Domyos BM 740 User manual

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INTRODUCTION
The BM740 is a compact and versatile workout bench.
Training with this type of apparatus is designed to tone all of your muscle mass and improve your physical condition through a localized,
muscle-by-muscle workout.
The high level of resistance afforded by this product makes the BM740 your ideal companion as your workout evolves.
You have chosen a DOMYOS fitness machine and we wish to thank you for the trust you place with us.
We created the DOMYOS brand to enable all sports aficionadoes to remain at peak fitness. This item was designed
by sportsmen for sportsmen and women. We would very much appreciate receiving any of your comments and suggestions
about DOMYOS products. To this aim, the staff at your local store and the DOMYOS design department are at your disposal.
If you wish to write to us, you can send us email at the following address: [email protected].
We wish you enjoyable training sessions and hope that this DOMYOS item be a source of pleasure for you.
Pulley station
Wrist curl
Safety catch
Backboard
adjustment bar
Backrest
Adjustable weights support
Biceps console
Leg
Squat rack
Adjustment
lever
Storage rack
REAR
FRONT
RIGHT SIDE
LEFT SIDE
BM 740 70 kg
154 lbs
170 x 74 x 25 cm
67 x 29 x 10 inch
1. Read all the instructions in this manual before using the product. Use
this product only in the way described in this manual. Keep this
manual during the product’s service life.
2. This equipment must be assembled carefully and meticulously by an
adult.
3. It is up to the owner to make sure that all of the product’s users are
properly informed on all the user precautions.
4. Domyos declines all responsibility for injury or for damage inflicted
on any person or property caused by the purchaser or any other per-
son using this product.
5. Before changing positions and exercises or adjusting settings, remo-
ve the weights and the bar support or any other option that may be
on the bench. Remove the weights progressively on each side of the
bar.
6. The product is intended for domestic use only. Do not use the product
in a commercial, rental or institutional context.
7. For interior use only, in a dry and dust-free environment, on a flat
and solid surface and in a sufficiently large space. Make sure there
is sufficient space to move around the product in complete safety. To
protect the floor, place a carpet under the apparatus.
8. It is up to the user to ensure adequate maintenance of the product.
After assembly and prior to each use, check to make sure that all
adjustment mechanisms are tightly closed yet not over-forced.
Always check the state of parts subject to the greatest wear.
9. In the event that your product deteriorates in some way, immediate-
ly have all used or defective parts replaced by the After Sales Service
department of the DECATHLON store nearest you and do not use the
product until it has been fully repaired.
10. Do not store the product in a humid environment (near to a swim-
ming pool, bathroom, etc…).
11. To protect your feet during exercise, always wear athletic footwear.
DO NOT wear full or hanging clothing, which might get caught in
the machine. Remove all your jewelry.
12. Pull your hair back so that it doesn’t bother you while exercising.
13. If you experience pain or dizziness while exercising, stop imme-
diately and rest and then consult your doctor.
14. Keep children and domestic animals at a safe distance from the
product at all times.
15. Do not place your hands or feet near to any moving parts.
16. Don’t try to force the adjustment mechanisms.
17. For safety reasons, never attempt to modify this product in any way.
18. While exercising, do not arch your back, but rather hold it straight.
19. Any assembly or disassembly of the product must be performed
with care.
20. Maximum load of weight rest: 140 kg / 300 lbs.
21. Maximum user weight on bench when using this load:
110 kg / 240 lbs.
SAFETY
Warning: to reduce the risk of serious injury, please read the important precautions below before using
the product.
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Serial N° : _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Write the serial number in the space
above for future reference.
CAUTION
Read all warnings affixed to the product.
Read precautions and instructions in this manual
before using this equipment.
Keep this manual for future reference.
Serial number Decal
TRAINING RECOMMENDATION
For optimum training, we advise you to follow the following recom-
mendations:
• If you are a beginner, work out for several weeks using light
weights to accustom your body to muscular activity.
• Before each session, begin with a cardiovascular warm-up,
warm up floor and stretching exercises or do sets without
weights. Increase the weights progressively.
• When working out, use regular and smooth movements.
• Always keep your back straight. Do not arch or bend the back
during exercises.
• If you are a beginner, do sets of 10 to 15 reps, carrying out 4
sets per exercise. Alternate the muscular groups that you work
on. Do not work all muscle groups every day; instead spread
out your workouts over the week.
Example of a training schedule:
MONDAY: PECS/TRICEPS
TUESDAY: SHOULDERS/ABS
WEDNESDAY: BACK/BICEPS
THURSDAY: REST
FRIDAY: THIGHS/ABS
SATURDAY/SUNDAY: REST
MAINTENANCE
To prevent perspiration damaging the upholstery, use a towel to dry the upholstery after each use.
Lightly grease moving parts to improve their effectiveness and to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.

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The warning decals shown on this page have been placed on the product in the locations shown below. If a decal is missing or
illegible, please contact your nearest DECATHLON store and order a free replacement decal. Place the decal on the product in
the location shown.
MAXI
140 kg / 300 lbs
MAXI
140 kg / 300 lbs
MAXI
70 kg / 150 lbs
MAXI
50 kg / 110 lbs
+
MAXI
250 kg / 550 lbs
DECATHLON guarantees this product for parts and labor, under normal conditions of use, for 5 years for the structure and 2 years for wear parts
and labor starting on the date of purchase, confirmed by the date on the sales ticket.
DECATHLON’S obligation in compliance with this warranty is limited to the product’s replacement or repair, at DECATHLON’S convenience.
All the products for which the warranty is applicable, shall be accepted by DECATHLON in one of its authorized service centers, sent postage paid
together with the proof of the purchase.
This warranty cannot be applied in the following cases:
• Damage caused during transport
• Misuse or abnormal use
• Repairs done by people not authorized by DECATHLON
• The commercial use of the product concerned
This trade warranty does not exclude the legal guarantee(s) applicable according to countries and / or provinces.
DECATHLON – 4 BOULEVARD DE MONS – BP299 – 59665 VILLENEUVE D’ASCQ – France -
TRADE WARRANTY
 WARNING
• Misuse of this product may result in
serious injury.
• Read user’s manual and follow all
warnings and operating instruc-
tions prior to use.
• Do not allow children on or around
machine.
• Replace label if damaged, illegible,
or removed.
• Keep hands, feet and hairs away
from moving parts.
DECATHLON - 4 bd de Mons -
59665 Villeneuve d'Ascq - France
F: (+).33.3.20.50.00
EN 957-1,5/ASTM F1250 - F2276 / 16CFR1303 / GB17498
Order : xxxxxx - xxxxxx
wxx-2004
STT: xxx DPP: DP Shangaï
Made in CHINA
Model: 3310596
ADJUSTMENT
It is possible to adjust the distance between the bench and the bar bracket.
To do this, pull the lever located under the seat and move the bench backwards or forwards to your desired position (A or B). Release the lever.
You can also change the angle of the back rest.
AB
-1 012
Bench adjustment
Back rest adjustment
Setting option

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EXERCISES
Bench position: ABack rest position: 0
With the bench flat, lying on your back, grasp the bar from the cradle. The
handhold must be greater than the width of your shoulders. (Your arms and
forearms must make a 90° angle at mid-movement). Your head should be res-
ting on the bench. Your back should be completely flat. To avoid any arching
of the lumbar vertebrae, you can place your heels on the bench or pull your
knees in close to your chest.
Exercise : Inhale, while bringing the bar to your chest (without letting it rest
there), then press the bar up smoothly, while exhaling. Your elbows should be
wide apart (your arms and your torso should make a 90° angle).
Muscles worked: Pectorals, triceps, front of the shoulders.
PECTORALS
Développé couché (1,2,3)
Bench position: ABack rest position: 0
Equipment: BM740, preacher curl bench.
Position : Sit down facing the preacher bench with your palms facing
upwards. Place your elbows on the preacher bench.
Exercise : Grip the handle and curl it towards your chest whilst exhaling.
Lower the handle whilst inhaling. Your elbows and chest should not move
during the entire exercise.
Muscles worked: Biceps (arm flexors).
BICEPS
CURL bar (16,17)
Equipment: BM740. A short dumbbell
Bench position: ABack rest position: 0
Same position as for the bench press. Grasp the short dumbbell with your 2
hands while checking that the iron plates are securely blocked by the collars.
Start with arms semi-extended, dumbbell above the chest.
Exercise : Inhale, expanding your rib cage, lower your arms behind your
head in such a way as to bring the dumbbell down to bench level. While
exhaling, raise the dumbbell up over the chest. The back should remain abso-
lutely flat and must not arch.
Muscles worked: Pectorals, triceps, latissimus dorsi muscles.
Pullover (6,7)
Bench position: BBack rest position: 1 or 2
This position also works the pectorals, but particularly the upper section of this
muscle.
Bench position: ABack rest position: 0
Same position as for the bench press. Instead of grasping the bar, take a
short dumbbell in each hand. Start with arms extended (without locking the
elbows) above the chest.
Exercise : Inhale, open your arms up wide in such a way as to bring your
arms down to the level of your torso. Your elbows should remain slightly bent.
Don’t bring the dumbbells any lower than bench height so as not to strain the
shoulder joints. Then raise the dumbbells back up over your chest as you
exhale.
Muscles worked: Pectorals, front of the shoulders.
Incline press
Bench position: ABack rest position: -1
Same exercise while lowering the angle of the bench
This position also works the pectorals, but especially the lower part of the
muscle.
Decline press
Dumbbell push up (4,5)
TRICEPS
Position : Same as for the bench press. Grasp the bar in the middle with
a tight grip (a handhold of roughly 20 cm)
Exercise : Bring the bar towards the front while inhaling. Lift the bar back
up while exhaling. Only the forearms should move. The elbows, the torso and
the arm should not participate in the movement.
Muscles worked: Triceps (arm extensors)
French press (12,13)
Equipment: BM740, a short dumbbell.
Position: Seated on the bench, with your back straight. Check that the
plates are securely blocked by the collars. Hold the dumbbell with both
hands.
Exercise : Bring the dumbbell down to the nape of your neck while inha-
ling. Then raise the dumbbell up over your head while exhaling.
Only the forearms should move. The elbows should not budge.
Muscles worked: Triceps
Seated extension (14,15)
The basic exercises for harmoniously developing your muscle mass are described here.
DORSALS
Bench position: ABack rest position: 0
Position : Sit facing the pulley tower with your arms holding the T-bar with
a wide grip.
Exercise : Pull the bar down to the nape of your neck whilst inhaling.
Slowly return to the starting position whilst exhaling, without resting the
weights. Do not pull the bar further down than the nape of your neck.
Muscles worked: latissimus dorsi, back of shoulders.
Behind neck pull-downs (8)
Chest pulls (9)
SHOULDERS
Bench position: BBack rest position: 0
Exercise : Hold the bar with a grip wider than the width of your shoulders.
Bring the bar down behind your neck whilst inhaling. Breath out whilst
pushing the bar above your head, tensing your arms without completely loc-
king your elbows.
Muscles worked: Outer deltoids
Neck development (10,11)
THIGHS
Bench position: ABack rest position: 0
Equipment :BM740, iron plates to be placed on the leg developer.
Position : Seated, with the back perfectly straight. Adjust the leg developer
so the foam pads are at ankle level when the feet are placed behind the rol-
ler pads.
Exercise : As you exhale, extend the legs. Return to your starting position
without letting the weights fall. Do not completely lock your knees during the
extension.
Muscles worked :Quadriceps
Bench position: ABack rest position: -1
Equipment :BM740, iron plates for the leg developer
Position : Flat on your stomach on the bench in the decline position. Adjust
the leg developer so that the roller pads are at ankle level, a close as possible
to the heel.
Exercise : Raise your heel as close as you can to your buttocks. Return your
leg to the starting position without dropping the load. Your hips should not
budge during the movement.
Muscles worked :Hamstring
Leg extensions (18,19)
Leg flexing (20,21)
Bench position: ABack rest position: 0
WARNING: This exercise requires a minimum experience and a perfect
position to avoid risk of injury. If you haven't done this exercise before, seek
advice before beginning. Do not load too much weight on the bar. If you are
not entirely sure of the position to adopt, do not do this exercise.
You will also need a muscle belt to protect your lower back.
Position: Stand with your back to the squat rack. Hold the bar behind your
trapezius. The bar should rest on the base of your trapezius and not on the
nape of your neck. Take one step forward. Your feet should be turned out
slightly and should be placed slightly wider apart than the width of your
shoulders.
Exercise: Inhale and squat, keeping your back and head erect. Your knees
should be slightly turned out and should not extend further than your feet
during the exercise. Once your thighs are horizontal, raise yourself up again
whilst exhaling. Do not completely lock your knees. Squat again whilst
inhaling, then raise yourself again whilst breathing out.
Muscles worked: Quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes.
Squats (22,23,24,25,26)
Position :Lying on the bench. The legs are bent at 90°and must remain
bent during the whole movement.
Exercise : Bring your chest to your knees as you exhale. Return to the ini-
tial position. Your legs must always form a 90° angle (maximum) with your
torso.
Muscles worked :Rectus abdominus, specifically the upper part of the
abdominals.
ABDOMINALS
Upper ABS (27,28,29)
Position : Seated on the bench. The legs are bent and form a 90° angle
with the torso.
Exercise : Raise your knees to your chest as you exhale. Return to your star-
ting position, that is, with your legs making a maximum right angle with your
torso. Your legs should remain bent throughout the movement.
Lower ABS (30,31)
Consult your doctor before starting an exercise program. This is particularly important for people over 35 or having
had health problems before, anf if you have not been working out for a long time. Read all the instructions before use.
WARNING
Position : Same exercise as Behind Neck Pull-downs, but instead you pull
the bar down to the base of the front of the neck. You can use a large or nar-
row grip, palms facing up or down.
Exercise : Keep your back straight whilst doing this exercise. Your back
should not move backward or forward during this exercise.
Muscles worked: latissimus dorsi, back of shoulders.