Weider 831.15607.1 user manual Important Precautions

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau- tions before using the weight bench.

1.	Read all instructions in this manual and all	10. Do not use a barbell that is longer than six
	warnings on the weight bench before using	feet with the weight bench. Note: The weight
	the weight bench. Use the weight bench only	bench does not include a barbell or weights.
2.	as described in this manual.	11. The weight bench is designed to support a
	It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure	maximum user weight of 300 pounds, and a
	that all users of the weight bench are ade-	maximum total weight of 410 pounds. Do not
	quately informed of all precautions.	place more than 110 pounds, including a bar-
3.	The weight bench is intended for home use	bell and weights, on the weight rests. Do not
		place more than 50 pounds on the leg lever.
	only. Do not use the weight bench in any	12. Always make sure there is an equal amount
	commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
4.	Keep the weight bench indoors, away from	of weight on each side of your barbell when
		you are using it. Always keep some weight
	moisture and dust. Place the weight bench	on both ends of the barbell when adding or
	on a level surface, with a mat beneath it to	removing weights to prevent the barbell from
	protect the floor or carpet. Make sure that	tipping.
	there is enough clearance around the weight	13. When you are using the leg lever, place a
	bench to mount, dismount, and use the
5.	weight bench.	barbell with the same amount of weight on
	Use the weight bench only on a level sur-	the weight rests to balance the bench.
	face. Cover the floor beneath the weight	14. Always exercise with a partner. When you
	bench to protect the floor.	are performing bench press exercises, your
6.	Inspect and properly tighten all parts regular-	partner should stand behind you to catch the
		barbell if you cannot complete a repetition.
7.	ly. Replace any worn parts immediately.	15. When using the backrest in an inclined posi-
	Keep children under 12 and pets away from	tion, make sure that the support rod is
	the weight bench at all times.	inserted completely through both uprights,
8.	Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-	and that the support rod is turned to the
		locked position.
9.	tion while exercising.	16. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
	Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.	stop immediately and begin cooling down.
	WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This

is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. Read all instructions before using. Sears assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

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