Weider 144 English Manual - Page 10

Using the Weight Bench 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 poster to see the correct form for each exercise. Refer also to the exercise information accompanying your weight set (not included) for additional exercises. Inspect and tighten all parts each time you use the weight bench. 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 The Backrest (6) can be used in a level position, two inclined positions, or a declined position. To use the Backrest in a level position, first lift the Backrest. Insert the Support Tube (7) into the lowest set of adjustment 1 brackets on the Uprights (1, 15). Lay the Backrest Tubes (5) on the Support Tube. 7 5 To use the Backrest (6) in an inclined position, first lift the 6 Backrest. Insert the Support Tube (7) into one of the two upper sets of adjustment brackets on the Uprights (1, 15). Lay the Backrest Tubes (5) on the Support Tube. To use the Backrest (6) in a declined position, lift the Backrest and remove the Support Tube. Lay the Backrest Tubes (5) on the Crossbar (3). 15 3 ADJUSTING THE WEIGHT RESTS To adjust the Weight Rests (16), remove the Large Threaded Knobs (20) from the Uprights (1, 15). Move the Weight Rests to the desired height and replace the Large Threaded Knobs. 16 WARNING: Always set both Weight Rests (16) at the same height. The Large 20 Threaded Knobs (20) must be inserted through both the Weight Rests and the Uprights and firm- 1 ly tightened. Never tighten the Knobs into the Uprights and then set the Weight Rests in the Uprights on top of the Knobs. 16 20 15 ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE LEG LEVER Note: Remove the curl upright or the lat tower before using the Leg lever (4) (see page 11). To use the Leg Lever, slide the desired weights (not included) onto the 4 weight tube. Secure the weights with a Spring Clip (45, not shown). WARNING: Do not place more than 50 pounds on the Leg Lever (4) for normal use. Weight Tube 10