Weider XT20 User manual

Model No. 831.153240
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the space
above for reference.
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.
Serial Number Decal (under seat)
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USER’S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
The decal shown at the right has
been placed on the weight bench in
the indicated location. If the decal is
missing, or if it is not legible, please
call our toll-free HELPLINE at
1-800-736-6879, Monday through
Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central
Time (excluding holidays), to order a
free replacement decal. Apply the
replacement decal in the location
shown.
WEIDER is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.
• Misuse of this product may result in serious
injury.
• Read user’s manual and follow all warnings
and operating instructions prior to use.
• Do not allow children on or around machine.
• Replace label if damaged, illegible, or removed.
WARNING
!

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1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the weight bench. Use the weight
bench only as described in this manual.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the weight bench are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
3. The weight bench is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight bench in any
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
4. Use the weight bench only on a level surface.
Cover the floor beneath the weight bench to
protect the floor.
5. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the weight bench at all times.
7. Inspect and tighten all parts each time you
use the weight bench. Replace any worn
parts immediately.
8. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-
tion while exercising.
9. T
he weight bench is designed to support a
maximum of 560 pounds, including the user
and weights (not included). Do not place
more than 150 pounds on the leg lever.
10. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and begin cooling down.
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. SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions
before using the weight bench.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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Weight Tube
Curl Pad
Backrest
Backrest Knob
Wheel
Leg Lever
Seat
Thank you for selecting the versatile WEIDER®PRO
XT20 weight bench. The PRO XT20 is designed to be
used with your weight set (not included) to help you
develop every major muscle group of the body.
Whether your goal is a shapely figure, dramatic
increase in muscle size and strength, or a healthier
cardiovascular system, the WEIDER®PRO XT20 will
help you achieve the specific results you want.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the WEIDER®PRO XT20 weight bench. If you
have additional questions, please call our toll-free
HELPLINE at 1-800-736-6879, Monday through
Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding
holidays). To help us assist you, please note the prod-
uct model number and serial number before calling.
The model number is 831.153240. The serial number
can be found on a decal attached to the 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

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10mm Spacer (20)
M10 x 65mm Bolt (23)
M8 Nylon Locknut (9)
M8 x 58mm Bolt (16)
M6 Washer (30)
M10 x 180mm Bolt (22)
M8 Flat Washer (13)
M10 Washer (6)
M10 x 22mm Bolt (7) M6 x 16mm Screw (3)
M10 Nylon Locknut (11)
M6 x 64mm Screw (4)
M10 x 45mm Bolt (38)
M10 x 68mm Bolt (39)
M10 x 58mm Carriage Bolt (8)
Refer to the drawings below to identify small parts used in assembly. The number in parentheses below each
drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 14. Note: Some small parts may have
been pre-attached. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-attached.
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART

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1. Press a 50mm Square Inner Cap (1) into the indi-
cated end of the Front Leg (19). Insert a 50mm
Thick Inner Cap (35) into the bottom of the Front
Leg.
Attach the Front Leg (19) to the Bench Frame (5)
using two M10 x 65mm Bolts (23), two M10
Washers (6), and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (11).
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2. Press a 51mm x 76mm Outer Cap (2) onto each
end of the Stabilizer (24). Attach the Stabilizer to
the Bench Frame (5) using two M10 x 58mm
Carriage Bolts (8) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts
(11).
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1
35
23
23
19
5
11
6
5
8
24
2
2
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ASSEMBLY
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.
•As you assemble the weight bench, make sure all
parts are oriented as shown in the drawings.
•For help identifying small parts, use the PART
IDENTIFICATION CHART on page 5.
The following tools (not included) are required
for assembly:
• Two adjustable wrenches
• One rubber mallet
• One standard screwdriver
• One Phillips screwdriver
• Lubricant, such as grease or petroleum jelly.
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 Things Easier for Yourself
Everything in this manual is designed to ensure
that the weight bench can be assembled suc-
cessfully by anyone. Most people find that by
setting aside plenty of time, assembly will go
smoothly.

5. Lubricate an M10 x 180mm Bolt (22). Attach the
Backrest Frame (27) to the Bench Frame (5) using
the Bolt, two M10 Washers (6), and an M10 Nylon
Locknut (11). Slide the Backrest Bracket (34) into
the indicated slot in the Bench Frame. Do not over-
tighten the Nylon Locknut; the Backrest must
be able to pivot freely.
To adjust the position of the Backrest (15), pull the
Backrest Knob (29) outward and move the Backrest
up or down. Slowly release the Backrest Knob,
making sure that the pin on the Backrest Knob is
inserted through one of the holes in the Backrest
Bracket (34).
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3. Press four 25mm x 51mm Inner Caps (28) into the
ends of the Backrest Frame (27). Attach the
Backrest Bracket (34) to the Backrest Frame using
two M10 x 22mm Bolts (7) and two M10 Nylon
Locknuts (11).
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27
34
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28 7
28
6. Attach the Seat (14) to the Bench Frame (5) with
four M6 x 16mm Screws (3). Make sure that the
Seat is turned as shown.
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34
15
22
6
65
11
27
29
14
3
5
4. Attach the Backrest (15) to the Backrest Frame (27)
with four M6 x 64mm Screws (4) and four M6
Washers (30). Make sure that the Backrest is ori-
ented as shown. 15
Wide
End
Wide
End
30
30
4
4
4
27

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7. Press three 45mm Square Inner Caps (17) into the
Leg Lever (18). Press a 25mm Round Inner Cap
(33) into the indicated end of the Weight Tube (21).
Attach the Weight Tube (21) to the Leg Lever (18)
with an M8 x 58mm Bolt (16), two M8 Flat Washers
(13), a 10mm Spacer (20), and an M8 Nylon
Locknut (9). Press an Angled Outer Cap (31) onto
the back end of the Weight Tube.
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17
21
33 17
16
20
13
18
13
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9. Press two 3/4” Round Inner Caps (12) into each of
the three Pad Tubes (25). Slide the Pad Tubes into
the indicated holes in the Front Leg (19) and the
Leg Lever (18).
Slide two Foam Pads (10) onto each Pad Tube (25).
10. Attach the Curl Pad (26) to the Curl Post (32) with
two M6 x 16mm Screws (3). Insert the Curl Post
into the Front Leg (19) and secure it with the Curl
Post Knob (36).
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10
25
25
12
19
18
12
12
26
19
32
3
36
12
10
10
10
10
8. Lubricate an M10 x 68mm Bolt (39). Attach the Leg
Lever (18) to the Front Leg (19) with the Bolt and
an M10 Nylon Locknut (11). Do not overtighten
the Nylon Locknut; the Leg Lever must be able
to pivot freely.
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18
11
19
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11. Make sure all parts are properly tightened
before you use the weight bench. The use of all
remaining parts will be explained in
ADJUSTMENTS, starting on page 9.

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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 guide 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.
REMOVING THE FOAM PADS
For some exercises, the indicated Foam Pads (10) and
Pad Tube (25) should be removed from the Front Leg
(19). To do this, slide one of the Foam Pads off the Pad
Tube, and then remove the Pad Tube.
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ATTACHING THE CURL PAD
For some exercises, the Curl Pad (26) must be
attached to the weight bench.
Insert the Curl Post (32) into the indicated hole in the
Front Leg (19). Align the holes in the Front Leg and the
Curl Post. Secure the Curl Post with the Curl Post Knob
(36). Make sure that you fully tighten the Curl Post
Knob.
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32
26
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WARNING: When the Curl Pad (26) is
not in use, store it away from the bench so it will
not interfere with other exercises.
ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE LEG LEVER
To use the Leg Lever (18), slide the desired amount of
weight (not included) onto the Weight Tube (21).
To use Olympic weights, slide the Weight Adapter (40)
onto the Weight Tube (21). Insert the Weight Adapter
Pin (42) int the Weight Tube.
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21
40
41 42
WARNING: Do not place more than
150 pounds on the Weight Tube (21).
ADJUSTMENTS

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ADJUSTING THE BACKREST
The Backrest (15) can be adjusted to any of five posi-
tions. To adjust the Backrest, pull the Backrest Knob
(29) outward and move the Backrest up or down.
Slowly release the Backrest Knob, making sure the pin
on the Backrest Knob is inserted through one of the
holes in the Backrest Bracket (34).
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34
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WARNING: Make sure the Backrest
Knob (29) is securely inserted into one of the
holes in the Backrest Bracket (34) before putting
any weight on the Backrest (15).