bison has designed all mounting brackets, hardware and structure to be of the highest quality. Your facility
can feel confident installing Bison wall structures in conjunction with Bison goals, backboards and padding, assuming the safety guidelines outlined
below are followed.
1. Install structure only to walls capable of supporting the load placed on the wall by the weight of the structure and the potential for additional weight
of players hanging and bouncing. Generally, the further the backboard is extended from the wall the more load that is applied. Poured concrete or
concrete block walls are superior. It is inadvisable to mount structure to walls with wooden or steel studs unless additional work approved by an
engineer is done to provide additional support.
2. Due to the differences in wall construction, Bison does not provide the anchors to mount the wall boards to the wall. Consult a professional architect,
engineer or contractor to determine safe methods for installation to your facility's walls unless you are confident in your internal facility abilities. Bison
will not assume liability for the installation of any wall mount structure shown in this catalog.
3. If the wall mount structure is being installed above bleachers it is strongly recommended (but not required) by NCAA and National High School
Federation rules to install a safety device similar to the Bison BA950LR Structure Catch. The BA950LR acts as a safety belt to " catch " the structure
before it falls in case of failure of the wall mounting anchors or other structural components. The device mounts to the ceiling structural components.
4. It is always wise to pad the bottom of the backboard for all levels of play. NCAA and National High School Federation rules require backboard
padding similar to Bison's BA68U DuraSkin for all games governed by their rules.
5. If your wall is less than 10' from the face of the backboard, it is highly recommended
that the wall is padded to avoid player contact injuries. See Bison Wall Padding
options on pages 32-36.
6. Always follow all installation instructions carefully. Do not omit hardware or take
shortcuts.
Competition Backboards
Details on Pages 18 and 19
7. Once structure is installed it is advisable to inspect annually for loose bolts as the
vibration of basketball play may eventually loosen wall mount anchors and the
hardware.
8. Studies have shown that 42 " x 72 " glass backboards reduce the risk of player
injury from backboard contact. Bison manufactures 48 " x 72 " backboards only for
replacement applications.
9. Many manufacturers now produce glass backboards that are nearly impossible to
break during play. The small additional cost will provide peace of mind. See Bison
BA42XL, BA44XL or BA48XL on pages 16-17.
Bison Limited Warranties
All Bison products are warranted against manufacturing defects at the time of delivery. In addition, most products are covered by warranty periods stated in
the description of the product. Where listed as " limited " , warranties cover damage or failure that occurs during the course of " normal or intended use " of the
warranted product. Normal or intended use is described as activity that is necessary for the participation in the sport for which the equipment is designed.
Bison Limited Warranties do not cover any damage or failure that is the direct or indirect result of any use that is not deemed in the sole discretion of Bison
to be " normal and intended use " . When warranties are stated as " unconditional " or " unconditional replacement " , the above stated limitations do not normally
apply except in cases where damage was obviously the result of a malicious act of vandalism. Where no specific length or type of warranty is listed in the
catalog, the product is warranted to be free from manufacturer's defects and for the intended purpose at the time of shipment. Whether or not stated as such,
all Bison warranties allow Bison to repair or replace warranted products at Bison's sole option. Normal deterioration of products due to weather, wear and tear,
or other causes that do not affect functional use are not covered by Bison warranties, regardless of type of stated warranty. All warranties are valid only when
product is used in the intended application as outlined in Bison's printed literature, when installed according to Bison's instructions and when matched with
compatible components as described in Bison's literature. Under no circumstances will product shown in the Residential Basketball section of this catalog be
warranted for commercial or institutional use. Due to the abusive nature of pay-to-play facilities, unless specifically agreed to in writing, Bison products carry
no warranty except for obvious manufacturing defects when used in a facility where players pay an individual or group fee to use Bison equipment. Bison will
pay ground freight only to repair or replace defective merchandise. Unless otherwise stated, Bison will not assume any liability for labor costs incurred for
removal or replacement of product replaced or repaired under warranty.
Bison Return Policy
No merchandise may be returned without prior authorization by calling 800-247-7668. Merchandise returned without a return authorization number clearly visible
on the packaging will be held for no more than 10 days at which time all return credit is forfeited. Upon receipt of request for return, an authorization number
will be issued by Bison and must appear on all return shipping labels. All returns must be shipped prepaid (UPS, FedEx or truck preferred) to 1100 SW 6th
Street, Lincoln NE 68522. Collect returns will not be accepted. Credit for defective merchandise will be issued only when our inspection department determines
the merchandise to be covered by our warranty. All salable merchandise returned is subject to a 35% restocking charge and all freight costs with a minimum
restocking charge of $100. Due to their custom design, scoring tables and wall padding are not returnable. Sport nets are not returnable once opened.
Catalog Disclaimer
Photos and descriptions in this catalog are for reference only and are not intended to be used as technical specifications or for installation purposes. Some
product photos may not exactly represent actual product shipped. Products are subject to change without notice. Any major changes in function or design will
be communicated by Bison customer service if possible at time of order.
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Caution!
Wall mount structure requires a minimum ceiling and
wall height as well as an acceptable wall mounting
surface. Generally, brick or block walls are superior.
It is inadvisable to mount structure to walls with wooden
or steel studs unless additional work approved by an
engineer is done to provide additional support. Bison
does not provide wall anchors with any structure.
The purchaser assumes all liability for proper selection
of anchors, supporting of walls, and installation. Bison
will not assume liability for the installation of any wall
mounting structure shown in this catalog. Consult a
professional architect, engineer or contractor to
determine safe methods for installation to your
facility's wall construction.
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