Caution read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manu- al for future reference. Patent pending model no. 831.150312 serial no. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial number decal (under seat) sears, roebuck and co., hoffm...
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3 warning: to reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau- tions before using the weight bench. 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 ...
4 backrest weight rests upright adjustment knob seat leg lever weight tube backrest bracket curl bar storage tube curl pad thank you for selecting the versatile weider ® pro 240 weight bench. The weight bench offers an impres- sive array of weight stations designed to develop every major muscle grou...
5 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 on page 14 of this manual. Important: some parts may have been pre-assembled for shipping purposes. If you cannot find a ...
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, u...
7 3. Attach the right upright (7) to the right crossbar extension (5) with four m10 x 91mm bolts (38), two joint plates (18), and four m10 nylon locknuts (48). Do not tighten the locknuts yet. Repeat this step with the left upright (not shown). 4. Attach the front leg (2) to the bench frame (1) with...
8. Insert the backrest bracket (10) into the slot in the bench frame (1). Lubricate an m10 x 168mm bolt (41) with grease. Attach the backrest tubes (12) to the bench frame (1) with the bolt and an m10 nylon locknut (48). Do not overtighten the locknut; the backrest tubes must be able to pivot easily...
13. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the weight bench. The use of all remaining parts will be explained in adjust- ments, beginning on the following page. 9 9. Attach the backrest (13) to the backrest tubes (12) with four m6 x 40mm bolts (40) and four m6 washers (50). A...
10 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 12 for important exercise information and refer to the accompanying exercise guide to see the correct form for each exerci...
11 adjusting the bench width to adjust the width of the bench to use either a mid- width barbell or an olympic barbell, remove the indi- cated m10 nylon locknuts (48) and m10 x 86mm bolts (not shown) from the crossbar extensions (5). Refer to assembly step 1 for instructions on how to reassemble the...
12 exercise guidelines the four basic types of workouts muscle building to increase the size and strength of your muscles, push them close to their maximum capacity. Your mus- cles will continually adapt and grow as you progres- sively increase the intensity of your exercise. You can adjust the inte...
13 rest for a short period of time after each set. The ideal resting periods are: • rest for three minutes after each set for a muscle building workout. • rest for one minute after each set for a toning work- out. • rest for 30 seconds after each set for a weight loss workout. Plan to spend the firs...
14 key no. Qty. Description key no. Qty. Description 1 1 bench frame 2 1 front leg 3 1 leg lever 4 1 crossbar 5 2 crossbar extension 6 2 crossbar cap 7 1 right upright 8 1 left upright 9 2 weight rest 10 1 backrest bracket 11 1 curl post 12 2 backrest tube 13 1 backrest 14 1 seat 15 1 curl pad 16 1 ...
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Part no. 221567 r1204a printed in china © 2004 sears, roebuck and co. Full 90 day 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...
