Life Fitness 8105 User manual

Part # 6787901 Revision: 06/18/981
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
8105 SMITH PRESS

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IMPORTANT NOTES
Please note:
Tools Required for Assembly
* Thank you for purchasing the LIFE FITNESS 8105 SMITH PRESS. Please read these instructions
thoroughly and keep them for future reference. This product must be assembled on a flat, level
surface to assure its proper function.
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NOTE: BOLTLENGTH IS MEASURED FROM THE UNDERSIDE OF THE HEAD OF THE BOLT.
BOLT LENGTH RULER:
* We recommend cleaning your product (pads and frame) on a regular basis, using warm soapy
water. Touch-up paint can be purchased from your LIFE FITNESS customer service representative
at [phone].
Bolt Length Ruler
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BOLT LENGTH
There is a risk assumed by individuals who use this type of equipment. To minimize risk, please
follow these rules:
2. Do not allow minors or children to play on or around this equipment.
1. Inspect equipment daily. Tighten all loose connections and replace worn parts immediately.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
3. Exercise with care to avoid injury.
4. If unsure of proper use of equipment, call your local LIFE FITNESS STRENGTH distributor or
call the LIFE FITNESS STRENGTH customer service department at [phone].
* Rubber mallet or hammer
* 3/4” wrench, 9/16” wrench
* Ratchet with 3/4” and 9/16” sockets
* 3/16, 1/4, 5/16” Allen wrench
* Adjustable wrench
* Tape measure
5. Consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.

PARTS LIST
PART #
6712002
6711402
6711203
6708901
6711601
6711701
6710201
6710102
6710503
6710403
6787301
6709001
6709901
6709603
6675501
KEY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
QTY
2
2
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
2
2
6
PART #
3102937
3102917
3102933
3103003
3102502
3102801
3102802
3203001
3203002
3202901
6708501
3116101
6714501
6695801
DESCRIPTION
1/2 X 4-1/2” BOLT
1/2 X 4” BOLT
3/8 X 2” BOLT
5/8 X 1-1/4” SHOULDER BOLT
1/2” WASHER
1/2” LOCK NUT
3/8” LOCK NUT
2” SHAFT COLLAR
1” SHAFT COLLAR
1-1/2” THRUST BEARING
CABLE ASSEMBLY
4-1/2” PULLEY
8 X 1” GLIDE
2-1/2” OD RUBBER BUMPER
QTY
8
16
2
2
18
24
2
2
4
2
2
2
4
2
DESCRIPTION
BEARING HOUSING
SAFETY STOP
LOWER SUPPORT
SLEEVE ASSEMBLY
LEFT SAFETY HOOK
RIGHT SAFETY HOOK
SMITH BAR
BAR STOP
LEFT UPRIGHT
RIGHT UPRIGHT
UPPER SUPPORT
CHROME ANGLE
80” GUIDE ROD
COUNTER WEIGHT
PLATE HOLDER
KEY
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
• SECURELY thread one end of the CABLE ASSEMBLY (26) into each of the two COUNTER WEIGHTS (14) as shown in FIGURE 1.
• Attach two 8 X 1” GLIDES (28) to both ends of two COUNTER WEIGHTS (14) as shown in FIGURE 1.
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FIGURE 1
STEP 1:
26
28
14
28

•CAREFULLYlower one COUNTER WEIGHT (14) down into the LEFT UPRIGHT (9) & RIGHT UPRIGHT (10) until it bottoms
out as shown in FIGURE 2.
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FIGURE 2
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STEP 2:
10
14
9
14

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FIGURE 3
STEP 3:
• LOOSELYassemble the LOWER SUPPORT (3) and two PLATE HOLDER (15) to the LEFT & RIGHT UPRIGHTS (9& 10)
using four 1/2 X 4-1/2” BOLTS (16) and four 1/2” LOCK NUTS (21) as shown in FIGURE 3.
1/2 X 4-1/2” 16
15
21
3
9
10
15
1/2 X 4-1/2” 16

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FIGURE 4
• SECURELYassemble four PLATE HOLDERS (15) to the LEFT & RIGHT UPRIGHTS (9 & 10) using eight 1/2 X 4” BOLTS
(17), eight 1/2” WASHERS (20), and eight 1/2” LOCK NUTS (21) as shown in FIGURE 4.
STEP 4:
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1/2 X 4” 17
10
9
21 20
15

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STEP 5:
• LOOSELYassemble two CHROME ANGLES (12) to the top of the LEFT & RIGHT UPRIGHTS (9 & 10) using four 1/2 X 4-1/
2” BOLTS (16), and four 1/2” LOCK NUTS (21) as shown in FIGURE 5. (NOTE: MAKE SURE CABLE IS BETWEEN THE
TWO BOLTS.)
FIGURE 5
16 1/2 X 4-1/2”
1/2 X 4” 17
10
9
12
21
21 12
20
• LOOSELYassemble the CHROME ANGLES (12) to the bottom of the LEFT & RIGHT UPRIGHTS (9 & 10) using four 1/2 X
4” BOLTS (17), four 1/2” WASHERS (20), and four 1/2” LOCK NUTS (21) as shown in FIGURE 5.

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FIGURE 6
STEP 6:
• LOOSELY assemble UPPER SUPPORT (11) to the LEFT & RIGHT UPRIGHTS (9 & 10) using two 1/2 X 4” BOLTS (17)
two 1/2” WASHERS (20) and two 1/2” LOCK NUTS (21) as shown in FIGURE 6. (NOTE: MAKE SURE CABLE IS
INSIDE OF THE 1/2” BOLT AS SHOWN IN DETAIL.)
21
11
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20
20 21
17 1/2 X 4”
CABLE
BOLT

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FIGURE 7
STEP 7:
• SECURELY assemble the 4-1/2” PULLEYS (27) to the UPPER SUPPORT (11) using two 3/8 X 2” BOLTS (18) and two 3/8”
LOCK NUTS (22) as shown in FIGURE 7.
• Finish the assembly of the UPPER SUPPORT (11) to the LEFT & RIGHT UPRIGHTS (9 & 10) using two 1/2 X 4” BOLTS
(17), two 1/2” WASHERS (20), and two 1/2” LOCK NUTS (21) as shown in FIGURE 7. (NOTE: MAKE SURE CABLE IS
INSIDE OF THE 1/2” BOLT AS SHOWN IN DETAIL.)
• Loop CABLE ASSEMBLIES (26) around the 4-1/2” PULLEYS (27) and route CABLE ASSEMBLY (26) back through
UPPER SUPPORT (11) as shown in FIGURE 7.
• SECURELY TIGHTEN ALL LOOSE BOLT CONNECTIONS MADE TO THIS POINT.
BOLT
CABLE
11
22 27
18 3/8 X 2”
17 1/2” X 4”
26
20
21

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FIGURE 8
STEP 8:
• Insert two 80” GUIDE RODS (13) through the BUSHINGS in the UPPER SUPPORT (11) and out through the top, then lower
the GUIDE RODS (13) down into the BUSHING on the BASE of the UPRIGHTS (9 & 10) as shown in FIGURE 8.
BUSHING
11
13

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STEP 9:
• Slide one 1-1/2” THRUST BEARING (25), one RIGHT SAFETY HOOK (6), and one 1” SHAFT COLLAR (24) over the
SAFETY STOP (2) as shown in FIGURE 9.
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 10
• Slide one 1-1/2” THRUST BEARING (25), one LEFT SAFETY HOOK (5), and one 1” SHAFT COLLAR (24) over the
SAFETY STOP (2) as shown in FIGURE 9.
LEFT RIGHT
STEP 10:
• Slide one BAR STOP (8) over each BEARING HOUSING (1) as shown in FIGURE 10.
• Using a 3/16” Allen wrench, tighten each set screw on the 1” SHAFT COLLARS (24). See FIGURE 9.
2 24
25
5
24
6
25
2
1
8
1
8

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STEP 12:
FIGURE 11
FIGURE 12
• Slide one BEARING HOUSING (1), one 2” SHAFT COLLAR (23), and one 2-1/2” OD RUBBER BUMPER (29) over each
SLEEVE ASSEMBLY (4) as shown in FIGURE 11.
• Using a 1/4” Allen wrench, SECURELY tighten each set screw on the 2” SHAFT COLLARS (23). See FIGURE 11.
• Slide one BEARING HOUSING (1) & SLEEVE ASSEMBLY (4) over each end of the SMITH BAR (7) as shown in FIGURE
12.
DETAIL 12
STEP 11:
• Using a 5/16” Allen wrench, SECURELY tighten the SLEEVE ASSEMBLIES (4) to the SMITH BAR (7) with two 5/8 X 1-1/
4” SHOULDER BOLTS (19). See DETAIL 12.
29 23
4
1
23
1
4
29
5/8 X 1-1/4” 19
1
7
4
1
1
7
4
19
19
4
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LEFT RIGHT

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FIGURE 13
STEP 13:
• Lift up each GUIDE ROD (13) and insert them through each BEARING HOUSING (1) on the SMITH BAR ASSEMBLY (7)
then seat GUIDE RODS (13) back into the BUSHINGS in the BASE of the UPRIGHTS (9 & 10). See FIGURE 13.
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• Lift up each GUIDE ROD (13) and slide one 1” SHAFT COLLAR (24) over the bottom of each GUIDE ROD (13). Position 1”
SHAFT COLLAR (24) half way up the GUIDE ROD (13) and tighten it using a 3/16” Allen wrench. See FIGURE 13.
1 HOOK
1 HOOK
BUSHING
BUSHING
• Lift up on the SMITH BAR ASSEMBLY (7) and lock the HOOKS of the SMITH BAR ASSEMBLY (7) onto the CHROME
ANGLES (12). See FIGURE 13.
24
24
13

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FIGURE 14
STEP 14:
• Lift up on each GUIDE ROD (13) and slide the RIGHT & LEFT BAR STOP ASSEMBLIES (8) over the bottom of each
GUIDE ROD (13) onto their respective sides then lock the HOOKS of the BAR STOPS (8) onto the CHROME ANGLES (12)
then seat GUIDE RODS (13) back into the BUSHINGS in the BASE of the UPRIGHTS (9 & 10). See FIGURE 14.
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BUSHING
HOOK
8
BUSHING
HOOK
8
13

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FIGURE 15
STEP 15:
• Loosen each 1” SHAFT COLLAR (24) and slide each one up firmly against the BUSHINGS of the UPPER SUPPORT (11).
See FIGURE 15.
• Using a 3/16” Allen wrench, SECURELY tighten each set screw on the 1” SHAFT COLLARS (24). See FIGURE 15.
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TIGHTEN!
TIGHTEN!

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FIGURE 16
STEP 16:
• SECURELY assemble threaded end of CABLE ASSEMBLIES (26) into the BEARING HOUSINGS (1) using one 1/2”
WASHER (20) on each side as shown in FIGURE 16.
26
8
20
• NOTE: Lubricate the GUIDE RODS (13) with a light oil or lubricant that is available at most hardware stores.

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FIGURE 17
STEP 17:
• MAKE SURE ALL CONNECTIONS ARE TIGHT!
Thank you for purchasing the Life Fitness 8105 SMITH PRESS. If unsure of proper use of equipment, call
your local Life Fitness distributor or call the Life Fitness customer service department at [phone].