Installation & Assembly

GLD Products Mounting Instructions
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TO MOUNT A BACKBOARD
The backboard will have eight holes pre-drilled into it. The four interior holes are for the
dartboard bracket (you will only use two). The four exterior holes (mounting holes) are
for securing the backboard to your wall (see illustration). The backboard comes with the
dartboard bracket assembled to hang in the diamond position. If you choose to hang your
backboard in the square position, using a screwdriver, remove the dartboard bracket and
position it to the correct alignment.
Alignment for the
Diamond Position
Alignment for the
Square Position
1. Choose a location with a oor area of 3' to 5' wide and 9' to 10' deep for a clear throwing
lane. Be aware of objects that could be damaged by errant thows.
2. For maximum support on drywall, place your backboard so that the mounting holes are
placed on center of wood studs. Studs can be located using a stud nder.
Note: Plastic anchors are included so that you can mount your backboard in the event that
wood studs cannot be used.
3. Locate the center of your backboard, it will be the bottom of the U-shaped groove on
the dartboard bracket. Place the center of your backboard 68" above your oor. Place
pressure on the backboard against the wall. Use a level and check the accuracy of your
edges and mounting holes. Once you are satised with the position of your backboard,
insert a pencil or pen through the mounting holes and mark the mounting surface.
4. Remove your backboard and place it to the side. If you are using the plastic anchors,
pre-drill a 1/4" hole 2" in depth, into the marks you made in the last step. Place the
anchors into the holes and gently tap them in level with the surface of the wall using a
hammer or rubber mallet. If you are fastening the backboard directly into wood studs,
pre-drill you hole with a 1/8" drill bit.
5. Hold the backboard against the wall, aligning the mounting holes on the backboard with
the holes pre-drilled into the wall. Drive the screws through the mounting holes. Before
tightening the screws, use a level to make any minor adjustments needed to align your
backboard.