Cross bow advantage resistance system exerciser (24 pages)
Summary of Contents for Weider PLATINUM 831.153970
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Model No. 831.153970 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. Serial Number Decal (under seat) RESISTANCE SYSTEM EXERCISER Visit our Web site User’s Manual www.TheCrossBow.com CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment.
1-877-992-5999 to order a free replace- ment decal. Apply the decal in the loca- tion shown. Keep hands and fingers clear of this area. CrossBow by WEIDER is a trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions before using the resistance system. 1. Read all instructions in this manual before 11. Pull on the mech cable only while sitting on using the resistance system. Use the resist- the bench or standing on the base plate.
Whether calling. The model number is 831.153970. The serial your goal is to tone your body, build dramatic muscle number can be found on a decal attached to the resist- size and strength, or improve your cardiovascular sys- ance system (see the front cover of this manual).
ASSEMBLY • Tighten all parts as you assemble them, unless Make Things Easier for Yourself instructed to do otherwise. This manual is designed to ensure that the resist- • As you assemble the resistance system, make ance system can be assembled successfully by sure all parts are oriented as shown in the draw- most people.
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3. Insert the Upper Wire Harness (71) through the hole in the Upright Cover (3). Attach the Upright Cover (3) and the Row Plate (28) to the Upright (2) with four M10 x 75mm Button Bolts (134) and four M10 Nylon Locknuts (103).
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5. Insert the four connectors of the Lower Wire Harness (72) into the sockets of the Upper Wire Harness (71). The connectors should slide easi- ly into the sockets and snap into place. If a con- nector does not slide easily and snap into place, turn the connector over and then insert it.
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8. Pull the Seat Knob (48) out and slide the Seat Carriage (44) onto the Rail (4) as shown. Engage the Knob into a hole in the Rail. Press the Rail Cap (49) onto the Leg (5). Attach the Leg to the Rail (4) with two M10 x 64mm Button Bolts (128), four M10 Washers (106), and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (103).
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12. Attach the Squat Backrest (25) to the Squat Carriage (19) with four M6 x 16mm Screws (118). 13. Insert the Squat Pin (66) into the Upright (2). Slide the Squat Carriage (19) onto the Upright (2). 14. Press two 38mm Round Inner Caps (38) into the Top Frame (37).
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15. Insert the connector on the Console (67) into the socket on the Upper Wire Harness (71). The con- nector should slide easily into the socket and snap into place. If the connector does not slide easily and snap into place, turn the connector over and then insert it.
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19. Insert the Resistance Bow (9) between the Crossbar Guides (15), and center it on the Crossbar Block (not shown). Press a Bracket Plate (11) and a Pulley Bracket (10) onto the Resistance Bow (9). Screw a 3/8” x 38mm Tension Screw (13) into the Pulley Bracket a couple of turns.
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23. Attach the Backrest (35) to the Backrest Frame (32) with four M6 x 38mm Screws (117) and four M6 Washers (107). 24. Insert the rod on the Backrest Frame (32) into the slot in the Seat Carriage (44). Hold the Backrest Frame vertically over the Seat Carriage and slide the rod into the slot, as shown in the inset drawing.
26. Press two 19mm Round Inner Caps (51) into a Pad Tube (50). Slide the Pad Tube into the Leg (5). Slide two Large Foam Pads (52) onto the Pad Tube. Attach the other Pad Tube (50) to the Leg Lever (56) in the same manner.
ADJUSTMENTS This section explains how to adjust the resistance system. See the EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 22 for important information about how to get the most benefit from your exercise program. Also, refer to the accompa- nying exercise guide to see the correct form for each exercise. Make sure all parts are properly tightened each time the resistance system is used.
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ADJUSTING THE SQUAT ARM To adjust the Squat Arm (20), remove the Squat Knob (27) from Squat Carriage (19). Move the Arm to the up or down position, and reengage the Knob into the Squat Carriage. ATTACHING THE SQUAT STATION To use the squat station, first remove the backrest (see ADJUSTING THE BACKREST below).
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ATTACHING THE ACCESSORIES To attach the Lat Bar (136) to the high pulleys, first attach the high pulley to the resistance system (see ATTACHING THE HIGH PULLEYS on page 14). Then, attach the Lat Bar to a High Cable (101) with a Cable Clip (94).
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STORING THE RESISTANCE SYSTEM To store the resistance system, first remove the Leg Lever (not shown) from the resistance system. Secure the Seat Carriage (44) at the position closest to the Leg (5) (see ADJUSTING THE SEAT, on page 16). Next, remove the Storage Knob (29) from the Row Hold in Plate (28).
CONSOLE OPERATION FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE PLUGGING IN THE RESISTANCE SYSTEM Plug the indicated end of the Transformer (42) into the Back Mech Cover (8). Plug the Console other end of the Transformer into a 120-volt outlet. All indicators and dis- plays on the console will flash once;...
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Note: The resistance system uses progressive perform the cardio row exercise while the main dis- resistance. As the resistance bar begins to bend, play counts down from 5 minutes. the amount of resistance will increase gradually. As the bar bends further, the resistance will increase Note: To see the correct form for the cardio row rapidly, up to 340 pounds.
CABLE DIAGRAM The cable diagram shows the proper routing of the Crossbar Cable (99). Use the diagram to make sure that the Cable has been assembled correctly. If the Cable has not been correctly routed, the resistance system will not function properly and damage may occur.
TROUBLESHOOTING When the resistance setting changes, the motor will be heard. To prevent damage to the motor, do not pull any of the cables while the resistance setting is changing. If a cable is pulled, the words RELEASE HAN- DLES AND READJUST RESISTANCE AS DESIRED may appear in the main display on the console. If this message is displayed repeatedly but no cable is being pulled, there may be too much tension on the Crossbar Cable (99).
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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PART IDENTIFICATION CHART—Model No. 831.153970 R0304A M10 x 64mm Button Bolt (128) M10 x 58mm Bolt (131) M5 x 56mm Screw (119) M10 x 69mm Button Bolt (113) M4 x 70mm Screw (114) M10 x 44mm Button Bolt (125) M6 x 38mm Screw (117)
FULL TEN-YEAR WARRANTY For ten years from the date of purchase, if failure occurs due to defect in material or workmanship in this RESISTANCE SYSTEM EXERCISER, contact the nearest Sears Service Center throughout the United States and Sears will repair or replace the RESISTANCE SYSTEM EXERCISER, free of charge. The resistance bow will be replaced for the lifetime of the product.
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