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Model No. 831.150340
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WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER
User’s Manual
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• Assembly
• Adjustments
• Part List and Drawing
CAUTION
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tions in this manual before using
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for future reference. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . .
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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 11. When you are using the leg lever, place a using the weight bench. Use the weight barbell with the same amount of weight on bench only as described in this manual. the weight rests to balance the bench. 2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure 12. Do not use a barbell that is longer than five that
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN ® ® Thank you for selecting the WEIDER PRO 230 weight reading this manual, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME bench. The versatile weight bench is designed to (1-800-469-4663). To help us assist you, please note develop every major muscle group of the body. the product model number and serial number before Whether your goal is a shapely figure, dramatic mus- calling. The model number is 831.150340. The serial cle size and strength, or a healthier cardiovascular number can be found on a decal
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ASSEMBLY • Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the Make Things Easier for Yourself packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. This manual is designed to ensure that the weight bench can be assembled successfully The following tools (not included) are required by anyone. Most people find that by setting for assembly: aside plenty of time, assembly will go smoothly. • Two adjustable wrenches Before beginning assembly, carefully read the • On
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3. Attach the Front Leg (8) to the Frame (2) with two 3 M8 x 43mm Bolts (39), four M8 Washers (16), and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (17). Note: Do not 39 16 tighten the Locknuts yet. 2 16 16 17 8 4. Attach the Frame (2) to the Crossbar (3) with two 4 M8 x 55mm Bolts (18) and two M8 Nylon Locknuts 17 (17). 2 3 18 5. Tap two 30mm Square Inner Caps (22) into the 5 ends of the Leg Lever (4). 4 22 Tap a 25mm Round Inner Cap (24) into the indi- cated end of the weight tube on the Leg Lever (4). Tap the 25m
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8. Tap four 25mm Square Inner Caps (35) into the 8 ends of the two Backrest Tubes (5). 35 Attach the Backrest Tubes (5) to the Backrest (6) 6 with four M6 x 38mm Screws (30) and four M6 Washers (26). Do not tighten the Screws yet. 26 26 5 30 26 35 30 26 9. Tap a 19mm Round Inner Cap (9) into each end 9 of the Support Rod (7). Insert the Support Rod 1 through a set of holes in the Uprights (1). Rotate the Support Rod to the locked position, with the locking pin wrapped around the Upright. 1 9 Lu
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12. Press two Plastic Bushings (14) into the indicated 12 holes in an Upright (1). Attach a Fly Arm (25) to 25 the Upright with an M10 x 120mm Bolt (19) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (33). Make sure the Fly 14 Arm is on the outside of the Fly Arm Stop (15). Do not overtighten the Locknut; the Fly Arm 33 14 must be able to pivot easily. 1 Attach the other Fly Arm (25) to the other Upright (1) in the same manner. 15 25 19 13. Press a 19mm Round Inner Cap (9) into the end 13 of a Short Pad Tube (12). Sl
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ADJUSTMENTS The steps below explain how the weight bench can be adjusted. Refer to 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. The weight bench can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Do not use solvents. ADJUSTING THE BACKREST 1 The Backrest (6) can be used in a declined position, a level position, or three inclined p
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ATTACHING THE CURL PAD 45 For some exercises, the Curl Pad (45) needs to be attached to the weight bench. To do this, remove the 22 30mm Square Inner Cap (22) from the Front Leg (8). Insert the Curl Post (46) into the Front Leg and align 46 an adjustment hole in the Curl Post with the adjust- ment hole in the Front Leg. Secure the Curl Post with Hole the Curl Knob (47). Note: When the Curl Pad (45) is not being used, it Adjustment should be stored away from the weight bench, Hole and the 30mm Sq
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WORKING OUT Rest for a short period of time after each set. The Each workout should include 6 to 10 different exercis- ideal resting periods are: es. Select exercises for every major muscle group, • Rest for three minutes after each set for a muscle emphasizing areas that you want to develop most. To building workout. give balance and variety to your workouts, vary the • Rest for one minute after each set for a toning work- exercises from session to session. out. • Rest for 30 seconds after eac
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PART IDENTIFICATION CHART 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 from the PART LIST in the center of this manual. Important: Some parts may have been pre-assembled for shipping purposes. If a part is missing, call toll-free 1-800-999-3756. M10 x 137mm Bolt (36) M10 x 120mm Bolt (19) M10 x 63mm Bolt (32) M6 Washer (26) M8 x 55mm Bolt (18) M8 Washer (16) M8 x 42mm Carraige Bolt (
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PART LIST—Model No. 831.150340 R0803A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 2 Upright 26 4 M6 Washer 2 1 Frame 27 2 Short Foam Pad 3 1 Crossbar 28 2 Weight Stop 4 1 Leg Lever 29 6 M6 x 16mm Screw 5 2 Backrest Tube 30 4 M6 x 38mm Screw 6 1 Backrest 31 2 5-pound Weight 7 1 Support Rod 32 1 M10 x 63mm Bolt 8 1 Front Leg 33 4 M10 Nylon Locknut 9 8 19mm Round Inner Cap 34 2 M10 Washer 10 2 Long Pad Tube 35 4 25mm Square Inner Cap 11 1 Seat 36 1 M10 x 137mm Bolt 12 2 Short Pad Tube 37 2
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EXPLODED DRAWING—Model No. 831.150340 R0803A 9 35 7 6 5 9 1 26 12 14 5 9 16 22 33 17 30 36 27 34 16 25 26 35 14 15 19 34 28 30 33 24 18 1 21 3 17 22 14 18 45 18 33 2 16 11 18 39 17 22 14 16 15 29 18 16 29 16 12 19 32 29 46 9 21 17 25 22 33 27 24 47 17 8 17 22 28 23 22 41 13 22 42 40 4 24 37 20 43 24 22 9 42 10 24 38 22 9 9 23 31 10 23 44 9
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WARRANTY For 90 days from the date of purchase, if failure occurs due to defect in material or workmanship in this WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER, contact the nearest Sears Service Center throughout the United States and Sears will repair or replace the WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER, free of charge. This warranty does not apply when the WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER is used commercially or for rental purposes. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
