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Model No. 831.15963.0 Serial No. WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER Write the serial number in the space User’s Manual above for reference. Serial Number Decal (under frame) • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Part List and Drawing Sears, Roebuck and Co. Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc-...
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on the weight bench before using the weight bench. Sears assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the WEIDER PRO 265 reading this manual, please see the back cover of this ® weight bench. The versatile PRO 265 weight bench is manual. To help us assist you, note the product model designed to develop every major muscle group of the number and serial number before contacting us.
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART Use the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. The number in parentheses below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preassembled.
ASSEMBLY • Assembly requires two persons. • To identify small parts, see page 5. • Because of its weight and size, assemble the • In addition to the included tool(s), assembly weight bench in the location where it will be used. requires the following tools: Make sure that there is enough clearance to walk one adjustable wrench...
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3. Attach the Crossbar (3) to the Left Upright (14) with two M10 x 77mm Carriage Bolts (18), a Support Bracket (22), and two M10 Locknuts (33); do not tighten the Locknuts yet. Attach the Crossbar (3) to the Right Upright (1) in the same way.
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6. Attach the Frame (2) and the Stabilizer (13) to the Crossbar (3) with two M10 x 60mm Carriage Bolts (34) and two M10 Locknuts (33); do not tighten the Locknuts yet. See steps 3–6. Tighten the M10 Locknuts (33) and the M8 x 15mm Screws (37).
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9. Apply a generous amount of the grease to the pivot rod (B) on the Frame (2) Set the Backrest Support (7) into a set of brack- ets on the Uprights (1, 14). Grease Orient the Backrest Tubes (5) as shown. Slide a Backrest Tube onto each side of the pivot rod (B).
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12. Attach the Curl Pad (24) to the Curl Post (27) with two M8 x 15mm Screws (37). 13. Insert the Curl Post (27) into the Front Leg (8) and align one of the adjustment holes in the Curl Post with the indicated hole (D) in the Front Leg. Then, tighten the Curl Knob (31) into the Front Leg.
ADJUSTMENT The steps below explain how the weight bench can be adjusted. See the accompanying exercise guide to see the correct form for several exercises. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened each time you use the weight bench. Replace any worn parts immediately.
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ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE BARBELL Slide the same amount of Weight (36, 38) onto both ends of the Barbell (29). Then, slide the two Spring Collars (25) against the Weights. WARNING: Always secure Weights (36, 38) on the Barbell (29) with the Spring Collars (25).
EXERCISE GUIDELINES FOUR TYPES OF STRENGTH WORKOUTS workout, and the numbers of repetitions and sets to complete. Progress at your own pace and be sensitive Note: A “repetition” is one complete cycle of an to your body’s signals. Follow each workout with at exercise, such as one sit-up.
PART LIST Model No. 831.15963.0 R1016A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description Right Upright Support Bracket Frame Foam Pad Crossbar Curl Pad Leg Lever Spring Collar Backrest Tube M6 Washer Backrest Curl Post Backrest Support Leg Lever Bushing Front Leg Barbell Pad Tube Cap...
90 DAY FULL WARRANTY If this Sears Weight Bench Exerciser fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within 90 days of the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663) to arrange for free repair (or replace- ment if repair proves impossible). This warranty does not apply when the Weight Bench Exerciser is used commercially or for rental pur- poses.