EFI POWER TOWER, TOTAL GYM POWER TOWER Owner's Manual

TOTAL GYM®POWER TOWERTMOWNER’S GUIDE

OWNER’S GUIDE TOTAL GYM

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©2005, efi Corporation.

CONGRATULATIONS

Thank you for purchasing Total Gym®PowerTower™. We welcome you as a
valued customer and trust your PowerTower will provide you with unsurpassed
convenience and versatility year after year.

Functional exercise equipment from efi Sports Medicine has set the standard for
physical rehabilitation, athletic training and sports performance training for more
than three decades.

Now, PowerTower adds the dynamic dimension of electrical power.
It allows:

• Unrestricted movement through all three planes of motion

• Proprioceptive training in every movement

• Recruitment of the core automatically

• Unloaded, early closed-chain exercise in a functional environment

• Calibrated, incremental increases and decreases in load

PowerTower enables you to fine-tune clients’ exercise regimens. Resistance is
adjustable during an exercise in progress with the press of a switch. The client
remains on the glideboard as you raise or lower the level of resistance.

As a result, your clients experience fewer transitions and more cohesive exercise
sessions. Plus, adjusting the resistance level is effortless.

Your PowerTower arrives with very little required in the way of assembly. Simply
follow this Guide and in minutes your PowerTower will be operational.

In this Guide you will find tips about PowerTower and its
component parts, operation, maintenance and care. Additionally,
you will find safety tips and precautions to help ensure your
safety and the safety of your patients and clients. Your Guide also
includes warranty information. Please save this Owner's Guide and
refer to it in the future.

If you have any questions about PowerTower or if you need service,
please contact us. Our goal is to provide you with the premier
training tool for functional exercise, and we stand ready to assist
you every step of the way.

Sincerely,

Tom Campanaro,
President/CEO

efi Sports Medicine
7755 Arjons Drive
San Diego, CA 92126

U.S.A. area code [phone]
800 541 4900 toll-free inside U.S.A.
[e-mail]

CAUTION: As with any exercise program, participants should consult a physician before starting a workout on PowerTower. Changes or modifications to this PowerTower may void the
warranty and may violate U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. Weight Capacity: PowerTower is rated at a maximum user weight capacity of 350 lbs [160 kg].
Additional weights with a weight bar can be applied to the glideboard. Do not exceed 650 lbs [295 kg] of weight-bearing on the PowerTower.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Parts Identifier..............................................................................................................................................................................................2

Box and Hardware Packet Contents..............................................................................................................................................................3

Warnings ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................4

Fuse Replacement ........................................................................................................................................................................................4

Grounding Instructions ................................................................................................................................................................................5

FCC Rules..............................................................................................................................................................................................................6

Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................................................................6

Parts Assembly..........................................................................................................................................................................................7-8

Installing LAT Bars ..................................................................................................................................................................................9-13

Adjusting LAT Bars......................................................................................................................................................................................14

Folding Platfor

m ........................................................................................................................................................................................15

Telescoping Squat Stand ............................................................................................................................................................................16

Pulley Locator Brackets ..............................................................................................................................................................................16

Rail Lock & Screw (optional) ......................................................................................................................................................................16

Folding Foot Holder ....................................................................................................................................................................................17

Adjusting the Rail Handle ..........................................................................................................................................................................18

Folding and Storage ..............................................................................................................................................................................19-22

Getting Started......................................................................................................................................................................................23-24

Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................................................................................................25

Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................................................................................26

Maintenance and Care................................................................................................................................................................................27

Reading Resistance Chart ..........................................................................................................................................................................27

Resistance Chart ........................................................................................................................................................................................28

W

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ranty Infor

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PARTS IDENTIFIER - POWER TOWER

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INSET 2.

A. Tower
B.

Lateral Adjustable T

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(LAT) bars

C.

Pulley Locator Brackets
D. Dynamic Arm Pulley System
E. Folding Foot Holder
E1. Upper Foot Pad Assembly

E2. Lower Foot Pad Assembly
F. Glideboard “D” Ring
G.

Glideboard
H. Telescoping Squat Stand
I. Folding Platform
J.

Lower Rail Base
K. Lower Rails

L. Glideboard Wheel Housing
M. Support Strut Knob
N.

Support Strut
O. Emergency Stop Touchpad
P. Tower Base
Q.

T

ranspor

t Wheels

R. Electric DC Motor

S. Power Cord
T. On/Off Switch
U.

Handles
V. Rail Lock
W. Center Rail Crossbar
X.

Upper Rails
Y. Tower Crossbar

Z. Tower Slot
ZX. Safety Key
ZY

. Up/Down Switch

A

B

C (see INSET 1)

D

E(see INSET 2)

E1

E2

F(see INSET 3)

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INSET 3.

G

H

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J

K

L

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N

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P

Q

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R(on back of Tower; see INSET 4)

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S(on back of Tower; see INSET 5)

^

T(on back of Tower; see INSET 5)

^

^

ZX (see INSET 8)

^

Z

W

(on back of Tower; see INSET 6)

^

V(on back of Rail; see INSET 6)

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U

X

INSET 1.

C

F

INSET 4. (SIDE VIEW)

R

T

INSET 5. (BACK SIDE VIEW)

S

INSET 6.

W

Y

INSET 7. (SIDE VIEW)

INSET 8. (BACK TOP VIEW)

ZY

When parts are referenced
throughout this guide,
corresponding letters from
this PARTS IDENTIFIER page
are also listed. For example,
when “Tower” appears within
this guide, (A) will appear
behind “Tower” as a cue to refer
back to this page if needed.

V

Y (see INSET 7)

^

ZX

^

ZY (see INSET 8)

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PARTS ASSEMBLY - POWER TOWER

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Your PowerTowerTMarrives with some assembly required. Enclosed in your PowerTowerTMboxes you will find:

HARDWARE PACKET CONTENTS

AA. Tower, Rail &

Glideboard Assembly

BOX CONTENTS

BB. LAT Bars & Arm Pulley

Cable Assembly

CC. Folding Platform DD. Telescoping Squat Stand

EE. Empty Spacer Box FF. One Hardware Packet Box

NN. Handles (2)MM. PowerTower Owner’s Guide (1)LL. Quick Links (2)

JJ. Socket Head Screws (2)II. Chrome Washers (2)HH. Bronze Washers (4)GG. Wrenches (2)

Wrench handle
is a hex key.

OO. Safety Key (1)

KK. Rail Lock Screw (1)

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR
POWER TOWER

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Your PowerTowerTMis an electrically powered
device. When using an electrical appliance,
basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THE POWER TOWER

DANGER

– to reduce the risk of electric shock,
always unplug the PowerTower from the
electrical outlet immediately after using and
before cleaning.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. Inspect the PowerTower before each use
to ensure proper operation. Do not use
this equipment unless all moving parts
are working properly.

2. The PowerTower should never be left
unattended when plugged in. Unplug
from outlet when not in use, and before
putting on or taking off parts.

3. Keep the area near the base of the
Tower (A) clear to allow air flow into the
motor. Keep towels, blankets or loose
clothing off and clear of PowerTower and
its surrounding area. Keep all openings
free of lint, hair, and the like.

4. Close supervision is necessary when this
equipment is used by, on, or near
children, invalids, disabled or injured
persons.

5. Care should be taken at all times when
getting on and off the PowerTower or any
exercise equipment. Falling on or off the
product could result in injury, or
possibly death.

6. Use the PowerTower only for its intended
use. Do not use attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer.

7. Never operate the PowerTower if it has a
damaged Power Cord (S) or plug, if it is
not working properly, emits an odor or
unusual noise, if it has been dropped or
damaged, or dropped into water. Contact
the manufacturer for examination and
repair.

8. Do not pull the PowerTower by the Power
Cord (S) or use the Power Cord (S) as a
handle.

9. Keep the Power Cord (S) away from heated
surfaces.

10. Place the PowerTower on a flat level
surface. Allow ample clearance for the
Rails (K, X) to lower to their fully extended
position. Do not store anything under
the PowerTower.

11. Never drop or insert any object, including
fingers, into any PowerTower opening.

12. Do not use the PowerTower outdoors.

13. Do not operate where aerosol (spray)
products are being used or where oxygen
is being administered.

14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the OFF
position, then remove plug from outlet.

15. Keep fingers, loose clothing, and hair
away from moving parts.

FUSE REPLACEMENT

To replace 5A Fuse in Tower (A) back:

- Unplug the Power Cord (S) from the
power outlet.

- Locate the fuse assembly near the power
outlet on the Tower (A).

- Use a flathead screwdriver to pull out
the fuse assembly.

- There are (2) 5A fuses in the fuse assembly.
One is a spare.

- The other is in use (Fig. 1).

- Remove the old fuse from the clamp.

- Push the old fuse far enough into the hole of
the fuse assembly to release the spare fuse
(Fig. 2).

- Place the spare fuse into clamp (Fig. 3).

- Dispose of the old fuse. Replace the
fuse assembly.

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3

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IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT
PROPER GROUNDING

WARNING: Connect the
PowerTower

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to a properly
grounded outlet only. Improper
connection of the equipment
grounding connector can result
in the risk of electric shock. Do
not modify the plug that is
provided with the PowerTower. If
it will not fit in the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.

See grounding instructions.

Figure 1

FOLLOW THESE GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

The PowerTower must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electric current to reduce
the risk of electric shock.

The PowerTower is equipped with a Power Cord (S)
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.

DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment­grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or
serviceman if you ar

e in doubt as to whether the
product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the

product – if it will not fit the outlet,

have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Depending on your country of residence, you can
purchase a 120 VAC or 230 VAC PowerTower.
Some adapters may be permitted, similar to the type
explained below:

A PowerTower that is for use on a nominal 120-volt
circuit has a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in Figure 1. A temporary adapter that looks
like the adapter illustrated in Figure 2 may be used
to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown
in Figure 2 if a properly grounded outlet is not
available. The temporary adapter should be used
only until a properly grounded outlet (Figure 1) can
be installed by a qualified electrician. The green
colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the
adapter must be connected to a permanent ground
such as a properly gr

ounded outlet box cover.
Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in
place by a metal screw.

Figure 2

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FCC RULES

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is needed.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

SPECIFICATIONS
Power:

115 Volts and 5 Amps or
230 Volts and 3 Amps
50 or 60 cycles depending on the country where it is sold.

Incline Speed:

Approximately 30 seconds to ascend/
20 seconds to descend. (Varies under load)

Dimensions:

Standing: 110” x 36” x 76” [L/W/H]

(2.5 m x .9 m x 1.9 m)

Folded: 24” x 36” x 63” [L/W/H]

(.6 m x .9 m 1.5 m)

Resistance:

• 4° to 34° increments are marked.

• 11 levels of calibration at 3° increments
appear on the Resistance Chart (see page 28).

• 3% to 72% of body weight

User Height Limit:

6’5” (2.0 m)

Weight Capacity:

PowerTowerTMis rated at a maximum user weight capacity of
350 lbs. [160 kg]. Additional weights can be applied to the
glideboard on a weight bar, up to 650 lb [295 kg] maximum total.

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PARTS ASSEMBLY

PUTTING YOUR POWER TOWERTMINTO OPERATION IS EASY.

1.

To begin assembly, remove your

PowerTowerTMfrom the box. Stand the PowerTower upright.

Find Hardware Packet (see page 3 for Hardware Packet Contents).

2. Pull and twist the retractable Support Strut Knob (M) to loosen it.

POWER TOWER SET-UP

3. While unfolding the PowerTower, as an extra precaution, hold the side of the Tower (A)

with one hand to steady the Tower (A).

4. With the other hand, push the Lower Rails (K) off and away from the Tower Base (P)

by grasping the padded Center Rail Crossbar (W)and allow the Rails (K, X) to unfold
slowly away from the Tower (A) until the Rails (K, X) are fully extended.

CAUTION: Do not touch the hinge.

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PARTS ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED)

5.

Engage and tighten the Support Strut Knob (M). You need to lean
the tower backward slightly to engage the pin.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: The Support Strut Knob (M) must be

engaged and tightened during PowerTower

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use.

6. Remove the packing foam from the four wheels. To reposition the

Glideboard (G) for use, kneel beside the Glideboard (G). Lift and
pull one side of the metal Glideboard Wheel Housings (L) away
from the Rails (K, X).

7. Lift the opposite side of the Glideboard (G) until the wheels lift

completely off the Rails (K, X).

8. Move the Glideboard (G) about 6 inches up the Rails (K, X)

toward the Tower (A), until the metal stop on the underside of
the Glideboard (G) rests above the rubber bumper. Lower the
Glideboard (G) and pull the Glideboard Wheel Housings (L) out
as you lower the Glideboard (G) back into place.

9. Connect the Power Cord (S) to the back of the PowerTower.

Then connect the PowerTower to an appropriate receptacle.

10. Turn on the PowerTower with the On/Off Switch (T) at the bottom

back of the Tower (A).

11. Remove the Safety Key (ZX) from the Hardware Packet. Use the

loop in the Safety Key (ZX) lanyard to tie it to the Tower’s (A)
back handle. Insert the Safety Key (ZX) into the hole on top of
the Tower (A). Your PowerTower will not operate if the Safety Key
(ZX) is not in place.

12. Raise the Rails (K, X) to the desired level by using the Up/Down

Switch (ZY) on top of the Tower (A).

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Lift

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INSTALLING LAT BARS

13. Raise the Rails (K, X) to Tower (A) to 20 degrees for ease of assembly, as shown.

14. Ensure that the Support Strut Knob (M) is engaged and tight.

REMOVE THE SHIPPING SLEEVES - PHASE 1

15. Your PowerTowerTMarrives with shipping sleeves on the ends of the Tower Crossbar (Y).

The shipping sleeves serve one purpose: to protect the Tower Crossbar (Y) during shipping.

16. NOTE: For easiest assembly, keep the Tower Crossbar (Y) centered throughout the assembly

process, with each end extending about equal distance from the Tower (A).

HARDWARE PACKET TOOLS NEEDED: To remove the first shipping sleeve, face the Tower (A)

back and take one of the supplied Wrenches (GG) in each hand. The Wrenches (GG)are

located in the Hardware Packet (contents shown on page 3).

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