Torque Fitness ANKER-3 User manual

ANKER-3 ASSEMBLY GUIDE
VERSION:
ANKER-3-001-150LB/200LB/225LB
PART #: 5777301-B

Important safety instructions:
Important safety instructions for using equipment: Page 3 •
Important safety instructions for assembling equipment: Page 3 •
Obtaining service: Page 3 •
General Notes:
Unpacking equipment: Page 4 •
Tools Required: Page 4 •
Optional equipment: Page 4 •
Assembly tips: Page 4 •
Parts List: Page 5
Assembly Instructions: Pages 6 - 19
Optional attachments: Page 20
Adjustments and Maintenance:
Cable adjustments: Page 18 •
Maintenance: Page 21 •
Resistance Ratio Chart: Page 22 & 23
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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WARNING !
Important safety instructions for using Equipment
There is a risk assumed by the individuals who use this type of equipment. To minimize risk, you must follow these precautions:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNING LABELS COMPLETELY PRIOR TO ANY USE OR ASSEMBLY. Failure to read and follow the safety instructions 1.
and warnings within the Assembly and Maintenance Guide may result in possible serious injury or death. Use this product only for the intended uses
described in the Assembly and Maintenance Guide and exercise booklet. DO NOT modify equipment in anyway. Any use other than as intended or
modification of product will void any and all product warranties.
Consult your physician before starting any exercise program. Warm up properly before engaging in resistance training. Stop exercising and consult a physician 2.
immediately
if you experience dizziness, nausea, faintness, chest pain, shortness of breath or any other abnormal symptoms during use of this equipment.
Certain exercise equipment and/or equipment may not be suitable or appropriate for pregnant women, people with heart conditions, balance impairment or other pre- 3.
existing health problems. Persons with disabilities should consult a physician and obtain medical approval prior to using this product and should only use this product
under close supervision. Failure to comply with these instructions will void any and all product warranties.
Carefully inspect equipment before each use. Replace all parts at the first sign of wear or damage. Tighten all loose connections. Pay special attention to cable ends 4.
and connections. Do not disassemble, remove any parts or components or otherwise attempt to repair this product. DO NOT use product if product appears damaged.
DO NOT attempt to fix a broken or jammed machine, obtain assistance from your authorized Torque Fitness Dealer. Failure to comply with these instructions will
void any and all product warranties.
Keep body and clothing clear of all moving parts. Do not put any foreign on or near this product when in use. Wear comfortable clothing which does not impair freedom 5.
of movement. Do not wear clothing which is too loose and could get caught in moving parts.
Make sure all adjustment spring pins are fully engaged after making an adjustment and before using the product. 6.
Make sure weight stack selector pin is completely inserted into the weight stack before beginning any exercise. 7.
Children and pets must not be allowed near this machine. Supervise teenagers. This product is not a toy. 8.
If unsure of proper use of this product, contact Torque Fitness Customer service at: 763-754-7533 (8:30 am - 5:00 pm CST). or 1-877-TORQUE5 (1-866-664-9894). 9.
[email protected]
Important Safety Instructions for Assembling Equipment
Assistance is required. Torque Fitness recommends using more than one person to assemble this equipment. 1.
This product must be assembled on a flat, level surface to assure its proper function. Locate the unit a few inches from walls or furniture to allow easy access 2.
during assembly and use.
Read each numbered step in Assembly and Maintenance Guide and follow the steps in sequence. Skipping ahead may result in damage to the equipment and 3.
may require components to be disassembled.
Wear proper attire during the assembly process. Do not wear clothing which is too loose or open toed shoes. 4.
Obtaining Service
Do not attempt to service the product yourself except for maintenance tasks described in this manual.
Refer to the Adjustments and Maintenance section at the back of this manual and the included workout booklet for information on product operation and service.
For further information, visit our website at www.torquefitness.com
or contact us at [email protected]
If you call or email customer service, have the model number and serial number(s) available. The location of the model and serial numbers are indicated in the back of this
manual. For future reference, write the model and serial number(s) in the space below.
Model Number:__________________________________________________________
Serial Number(s):________________________________________________________
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GENERAL NOTES
CAUTION: More than one person is required to
assemble this unit. Do not attempt to assemble by
yourself.
Unpacking the Equipment
This product may be packaged and shipped in multiple
boxes. Parts from all of the boxes are required for
various steps during the assembly process.
Carefully open each box and arrange all the parts near
the area where assembly is to take place.
CAUTION:
Use extreme care when cutting plastic tie
wraps and package banding. A wire cutter works best
for protecting yourself and the parts.
CAUTION: Some of the internal boxes may contain
upholstery. Do not use a utility knife to open any
boxes or the pads may be damaged.
The hardware is packed in bags. Carefully open each
bag and sort them per parts list on the next page.
Before starting assembly, identify each part and
hardware item as listed in the parts list on the next
page. If any items are missing, contact Torque Fitness
Customer service at: 763-754-7533 (8:30 am - 5:00 pm
CST). or 1-877-TORQUE5 (1-866-664-9894).
[email protected]
Note: Some items listed in the parts list may already
be pre-installed on the product.
Tools Required
Rubber mallet or hammer •
3/4" Box wrench or adjustable wrench •
9/16" Box wrench or adjustable wrench •
Ratchet with 9/16" socket •
5/16" Allen wrench •
4mm Metric allen wrench •
Wire snips (to cut plastic tie wraps) •
Scissors or utility knife (to cut hardware •
bags)
Step stool or ladder •
Tape measure •
Level •
Power Drill •
1/4" drill bit (Lag screws) •
Optional Equipment
Optional equipment may be available for this product.
Follow the instructions included with the optional
equipment to assemble it to the base product.
Assembly Tips
In a continual effort to improve our •
products, specifications are subject to
change.
A 6" scale is provided at the bottom of •
every page. To correctly measure the
bolts, measure from underneath the bolt
head to the end of the bolt as illustrated
below.
Read all notes on each page before •
beginning that step.
Some of the items shown in the assembly •
steps may already be pre-assembled.
Assembly Tips Continued
Note: Some items have been hidden for •
assembly clarity.
Note: Some pre-assembled parts may •
need to be temporarily removed in order to
complete the step. Follow the instructions
or damage to the product could occur.
Some parts may have extra holes that will •
not be used. Use only the holes depicted
in the instructions.
Certain parts make reference to the right •
and left side of the machine. In order to
determine the left and right side, stand with
your back to the front of the machine.
Provide ample space around the product •
for ease of assembly.
DO NOT fully tighten any connections until •
instructed to do so. This will help insure
that the alignment of all of the parts will be
correct.
Insert all bolts in the direction indicated in •
the instructions. Failure to do so may result
in clearance issues and will degrade the
aesthetics of the product.
Carefully follow instructions for all pivot •
points. In general, primary rotating parts
have connections that should be securely
tightened, while secondary connections
need to be loosen 1/4 turn.

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ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 57721PA PTD ASSY, LOWER FRAME 1
2 57734PA PTD ASSY, UPPER FRAME 1
3 57740PA PTD ASSY, SIDE FRAME 1
4 57776PA PTD ASSY, SIDE FRAME 1
5 5513601 CUSHION, WEIGHT STACK 2
6 5774301 GUIDE ROD, 19 OD X 1953 2
7 5095301 SHAFT COLLAR, GUIDE ROD 2
8 5773901 CABLE ASSY, ANKER 3, LONG 1
9 5773101 CABLE ASSY, ANKER 3, SHORT 2
10 5508801 HOUSING, CABLE COUPLER 4
11 5508901 GROMMET, RUBBER CABLE 4
12 5509001 CORE, CABLE COUPLER 4
13 2003201 CAP SCREW, M5 X 0.8 X 6MM SOCKET HEAD 8
14 5745001 PTD ASSY, DUAL FLTG PULY 2
15 54970PA PTD ASSY, HEAD PLATE PULLEY 1
16 55181PA PTD ASSY, WEIGHT SELECTOR STORAGE PLATE 1
17 2001101 WASHER, FLAT 3/8 SAE ST ZN 8
ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.
18 2031101 SCREW, 3/8" LAG X 2.5"L CLEAR ZINC 8
19 2002601 NUT, 1/2 JAM ST ZN 1
20 2009402
BOLT, 3/8-16 X 3/4" (19mm) ST HT SOCKET HEAD
W/NP
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21 5666401 ASSY, WEIGHT STACK PIN 1
22 5091801 SNAP HOOK, 8MM DIA X 80MM 4
23 5784201 ASSY, LEG BOOT, SHORT 1
24 5324701 ASSY, SHORT STRAP HANDLE 2
25 5774201 ASSY, LONG STRAIGHT STRAP HANDLE 2
26 5794501 ASSY, PHONE HOLDER, 1.5 DIA TUBE 1
27 5790901 STRAP, BATTLE ROPE LOOP 1
28 5500701 LABEL, WEIGHT STACK 1-20 1
29 57097PA PTD ASSY, HEAD PLATE 1
30 57094PA PTD ASSY, 10 LB WEIGHT PLATE SEE NOTE
31 57388PA PTD ASSY, 15 LB WEIGHT PLATE SEE NOTE
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ANKER-PUA-
101-F07
PULL-UP ATTACHMENT - ANKER STRENGTH TRAINER
(BLACK SATIN)
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NOTE:
The ANKER 3 has three weight stack options. 150 LBS, 200 LBS, and 225LBS.
The 150 LB. stack has fourteen 10 LB. plates and a head plate. •
The 200 LB. stack has ten 15 LB. plates, four 10 LB. plates and a head plate. •
The 225 LB. stack has fourteen 15 LB. plates and a head plate. •

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NOTE: Endcaps hidden
for assembly clarity
NOTE:
Position of label
1. ALIGN TAB WITH THE SLOT IN
THE LOWER AND UPPER FRAMES.
AS
2. SECURELY TIGHTEN
PRE-INSTALLED BOLT TO
THE SIDE FRAMES
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SECURELY TIGHTEN bolt connections in this step.
STEP 1

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16 in
WALL STUDS
WALL
FLOORFLOOR
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NOTES:
Locate studs and desired location for mounting.
Carefully tip the unit up to the wall in desired location. Align slots
with the studs and mark drilling locations. Predrill holes as needed
for anchoring.
ANKER-3 is shown being mounted to a typical wall with wood studs
16" on center. For 24" wall studs follow the same steps as shown.
STEP 2

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Level sides before
tightening upper
anchor bolts
WARNING:
THE ANKER-3 MUST BE ANCHORED TO
THE WALL USING EIGHT OR MORE WALL ANCHORS
SUITABLE FOR THAT PARTICULAR WALL CONSTRUCTION.
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NOTES:
The image above shows how to attach the gym to the wall using
wall anchors to a typical wood stud wall. The wall anchors used will
depend on the wall construction.The pull-out strength of the
anchoring hardware used must be equal to or greater than 200 lbs.
(91 kg) each.
NOTE:
Eight or more anchoring locations must be used .
SECURELY tighten all bolt connections in this step.
STEP 3

1
Loosen 1/2 turn
Loosen 1/2 turn
Loosen 1/2 turn
NOTE:
LOOSEN BOLTS 1/2 TURN but do not
remove bolts (8).
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STEP 4
NOTES:
Loosen bolts to prevent damage to wall when loading plates. Carpet
and other soft surfaced flooring may cause movement of the frame
when loading weight plates.

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TEMPORARILY REMOVE
BOLTS, WASHERS, AND NUTS
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STEP 5

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NOTE: POSITION OF
THREADED HOLES
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150 LB OPTION
200 LB OPTION
225 LB OPTION
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STEP 6

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NOTE
Install hardware removed in Step 5.
Lift up on guide rods and insert bolts.
Tighten until hardware doesn't move.
Do not crush tube.
NOTE
Push down the guide rods
and slide collars to the top.
Securely tighten set
screws.
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STEP 7
SECURELY tighten all bolt connections in this step.

Tighten bolts
Tighten bolts
Tighten bolts
NOTE:
SECURELY TIGHTEN bolts (8)
SECURELY tighten all bolt connections in this step and in previous steps.
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STEP 7B

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NOTE:
Discard labels 16-20
NOTE:
Apply the weight stack labels to the
right of the holes on weight plates by
following the installation instructions
printed on the label.
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NOTE:
After weight stack labels have been
applied, use a rubber mallet to carefully
install insert plug of the weight stack
pin into the center hole of the head plate.
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FRONT VIEW
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STEP 8

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AK
1-1/4"
ASSEMBLED VIEW
NOTE:
SECURELY tighten jam nut.
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STEP 9
SECURELY tighten all bolt connections in this step.

AM
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11
13
10
7
TO START:
ROUTE BALL END IN DIRECTION OF
ARROWS.
SEE CAUTIONS
BELOW.
TO END:
ONCE THE CABLE IS ROUTED AS SHOWN,
THE 2ND CABLE END CAN BE ASSEMBLED.
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CABLE END ASSEMBLY
1) SLIDE OVER CABLE END
2) SLIDE OVER CABLE END
3) SLIDE OVER CABLE END
4) ASSEMBLE 48 TO 50
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SECURELY tighten all bolt connections in this step.
STEP 10
CAUTION: When routing cables, make sure that the cables are seated
in the groove of the pulleys and underneath all retaining bolts, pins or
brackets. Failure to do so, may result in damage to cable.

AM
12
11
13
10
AN
TO START:
THREAD JAM NUT ON TO CABLE END.
THREAD CABLE END INTO THE LOWER
FRAME AS SHOWN.
ROUTE CABLE IN DIRECTION OF ARROWS.
SEE CAUTIONS
BELOW.
REPEAT STEPS FOR BOTH SIDES.
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TO END : ASSEMBLE CABLE ENDS AS SHOWN BELOW.
REPEAT STEPS FOR BOTH SIDES.
CABLE END ASSEMBLY
1) SLIDE OVER CABLE END
2) SLIDE OVER CABLE END
3) SLIDE OVER CABLE END
4) ASSEMBLE 48 TO 50
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STEP 11
CAUTION: When routing cables, make sure that the cables are seated
in the groove of the pulleys and underneath all retaining bolts, pins or
brackets. Failure to do so, may result in damage to cable.
SECURELY tighten all bolt connections in this step.

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NOTE:
If there is a gap between the head
plate and first plate, loosen jam nut
and turn threaded end counter
clockwise until the head plate touches
the first plate.
SECURELY tighten jam nut.
To add tension to the cable, turn
the threaded end clockwise.
SECURELY tighten jam nut.
Repeat steps for both cables if
necessary.
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STEP 12

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NOTE:
Magnetic phone holder attachment can
be positioned and adjusted to desired
height and position.
WARNING:
DO NOT DROP WEIGHT STACK
WHEN USING PHONE HOLDER
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STEP 13 (ACCESSORIES)

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Flanged Spacer (2)
3/8" Flat Washer (2)
3/8 x 1-3/4" Bolt (2)
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STEP 14 (OPTIONAL PULL UP ATTACHMENT)
NOTE: Mounting hardware is included with the attachment
being assembled.
SECURELY tighten all bolt connections in this step.