Impex SA GEAR MSS-1280 User manual

NOTE:
Please read all instructions
carefully before using this
product
Table of Contents
Safety Notice
Hardware Identifier
Assembly Instruction
Parts List
Warranty
Ordering Parts
Model
MSS-1280
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Manual for
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08-03-09
OWNER'S
MANUAL
DELUXE SMITH MACHINE
MSS-1280
IMPEX®INC.
14777 DON JULIAN RD., CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
www.impex-fitness.com
[email protected]

TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN...................................................................................... 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES..................................................................... 2
SMITH MACHINE HARDWARE PACK……….....….......................................... 4
SMITH MACHINE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS...............................................6
SMITH MACHINE EXPLODED DIAGRAM........................................................15
SMITH MACHINE PARTS LIST…………………………………………………… 16
BENCH HARDWARE PACK……….....…..................................................…….17
BENCH ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS......................................................…….19
BENCH EXPLODED DIAGRAM...............................................................……. 24
BENCH PARTS LIST……………………………………………………………….. 25
WARRANTY.................................................................................................… 26
ORDERING PARTS......................................................................................... 26
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the SA GEAR DELUXE SMITH MACHINE MSS-
1280 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.
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Toll-Free Customer Service Number
1-800-999-8899
Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. PST
www.impex-fitness.com
[email protected]m

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
PRECAUTIONS
This exercise machine 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 machine. In particular, note the following safety
precautions:
1. Keep children and pets away from the machine at all times. DO NOT
leave children unattended in the same room with the machine.
2. Only one person at a time should use the machine.
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 machine on a clear, leveled surface. DO NOT use the machine
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 machine. Running
or aerobic shoes are also required when using the machine.
7. Use the machine 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 machine.
9. Disabled person should not use the machine without a qualified person or
physician in attendance.
10. Before using the machine to exercise, always do stretching exercises to
properly warm up.
11. Never operate the machine if the machine is not functioning properly.
12. A spotter is recommended during exercise.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Lubricate moving parts and Guide Rods with WD-40 or light oil periodically.
2. Inspect and tighten all parts before using the machine.
3. The machine can be cleaned using a damp cloth and mild non-abrasive detergent.
DO NOT use solvents.
4. Maximum user’s weight: 300 lbs.
5. Maximum weight on the Sliding Weight Post: 300 lbs.
6. Maximum weight on Leg Developer: 100 lbs.
7. Maximum weight on Weight Bar: 300lbs.
8. Maximum weight Capacity: 600 lbs.
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. 2

WARNING LABEL PLACEMENT
The warning labels shown here have been placed on the back of Rear Support, and Upper Frame. If the
labels are missing or illegible, please call customer service at 1-800-888-8899 for replacements. Apply the
labels in the location shown.
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SMITH MACHINE HARDWARE PACK
NOTE: The following parts are not drawn to scale. Please use your own ruler to measure the size.
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CAGE MACHINE HARDWARE PACK
NOTE: The following parts are not drawn to scale. Please use your own ruler to measure the size.
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SMITH MACHINE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION
Tools Required for Assembling the Machine: Two Adjustable Wrenches and Allen
Wrenches.
NOTE: It is strongly recommended that two or more people assemble this machine
to avoid possible injury.
STEP 1 (See Diagram 1)
A.) Note: Do not tighten the Nuts and Bolts until instructed to do so.
B.) Connect the two Base Frames (#3) by the Cross Brace (#7). Secure each end of the
Cross Brace to each Base Frame with four M10 x 2 3/8” Carriage Bolts (#50), one 4 ¾”
x 3 ¼” Bracket (#22), four Ø ¾” Washers (#57), and four M10 Aircraft Nuts (#58).
C.) Attach the Left Rear Support (#5) onto the left Base Frame. Secure it with two M10 x 3
½” Allen Bolts (#55), four Ø ¾” Washers (#57), and two M10 Aircraft Nuts (#58).
Repeat the same step to install the Right Rear Support (#6) onto the other Base
Frame. DIAGRAM 1
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STEP 2 (See Diagram 2)
A.) Do not tighten Nuts and Bolts until instructed to do so.
B.) Attach the Left Upright Beam (#1) to the Left Rear Support (#5) and onto the left
Base Frame (#3).
C.)Secure it to the Base Frame with two M10 x 4” Allen Bolts (#54), four Ø ¾”
Washers (#57), and two M10 Aircraft Nuts (#58).
D.)Secure it to the Left Rear Support with one M10 x 4” Carriage Bolt (#48), one Ø
¾” Washer (#57), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#58) from side. Secure with one M10
x 5/8” Allen Bolt (#63) and one Ø ¾” Washer (#57) from top.
E.) Repeat A to D to install the Right Upright Beam (#6) to the right Base Frame.
F.) Attach the Top Beam (#4) to the Left & Right Upright Beam. Secure each end of
the Top Beam to each Upright Beam with one 4” x 2 3/8” Curved Bracket (#23),
one M10 x 4 1/8” Allen Bolt (#53) and one Ø ¾” Washer (#57) to the upper hole,
one M10 x 4 1/8” Carriage Bolt (#49), one Ø ¾” Washers (#57), and one M10
Aircraft Nut (#58) to the lower hole.
G.)Slide Lower Left Safety Stop Frame (#9) onto a Guide Rod (#11). Slide one
Safety Stop Frame (#18) onto the Guide Rod. Insert the bottom of the Guide Rod
into the hole on the left Base Frame. Attach the top of the Guide Rod to the
bracket on Left Upright Beam. Secure each end of Guide Rod with one M10 x ¾”
(#56) and one Ø ¾” Washer (#57). Repeat the same step to install the Lower
Right Safety Stop Frame (#10), the other Safety Stop Frame, and the other Guide
Rod to the other side.
H.)Turn and attach the hooks on the Lower Left & Right Safety Stop Frame to the
selected slot on Left & Right Upright Beam (#1 & #2).
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DIAGRAM 2
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STEP 3 (See Diagram 3)
A.) Attach two Ø 2 3/8” x 2” Rubber Bumpers (#30) to the holes on the Cross Brace (#7). Insert
the two Rear Short Guide Rods (#17) through the two Rubber Bumpers into the holes on
Cross Brace.
B.) Secure each Guide Rod to the Cross Brace with one M10 x ¾” Allen Bolt (#56) and one Ø
¾” Washer (#57) from bottom.
C.)Slide the Sliding Weight Post (#16) onto the two Rear Short Guide Rods. Make sure the
Pulley bracket on the Weight Sliding Frame faces upward.
D.)Attach the Rear Upper Frame (#15) to the two Rear Short Guide Rods. Secure each Guide
Rod to the Rear Upper Frame with one M10 x ¾” Allen Bolt (#56) and one Ø ¾” Washer
(#57).
E.) Attach the front of Rear Upper Frame to the Top Beam (#4). Attach the Front Upper Frame
(#14) to the Top Beam from front. Align the holes. Secure them together with two M10 x 2
¾” Carriage Bolts (#47), two Ø ¾” Washers (#57), and two M10 Aircraft Nuts (#58).
F.) Securely tighten all Nuts and Bolts installed in Step-1, Step-2, and Step-3.
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