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When setting up
pitching machine, make sure
machine is level and
legs properly stabilized.
Any power cords running to
machine should be firmly plugged in and should be regularly examined for fraying.
Damaged, sliced, or cracked balls may behave erratically and should be replaced as soon as possible.
The person feeding
pitching machine should always let
batter know to expect a pitch. Generally this is done by holding
ball up over your head and then placing it in
feeder.
Regularly check your pitching machine for wheel damage or other problems that may impact its ability to perform properly.
Never operate a pitching machine under
influence of drugs or alcohol. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but simply some of
important safety tips we have collected in our many years of using pitching machines safely, effectively, and enjoyably. A pitching machine is a tremendous tool for improving your baseball skills, but like any machine, it can be dangerous if not used properly and with care. So get out there and enjoy all
benefits of your new Jugs or Atec machine, but remember that safety always come first. For
final word on any safety or maintenance issue relating to your pitching machine, please consult
manual that came with it.
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Carl Fogle is a longtime baseball coach at the high school and community college level. He is also the webmaster of http://pitching-machines.us and a leading expert in the use of pitching machines in the development of young baseball players.