PLUMSTEAD BASEBALL
PITCHING MACHINE INFORMATION

Rules

• Only coaches to run the machine, no kids.
• Due to the league's insurance coverage, only registered Minor, Major, Connie Mack and Travel team players of Plumstead Baseball can bat in the cage with the pitching machine.
• Coaches, adults and non-Plumstead Baseball players cannot bat in batting cage.
• Only one coach and one batter is allowed in the cage while the pitching machine is in use.
• Coaches who open the shed are responsible for the rules of the pitching machine.
• If there are any problems with the pitching machine, put it back into the shed and lock it up. Please call Paul Demusz @215-795-2118.
• These rules and instructions will be posted on the web site as well as on the inside of the shed door.

Instructions

• The key to unlock the door is the same as the shed.
• The pitching machine is attached to a moving platform. Pull this out to desired position.
• Plug cord to outlet outside of cage.
• Outlet is a GFI outlet. It does not start the pitching machine. Reset the outlet.
• Special balls are with the pitching machine. Use only these balls and not the game balls.
• Make sure you pick up and put back all balls used in the shed with the pitching machine.
• On/Off switch as well as speed controls are on the machine.
• Before turning on the machine, make sure there is no one in the batting cage.
• Feed 4 – 6 balls through the machine to set speed and location.
• After machine is set, allow batter into cage.
• Have batter stand away from plate on first pitch to allow him to see speed and location.
• Make sure the batter has a batting helmet on.
• If you have to adjust the machine, have the batter back away from the plate.
• After you are finished, wrap the cord up and push the machine back into the shed and lock the door.

USE THE LINKS ON THE LEFT FOR USEFUL SAFETY AND USAGE DOCUMENTS