Weider Club 8980 W User manual

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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
PARTIDENTIFICATIONCHART ..............................................................5
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................6
AD USTMENT ...........................................................................17
CABLEDIAGRAM.........................................................................20
WEIGHTRESISTANCECHART..............................................................20
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................21
PARTLIST ..............................................................................25
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................26
ORDERINGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LIMITEDWARRANTY..............................................................BackCover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
This drawing shows the location(s) of the
warning decal(s). If a decal is missing
or illegible, call the telephone number
on the front cover of this manual and
request a free replacement decal.
Apply the decal in the location shown.
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1. Before beginning any exercise program, con-
sult your physician. This is especially impor-
tant for persons over the age of 35 or per-
sons with pre-existing health problems.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the weight system are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
3. The weight system is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight system in any
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
4. eep the weight system indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Place the weight system
on a level surface, with a mat beneath it to
protect the floor or carpet. Make sure that
there is enough clearance around the weight
system to mount, dismount, and use the
weight system.
5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regular-
ly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
6. eep children under age 12 and pets away
from the weight system at all times.
7. eep hands and feet away from moving parts.
8. Make sure that the cables remain on the pul-
leys at all times. If the cables bind as you are
exercising, stop immediately and make sure
that the cables are on the pulleys. Replace all
cables at least every two years.
9. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-
tion while exercising.
10. Always stand on the base plate when per-
forming an exercise that could cause the
weight system to tip.
11. The weight system is designed to support a
maximum user weight of 300 lbs. (136 kg).
12. The weight system is designed to be used
only with the included weight. Do not use the
weight system with dumbbells or any other
type of weight to increase the resistance.
13. Always move the seat frame out of the way
when performing squat exercises.
14. Never release the ankle strap, leg lever, squat
bar, leg press, curl bar, or handles while
weights are raised; the weights will fall with
great force.
15. Do not use the weight system with the top
weight pinned in an elevated position.
16. Always secure the weight stack with the lock
pin and lock after exercising to prevent unau-
thorized use of the weight system (see
LOC ING THE WEIGHT STAC on page 19).
17. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and begin cooling down.
18. Use the weight system only as described in
this manual.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on the weight system before using the weight system.
ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the
use of this product.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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Pulley Housing
Pull-up Handle
Shroud
VKR Frame
Handle
Weight Stack
Right Side
Left Side
Note: The terms “right side” and “left side”
are determined relative to a person sitting on
the bench; they do not correspond to right
and left on the drawings in the manual.
Backrest
Swivel Arm
Leg Lever
Seat
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the versatile WEIDER CLUB™
8980 W weight system. The weight system offers a
selection of weight stations designed to develop every
major muscle group of the body. Whether your goal is
to tone your body, build dramatic muscle size and
strength, or improve your cardiovascular system, the
weight system will help you to achieve the specific
results you want.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the weight system. If you have questions after
reading this manual, please see the front cover of this
manual. To help us assist you, note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number and the location of the serial number
decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.
To avoid a registration fee for any service needed
under warranty, you must register the weight sys-
tem at www.weiderservice.com/registration.
Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.
Curl Pad
ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS:
Height: 6 ft. 10 in. (208 cm)
Width: 8 ft. 9 in. (267 cm)
Depth: 7 ft. 10 in. (239 cm)
Weight Pin

M6 Washer (78)
M8 Washer (72)
M10 x 45mm Bolt (65)
M6 x 140mm Screw (79)
M8 x 76mm Carriage Bolt (59)
M10 x 25mm Screw (58)
M4 x 40mm Screw (46)
M8 x 45mm Bolt (57)
M10 x 71mm Bolt (67)
M10 x 48mm Bolt (62)
M6 x 87mm Screw (68)
M8 x 89mm Bolt (64)
M8 x 115mm Bolt (76)
M6 x 25mm Screw (60)
M10 Locknut (73)
M10 Washer (71)
M8 Locknut (74)
M4 x 64mm Screw (81)
M4 x 16mm Screw (70)
M10 x 53mm Button Bolt (61)
M10 x 64mm Button Bolt (75)
M10 Split Washer (98)
M6 x 73mm Screw (103)
M4 x 5mm Screw (69)
M10 x 50mm Button Bolt (80)
M10 x 80mm Button Bolt (97)
M10 x 168mm Button Bolt (99)
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART
Refer to the drawings below to identify small parts used in assembly. The number in parentheses by each draw-
ing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST in the center of this manual. Note: Some small parts
may have been preattached. If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preattached.
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ASSEMBLY
Before beginning assembly, carefully read the
following information and instructions:
• To hire an authorized service technician to
assemble the weight system in your home, call
1-800-445-2480.
• Assembly requires two persons.
• Because of its weight and size, the weight sys-
tem should be assembled in the location where it
will be used. Make sure that there is enough
clearance to walk around the weight system as
you assemble it.
• Place all parts of the weight system in a cleared
area and remove the packing materials. Do not
dispose of the packing materials until assembly is
completed.
• For help identifying small parts, use the PART
IDENTIFICATION CHART on page 5.
• As you assemble the weight system, make sure
all parts are oriented as shown in the drawings.
• Tighten all parts as you assemble them, unless
instructed to do otherwise.
• Assembly requires the following tools:
the included hex key(s)
two adjustable wrenches
one rubber mallet
one standard screwdriver
one Phillips screwdriver
Assembly will be more convenient if you have a
socket set, a set of open-end or closed-end
wrenches, or a set of ratchet wrenches.
Make Assembly Easier
Everything in this manual is designed to ensure
that the weight system can be assembled suc-
cessfully by almost anyone. By setting aside
plenty of time, assembly will go smoothly.
1.
Attach the Rear Stabilizer (5) to the Base (1) with
two M8 x 76mm Carriage Bolts (59) and two M8
Locknuts (74).
See the inset drawing. Press the two Base Caps
(38) onto the Base (1).
1
1
1
559
74
38
38
74
Before beginning assembly, make sure that
you understand the information in the box
above.

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2. Press the 110mm Round Inner Cap (42) into the
Upright (3).
Set the Upright (3) on the Base (1). Have a sec-
ond person hold the Upright until this step is com-
pleted.
Attach the Upright (3) to the Base (1) with three
M8 x 45mm Bolts (57), three M8 Locknuts (74),
and four M10 x 25mm Screws (58).
3. Attach the Base Plate (2) to the Base (1) with four
M4 x 40mm Screws (46) and two M4 x 64mm
Screws (81).
2
3
42
58
58
57
57
74
74 1
3
1
81
81
46
2
46
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4. Insert the Weight Selector (11) into a Weight (17).
Make sure that the side of the Weight Selector
with the dimpled holes is facing the indicated
slot in the Weight. Make sure that the indicat-
ed slot in the Weight is oriented as shown.
Center the Roll Pin (54) in the indicated hole in
the Weight Selector. Note: The Roll Pin must be
below the Weight.
5. Orient the two Weight Guides (10) with the indi-
cated holes closer to the bottom (see the inset
drawing).
Insert the two Weight Guides (10) into the holes
in the Base (1). Attach the Weight Guides with
two M8 x 115mm Bolts (76), four M8 Washers
(72), two 38mm Spacers (48), and two M8
Locknuts (74).
Slide the two Weight Bumpers (50) onto the
Weight Guides (10). Next, slide eleven Weights
(17), one at a time, onto the Weight Guides.
Make sure that the indicated slot in each
Weight is oriented as shown. Then, slide the
Weight Selector (11) and Weight (17) onto the
Weight Guides.
4
11
54
17
Slot
510
17
Slot
Holes
17
50
74
72
1
48
72
76
11
10
Dimpled Holes

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6. Slide three M6 Washers (78) onto three M6 x
140mm Screws (79), and insert the Screws into
the Upright (3) through the indicated holes.
Orient the VKR Bumper (95) with the wide end on
top. Attach the VKR Bumper to the Upright (3)
with two M4 x 16mm Screws (70).
Attach the VKR Pin (101) to the Upright (3) with
an M4 x 16mm Screw (70).
Set the Shroud (13) onto the Base (1). Attach the
Bottom Cover (14) and the Shroud to the Base
with two M4 x 16mm Screws (70).
7. Grease the M10 x 168mm Button Bolt (99).
Attach the VKR Frame (82) to the Upright (3) with
the Button Bolt and an M10 Locknut (73). Do not
overtighten the Locknut; the V R Frame must
pivot easily.
Engage the VKR Pin (101) into the VKR Frame
(82) and the Upright (3).
6
79
313
14 70
1
70
78
79
78
70
Wide
End
95
70
101
7
73 82
3
Grease
99
101

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8. Slide the Top Frame (4) onto the Weight Guides
(10). Attach the Top Frame to the Weight Guides
with two M8 x 89mm Bolts (64), four M8 Washers
(72), two 25mm Spacers (47), and two M8
Locknuts (74). Do not tighten the Locknuts yet.
Attach the Top Frame (4) to the Upright (3) with
four M10 x 25mm Screws (58). Do not tighten
the Screws yet.
Attach the Top Cover (15) to the Shroud (13) and
Top Frame (4) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (70).
Tighten the two M8 Locknuts (74) and the four
M10 x 25mm Screws (58).
9. Slide a Pull-up Cap (39) onto a Pull-up Handle
(96). Insert the Pull-up Handle into the Top Frame
(4) and press the Pull-up Cap onto the Top
Frame.
Attach the Pull-up Handle (96) to the Top Frame
(4) with two M10 x 80mm Button Bolts (97), two
M10 Washers (71), two M10 Split Washers (98),
and two M10 Locknuts (73).
Repeat this step with the other Pull-up Handle
(96).
10. Attach an Eyehook (66) to the Top Frame (4) with
an M8 Washer (72) and an M8 Locknut (74). Do
not overtighten the Locknut; the Eyehook
must rotate freely.
Repeat this step with the other Eyehook (66).
864
72
47
72
74
4
58
13
10
58
370
70
15
9
96 39
4
97
71
73
73
98
96
10
66
66
72
74
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13. Attach a 2 3/4" Pulley (23) to the left Press Arm
(8) with an M10 x 53mm Button Bolt (61), two
M10 Washers (71), two 5mm Spacers (25), two
Guards (27), and an M10 Locknut (73). See the
inset drawing. Orient the Guards and the
Pulley as shown. Make sure that the Press
Arm Cable (30) is in the groove of the Pulley.
12. Attach a V-pulley (22) to a Swivel Arm (16) with
an M10 x 64mm Button Bolt (75), two M10
Washers (71), two 5mm Spacers (25), and an
M10 Locknut (73). Make sure that the Press
Arm Cable (30) is routed under the indicated
welded rods.
12
30
25
25
75
16
71 71
Welded
Rod
Welded
Rod
73
22
13
30
27
27
25
25 8
23
73
71
71
61
27 27
23
11. Attach the Press Arm (8) without the wire to the
Upright (3) with four M10 x 25mm Screws (58).
Remove the M4 x 5mm Screw (69) and the
Swivel Arm (16). Route the Press Arm Cable (30)
through the Swivel Arm and the Press Arm (8) as
shown.
Reattach the Swivel Arm (16) to the Press Arm
(8) with the M4 x 5mm Screw (69).
11
8
3
58
58
69
30
16

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16. Wrap the Press Arm Cable (30) under a 3 1/2"
Pulley (24). Attach the Pulley, a Cable Trap (28),
and two Half Guards (26) to the Weight Selector
(11) with an M10 x 48mm Bolt (62) and an M10
Locknut (73) at the indicated hole. Make sure
that the Half Guards are oriented as shown
and are on the outside of the Weight Selector.
Make sure that the Cable Trap is oriented to
hold the Cable in the groove of the Pulley.
16
30
26
28
73
62
26 24
14. Wrap the Press Arm Cable (30) over a 3 1/2"
Pulley (24) and route the Cable through the Top
Cover (15) as shown.
Attach the 3 1/2" Pulley (24) and a Cable Trap
(28) to the Top Frame (4) with an M10 x 45mm
Bolt (65) and an M10 Locknut (73). Make sure
that the Cable Trap is oriented to hold the
Press Arm Cable (30) in the groove of the
Pulley.
14
28
24
30
73
65
15
4
15. Wrap the Press Arm Cable (30) over a 3 1/2"
Pulley (24). Attach the Pulley and a Cable Trap
(28) to the Top Frame (4) with an M10 x 45mm
Bolt (65) and an M10 Locknut (73). Make sure
that the Cable Trap is oriented to hold the
Cable in the groove of the Pulley.
15
65
30
4
28
24
73
17. Wrap the Press Arm Cable (30) over a 3 1/2"
Pulley (24). Attach the Pulley and a Cable Trap
(28) to the Top Frame (4) with an M10 x 45mm
Bolt (65) and an M10 Locknut (73). Make sure
that the Cable Trap is oriented to hold the
Cable in the groove of the Pulley.
17
65
73
24 4
28
30
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18. Route the Press Arm Cable (30) through the Top
Cover (15).
Wrap the Press Arm Cable (30) over a 3 1/2"
Pulley (24). Attach the Pulley and a Cable Trap
(28) to the Top Frame (4) with an M10 x 45mm
Bolt (65) and an M10 Locknut (73). Make sure
that the Cable Trap is oriented to hold the
Cable in the groove of the Pulley.
18
4
73
24 30 15
28
65
19. Attach the Press Arm (8) with the wire to the
Upright (3) with four M10 x 25mm Screws (58).
Remove the M4 x 5mm Screw (69) and the
Swivel Arm (16).
Using the wire that is inserted into the Press Arm
(8), route the Press Arm Cable (30) through the
Press Arm as shown. Then, route the Cable
through the Swivel Arm (16).
Reattach the Swivel Arm (16) to the Press Arm
(8) with the M4 x 5mm Screw (69).
19
58
69
16
8
3
58
30
20. Attach a 2 3/4" Pulley (23) to the right Press Arm
(8) with an M10 x 53mm Button Bolt (61), two
M10 Washers (71), two 5mm Spacers (25), two
Guards (27), and an M10 Locknut (73). See the
inset drawing. Orient the Guards and Pulley
as shown. Make sure that the Press Arm
Cable (30) is in the groove of the Pulley.
20
30
71
71
61
8
25
27
23 27
25 27 27
23
73

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21. Make sure that the Press Arm Cable (30) is
routed under the indicated welded rods.
Attach a V-pulley (22) to the Swivel Arm (16) with
an M10 x 64mm Button Bolt (75), two M10
Washers (71), two 5mm Spacers (25), and an
M10 Locknut (73).
21
75
71
16
71
73
25
25
30 22
Welded
Rods
22. Attach the Backrest (18) and the Backrest Base
(88) to the Upright (3) with the two M6 x 25mm
Screws (60) and the indicated M6 x 140mm
Screw (79).
22
79
60 60
18
3
88
23. Attach the Headrest (90) and the Headrest Base
(89) to the Upright (3) with the two indicated M6 x
140mm Screws (79).
23
90
89
3
79
24. Attach the Seat (19) and the Seat Base (91) to
the Seat Frame (6) with two M6 x 25mm Screws
(60), an M6 x 87mm Screw (68), and an M6
Washer (78).
Hook the Seat Frame (6) onto the Upright (3) at
the indicated location.
24 19
6
68
91
78 60
3

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25. Attach the Bumper (49) to the Leg Lever (7) with
an M4 x 16mm Screw (70).
Apply grease to an M10 x 71mm Bolt (67). Attach
the Leg Lever (7) to the Seat Frame (6) with the
Bolt and an M10 Locknut (73). Do not overtight-
en the Bolt; the Leg Lever must be able to
pivot easily.
25
6
73
67
Grease
770
49
26. Slide two Foam Pads (21) onto the tubes on the
Seat Frame (6).
Insert a Pad Tube (20) into the hole in the Leg
Lever (7). Slide two Foam Pads (21) onto the Pad
Tube.
27. Slide an Arm Pad Base (83) and an Arm Pad (84)
onto the VKR Frame (82). Attach the Arm Pad
Base and the Arm Pad to the Frame with two M6
x 73mm Screws (103) and two M6 Washers (78).
Repeat this step on the other side of the V R
Frame (82).
26
21
21
20 21
21
7
6
27
84
83
78
82
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28. Attach the Curl Pad (87) and the Curl Pad Base
(86) to the Curl Post (85) with two M6 x 25mm
Screws (60).
29. Make sure that all parts have been properly
tightened before the weight system is used.
28 87
86
85
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This section explains how to adjust the weight system. See the EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 21 for
important information about how to get the most benefit from your exercise program. Also, refer to the accom-
panying exercise guide to see the correct form for several exercises.
Make sure that all parts are properly tightened each time the weight system is used. Replace any worn parts
immediately. The weight system can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent; do not
use solvents to clean the weight system.
ATTACHING THE PULLEY HOUSINGS
To use a high pulley, slide the hook on the Pulley
Housing (32) onto an Eyehook (66) on the Top Frame
(4). Attach the end of the Extension Cable (31) without
the ball to the end of the Press Arm Cable (30) with a
Cable Clip (37). Attach the other Pulley Housing in
the same way.
See the inset drawing A. To use the leg lever (not
shown), hook the Pulley Housings (32) to the hooks
on the Upright (3).
See the inset drawing B. To use the curl bar (not
shown), hook the Pulley Housings (32) to the hook in
the center of the Base (1). Attach the end of the
Extension Cable (31) without the ball to the end of the
Press Arm Cable (30) with two Cable Clips (37).
See the inset drawing C. To use the squat bar (not
shown), hook the Pulley Housings (32) to the hooks
on the sides of the Base (1). Note: To use the squat
bar, you must first remove the seat frame from the
upright (see ADJUSTING THE SEAT FRAME
HEIGHT on page 18).
Remove the Pulley Housings (32) when not in use.
32
66 4
32
31
37
30
ADJUSTMENT
32
C
1
32
B
1
32
A3
37
ATTACHING THE HANDLES
To attach a Handle (33), first attach the pulley housings
to the weight system (see ATTACHING THE PULLEY
HOUSINGS above). Then, attach the Handle to an
Extension Cable (31) with a Cable Clip (37). The
Handles can be attached to the Press Arm Cable
(30) in the same way.
The Ankle Strap (not shown) or Squat Bar (not shown)
can be attached to an Extension Cable (31) in the
same way. For some exercises an Extension Strap (not
shown) should be attached between the Extension
Cable and the accessory with two Cable Clips (37).
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ADJUSTING THE SEAT FRAME HEIGHT
To adjust the height of the Seat Frame (6), or to
remove it for exercising with the squat bar, unhook
the Seat Frame from the indicated brackets on the
Upright (3). Hook it onto the other bracket or set it
aside.
6
3
Brackets
ATTACHING THE CURL PAD
To use the Curl Pad (87), first remove the 51mm
Round Inner Cap (41) from the Seat Frame (6). Then,
secure the Curl Post (85) inside the Seat Frame with
the Curl Knob (100).
When the Curl Pad (87) is not being used, reinsert the
51mm Round Inner Cap (41) into the Seat Frame (6).
87
85
100
6
41
ATTACHING THE CURL BAR
To use the Curl Bar (104), first attach the curl pad to
the seat frame (see ATTACHING THE CURL PAD
above). Then, with the pulley housings attached to the
base (see ATTACHING THE PULLEY HOUSINGS on
page 17), attach the Extension Cables (31) to the Leg
Lever (7) with Cable Clips (37). Finally, attach the Curl
Bar to the Leg Lever.
104
7
37
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ADJUSTING THE V R FRAME
To adjust the VKR Frame (82), remove the VKR Pin
(101) from the Frame and the Upright (3). Move the
Frame down to use the Frame to exercise, or up to
the stored position. Reengage the VKR Pin into the
Frame and the Upright.
3
101
82
55
17
CHANGING THE WEIGHT SETTING
To change the setting of the weight stack, insert the
Weight Pin (55) under the desired Weight (17). Insert
the Weight Pin until the bent end touches the weight
stack, and then turn the bent end downward.
See the WEIGHT RESISTANCE CHART on page 20
for the resistance for each station.
53
52
10
Hole
LOC ING THE WEIGHT STAC
To lock the weight stack, insert the Lock Pin (53) into
the indicated hole in a Weight Guide (10). Insert the
Lock (52) through the hole in the Weight Pin and
close the Lock.
107
37
37
37
731
31
ATTACHING THE LEG LEVER
To use the Leg Lever (7), first attach the seat to the
weight system (see AD USTING THE SEAT FRAME
HEIGHT on page 18). Then, attach the pulley hous-
ings to the upright (see ATTACHING THE PULLEY
HOUSINGS on page 17). Finally, attach the Extension
Cables (31) to the Chain (107) with two Cable Clips
(37) and attach the Chain to the Leg Lever with anoth-
er Cable Clip. Note: For less resistance, the Leg
Lever can be used with only one Extension Cable
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The cable diagram shows the proper routing of
the Press Arm Cable (30). Use the diagram to
make sure that the Cable has been assembled
correctly. If the Cable has not been correctly
routed, the weight system will not function prop-
erly and damage may occur. The numbers show
the correct route for the Cable.
CABLE DIAGRAM
1
2
3
Press Arm Cable (30)
4
6
5
7
8
9
WEIGHT RESISTANCE CHART
The chart below shows the approximate weight resistance for the 12.5 lb. weights. The weight resistance shown
is for each arm. Note: The actual weight resistance at each station may vary due to differences in individ-
ual weights as well as friction between the cables, pulleys, and weight guides.
WEIGHT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
RESISTANCE 14 23 32 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 102 110