Hammer Strength HDCR User manual

HEAVY DUTY COMBO RACK (HDCR)
WARNING:
Read and follow all directions for each step to insure proper assembly of this product.
CLASS SB (Studio): Professional and / or commercial use (Commercial Use Only)
PART #7946901 D-4
DATE: 2/08

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HAMMER STRENGTH HEAVY DUTY RACKS
SAFETY & WARRANTY
Purchasers of Hammer Strength products should read the Owner's Manual and all of the warning labels on the products
before using them. Because these products may be used in commercial settings, it is the purchaser's responsibility to
instruct all individuals, whether users, trainers or observers, on the proper usage of the equipment. Contact Hammer
Strength if you do not know how to use this equipment.
Hammer Strength recommends that all commercial fitness equipment be used in a supervised area. Hammer Strength
also recommends that the equipment be located in an access controlled area. The extent of control is at the discretion of
the owner.
SECURING EQUIPMENT: All strength equipment must be secured to the floor to a solid, level surface to stabilize and
eliminate rocking or tipping over. This must be performed by a licensed contractor.
Hammer Strength recommends that all users be informed of the following prior to using Hammer Strength equipment:
PROPER USAGE
1. It is imperative that Hammer Strength equipment be used properly to avoid injury. Do not use any equip-
ment for purposes other than those specified by the manufacturer.
2. Keep body parts (hands, feet, hair, etc.) and clothing away from moving parts to avoid injury.
3. Injuries may result if you exercise improperly or excessively. It is recommended that all individuals consult a
physician prior to commencing an exercise program. If at any time during exercise you feel faint, dizzy or
experience pain, stop and consult your physician.
4. When adjusting any seat or range of motion limiter, make certain that the adjusting pin is fully engaged in
the hole to avoid injury.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS
1. DO NOT use or permit the use of any equipment that is damaged or has worn or broken parts. For all
Hammer Strength equipment, use only replacement parts supplied by Hammer Strength.
2. MAINTAIN LABELS AND NAMEPLATES: Do not remove labels for any reason. Labels contain important
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Hammer Strength for a replacement.
3. MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT: Preventative maintenance is the key to smooth operating equipment.
Equipment should be inspected at regular intervals. See the Maintenance section of this manual for recom-
mended maintenance intervals.
4. Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing maintenance or repair of any kind is qualified
to do so. Hammer Strength will provide service and maintenance training at one of its facilities upon request
or in the field if proper arrangements are made.
SPECIFIC OPERATING WARNINGS
1. UNDERSTANDING THE FULL EXTENT OF EACH AND EVERY WARNING IS IMPORTANT. IF ANY WARN-
ING IS UNCLEAR, ASK HAMMER STRENGTH PERSONNEL FOR CLARIFICATION.
2. Keep children away from strength equipment.
3. Use only olympic style weight plates (2.0" Bore) for training weight. Only add weight up to the load limits of
the unit and that can be fully placed on the weight horn. Contact a Hammer Strength representative with any
questions regarding proper weights and loading.

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WARNING
SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
ON THIS EQUIPMENT. YOU MUST
FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS
TO AVOID INJURY!
1. Before using, read all the warnings
and obtain instruction on the use of this
machine. Use only for intended exercise.
DO NOT modify the equipment.
2. Obtain a medical exam before
beginning any exercise program.
3. Keep body and clothing free of all
moving objects.
4. Inspect equipment daily. Tighten all
loose connections, and replace worn
parts immediately. DO NOT use if it
appears damaged.
5. Children must not be allowed near this
machine. Supervise teenagers.
6. DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL.
REPLACE IF DAMAGED.
5,135,449;
D321,391;
5,100,080;
5,171,198;
5,273,505;
5,181,896;
D321,027;
5,066,003;
D321,389;
5,135,456;
D321,387;
5,125,881;
6,203,474B1
5,044,631;
D321,026;
5,006,004;
D321,390;
5,180,354;
5,273,504;
5,050,873;
This exercise
machine is covered by one or
more of the following U.S.
patents:
and other patents pending.
HAMMER/STRENGTH
MACHINE # MODEL SERIAL #
MFG. & DESIGN BY
GARY JONES & THE TROOPS
MACHINE WARRANTY VOID IF TAG REMOVED
For Service Call Life Fitness 800-351-3737

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LIMITED WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
This Hammer Strength commercial exercise equipment (Signature Benches and Racks) is warranted to be free of all
defects in material and workmanship to the original purchaser for the specific items and duration listed:
O10 years on structural frame
O1 year on grips
O1 year for rust or corrosion of structural frame. Scratches or scrapes where the subsurface of the unit has been
exposed must have been properly repaired by the customer.
O90 days on upholstery and any items not specified (including labor).
Hammer Strength will ship to you at our expense, any repair parts covered by the warranty as stated. If the Product is
deemed not repairable by Hammer Strength authorized personnel, we reserve the right to replace any part or the entire
Product at our option within the stated warranty period.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Any failures or damage caused by unauthorized service, misuse, accident, negligence, improper assembly or installation,
debris resulting from construction activities in the vicinity of the Product, any alterations or modifications made to the
Product without written authorization by Hammer Strength, or by failure on your part to use, operate, and maintain the
Product as set out in your Operation Manual. All terms of this warranty are void if this product is moved beyond the conti-
nental borders of North America (excluding Hawaii) and are then subject to the terms provided by that country's autho-
rized Hammer Strength Representative.
TRANSPORTATION & INSURANCE FOR SERVICE
If the Product or any covered part must be returned to a service facility for repairs, Hammer Strength will pay all trans-
portation and insurance charges for the first year. You are responsible for transportation and insurance charges for year
2 and beyond.

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LIMITED WARRANTY
HOW TO GET PARTS & SERVICE
Simply call Customer Support Services at [phone], Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central
Standard Time, and tell them your name, address and the serial number of your Product. They will tell you how to get a
replacement part, or, if necessary, arrange for service where your Product is located or advise you on how and where to
ship the Product for service. Before shipping:
1. Obtain a Return Authorization Number (RA#) from Customer Support Services
2. Securely pack your Product (use the original shipping carton, if possible)
3. Write the RA# on the outside of the carton
4. Insure the Product, and
5. Include a letter explaining the defect or problem and a copy of your proof of purchase if you believe the service
is covered by warranty
Life Fitness World Headquarters
Attn: CSS Help Desk
5100 N. River Rd.
Schiller Park, IL. 60176
EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON OUR PART. We neither
assume nor authorize any person to assume for us any other obligation or liability concerning the sale of this Product.
Under no circumstances shall we be liable under this warranty, or otherwise, for any damage to any person or property,
including any lost profits or lost savings, for any special, indirect, secondary, incidental or consequential damages of any
nature arising out of the use of or inability to use this Product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
implied warranties or of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you.
CHANGES IN WARRANTY NOT AUTHORIZED
No one is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of this limited warranty.
EFFECT OF STATE LAWS
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary, from state to state.
OUR PLEDGE TO YOU
Our Products are designed and manufactured to the highest standards.
We want you completely satisfied with our Products and will do everything possible under the terms of this warranty to
keep you secure in knowing you have bought the best!

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1. Frame Construction: Frame is constructed of mechanical quality steel purchased in mill run quantities. Frame is pri-
marily 3" x 3" square shaped tubing and 3” x 2” shaped tubing with 7 gauge and 11 gauge wall thickness.
2. Frame Finish: The frames are coated with an electrostatic epoxy powder coat finish.
3. Bolts: Most hardware is English and has a corrosion resistant finish. Grade 5 or greater in strength.
4. Equipment Anchoring: All machines have holes in the feet, these allow easy anchoring to the floor. Life Fitness rec-
ommends that all machines be anchored to the floor to minimize the possibility of tipping.
5. Liability Insurance: Certificate of insurance available upon request.
HEAVY DUTY COMBO RACK Product #-HDCR8
Machine Weight: 1050 lbs. (476 kgs.)
Size: 108” L (274 cm) x 66” W (168 cm) x 97” H (246 cm)
Live Area: 108” L (274 cm) x 120” W (305 cm) x 105” H (267 cm)
Max Training Weight: 855 lbs. (388 kgs.)
HEAVY DUTY COMBO RACK Product #-HDCR9
Machine Weight: 1076 lbs. (488 kgs.)
Size: 108” L (274 cm) x 66” W (168 cm) x 109” H (277 cm)
Live Area: 108” L (274 cm) x 120” W (305 cm) x 117” H (297 cm)
Max Training Weight: 855 lbs. (388 kgs.)

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COMPONENTS LIST *
ITEM NO. QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 2 HDCR8-CFUPR-0 FRONT RIGHT UPRIGHT
2 2 HDCR8-CFUPL-0 FRONT LEFT UPRIGHT
3 2 HDCR8-LSF-0 BASE
4 56 HHB.5X4.5 1/2 X 4-1/2” BOLT
5 70 H-BACK-WASH BACKING DOME WASHER
6 66 WASH.5STAR 1/2” INTERNAL LOCK WASHER
7 58 NUT.5LOCK 1/2” LOCK NUT
8 2 HDCR8-USF-1 CROSS SUPPORT
9 2 HDCR8-CPU-0 PULL-UP SUPPORT
10 1 HDCR8-RX-0 LOWER CROSS BRACE
11 4 HDCR8-RUP-0 REAR UPRIGHTS
12 20 ANG-WT-HORN-ASSY WEIGHT HORN
13 20 HHB.375X4.5 3/8 X 4-1/2” BOLT
14 40 WASH.375SAE 3/8” FLAT WASHER
15 20 NUT.375LOCK 3/8” LOCK NUT
16 1 HD-LDL-00 LONG BENCH LOCK
17 2 HHB.5X3.5 1/2 X 3-1/2” BOLT
18 2 HDCR8-CBCL-0 LEFT BAR CATCH
19 2 HDCR8-CBSL-0 LEFT BAR SUPPORT
20 2 HDCR8-CBCR-0 RIGHT BAR CATCH
21 2 HDCR8-CBSR-0 RIGHT BAR SUPPORT
22 2 WARNING LARGE-V LARGE VERTICAL WARNING
23 1 SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER
24 1 PATENT PATENT DECAL
REQUIRED TOOLS
* 3/4” WRENCH
* 9/16” WRENCH
* RATCHET with 9/16” SOCKET
* RATCHET with 3/4” SOCKET
* 7/32” ALLEN WRENCH
* Contact Customer Service at [phone] or [phone] for a detailed parts list.

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HARDWARE:
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½ X 3-1/2” Bolt
½ X 4-1/2” Bolt
3/8 X 4-1/2” Bolt
½” Internal Lock Washer 3/8” Flat Washer
Backing Dome Washer
3/8” Lock Nut
Backing Dome Washer
½” Lock Nut

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STEP 1:
Loosely assemble the two FRONT RIGHT UPRIGHTS (1) and the two FRONT LEFT UPRIGHTS (2) to the two
BASES (3) using eight 1/2 x 4-1/2” BOLTS (4), eight BACKING DOME WASHERS (5), eight 1/2” INT LOCK WASH-
ERS (6) and eight 1/2” LOCK NUTS (7).
NOTE: Make sure the FRONT RIGHT & LEFT UPRIGHTS (1 & 2) face each other with the slot openings facing
outward.

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STEP 2:
LOOSELY assemble the two CROSS SUPPORTS (8) and two PULL-UP SUPPORTS (9) to the top of the FRONT
RIGHT & LEFT UPRIGHTS (1 & 2) using eight 1/2 X 4-1/2” BOLTS (4), sixteen 1/2” INT TOOTH LOCK WASHERS
(6) and eight 1/2” LOCK NUTS (7).
Assemble the LOWER CROSS BRACE (10) to the inside of the two BASES (3) using four 1/2 X 4-1/2” BOLTS (4),
four BACKING DOME WASHERS (5), four 1/2” INT TOOTH LOCK WASHERS (6) and four 1/2” LOCK NUTS (7).
NOTE: An Upper Band Peg accessory is available for the HDCR8. Assemble the UPPER BAND PEG ACCESSORY (A)
to the FRONT LEFT UPRIGHT (2) at the same time as the PULL-UP SUPPORTS (9). Use the same hardware
with the exception of replacing the 1/2 X 4-1/2” BOLTS (4) with the provided 1/2 X 5” BOLTS (B).
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STEP 3:
Assemble the bottom of the four REAR UPRIGHTS (11) to the bottom of the BASES (3) using eight 1/2 X 4-1/2”
BOLTS (4), eight BACKING DOME WASHERS (5), eight 1/2” INT TOOTH LOCK WASHERS (6) and eight 1/2”
LOCK NUTS (7).
Assemble the top of the four REAR UPRIGHTS (11) to the FRONT RIGHT & LEFT UPRIGHTS (1 & 2) using eight
1/2 X 4-1/2” BOLTS (4), eight BACKING DOME WASHERS (5), eight 1/2” INT TOOTH LOCK WASHERS (6) and
eight 1/2” LOCK NUTS (7).
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STEP 4:
SECURELY assemble the bottom of the ten WEIGHT HORNS (12) to the REAR UPRIGHTS (11) using twenty 3/8 x
4-1/2” BOLTS (13), twenty BACKING DOME WASHERS (5), forty 3/8” FLAT WASHERS (14), and twenty 3/8” LOCK
NUTS (15).
SECURELY assemble the top of the WEIGHT HORNS (12) to the REAR UPRIGHTS (11) using twenty 1/2 X 4-1/2”
BOLTS (4), twenty BACKING DOME WASHERS (5), twenty 1/2” INT TOOTH LOCK WASHERS (6), and twenty 1/2”
LOCK NUTS (7).
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STEP 6:
Assemble the the LONG BENCH LOCK (16) to the LOWER CROSS BRACE (10) using two 1/2 X 3-1/2” BOLTS
(17), two BACKING DOME WASHERS (5), two 1/2” INT LOCK WASHERS (6), and two 1/2” LOCK NUTS (7).
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STEP 7:
Insert the two LEFT BAR CATCHES (18) and the two LEFT BAR SUPPORTS (19) into the desired slots of the two
FRONT LEFT UPRIGHTS (2).
Insert the two RIGHT BAR CATCHES (20) and the two RIGHT BAR SUPPORTS (21) into the desired slots of the
two FRONT RIGHT UPRIGHTS (1).
Securely tighten all loose assemblies.

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STEP 8:
Spotter Platform accessories are available for the HDCR8.
Assemble each Spotter Platform (C) to the FRONT RIGHT & LEFT UPRIGHTS (1 & 2) using two BOLTS (D), two
DOME WASHERS (E), two SPACERS (F), one WEAR PLATE (G), two FLAT WASHERS (H), and two NUTS (I) as
shown in the illustration.
NOTE: All necessary hardware for the Spotter Platform assembly is included with the accessory.
Make sure the flange on the SPACER (F) faces the inside of the rack.
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Clean:
• Hand grips with mild soap and water.
• Frame damage can be repaired with touch-up paint can be purchased from your Hammer Strength customer service representative.
Inspect:
• Hardware should be checked for looseness. Tighten as required.
• Frames should be inspected for wear or damage.
• Hand Grips should be checked for wear or damage.
Preventative Maintenance Tips
Action Daily Weekly Quarterly Bi-Annually As Needed
Clean Hand Grips X
Inspect Visual Overall X
Hardware X
Frame X
Hand Grips X