SportsArt Fitness A988 User manual

A988 OWNER’S MANUAL CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................ 2
2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 3
3. LIST OF PARTS ................................................................................. 4
4. ASSEMBLE THE PRODUCT ............................................................. 6
STEP 1 Install the Upright Frame .......................................................... 6
STEP 2 Install the Arm Assemblies ....................................................... 7
STEP 3 Install the Rotating Handles ..................................................... 8
STEP 4 Install the Cushions ................................................................. 9
STEP 5 Install the Weight Plate Pegs ................................................... 10
STEP 6 Level the Product ..................................................................... 11
5. OPERATE THE PRODUCT ............................................................... 12
OPERATION Operate the Product ........................................................ 12
6. MAINTENANCE ................................................................................ 14
MAINTENANCE Schedule .................................................................... 14
MAINTENANCE Task List .................................................................... 15
MAINTENANCE One-Year Maintenance Log ....................................... 16
7. CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES ................................. 17

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1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of a high quality SportsArt product, the A988 hack
squat machine. Constructed of high quality materials and designed for years of
reliable performance, this product was made for full commercial use.
Before this product is assembled or operated, we recommend that you familiarize
yourself with this manual. Understanding the correct assembly and operation of
this product will help ensure that exercisers obtain their tness goals safely and
successfully.

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2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This product was designed and built for optimum safety. However certain precau-
tions apply during the use of this product. Please note the following safety
precautions:
• Please read the entire manual before assembly and operation. Make
sure the product is installed and operated as instructed in this manual.
• Assemble and operate the product on a solid, level surface. Do not use
outdoors or near water, including pools and saunas.
• Check the product before every use. Make sure all parts are assem-
bled, and all fasteners are tightened. Do not use the product if it is disas-
sembled in any way.
• Wear proper workout clothing. Do not wear loose clothing. Do not wear
shoes with leather soles or high heels. Tie all long hair back. Do not go
barefoot on this product.
• Keep away from moving parts. Moving parts may or may not stop imme-
diately if an object becomes caught or impedes normal motion.
• Use this product only for its intended purpose as described in this
manual.
• Be careful when mounting and dismounting the unit.
• Never operate this product if it has been damaged in any way. If it is
not working properly, or has been dropped or damaged, contact a service
technician for repairs.
• Do not use accessories that are not specically recommended by the
manufacturer. Such parts might cause injuries or cause the unit to fail.
• This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or by people who are
otherwise decient in product knowledge or experience. If such people use
this product, they should be given training and be supervised at all times
by someone responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play on or
near the product.
• The user weight limit for this product is 227 kg, 500 lb.
CAUTION: If you feel any pain or any abnormal sensations, STOP YOUR
WORKOUT and consult your physician immediately. Work within your rec-
ommended exercise level. DO NOT work to exhaustion. Before beginning any
exercise program, you should consult with your doctor. It is recommended that you
undergo a complete physical examination.

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3. LIST OF PARTS
Assembly Parts
No. Name Qty. No. Name Qty.
A1 Main frame 1 A6 Left arm assembly 1
A2 Upright 1 A7 Connector 1
A3 Weight plate peg 2 A8 Seat cushion 1
A4 Chest cushion 1 A9 Rotating handle 2
A5 Right arm assembly 1

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Components on the Product
No. Name Specication Notes
28
Hex screw M10*P1.5*L75
Spring washer M10
Washer D16*d10.2*t1.0
Bushing D16*t.2*L39
Hex nut M10
29
Hex screw M10*P1.5*L75
Spring washer M10
Washer D16*d10.2*t1.0
Bushing D16*t2*L39
Washer D35*d12*Lt1.0
Hex nut M10
30
Round head inner hex screw M8*P1.25*L20
Spring washer M8
Flat washer D26*d8.3*t3
Bushing
Axle D25*L104
31 Mushroom top inner hex screw M8*L25
32 Mushroom top inner hex screw M6*P1.0*L15
Handle washer D20*d7*t2.0
33
Mushroom top inner hex screw M8*L15
Spring washer M8
Flat washer D28*d8.5*t2
Bushing D26.5*d16*L20.5
Axle D16*L59.6
Components in the Hardware Kit
No. Name Qty. Specication Notes
13
Bevelled head inner hex screw 8 M8*P1.25*L20
Spring washer 8 M8
Hex lock nut 8 M8
14 Inner hex screw 4 M6*L10
Curved washer 4 D20*d7*t2.0
L-shaped Allen wrench 1 M4
L-shaped Allen wrench 2 M5
L-shaped Allen wrench 2 M6
Double open-end wrench 2 13*17
Open-end wrench 1 35

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4. ASSEMBLE THE PRODUCT
Follow instructions below to assemble this product. Note that in this manual
the words “left” and “right” are used to refer to the product and its parts. As
such, these designations correspond to the “left” and “right” sides of a person
in position to exercise on this product. Also, for brevity, the word “screws” is
used where screws, washers, and other hardware may be involved.
STEP 1 Install the Upright Frame
Follow instructions (a) through (b) to install the upright frame.
(a) First insert the bushing from screws (28)(29) onto the upright frame (A2)
as shown.
(b) Hold the upright frame (A2) onto the main frame (A1). Use screws (28)
to loosely secure the curved connectors (A7) onto the front part of the main
frame (A1) from below. Then secure the screws (29) in the rear. After aligning
front and back holes, secure the connectors with screws (28)(29).

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STEP 2 Install the Arm Assemblies
Follow instructions (a) through (b) to assemble the left and right arm
assemblies.
(a) Remove screws (30) from the main frame (A1). ( Also remove the assembly
from the other side).
(b) Carefully hold either the left or right arm assembly (A5,A6) on the main
frame (A1). Align the holes. Insert the axles into place, put bushings into
place on both sides, and use screws (30) to secure the end covers. Perform
the same procedure to install the arm assembly on the opposite side.

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STEP 3 Install the Rotating Handles
Please follow instructions (a) through (b) to install the rotating handles.
(a) First, remove the screw/bushing/axle assembly (33) from the rotating
handles (A9).
(b) From the inside, insert one bushing from into a mount hole in the left arm
assembly (A6). Hold a rotating handle (A9) into place. Partially insert the
axle. Insert the other bushing into place. Fully insert the axle into place, and
use screws (33) to secure this assembly. Carry out the same procedure to
secure the other rotating handle (A9) onto the the right arm assembly (A5).

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STEP 4 Install the Cushions
Please follow instructions (a) through (c) to install seat and chest cushions.
(a) Remove screws (31) and the metal plates AB from the chest cushion (A4)
and seat cushion (A8).
(b) Use screws (13) to secure metal plates A and B onto the chest and seat
supports on (A2) and (A1) respectively.
(c) Secure the chest cushion (A4) and the seat cushion (A8) into place.

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STEP 5 Install the Weight Plate Pegs
Please follow instructions (a) through (b) to install weight plate pegs.
(a) First remove the screws (32) from the weight plate pegs (A3).
(b) Install weight plate pegs (A3) onto left and right (A5,A6) arms. Use screws
(32) toward the back. Use screws (14) toward the front.