First Team introduces the Guardian tennis post system. The Guardian tennis post line is extremely durable and versitile, capable of meeting the needs of any top-notch court. The Guardian post is manufactured fom 3.5" OD heavy duty 1/4" thick high tensile aluminum. Straight and true, the Guardian will stand up to high use courts and allow proper game tension on the net with no bowing on the posts. The internal worm gear net tensioner winch has a clean look and is safe for users. First Team exclusive winch is made from heavy duty stainless steel and is far stronger than competitor's common brass winch design. A heavy-duty double top six net with coated top cable is included with each Guardian package. Center strap and anchor also included. Each Guardian package includes ground sleeves for for easy post installation and removal. Guardian TNPS includes standard PVC sleeves, while Guardian TNSO includes First Team exclusive hinged socets. These sockets are particularly useful on multipourpose courts where a smooth flush surface is a deisred when tennis posts are removed. Guardian TNSO also includes First Team exclusive Flush Mount strap anchour for flush surface when not in use.
Guardian TNPS
Guardian TNSO
Guardian TNSM
All First Team products are warranted against manufacturers defects at delivery. Additionally, First Team warranties most products for a given period of time as stated in the literature. Below is and explanation of First Team's warranty levels.
Limited Warranty:
Covers any damage caused by normal basketball activity and normal player contact with the goal. "Normal basketball activity" and "Normal player contact" shall be described as any action that is necessary for participation in the game of basketball. Deliberate hanging on the rim, multiple player hanging, and vandalism are not covered under the Limited Warranty.
Superior Warranty:
Covers any damage or failure caused by any type of basketball activity or related contact with the unit. This includes deliberate hanging on the rim. The Superior Warranty does not cover vandalism.
Unconditional Warranty:
Covers any damage or failure that occurs for any reason. Any product carrying an Unconditional Warranty is exempt from the above stated limitations.
Any normal wear and tear caused by weathering or UV exposure is not covered under any First Team warranty. All painted items carry a one year limited warranty on coating.
Some basketball products carry a warranty valid only when used in a residential setting. "Residential" is defined as a "single family dwelling." Products coverd by this warranty stipulation are indicated in First Team's product literature with a "R" symbol next to the warranty. Under no circumstances shall any basketball product carrying a strictly residential warranty be covered for non-residential use.
Due to the abusive nature of amusement facilities, unless specifically agreed to in writing, First Team products carry no warranty except for obvious manufacturing defects when used in an entertainment facility where players pay a fee to use the equipment.