Weider Pro 180 User manual

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Model No. WEBE09200

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)

USER’S MANUAL

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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

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

The decal shown at the

right has been placed on

the weight bench. If the

decal is missing or illegi-

ble, call our Customer

Service Department toll-

free at 1-800-999-3756,

Monday through Friday, 6

a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain

Time, 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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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. Make sure that all parts are properly tight-

ened each time you use the weight bench.

Replace any worn parts immediately.

6. Keep children under 12 and pets away from

the weight bench at all times.

7. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.

8. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-

tion while exercising.

9. The weight bench is designed to support a

maximum of 550 pounds, including the user

and weights. Do not place more than 150

pounds on the leg lever for normal use. Note:

The weight bench does not include a barbell

or weights.

10. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time while

exercising, stop immediately and begin cool-

ing 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. ICON 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

Curl Pad

Backrest

Bench Frame

Adjustment Tubes

Leg Lever

Weight Tube

Seat

Thank you for selecting the versatile WEIDER®PRO

180 weight bench. The WEIDER®PRO 180 is

designed to help you develop every major muscle

group of the body. Whether your goal is a shapely fig-

ure, dramatic increase in muscle size and strength, or

a healthier cardiovascular system, the WEIDER®PRO

180 will help you achieve the specific results you want.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before

using the WEIDER®PRO 180 weight bench. If you

have additional questions, please call our Customer

Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756,

Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain

Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you,

please note the product model number and serial

number before calling. The model number is

WEBE09200. 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

M10 Nylon Locknut (27)

10mm Spacer (38)

M8 Nylon Locknut (28)

M10 x 58mm Carriage Bolt (34)

M6 x 38mm Screw (35)

M6 Washer (36)

M6 x 16mm Screw (32)

M8 Washer (29)

M10 Washer (30)

M8 x 58mm Bolt (37)

M10 x 178mm Bolt (31)

M10 x 68mm Bolt (40)

M10 x 65mm Bolt (33)

PART IDENTIFICATION CHART

Refer to the drawings below to identify small parts used in assembly. The number in parentheses by each draw-

ing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 14 of this manual. 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.

1. Before beginning assembly, make sure you

understand the information in the box above.

Important: Some of the parts described in the

assembly steps may be pre-assembled.

Press a 50mm Square Outer Cap (22) onto each

end of the “U” Base (11).

Attach the Bench Leg (8) to the “U” Base (11) using

two M10 x 58mm Carriage Bolts (34) and two M10

Nylon Locknuts (27).

2. Attach the Bench Frame (4) to the Bench Leg (8)

using two M10 x 65mm Bolts (33), two M10

Washers (30), and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (27).

Before beginning assembly, carefully read the

following information and instructions:

•Assembly requires two people.

•For help identifying small parts, use the PART

IDENTIFICATION CHART on page 5.

•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.

•Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the

packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing

materials until assembly is completed.

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,

and soapy water.

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

This manual is designed to ensure that the

weight bench can be assembled successfully

by anyone. Most people find that by setting

aside plenty of time, assembly will go smoothly.

ASSEMBLY

6. Lubricate the M10 x 178mm Bolt (31). Attach the

Backrest Frames (1, 2) to the Bench Frame (4) with

the Bolt, two M10 Washers (30), and an M10 Nylon

Locknut (27).

Secure the Backrest (3) in place by inserting the

Backrest Pin (16) through one of the sets of holes

in the Backrest Frames (1, 2) and through the hole

in the Bench Frame (4). Make sure the Backrest

Pin is completely inserted through both

Backrest Frames.

5. Press the four 1” Square Inner Caps (18) into the

ends of the Right and Left Backrest Frames (1, 2).

Press the two 1” x 2” Inner Caps (19) into the

adjustment tubes of the Backrest Frames.

Attach the Backrest (3) to the Backrest Frames (1,

2) with four M6 x 38mm Screws (35) and four M6

Washers (36). The Backrest Frames and the

Backrest must be oriented as shown.

4. Press two Weight Adapter Bushings (15) into the

ends of the Weight Adapter (14).

Press three 45mm Square Inner Caps (20) into the

Leg Lever (9). Press a 1” Round Inner Cap (24) into

the indicated end of the Weight Tube (10). Insert

the Weight Tube into the Leg Lever and press an

Angled Cap (25) onto the other end of the Weight

Tube. Secure the Weight Tube using an M8 x

58mm Bolt (37), two M8 Washers (29), a 10mm

Spacer (38), and an M8 Nylon Locknut (28).

Lubricate an M10 x 68mm Bolt (40). Attach the Leg

Lever (9) to the bracket on the Bench Leg (8) with

the Bolt and an M10 Nylon Locknut (27). Do not

overtighten the Nylon Locknut; the Leg Lever

must pivot freely.

427

14 15

18 18

Wide End

30 27

3. Press a 51mm x 76mm Outer Cap (21) onto each

end of the Bench Base (12).

Attach the Bench Base (12) to the Bench Frame (4)

using two M10 x 58mm Carriage Bolts (34) and two

M10 Nylon Locknuts (27).

7. With the wide end of the Seat (5) positioned as

shown, attach the Seat to the brackets on the Bench

Frame (4) using four M6 x 16mm Screws (32).

9. Attach the Curl Pad (7) to the Curl Post (6) with two

M6 x 16mm Screws (32).

Slide the Curl Post (6) into the Bench Leg (8). Align

one of the adjustment holes in the Curl Post with

the adjustment hole in the Bench Leg. Tighten the

Adjustment Knob (39) into the holes in the Curl

Post and the Bench Leg. Make sure you fully

tighten the Adjustment Knob.

Wide End

8. Tap the six 3/4” Round Inner Caps (23) into the

ends of the three Pad Tubes (13).

Insert the Pad Tubes (13) into the indicated holes in

the Leg Lever (9) and the Bench Leg (8). Slide two

Foam Pads (17) onto each Pad Tube.

10. Make sure all parts of the weight bench are properly tightened. The use of all remaining parts will be

explained in ADJUSTMENTS, beginning on the following page.

This section explains how to adjust the weight bench. See the EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 11 for impor-

tant information about how to get the most benefit from your exercise program. Also, refer to the accompanying

exercise guide to see the correct form for several exercises.

Make sure all parts are properly tightened each time you use the weight bench. Replace any worn parts immedi-

ately. The weight bench can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Do not use sol-

vents.

ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE LEG LEVER

To use the Leg Lever (9), slide the desired amount of

weight (not included) onto the Weight Tube (10).

To use Olympic weights, slide the Weight Adapter (14)

onto the Weight Tube (10) and secure it with the Weight

Adapter Pin (26).

14 10

Weight

WARNING: Do not place more than

150 pounds on the Leg Lever (9).

ADJUSTING THE BACKREST

The Backrest (3) can be used in a decline position, a

level position, or either of two incline positions. To

adjust the Backrest to the decline position, remove the

Backrest Pin (16) and insert it through the top set of

holes in the Backrest Frames (1, 2) and the Bench

Frame (4).

To adjust the Backrest (3) to the level position, insert

the Backrest Pin (16) through the next set of holes in

the Backrest Frames (1, 2) and the Bench Frame (4).

To adjust the Backrest (3) to an incline position, insert

the Backrest Pin (16) through one of the lower two sets

of holes in the Backrest Frames (1, 2) and the Bench

Frame (4).

WARNING: When adjusting the posi-

tion of the Backrest (3), make sure that the

Backrest Pin (16) is fully inserted through both

Backrest Frames (1, 2) and the hole in the Bench

Frame (4).

REMOVING THE PAD TUBE

For certain exercises, the indicated Pad Tube (13) and

Foam Pads (17) must be removed. To do this, slide one

of the Foam Pads off the Pad Tube, and then pull the

Pad Tube out of the indicated hole in the Bench Leg (8).

ADJUSTMENTS

REMOVING THE CURL POST

When the Curl Pad (7) is not in use, it should be stored

away from the weight bench so that it will not interfere

with other exercises. To remove the Curl Pad, loosen

the Adjustment Knob (39) and slide the Curl Pad out of

the Bench Leg (8).

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