Vitality™ Benches and Racks Maintenance Guide
Important safety guidelines for owners
Follow these guidelines to maintain proper working condition of the equipment:
CAUTION: Do not modify the equipment or any of its parts, or per-
manently remove any part from the equipment. Do not use accessory
attachments that are not recommended by Precor, as such attachments
might cause injuries.
lRegular maintenance must be performed by qualified technicians.
lMake sure that trainers, facility personnel, and maintenance technicians understand how to
use the equipment, know important safety guidelines, and can recognize potential problems
such as a cracked weld.
lStrength training requires significant focus by the facility and its staff to maintain the quality of
the fitness environment. If possible, the facility should provide direct supervision of the fitness
equipment at all times by people knowledgeable about the safe operation of the equipment
and trained to recognize potential problems.
lIf any facility personnel witness unsafe use of the equipment, the staff member should address
the user directly, to demonstrate the proper technique, and review with the users the Import-
ant Safety Information for Users. Precor recommends posting a copy of the Important Safety
Information for Users near the equipment in a prominent location.
lMake sure the equipment is stable and placed on a solid surface. The equipment is designed to
be freestanding; however, it can be bolted to the floor for extra stability. Precor highly recom-
mends that the equipment be bolted to the floor to reduce the risk of the equipment toppling
due to improper use. Since floor construction varies, please consult a professional building
engineer for proper fastening.
lLocate the equipment at least 40 inches (1 meter) away from walls or furniture on either side
of the equipment, and 40 inches (1 meter) away from objects behind the equipment.
lCheck the equipment thoroughly based on the recommended inspection schedules outlined in
this manual, including daily, weekly, monthly, and annual checks.
lPlace an “out-of-order” sign on the equipment during maintenance of the equipment or the
surrounding area, and make sure the facility’s personnel know not to allow anyone to use the
equipment until it has been inspected and works properly. If a piece of equipment needs ser-
vice, keep it out of use until repaired.
lDo not attempt to free any jammed assemblies alone as this may cause injury. With the help
of another person, carefully return the mechanism to its proper resting position.
lDo not place the equipment outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Safety approval
Precor commercial strength equipment is designed and tested according to EN 957-1, 2, 4 standards.
Important safety information for users
Before beginning any fitness program, you should obtain a complete physical examination from your
physician.
French equivalent of the preceding paragraph, for the Canadian market: Il est conseillé de subir un
examen médical complet avant d’entreprendre tout programme d’exercise. Si vous avez des étour-
dissements ou des faiblesses, arrêtez les exercices immédiatement.
When using exercise equipment, you should always take basic precautions, including the following:
lIf you do not understand how to operate a piece of equipment, ask someone from the facility
such as a trainer to demonstrate how to use it and explain any safety instructions.
lDo not allow children on or near the equipment. Do not leave children unsupervised around
the equipment.
lUse 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.
lWear proper exercise clothing and shoes for your workout—no loose clothing.
lDo not overexert yourself or work to exhaustion. Use reasonable judgment when working with
weights. Avoid using excessive weight, which may cause injury.
lIf you feel pain or abnormal symptoms, stop exercising immediately and consult your phys-
ician.
lKeep head, limbs, fingers, and hair clear of all moving parts while the equipment is in use.
Keep hands clear of racking pegs.
lNever drop or insert objects into any opening in the equipment.
lAlways check the equipment before using it. If you spot a potential problem, contact someone
in the facility immediately. Do not use the equipment until the facility has verified that the
equipment is working properly. Do not attempt to fix broken or jammed equipment.
lDo not use the equipment outdoors or on wet surfaces.
lDo not use the equipment if an "out of order" sign has been placed on it.
lRead all posted instructions, including all safety instructions and warnings.
Before you begin
Precor recommends implementing a thorough maintenance program that incorporates regular safety
inspections by qualified maintenance technicians as outlined in this manual.
This manual explains how to maintain the Precor Vitality™ Series line of commercial strength
equipment. It provides information about items that need to be inspected and maintained on a daily,
weekly, monthly, and annual basis. You should perform those tasks that are appropriate for the
equipment you are maintaining and skip those tasks that do not apply.
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