Pro Series Cage Frames & Netting

Instructions

Before you begin installing your frame, there are a few items you will want to have and check!

1. Be sure that you have the appropriate number of frame sections for the net you are using. The sections should not be placed more than 20 feet apart.
2. Be sure to have a ladder that will safely allow the user to reach 14' high. (Two ladders are better if two people are involved)
3. Be sure to have supplies and hardware to hang your net. The frame comes complete with 3 EYE hooks' to secure your net.
4. You will need two pieces for each frame section (each being between 1' - 3' long) that are 2" in diameter. These are part of the package.
5. Purchase an appropriate amount of cement to cement the PVC pipes into the ground. You will need to cement two pieces into the ground for each frame section
6. Be sure to have the appropriate tools to dig holes for the frame to go in.
7. Basic supplies such as a tape measure, marking spray paint, hacksaw, hand held sledge and a block of wood.
8. You will need 3 snaps for each frame section that will connect your cage net to your frame. Note that you must purchase these separately either from www.baseballtips.com or at a local hardware store. Call us toll free at 1-800-487-7432 for service.

Now that you have all of your supplies you are ready to go!

Step #1
Determine the length of the net that you purchased & will be using.

Mark out on the ground (with your marking spray paint) a line that shows the front and rear of the cage. This is where the first and last frame section will go.

Step #2
Take your overall length (as determined in Step #1) and divide it out to determine the location of the middle frame sections.

Divide the overall length of your cage by the number of frame sections minus 1
(for example, if you purchased 5 frame sections and your overall length is 70', then divide 70' by 4. This comes out to 17'-3 in between each section).

On the ground, mark where each of the middle frame sections goes by leaving the determined distance between each section.

Step #3
Using the marks from #1 & #2 you will need to determine and mark where each leg of each frame will go into the ground. They need to be an accurate15' apart, as frames have minimal give in them, and will not go into the ground at significantly different widths.

Step #4
Prior to digging your holes, you will need to determine the overall height that you wish the frame to be. You will need to subtract at least 1/2 of a foot from your net height (if you purchased a net that is 12' high, you will need to set the frame at no more than a height of 11 1/2 feet). You will then need to subtract your hanging height (1/2 foot less than your net) from your overall frame section height.

Remember, the ground sleeves that go into the holes are 24"" long

Step #5
Using the marks from #3 and the depths from #4, dig your holes in the ground and then cement the appropriate length piece of 24" galvanized steel piping in the ground to accept the frame.
Allow the cement to dry as recommended.

Step #6
Open each box of frame section. Lay all of the pieces for each section on the ground individually.
Each of the frame sections consists of 5 different items:
2 uprights, 2- 24" ground sleeves, 1 cross bar, 2 elbows, 3 eyebolts to hang your cage net.

Step #7
Take each of the uprights and place them into the ground sleeves. They should be snug.

Step #8
Assemble 7 install elbows and crossbar. Note that eyebolts can be installed more easily while crossbar is on the ground.

Step #9
Repeat steps #6 - #8 for each remaining section.

Step #10
You are now ready to begin hanging your net.
Place your net underneath the frame and roll it out so that the entire net is under the frame sections. The net will be hung UNDERNEATH the frames NOT on top of the frames.

Step #12
Begin at one end and locate the top corner of your net. Using your ladder, connect 1 of your snaps or caribeeners to this corner eyebolt, then one more in the middle eyebolt and the 3rd on the opposite corner eyebolt.

Step #13
Locate the opposite top corner of your cage net and repeat step #12 to the far end frame section.

Step#14
Now locate the center of the net and attach snaps or caribeeners as you did on the two end frame sections.

Step #15
Repeat until all sections are completed

Step #16
Here's an Optional Step For You To Further secure the 4 sides of your batting cage net to your vertical upright frame sections.

You can purchase and cut lengths of black poly rope that you can tie between at least 2 mesh squares with the other rope end knotted to the vertical uprights.

You will want to allow the net to give at least 6 inches inward before the rope is tight. Attach these securing ropes at the bottom of each section and approximately 6' up the side. This will mean at least 4 securing points per frame section (you may use more as needed. These ropes will allow the cage to give, but will keep the net from blowing in and interfering with the batter or the pitcher.

Congratulations, you have now completed your batting cage project. Now ENJOY!!

btw:
Batting cage Accessories are available from www.Baseballtips.com

• Turf Stance mats for home plate
• Cage Turf
• Netsavers and backdrops for behind the batter
• Barrier netting

All are available by phone as well.
Call Toll Free at 1 800 487 7432!