Life Fitness Axiom Series User manual

Axiom Series Dual Adjustable Pulley
OP-DAP
Owner's Manual
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Table of Contents
Safety
Safety Information......................................................... 4
Product Labels............................................................... 6
Label Locations..............................................................7
Assembly
Component and Hardware List................................... 8
Tools Required............................................................ 10
Assembly Procedure...................................................11
Assemble Frame..........................................................11
Install Weight Stacks................................................... 19
Install Cable................................................................. 21
Cable Routing..............................................................22
Install Pulleys................................................................23
Install Shrouds............................................................. 25
Install Hole Plugs......................................................... 27
Product Information
Specifications...............................................................28
Exercise
General Exercise Information.................................... 29
Performing the Exercises............................................30
Maintenance Procedures
Maintenance Schedule...............................................31
Warranty
What is Covered..........................................................33
Who is Covered...........................................................33
Who Pays Transportation and Insurance For
Service.....................................................................33
What We Will Do To Correct Covered Defects.......33
What is Not Covered.................................................. 33
Owner's Manual.......................................................... 33
Exclusive Warranty...................................................... 33
Changes in Warranty Not Authorized...................... 33
Effects of State Laws....................................................33
Warranty Coverage.....................................................33
Cable Handling Guide
Cable Terminations, Tensioning and Wear
Guide.......................................................................35
Cable Terminations.....................................................35
Tensioning Cable........................................................ 36
Strength Cable Wear Guide...................................... 37
Bolt to Floor Guide
Introduction................................................................. 38
Delivery and Installation Tips.....................................38
.......................................................................................38
Anchor Specifications.................................................39
Pullout Force................................................................39
Tools Required............................................................ 39
Static Anchor Procedure............................................ 40
Foot Dimensions......................................................... 41
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1. Safety
Safety Information
It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of Life Fitness Family of Brands products to read the owner’s manual and
warning labels and instruct all individuals, whether they are the end user or supervising personnel, on proper usage of
the equipment.
UNDERSTANDING EACH AND EVERY WARNING TO THE FULLEST IS IMPORTANT. IF ANY OF THESE WARNINGS ARE
UNCLEAR, CONTACT Life Fitness Family of Brands CUSTOMER SERVICE IMMEDIATELY AT 1-800-351-3737.
This equipment is categorized as class S per EN ISO 20957-1. As such this equipment is only intended for commercial,
institutional and/or studio facilities. It is not intended for home use. Contact Life Fitness Family of Brands with any
questions regarding this classification.
It is recommended that all users of Life Fitness Family of Brands exercise equipment be informed of the following
information prior to use.
Operating Warnings
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, which is known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
• Life Fitness Family of Brands does not warrant nor guarantee that component parts used in the manufacture of
products offered under the Life Fitness Family of Brands are latex-free. Users of these products must take all
necessary precautions to prevent accidental contact that could lead to an adverse latex reaction.
• It is the purchaser’s sole responsibility to properly instruct its end users and supervising personnel as to the proper
operating procedures of all equipment.
• This equipment is not intended for use by children. Keep children under the age of 14 away from the machine.
• Do not allow users to wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry while using equipment. It is also recommended to have
users secure long hair back and up to avoid contact with moving parts.
• All bystanders must stay clear of all users, moving parts and attached accessories and components while machine is
in operation.
Access Control
• Life Fitness Family of Brands recommends that all commercial fitness equipment be used in a supervised area. It
is recommended that the equipment be located in an access controlled area. Control is the responsibility of the
facility owner.
Installation
• Life Fitness Family of Brands recommends that all equipment be secured to a solid, level surface to stabilize it and
eliminate rocking or tipping over. This must be performed by a licensed contractor. See Bolt to Floor Guide for
installation procedure.
Proper Usage
• Do not use any equipment in any way other than as designed or intended by the manufacturer. It is imperative that
Life Fitness Family of Brands equipment is used properly to avoid injury.
• Injuries may result if exercising 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 EXERCISING and consult your physician.
• Keep body parts (hands, feet, hair, etc.), clothing and jewelry away from moving parts to avoid injury.
• When adjusting any seat, knee hold down pad, range of motion limiter, foothold pad, pulley or any other type of
adjuster, make certain that the adjusting pin is fully engaged in the hole to avoid injury.
Inspection
• DO NOT attempt to use or repair any accessory approved for use with the equipment which appears to be
damaged or worn.
• DO NOT use or permit use of any equipment that is damaged and/or has worn or broken parts. For all Life Fitness
Family of Brands equipment, use only replacement parts supplied by Life Fitness Family of Brands.
• Cables and belts pose an extreme liability if used when damaged. Always replace any cable at first sign of wear
(consult Life Fitness Family of Brands if uncertain).
• Maintain labels and name plates - Do not remove labels for any reason. They contain important information. If
unreadable or missing, contact Life Fitness Family of Brands customer service for a replacement.
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• Equipment Maintenance - Preventative maintenance is the key to smooth operating equipment as well as to keep
your liability to a minimum. Equipment needs to be inspected at regular intervals.
• Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing maintenance or repair of any kind is qualified to do
so. Life Fitness Family of Brands will provide service and maintenance training at our corporate facility upon request
or in the field if proper arrangements are made.
• Before use, examine all accessories approved for use with the Life Fitness Family of Brands equipment for damage
or wear.
Selectorized
• Use only weight selector pins supplied by seller on weight stacks. Substitutes are forbidden.
• Fully insert weight selector pins. Partial insertion can cause weights to fall unexpectedly.
• Never pin the weight stack in an elevated position.
• Never remove selector pin if any weights are suspended.
• Never attempt to release jammed weights or parts.
• Never use dumbbells, weight plates or any means, beyond the product itself, to incrementally increase the weight
resistance.
Warnings and Cautions
• Warning labels indicate a potentially hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if the
precautions are not observed.
• Caution labels indicate a potentially hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or damage to machine if
the precautions are not observed.
• Contact Customer Support Services to replace any worn or damaged labels.
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Product Labels
General Warning
Carriage Fall Warning
Adjustable Pulley Warning
Serial Number
Weight at Handle
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Label Locations
Item Description Qty.
1 Carriage Fall Warning 2
2 Adjustable Pulley Warning 4
3 Weight at Handle 2
4 Serial Number 1
5 General Warning 1
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2. Assembly
Component and Hardware List
Components
Item Description Qty.
1 Base 1
2 Left Leg 1
3 Right Leg 1
4 Left Upright 1
5 Right Upright 1
6 Left Upper Support Assembly 1
7 Right Upper Support Assembly 1
8 Center Column 1
9 Left Arm 1
10 Right Arm 1
11 Pull-Up Bar 1
12 Left Guide Rail Assembly 1
13 Right Guide Rail Assembly 1
14 Guide Rod 4
15 Head Plate Pulley Weldment 2
16 Head Plate Assembly 2
17 Weight Stack Label, LBS 1
18 Weight Stack Label, KG 1
19 Cable 2
20 4-Way Ankle Strap 1
21 Handle, Triceps Rope 1
22 Handle, Adjustable Strap 2
23 Rear Shroud 1
24 Left Shroud 1
25 Right Shroud 1
26 Front Shroud Contour 2
27 Front Shroud Detail 1
28 Weight Stack 6
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Hardware Kit 1
Item Description Qty.
1 Hardware Kit 1, OP-DAP 1
2 Screw, 8 x ¾, Phillips 12
3 Screw, M5 x 0.8 HXS, 8mm 4
4 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 20mm 28
5 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 25mm 12
6 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 50mm 16
7 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 120mm 8
8 Spring 4
9 Guide Rod Housing 4
10 Snap Link 2
11 Weight Stack Cushion 4
12 Nylon Spacer 4
13 1" Hole Plug 2
14 Rivet, Push Type 26
15 Grommet 12
16 Fender Washer 12
17 3/8" Flat Washer 106
18 Lock Washer 8
19 M10 Hex Nylock Nut 38
20 M16 Hex Jam Nut 4
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Hardware Kit 2
Item Description Qty.
1 Hardware Kit 2, OP-DAP 1
2 Cable End Insert 2
3 Cable End Housing 2
4 Cable End Link 2
5 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 30mm 4
6 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 80mm 4
7 Pulley, 3.5" OD 12
8 Pulley, 4.5" OD 4
Tools Required
• 17 mm wrench
• 24 mm wrench
• 4 mm Allen wrench
• 8 mm Allen wrench
• Rubber mallet
• Torque wrench
• Phillips screwdriver
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Assembly Procedure
Two people will be required for this procedure.
TIP: Read and understand all instructions thoroughly before assembling this unit. Check all items carefully. If there is
damage, see the Customer Service section of this manual for proper procedure to return, replace, or reorder parts.
Assemble Frame
1. Install screws and washers securing legs to base using an 8mm Allen wrench.
NOTE: Ensure legs and base are level and contacting the floor before tightening the hardware.
Item Description Qty.
1 Left Leg 1
2 Right Leg 1
3 Base 1
4 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 20mm 8
5 3/8" Flat Washer 8
Tighten hardware to 25-30 ft-lb (33-40 Nm).
2. Loosely install screws, washers, and lock washers securing center column to base using an 8mm Allen wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Base 1
2 Center Column 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 25mm 4
4 Lock Washer 4
5 3/8" Flat Washer 4
Hand tighten hardware.
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3. Loosely install screws, washers, and locknuts securing right arm to center column using an 8mm Allen wrench and
17mm wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Right Arm 1
2 Center Column 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 120mm 2
4 3/8" Flat Washer 4
5 M10 Hex Nylock Nut 2
Hand tighten hardware.
4. Loosely install screws and washers securing right arm to center column using an 8mm Allen wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Right Arm 1
2 Center Column 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 20mm 2
4 3/8" Flat Washer 2
Hand tighten hardware.
5. Loosely install screws, washers, and locknuts securing left arm to center column using an 8mm Allen wrench and
17mm wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Left Arm 1
2 Center Column 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 120mm 2
4 3/8" Flat Washer 4
5 M10 Hex Nylock Nut 2
Hand tighten hardware.
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6. Loosely install screws and washers securing left arm to center column using an 8mm Allen wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Left Arm 1
2 Center Column 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 20mm 2
4 3/8" Flat Washer 2
Hand tighten hardware.
7. Place right guide rail assembly onto right leg. Loosely install screw, spacer, and locknut securing right guide rail
assembly to right leg using an 8mm Allen wrench and 17mm wrench.
NOTE: Ensure guide rails tabs fit into the leg slots.
Item Description Qty.
1 Right Guide Rail Assembly 1
2 Right Leg 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 80mm 1
4 Nylon Spacer 2
5 M10 Hex Nylock Nut 1
Hand tighten hardware.
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8. Install screws and washers securing right guide rail assembly to right arm using an 8mm Allen wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Right Guide Rail Assembly 1
2 Right Arm 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 80mm 1
4 3/8" Flat Washer 1
Tighten hardware to 14-16 ft-lb (19-22 Nm).
NOTE: Align guide rails with decals on the underside of the arms before installing to help locate thread holes.
9. Place left guide rail assembly onto left leg. Loosely install screw, spacer, and locknut securing left guide rail
assembly to left leg using an 8mm Allen wrench and 17mm wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Left Guide Rail Assembly 1
2 Left Leg 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 80mm 1
4 Nylon Spacer 2
5 M10 Hex Nylock Nut 1
Hand tighten hardware.
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10. Install screws and washers securing left guide rail assembly to left arm using an 8mm Allen wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Left Guide Rail Assembly 1
2 Left Arm 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 80mm 1
4 3/8" Flat Washer 1
Tighten hardware to 14-16 ft-lb (19-22 Nm).
11. Loosely install screws and washers securing right upright to right leg using an 8mm Allen wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Right Upright 1
2 Right Leg 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 20mm 4
4 3/8" Flat Washer 4
Hand tighten hardware.
12. Loosely install screws, washers, and locknuts securing right upright to right arm using an 8mm Allen wrench and
17mm wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Right Arm 1
2 Right Upright 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 25mm 4
4 3/8" Flat Washer 8
5 M10 Hex Nylock Nut 4
Hand tighten hardware.
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13. Loosely install screws and washers securing left upright to left leg using an 8mm Allen wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Left Upright 1
2 Left Leg 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 20mm 4
4 3/8" Flat Washer 4
Hand tighten hardware.
14. Loosely install screws, washers, and locknuts securing left upright to left arm using an 8mm Allen wrench and
17mm wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Left Arm 1
2 Left Upright 1
3 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 25mm 4
4 3/8" Flat Washer 8
5 M10 Hex Nylock Nut 4
Hand tighten hardware.
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15. Loosely install screws, washers, and locknuts securing the pull-up bar to arms using an 8mm Allen wrench and
17mm wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 Pull-Up Bar 1
2 Left Arm 1
3 Right Arm 1
4 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 120mm 4
5 3/8" Flat Washer 8
6 M10 Hex Nylock Nut 4
Hand tighten hardware.
NOTE: Ensure pull-up bar is aligned as shown, with the handles bent upwards in their centers.
16. Loosely install screws, washers, lock washers, and locknuts securing the right upper support assembly to right
upright and center column using an 8mm Allen wrench and 17mm wrench. Tighten 30mm screws to 50% of their
recommended torque specs. See Step 18 for torque specs.
Item Description Qty.
1 Right Upper Support Assembly 1
2 Center Column 1
3 Right Upright 1
4 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 30mm 2
5 Screw, M10 x 1.5, 20mm 4
6 3/8" Flat Washer 8
7 Lock Washer 2
8 M10 Hex Nylock Nut 2
Hand tighten hardware.
17. Repeat step 16 to install left upper support assembly.
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18. Tighten all hardware, starting at the bottom of the frame and working towards the top, using a torque wrench.
Item Description Qty.
1 30-35 ft-lbs (41-47 Nm) 4
2 25-30 ft-lbs (33-40 Nm) 8
3 20-25 ft-lbs (27-33 Nm) 8
4 25-30 ft-lbs (33-40 Nm) 4
5 14-16 ft-lbs (19-22 Nm) 4
6 20-25 ft-lbs (27-33 Nm) 4
7 20-25 ft-lbs (27-33 Nm) 8
8 10-12 ft-lbs (13-16 Nm) 2
9 14-16 ft-lbs (19-22 Nm) 4
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