Assembly, Making Things Easier for Yourself

Assembly

Note: This introduction will save you more time than it takes to read it!

Making Things Easier for Yourself

Everything in this manual is designed to ensure that the assembly of our products can be complet- ed successfully by anyone. However, it is impor- tant to recognize that your new equipment is a sophisticated product with many small parts. The assembly process will take time—possibly several hours. Most people find that by setting aside plen- ty of time, and by deciding to make the task enjoyable, they can avoid feeling rushed or over- whelmed. You may want to complete the process over a couple of evenings.

Giving Yourself a Good Start

Before you begin the assembly process itself, take the time to complete the steps outlined here.

Clearing the Workspace

Clear a workspace that is large enough to hold all parts and allow you to walk all the way around the assembled equipment.

Unpacking the Box

To make the assembly process as smooth as possi- ble, we have broken it into separate stages. All parts used in each stage are found in individual packages in the shipping box. Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.

Important: Wait until you begin each assembly stage to open the parts bag labeled for that assembly stage.

Identifying Parts

To help you identify the small parts used in assem- bly, we have included a PART IDENTIFICATION CHART located in the center of this manual. Place the chart on the floor or work table and use it to quickly identify different parts as you open the pack- ages for each step.

Note: Some small parts may have been pre-attached for shipping. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-attached.

Orienting Parts

As you assemble this product, be sure that all parts are oriented as shown in the drawings.

Tightening of Parts

Tighten all parts as you assemble them, unless instructed to do otherwise.

Lining Up the Tools

Assembly requires the following tools (not included):

• Two (2) adjustable wrenches

• One (1) standard screwdriver

• One (1) phillips screwdriver

• One (1) rubber mallet

•Lubricant, such as grease or petroleum jelly, and soapy water

•Tape, such as clear tape or masking tape

Assembly will be more convenient if you have a socket set, a set of open-end or closed-end wrenches or a set of ratchet wrenches.

The Four Stages of the Assembly Process

Frame Assembly

You will begin by assembling the base and the upright frames that serve as the skeleton of the equipment. The seats and all moving parts will be attached to the frame.

Cable Assembly

Completes the cables and pulleys that connect the moving arms with each other and with the weights. This ties the different parts together and makes the equipment function as a unit

Arm Assembly

Completes the press and butterfly arms that you operate while you are exercising.

Seat Assembly

Completes the seats and backrests that support your body while you are exercising.