Sears home gym - home workout gym user manual (32 pages)
Summary of Contents for Sears 831.150860
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Write the serial number in the space MANUAL above for reference. Serial Number Decal (under seat) PATENT PENDING CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179...
WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. Read all instructions before using. SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
To help us assist you, please note the prod- uct model number and serial number before calling. The model number is 831.150860. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the WEIDER PRO 208 Weight Bench (see the front cover of this manual).
Part Identification Chart - Model No. 831.150860 M6 x 16mm Screw (45) M6 x 40mm Bolt (44) M8 x 16mm Bolt (39) M8 x 55mm Carriage Bolt (47) M8 x 58mm Bolt (38) M8 x 60mm Bolt (48) M8 x 65mm Bolt (42)
Assembly Before beginning assembly, carefully read the following information and instructions: Make Things Easier for Yourself! Everything in this manual is designed to ensure that the assembly of our products can be complet- ed successfully by anyone. However, it is impor- tant to recognize that your new equipment is a sophisticated product with many small parts and consequently, the assembly process will take time.
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3. Press a 2” Square Inner Cap (29) into the lower end of the Right Upright (9). Attach the Right Upright (9) to the Right Base (7) with a Support Plate (28), two M8 x 65mm Bolts (42) and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (40). 4.
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7. Insert a 1” Square Inner Cap (32) into the open end of each Backrest Tube (13, 14). Insert a 10mm Plastic Bushing (35) into each end of the welded tubes on the Backrest Tubes (13, 14) as shown in the inset drawing. Identify the Left (13) and Right (14) Backrest Tube.
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10. Attach the Seat (22) to the Left Seat Bracket (1) and the Right Seat Bracket (19) with four M6 x 16mm Screws (45). Insert the Seat Pin (15) through the holes in the cen- ter of the Seat Brackets and the holes in the Bench Frame (5).
14. Attach the Curl Pad (24) to the Curl Post (10) with two M6 x 16mm Screws (45). 15. Make sure all parts are properly tightened before you use the weight bench. The use of all remaining parts will be explained in Adjusting the Weight Bench starting below. Adjusting the Weight Bench This section explains how to adjust the weight bench.
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FOLDING THE BACKREST To perform squat exercises, you will need to fold the Backrest (23) to the upright position. To fold the Backrest (23), lift and pull it forward as far as it will go. It will be held in place by its own weight. WARNING: Always fold the backrest out of the way when performing squat exercises.
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ADJUSTING THE SEAT INCLINE Some exercises can be performed more comfortably when the Seat (22) has a slight incline. To give the Seat an incline, pull out the Seat Pin (15). Lift up the wide end of the Seat and insert the Seat Pin (15) through the holes in the Seat Brackets (1, 19), but not through the holes in the Bench Frame (not shown).
ADJUSTING THE BACKREST The Backrest (23) can be set to three different positions: a level position, a decline position and an incline position. To change the position of the Backrest (23), move the Adjustment Tube (12) to a different set of adjustment brackets (C) in the Uprights.
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most. To give balance and variety to your workouts, vary the exercises from session to session. Schedule your workouts for the time of day when your energy level is the highest. Each workout should be followed by at least one day of rest. Once you find the schedule that is right for you, stick with it.
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EXERCISE MONDAY Date: AEROBIC EXERCISE TUESDAY Date: EXERCISE WEDNESDAY Date: THURSDAY AEROBIC EXERCISE Date: EXERCISE FRIDAY Date: Make photocopies of this page for scheduling and recording your workouts. WEIGHT WEIGHT WEIGHT SETS REPS SETS REPS SETS REPS...
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Part List - Model No. 831.150860 Key No. Qty. Description Seat Bracket A Leg Lever Lock Leg Lever Front Leg Bench Frame Left Base Right Base Left Upright Right Upright Curl Post Weight Rest Adjustment Tube Backrest Tube A Backrest Tube B...
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Exploded Drawing - Model No. 831.150860 R0999A...
SEARS WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER, contact the nearest SEARS Service Center throughout the United States and SEARS will repair or replace the WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER, free of charge. This warranty does not apply when the WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER is used commercially or for rental purposes.