Impex SM-3000 Owner's 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

SMITH MACHINE

SM 3000

Model

SM 3000

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06-24-02

OWNER'S
MANUAL

IMPEX FITNESS PRODUCTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

SMITH MACHINE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS............................................. 4

EXPLODED DIAGRAM…………………………………………………………….. 12
SMITH MACHINE PARTS LIST………..………………………………………….. 13

MULTI-PURPOSE BENCH ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS............................... 14

EXPLODED DIAGRAM……………………………………………………………... 20
MULTI-PURPOSE BENCH PARTS LIST…………………………………………. 21

WARRANTY.................................................................................................…. 22

ORDERING PARTS.......................................................................................… 22

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the POWERHOUSE SM3000 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 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION

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

STEP 1 (See Diagram 1)

A.) Attach the Rear Base Frame (#3) to the Left Base Frame (#1). Secure it with two

M10 x 3” Carriage Bolts (#66), one Bracket (#7), two ∅ ¾” Washers (#5), and two
M10 Aircraft Nuts (#6). DO NOT tighten all the nuts and bolts yet. Only finger-

tighten for now.
B.) Repeat the above procedure to attach the Right Base Frame (#2).
C.) Attach the Front Vertical Beam (#9) to the bracket on the Left Base Frame (#1).

Secure it with two M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolts (#11), ∅ ¾” Washers (#5), and M10

Aircraft Nuts (#6). Repeat the same procedure to install the other side.
D.) Attach the Guide Rod (#16) to the circular clamp on the Left Base Frame (#1).

Secure the M8 x 3/8” Allen Screw (#60) with an Allen wrench. Repeat the same

procedure for the other side.
E.) Attach the Rear Vertical Beam (#8) and Lat Bar Base (#10) to the Rear Base

Frame (#3). Secure it with two M10 x 3” Carriage Bolts (#66), ∅ ¾” Washers (#5)
and M10 Aircraft Nuts (#6).

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STEP 2 (See Diagram 2)

A.) Slide the Safety Stop Frame (#12) onto the Front Vertical Beam (#9) and Guide

Rod (#16) from the top. Drop the Stop Frame all the way down. Align the hole
and secure it with a Quick Release Knob (#15). Slide the Rubber Bumper (#14)

onto the Guide Rod (#16). Repeat the same procedure to install the other side.
B.) Slide the Sliding Safety Catches (#17) onto the Guide Rods (#16) from the top.
C.) NOTE: Help of another person is strongly recommended for this step. Insert the

Weight Bar (#56) through a ∅3” Thick Rubber Bumper (#54) from the left side of

the machine. Then insert the Bar through the hole on the Sliding Safety Catch

(#17). Continue inserting the Bar through the Lifting Sleeve (#53).
D.) Insert the Bar through the Sliding Safety Catch (#17) on the right side. Place

another ∅ 3” Thick Rubber Bumper (#54) onto the Bar. Make sure the gap on

both side of the bar is even. Secure the M8 x 1/2” Bolts (#55) on the Sliding

Safety Catches (#17).
E.) Install a Long Olympic Sleeve (#57) onto the Right side of the Bar. Secure it with

a M8 x 1/2” Allen Screw (#59). Repeat the procedure for the other side. Attach

two ∅2” Spring Clips (#34) onto the Olympic Sleeves. Note: If you are using

standard plates, remove the Sleeves.
F.) Attach the Front Top Beam (#19) to the top of the Front Vertical Beams (#9) and

Guide Rods (#16). Secure the Guide Rods with two M8 x 3/8” Allen Screws (#60)

(The screws should be already on the circular clamps.)
G.) Secure each side of the Front Top Beam (#19) with two M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolts

(#11), ∅ ¾” Washers (#5), and M10 Aircraft Nuts (#6). Securely tighten all the

nuts and bolts previously installed.

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STEP 3 (See Diagram 3)

A.) Attach the Lat Bar Frame (#23) to the Lat Bar Base (#10). Secure it with two M10 x 2

½” Allen Bolts (#22), four ∅ ¾” Washers (#5), and two M10 Aircraft Nuts (#6).
B.) Slide the Weight Post (#31) onto the Lat Bar Frame (#23).
C.) Slide two Rubber Bumpers (#54) onto the weight posts. Attach two short Olympic

Sleeves (#33) onto the posts. Secure them with two ∅2” Spring Clips (#34).

DIAGRAM 3

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