OWNER'S MANUAL

PowerAlley® Lite- Pitching Machine

www.HeaterSports.com Model No. PA179 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY To register your product and activate your warranty, call 1-800-492-9334 CUSTOMER CARE For customer service inquiries, please call our toll free line at 1-800-492-9334.

CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this product. Keep this manual for future reference. Instructions Date: 07/2018 Version: 00001

DO NOT RETURN TO STORE, CALL 1-800-492-9334 WARNING LABELS & CAUTION CAREFULLY READ ALL WARNING LABELS ATTACHED TO MACHINE BEFORE OPERATION.

• Make sure all lite-balls are of • Only use Heater Lite-Balls. machine before turning on. • Pitching machines that use a wheel to • Make sure you only one lite-ball at throw seamed lite-balls may throw a time. inacurrately because of the seams and • This machine pitches automatically. may a batter and cause physical • Make sure all persons are clear of injury. Non-seamed pitching machine lite-ball path and away from pitching lite-balls are recommended for use machine before pitching any lite-ball. when . • Do not stand in front of machine. • Always use a NOCSE approved batting • Do not operate in moisture. helmet with face guard when batting. • This machine may cause serious bodily • Never put hand(s) or finger(s) in injury if used improperly. machine or look into the ball exit of this • For adult operation only. machine.

• UNDERSTAND YOUR PITCHING MACHINE. Read this Owner's Manual carefully and understand how your machine operates prior to use. To adjust speed on this machine, either move the machine further or closer to the batter or use different speed rated lite-balls (See page 9 for correct balls).

• DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE MACHINE. ALL OPERATORS MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER. Adult supervision is required at all times. This machine is not a toy and if used improperly, could cause bodily harm.

• INSPECT MACHINE BEFORE EACH USE. Always check machine prior to each use. If machine is damaged or you have questions, contact Heater Sports and a technician will help you (800-492-9334).

• PROTECT AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Keep machine away from water (i.e. rain, snow, sprinklers, etc.) to prevent against electric shock. Serious bodily injury could occur.

• USE THE CORRECT EXTENSION CORD IF NEEDED. Use an extension cord that is large enough to provide electricity to your machine. Extension cords that are not large enough will slow down the machine and may overheat it. An Industrial Grade extension cord is recommended.

• DO NOT USE MACHINE OUTSIDE WHEN THE WEATHER IS WET OR COLD. Using the machine in a wet environment will ruin the machine. Water may not only damage the machine but also the operator. Serious injury or death could occur. In addition, in temperatures below 65 degrees, the wheel will become extremely hard and will not pitch the ball properly. Always make sure machine is used in warm and dry temperatures to prevent this from happening.

• USE THE CORRECT PITCHING MACHINE BASEBALL. Only use official Heater Sports lite-balls (see page 9). DO NOT USE REAL ! DOING SO WILL DAMAGE MACHINE AND VOID THE MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY.

• NEVER TOUCH ROTATING TIRE. Don't put body parts or foreign objects inside the machine entry or exit.

• ALWAYS TEST TRAJECTORY OF PITCH BEFORE PITCHING TO BATTER. ALWAYS test the pitch location and speed before allowing a batter to step in front of the machine. ALWAYS use a NOCSE approved when batting and use an L-Screen or Protective Net when pitching to batter.

• WAIT BETWEEN PITCHES. Wait at least 8 seconds in between pitches. Feeding balls too quickly does not allow the motor to get back up to speed and will result in slower, shorter distance pitches.

• STORE MACHINE IN A CLEAN, DRY AREA. When storing, be sure to keep machine clear of any area contain- ing dust or dirt. Any area where moisture is present may cause the motor to lock up. Heater Sports recommends using a cover to prevent moisture & dirt from affecting machine. www.HeaterSports.com 1 800-492-9334 IN THE BOX COMPONENTS

Part C - Front Top Leg - Qty. 1

Part D - Back Top Leg - Qty. 2

Part E - Bottom Leg - Qty. 3 Part A Housing (Qty. 1) Part F - Ground Stakes - Qty. 2

TRIPOD PARTS

B7 - Tripod Knob B6 - Lock Washer B5 - Flat Washer

B4 - Housing Clamp

B3 Carriage Bolt

B2 Top Pole Part B

Tripod Assembly B1 (Qty. 1) Tripod www.HeaterSports.com 2 800-492-9334 PRODUCT ASSEMBLY STEP I: Tripod Leg Assembly Instructions

Part B

Back Back

Part D Part D

Part C *Short Leg

Part E Part E

Part E

Back Back

Front Step 1: Bottom Leg (Part E) in to Top Leg - Part C or D. Step 2: Insert Assembled Legs Into Tripod (Part B) *Important: Make Sure Shortest Assembled Leg (Front) Is Inserted in the Front Of the Tripod.

STEP II: Housing To Tripod Assembly Instructions

Back Front Back Front Back Back Front Front

Slide Housing Press Housing Attach Flat Washer, Lock Tighten Knob to Secure On Tripod Bolt Against Tripod Washer, then Knob Housing to Tripod 1 2 3 4 www.HeaterSports.com 3 800-492-9334 ASSEMBLED PRODUCT IMAGE

Pivot Ball Chute/Elbow

Chute Knob A

On/Off Switch Harness Attachments Electric Fuse

Ballfeeder Plug-In Curveball Adjustment Knob

Height Adjustment Knob B Tripod Assembly

D D Leg Assembly C

E

E

110V A/C Plug E

www.HeaterSports.com 4 800-492-9334 REPLACEMENT PARTS IMAGE A3 A20 A21 A18 A19 A

A12 A1 A2 A13 A9 A10 A14 A4 A15 A17 A11 A16 A6 A7 A12 A8 A5 B4 B3 B7 B5 B6 B B4 B4 B6 B5 B7 B3

B2 B1

D1 C1 D1

D D C *Short Leg C-F

E1 E1 E1

F E F E E

E2 E2 E2 www.HeaterSports.com 6 800-492-9334 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST To Order Replacement Parts, Call 1-800-492-9334 Housing - Part A Part# Qty Description Part# Qty Description A 1 Housing Assembly A11 16 Side Cover Screws A1 1 Housing Motor Side A12 3 Motor Cover Screws A2 1 Housing Side Cover A13 1 End Cap A3 1 Ball Chute - Elbow A14 1 On/Off Switch A4 1 Motor Cover A15 1 Fuse Assembly (15A/250V Fuse Included) A5 1 110V Power Cord A16 1 A/C Outlet A6 1 1/8 HP A/C Motor A17 3 End Cap Screws A7 1 Wheel A18 1 Ball Chute/Elbow Bolt A8 1 Motor Shaft Nut A19 1 Ball Chute/Elbow Flat Washer A9 2 Motor Flat Washer A20 1 Ball Chute/Elbow Lock Washer A10 2 Motor Lock Nut A21 1 Ball Chute/Elbow Knob

Tripod Assembly - Part B Part# Qty Description B 1 Tripod Assembly B1 1 Tripod Only B2 1 Tripod Top Pole B3 2 Tripod Carriage Bolt B4 3 Tripod Housing Clamp B5 2 Tripod Flat Washer B6 2 Tripod Lock Washer B7 2 Tripod Knob

Legs - Part C-F Part# Qty Description C 1 Front Top Leg C1 1 Front Top Leg Pushpin D 1 Back Top Leg D1 1 Back Top Leg Pushpin E 3 Bottom Leg E1 3 Bottom Leg Pushpin E2 3 Rubber Tip F 1 Ground Stake

Note: Reference these part numbers when ordering replacement parts. www.HeaterSports.com 5 800-492-9334 OPERATIONS MANUAL SETTING PITCH HEIGHT:

Step 1: If using machine on grass, dirt, or soft ground, secure included Ground Stakes (Part F) to back legs for added stability.

Step 2: Plug A/C Power Cord into wall, extension cord, our battery pack.

Step 3: To begin, loosen the Height Adjustment Knob counter-clock wise to allow the machine to pivot to its desired pitch height angle. Tilting the machine's angle higher will increase the pitch height (i.e. to throw pop flies), and tilting the machine's angle lower will decrease the pitch height (i.e. to throw grounders).

The Height Adjustment Knob has small slots to lock the height into position. If pitching to a batter, fine-tuning to the batter's will best be accomplished by adjusting the pitch height by one slot at a time, rather than multiple adjustments.

Pop Flies Grounders

Height Adjustment Knob

www.HeaterSports.com 7 800-492-9334 SETTING PITCH TYPE (FASTBALL, CURVEBALL):

The PowerAlley Curve has the ability to pitch , left handed , and right handed curveballs. Depending on the age, skill, and desire of the batter, you may have the opportunity to use all the pitch types available.

In its current configuration, the PowerAlley is set to pitch fastballs. If this is the desired pitch type, there is no need to pivot the head. If the desire is to pitch curveballs, follow the instruc- tions below:

Step 1: To begin, loosen the Curveball Adjustment Knob counter-clock wise to allow the machine to pivot to its desired angle. Tilting the machine's head to the left will pitch a left-handed curveball and tilting the machine's head to the right will pitch a right-handed curveball (from the perspective of the operator).

The Curveball Adjustment Knob has small slots which will lock the head into position. The curveball will be more dramatic as you move further down the left or right side of the pivot.

We urge each operator to experiment with many settings and angles while using a large backstop before allowing a batter to bat so no person is in the path of the ball prior to being tuned in.

NOTE: DIFFERENT LITE BALLS WILL PITCH DIFFERENTLY. USE CAUTION WHILE MIXING BALLS.

Strike Zone

Curveball Adjustment Knob Curveball Adjustment Knob

www.HeaterSports.com 8 800-492-9334 ADJUSTING PITCH SPEED:

The PowerAlley features an On/Off switch to turn the machine on and off. For adjusting speed on this machine, use the following two options:

Option 1: Move the machine closer or further from the batter. By doing this, you are increasing or decreasing the reaction time of the pitch, which simu- lates a slower or faster pitch.

Option 2: Vary the different lite-balls used in this machine.Below are a list of approved lite-balls for the PowerAlley (Balls Not Included With Machine).

PowerAlley Lite 40 MPH Baseballs PowerAlley Lite 60 MPH Baseballs Lite 55 MPH Leather Model# HSO14 Model# HSW14 Baseballs - Model# SLB49

Ideal for players who desire a slower Ideal for players who desire a faster Ideal for players who want to be in a speed. These balls are extremely speed. These balls are extremely real-game situation. These balls are accurate, very soft and are perfect for accurate, and are perfect for designed to vary pitch location and younger ball players. advanced ball players. simulate an official lite-baseball. ACCESSORIES (SOLD SEPARATELY) POWERALLEY AUTOMATIC BALL FEEDER - Model# PA49B The PowerAlley features an A/C plug in located on the end of the pitching machine.

This plug-in is designed for connecting the PowerAlley Automatic Ballfeeder.

When connected, the ballfeeder automatically drops a ball in the machine every 8 seconds and eliminates the need for a person to hand-feed the balls.

POWERALLEY HOME BATTING CAGE - Model# PA199 The PowerAlley Batting Cage is the most ideal batting cage for your backyard. The solid fiberglass poles set up quickly and easily to provide a sturdy frame and the durable polyethylene netting keeps your hits close by so you can spend more time practicing and less time chasing balls.

Spend your time hitting pitch after pitch instead of wasting time chasing balls at the field, with the PowerAlley Home Batting Cage! Measures 22' x 12' x 8' www.HeaterSports.com 9 800-492-9334