2. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
1. Frame Construction
Frame is constructed of mechanical quality steel purchased in mill run quantities
Frame is primarily 4” x 2” (10 cm x 5 cm) and 3” x 2” (8 cm x 5 cm) rectangular-shaped
tubing with 11 gauge wall thickness.
Frames are mostly fully welded and constructed in two, but not mores than 3 pieces to
facilitate movement through smaller doorways and difficult installations
2. Frame Finish
Prior to applying finish, each part is chemically washed to prepare surface for maximum
adhesion.
The frames are coated with an electrostatic epoxy powder coat finish applied in a powder
form and then baked at 400° F (204° C.)
To prevent frame and surface corrosion, wax equipment annually and keep away from salt,
chlorine and all other harmful chemicals.
3. Weight Selection
Weights are selected by using a 7/16” selector pin, which completely penetrates the weight
plate and is held in place during use by a magnetic ring to keep the pin from disengaging
during use.
The selector pin is connected to the top weight to eliminate loss or substitution of
substandard pins.
4. Incremental Weight System
Incremental weight system allows the resistance to be increased in 5 pound increments and
are contained on the guide rods to eliminate removal.
When in use, the increment weights retain the balance of the stack resulting in a smoother
action of the weight stack as compared to systems which load the increment on the side or
back of the actual stack.
5. Weight Plates
Machined from solid, 1” thick steel. Finish is wrinkle gray powder coat. Thickness of plate is
held to precise tolerances by machining the entire upper and lower surfaces resulting in a
better pin fit to the stem.
6. Weight Plate Bushings
Each plate (not just the top weight) will contain low friction bushings, which surround the
guide rods to minimize friction and noise
7. Top Weight Bushings
The top weight runs on bushings which are mounted in the plate with rubber gromments to
compensate for minor misalignment and insure optimal performance.
The bushings are self-lubricating in order that the guide rods will not require lubrication.
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