Weider WEBE36790 User manual

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Model No. WEBE36790
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Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before
using this equipment. Save this
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USERÕS MANUAL
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Warning Decal Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Important Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Part Identification Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Adjusting the Weight Bench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Exercise Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Part List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Exploded Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Ordering Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Table of Contents
The decal shown below has been placed on the weight bench. If the decal is missing, or if it is not legi-
ble, please call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6
a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays), to order a replacement decal. Apply the replace-
ment decal to the location shown.
Warning Decal Placement

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To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important
precautions before using the weight bench.
WARNING:
Important Precautions
1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the weight bench.
2. Use the weight bench only as described in
this manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the weight bench are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
4. Use the weight bench only on a level surface.
Cover the floor beneath the weight bench for
protection.
5. Inspect and tighten all parts each time you
use the weight bench. Replace any worn
parts immediately.
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the weight bench at all times.
7. Always use an equal amount of weight on
each side of the barbell (not included).
8. Do not use a barbell (not included) that is
longer than five feet with the weight bench.
9. When you are using the leg lever, place a
barbell (not included) with the same amount
of weight on the weight rests to balance the
bench.
10. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-
tion while exercising.
11. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
12. The weight bench is designed to support a
maximum of 360 pounds, including the user,
a weight bar, and weights. Do not place more
than 110 pounds, including a barbell and
weights, on the weight rests; do not place
more than 50 pounds on the leg lever for
normal use; the leg lever can support 100
pounds when stationary (See #16).
13. When using the backrest in an inclined posi-
tion, make sure that the support tube is fully
seated in the adjustment brackets on the
uprights.
14. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time while
exercising, stop immediately and begin cool-
ing down.
15. The weight bench is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight bench in any
commercial, rental or institutional setting.
16. When using the dip handles, always place
100 pounds on the leg lever to balance the
weight bench.
17. When you are changing weights, always
secure the barbell with the barbell hooks to
prevent it from falling off the bench.
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
instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage
sustained by or through the use of this product.

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Thank you for selecting the versatile WEIDER¨146
Weight Bench. The WEIDER¨146 is designed to help
you develop every major muscle group of the body.
Whether your goal is a shapely figure, dramatic mus-
cle size and strength or a healthier cardiovascular sys-
tem, the 146 Weight Bench will help you achieve the
specific results you want.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the WEIDER¨146 Weight Bench. If you have
additional questions, please call our Customer Service
Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday
through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time
(excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please
note the product model number and serial number
before calling. The model number is WEBE36790. The
serial number can be found on a decal attached to the
WEIDER¨146 Weight Bench (see the front cover of
this manual).
Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.
Before You Begin
Backrest
Support Tube
Weight Rests
Seat
Weight Tube
Leg Lever
Dip Handle
Uprights
Foam Pads
Curl Pad
Barbell Hook
Large Threaded Knob

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Part Identification Chart - Model No. WEBE36790 R0699A
M10 x 130mm Bolt (9)Ñ1
M10 x 70mm Bolt (26)Ñ5
M8 x 40mm Bolt (25)Ñ8
M8 x 16mm Bolt (23)Ñ3
M6 x 16mm Screw (42)Ñ2
M10 Washer (22)Ñ4
M8 Nylon Locknut (33)Ñ7
M8 Washer (20)Ñ18
M10 Nylon Locknut (21)Ñ6
M8 x 60mm Bolt (37)Ñ2
M8 x 55mm Bolt (27)Ñ2
M8 x 51mm Bolt (39)Ñ1
11mm x 10.5mm Spacer (38)Ð2

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1. Before assembling this product, make sure you
have read and understand the information in the
box above.
Attach the Crossbar (3) to the Left Upright (1) with
two M10 x 70mm Bolts (26), a Support Plate (40) and
two M10 Nylon Locknuts (21). The Upright must be
oriented as shown.
Attach the Crossbar (3) to the Right Upright (16) in
the same manner.
Do not tighten the Nylon Locknuts yet.
2. Attach the Front Leg (8) to the Frame (2) with three
M8 x 16mm Bolts (23) and three M8 Washers (20).
Do not tighten the Bolts yet.
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2
Before beginning assembly, carefully read the
following information and instructions:
¥Assembly requires two people.
¥Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing
materials until assembly is completed.
¥Tighten all parts as you assemble them, unless
instructed to do otherwise.
¥For help identifying the small parts, use the PART
IDENTIFICATION CHART on page 5.
¥As you assemble the weight bench, make sure all
parts are oriented as shown in the drawings.
The following tools (not included) are required
for assembly:
¥ Two (2) adjustable wrenches
¥ One (1) rubber mallet
¥ One (1) standard screwdriver
¥ One (1) phillips screwdriver
¥ Lubricant, such as grease or petroleum jelly
plus soapy water.
Assembly will be more convenient if you have the
following tools: A socket set, a set of open-end or
closed-end wrenches or a set of ratchet wrenches.
Assembly
Make Things Easier for Yourself!
Everything in this manual is designed to ensure
that the assembly of our products can be com-
pleted successfully by anyone. However, it is
important to recognize that your new equipment
is a sophisticated product with many small parts
and consequently, the assembly process will
take time. Most people find that by setting aside
plenty of time, and by deciding to make the task
enjoyable, assembly will go smoothly.
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26
21
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40
40
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20
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3. Attach the Frame (2) to the Crossbar (3) with two M8
x 55mm Bolts (27) and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (33).
Tighten the Nylon Locknuts (23 and 33) and the
Bolts (23) used in steps 1Ð3 now.
4. Attach a Dip Handle (24) to one of the Weight Rests
(19) with an M8 x 60mm Bolt (37), an 11mm x
10.5mm Spacer (38), two M8 Washers (20) and an
M8 Nylon Locknut (33). Slide a Handgrip (12) onto
the Dip Handle. Press a 25.4mm Round Inner Cap
(17) into the end of the Dip Handle.
Attach the other Dip Handle (24) to the other Weight
Rest (19) in the same manner.
Attach the Left Barbell Hook (28) to the Weight Rest
(19) with an M8 Washer (20) and an M8 Nylon
Locknut (33). The Barbell Hook must be oriented
as shown. Attach the Right Barbell Hook (30) to the
other Weight Rest (19) in the same manner. Do not
tighten the Nylon Locknuts; the Barbell Hooks
must be easy to turn.
6. Tap a 38mm Square Inner Cap (15) into each end of
the Leg Lever (4).
Tap a 25.4mm Round Inner Cap (17) into each end of
the weight tube (B).
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6
33
27
2
27
3
5. Press a 50mm Square Bushing (18) onto each
Upright (1, 16) and tap them in place with a rubber
mallet.
Slide a Weight Rest (19) into the Left Upright (1).
Align one of the adjustment holes in the Weight Rest
with the adjustment hole in the Upright. Tighten the
Large Threaded Knob (32) into the adjustment hole in
the Upright.
Attach the other Weight Rest (19) to the Right Upright
(16) in the same manner.
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32
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19
18
32
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19
15
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17
B
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38
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10. Press a 1Ó Square Inner Cap (13) into each end of
the Support Tube (7). Set the Support Tube into the
highest set of adjustment brackets (D) on the
Uprights (1, 16).
Lubricate the M10 x 130mm Bolt (9). Attach the
Backrest Tubes (5) to the Frame (2) with the Bolt, two
M10 Washers (22) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (21).
Do not overtighten the Nylon Locknut.
Rest the Backrest (6) on the Support Tube (7).
Tighten the four Bolts (25) used in step 9.
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16
22
21
13
7
D
13
6
1
5
22
9
2
Lubricate
8. Press two 19mm Round Inner Caps (14) into each
Short Pad Tube (10). Press two 19mm Round Inner
Caps into the Long Pad Tube (35).
Insert the Short Pad Tubes (10) into the holes in the
Leg Lever (4). Slide two Foam Pads (34) onto each
Pad Tube.
Insert the Long Pad Tube (35) into the holes in the
bracket (C) on the Front Leg (8). Slide a Foam Pad
(34) onto each end of the Long Pad Tube.
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34
14
14
34
34
14
35
10
34
4
8
14
C
9. Press a 1Ó Square Inner Cap (13) into the indicated
end of each Backrest Tube (5).
Attach each Backrest Tube (5) to the Backrest (6)
with two M8 x 40mm Bolts (25) and two M8 Washers
(20). The indicated holes in the Backrest Tubes
must be oriented as shown.
Do not tighten the four Bolts yet.
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20
25
5
20
25
Holes
7. Lubricate the M10 x 70mm Bolt (26). Attach the Leg
Lever (4) to the bracket (C) on the Front Leg (8) with
the Bolt, two M10 Washers (22) and an M10 Nylon
Locknut (21). Do not tighten the Nylon Locknut;
the Leg Lever must be easy to turn.
Attach the Leg Lever Lock (36) to the Front Leg (8)
with an M8 x 51mm Bolt (39), an M8 Washer (20) and
an M8 Nylon Locknut (33). Do not tighten the Nylon
Locknut; the Leg Lever Lock must be easy to
turn.
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22
33
4
C
22
Lubricate
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12. Attach the Curl Pad (41) to the Curl Upright (29) with
two M6 x 16mm Screws (42).
Slide the Curl Upright (29) into the Front Leg (8).
Align one of the adjustment holes in the Curl Upright
with the adjustment hole in the Front Leg. Tighten the
Small Threaded Knob (31) into the adjustment hole in
the Front Leg.
Make sure all parts are properly tightened before
using the weight bench. The use of all remaining
parts will be explained in Adjusting the Weight
Bench beginning below.
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11. Press a 1Ó Square Inner Cap (13) into each end of
the seat support brackets on the Frame (2).
Attach the Seat (11) to the seat support brackets on
the Frame (2) with four M8 x 40mm Bolts (25) and
four M8 Washers (20).
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20
13
25
20
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This section explains how to adjust the weight bench. See the EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 11 for impor-
tant information on how to get the most benefit from your exercise program. Also, refer to the accompanying
exercise poster to see the correct form for each exercise.
Inspect and tighten all parts each time you use the weight bench. Replace any worn parts immediately. The
weight bench can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Do not use solvents.
Adjusting the Weight Bench
ADJUSTING THE BACKREST
The Backrest (6) can be used in a level position, an
inclined position or a declined position.
To use the Backrest in a level position, first lift the
Backrest. Insert the Support Tube (7) into the lowest set
of adjustment brackets (D) in the Uprights (1, 16). Lay
the Backrest Tubes (5) on the Support Tube.
To use the Backrest (6) in an inclined position, first lift
the Backrest. Insert the Support Tube (7) into one of the
two upper sets of adjustment brackets (D) in the Uprights
(1, 16). Lay the Backrest Tubes (5) on the Support Tube.
To use the Backrest (6) in a declined position, lift the
Backrest and remove the Support Tube. Lay the Backrest
Tubes on the Crossbar (3).
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ADJUSTING THE WEIGHT RESTS/DIP HANDLES
To adjust the Weight Rests (19), remove the Large
Threaded Knobs (32) from the Uprights (1, 16). Move the
Weight Rests to the desired height. Replace the Large
Threaded Knobs.
ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE LEG LEVER
To use the Leg Lever (4), slide the desired weights (not
included) onto the weight tube (E).
WARNING: Do not place more than 50 pounds on
the Leg Lever for normal use.
WARNING: When using the dip handles, always
place 100 pounds on the leg lever to balance the
weight bench.
WARNING: Do not place more than 100 pounds on
the leg lever.
WARNING: The Weight Rests must be set to the
same height.
WARNING: When using the dip handles, always
place 100 pounds on the leg lever to balance the
weight bench.
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16
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E
ATTACHING THE CURL POST
For some exercises, the Curl Post (29) must be attached
to the weight bench.
Insert the Curl Post (29) into the indicated hole in the
Front Leg (8). Align the holes in the Front Leg and the
Curl Post. Secure the Curl Post with the Small Threaded
Knob (31). Make sure that you fully tighten the
Threaded Knob.
When the Curl Post (29) is not in use, store it away from
the weight bench so that it does not interfere with your
exercise program.
LOCKING THE LEG LEVER
Some exercises, such as sit-ups, can be performed more
comfortably with the Leg Lever (4) locked.
To lock the Leg Lever (4), turn the Leg Lever Lock (36)
until it engages the Short Pad Tube (10).
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