FarmTek PolyMax 108292 User manual

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PolyMax® Bench Systems
SKU# DIMENSIONS
108292 2' W x 8' L (Top only)
108292S 2' W x 8' L x 30" H

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READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE YOU
BEGIN TO ASSEMBLE THE BENCH.
Thank you for purchasing this PolyMax® Bench System.
When properly assembled and maintained, this product will
provide years of reliable service. These instructions include
helpful hints and important information needed to safely
assemble and properly maintain the product. Please read
these instructions before you begin.
If you have any questions during the assembly, contact
Customer Service at 1-800-245-9881 for assistance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Wear eye protection.
• Wear gloves when handling metal tubes.
• Use a portable GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
when working with power tools and cords.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
Following the instructions as presented will help ensure the
proper assembly of your bench.
The steps outlining the assembly process are as follows:
1. Verify that all parts are included in the shipment. Notify
Customer Service for questions or concerns.
2. Read these instructions and all additional
documentation included with the shipment before you
begin.
3. Gather the tools and assistants needed to assemble
the product.
4. Assemble the components in the order they are
presented in these instructions.
5. Assemble the frame.
6. Install and secure the PolyMax®.
7. Read the care and maintenance information.
8. Complete and return all warranty information as
instructed.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Proper care and maintenance of your bench is important.
Check the following items periodically to properly maintain
your bench.
• Check connections and all fasteners to verify that they
remain tight.
• Do not climb or stand on the bench at anytime.
• Replace all worn or damaged parts promptly.
• If the bench is moved, inspect all parts and
connections before reassembling and use.
• For replacement or missing parts, call 1.800.245.9881
for assistance.
REQUIRED TOOLS
The following list identifies the main tools needed to
assemble the bench. Additional tools may be needed.
• Tape measure or measuring device
• Marker
• Variable speed drill and impact driver (cordless with
extra batteries works best)
• Hammers, gloves, and eye protection
UNPACK AND IDENTIFY PARTS
The following steps will ensure that you have all the
necessary parts before you begin to assemble the bench.
1. Unpack the contents of the shipment and place where
you can easily inventory the parts. Refer to the Bill of
Materials/Spec Sheets and this assembly guide.
2. Verify that all parts listed on the Bill of Materials/Spec
Sheets are present. If anything is missing or you have
questions, consult the Pictorial Parts Guide and all
diagrams throughout these instructions for clarification,
or contact Customer Service.
NOTE: At this time, you do not need to open the plastic
bags containing the fasteners (if used).

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The following graphics and photos will help you identify the
different parts of the bench.
FA4482B
Tek Screw
104624
One-Way W/Plate
(108292S only)
Square Tube
SKU# Cut Length Quantity
S15P0182 1.5" x 1.5" x 18.25" 2
104779 1.5" x 1.5" x 96" 2
S15P028
(108292S only)
1.5" x 1.5" x 28" 4
Aluminum Strap
(108292S only)
SKU# Cut Length Quantity
105932029 1" x 29" 4
100441
Nut Setter
104625
2-Way
Tube Fitting
HA2215
PolyMax®
Bench Top (2)
FAME50
Washer

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IMPORTANT: The 96" tubes will
span the entire length of the bench.
Verify that the open corners of the
2-way corner fittings are positioned
to accommodate the whole tube. See
diagram to the right.
96" Tube
18.25" Tube
ATTENTION: Leave 1/4" space between the end of the 96"
tubes and the open corner edge.
1/4"
96" Tube
96" Tube
18.25" Tube
Tek screws
18.25" Tube
Outside-to-Outside Dimensions
WIDTH: 22-1/2"
LENGTH: 96-3/4"
96-3/4"
outside-to-outside
22-1/2"
outside-to-outside
Gather two (2) 96" tubes, two (2) 18.25" tubes, and four (4) 2-way corner fittings.
Assemble as shown below. Secure each 2-way corner fitting to the tubes using a Tek screw positioned on
the inside of the fitting. Do not position Tek screws on the top or bottom of the frame.
ATTENTION: Set the outside-to-outside dimensions and then measure the assembled frame corner-to-
corner. The frame is square when the corner-to-corner measurements are the same.

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2ATTENTION: The following steps explain the assembly of the legs of the complete Bench System
(#108292S). If you have not ordered the complete Bench System and have only the 108292 bench top,
continue with Step 5.
Gather four (4) one-way plates (104624).
Measure and mark a line 6-1/2" from each corner edge on the 96" tubes.
Position the edge of a one-way plate on this line and attach to the 96" tube using Tek screws on each side
of the plate.
Repeat for the remaining corners.
6-1/2"
Edge-to-edge
96" Tube
18.25" Tube
Tek screws

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3Gather four (4) 28" lengths of tube.
Slide a 28" tube into each of the one-way plates and secure as shown below using Tek screws.
Tube slides
inside the
fitting.
28"
Tube
28"
Tube
28"
Tube
28"
Tube
Tek
screw

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4-1/2"
4-1/2"
Tek screw
Gather four (4) 29" lengths of aluminum strap (105932029).
Measure 4-1/2" from each end of each leg. At these points, secure the aluminum straps to the legs as
shown below using Tek screws.
ATTENTION: Verify that the legs are straight before attaching the aluminum straps.
After the aluminum straps are secured, carefully (and with assistance) flip the assembled frame onto its
legs.

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5ATTENTION: The 108292 Bench Top does not include legs as shown below. Legs, bracing, and fittings are
included with the 108292S Bench System only. Installation of the PolyMax® panels is the same for both.
Gather two (2) PolyMax® (#HA2215) panels and six (6) washers (#FAME50) for the bench top.
Set the PolyMax® panels in place as shown and square them on the frame. Using the mounting holes in
the panels, secure them to the frame using Tek screws. Do not overtighten. Screws should be snug.
There will be a space between the PolyMax® and the frame at the end where the interlocking lip is on top.
Align three washers between the frame and the mounting holes at the corners. Secure using Tek screws.
Tek screw
Align panels with frame. Verify that
the two panel lips are interlocked
before securing with Tek screws.
Set panels on the frame. Panel lips will
interlock in the middle.
NOTE: White dashed line
shows the seam between the
two separate panels.
Tek screw goes
into the mounting
hole, through
three washers,
and is secured to
the frame.
Washers keep PolyMax®
bench top level.
Frame
Washers
Tek screw
PolyMax®

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Bench Frame Dimensions
Outside-to-Outside
96-3/4"
Outside-to-Outside
22-1/2"
Outside-to-Outside
30"
(108292S only)
ATTENTION: The 108292S is shown
above. The 108292 does not include the
legs and related fittings and braces.