Weight Bench Exerciser User's Manual: Caution
Weight Bench Exerciser User's Manual: Caution
Weight Bench Exerciser User's Manual: Caution
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Users Manual
Assembly
Adjustments
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manu-
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
CABLE DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Note: A PART IDENTIFICATION CHART and a PART LIST/EXPLODED DRAWING are attached in the center of
this manual. Remove the PART IDENTIFICATION CHART and PART LIST/EXPLODED DRAWING before begin-
ning assembly.
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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 and all 10. Always make sure that the backrest knob is
warnings on the weight bench before using fully inserted into the backrest frame before
the weight bench. Use the weight bench only exercising.
as described in this manual.
11. Make sure that the cables remain on the pul-
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure leys at all times. If the cables bind as you are
that all users of the weight bench are ade- exercising, stop immediately and make sure
quately informed of all precautions. that the cables are on the pulleys. Replace all
cables at least every two years.
3. The weight bench is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight bench in any 12. Always set both barbell stops at the same
commercial, rental, or institutional setting. height.
4. Keep the weight bench indoors, away from 13 Make sure that the set screws attaching the
moisture and dust. Place the weight bench barbell adapters are properly tightened each
on a level surface, with a mat beneath it to time the adapters are used.
protect the floor or carpet. Make sure that
there is enough clearance around the weight 14. Always place an equal amount of weight on
bench to mount, dismount, and use the each side of the weight carriage or barbell.
weight bench.
15. Always secure the weights with the weight
5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regular- clips when they are mounted on the weight
ly. Replace any worn parts immediately. carriage or barbell.
6. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. 16. Always lower the weight carriage in a con-
trolled manner; never let the weight carriage
7. Keep children under 12 and pets away from drop.
the weight bench at all times.
17. Always remove the lat bar when performing
8. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec- an exercise that does not require the use of
tion while exercising. the lat bar.
9. The weight bench is designed to support a 18. Always move your bench out of the way
maximum user weight of 300 pounds and a when performing an exercise that does not
maximum total weight of 610 pounds. Do not use the bench.
place more than 310 pounds on the barbell.
Do not place more than 150 pounds on the 19. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time while
leg lever or the weight carriage. Note: The exercising, stop immediately and begin cool-
weight bench does not include weights. 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. Sears assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the versatile PROFORM XP reading this manual, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME
300 weight bench. The weight bench is designed to (1-800-469-4663). To help us assist you, please note
help develop every major muscle group of the body. the product model number and serial number before
Whether your goal is to tone your body, build dramatic calling. The model number is 831.15629.0. The serial
muscle size and strength, or improve your cardiovas- number can be found on a decal attached to the
cular system, the weight bench will help you to weight bench (see the front cover of this manual).
achieve the specific results you want.
Before reading further, please review the drawing
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
using the weight bench. If you have questions after labeled.
ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS:
Height: 85 in. / 216 cm
Width: 85 in. / 216 cm
Depth: 48 in. / 122 cm
Lat Bar
Barbell
Right Side
Locking Bar Backrest
Weight Carriage
Curl Pad
Storage Tube
Seat
Curl Knob
Left Side
Row Bar
Note: The terms right side and left side are determined relative to a person sitting on the
bench; they do not correspond to right and left on the drawings in the manual.
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ASSEMBLY
Make sure that there is enough clearance to walk One standard screwdriver
around the weight bench as you assemble it.
One Phillips screwdriver
Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the
Clear tape or masking tape, and soapy water.
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing
materials until assembly is completed. Assembly will be more convenient if you have a
socket set, a set of open-end or closed-end
As you assemble the weight bench, make sure all wrenches, or a set of ratchet wrenches.
parts are oriented as shown in the drawings.
1. 1
Before beginning assembly, make sure you
understand the information in the box
above.
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2. Attach the Bench Foot (15) to the Seat Base (1) 2
with two M4 x 16mm Self-tapping Screws (91)
and two M4 Washers (84).
15 1
84
84
91
1
3
34 77
26
26
26
1
6
5. Attach the Backrest (11) to the Backrest Frame 5
(8) with four M6 x 15mm Button Screws (17).
11
17
8
17
Grease
94 8
22 77
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8. Attach the Seat (12) to the Seat Frame (5) with 8
four M6 x 63mm Button Screws (92) and four M6
Washers (81).
12
81
92 92
14
10
10
14
10. Attach the Curl Pad (13) to the Curl Post (7) with
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two M6 x 15mm Button Screws (17).
13
17
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11. Attach the Left Rack Base (37) to the Center 11
Rack Base (39) with two M10 x 67mm Bolts (86),
an M10 Washer (80), and an M10 Nylon Locknut
(77). Do not tighten the Bolts.
86
Repeat this step with the Right Rack Base (38).
38
80
39
77
37
41 86
77
80
40
13. Attach the Foot Plate (49) and the Rear Rack
Base (40) to the Center Rack Base (39) with two 13
M10 x 63mm Button Bolts (90) and two M10
Nylon Locknuts (77). Do not tighten the
Locknuts. 80 77
40
39
90
49
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14. Insert the M10 x 20mm Bolt (89) into the Weight 14
Carriage (42) from the side shown.
89
Slide the Weight Carriage Stop (58) onto the
Rear Upright (41). Slide the Weight Carriage (42)
onto the Rear Upright.
42
58
41
37
46
9
83 82
83
78
46
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17. Attach a Front Upright (43) to the Right Rack 17
Base (38) with two M10 x 82mm Bolts (85), two 88
M10 Washers (80), and an M10 Nylon Locknut
(77). Do not tighten the Bolts.
77
80
38
85
43 77
77
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20. Orient the Locking Bar (50) as shown. Slide the 20
Barbell (51) through the Left Barbell Guide (52),
the Locking Bar, and the Right Barbell Guide (53). 53
Make sure that the Barbell is centered in the
Barbell Guides. Engage the Locking Bar into the
50
Uprights (43) at the lowest position.
Hole
52
43 51
23. Route the Cable (61) over a Pulley (63) and down 23
through the Top Frame (45). Attach the Pulley
inside the Top Frame with an M10 x 67mm Bolt 63
(86), two M10 Washers (80), two 16mm x 80
12.5mm Spacers (76), and an M10 Nylon Locknut 76
45
(77). 77
61 76
80
86
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24. Route the Cable (61) under a Pulley (63). Attach 24
the Pulley, a Cable Trap (66), and two Half Finger
Guards (65) to the two Pulley Plates (35) with an
M10 x 50mm Bolt (79) and an M10 Nylon Locknut
(77). Make sure that the Cable Trap is oriented 77
61
to hold the Cable in the groove of the Pulley.
63
65
65
35 66 79
35
63
61
77 89
39
13
29. Attach the Cable (61) to the Rear Rack Base (40) 29
with an M10 x 67mm Bolt (86), two M10 Washers 61
(80), and an M10 Nylon Locknut (77). 77 80
40
80
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ADJUSTMENTS
This section explains how to adjust the weight bench. See the EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 18 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 each exercise.
Make sure all parts are properly tightened each time the weight bench is used. Replace any worn parts immediate-
ly. The weight bench can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Do not use solvents.
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Hold the top of the Backrest (11) with one hand and
pull out the Backrest Knob (22). Move the Backrest to
11
the desired position and reengage the Knob into the
Backrest Frame (8).
8
22
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ATTACHING ACCESSORIES
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The other accessories can be attached to the Cables
(61) in the same manner.
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ADDING WEIGHT
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ADJUSTING THE BARBELL STOPS
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Hold the handle on the Barbell Stop Hook (48) and
disengage the Hook from the Front Upright (43).
Move the Barbell Stop (47) to the lowest point you
want the Barbell (51) to go during the exercise.
Reengage the Hook into the Upright. Repeat with the 43
other Barbell Stop. 48
Handle
47
WARNING: Always set both
Barbell Stops (47) at the same height.
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CABLE DIAGRAM
The cable diagram shows the proper routing of the
Cables (61). Use the diagrams to make sure that the
cables and the cable traps have been assembled cor- 2
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rectly. If the cables have not been correctly routed,
the weight bench will not function properly and dam-
age may occur. The numbers show the correct route 1
for each cable. Make sure that the cable traps do
not touch or bind the cables.
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EXERCISE GUIDELINES
THE FOUR BASIC TYPES OF WORKOUTS PERSONALIZING YOUR EXERCISE PROGRAM
Muscle Building Determining the exact length of time for each workout,
To increase the size and strength of your muscles, as well as the number of repetitions or sets completed,
push them close to their maximum capacity. Your mus- is an individual matter. It is important to avoid overdo-
cles will adapt and grow as you progressively increase ing it during the first few months of your exercise pro-
the intensity of your exercise. You can adjust the inten- gram. You should progress at your own pace and be
sity level of an individual exercise in two ways: sensitive to your bodys signals. If you experience pain
by changing the amount of weight used or dizziness at any time while exercising, stop immedi-
by changing the number of repetitions or sets per- ately and begin cooling down. Find out what is wrong
formed. (A repetition is one complete cycle of an before continuing. Remember that adequate rest and a
exercise, such as one sit-up. A set is a series of proper diet are important factors in any exercise pro-
repetitions.) gram.
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Rest for a short period of time after each set. The slowly as you stretch and do not bounce. Ease into
ideal resting periods are: each stretch gradually and go only as far as you can
Rest for three minutes after each set for a muscle without strain. Stretching at the end of each workout
building workout. is an effective way to increase flexibility.
Rest for one minute after each set for a toning work-
out. STAYING MOTIVATED
Rest for 30 seconds after each set for a weight loss
workout. For motivation, keep a record of each workout. List the
Plan to spend the first couple of weeks familiarizing date, the exercises performed, the resistance used,
yourself with the equipment and learning the proper and the numbers of sets and repetitions completed.
form for each exercise. Record your weight and key body measurements at
the end of every month. Remember, the key to achiev-
COOLING DOWN ing the greatest results is to make exercise a regular
and enjoyable part of your everyday life.
End each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching.
Include stretches for both your arms and legs. Move
MUSCLE CHART
O
A. Sternomastoid (neck)
A P B. Pectoralis Major (chest)
L C. Biceps (front of arm)
B Q D. Obliques (waist)
E. Brachioradials (forearm)
C R F. Hip Flexors (upper thigh)
G. Abductor (outer thigh)
D S H. Quadriceps (front of thigh)
E I. Sartorius (front of thigh)
T J. Tibialis Anterior (front of calf)
F M K. Soleus (front of calf)
U
L. Anterior Deltoid (shoulder)
G N M. Rectus Abdominus (stomach)
N. Adductor (inner thigh)
H V O. Trapezius (upper back)
P. Rhomboideus (upper back)
I W Q. Posterior Deltoid (shoulder)
J R. Triceps (back of arm)
X
S. Latissimus Dorsi (mid back)
K T. Spinae Erectors (lower back)
U. Gluteus Medius (hip)
V. Gluteus Maximus (buttocks)
W. Hamstring (back of leg)
X. Gastrocnemius (back of calf)
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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 in the center 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. If
a part is missing, call toll-free 1-888-533-1333.
Note: # indicates a non-illustrated part. Specifications are subject to change without notice. See the back cover of
this manual for information about ordering replacement parts. If a part is missing, call toll-free 1-888-533-1333.
EXPLODED DRAWING AModel No. 831.15629.0 R0905A
69 67 70 18
68 54 56
62 24
68
56
17
53 73
56 16
71 67
62
33
55 54
14 70
25 51
56
50 67
10 68
14 25 14
68
69
25
12 33 16
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14 25 14 67
25 91
10
22 32
25 14 94
21
23 36
20 77
93 11
5
29
84 77
17
6 27 20 81
91 8
81
92 15
19 92 84
2
30 19 91 28
95
28 17
13
31
3
84
91
34 15
77 84
1 31
26
84
15 91
91
7
84
17 84
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EXPLODED DRAWING BModel No. 831.15629.0 R0905A
63 76
80
77 86
87 87
63 80 76
88 77
85 76 63
77 80
80 45
74 76
80 86 80
61 80
86
77 41
44
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67 77 61 77
77 80
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77 80
43 88 77 63
48
70 75 80
67 77 86
4 40
80 86 80 77
59
38 77 80 85
78
77 86
83 82
60 70
9 80
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80 39
85 49
61 46
71
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90 77
43
64 9 83 77
72 37
72
83 88 67
78
70 57 82 47
89 77
65
48
35 67
61 77 66 63 4
42 70 35
65
77 80
57 65
66
58 63
65 79 85
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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 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 state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Part No. 230326 R0905A Printed in China 2005 Sears, Roebuck and Co.