Weider Pro 208 Bench English Manual - Page 11

Adjusting The Weight Bench

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FOLDING THE BACKREST To perform squat exercises, you will need to fold the Backrest (23) to the upright position. 23 To fold the Backrest (23), lift and pull it forward as far as it will go. It will be held in place by its own weight. WARNING: Always fold the backrest out of the way when performing squat exercises. Do not sit on the seat when the backrest is folded. ADJUSTING THE WEIGHT BENCH FOR SQUAT EXERCISES To perform squat or toe raise exercises, fold the Backrest (23) to the upright position as described above. Remove the Adjustment Tube (12). Move the Weight Rests (11) to one of the highest positions (see ADJUSTING THE WEIGHT RESTS earlier in this section). Make sure the Weight Rests have been turned around as shown. WARNING: Always place 50 pounds on the leg lever to balance the bench when performing squat exercises. 23 WARNING: Always fold the backrest out of the way when performing squat exercises. WARNING: Do not stand with your back to the weight bench when performing squat exercises. You should be able to see the weight rests while exercising so that you can safely return the Barbell (not included) when you finish the exercise. ADJUSTING THE LEG SUPPORT PADS The Long Pad Tube (16) with Foam Pads (18) is mounted in the bracket (F) on the Front Leg (4). It can be placed in two different positions. To move the leg support, pull off one of the Foam Pads (18). Pull the Pad Tube (16) with the remaining Foam Pad out of the bracket. Insert the Pad Tube in the other hole and press the Foam Pad back into place. Note: The bracket (F) on the Front Leg (4) may have three adjustment holes on your particular weight bench. 11 11 11 25 12 F 4 16 18

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ADJUSTING THE WEIGHT BENCH FOR
SQUAT EXERCISES
To perform squat or toe raise exercises, fold the Backrest
(23) to the upright position as described above.
Remove the Adjustment Tube (12).
Move the Weight Rests (11) to one of the highest posi-
tions (see ADJUSTING THE WEIGHT RESTS earlier in
this section).
Make sure the Weight Rests have been turned around
as shown.
WARNING: Always place 50 pounds on the leg
lever to balance the bench when performing squat
exercises.
WARNING: Always fold the backrest out of the way
when performing squat exercises.
WARNING: Do not stand with your back to the
weight bench when performing squat exercises.
You should be able to see the weight rests while
exercising so that you can safely return the Barbell
(not included) when you finish the exercise.
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12
11
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ADJUSTING THE LEG SUPPORT PADS
The Long Pad Tube (16) with Foam Pads (18) is mounted
in the bracket (F) on the Front Leg (4). It can be placed in
two different positions.
To move the leg support, pull off one of the Foam Pads
(18). Pull the Pad Tube (16) with the remaining Foam Pad
out of the bracket. Insert the Pad Tube in the other hole
and press the Foam Pad back into place.
Note:The bracket (F) on the Front Leg (4) may have three
adjustment holes on your particular weight bench.
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16
4
F
FOLDING THE BACKREST
To perform squat exercises, you will need to fold the
Backrest (23) to the upright position.
To fold the Backrest (23), lift and pull it forward as far as it
will go. It will be held in place by its own weight.
WARNING: Always fold the backrest out of the way
when performing squat exercises. Do not sit on the
seat when the backrest is folded.
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