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Model No. FMSY14230 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. USER’S MANUAL Serial Number Decal (Under Seat) QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if there are missing or damaged parts, we will guarantee complete satis- faction through direct assis-...
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions before using the weight system. 1. Read all instructions in this manual before 11. The weight system is designed to support a using the weight system. Use the weight sys- maximum user weight of 300 pounds.
Thank you for selecting the versatile FREEMOTION ® tions, please call our Customer Service Department toll- S83 POWER SYSTEM weight system. The weight sys- free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. tem offers a selection of weight stations designed to until 6 p.m.
ASSEMBLY Make sure you have the following tools: Make Assembly Easier for Yourself • Two adjustable wrenches Everything in this manual is designed to • One standard screwdriver ensure that the weight system can be assem- bled successfully by most people. Before •...
Frame Assembly Before beginning, read the information on page 5. This brief introduction will save much more time than it takes to read it. For help identifying the small parts used in assembly, use the PART IDENTIFICATION CHART in the center of this manual. Attach the Weight Base (2) and the Hack Squat Base (111) to the Base (1) with two M10 x 96mm Button Bolts (77) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts...
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4. Attach the Hack Squat Stabilizer (112) to the Hack Squat Base (111) with two M10 x 68mm Carriage Bolts (73) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (101). 5. Attach the Hack Squat Foot Plate (113) to the Hack Squat Stabilizer (112) with two M10 x 38mm Button Screws (153).
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7. Attach the two Weight Guides (21) to the Weight Base (2) with two M10 x 92mm Button Bolts (90), Hole four M10 Washers (98), and two M10 Nylon Hole Locknuts (101). Slide two Weight Bumpers (66) onto the Weight Guide Guides (21).
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10. Attach the Top Frame (5) to the Backrest Frame (6) with an M10 x 217mm Button Bolt (75) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (101). 11. Remove the Hack Squat Uprights (115) from the Squat Backrest Frame (not shown). Attach the Hack Squat Uprights, with the angled ends at the bottom, to the Hack Squat Base (111) with an M10 x 186mm Button Bolt (149) and an M10...
12. Attach the Adjustment Bar (121) to the Hack Squat Bracket (117) with an M10 x 32mm Button Slot Bolt (148) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (101). With the help of a second person, slide the Hack Squat Bracket (117) and the Hack Squat Nuts Backrest Frame (118) onto the Hack Squat Uprights (115).
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15. Wrap the High Cable (63) under a 3 1/2” Pulley (56). Attach the Pulley to the indicated bracket on the Base (1) with an M10 x 46mm Button Bolt (76) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (101). Bracket 16. Note: For clarity, the following three steps show the system from the reverse side.
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19. Wrap the High Cable (63) over a 3 1/2” Pulley (56). Attach the Pulley to the indicated bracket on the Top Frame (5) with an M10 x 46mm Button Bolt (76) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (101). 20. Wrap the High Cable (63) over a 3 1/2” Pulley (56).
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24. Locate the Low Cable (40), which has an Eyebolt (42) on one end. Wrap the Cable under a 3 1/2” Pulley (56). Attach the Pulley inside of the indicated bracket on the Base (1) with an M10 x 46mm Button Bolt (76) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (101).
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29. Route the right Press Cable (41) under a 3 1/2” Pulley (56). Attach the Pulley to the Base (1) with an M10 x 96mm Button Bolt (77). Do not thread a locknut onto the Bolt yet. 30. Wrap the Press Cable (41) over a 3 1/2” Pulley (56).
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34. Wrap the Press Cable (41) over a 3 1/2” Pulley (56). Attach the Pulley to the left “U”-bracket (62) with an M10 x 46mm Button Bolt (76) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (101). 35. Attach the end of the Press Cable (41) to the indi- cated bracket on the Base (1) with an M8 x 19mm Button Shoulder Bolt (85) and an M8 Nylon Locknut (102).
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38. Wrap the Hack Squat Cable (139) under a 3 1/2” Pulley (56). Attach the Pulley to the indicated bracket on the Hack Squat Base (111) with an M10 x 78mm Button Bolt (79). Do not attach a locknut yet. 39.
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42. Wrap the Short Cable (141) over a 3 1/2” Pulley (56). Attach the Pulley to the indicated bracket on the Hack Squat Top Frame (116) with an M10 x 46mm Button Bolt (76) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (101). 43.
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46. Wrap the Medium Cable (140) under a 3 1/2” Pulley (56). Attach the Pulley to the indicated bracket on the Hack Squat Base (111) with an M10 x 46mm Button Bolt (76) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (101). Attach the Medium Cable (140) to the bottom of the Counterweight (120).
50. Attach the Front Shroud (24) to the Top Frame (5) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (95). Attach the Front Shroud to the Weight Base (2) with two M10 x 25mm Button Bolts (94). Attach the Rear Shroud (25) in the same man- ner.
53. Attach the Backrest (13) to the Backrest Frame (6) with four M8 x 19mm Button Screws (88). 54. Attach the Seat Upright (8) to the Seat Base (7) with two M10 x 68mm Carriage Bolts (73) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (101). 55.
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56. Attach the Leg Developer Plate (18) to the Leg Developer (10) with two M10 x 82mm Carriage Lubricate Bolts (82) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (101). Lubricate the 1/2” x 76mm Button Bolt (84) with grease. Attach the Leg Developer (10) to the Seat Frame (9) with the Bolt and a 1/2”...
59. Attach a Leg Developer Strap (43) to the Leg Developer (10) with an M8 x 12mm Button Shoulder Screw (83). Attach the other Leg Developer Strap (43) in the same manner. 60. Make sure that all parts have been properly tightened. The use of the remaining parts will be explained in ADJUSTMENTS, beginning on the following page.
ADJUSTMENTS This section explains how to adjust the weight system. See the EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 30 for impor- tant information about how to get the most benefit from your exercise program. Also, refer to the accompanying exercise guide to see the correct form for each exercise. Make sure all parts are properly tightened each time the weight system is used.
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ADJUSTING THE SEAT To adjust the height of the Seat (14), loosen the Seat Knob (48) and pull it out as far as it will go. Position the Seat at the desired height and engage the Seat Knob into an adjustment hole in the Seat Frame (not shown).
ADJUSTING THE HACK SQUAT ARM To adjust the height of the Hack Squat Arm (119), stand with your shoulders under the Shoulder Pads (123, 124). Squeeze the Release Handle (132) and move the Hack Squat Arm to the desired position. Let go of the Release Handle and allow the Backrest Adjustment Pin (not shown) to engage the Adjustment Bar (not shown).
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See drawing C. Slack can be removed from the cables by tightening the M6 Nylon Locknut (103) on either end of the High Cable (63) inside of a “U”- bracket (62). Note: It may be necessary to remove the 3 1/2” Pulley (not shown) from the “U”-bracket to do this.
WEIGHT RESISTANCE CHART This chart shows the approximate weight resistance at each station. “Top” refers to the 10-pound top weight. The other numbers refer to the nine 10-pound weight plates and the fifteen 20-pound weight plates. Note: The actual resistance at each weight station may vary due to differences in individual weight plates, as well as friction between the cables, pulleys, and weight guides.
CABLE DIAGRAMS The cable diagrams below show the proper routing of the Low Cable (40), the Press Cables (41), the High Cable (63), the Hack Squat Cable (29), the Medium Cable (30), and the Short Cable (31). Use the diagrams to make sure that the cables have been assembled correctly.
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Low Cable (40) Length: 129 1/2 inches High Cable (63) Length: 245 1/4 inches Right Press Cable (41) Length: 214 inches Left Press Cable (41) Length: 214 inches...
EXERCISE GUIDELINES THE FOUR BASIC TYPES OF WORKOUTS PERSONALIZING YOUR EXERCISE PROGRAM Muscle Building Determining the exact length of time for each workout, To increase the size and strength of your muscles, as well as the number of repetitions or sets completed, push them close to their maximum capacity.
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Rest for a short period of time after each set. The slowly as you stretch and do not bounce. Ease into ideal resting periods are: each stretch gradually and go only as far as you can • Rest for three minutes after each set for a muscle without strain.
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