Chapter Safety Information and General Exercise Guidelines Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE operations manual and ALL installation Instructions. It describes equipment setup and instructs members on how to use it correctly and safely. Health related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equipment.
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Important Safety Instructions The following fitness safeguards and operating precautions are directed to purchasers and users of the STAR TRAC STRENGTH equipment. Club Managers should ensure that members and fitness staff are trained to use the equipemtn properaly and follow these instructions. Failure to follow these safeguards may result in injury or serious health risk.
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9. Children must not be allowed near these machines. Teenagers must be supervised. 10. DO NOT attempt to fix a broken or jammed machine. Notify floor staff. 11. Use the machine only for the intended use. Obtain instruction and DO NOT modify the machines. 12.
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a minimum. Inspect the STAR TRAC STRENGTH equipment prior to use. DO NOT use if damaged or inoperable. 20. Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing maintenance or repair of any kind is qualified to do so. 21. Routinely inspect all accessory clips that join attachments to the cables and replace at the first sign of wear.
31. Immediately replace worn or damaged components. If unable to immediately replace worn or damaged components then remove the STAR TRAC STRENGTH piece of equipment from service until the repair is made. 32. Make sure that all users are properly trained on how to use the STAR TRAC STRENGTH equipment.
All users should be instructed on the proper use of STAR TRAC STRENGTH as well as those actions that should be avoided. Each STAR TRAC STRENGTH machine has factored in adjustments to accommodate for a wide variety of body types. Prior to use, enter a machine and set up alignment respective to axis of rotation/anatomical joint and/or arm, leg or torso length.
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hands and/or extremities. Do not use machine if top plate is elevated and/or pinned in a raised position. Seek assistance from someone authorized to fix and/or repair such condition.
Chapter Installation Instructions Securing Equipment in Installation All STAR TRAC STRENGTH equipment MUST be secured to the floor to stabilize and eliminate rocking or tipping over. This must be performed by a licensed contractor. Prior to installation, make sure that each machine is to be set up and operated on a solid level surface.
To adjust seat pad height, depress lever and slide assembly. Glute Machine • No assembly required To adjust waist pad height, depress lever and slide assembly.
Lat Pull Down (Cable) • No assembly required For both Lat Pull Down versions: To adjust Thigh Pad height pull knob and position pad Leg Curl • No assembly required...
Leg Extension (Center Mount) • No assembly required For both the Leg Extension and Leg Curl: To adjust Roller Pad Position pull knob and position pad...
Leg Extension (Side Mount) • No assembly required To adjust Roller Pad Position pull knob and position pad To adjust Back Rest Pad depresses lever and slide assembly.
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DAP Warning Stickers: 1. Not a Step (PN: 5220-0027) 2. Assure adjustable handle locking pin is fully engaged before exercising (PN: 5220-0031) 3. Use only authorized attachments shipped with product (PN: 5220-0026) Adjust Handle/Roller/Pulley Assembly by pulling Red Handle away form guide rod to disengage Locking Pin, Move assembly up or down the guide rod to desired position and let go of handle to allow pin to engage hole in guide rod.
Chapter Transmission Source Replacement Transmission Sources STAR TRAC STRENGTH utilizes several types of transmissions sources; these sources may include some or all of the following components. Cables, Belts, Cams, Pulleys, Tie Rods, Flange Bearings, Pillow Blocks and Rod Ends. These components should be checked and lubricated on a regular bases where applicable.
Belts - Fasteners When tightening or changing belts, there are three securing systems STAR TRAC STRENGTH utilizes which you should be familiar with. 1. Synch Fastener This is found on all top plates. When changing a belt which connects to a weight stack, this is normally the first of the two connection sources which you will tighten and secure.
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3. Compression Swivel Fastener This is only found on the termination end for Lat Pull, Low Row and occasional Triceps pushdown applications. The tool required for this application is the 1/8” Allen wrench. 4. Compression Cam Fastener This is found on all cams and drive systems. When changing any belt, this is normally the first of two connection sources which you will tighten and secure.
Belts - Replacement Procedures Attaching Belt to Top Plate (Synch Fastener) 1. Belt clamp must first be removed. To do so, loosen Allen head bolt on top of Synch Fastener and back out only far enough so belt clamp may be removed.
fold. Utilizing a blow dryer to temporarily soften nylon will help to achieve end result. 2) With belt at 180 degrees, insert belt into swivel casing pushing loop slightly beyond the ¼” hole and insert ¼” shoulder bolt. 3) With 3/16” Allen wrench, tighten shoulder bolt into casing. Remember to tighten lock nut against shoulder bolt.
Belts - Installation Observe the three types of belt clamps used on the STAR TRAC STRENGTH in your facility as well as the cable applications and familiarize yourself with the type(s) you will be working with. Review all routing and belt clamps for the machine you are working on. First, remove old belt, once removed, sandwich old belt to new example belt to establish actual length belt needed by trimming off excess.
both overhead pulleys and then, slowly allow Olympic bar to descend and lock onto next lower setting. By doing so, this process will raise C.B. at which point you can unlock Vice Grip from shaft. Triceps Pushdown Station(s) Take termination end of cable and thread (push in and over) it through upper pulley and down to weight stack.
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begin screwing ½” lock nut (will require ½” box wrench) onto termination thread ends and begin tightening. When tight, keep box wrench on nylon locking nut and take an open end ½” wrench and tighten down lock nut. When complete, once again check for cable tautness.
Cross Over Cables (Non Adjustable) Like the STAR TRAC STRENGTH adjustable Cross Over Cables, this cable also has a termination and swedged loop end. The termination end once threaded through the pulleys, will also receive a loop end however, for assembly and/or replacement reasons, it has been manufactured and designed with a termination end.
Chapter Frame and Upholstery Management Framework Maintenance All STAR TRAC STRENGTH frameworks should be wiped down on a daily basis. By doing so, it will not only improve the longevity of your finish(s) but aid in identifying fatigue cracks in a frame or component, loose bolts, worn cables or belts and other area’s which may require attention.
Upholstery Maintenance Due to corrosive agents in perspiration, upholstery should be cleaned daily with a 10% diluted consistency of lanolin hand cleaner in warm water. Do not use ® ® ® products such as Lysol , Armoral , Windex or other abrasive detergents as they ®...
Chapter Warranty Information Warranty & Disclaimer. STAR TRAC STRENGTH warrants all frameworks for a period of 10 years. All moving parts are warranted for 1 year. 10 year limited warranty on structural 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 STRENGTH invoice and is not transferable nor...
WHO PAYS TRANSPORTATION & INSURANCE FOR SERVICE If the Product or any covered part must be returned to a service facility for repairs, We, STAR TRAC STRENGTH , will pay all transportation and insurance charges for the first year. You are responsible for transportation and insurance charges for all subsequent years.
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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 WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT LIMITED IMPLIED WARRANTIES...
Chapter Preventative Maintenance DAILY • Clean o Upholstery with a mild soap and water. o Guide rods with a cotton cloth and break-free. Hand grips with mild soap and water. • Inspect o Cables for wear or damage and proper tension (should not exceed 3/4"...
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! WARNING: Replace all worn cables immediately. The following conditions indicate some types of wear. Torn or Cracked Cable Sheath that exposes cable Stretched cable sheath A Kink in the cable...
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! WARNING: Replace all worn belts immediately. The following conditions indicate some types of wear. Belt Tear Belt Cords Exposed Edge Wear...
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! WARNING: Replace all worn handles immediately. Do Not use if less than 1/8” of material remains on the edge of attachment holes. Attachment Hole WEEKLY • Visually inspect all hardware for loosening, tampering or wear. o Refer to Appendix C for DAP Handle instructions •...
• The shields on the Platinum Series machines are made from POLYCARBONATE. Adherence to regular and proper cleaning procedures is recommended to preserve the appearance. • Impact are ABS clean with the following Washing to Minimize Scratches Wash POLYCARBONATE with a mild soap or detergent (e.g. Original Dawn Dishwashing Liquid) and lukewarm water using a clean sponge or a soft cloth.
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Compatible Cleaners for Shields following cleaning agents have been found compatible with POLYCARBONATE. The manufacturer's recommendations and instructions ® ® ® should be followed. They are Original Dawn , Freon T.F., Palmolive Liquid ® ® Top Job , and Windex with Ammonia D.
Appendix Appendix A: Synch Fastener Torque Specifications Synch Fasteners using threaded barrels torque specification is 350-400 in-lbs.
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Synch Fasteners using T-nut torque specification is 125-135 in-lbs. T-Nut **It is recommended that the T-nut be replaced after the third time of being re- torqued.** Note: If synch fasteners are not torqued within the recommended specifications as stated above, damage may occur to the machine which could result in injury to the user.
Appendix B : Guide Rod Lubrications Procedure There are two different types of weight stacks: One weight stack type uses the Lock-N-Load (LNL) technology and has a shorter shroud. The second weight stack is a typical weight stack that uses a weight pin with bungee cord. Both weight stacks can be lubricated with ‘3-IN-ONE’...
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CORRECT INCORRECT Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Step 3: Cleaning the guide rods Apply alcohol directly onto a clean cloth or rag (Fig. 5). Clean each guide rod by using an up and down motion (Fig. 6). Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Step 4: Re-lubricating Guide Rods Apply ‘3-IN-ONE’...
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Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Final Step: Once the Lubricating Guide Rod procedure has been performed and all safety checks have been performed, replace the shroud by reversing the procedure in Step 1. NOTE: Star Trac does not recommend using Tri-Flow, Graphite, or oils with a graphite base on the weight plate guide rods.
Appendix C: DAP handle inspection and tightening procedure Tools Required o 5/32” Hex key wrench o 7/16” Open end wrench Step 1 - The first step is the inspection of the adjustment handle (Fig.1), this is performed by grasping the red handle and attempting to wiggle the adjustment handle.
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Figure 1 Figure 2 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE @ 1-800-503-1221...
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