Weider PRO 290 W User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT .............................................................. 2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ................................................................ 3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ...................................................................... 4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART .............................................................. 5
ASSEMBLY ............................................................................... 6
ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................... 10
EXERCISE GUIDELINES ................................................................... 12
PART LIST .............................................................................. 14
EXPLODED DRAWING .................................................................... 15
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS .................................................. Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................................. Back Cover
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
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.
Note: The decal(s) may not be shown at actual
size.
hands and
clear of
HSarea.
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iMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
3

BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the WELDER PRO TM 290 W
weight bench. The versatile 290 W weight bench is
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 develop a
healthier cardiovascular system, the weight bench will
help you to achieve the specific results you want.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the weight bench. 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.
Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the labeled parts.
ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS:
Height: 6 ft. (183 cm)
Width: 5 ft. (152 cm)
Depth: 6 ft. (183 cm)
Weight: 200 Ibs. (91 kg) Weight Rest
Barbell
Lat Bal
Lat Tower
Backrest 9st Support
Upright
Leg Lever Seat
Weight Tube Adjustment Knob
4

PART iDENTiFiCATiON CHART
This chart is provided to help you identify the small parts used in assembly, The number in parentheses below
each part refers to the key number of the part from the PART LIST near the end of this manual, Note: Some
small parts may have been preattaehed. If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it has been
preattaehed.
M10 x 137mm Bolt (36)
M10 x 63mm Bolt (32)
M8 x 55mm Bolt (18)
M10 x 50mm Bolt (47)
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M8 Locknut (17)
M10 Locknut (33)
M6 Washer (26)
M8 Washer (16)
.....................
M8 x 43ram Bolt (39) M10 x 19mm Bolt (48) /
M1OWasher (34)
M8 x 42mm Carriage Bolt (37) M6 x 16mm Screw (29)
M6 x 38mm Screw (30)
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ASSEMBLY
Before beginning assembly, carefully read the fol-
lowing information and instructions:
. Assembly requires two people.
.Because of its size, the weight bench should be
assembled in the location where it will be used.
Make sure that there is enough clearance to walk
around the weight bench as you assemble it.
. Place all parts 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 bench, make sure all
parts are oriented as shown in the drawings.
Tighten all parts as you assemble them, unless
instructed to do otherwise.
The included grease and the following tools (not
included) may be required for assembly:
Two adjustable wrenches
One hammer
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.
1.
Orient the Crossbar (3) so that the warning decals
are on top. Attach the Crossbar to an Upright (1)
with two M8 x 55mm Bolts (18), two M8 Washers
(16), and two M8 Locknuts (17); do not tighten
the Locknuts yet.
Attach the Crossbar (3) to the other Upright
(1) in the same way.
3
Warning
Decals
18
18
16
2. Orient the Stabilizer (13) so that the indented
holes are facing the floor. Attach the Front Leg (8)
to the Stabilizer with two M8 x 42ram Carriage
Bolts (37) and two M8 Locknuts (17); do not
tighten the Locknuts yet.
2
17
37
-8
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3. 3
Attach the Front Leg (8) to the Frame (2) with two
M8 x 43mm Bolts (39), four M8 Washers (16),
and two M8 Locknuts (17); do not tighten the
Locknuts yet.
216
17
4, Attach the Frame (2) to the Crossbar (3) with three
M8 x 55ram Bolts (18), two M8 Washers (16), and
three M8 Locknuts (17); do not tighten the
Locknuts yet.
18
18
17
5. Apply some of the included grease to an M10 x
63mm Bolt (32). Attach the Leg Lever (4) to the
Front Leg (8) with the Bolt and an M10 Locknut
(33). Do not overtighten the Locknut; the Leg
Lever must pivot easily.
Grease
6. Insert a Long Pad Tube (10) into a hole in the
Leg Lever (4). Slide two Foam Pads (23) onto the
Long Pad Tube.
Attach the other Long Pad Tube (10) and
Foam Pads (23) in the same way.
23
23
4
10
23
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7, Attach the Backrest Tubes (5) to the Backrest (6)
with four M6 x 38ram Screws (30) and four M6
Washers (26); do not tighten the Screws yet.
,Insert the Backrest Support (7) into a set of holes
in the Uprights (1). Rotate the Backrest Support
to the locked position, with the locking pin
wrapped around the left Upright.
Grease an M10 x 137mm Bolt (36). Attach the
Backrest Tubes (5) to the welded tube on the
Frame (2) with the Bolt, two M10 Washers (34),
and an M10 Locknut (33). Do not overtighten
the Locknut; the Backrest Tubes must pivot
easily.
See steps 1-4. Tighten the M8 Locknuts (17).
See step 7. Tighten the M6 x 38mm Screws (30).
Grease
2
i _--33
Welded 34
Tube
Locking
Pin
g, Attach the Seat (11) to the Frame (2) with four M6
x 16ram Screws (29).
2
29
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10. Attach the Curl Pad (45) to the Curl Post (27) with
two M6 x 16ram Screws (29). 10
45
29
11. Route the Cable (19) through the Lat Tower (14)
and over the Pulley (25). Make sure that the
Cable is under the lat bar rest. Attach the Pulley
inside the Lat Tower with an M10 x 50ram Bolt
(47), two M10 Washers (34), two 10mm Large
Spacers (49), and an M10 Locknut (33).
11 49 Lat Bar
Rest
47
12. Insert an M10 x 19mm Bolt (48) into the bracket
on the Weight Carriage (12).
Slide the Weight Carriage (12) onto the Lat Tower
(14). Make sure that the bracket on the Weight
Carriage and the lat bar rest (see step 11) on
the Lat Tower are on opposite sides of the Lat
Tower. Attach the Cable (19) to the M10 x 19ram
Bolt (48) with an M10 Locknut (33).
12
Brack
13. Insert the Inner Bar (43) into the Outer Bar (40)
and align the indicated holes. Using a hammer,
tap the two Roll Pins (41) into the holes until they
are flush with the Outer Bar.
14. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened
before the weight bench is used. Note: Some
hardware may be left over after assembly is com-
pleted. The use of all remaining parts will be
explained in ADJUSTMENT, starting on page 10.
13
40\\
41
43
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ADJUSTMENT
The steps below explain how the weight bench can be adjusted. See the accompanying exercise guide to see
the correct form for several exercises.
Make sure all parts are properly tightened each time the weight bench is used. Replace any worn parts immediately.
Clean the weight bench with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent; do not use solvents to clean the
weight bench.
ADJUSTING THE BACKREST
The Backrest (6) can be used in a declined position,
a level position, or any of three inclined positions. To
use the Backrest in a declined position, remove the
Backrest Support (7) and lay the Backrest on the
Crossbar (3).
To use the Backrest (6) in a level position or an
inclined position, insert the Backrest Support (7) into
a set of holes in the Uprights (1). Rotate the Backrest
Support to the locked position, with the locking pin
wrapped around the left Upright. Rest the Backrest on
the Backrest Support.
6
7
Locking
Pin
ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE WEIGHT CARRIAGE
OR THE LEG LEVER
To use the Weight Carriage (12), first slide the Weight
Spacers (52) onto the Weight Carriage as shown.
Next, slide the desired Weights (38, 44) onto the
Weight Carriage. Then, slide the two Small Weight
Collars (51) against the Weights, and fully tighten
the Small Weight Collars.
To use the Leg Lever (4), slide the desired Weights
(38, 44) onto the weight tube on the Leg Lever. 51
Weight
Tube
12
52
51
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