Impex PHE 9000 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

SMITH MACHINE

PHE 9000

Model

PHE 9000

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03-17-04

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IMPEX FITNESS PRODUCTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

SMITH MACHINE HARDWARE PACK….......…............................................. 3

SMITH MACHINE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS............................................. 5

EXPLODED DIAGRAM…………………………………………………………….. 18
SMITH MACHINE PARTS LIST………..………………………………………….. 19

MULTI-PURPOSE BENCH HARDWARE PACK………………………………… 20

MULTI-PURPOSE BENCH ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS...........................…. 21

EXPLODED DIAGRAM……………………………………………………………... 26
MULTI-PURPOSE BENCH PARTS LIST…………………………………………. 27

WARRANTY.................................................................................................…. 28

ORDERING PARTS.......................................................................................… 28

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the PHE9000 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.

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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SMITH MACHINE HARDEWARE PACK

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SMITH MACHINE HARDEWARE PACK

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SMITH MACHINE HARDEWARE PACK

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SMITH MACHINE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION

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

STEP 1 (See Diagram 1)

A.) Connect the Left & Right Base Frame (#1 & 2) by a Cross Brace (#3) in the mid-span.

Secure each end of the Cross Brace to each Base Frame with two M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage
Bolts (#77), one 4 ¾” x 2” Bracket (#32), two Ø ¾” Washers (#87), and two M10 Aircraft
Nuts (#88). NOTE: DO NOT tighten the Nuts and Bolts yet.

B.) Attach the Middle Vertical Frame (#4), the Rear Base Frame (#5) and the Foot Plate (#8)

to the Cross Brace (#3). Align the holes and secure them together with two M10 x 3”
Carriage Bolts (#76), Ø ¾” Washers (#87), and M10 Aircraft Nuts (#88).

C.) Attach the top of each Weight Post Support (#20) to the Middle Vertical Beam (#4) from

each side. Attach the bottom of each Weight Post Support to the Cross Brace (#3).

D.) Secure the two Weight Post Supports (#20) to the Middle Vertical Frame (#4) with two

M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolts (#77), Ø ¾” Washers (#87), and M10 Aircraft Nuts (#88).

E.) Secure the bottom of each Weight Post Support to the Cross Brace with one M10 x 2 ¾”

Carriage Bolt (#77), Ø ¾” Washer (#87), and M10 Aircraft Nut (#88).

F.) Cover all ends on the Base Frame with five 2” End Caps (#58).

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STEP 2 (See Diagram 2)

A.) Attach a Front Vertical Frame (#6) to the Right Base Frame (#2). Secure it with

two M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolts (#77), Ø ¾” Washers (#87), and M10 Aircraft Nuts

(#88). Do not tighten the Nuts and Bolts yet.
B.) Repeat Procedure A above to install the other side.
C.) Connect the two Front Vertical Frames (#6) with an Upper Frame (#10) on the top.

Secure each end with two M10 x 3 ½” Carriage Bolts (#75), Ø3/4” Washers (#87)

and M10 Aircraft Nuts (#88).
D.) Insert a Guide Rod (#7) into the “Ring” on the Right Base Frame (#2). Secure it

with a M8 x 3/8” Screw (#82).
E.) Slide a Lower Safety Catch (#96) onto the Guide Rod (#7).
F.) Slide an Ø 2 ½” Rubber Bumper (#57) onto the Rod.
G.) Slide a Safety Stop Frame (#9) onto the Rod.
H.) Attach the top of the Guide Rod (#7) to the “Ring” on the Upper Frame (#10) and

secure it with a M8 x 3/8” Screw (#82).
I.) Repeat the above Procedures D through H to install the other side.
J.) NOTE: Help of another person for this step is strongly recommended. Place the

Lifting Sleeve (#12) in between the two Safety Stop Frames (#9). Align the holes

and insert the Weight Bar (#11) into the Safety Stop Frame from one side and

through the Lifting Sleeve to the other Safety Stop Frame on the opposite side.

Secure the Weight Bar to each Safety Stop Frame with one M8 x 5/8” Allen Bolt

(#80).
K.) Turn the safety hook forward on the Lifting Sleeve (#12) into the selected holes on

the Front Vertical Frame to secure its position.
L.) Slide an Ø 3” Rubber Bumper (#55) onto each end of the Weight Bar. Attach the

Long Olympic Sleeve (#62) onto each end of the Weight Bar. Secure each Sleeve

to the Bar with one M8 x ½” Allen Bolt (#79).
M.) Attach a Spring Clip (#39) to each Olympic Sleeve.
N.) Insert Right & Left Short Safety Catches (#92 & #94) and the Right & Left Long

Safety Catches (#93 & #95) into the selected holes on the Front Vertical Frames.
O.) Securely tighten all Nuts and Bolts previously installed.

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DIAGRAM2

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