HORSESHOE GAME SET - Harbor Freight Tools

HORSESHOE GAME SET
90357
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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Specifications
Horseshoe Dimensions
Horseshoe Weight
Stake Dimensions
Stake Weight
7.5” L x 6.5” W x 5/8” T
2.2 Lbs. (each)
24” L x 3/4” D
3.2 Lbs. (each)
Save This Manual
You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions,
operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this
manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and
invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
Safety Warnings and Precautions
WARNING: When using product, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
Read all instructions before using this product!
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
2. Observe work area conditions. Keep work area well lighted.
3. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area during court
building and game set up. Children must be closely supervised by a responsible adult
when playing horseshoes.
4. Store idle equipment. When not in use, Horseshoes must be stored in a dry location
to inhibit rust.
5. Use the right product. There are certain applications for which this product was
designed. Do not modify this product and do not use this product for a purpose for
which it was not intended.
6. Use eye protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles when
building your Horseshoe court .
7. Maintain products with care. Keep Horseshoes clean for better and safer
performance. The Horseshoes must be kept clean, dry, and free from oil and grease
at all times.
8. Check for damaged parts. Before using Horseshoes, any part that appears
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced.
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9. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories
intended for use with this product. Approved accessories are available from Harbor
Freight Tools.
10. Do not assemble or use the product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Read warning labels if taking prescription medicine to determine if your judgment or
reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not use the product.
11. Maintenance and Storage. Keep the components dry and stored in a location out of
reach of children.
Warning: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood
by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be
built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
Unpacking
When unpacking, check to make sure the parts listed on page 4 are included. If any parts
are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this
manual as soon as possible.
Assembly
Building a Horseshoe Court
Note: Find a level, open surface, free of obstructions to set up your court.
See FIGURE 1 on page 4.
1. Place Stakes 40 feet apart.
2. Stakes should extend 14” to 15” above the pit surface.
3. Stakes should be a minimum of 21 inches from the back and front of the pit.
4. Construct your Horseshoe pits 31” to 36” wide and 43” to 72” deep. A minimum depth of 4
inches and a preferred depth of 8 inches is recommended. We also recommend filling your
Horseshoe pits with sand, sawdust, loose soil, or clay. If you use clay it must be watered often
to maintain its texture.
5. Mark a foul line 3 feet in front of each stake. This makes the actual throwing distance 37
feet from foul line to Stake.
7. Construct a wood backboard (not included) at least four feet behind each stake. It should
extend the width of the pit and be at least one foot high.
Rules
1. Each player stands behind the foul line and pitches two shoes followed by the opponents
two shoes. A point does not count if the player crosses the foul line when pitching.
2. When playing teams, half the team pitches from one Stake and half from the other.
3. Games are usually played to forty points.
Scoring
1. A shoe must be one Horseshoe width (measured from the outside of the open end of the
shoe) from the Stake to score a point. The closest shoe to the Stake gets one point. If you
have two shoes closer than any of your opponent’s, you get two points.
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Scoring (continued)
2. Ringers must completely encircle the Stake; meaning that the ends of the Horseshoe can
be touched with a straight edge without touching the Stake. Ringers count for 3 points.
3. If you have the closest shoe and a ringer, it is worth 4 points.
4. If you throw a ringer on top of your opponents ringer they cancel each other out and no
points are scored.
5. Leaners are considered closer than any adjacent shoe except ringers and are worth 1
point.
Warning! Horseshoes are heavy and dangerous objects when thrown. Do not throw near
any persons or animals. All competitors must be well clear of the pit when another competitor
is pitching.
Backboard at least 3 feet behind the Stake
FIGURE 1
Pit
Foul Line
Foul Line
Pit
Stake
3 Feet 3 Feet
Stake
40 feet between stakes
Parts List
Part No. Description Qty.
1 Horseshoe 2
2 Stake 2
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NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available
individually as replacement parts.
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