SPIETH America 5121-120 User guide

ASSEMBLY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS
COMPETITION CRANK BALANCE BEAM
5121-120 (16’) & 5121-335 (12’)
VERSION: 8920028 (Revised 09/17)
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This equipment is manufactured from the finest materials and has been thoroughly inspected before
leaving our plant. We are sure you will be pleased with its quality, durability and performance.
Please carefully read the following instructions before assembling and using your new equipment.
The exclamation mark symbol when seen in this manual is used to indicate warnings or
items that require special attention during the use or assembly of the apparatus.
Assembly, set-up and adjustment of this equipment should only be undertaken by
qualified persons. At no time should children or other unqualified persons undertake the
assembly, set-up, installation or adjustment of this equipment.
For assembly, set-up, adjustment and maintenance instructions, please read and follow all
instructions, in the particular Section of this booklet, as they apply to your particular piece or pieces of
equipment.
Section I Assembly and adjustment instructions
Section II Maintenance
Section III Replacement Parts
Section IV Safety
For information on Replacement Parts, please see the third section of this manual, as it applies to
your particular product.
Be sure to read and follow all Safety Instructions of this manual before attempting to use
the apparatus!

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1. Assembly and adjustment instructions
Please note that the Beam Legs and Beam Top are heavy and can be difficult to balance
if not held properly during handling. Two (2) qualified persons are required when
assembling this apparatus. Also watch fingers on swinging parts of beam legs.
1.1. Assembly
Please refer to the Figure 1 below for part names and locations.
1. To assemble you will need two (2) 9/16” wrenches or adjustable wrenches & one (1) 15/16”
wrench.
2. Fully open the shipping crate containing the Beam Top. Turn the Beam Top upside down on a
clean surface. This will protect the Beam Top from being soiled or damaged during assembly.
3. Remove the Beam Legs from their shipping cartons and work with one Beam Leg at a time.
Figure 1

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4. Remove both Axle Pins (#6 & 7) from the Adjustable Guide Plate (#4) and the Stationary
Guide Plate (#5) at one end of the Beam Top. Remove one screw/bolt and pull/tap the pin out.
Watch not to damage the threads.
Watch not to mix up the 2 Axle Pins (#6 & 7). The Long Axle Pin (#6) goes with the
Adjustable Guide Plate (#4). The Short Axle Pin (#7) goes with the Stationary Guide Plate
(#5).
5. Remove tape holding the Brace Bar (#3) to the main leg (#1).
WATCH YOU FINGERS SINCE THE BRACE BAR WILL SWING FREELY!
6. Slide the free end of the Brace Bar (#3) between the bushings of the Stationary Guide Plate
(#5). Insert the Short Axle Pin (#7) and secure with the Axle Pin Screw/Bolt that you previously
removed.
7. Slide the free end of the Main Leg (#1) over the bushings of the Adjustable Guide Plate (#4).
Insert the Long Axle Pin (#6) and secure by tightening the hardware.
8. Tighten the Adjustable Guide Plate Nut (15/16”) until snug (Approx 20 ft-lbs), and then
LOOSEN IT OFF A QUARTER TURN. The plate will slide easily for adjustment without any
excessive play.
9. Repeat steps 3 through 6 with the second Beam Leg and stand the beam upright.

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1.2. Height Adjustment
You are now ready to adjust the height of your new Crank Balance Beam.
It is imperative that fingers be kept well clear of the beam channel at all times during
height adjustment. Serious injury may result if fingers are inside the beam channel
during height adjustment.
Under no circumstances should children or other unqualified persons be permitted to
undertake height adjustment. Only adults, coaches or supervisory staff should adjust
the beam height.
Use the Crank Handle supplied to adjust the beam height. Insert the slotted end of the crank into the
end of the beam, which has the End Cap with an opening in it. Slide the crank over the shaft,
ensure the Crank is fully inserted over the end of the Shaft and adjust the beam to the desired height.
Turning the Crank Handle Clockwise will make your beam go up. Turning the Crank Handle
Counterclockwise will lower your beam.

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2. Beam maintenance
2.1. General maintenance
At every use, check all welds, axle bolts and foot cups for signs of wear and tear. Check the
top surface of the beam as well. Do not perform on the beam until these inspections have
occurred and have been approved.
Build-up of chalk on the beam top is unavoidable and does not detract from the performance of
your beam. The Beam top can be kept relatively clean by wiping it with a brush with nylon
bristles from time to time. Do not use water to clean the beam top! After several years, you
may wish to have your beam top recovered as a result of normal wear.
Periodically lubricate the threaded height adjustment mechanism with a paste type
lubricant (grease). The bottom covers, which conceal the threads of this mechanism, will
have to be removed to perform this maintenance. (see instructions below)
Periodically check the Adjustable Guide Plate nut (Fig.1) for tightness. The nut should be
tightened as described under the assembly instructions on page 4 (point 6). If the nut is too
tight, it will make the beam hard to adjust. If it’s too loose, damage may occur to the
components.
2.2. Removing bottom covers
To remove the bottom covers, follow the instructions below:
1. Turn the beam upside down on a clean surface.
2. Remove the nut, which secures the Adjustable Guide Plate to the Beam Top. Lift the Adjustable
Guide Plate over the threaded pin.
3. Remove the screws, which hold the bottom cover to the nylon sliders. Lift the bottom cover over
the threaded pin.
4. Apply lubricant to the threaded mechanism.
5. Replace the bottom cover by reversing the above procedure.
6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 with the second beam leg.
7. Stand the Beam upright. Check the height adjustment of the beam. If adjustment is too easy or
too difficult, tighten or loosen the nut which secures the Adjustable Guide plate to the
Beam Top.

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3. Replacements parts
3.1. General replacement parts
Description
Part Number
1 Pair –Bent Beam Legs
115A
Set of 4 –Rubber Foot Cups
PEKY-014A
1 Pair –Brace bars c/w hardware and pins
P111-14PR
3.2. 5121-120 & 5121-335 Crank Balance Beam replacement parts
Description
Part Number
1 Piece –Crank Handle
P113-39PR
1 Pair –Adjustable Guide Plates for Crank
Balance Beam c/w hardware and pins
P113-59PR
1 Pair –Stationary Guide Plates for Crank
Balance Beam c/w hardware and pins
P113-58PR
1 Pair –End caps for Crank Balance Beam
P113-60PR

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4. SAFETY
WARNING
Any activity involving motion or height creates the possibility of serious injury including
permanent paralysis and even death, from landing or falling on the neck, head, or other parts
of the body.
You assume a risk of serious injury in using this equipment. However, this risk can be
reduced by strictly following these rules at all times.
1. Use this equipment only under the supervision of a trained and qualified instructor.
2. This equipment must be used only when protected by proper matting as recommended by
the Federation of International Gymnasts (F.I.G.). If in doubt concerning proper matting, do
not use this equipment.
3. This equipment must be used with proper spotting equipment and qualified spotters
suitable to the activity or skill. Always consult an instructor.
4. Know your own limitations and the limitations of this equipment. Follow progressive learning
techniques and always consult an instructor.
5. Always inspect this equipment for proper stability before each use.
6. Always inspect this equipment for loose fittings and parts. Replace any worn, defective or
missing parts.
7. Always inspect this equipment for improper or unsafe installation. If in doubt, do not use
this equipment.