Installation; Maintenance; Warranty - Matrix MAGNUM Series Quick Start Manual

PRODUCT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of MATRIX products
to instruct all individuals, whether they are the end user or
supervising personnel on proper usage of the equipment.
It is recommended that all users of MATRIX exercise equipment
be informed of the following information prior to its use.
Do not use any equipment in any way other than designed
or intended by the manufacturer. It is imperative that
MATRIX equipment be used properly to avoid injury.

INSTALLATION

1. STABLE AND LEVEL SURFACE: MATRIX exercise equipment
must be installed on a stable base and properly leveled.
2. SECURING EQUIPMENT: Manufacturer recommends that all
stationary MATRIX strength equipment be secured to the
floor to stabilize equipment and eliminate rocking or tipping
over. This must be performed by a licensed contractor.
3. Under no circumstances should you slide equipment across
the floor due to risk of tipping. Use proper materials handling
techniques and equipment recommended by OSHA.
All anchor points must be able to withstand
750 lbs. (3.3 kN) pull-out force.

MAINTENANCE

1. DO NOT use any equipment that is damaged and or
has worn or broken parts. Use only replacement parts
supplied by your country's local MATRIX dealer.
2. MAINTAIN LABELS AND NAMEPLATES: Do not remove labels for
any reason. They contain important information. If unreadable
or missing, contact your MATRIX dealer for a replacement.
3. MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT: Preventative maintenance is the key
to smooth operating equipment as well as keeping your liability to
a minimum. Equipment needs to be inspected at regular intervals.
4. Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing
maintenance or repair of any kind is qualified to do so.
MATRIX dealers will provide service and maintenance
training at our corporate facility upon request.
ENGLISH
ADDITIONAL NOTES
This equipment should only be used in
supervised areas where access and control is
specifically regulated by the owner. It is up to the
owner to determine who is allowed access to this
training equipment. The owner should consider a
user's: degree of reliability, age, experience, etc.
This training equipment meets industry
standards for stability when used for its intended
purpose in accordance with the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
This equipment is for indoor use only. This
training equipment is a Class S product
(designed for use in a commercial environment
such as a fitness facility). This training equipment
is in compliance with EN ISO 20957-1 and EN
957-2.
UNPACKING
Thank you for purchasing a MATRIX Fitness
product. It is inspected before it is packaged.
It is shipped in multiple pieces to facilitate
the compact packaging of the machine. Prior
to assembly, confirm all the components by
matching them with the exploded diagrams.
Carefully unpack the unit from this box and
dispose of the packing materials in accordance
with your local laws. Exercise device must be
assembled by a trained assembly team or be
pre-assembled prior to delivery.
CAUTION
To avoid injury to yourself and prevent damage to the frame components, be sure to have proper
assistance removing the frame pieces from this box. Please be sure to install the equipment on a
stable base, and properly level the machine. Ensure a minimum clearance width of 0.6 meters (24") for
access to and passage around MATRIX strength equipment. Please note, 0.91 meters (36") is the ADA
recommended clearance width for individuals in wheelchairs.

WARRANTY

For North America, please visit matrixfitness.com for warranty information along with warranty
exclusions and limitations.
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WARNING
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR ON THIS DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR ON THIS
EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
INJURY! INJURY!
1. Keep children under the age of 14 away from this 1. All warnings and instructions should be read and
strength training equipment. Teenagers must be proper instruction obtained prior to use. Use this
supervised at all times while using this equipment for its intended purpose ONLY.
equipment. 2. ALWAYS use a spotter if working out on this
2. This equipment is not intended for use by persons equipment.
with reduced physical, sensory or mental 3. Do not allow the lifting bar/sled to drop suddenly.
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, 4. Visually ensure lifting bar catches are fully
unless they have been given supervision or engaged and seated in the hooks before releasing
instruction concerning use of the equipment by a the load and exiting the machine.
person responsible for their safety. 5. Adjustable stops must be used at all times.
3. All warnings and instructions should be read and 6. ALWAYS set both adjustable stops to the same
proper instruction obtained prior to use. Use this height when using this machine.
equipment for its intended purpose ONLY. 7. PROPER adjustable stop height depends on the
4. Inspect the machine before use. DO NOT use exercise performed.
machine if it appears damaged or inoperable. Adjust as follows:
5. Do not exceed weight capacity of this equipment. • Remove weight from lifting bar/sled.
6. ALWAYS use a spotter if using free weights. • For squats, perform the exercise and determine
7. Balance the weight applied to this equipment the lowest comfortable position of the bar/sled
and/or any barbell. Where applicable, use that ensures no spinal compression. For other
retention devices to retain weight discs. exercises, perform the movement and determine
8. Injuries to health may result from incorrect or the lowest point of bar travel that is
excessive training. Cease exercise if you feel faint comfortable without the bar contacting your
or dizzy. Obtain a medical exam before beginning body.
an exercise program. • Position both stop catches to stop the bar at this
9. Keep body, clothing, hair, and fitness accessories point. Ensure that they are completely seated
free and clear of all moving parts. on the stop rods or catch plate.
10. Adjustable stops, where provided, must be used • FOR SQUATS PERFORMED ON A SMITH PRESS:
at all times. NEVER PLACE THE STOPS BELOW THE HEIGHT
11. When adjusting any adjustable mechanism (stop INDICATED ON THE EQUIPMENT.
position, seat position, pad location, range of • Load weights onto the lifting bar and carefully
motion limiter, pulley carriage, or any other type), perform the exercise.
make certain that the adjustable mechanism is fully 8. DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. REPLACE IF DAMAGED
engaged prior to use to prevent unintended motion. OR ILLEGIBLE.
12. Manufacturer recommends that this equipment be
secured to the floor to stabilize and eliminate
rocking or tipping over. Use a licensed contractor.
13. If equipment is NOT secured to floor: NEVER allow
resistance straps, ropes or other means to be
attached to this equipment, as this may result in
serious injury. NEVER use this equipment for
support during stretching, as this may result in
serious injury.
14. DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. REPLACE IF
DAMAGED OR ILLEGIBLE.
WARNING