Impex PHC 750 User Manual

NOTE:

Please read all instructions

carefully before using this

product

Safety Notice

Hardware Identifier

Assembly Instruction

Parts List

Warranty

Ordering Parts

POWERHOUSE CLUB

PHC 750

Model

PHC 750

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09-26-01

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……………………………………………………………... 8
PARTS LIST……………………………………………………………………….. 9

WARRANTY.................................................................................................… 10

ORDERING PARTS......................................................................................... 10

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the POWERHOUSE PHC 750 by IMPEX
FITNESS PRODUCTS. For your safety and benefit, read this manual
carefully before using the 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,

service number.

assistance to you.

Our Customer Service Agents will provide immediate

please call our TOLL-FREE customer

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:

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

1.

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.

12. A spotter is recommended during exercise.

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 to be assembled by two or
more people to avoid possible injury.

STEP 1 (See Diagram 1)

A.) Connect the two Upright Beams (#1) by a Cross Brace (#2) in the mid-span.

Align the holes and secure them with one Bracket (#20), two M10 x 3 1/8”
Carriage Bolts (#38), two ∅ ¾” Washers (#45), and two M10 Aircraft Nuts (#44)
on each end of the Cross Brace.

B.) Place Backrest Adjustment Bar (#4) between the two Upright Beams on the

selected bar holder to obtain desired incline of Backrest.

C.) Insert two Crutches (#7) into the top openings on the Upright Beams. Secure

them with two Lock Knobs (#23) through selected holes to obtain desired height
of the Supports.

D.) Slide a Rubber Bumper (#22) onto a Weight Post (#8). Insert the Post into the

hole on the back of the Upright Beam (#1). Secure it with one M10 x 1” Allen
Bolt (#37) and ∅ ¾” Washer (#45). Repeat the same step to install the other
side.

DIAGRAM 1

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STEP 2 (See Diagram 2)

A.) Attach the Leg Developer Holder (#5) to the Front Stabilizer (#6). Secure it with

three M10 x 5/8” Allen Bolts (#43) and ∅ ¾” Washers (#45).

B.) Attach the Leg Developer Holder (#5) to the front of Main Seat Support (#3).

Secure it with one M10 x 2 ½” Carriage Bolt (#56), two M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolts
(#39), three ∅ ¾” Washers (#45), and three M10 Aircraft Nuts (#44).

C.) Attach the back of Main Seat Support (#3) to the Cross Brace (#2). Secure it with

one Bracket (#20), two M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolts (#39), ∅ ¾” Washers (#45),
and M10 Aircraft Nuts (#44).

D.) Insert one Lock Knob (#23) into the hole on the back of Leg Developer Holder.

DIAGRAM 2

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STEP 3 (See Diagram 3)

A.) Attach the hole-side of the Seat Bracket (#11) to the Pivot on the Main Seat Support

(#3). Push two Bushings (#36) into the holes on the Pivot.

B.) Attach the Backrest Supports (#10) to the Pivot. Secure it with one M10 x 7 ¼” Hex

Bolt (#41), two ∅ ¾” Washers (#45), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#44). DO NOT
tighten the nut and bolt yet. Place the Backrest Incline Support (#9) in between the
two Backrest Supports (#10). Securely tighten the Nut (#44) and Bolt (#41).

C.) Place Backrest Board (#18) onto the Backrest Supports (#10). Secure it with four M6

x 1 3/8” Hex Bolts (#40) and ∅ ½” Washers (#47).

D.) Place the Seat Pad (#17) onto the Seat Bracket (#11). Secure the two back holes on

the Seat with two M8 x 5/8” Hex Bolts (#42) and ∅ 5/8” Washers (#46). Secure the
two front holes on the Seat with a Seat Incline Adjustment (#12), two M8 x 5/8” Hex
Bolts (#42) and two ∅ 5/8” Washers (#46). Insert a 4” L-shaped Pin (#25) into the
selected hole on the Seat Incline Adjustment to hold the desired seat incline. When
using the Uprights to do squat exercises, lift the Backrest Board to vertical position
and secure it with a 4” L-shaped Pin (#25). NOTE: The vertical support is not
designed to sustain any weight. The only purpose of it is to get the Backrest Board
out of the user’s way when doing squat.

DIAGRAM 3

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STEP 4 (See Diagram 4)

A.) Attach the Leg Developer (#14) to the bracket on top of the Leg Developer Holder (#5).

Secure it with an Axle (#48), two ∅ ¾” Washers (#45), and two M10 x 5/8” Allen Bolts
(#43). Slide the Olympic Sleeve (#55) onto the post on the Leg Developer. Attach a
Spring Clip (#21) to the Sleeve. Note: When using the decline position to do Ab
exercises, place at least 30lbs of weights on the Sleeve to hold down the Leg Developer.

B.) Insert one Foam Roll Tube (#15) halfway through the hole on the Leg Developer Holder.

Insert two Foam Roll Tubes (#15) halfway through the holes on the Leg Developer (#14).
Push six Foam Rolls (#16) onto the Tubes from both sides. Plug six Foam Roll End Caps
(#33) to the ends.

C.) Attach the Arm Curl Pad (#19) to the Arm Curl Stand (#13). Secure it with two M8 x 5/8”

Hex Bolts (#42) and ∅ 5/8” Washers (#46). Insert the Arm Curl Stand into the top opening
in front of the Seat.

D.) Attach the Curl Bar Holder (#49) to the Leg Developer (#14). Align the holes and secure it

with 2 ¾” L-shaped Pin (#53). Attach a ∅ 3/8” Spring Clip (#54) to the Pin. Attach two
Spring Clips (#21) to both ends of Curl Bar (#50). Place the Curl Bar on the Curl Bar

Holder for Arm Curl exercises.

DIAGRAM 4

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PARTS LIST

KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Q’ty

1 Upright Beam 2
2 Cross Brace 1
3 Main Seat Support 1
4 Backrest Adjustment Bar 1
5 Leg Developer Holder 1
6 Front Stabilizer 1
7 Crutch 2
8 Weight Post 2
9 Backrest Incline Support 1
10 Backrest Support 2
11 Seat Bracket 1
12 Seat Incline Adjustment 1
13 Arm Curl Stand 1
14 Leg Developer 1
15 Foam Roll Tube 3
16 Foam Roll 6
17 Seat Pad 1
18 Backrest Board 1
19 Arm Curl Pad 1
20 Bracket 3
21 Spring Clip 3
22 Rubber Bumper 2
23 Lock Knob 3
24 3 1/8” Sleeve 2
25 4” L-shaped Pin 2
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27
28
29 2 3/8” Square End Cap 4
30 1” Square End Cap 3
31 2” Square End Cap 2
32 2 3/8” x 1 5/8” End Cap 2
33 Foam Roll End Cap 6
34
35 2” Sleeve 1
36 Bushing 2
37 M10 x 1” Allen Bolt 4
38 M10 x 3 1/8” Carriage Bolt 4
39 M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolt 4
40 M6 x 1 3/8” Hex Bolt 4
41 M10 x 7 ¼” Hex Bolt 1
42 M8 x 5/8” Hex Bolt 6
43 M10 x 5/8” Allen Bolt 5
44 M10 Aircraft Nut 10
45
46
47
48 Axle 1
49 Curl Bar Holder 1
50 Curl Bar 1
51 Curl Bar Sleeve 2
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53 2 ¾” L-shaped Pin 1
54
55 Olympic Sleeve 1
56 M10 x 2 ½” Carriage Bolt 1

∅

1” Cone-shaped End Cap 5

∅

1” End Cap 1

∅

1 1/8” End Cap 2

∅

2 3/8” Bushing 2

∅

¾” Washer 20

∅

5/8” Washer 6

∅

½” Washer 4

∅

2” Cone-shaped End Cap 2

∅

3/8” Spring Clip 1

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IMPEX INC.

LIMITED WARRANTY

IMPEX Inc. ("IMPEX") warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and material,
under normal use and service c onditions, for a period of two years on the Frame fr om the date of
purchase. This warranty 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
Customer Service Department at 1-800-999-8899. All f reights on products returned to IMPEX m ust be
prepaid by the customer. This warranty does not extend to any product or damage to a product caused
by or attributable to freight damage, abuse, misuse, improper or abnormal usage or repairs not
provided by an IMPEX authorized service center or for products 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 c onsequential damages arising out of or in
connection with the use or perform ance of the pr oduct or other dam ages with r espect to any econom ic
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
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam ages. Accordingly, 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 f or a partic ular purpos e is lim ited in its s cope and duration to the ter m s set
forth herein. Some st ates do not allow lim itations on how long an im plied warranty lasts. Ac cordingly,
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

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IMPEX INC.

14777 Don Julian

City of Industry, CA 91746

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts can be ordered by calling our Custom er Service Departm ent toll-f ree at

8899

during our regular business hours: Monday through Friday, 9 am until 5 pm Pacific standard

time.

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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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