Impex PHE 2000 User Manual

NOTE:

Please read all instructions

carefully before using this

product

Table of Contents

Safety Notice

Hardware Identifier

Assembly Instruction

Parts List

Warranty

Ordering Parts

POWERHOUSE ELITE

PHE 2000

Model

PHE 2000

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05-31-04

OWNER'S
MANUAL

IMPEX FITNESS PRODUCTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

HARDWARE PACK……….....…....................................................................... 3

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................... 6

WEIGHT RESISTANCE CHART........................................................................24

PARTS LIST………………………………………………………………………….. 25

WARRANTY.................................................................................................… 26

ORDERING PARTS......................................................................................... 26

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the POWERHOUSE ELITE PHE2000 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,
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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HARDWARE PACK

3

HARDWARE PACK

4

HARDWARE PACK

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION

Tools Required Assembling 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.) Place the Middle Base Frame (#1) between the Front & Rear Base Frames (#2 & #3).

Align the holes. Secure them with two M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolts (#72), two ∅ ¾” Washers
(#87), and two M10 Aircraft Nuts (#89).

B.) Attach the Foot Plate (#15) to the Front Base Frame (#3). Align the holes. Insert the 15 ¾”

Foot Plate Axle (#33) through the holes. Secure the Axle with a M8 x ¾” Screw (#88).

C.) Attach the Vertical Frame (#5) to the Rear Base Frame (#2). Secure it with two M10 x 2 ¾”

Carriage Bolts (#72), ∅ ¾” Washers (#87), and M10 Aircraft Nuts (#89). DO NOT tighten
the Nuts and Bolts yet.

DIAGRAM 1

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STEP 2 (See Diagram 2)

A.) Place two ∅ 2 ½” Rubber Bumpers (#65) on the Rear Base Frame (#2). Align the holes

and insert Two Guide Rods (#18) through the holes into the Rear Base Frame. Secure
each Guide Rod with one M10 x 1” Allen Bolt (#75) and ∅ ¾” Washer (#87) from the
bottom of Rear Base Frame.

B.) Slide 14 Weight Plates (#48) onto the Guide Rods. Make sure all Plates are facing the

same direction. Insert the Selector Rod (#41) through the center hole on the Weight
Plates. Slide the Weight Selector Stem (#47) onto the Guide Rods.

C.) Use the L-shape Pin (#40) to select desired number of Weight Plates to Exercise. NOTE:

Each Plate weights 10 lbs. Please refer to the Weight Resistance Chart on page 24.

DIAGRAM 2

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STEP 3 (See Diagram 3)

A.) Attach the Upper Frame (#4) onto the two Guide Rods (#18). Secure each Guide Rod

to the Upper Frame with on M10 x 1” Allen Bolt (#75) and ∅ ¾” Washer (#87). DO NOT
tighten the Nuts and Bolts yet.

B.) Place the Upper Frame (#4) onto the top of the Vertical Frame (#5). Secure it with one

5 ½” x 2” Bracket (#27), two M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolts (#72), two ∅ ¾” Washers (#87),

and two M10 Aircraft Nuts (#89).
C.) Securely tighten all Nuts and Bolts previously installed.
D.) Attach the Backrest Board (#22) to the Backrest Support Frame (#12). Secure it with

two M8 x 1 5/8” Allen Bolts (#82) and ∅5/8” Washers (#86).
E.) Attach the Backrest Support Frame (#12) to the Vertical Frame (#5). Secure it with one

M10 x 3 ½” Allen Bolt (#73), two ∅¾” Washers (#87), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#89).
F.) Thread the Long T-shape Lock Pin (#43) into the hole on the Vertical Frame. Insert the

Pin into selected hole on the Backrest Support Frame to obtain the desired Backrest

position.
G.) Attach the Seat Support Frame (#6) to the Vertical Frame (#5). Secure it with one M10

x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolt (#72), ∅¾” Washer (#87), and M10 Aircraft Nut (#89).

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