Impex AB 4000 User Manual

NOTE:

Please read all instructions

carefully before using this

product

Safety Notice

Hardware Identifier

Assembly Instruction

Parts List

Warranty

Ordering Parts

MARCY AB BENCH

AB 4000

Model

AB 4000

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02-21-02

OWNER'S

MANUAL

IMPEX FITNESS PRODUCTS

14777 DON JULIAN RD., CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN...................................................................................... 1

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES..................................................................... 2

HARDWARE IDENTIFIER.....…....................................................................... 3

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................... 4

EXPLODED DIAGRAM.........................................................................………. 10

PARTS LIST……………………………………………………………………….. 11

WARRANTY.................................................................................................… 12

ORDERING PARTS......................................................................................... 12

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the MARCY AB Bench AB4000 by IMPEX FITNESS
PRODUCTS. For your safety and benefit, read this manual caref ully before using t he
machine. As a manufacturer, we are committed to provide you complete customer
satisfaction. If you have any questions, or find there are missing or damaged parts,
we guarantee you complete satisfaction through direct assistance from our factory.
To avoid unnecessary delays, please call our TOLL-FREE customer service number.
Our Customer Service Agents will provide immediate assistance to you.

Toll-Free Customer Service Number

1-800-999-8899

Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. PST

www.impex-fitness.com

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

PRECAUTIONS

This exercise machine is built for optimum safety. However, certain precautions apply whenever
you operate a piece of exercise equipment. Be sure to read the entire manual before you assemble
or operate your machine. In particular, note the following safety precautions:

1. Keep children and pets away from the machine at all times. DO NOT

leave children unattended in the same room with the machine.

2. Only one person at a time should use the machine.

3. If the user experiences dizziness, nausea, chest pain, or any other abnormal
symptoms, STOP the workout at once. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
IMMEDIATELY.

4. Position the machine on a clear, leveled surface. DO NOT use the machine
near water or outdoors.

5. Keep hands away from all moving parts.

6. Always wear appropriate workout clothing when exercising. DO NOT wear
robes or other clothing that could become caught in the machine. Running
or aerobic shoes are also required when using the machine.

7. Use the machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. DO
NOT use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.

8. Do not place any sharp object around the machine.

9. Disabled person should not use the machine without a qualified person or
physician in attendance.

10. Before using the machine to exercise, always do stretching exercises to
properly warm up.

11. Never operate the machine if the machine is not functioning properly.

WARNING: BEFORE BEGINNING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM, CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN.
THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT FOR INDIVIDUALS OVER THE AGE OF 35 OR PERSONS
WITH PRE-EXISTING HEALTH PROBLEMS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING ANY
FITNESS EQUIPMENT. IMPEX INC. ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE SUSTAINED BY OR THROUGH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION

Tools Required to Assemble the Machine: Two Adjustable Wrenches and Allen Wrenches
NOTE: It is strongly recommended this machine be assembled by two or more people to
avoid possible injury.

STEP 1 (See Diagram 1)

A.) Attach the Main Frame (#1) to the Front Stabilizer (#2). Align the holes and secure it with three

M10 x 5/8” Allen Bolts (#31) and ∅ ¾” Washers (#39).

B.) Attach the Main Frame (#1) to the Rear Stabilizer (#3). Align the holes and secure it with two

M10 x 5/8” Allen Bolts (#31) and ∅ ¾” Washers (#39).

C.) Slide the Sliding Block (#9) onto the Incline Adjustment Bar (#10). Align the holes then thread in

a Knob Lock (#20) to hold the Sliding Block in position.

D.) Push two Bushings (#23) into the Incline Adjustment Bar (#10). Then attach the Bushings and

the Bar to the bracket on the Main Frame (#1). Secure it with a M10 x 3” Allen Bolt (#33), two ∅
¾” Washers (#39), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#41).

E.) Attach two Bushings (#23) to the side of Main Frame (#1). Attach two Bushings (#23) to the

pivot on top of the Main Frame (#1). Attach two Bushings (#23) to the pivot on the Sliding Block
(#9).

DIAGRAM 1

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STEP 2 (See Diagram 2)

A.) Attach two Bushings (#23) to each Seat Support Frames (#6).
B.) Attach one Backrest Support (#7) to the Seat Support Frame (#6). Align the holes and secure

them with one M10 x 1 5/8” Allen Bolt (#32), and one ∅ ¾” Washer (#39). Repeat the same
procedure to install the other side.

C.) Attach the two Backrest Supports (#7) to the pivot on the Main Frame (#1). Align the holes and

secure them with one M10 x 6 ¼” Allen Bolt (#35), two ∅ ¾” Washers (#39), and one M10
Aircraft Nut (#41).

DIAGRAM 2

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STEP 3 (See Diagram 3)

A.) Align the holes on the two Backrest Supports (#7) to the pivot on the Sliding Block (#9). Secure

them with one M10 x 6 ¼” Allen Bolt (#35), two ∅ ¾” Washers (#39), and one M10 Aircraft Nut
(#41).

DIAGRAM 3

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STEP 4 (See Diagram 4)

A.) Attach the Seat Incline Support Bracket (#8) to the Main Frame (#1). Secure it with one M10 x 4

3/4” Allen Bolt (#34), two ∅3/4” Washers (#39), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#41). Do not over
tighten the nut and bolt. The Bracket needs to be able to swivel. Attach two bushings (#23) to
the pivot on the Seat Incline Support Bracket (#8).

B.) Attach the Seat Support Frames (#6) to the Pivot. Align the holes and secure them with one

M10 x 8 ¼” Allen Bolt (#36), two ∅ ¾” Washers (#39), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#41).

DIAGRAM 4

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STEP 5 (See Diagram 5)

A.) Place the Seat Pad (#14) onto the Seat Support Frames (#6). Align the holes and secure it with

four M8 x 2” Allen Bolts (#37) and ∅ 5/8” Washers (#40).

B.) Place the Backrest Board (#15) onto the Backrest Supports (#7). Align the holes and secure it

with four M8 x 2” Allen Bolts (#37) and ∅ 5/8” Washers (#40).

DIAGRAM 5

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STEP 6 (See Diagram 6)

A.) Insert the Leg Developer Holder (#4) into the opening in front of the Seat. Secure it with a Lock

Knob underneath the Seat. Attach the Leg Developer (#5) to the bracket on the Leg Developer
Holder (#4). Secure it with an Axle (#12), two ∅ ¾” Washers (#39), and two M10 x 5/8” Allen
Bolts (#31). Push the Olympic Sleeve (#13) onto the weight post on the Leg Developer. Attach
the Sprint Clip (#19) to the Sleeve. NOTE: When using the bench at a decline position to do Ab
exercises, place at least 30 lbs. of weights on the leg developer to hold it down.

B.) Insert one Foam Roll Tube (#11) halfway through the hole on the Leg Developer Holder (#4).

Insert two Foam Roll Tubes (#11) halfway through the holes on the Leg Developer (#5). Push
six Foam Rolls (#42) onto the Tubes from both sides. Plug six Foam Roll Caps (#22) to the
ends.

C.) Attach the Arm Curl Pad (#21) to the Arm Curl Stand (#17). Secure it with two M8 x 5/8” Allen

Bolts (#38) and ∅ 5/8” Washers (#40). For Arm Curl exercises, remove the Leg Developer and
insert the Arm Curl Stand into the top opening in front of the Seat.

DIAGRAM 6

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PARTS LIST

KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Q’ty

1 Main Frame 1
2 Front Stabilizer 1
3 Rear Stabilizer 1
4 Leg Developer Holder 1
5 Leg Developer 1
6 Seat Support Frame 2
7 Backrest Support 2
8 Seat Incline Support Bracket 1
9 Sliding Block 1
10 Incline Adjustment Bar 1
11 Foam Tube 3
12 Axle 1
13 Olympic Sleeve 1
14 Seat Pad 1
15 Backrest Pad 1
16 Leg Developer Bushing 2
17 Arm Curl Stand 1
18 1 ½” x 3” Rubber Pad 1
19 Spring Clip 1
20 Knob Lock 2
21 Arm Curl Pad 1
22 Foam Roll End Cap 6
23 Bushing 14
24 ∅1” End Cap 1
25 2” Square Sleeve 1
26 1 ¾” Square End Cap 3
27 2” End Cap 1
28 2 ¼” Sleeve 2
29 2” Stabilizer Cap 4
30 1 ½” End Cap 10
31 M10 x 5/8” Allen Bolt 7
32 M10 x 1 5/8” Allen Bolt 2
33 M10 x 3” Allen Bolt 1
34 M10 x 4 3/4” Allen Bolt 1
35 M10 x 6 ¼” Allen Bolt 2
36 M10 x 8 ¼” Allen Bolt 1
37 M8 x 2” Allen Bolt 8
38 M8 x 5/8” Allen Bolt 2
39 ∅ ¾” Washer 19
40 ∅ 5/8” Washer 10
41 M10 Aircraft Nut 5
42 Foam Roll 6

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IMPEX INC.

LIMITED WARRANTY

IMPEX Inc. ("IMPEX") warrants this product to be free from defects in work mans hip and material, under norm al use and
service conditions, for a period of two years on the Frame f rom the date of purchas e. T his warr anty extends only to the
original purchaser. IMPEX's obligation under this Warranty is limited to replacing or repairing, at IMPEX's option.

All returns must be pre- authorized by IMPEX . Pre-authorization may be obtained by calling IMPEX Custom er Service
Department at 1-800-999-8899. All freights on products returned to IMPEX must be prepaid by the customer. This
warranty does not extend to any product or damage to a product caused by or attributable to f reight damage, abuse,
misuse, impr oper or abnormal usage or repairs not provided by an IMPEX authorized service center or for produc ts used
for commercial or rental purposes. No other warranty beyond that specifically set forth above is authorized by IMPEX.

IMPEX is not responsible or liable for indirect, special or cons equential damages arising out of or in connec tion with the
use or performance of the product or other damages with respect to any economic loss, loss of property, loss of revenues
or profits, loss of enjoyments or use, costs of removal, installation or other consequential damages or whatsoever
natures. Some states do not allow the exclus ion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Acc ordingly, the
above limitation may not apply to you.

The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any and all other warranties and any implied warranties of merchantability
or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in its scope and duration to the terms set f orth herein. Some states do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts. Accordingly, the above limitation may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal right. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

on-l ine at www.impex-fitness.co m

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts can be ordered by calling our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-8899 during our
regular business hours: Monday through Friday, 9 am until 5 pm Pacific standard time.

IMPEX INC.

14777 Don Julian

City of Industry, CA 91746

[e-mail]

When ordering replacement parts, always give the following information.

1. Model

2. Description of Parts

3. Part Number

4. Date of Purchase

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