Precor Ab-X100 User manual

Ab-X100
Assembly Guide

Ab-X100 Assembly Guide
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
When using exercise equipment, basic precautions
should always be taken, including the following:
• Read all instructions before assembling the
Ab-X100. These instructions are written for your
safety and to protect the unit.
• Read each step in the assembly instructions and
follow the steps in sequence. Do not skip ahead. If
you skip ahead, you may learn later that you have
to disassemble components and that you may
have damaged the equipment which would void
the Precor Limited Warranty.
• Assemble and operate the Ab-X100 on a solid,
level surface. Locate the unit a few feet from walls
or furniture to provide easy access.
• Do not allow children or those unfamiliar with its
operation on or near the equipment. Do not leave
children unsupervised around the unit.
• Use the equipment only for its intended purpose.
Do not use accessory attachments that are not
recommended by the manufacturer, as such
attachments may cause injuries.
• Do not attempt to service the Ab-X100 yourself.
The unit does not contain any user-serviceable
parts.
Obtaining Service
For information about product operation or service,
refer to the Precor web site at www.precor.com where
you can also find customer support numbers or a list of
Precor authorized service centers.
If you call or e-mail Customer Support, have the serial
number available.
You can find the serial number printed on a label
affixed to the Ab-X100. For future reference, write the
serial number in the space provided below.
Serial number: _______________________

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Table of Contents
1
2
Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................. 3
Obtaining Service ..................................................................................................................................... 3
Preparations .............................................................................................................. 5
Unpacking the Equipment......................................................................................................................... 5
Required Tools .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Installation Requirements ......................................................................................................................... 5
Hardware Kit ............................................................................................................................................. 6
Assembly Instructions .............................................................................................. 8
Open the Box ............................................................................................................................................ 8
Assemble the Main Structure ................................................................................................................... 9
Attach the Seat and Back Pad .................................................................................................................. 12
Clean the Pads and Assembly .................................................................................................................. 13
Limited Warranty Statement ..................................................................................................................... 14
Specifications .............................................................................................................................. Back cover
Table of Contents

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1Preparations
Preparations
The Ab-X100 parts are inspected before shipment.
Each unit contains several pieces that require
assembly. You may find it helpful to ask for assistance
during the assembly process.
Unpacking the Equipment
When you open a box, carefully unpack the pieces and
lay them on the floor near the location where you plan
to use them.
CAUTION: Be careful when you remove the
packaging material with a utility knife. Do not cut
the upholstery or scratch the paint.
If any items are missing, contact the dealer from whom
you purchased the unit. For more information, refer to
Obtaining Service .
Required Tools
Tools that you need to obtain before assembling the
unit include:
❏Measuring tape
❏Rubber mallet
❏Wire tie cutter or utility knife
Installation Requirements
Follow these installation requirements when
assembling the unit:
•Review the Important Safety Instructions .
•Assemble the unit where it will be used.
•Install components in the sequence shown.
•Insert all fasteners in the same direction. For
aesthetic purposes, insert all the fasteners in the
same direction unless specified (in text or
illustrations) to do otherwise.
•Leave room for adjustments. Tighten the
fasteners to keep the unit stable, but leave room
for adjustments.

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¾-inch Shoulder bolt (J) 2
Pivot arm cap (K) 2
1-inch Buttonhead screw (A) 6
³⁄₈-inch Washer (C) 6
¾-inch Buttonhead screw (D) 8
⁵⁄₁₆-inch Washer (F) 4
Fastener Qty Fastener Qty
Hardware Kit
Preparations, continued
³⁄₈-inch Split washer (B) 6
⁵⁄₁₆-inch Split washer (E) 14
1¼-inch Buttonhead screw (G) 10
⁵⁄₁₆-inch Washer (H) 4

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2 – Plastic foot (L) 2 – End cap (M)
Preparations, continued

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2Assembly
Instructions
Assembly Instructions
Assembly of the Ab-X100 takes about 45 minutes to
complete. If this is the first time you have assembled
this type of equipment, plan on allowing more time.
Be careful to open boxes and assemble components in
the sequence presented in this manual.
Note: With so many assembled parts, proper alignment
and adjustment is critical. While tightening the fasteners,
be sure to leave room for adjustments. Do not fully
tighten fasteners until instructed to do so.
Open the Box
Use wire tie cutters to open the box and remove
packing materials.
The illustration shows how the Ab-X100 will look when
you have completed its assembly. The callouts identify
specific pieces.
Base Support
Main Frame
Pivot
Arm
Handlebars
Seat Pad
Support Bar
Back
Pad
Footrest

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Assemble the Main Structure
1. Insert the End Caps (M) into the Front Support and
attach two plastic feet (L) to its base. Secure the
pieces using
two 1¼-inch buttonhead screws (G)
two split washers (E)
Wrench tighten.
2. Set the Main Frame in an upright position.
3. Cut the wire tie holding the Support Bar to the
wheeled Base Support and remove any packing
material.
4. Attach the Base Support to the Main Frame. Ask
your assistant to lift the Main Base while you align
the mounting holes and insert
four 1-inch buttonhead screws (A)
four split washers (B)
four flat washers (C)
Wrench tighten.
Note: Make sure the wheels are positioned as
shown in the illustration. The wheels must be
outside of the Main Frame not under it.
5. Loosen the four screws that secure the mounting
bracket so you can install the Handlebar Assembly.
Assemble the Main Structure
Main Frame
Base Support 4 - 1" buttonhead screws
4 - split washers
4 - washers
Main Frame
Front Support
2 - 1¼" buttonhead screws
2 - split washers
End Cap
Loosen the four bracket
screws two full turns.
Support Bar

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Main Frame
Base Support
Pivot Arm
Support Bar
Handlebars
2 - 1" shoulder
bolts
2 - pivot
arm caps
6. Lift the Support Bar so you can access the Pivot
Arm mounting holes.
7. Have your assistant angle the Handlebar
Assembly beneath the Support Bar and position
the Pivot Arms so you can insert a shoulder bolt
through each sleeve. Thread the shoulder bolts (H)
into the mounting holes to secure the Pivot Arms.
Wrench tighten.
Note: The Pivot Arms can fall off the Handlebar
Assembly, so keep the assembly as level as
possible.
8. Insert the Pivot Arm Caps (K). Apply pressure to
secure them.
9. Lower the Handlebar Assembly and rest it on the
floor.
10. Retighten the four bracket screws.
Assemble the Main Structure, continued