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Model No. 831.150280
Serial No.
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above for future reference.
USER’S MANUAL
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PATENT PENDING
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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Table of Contents Important Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Part Identification Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ass
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Important Precautions WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions before using the weight bench. 1. Read all instructions in this manual before 13. When using the backrest in an inclined posi- using the weight bench. tion, make sure that the support rod is insert- ed completely through both uprights, and 2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that the support rod is turned to the locked that all users of the weight bench are ade- position.
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Before You Begin ® Thank you for selecting the versatile WEIDER 128 at 1-800-736-6879, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. ® Weight Bench. The WEIDER 128 is designed to help until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays). To help you develop every major muscle group of the body. us assist you, please note the product model number Whether your goal is to tone your body, build dramatic and serial number before calling. The model number is muscle size and strength or improve your cardiovascu- 831.15028
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R0998A Part Identification Chart - Model No. 831.150280 This chart is provided to help you identify the small parts used in assembly. The number in parenthesis below each part refers to the key number of the part. The second number refers to the quantity needed for assembly. Important: Some parts may have been pre-assembled for shipping purposes. If you cannot find a part in the parts bags, check to see if it has been pre-assembled. M8 x 57mm Bolt (14)–6 M10 x 19mm Bolt (17)–1 M6 x 38mm Scr
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Assembly ® Before beginning assembly, carefully read the • As you assemble the WEIDER 128, make sure following information and instructions: that all parts are oriented as shown in the draw- ings. ® • Place all parts of the WEIDER 128 in a cleared area and remove the packing materials; do not THE FOLLOWING TOOLS (NOT INCLUDED) ARE dispose of the packing materials until assembly REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY: is completed. • Two (2) adjustable wrenches • Read each assembly step before you begin. • One (
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3. Be sure that the Uprights (1) are oriented as 3 High Side of shown.The high side of the weight rests must be Weight Rests on the side indicated. Attach the Frame (2) to the 1 Crossbar (3) with two M8 x 57mm Bolts (14), two M8 Washers (12) and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (13). 1 12 13 14 12 2 3 14 4. Tap a 30mm Square Inner Cap (22) into each end 4 of the Leg Lever (4). Tap a 1” Round Inner Cap (24) into the indicated 4 end of the weight tube. Tap the 1” Angled Round 22 Cap (20) onto the other end o
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7. Attach one Backrest Tube (5) to the Backrest (6) 7 16 with two M6 x 38mm Screws (16) and two M6 16 26 Washers (26). Attach the other Backrest Tube to 26 the Backrest with one M6 x 38mm Screw and one M6 Washer. Note: Do not tighten the three Screws yet. A fourth M6 x 38mm Screw will be 5 attached at the end of step 8. 16 26 6 8. Tap a 3/4” Round Inner Cap (9) into each end of 8 6 the Support Rod (7). Insert the Support Rod 1 through one of the three sets of holes in the Uprights (1). Rotate th
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Adjusting the Weight Bench The weight bench is designed to be used with your own weight set (not included). The steps below explain how the weight bench can be adjusted. See EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 10 for important exercise information and refer to the accompanying exercise poster to see the correct form for each exercise. Refer also to the exercise information accompanying your weight set (not included) for additional exercises. Inspect and tighten all parts each time you use the weight be
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Exercise Guidelines THE FOUR BASIC TYPES OF WORKOUTS PERSONALIZING YOUR EXERCISE PROGRAM • Muscle Building We have not specified an exact length of time for each workout, or a specific number of repetitions or In order to increase the size and strength of your sets for each exercise. It is very important to avoid muscles, you must push your muscles to a high per- overdoing it during the first few months of your exer- centage of their capacity. You must also progressively cise program, and to pro
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for 3 minutes after each set if you are doing a muscle STAYING MOTIVATED building workout, 1 minute after each set if you are doing a toning workout, and 30 seconds after each set For motivation, keep a record of each workout. The if you are doing a weight loss workout. Plan to spend charts on pages 12 and 13 of this manual can be the first couple of weeks familiarizing yourself with the photocopied and used to schedule and record your equipment and learning the proper form for each exer- worko
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EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS MONDAY Date: / / AEROBIC EXERCISE TUESDAY Date: / / EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS WEDNESDAY Date: / / AEROBIC EXERCISE THURSDAY Date: / / EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS FRIDAY Date: / / Make photocopies of this page for scheduling and recording your workouts. 12
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EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS MONDAY Date: / / AEROBIC EXERCISE TUESDAY Date: / / EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS WEDNESDAY Date: / / AEROBIC EXERCISE THURSDAY Date: / / EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS FRIDAY Date: / / Make photocopies of this page for scheduling and recording your workouts. 13
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R0998A Part List - Model No. 831.150280 Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 2 Upright 15 4 M6 x 16mm Screw 2 1 Frame 16 4 M6 x 38mm Screw 3 1 Crossbar 17 1 M10 x 19mm Bolt 4 1 Leg Lever 18 1 M10 x 63.5mm Bolt 5 2 Backrest Tube 19 1 M10 Nylon Locknut 6 1 Backrest 20 1 1” Angled Round Cap 7 1 Support Rod 21 4 38mm Square Inner Cap 8 1 Front Leg 22 4 30mm Square Inner Cap 9 6 3/4” Round Inner Cap 23 4 Foam Pad 10 2 Pad Tube 24 1 1” Round Inner Cap 11 1 Seat 25 1 M10 Washer 12 6
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R0998A Exploded Drawing - Model No. 831.150280 6 26 1 16 1 12 14 13 26 13 5 12 13 12 16 14 12 3 11 2 14 14 12 21 26 21 15 17 8 9 22 18 7 4 25 19 22 9 23 20 22 9 9 24 23 22 10 9 15
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Ordering Replacement Parts ® The model number and serial number of your WEIDER 128 Weight Bench are listed on a decal attached to the frame. See the front cover of this manual to find the location of the decal. All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or special order when you visit your nearest SEARS Service Center. To request service or to order parts by telephone, call the toll-free QUESTIONS? numbers listed at the left. If you find that: When requesting help or service, or
