Pro-Form Bodylift 831.159412 User manual

Model No. 831.159412
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USER'S MANUAL
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................... 2
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ........................................................................... 3
ASSEMBLY .................................................................................... 4
TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................... 10
USING THE BODYLIFT ......................................................................... 11
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................................................... Back Cover
WARRANTY ......................................................................... Back Cover
Note: There is a PART IDENTIFICATION CHART and an EXPLODED DRAWING stapled to the center of this
user's manual. Remove them before beginning assembly.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions before using the
BODYMFT.
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Read all instructions in this user's manual and
in the accompanying literature before using
the BODYLIFT.
Use the BODYLIFT only on a level surface.
Cover the floor beneath the BODYLIFT for pro-
tection.
Inspect and tighten all parts each time you use
the BODYLIFT. Replace any worn or frayed
parts immediately.
Keep children away from the BODYLIFT at all
times.
The BODYLIFT is designed to be used by only
one person at a time.
Keep hands end feet away from moving parts.
7. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protection
when using the BODYLIFT.
8. Make sure that the cable remains on the pul-
leys at all times. If the cable binds as you are
exercising, stop immediately and make sure
that the cable is on all of the pulleys.
.Remove the lat bar from the high pulley station
when performing any exercise that does not
use the lat bar. Remove the lat bar when the
BODYLIFT is not in use.
10. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time while
exercising, stop immediately and begin cool-
ing down.
11. Never place your feet under the footrest.
WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. Read all instruc-
tions before using. SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained
by or through the use of this product.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the PROFORtvP BODYLIFT
Body Weight Resistance System. The compact
BODYLIFT features an impressive array of weight sta-
tions designed to develop every major muscle group
ofthe body. Whether your goal is a shapely figure,
dramatic muscle size and strength, or a healthier car-
diovascular system, the BODYLIFT will help you to
achieve the specific results you want.
For your benefit, read this user's manual carefully
before using the BODYLIFT. If you have additional
questions, please call our Customer Service
Department toil-free at 1-800-736*6879, Monday
through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time
(excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please
note the product model number and serial number
before calling. The model number is 831.159412. The
serial number can be found on a decal attached to
the BODYLIFT (see the front cover of this user's man-
ual).
Before reading further, please look at the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.
Assembled Dimensions:
Height: 90 in. (Extended)
Width: 38 in.
Length: 51 in.
Note: The BODYLIFT
requires a minimum
ceiling height of 7 1/2
feet.
Lat Bar
High Pulley Station
Arms
Backrest
Press Arms
Seat
Leg Lever
Base Low Pulley Station
Footmst
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ASSEMBLY
Before beginning assembly, carefully read the
following Information end Instructions:
• Assembly requires two people.
•Due to the size of the BODYLIFT, itshould be
assembled in the location where itwill be used.
•Place all parts of the BODYLIFT in a cleared area
and remove the packing materials; do not dis-
pose of the packing materials until assembly is
completed.
•Read through each assembly step before you
begin.
•For help identifyingthe small pads used in
assembly, remove the PART IDENTIFICATION
CHART from the center of this user's manual.
Note: Some small parts may have been pre-
attached for shipping purposes. Ifa part is not
found in the parts bag, check to see if ithas been
pre-attached.
•As you assemble the BODYLIFT, make sure that
all parts are oriented exactly as shown in the
drawings.
•Tighten all parts as you assemble them, unless
instructedto do otherwise.
THE FOLLOWING TOOLS (NOT INCLUDED) ARE
REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY:
Two (2) adjustable wrenches
One (1) standard screwddver
One (1) phillips screwdriver
One (1) rubber mallet
Assembly will be more convenient ifyou have the
following tools: A socket set, a set of open-end or
closed-end wrenches, or aset of ratchet wrenches.
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Before you begin, read the information and
Instructions at the top of this page. Note: The
BODYLIFT requires a minimum ceiling height
of 7 1/2 feet.
Insert the four 3/8" x 2 1/2" Carriage Bolts (70) up
through the indicated holes in the Base (1).
Slide the Rear Upright (2) onto the four 3/8" x
2 1/2" Carriage Bolts (70) in the Base (1). Make
sure that the Rear Upright is turned as shown.
Tighten a 3/8" Nylon Jam Nut (41) onto each
Carriage Bolt.
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Insert These
Carriage
Bolts First
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Attach the Footrest (35) to the Front Upright (7)
with two 3/8" x 2 3/4" Bolts (85), two 3/8" Flat
Washers (53), and two 3/8" Nylon Locknuts (33)
as shown.
Remove the 3/8" x I 112"Carriage Bolt (80) and
the 3/8" Nylon Jam Nut (41) from the indicated
brackets on the Front Upright (7). Remove the
loop of Cable (25) from the brackets.
Lubricate the 3/8" x 11/2" Carriage Bolt (80).
Attach the Selector Plate (19) to the brackets on
the Front Upright (7) with the Carriage Bolt and the
3/8" Nylon Jam Nut (41).
With the help of asecond person, hold the Front
Upright (7) in front of the Rear Upright (2), with the
Selector Plate (19) between the sides of the Rear
Upright.
Insert the loopofCable (25) through the sides of
the Rear Upright (2).
Slide a Weld Cover (63) onto each of the indicat-
ed axles on the Front and Rear Uprights (7, 2).
The Weld Covers must be turned so the open
sides are facing the Uprights. Lubricate the axles.
Slide aLong Riser (3) onto the axles. The Long
Riser must be turned as shown.
Hold a3/4" Retainer (57) and a 3/4" Retainer Cap
(59) against the end of one of the axles. The teeth
on the Retainer must bend toward the Retainer
Cap (see the inset drawing). Tap the Retainer and
Retainer Cap onto the axle. Tap a 3/4" Retainer
(57) and a 3/4" Retainer Cap (59) onto the other
axle.
Attach the other Long Riser (3) to the lower axles
on the other side ofthe Front and Rear Uprights
(7, 2) in the same manner.
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Axle Teeth
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Slide a Weld Cover (63) onto each of the indicat-
ed axles on the Front and Rear Uprights (7, 2).
The Weld Covers must be tumed so the open
sides are facing the Uprights. Lubricate the axles.
Slide a Short Riser (4) onto the axles, The Short
Riser must be turned as shown.
Hold a 3/4" J=tetainer (57) and a 3/4" Retainer Cap
(59) against the end of one of the axles. The teeth
on the Retainer must bend toward the Retainer
Cap (see the inset drawing). Tap the Retainer and
Retainer Cap onto the axle. Tap a 3/4" Retainer
(57) and a 3/4" Retainer Cap (59) ontothe other
axle.
Attach the other Short Riser (4) to the upper axles
on the other side of the Front and Rear Uprights
(7, 2) in the same manner.
Pull back the Knob (39) on the Selector (20, 26).
Raise the Selector Plate (19) to the position
shown, with the Selector Plate between the sides
of the Selector. Release the Knob, making sure
that it isengaged in one of the holes in the
Selector Plate.
Hold the 3/4" x 1/2" Spacer (64) between the
small holes in the lower end of the Selector (20,
26). Attach the Spacer with a 1/4" x 1 1/4" Bolt
(49) and a 1/4" Nylon Jam Nut (55).
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Lubricate
57 59
Axle Teeth
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Carefully cut the wire tie attached to the Cable
(25). Wrap the loop of Cable from steps 4 and 5
around the 3 1/2" Pulley (27) as shown. Hold the
Pulley and the Pulley Covers (88) between the
indicated holes in the Selector Plate (19). Make
sure that the Pulley Covers are turned so the
small rims are inside the loop of Cable as shown.
See assembly step 9, and make sure that the
Cable is routed exactly as shown.
Attach the Pulley Covers (88) and the 3 1/2"
Pulley (27) to the Selector Plate (19) with the 3/8"
x 2" Bolt (87) and a 3/8" Nylon Jam Nut (41).
The drawing at the right shows the correct route of
the Cable (25). Make sure that the Cable is
routed exactly as shown. Note: The letters indi-
cate the order in which the Cable is muted around
the Pulleys.
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Wire Tie
87
Rims
Note: This section of
cable must go over the
top of the indicated pulley
exactly as shownl
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10.PulltheMomentArm(10)forward. Hold the lower
and of the Left Press Arm (52) in the upper end of
the Moment Arm. The Left Press Arm mustbe
turned sothe Handle (12) ison the side shown.
Attach the Left Press Arm with two 3/8" x 2 1/2"
Bolts(44) and two 3/8" Nylon Locknuts (33). The
Bolts must be Inserted from the side shown, or
the BOBYLIFT will not function properly.
Press a Small Bumper (91) ontothe underside of
the Handle (12).
Assemble the Right Press Arm (11) in the same
manner.
11. Insert the 114"x 2 1/2" Cardage Bolt (46) into the
Seat Bracket (38). Attach the Seat Bracket to the
Seat (14) with the two 1/4 x 3/4" Screws (47).
Insertthe 1/4" x 2 1/2" Carriage Bolt (46) into the
indicated hole in the Seat Frame (8). The narrow
end of the Seat must be facing the curved end of
the Seat Frame. Tighten a 1/4" Nylon Jam Nut (55)
with a 1/4" Flat Washer (40) onto the Carriage Bolt.
Attach the other end of the Seat to the Seat Frame
with a 1/4" x 2 1/2" Screw (32) and a1/4" Flat
Washer (40).
12. Attach the Seat Frame (8) to the Front Ul_dght(7)
with the 5/16" x 2 3/4" Bolt (78) and a 5/16" Nylon
Locknut (73). The Moment Arm (10) must be in
front of the indicated tube on the Seat Frame.
Attach the Seat Braces (21) to the Seat Frame (8)
with a 3/8" x 2 3/4" Bolt (85) and a 3/8" Nylon
Locknut (33). Tighten the Nylon Locknuts on both
ends ofthe Seat Braces.
13. Hold the Cable (25) under the indicated 3 1/2"
Pulley (27). Hold the 1/2" x 1" Sleeve (89) between
the small holes in the lower end ofthe Leg Lever
(9). Attach the Sleeve with the 1/4" x 1 3/4" Bolt
(43) and a 1/4" Nylon Jam Nut (55). The Cable
must be between the Pulley and the Sleeve.
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14.InsertonePadTube(13)intotheSeatFrame(8). 14
InserttheotherPadTubeintotheLegLever(9).
Slide two 6"Pads (24) onto each Pad Tube (13).
15. Pivot the Link Tube (16) on the Left Arm (5) onto
the end of the LinkTube Axle (17). Attach the Link
Tube to the Link Tube Axle with a 114"x 1 1/4"
Bolt (49) and a 1/4" Acorn Nut (62).
Tap a 1" x1" Inner Cap (36) into the LinkTube (16).
Attach the LinkTube (16) on the Right Arm (6) to
the LinkTube Axle (17) in the same manner.
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16. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened. The use of all remaining parts will be explained in USING THE
BODYLIFT on page 11 of this user's manual.
Before using the BODYLIFT, the cable should be adjusted. See HOW TO TIGHTEN THE CABLE on page 10
of this user's manual. In addition, pull the cable a few times to make sure that it moves smoothly over the pul-
leys. Ifthe cable does not move smoothly, refer to assembly step 9 on page 7, and correct the problem before
using the BODYLIFT.
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE
Inspect and tighten all parts each time you use the BODYLIFT. Replace any worn parts immediately. The
BODYLIFT can be cleaned using a damp cloth and mild non-abrasive detergent, Do not use solvents,
HOW TO TIGHTEN THE CABLE
Woven cable, the type used on the BODYLIFT, can
stretch slightlywhen it isfirst used. If there is slack in
the Cable (25), the Cable should be tightened. First,
move the selector to hole position Ul" (see HOW TO
SELECT A RESISTANCE SETTING on page 11).
Next, loosen the Adjustment Screw (81) near the Adjustment
lower end of the Cable. Pull the end of the Cable until Sleeve
there is no slack in the Cable, slide the adjustment
sleeve and the ball against the indicated 3 1/2" Pulley
(27), and retighten the Adjustment Screw.
If a replacement Cable (25) is needed, see ORDER-
ING REPLACEMENT PARTS on the back cover of
this user's manual.
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