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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 PART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions before using the weight bench. 10. The weight bench is designed to support a 1. Read all instructions in this manual before using the weight bench. Use the weight bench only as described in this manual. maximum user weight of 300 lbs. (136 kg) and a maximum total weight of 510 lbs. (231 kg). Do not place more than 210 lbs. (95 kg), including the barbell, on the weight rests.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the versatile PROFORM G 580 weight bench. The weight bench offers a selection of exercise stations designed to develop every major muscle group of the body. Whether your goal is to tone your body, build dramatic muscle size and strength, or improve your cardiovascular system, the weight bench will help you to achieve the specific results you want. reading this manual, please call the phone number on the front cover of this manual.
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART See the drawings below to identify small parts used in assembly. The number in parentheses by each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 14. Note: Some small parts may have been preattached. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-attached.
ASSEMBLY • As you assemble the weight bench, make sure all parts are oriented as shown in the drawings. Make Assembly Easier Everything in this manual is designed to ensure that the weight bench can be assembled successfully by anyone. However, it is important to realize that the versatile weight bench has many parts and that the assembly process will take time. Most people find that by setting aside plenty of time, assembly will go smoothly.
3. Identify the Left Upright (4), which has a “G580” decal in the indicated location. 3 34 44 Press a Rear Base Foot (15) and a Front Base Foot (13) onto the Left Upright (4) as shown. 44 Remove the Upright Knob (21) from the Left Upright (4). Rotate the Weight Rest (6) to the position shown. Fully tighten the Upright Knob into the Left Upright and the Weight Rest. 26 6 21 Attach a Locking Pin (26) to the Weight Rest (6) with two M8 Plastic Washers (44) and an M8 Nylon Locknut (34).
5. Attach the Frame (1) to the Crossbar (2) with an M10 x 78mm Button Bolt (48) and an M10 Nylon Locknut (37). Next, fully tighten a Curl Knob (24) into the Frame. Make sure that the Button Bolt is inserted through the indicated hole in the Frame. 5 6 48 24 Tighten the M8 and M10 Nylon Locknuts (34, 37) used in steps 1–5. Do not overtighten the Nylon Locknuts used in step 4; overtightening them may make it difficult to raise and lower the Weight Rests (6). 37 1 2 Hole 6.
8. Insert the Adjustment Bracket (8) through the Frame (1) as shown. Apply a small amount of the included grease to an M10 x 168mm Button Bolt (45). Attach the Backrest Frames (9) to the Frame (1) with the Button Bolt, two M10 Washers (49), and an M10 Nylon Locknut (37). Do not overtighten the Nylon Locknut; the Backrest Frames must pivot easily. 8 Insert a Backrest Knob (25) into the Frame (1) and the Adjustment Bracket (8).
ADJUSTMENTS This section explains how to adjust the weight bench. See the EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 12 for important 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 immediately. The weight bench can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Do not use solvents.
ATTACHING THE CURL POST Insert the Curl Post (7) into the Front Leg (3) and align the holes in the Front Leg and the Curl Post. Secure the Curl Post with a Curl Knob (24). Make sure that you fully tighten the Curl Knob. 24 7 3 STORING THE WEIGHT BENCH To store the weight bench, first lay the Backrest (11) flat (see ADJUSTING THE BACKREST on page 10). Next, remove the indicated Curl Knob (24). Then, lift the Frame (1) to the position shown and tighten the Curl Knob into the indicated hole.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES THE FOUR BASIC TYPES OF WORKOUTS PERSONALIZING YOUR EXERCISE PROGRAM Muscle Building To increase the size and strength of your muscles, push them close to their maximum capacity. Your muscles will continually adapt and grow as you progressively increase the intensity of your exercise. You can adjust the intensity level of an individual exercise in two ways: • by changing the amount of weight used • by changing the number of repetitions or sets performed.
slowly as you stretch and do not bounce. Ease into each stretch gradually and go only as far as you can without strain. Stretching at the end of each workout is an effective way to increase flexibility. 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 workout. • Rest for 30 seconds after each set for a weight loss workout.
PART LIST—Model No. PFEVBE1836.0 Key No. Qty. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 2 2 1 2 2 4 2 Description Key No. Qty.
EXPLODED DRAWING—Model No. PFEVBE1836.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to give the following information: • the MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFEVBE1836.0) • the NAME of the product (PROFORM G 580 weight bench) • the SERIAL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (see the front cover of this manual) • the KEY NUMBER AND DESCRIPTION of the part(s) (see the PART LIST and the EXPLODED DRAWING on pages 14 and 15) Part No.