Troubleshooting Guide - Bowflex SelectTech 2080 Assembly & Owners Manual

Troubleshooting
Problem
Barbell handle does not fully insert
into base when no plates are
selected (handle has no plates
attached).
Barbell handle does not fully insert
into base when plates are selected
(handle has plates attached).
Adjustment knob will not turn while
handle is in base.
Solution
1. Make certain that both adjustment knobs are set directly to the number 20.
2. Ensure that base spacing is set correctly per step 6 of the assembly instructions.
3. Ensure that the correct number of plates are installed in each side of the base (6 for the 80-lb
version, 10 with the 40-lb Weight Upgrade).
1. Check to see if you have selected different weights on each side of the barbell (for example one
adjustment knob is set to 20 and the other is set to 30). If this is the case, you must replace the
barbell in the base with the same orientation from which it was withdrawn. This is to allow the
plates to settle back into the correct and vacant openings in the base.
2. Verify that the plates not selected (those plates remaining in the barbell base) are in their cor-
rect spots and are correctly seated with all tabs interlocked. This may be blocking the barbell
from fitting back into the base.
3. Ensure that base spacing is set correctly (refer to step 6 of the assembly instructions).
4. If you are using the 40-lb Weight Upgrade, ensure that the lock pin actuator was set correctly
per the assembly instructions.
5. Ensure that the correct number of plates are installed in each side of the base (6 for the 80-lb
version, 10 with the 40-lb Weight Upgrade).
1. Check to assure that the barbell handle is fully depressed into the barbell base. If not fully
depressed, the locking mechanism will not be released and may prevent the adjustment knobs
from rotating.
2. Check to see if there is any dirt, debris or other obstruction in the barbell base. You may need
to remove the weight plates from the base to accomplish this check. Remember to put each
weight plate back in its appropriate location with the selection lip facing away from the barbell
grip.
3. Verify that all plates (with correct number per side) are correctly seated in the base with all tabs
properly interlocked. The adjustment knob mechanism may be blocked if any plates are not
seated properly into the base or if any weight plates are missing from the base—for example,
plates that are still mounted on the handle that is not in use.
4. If weight plates are missing from the base and the handle selection rods do not engage plates
for the selected weight (plates are on the other handle), set the the handle that you are currently
using to 20 and remove it from the base. Rerack the handle that holds the missing weight plates
into the barbell base. Set the selection dial to 20 and remove the handle, leaving the weight
plates in the base.
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