Star track fitness IMPACT User manual

Impact
Owner’s Manual
Star Trac StrengthTM
Star Trac FitnessTM

Impact Owner’s Manual
2008
STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM, INC.
41180 Raintree Court, Murrieta, California 92562
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
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Disclaimer:
STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM makes no representations or warranties regarding the contents of this manual. We reserve the right
to revise this document at any time or to make changes to the product described within it without notice or obligation to notify any
person of such revisions or changes.
©2008 Star Trac. All rights reserved. Star Trac, the Star Trac logo are registered trademarks of Unisen, Inc. Impact Strength is a
trademark of Unisen, Inc. LockNLoad is a trademark of Innovative Strength Technology, LLC.

Table of Contents
Safety Information and General Exercise Guidelines ------------------------------------------------ 1
Exercise Guidelines---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
Product Maintenance and Use--------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
Installation Instructions ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 8
Securing Equipment in Installation-----------------------------------------------------------------------8
Assembly and Operational Instructions----------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Abdominal-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
Abductor------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Adductor------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Biceps Curl---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
Unilateral Biceps Curl-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
Chin/Dip Assist----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12
Deltoid Raise-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Rear Deltoid /Pec Fly --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Glute Machine------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 14
Incline Chest-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Kneeling Leg Curl------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Lat Pull Down ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 16
Lat Pull Down (Cable)-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Leg Curl ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Leg Extension (Center Mount)--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Leg Extension (Side Mount) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 19
Leg Press------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Low Back------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 20
Low Row------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Overhead Triceps-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Pectoral Fly --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Seated Leg Curl---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Seated Leg Press --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
Shoulder Press------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 23
Standing Calf -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------24
Triceps Dip---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
Triceps Extension-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Unilateral Row ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Chest Press ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
Vertical Row-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
30° Pectoral Fly ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
45° Calf--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
DAP –Dual Adjustable Pulley --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 28
Transmission Source Replacement----------------------------------------------------------------------30
Transmission Sources--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30
General Guidelines ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30
Belts -Fasteners----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31
Belts -Replacement Procedures---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33
Attaching Belt to Top Plate (Synch Fastener)------------------------------------------------------ 33
Attaching Belt to Swivel Appliance (Compression Swivel Fastener) ------------------------- 33
Attaching Belt to Drive Systems (Compression Fastener)--------------------------------------- 34

Belts -Installation--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 35
Cables----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 35
Type 1. Terminal / Swedge Fitting-------------------------------------------------------------------- 35
Double Termination Smith Cable--------------------------------------------------------------------- 35
Triceps Pushdown Station(s)--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 36
Adjustable Cross Over Cable(s)----------------------------------------------------------------------- 36
Cross Over Cables (Non Adjustable)-----------------------------------------------------------------38
Frame and Upholstery Management--------------------------------------------------------------------39
Framework Maintenance------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 39
Upholstery Maintenance------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 40
Warranty Information-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------41
Warranty & Disclaimer. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 41
How to Get Parts & Service ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 42
Preventative Maintenance---------------------------------------------------------------------------------44
Clean the Shrouds----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 48
Sticker Part Numbers--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------50
Appendix A: Synch Fastener Torque Specifications-------------------------------------------------56
Appendix B : Guide Rod Lubrications Procedure ---------------------------------------------------58
Appendix C: DAP handle inspection and tightening procedure-----------------------------------61

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Safety Information and
General Exercise
Guidelines
Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE operations
manual and ALL installation Instructions. It describes equipment setup
and instructs members on how to use it correctly and safely.
Health related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of
exercise equipment. Star Trac strongly recommends you to encourage
your members to discuss their health program or fitness regimen with a
health care professional, especially if they have not exercised for several
years, are over 35, or have known health conditions.
All STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment MUST be secured to
the floor to stabilize and eliminate rocking or tipping over. This
must be performed by a licensed contractor.
Caution, pinch points. Keep hands, feet, head, limbs, fingers and hair
clear at all times from moving parts to avoid injury. Use appropriate
positioning, speed and controlled movements.
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Important Safety Instructions
The following fitness safeguards and operating precautions are directed to
purchasers and users of the STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment. Club
Managers should ensure that members and fitness staff are trained to use the
equipemtn properaly and follow these instructions. Failure to follow these
safeguards may result in injury or serious health risk.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Read the Owner's Manual fully and carefully before assembling, servicing or using
the Weight equipment.
! WARNING: Serious injury could occur if these safety
precautions are not observed:
1. Do not use any equipment in any way other than designed or intended
by the manufacturer. It is imperative that weight stack machines as
well as any other STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment is used
properly to avoid injury. Call your dealer or Star Trac at [phone], or
USA 1-714-669-1660 for examination and repair.
2. Keep hands, feet, head, limbs, fingers and hair clear at all times from
moving parts to avoid injury. Use appropriate positioning, speed and
controlled movements.
3. Do not insert any object, hands or feet into any openings, or expose
hands, arms or feet to the drive mechanism or other potentially moving
part of the equipement.
4. DO NOT exceed maximum user weight of 350 lbs.
5. DO NOT use any equipment that is damaged and or has worn or
broken parts. Use only replacement parts supplied by STAR TRAC
STRENGTHTM.
6. DO NOT wear loose or dangling clothing while using the STAR
TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment. Keep away from all moving parts.
7. Obtain a medical exam prior to beginning an exercise program.
8. If at any time during exercise you feel faint, dizzy or experience pain,
stop and consult your physician.

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9. Children must not be allowed near these machines. Teenagers must be
supervised.
10. DO NOT attempt to fix a broken or jammed machine. Notify floor
staff.
11. Use the machine only for the intended use. Obtain instruction and
DO NOT modify the machines.
12. Load plates evenly and carefully to avoid tipping equipment and
possible crushing injuries.
13. DO NOT use if guards are missing or damaged.
14. USE A SPOTTER.
15. DO NOT add incremental weights, except those provided by the
STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM.
16. MAINTAIN LABELS AND NAMEPLATES: Do not remove
labels for any reason. They contain important information. If
unreadable or missing, contact STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM for a
replacement. See Chapter ( 6 ) for part numbers.
17. SECURING EQUIPMENT: All STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM
equipment MUST be secured to the floor to stabilize and eliminate
rocking or tipping over. This must be performed by a licensed
contractor. DO NOT use the weight equipment if it is not set up and
located on a solid level surface.
18. Make sure that each machine is set up and operated on a solid level
surface. DO NOT install equipment on an uneven surface.
19. MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT: Preventative maintenance is the
key to smooth operating equipment as well as keeping your liability to
NOTE: Use fasteners having a minimum of 500 lbs. tensile capacity
(3/8" grade 2 bolts or better).
NOTE: If legs/frame does not contact surface, DO NOT pull down
with anchors. Shim any leg or frame not in contact with
surface using flat washers.

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a minimum. Inspect the STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment
prior to use. DO NOT use if damaged or inoperable.
20. Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing maintenance
or repair of any kind is qualified to do so.
21. Routinely inspect all accessory clips that join attachments to the cables
and replace at the first sign of wear.
22. Use only weight selector pins supplied by STAR TRAC
STRENGTHTM on weight stacks. Substitutes are forbidden.
23. Cables and belts pose an extreme liability if used when frayed. Always
replace any cable or belt at first sign of wear (consult STAR TRAC
STRENGTHTM if uncertain).
24. Fully insert weight selector pins. Partial insertion can cause weights to fall
unexpectedly. Never remove selector pin if any weights are suspended.
Never attempt to release jammed weights or parts.
25. DO NOT use Lat Pulldown Bars on Multi-jungle Crossover cable
systems or any other pulley systems. These bars are designed for lat
pulldown machines only. If improperly used, the Lat Bar because of its
weight could fall unexpectedly striking the user when weight selector
pin is pulled.
26. Lat Pulldown Machines pose a danger if used with worn or damaged
cables and connecting links. User can be struck in the head if the cable
or related parts break during use.
27. When adjusting any seat, knee hold down pad, range of motion limiter,
foothold pad or any other type of adjuster, make certain that the
adjusting pin is fully engaged in the hole to avoid injury.
28. It is the purchaser's sole responsibility to properly instruct its end users
and supervising personnel as to the proper operating procedures of all
STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment. It is recommended that the
end users physical condition be evaluated prior to beginning any
exercise program.
29. Perform regular maintenance checks on the STAR TRAC
STRENGTHTM equipment. Also, pay close attention to all areas most
susceptible to wear.
30. Keep a repair log of all maintenance activities.

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31. Immediately replace worn or damaged components. If unable to
immediately replace worn or damaged components then remove the
STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM piece of equipment from service until
the repair is made.
32. Make sure that all users are properly trained on how to use the STAR
TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment.
33. Make sure there is enough room for safe access and operation of the
STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment.
34. Never operate the Equipment with bare feet.
35. Use only STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM supplied components to
maintain/repair the STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment.
36. UNDERSTANDING EACH AND EVERY WARNING TO
THE FULLEST IS IMPORTANT. IF ANY OF THESE
WARNINGS ARE UNCLEAR, ASK FOR CLARIFICATION
FROM STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM PERSONNEL.
NOTE: It is the sole responsibility of the user/owner or facility operator to
ensure that regular maintenance is performed.
Exercise Guidelines
ike most exercise, strength training involves an element of risk. Utilize this
information to assist you and/or your members in making the experience
on STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM both productive and safe.
Prior to engaging in any strength-training program, individuals with known health
conditions and/or individuals whom are unfamiliar with the risk(s) involved with
weight training, should first consult with a physician.
All training sessions should be supervised by trained personnel.
Be certain that the warning stickers affixed on STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM,
remain on the product and unaltered. Also, be certain that all the stickers (safety,
instructional and/or other) are read and understood by each user.
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All users should be instructed on the proper use of STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM
as well as those actions that should be avoided.
Each STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM machine has factored in adjustments to
accommodate for a wide variety of body types. Prior to use, enter a machine and
set up alignment respective to axis of rotation/anatomical joint and/or arm, leg or
torso length. This is also to include stabilizers, which can be in the form of rollers,
flat pads, or seatbelts.
In an attempt to minimize user and/or bystander injury:
§Do not lean against framework, weight stack or any component
whether it is dynamic or static.
§Stay clear of any components while in a dynamic state of motion.
Keep hands and feet away from cables, belts, cams and pulleys and/or
any converging action. The convergence of these transmission-based
components can cause serious injury.
§Exercising on free weight and selectorized products should be
performed with the assistance of a spotter.
Product Maintenance and Use
Repair of any STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment should be performed only
by those persons authorized by the club.
Never modify any STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment nor attempt to make
adjustment(s) to or the repair of any STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment
without first calling STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM. Always notify someone
authorized to make such repair.
Instruct users to report any equipment or training irregularities to supervisory
personnel immediately.
CAUTION: Do not “high pin” and/or “double pin” a weight stack. This action
is considered to be dangerous to users, by-standers and may damage your STAR
TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment. Aside from the mechanical damage that may
result, such action(s) in part, may cause weight stack to crush or pinch fingers,

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hands and/or extremities. Do not use machine if top plate is elevated and/or
pinned in a raised position. Seek assistance from someone authorized to fix
and/or repair such condition.

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Installation Instructions
SecuringEquipment inInstallation
All STAR TRAC STRENGTHTM equipment MUST be secured to the floor to
stabilize and eliminate rocking or tipping over. This must be performed by a
licensed contractor.
Prior to installation, make sure that each machine is to be set up and operated
on a solid level surface. DO NOT install equipment on an uneven surface
or use on an uneven surface.
NOTE: Use fasteners having a minimum of 500 lbs. tensile capacity (3/8"
grade 2 bolts or better).
NOTE: If legs/frame does not contact surface, DO NOT pull down with
anchors. Shim any leg or frame not in contact with surface using flat
washers.
Figure 1. Example of shimming to stabilize frame.
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Assembly and Operational
Instructions
Abdominal
•No assembly required
To adjust seat height, depress
lever and slide assembly.
Chapter

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Abductor
•No assembly required
Adductor
•No assembly required

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BicepsCurl
•No assembly required
UnilateralBiceps Curl
•No assembly required
To adjust seat height depress
lever and slide assembly.

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Chin/Dip Assist
•No assembly required

13
DeltoidRaise
•No assembly required
To adjust seat height, depress
lever and slide assembly.
RearDeltoid /PecFly
•No assembly required

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To adjust seat pad height,
depress lever and slide
assembly.
GluteMachine
•No assembly required
To adjust waist pad height,
depress lever and slide
assembly.

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InclineChest
•No assembly required
To adjust seat height,
depress lever and slide
assembly.

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KneelingLeg Curl
•No assembly required
LatPull Down
•No assembly required
To adjust Thigh Pad height pull knob and
position pad