Using the Weight Bench
The weight bench is designed to be used with your own weight set (not included). The steps below explain how the weight bench can be adjusted. See EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 12 for important exercise information and refer to the accompanying exercise poster to see the correct form for several exercises. Refer also to the exercise information accompanying your weight set (not included) for additional exercises.
Inspect and tighten all parts each time you use the weight bench. Replace any worn parts immediately. The weight bench can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild,
ADJUSTING THE BACKREST
The Backrest (12) can be used in a decline position, a flat position, or two incline positions. To use the Backrest in the decline position, remove the Locking Pin (27) and lay the Backrest on the Crossbar (2).
To use the Backrest (12) in the flat position, lift the Backrest and insert the Locking Pin (27) through the top set of holes in the adjustment tubes and the Bench Frame (5).
To use the Backrest (12) in an incline position, lift the Backrest and insert the Locking Pin (27) through one of the bottom two sets of holes in the adjustment tubes and the Bench Frame (5).
WARNING: When using the Backrest (12) in an inclined position, make sure that the Locking Pin (27) is inserted com- pletely through both adjustment tubes.
ATTACHING THE ADAPTER
To use your weight bench with an Olympic weight set, you must attach the Olympic Weight Adapter (40). To do this, press a Weight Adapter Bushing (31) into each end of the Weight Adapter. Slide the Weight Adapter onto the weight tube on the Leg Lever (7). Insert the Pin (37) into the weight tube.
WARNING: Do not place more than 150 pounds on the Leg Lever (7).
12 |
27 |
2 |
5 |
Adjustment |
Tubes |
7 |
37 |
31 |
Weight Tube |
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