Safety Instructions - Star Trac Instinct Owner's Manual

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ARRANTY ISCLAIMER
STAR TRAC warrants all frameworks for a period of 10 years. All moving parts are warranted for 1 year. 10 year limited warranty on structur-
al frame not including coatings. 90 days on upholstery stitching only, cables and belts. Warranty is for parts only. Warranty is good and available
to the original purchaser only as noted by STAR TRAC invoice and is not transferable nor assumable. STAR TRAC cannot warrant products that
have been abused, neglected and or poorly maintained. All equipment should be reviewed at the time of delivery for damage, breakage, loosening
of nuts and bolts, components and or any other moving parts. Any and all claims for warranty must be received in writing within 70 days of defect.
Do not alter, modify or redesign any STAR TRAC products or use any replacement parts or materials other that those components original to
STAR TRAC as it will limit the warranty and liability of STAR TRAC. STAR TRAC reserves the right to change, replace or modify products,
parts, accessories and or design without notice. Deposits on cancelled orders will be subject to handling and restocking charges.
WHAT IS COVERED
This STAR TRAC INSTINCT CRUNCH MACHINE is warranted to
be free of all defects in material and workmanship.
WHO IS COVERED
The original purchaser or any person receiving the Product as a gift
from the original purchaser.
WHO PAYS TRANSPORTATION & INSURANCE FOR SERVICE
If the Product or any covered part must be returned to a service facili-
ty for repairs, We, STAR TRAC, will pay all transportation and insur-
ance charges for the first year. You are responsible for transportation
and insurance charges for all subsequent years.
WHAT WE WILL DO TO CORRECT COVERED DEFECTS
We will ship to you any new or rebuilt replacement part or component,
or, at our option, replace the Product. Such replacement parts are war-
ranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Any failures or damage caused by unauthorized service, misuse, acci-
dent, negligence, improper assembly or installation, debris resulting
from any construction activities in the Products environment, rust or
corrosion as a result of the Product(s) location, alterations or modifica-
tions without our written authorization or by failure on your part to
use, operate and maintain the Product as set out in your Owners
Manual.
OWNERS MANUAL
It is VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS MANUAL before
operating the Product. Remember to perform the periodic maintenance
requirements specified in the Manual to assure proper operation and
your continued satisfaction.
HOW TO GET PARTS & SERVICE
Simply call Customer Support Services at (800) 966-3539 or (951) 600-
3800, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific
Standard Time, and tell them your name, address and the model num-
ber of your Product. They will tell you how to get a replacement part,
or, if necessary, arrange for service where your Product is located or
advise you on how and where to ship the Product for service. You can
also contact us via Fax at (951) 600-1706 or e-mail us at
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Before shipping:
1. Obtain a Return Authorization Number (RA#) from Customer
Support Services
2. Securely pack your Product (use the original shipping carton, if pos-
sible)
3. Write the RA# on the outside of the carton
4. Insure the Product, and
5. Include a letter explaining the defect or problem and a copy of your
proof of purchase if you believe the service is covered by warranty.
EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WAR-
RANTIES OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE, AND ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON OUR
PART. We neither assume nor authorize any person to assure for us
any other obligation or liability concerning the sale of this Product.
Under no circumstances shall we be liable under this warranty, or oth-
erwise, of any damage to any person or property, including any lost
profits or lost savings, for any special, indirect, secondary, incidental or
consequential damages of any nature arising out of the use of or inabil-
ity to use this Product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limi-
tation of implied warranties or of liability for incidental or consequen-
tial damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to
you.
CHANGES IN WARRANTY NOT AUTHORIZED
No one is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of this lim-
ited warranty.
EFFECT OF STATE LAWS
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other
rights, which vary, from state to state.
OUR PLEDGE TO YOU
Our Products are designed and manufactured to the highest standards.
STAR TRAC wants you completely satisfied with our Products and
will do everything possible under the terms of this warranty to keep
you secure in knowing you have bought the best!
STAR TRAC INSTINCT CRUNCH MACHINE O
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AFETY NSTRUCTIONS
Read this Owner's Manual carefully before assembling, servicing or using your STAR TRAC INSTINCT CRUNCH MACHINE.
WARNING: SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR IF THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT OBSERVED.
UNDERSTANDING EACH AND EVERY WARNING TO THE FULLEST IS IMPORTANT. IF ANY OF THESE WARN-
INGS ARE UNCLEAR, CONTACT STAR TRAC PRODUCT SUPPORT FOR CLARIFICATION.
1. Do not use any equipment in any way other than
designed or intended by the manufacturer. It is impera-
tive that weight stack machines as well as any other
STAR TRAC INSTINCT equipment is used properly to
avoid injury.
2. Make sure there is enough room for safe access and oper-
ation of the INSTINCT
3. Keep hands, feet, head, limbs, fingers and hair clear at all
times from moving parts to avoid injury. Use appropriate
positioning, speed and controlled movements.
4. DO NOT use any equipment that is damaged and or has
worn or broken parts. Use only replacement parts sup-
plied by STAR TRAC.
5. DO NOT wear loose or dangling clothing while using the
CRUNCH MACHINE
INSTINCT
moving parts.
6. Obtain a medical examination prior to beginning an exer-
cise program.
7. If at any time during exercise you feel faint, dizzy or
experience pain, STOP IMMEDIATELY and consult your
physician before continuing.
8. Children must NOT be allowed to operate the
INSTINCT CRUNCH MACHINE
supervised when using the INSTINCT
MACHINE .
9. DO NOT attempt to fix a broken or jammed unit. Notify
authorized personnel.
10. Use the INSTINCT
intended use. Obtain instruction on proper use of the
unit. It is the purchaser's sole responsibility to properly
instruct end users and supervising personnel as to the
proper operating procedures of all STAR TRAC
INSTINCT equipment. DO NOT modify the unit.
11. Load plates evenly and carefully to avoid tipping equip-
ment and possible crushing injuries.
12. DO NOT use the INSTINCT
guards or shrouds are missing or damaged.
13. USE A SPOTTER.
14. DO NOT add incremental weights, except those provided
by STAR TRAC.
15. MAINTAIN PLACARDS AND LABELS: Do not remove
labels for any reason; they contain important informa-
tion. If illegible or missing, contact the STAR TRAC
Parts Department for replacement.
16. SECURING EQUIPMENT: The INSTINCT
MACHINE
MUST be secured to the floor to stabilize
and eliminate rocking or tipping over. This must be per-
formed by a licensed contractor. DO NOT use the UNIT
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if it is not set up and located on a solid level surface.
17. Make sure that each machine is set up and operated on a
solid level surface. DO NOT install equipment on an
uneven surface.
18. MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT: Preventative mainte-
nance is the key to ensuring smooth and reliable opera-
CRUNCH MACHINE .
tion of the INSTINCT
as keeping your liability to a minimum. Inspect the unit
prior to use. Give particular attention to the areas most
susceptible to wear. DO NOT use if the unit is damaged
or inoperable.
19. Ensure that adjustment, maintenance and/or repair of
the INSTINCT
qualified personnel ONLY. Immediately replace worn or
damaged components. If unable to immediately replace
. Keep away from all
worn or damaged components then remove the
INSTINCT
repairs are made.
20. Keep a repair log of all maintenance activities.
21. Routinely inspect all accessory clips that join attach-
ments to weight belts or cables, and replace at the first
sign of wear.
22 Use only weight selector pins supplied by STAR TRAC
. Adolescents must be
on weight stacks. Substitutes are forbidden.
CRUNCH
23. Cables and belts pose an extreme liability if used when
frayed. Always replace any cable or belt at first sign of
wear (consult STAR TRAC Product Support if uncertain).
24. Fully insert the weight selector pin when selecting the
CRUNCH MACHINE
only for the
desired weight. Partially inserted pins can cause weights
to fall unexpectedly. NEVER remove the weight selector
pin if any weights are suspended. NEVER attempt to
release jammed weights or parts.
25. DO NOT use Lat Pulldown Bars on Multi-jungle
Crossover cable systems or any other pulley systems.
These bars are designed for lat pulldown machines
ONLY. If improperly used, the Lat Bar could fall unex-
CRUNCH MACHINE if
pectedly, striking the user when weight selector pin is
removed.
26. Lat Pulldown Machines pose a danger if used with worn
or damaged cables and connecting links. The user can be
struck in the head if the cable or related parts break dur-
ing use.
27. When adjusting any seat, knee hold down pad, range of
motion limiter, foothold pad or any other type of adjuster,
make certain that the adjusting pin is fully engaged in
the retainer hole to avoid injury.
CRUNCH
NOTE: It is the sole responsibility of the user/owner or facility
operator to ensure that regular maintenance is performed.
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, as well
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is performed by
CRUNCH MACHINE from service until
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