Impex MARCY SB-228 User manual

NOTE:
Please read all instructions
carefully before using this
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Table of Contents
Safety Notice
Important Assembly
Information
Care and Maintenance
Parts List
Warranty
Ordering Parts
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OWNER'S
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MARCY® Multi Purpose Bench
SB-228
IMPORTANT:
Please read this manual before commencing
assembly of this product.
IMPEX® INC.
2801 S. Towne Ave, Pomona, CA 91766
Tel: [phone]
www.marcypro.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES 2
EXERCISE GUIDELINES 3
WARNING LABEL PLACEMENT 5
FREE AND TRAINING AREA 6
IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY INFORMATION 7
WEIGHT CAPACITY AND DIMENSION 8
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 8
HARDWARE IDENTIFIER 9
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 10
EXPLODED DIAGRAM 15
PARTS LIST 16
WARRANTY 17
ORDERING PARTS 17
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the MARCY SB-228 Multi-Purpose Bench by IMPEX®
INC. For your safety and benefit, read this manual carefully before using the
machine. As a manufacturer, we are committed to provide you complete
customer satisfaction. If you have any questions, or find there are missing or
damaged parts, we guarantee you complete satisfaction through direct
assistance from our factory. To avoid unnecessary delays, please call our
TOLL-FREE customer service number. Our Customer Service Agents will
provide immediate assistance to you.
Toll-Free Customer Service Number
1-800-999-8899
Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. PST
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[e-mail]

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
This exercise equipment is built for optimum safety. However, certain precautions apply
whenever you operate a piece of exercise equipment. Be sure to read the entire manual
before you assemble or operate your equipment. In particular, note the following safety
precautions:
1. Keep children and pets away from the equipment at all times. DO NOT
leave children unattended in the same room with the equipment.
2. Only one person at a time should use the equipment.
3. If the user experiences dizziness, nausea, chest pain, or any other abnormal
symptoms, STOP the workout at once. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
IMMEDIATELY.
4. Position the equipment on a clear, leveled surface. DO NOT use the equipment
near water or outdoors.
5. Keep hands away from all moving parts.
6. Always wear appropriate workout clothing when exercising. DO NOT wear
robes or other clothing that could become caught in the equipment. Running
or aerobic shoes are also required when using the equipment.
7. Use the equipment only for its intended use as described in this manual. DO
NOT use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Do not place any sharp object around the equipment.
9. Disabled persons should not use the equipment.
10. Before using the equipment to exercise, always do stretching exercises to
properly warm up.
11. Never operate the equipment if the equipment is not functioning properly.
12. A spotter is recommended during exercise.
13. This equipment is designed and intended for home and consumer use only,
not for commercial use.
WARNING: BEFORE BEGINNING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM, CONSULT YOUR
PHYSICIAN. THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT FOR INDIVIDUALS OVER THE
AGE OF 35 OR PERSONS WITH PRE-EXISTING HEALTH PROBLEMS. READ
ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING ANY FITNESS EQUIPMENT. IMPEX INC.
ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE SUSTAINED BY OR THROUGH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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EXERCISE GUIDELINES
Building Muscle and Gaining Weight
Unlike aerobic exercise, which emphasizes endurance training, anaerobic exercise focuses on
strength training. A gradual weight gain can occur while building the size and strength of muscles.
While developing muscle mass, your body adapts to the stress placed upon it. You can modify
your diet to include foods such as meat, fish and vegetables. These foods help muscles recover
and replenish important nutrients after a strenuous workout.
Muscle Strength and Endurance
To achieve the greatest benefit from exercise, it is important to develop an exercise program that
allows you to work all of the major muscle groups equally.
To increase muscle strength, follow this principle:
Increasing resistance and maintaining the number of repetitions of an exercise results in
increased muscle strength.
To tone your body, follow this principle: Decreasing resistance plus increasing the number of
repetitions of an exercise results in increased body tone.
Once you feel comfortable with an exercise, you can change the resistance, the number of
repetitions, or the speed at which you do the exercise. It is not necessary to change all three
variables. For example, let’s say that you are training at 23 kg (50 lb.) and performing the
exercise 10 times in 3 minutes. When this becomes too easy, you may decide to move up to
lifting 27 kg (60 lb.) for the same number of repetitions in the same amount of time. Lifting more
weights fewer times most often develops muscle strength. To gain both muscle strength and
endurance, it is recommended that you perform each exercise 15 to 20 reps per set.
Training Intensity
How hard you begin to train depends on your overall level of fitness. The soreness you
experienced can be lessened by decreasing the load you place on your muscles and by
performing fewer sets. To avoid injury, you should gradually work into an exercise program and
set the load to your individual fitness level. The load should increase as your fitness level
increases.
Muscle soreness is common, especially when you first start exercising. If you are painfully sore
for a long time, it may be time to change your program. Eventually, your muscle system will
become accustomed to the stress and strain placed on it.

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Beginning a Strength Building Program
Warming Up
To begin strength training, it is important to stretch and perform light exercise for 5 to 10 minutes.
This helps prepare the body for more strenuous exercise by increasing circulation, raising your
body temperature and developing more oxygen to your muscles.
Workout
For each workout, to keep in mind that muscle soreness that lasts for a long period is not
desirable and may mean that injury has occurred.
Cool Down
At the end of each workout, perform slow stretching exercises for 5 to 10 minutes. Ease into each
stretch only going as far as you can. This stage allows your muscles to wind down after training.
To provide a total workout program it is also recommended that 2 to 3 days of aerobic exercise is
performed in addition to the strength training.
Drinking Water
For the body to function properly, it must be properly hydrated. If you are exercising, you should
increase your fluid intake. The reason for this is that the water you take in will leave your system
through the sweating mechanism that cools your body during exercise. The water you lose
through exercise must be replaced so that the muscles can recover properly.
Rest Day
Although you may not feel like doing it, taking a rest day at least once a week is important
because it gives your body a chance to heal it self. Continuously working your muscles will result
in over- training, which will not benefit you in the long run.

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WARNING LABEL PLACEMENT
The Warning Label shown here has been placed on the Rear Base.
If the label is missing or illegible, please call customer service at 1-800-999-8899 for replacement.
Apply the label in the location shown.

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FREE AND TRAINING AREA
2'
(free area)
2'
(free area)
2'
(free area)
11'
(training area)
2'
(free area)

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IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY INFORMATION
Tools required for assembling the bench: Two adjustable Wrenches and Allen
wrenches.
NOTE: It is strongly recommended that this equipment be assembled by two or more
people to avoid possible injury.
Ensure Carriage Bolts are inserted through the SQUARE holes on components that
need to be assembled. Attach washer only to end of the Carriage Bolt.
Use Allen Bolts or Hex Bolts inserted through the ROUND hole on components that
need to be assembled.
Always wait until all bolts are assembled onto the bench before tightening the bolts. Do not
tighten each bolt right after it is installed
Fasten Nuts and Bolts
Securely tighten all nuts and bolts after all
components have been assembled in current and
previous steps.
NOTE: Do not over-tighten any component with
pivoting function.
Make sure all pivoting components are able to move
freely.
Do not tighten all nuts and bolts in this step.

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WEIGHT CAPACITY AND DIMENSION
1. Maximum user weight: 300 lbs.
2. Bench assembled dimensions: 51.2” ×25.4” × 41.9”
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Lubricate moving parts with WD-40 or light oil periodically.
2. Inspect and tighten all parts before using the equipment.
3. The equipment can be cleaned using a damp cloth and mild non-abrasive detergent.
DO NOT use solvents.
4. Examine the equipment regularly for signs of damage or wear.
5. Replace any defective components immediately and/or keep the equipment out of use
until repair.
6. Failure to examine regularly may affect the safety level of the equipment.

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HARDWARE PACK
NOTE: The following parts are not drawn to scale. Please use your own ruler to measure the size.