Important Precautions - Weider 350 Bench User Manual

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:
instructions in this manual and all warnings on the weight bench before using the weight bench.
ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the
use of the weight bench.
1. Before beginning any exercise program, con-
sult your physician. This is especially impor-
tant for persons over the age of 35 or per-
sons with pre-existing health problems.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the weight bench are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
3. The weight bench is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight bench in any
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
4. Keep the weight bench indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Place the weight bench on
a level surface, with a mat beneath it to pro-
tect the floor or carpet. Make sure that there
is enough clearance around the weight bench
to mount, dismount, and use it.
5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regular-
ly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
6. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the weight bench at all times.
7. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
8. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-
tion while exercising.
9. The weight bench is designed to support a
maximum weight of 610 lbs. (277 kg), includ-
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
ing a maximum user weight of 300 lbs. (136
kg). Do not use more than 310 lbs. (141 kg) of
weight (not included) with the weight bench.
10. Always make sure that the adjustment pin is
fully inserted into the bench frame and the
backrest bracket before you exercise.
11. Always place an equal amount of weight on
both sides of the weight carriage or barbell.
12. Always secure weights with the weight clips
when they are mounted on the weight car-
riage, the barbell, or the weight tube on the
leg lever.
13. Always lower the weight carriage in a con-
trolled manner; never let the weight carriage
drop.
14. Always remove the lat bar when performing
an exercise that does not require the lat bar.
15. Always move the bench out of the way when
performing an exercise that does not require
the bench.
16. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time while
exercising, stop immediately and cool down.
17. Use the weight bench only as described in
this manual.
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