Impex MARCY SM-4008 User manual

NOTE:
Please read all instructions
carefully before using this
product
Table of Contents
Safety Notice
Important Assembly
Information
Care and Maintenance
Parts List
Warranty
Ordering Parts
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MARCY®
SMITH MACHINE
SM-4008
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
[e-mail]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
1
IMPORANT SAFETY NOTICES
2
EXERCISE GUIDELINES
3
WARNING LABEL PLACEMENT
5
FREE AND TRAINING AREA
6
IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION
7
CABLE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION
10
WEIGHT CAPACITY AND DIMENSION
26
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
26
OPERATING NOTES
27
WEIGHT RESISTANCE CHART
28
SMITH MACHINE PARTS LIST
29
SMITH MACHINE EXPLODED DIAGRAM
32
BENCH PARTS LIST
33
BENCH EXPLODED DIAGRAM
34
WARRANTY
35
ORDERING PARTS
35
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting MARCY SMITH MACHINE SM-4008 by IMPEX®
INC. For your safety and benefit, read this manual carefully before using the
equipment. As a manufacturer, we are committed to providing you with
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.
Toll-Free Customer Service Number
1-800-999-8899
Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. PST
www.marcypro.com
[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 itself. 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 labels shown here have been placed on the Base Frame, Rear Stabilizer. If the labels are missing or
illegible, please call customer service at 1-800-999-8899 for replacements. Apply the labels in the location
shown.

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FREE AND TRAINING 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.
Inspect and ensure all bolts and Nuts are fastened after the equipment is
completely assembled.
Assemble with correct Hardware Pack
Only use the hardware packs marked “For Smith Machine” to assemble Smith Machine.
Only use the hardware packs marked “For Bench” to assemble Bench.
Tools
Tools required for assembling this equipment: Allen Wrenches (provided by manufacturer), and
Adjustable Wrench, or Socket Wrench, or Ratchet Wrench.
NOTE: It is strongly recommended that this machine be assembled and moved by two or
more people to avoid possible injury.

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Please ensure that the incline support arm is properly and fully seated and
engaged with the frame slot before engaging in any exercise.

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Assemble Sliding Weight Post in assembly Step-6
The triangular bracket on the Sliding Weight Post (Part #23) must be facing up and toward to back.
Weight Bar Assembly Note
NOTE: Help of another person is strongly recommended for this step. Place the Lifting Sleeve (#28)
in between the two Safety Stop Frames (#25). Align the holes. Insert the Weight Bar (#29) into the
Safety Stop Frame from one end and through the Lifting Sleeve (#28) to the other Safety Stop Frame
on the opposite side. Secure the Weight Bar to each Safety Stop Frame with two pre-installed M8 x
3/8” Allen Bolts (#104) on each Safety Stop Frame. Ensure the Bolts are fastened so the Weight Bar
won’t slide through the Safety Stop Frame.