Matrix G7-S23 Owner's Manual

OWNERS MANUAL

ULTRA Single-Station Strength

G7-S23 Shoulder Press

Table Of Contents

Safety, General Care & Maintenence ....................................................................................................................3

Getting Started (Product Specifications) .............................................................................................................5

Assembly Information .............................................................................................................................................6

Markings .................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Parts List ...................................................................................................................................................................8

Installation & Assembly: Value Line

Part 1 Weight Stack & User Frame Assembly ....................................................................................... 10

Part 2 CAM/Cable Assembly ................................................................................................................... 14

Part 3 Seat Assembly ............................................................................................................................... 17

Part 4 Arm Assembly ............................................................................................................................... 19

Part 5 Pad Assembly ................................................................................................................................24

Part 6 Plastics Assembly .........................................................................................................................26

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of Matrix products to instruct all individuals, whether they are the end user or
supervising personnel on proper usage of the equipment.

It is recommended that all users of Matrix exercise equipment be informed of the following information prior to its use.

PROPER USAGE

Do not use any equipment in any way other than designed or intended by the manufacturer. It is imperative that Matrix
equipment be used properly to avoid injury.

Keep hands and feet clear at all times from moving parts to avoid injury.

CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS

1. DO NOT use any equipment that is damaged and or has worn or broken parts. Use only replacement parts supplied by
your country’s local Matrix dealer.

2. MAINTAIN LABELS AND NAMEPLATES: Do not remove labels for any reason. They contain important information.
If unreadable or missing, contact your Matrix dealer for a replacement.

3. SECURING EQUIPMENT: All equipment MUST be secured to the floor to stabilize and eliminate rocking or tipping over.
This must be performed by a licensed contractor.

4. MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT: Preventative maintenance is the key to smooth operating equipment as well as keeping
your liability to a minimum. Equipment needs to be inspected at regular intervals.

5. Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing maintenance or repair of any kind is qualified to do so.
Matrix dealers will provide service and maintenance training at our corporate facility upon request.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR ON THIS EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW
THESE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID INJURY!

1. Never allow children on strength training equipment. Teenagers must be supervised at all times while using this
equipment.

2. All warnings and instructions should be read and proper instruction obtained prior to use.

3. Use this equipment for its intended purposes only.

4. NEVER allow resistance straps, ropes or other means be attached to this equipment, as this may result in serious
injury.

5. NEVER use this equipment for support during stretching, as this may result in serious injury.

6. Cease exercise if you feel faint or dizzy. Obtain a medical exam before beginning an exercise program.

7. Keep body, hair, clothing and accessories free and clear of all moving parts.

8. Inspect the machine before use. DO NOT use machine if it appears damaged or inoperable.

9. Check to see that the selector pin is completely inserted into the weight stack.

10. NEVER use this machine with the weight stack pinned in an elevated position.

11. NEVER use dumbells or other means to incrementally increase the weight resistance. Only use the means provided
directly from the manufacturer.

12. This equipment should only be used in supervised areas where access and control are regulated by the owner.

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GETTING STARTED

EXERCISE PLACARD | PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS | MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

EXERCISE PLACARD

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

TECH SPECS

Maximum User Weight 136 kg / 300 lbs.

Maximum Training Weight 109 kg / 240 lbs.

Product Weight 375 kg / 827 lbs.

Overall Dimensions (L x W x H) 166.5 x 144.5 x 165.3 cm / 65.6" x 56.9" x 65.1"

WARRANTY (Valid in USA only)

Frame (not coatings) 10 years

Weight stacks 5 years

Pulleys 5 years

Pivot bearings 5 years

Any items not specified 3 years

Labor (excluding upholstery/cables/grips) 3 years

Upholstery/cables/grips/springs 1 year

Accessories 6 months

MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

ACTION FREQUENCY

Clean Upholstery Daily

Inspect Cables Daily

Clean Guide Rods Monthly

Inspect Hardware Monthly

Inspect Frame Bi-Annually

Clean Machine As Needed

Clean Grips As Needed

Lubricate Guide Rods As Needed

Upholstery & Grips should be cleaned with a non-ammonia based cleaner or a mild soap and water. Guide rods should be
lubricated with Teflon based lubricant. Apply the lubricant to a cotton cloth and then apply up and down the guide rods.

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ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING | TOOLS REQUIRED

UNPACKING

Thank you for purchasing a Matrix product. This machine is an EN957-1 and EN957-2 compliant Class S product. Your Ma­trix product is inspected before it is packaged. It is shipped in multiple pieces to facilitate the compact packaging of the
machine. Prior to assembly, confirm all the components by matching them with the exploded diagrams. Carefully unpack
the unit from this box and dispose of the packing materials in accordance with your local laws.

CAUTION

The weight of the product is 826 lbs. (375 kg) not including the weight stack. The weight stack for this machine is 240 lbs.
(109 kg). To avoid injury to yourself and prevent damage to the frame components, be sure to have proper assistance re­moving the frame pieces from this box. Please be sure to install the equipment on a stable base, properly level the machine
and leave at least two feet of clearance to enter and exit the machine. Maximum user weight for this machine is 300 lbs.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

3MM L-Shaped Allen Wrench
4MM L-Shaped Allen Wrench
5MM L-Shaped Allen Wrench
6MM L-Shaped Allen Wrench
8MM L-Shaped Allen Wrench
10MM L-Shaped Allen Wrench
Phillips & Standard Screwdrivers
8MM Open-End Wrench
13MM Open-End Wrench
17MM Open-End Wrench.
19MM Open-End Wrench
Adjustable Wrench

Blue Locktite 242 must be used on all fasteners that are not assembled with Nylock Nuts.

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MARKINGS

WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS

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Parts List

ID

1 M10 Nylock Nut 6
2 Weight Stack 1
3 M10 Flat Washer 15
4 M10 X 75L Socket Head Cap Screw 4
5 Upper Connecting Tube 1
6 Lower Connecting Tube 1
7 M10 X 30L Socket Head Cap Screw 8
8 M10 Saddle Washer 4

9 User Frame 1
10 M10 X 45L Socket Head Cap Screw 1
11 Pulley 1
12 Weight Stack Cable 1
13 M10 X 55L Socket Head Cap Screw 4
14 Pivot Block Assembly 1
15 CAM 1
16 Large Pivot Cap 1
17 M10 X 105L Socket Head Cap Screw 2
18 Swingarm 1
19 Medium Pivot Cap 9
20 M6 Nylock Nut 1
21 User Frame Cable (Pre-assembled on CAM) 1
22 M6 Shoulder Bolt 1
23 M8 X 25L Socket Head Cap Screw 8
24 Seat Link 4
25 Axle 4
26 Spring 2
27 Seat 1
28 Tie Rod 2
29 M6 Flat Washer 4
30 M6 X 12L Socket Head Cap Screw 4
31 Wave (Spring) Washer 2
32 Left Arm 1
33 Snap Ring 2
34 Small Pivot Cap 2
35 M10 X 15L Socket Head Cap Screw 2
36 Right Arm 1
37 M8 X 20L Socket Head Cap Screw 4

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DESCRIPTION

QTY

Parts List

ID

38 M8 Flat Washer 4
39 Counter Weight 2
40 Head Rest Assembly 1
41 M10 X 75L Button Head Cap Screw 4
42 Back Pad Assembly 1
43 Pad 1
44 M10 X 20L Hex Bolt 4
45 Rear Shroud 1
46 Left Front Shroud 1
47 Right Front Shroud 1
48 M8 X 60L Socket Head Cap Screw 4
49 Top Cap 1

DESCRIPTION

QTY

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STEP 1 | USER FRAME INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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6

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ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

1 M10 Nylock Nut 4

2 Weight Stack 1

3 M10 Flat Washer 12

4 M10 X 75L SHC 4

5 Upper Connecting Tube 1

6 Lower Connecting Tube 1

7 M10 X 30L SHC 4

ASSEMBLY

PART 1: USER FRAME ASSEMBLY

Install the user frame hardware as shown, but DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN .

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STEP 2 | USER FRAME INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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7

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ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

7 M10 X 30L SHC 4

8 M10 Saddle Washer 4

9 User Frame 1

View A

ASSEMBLY

PART 1: USER FRAME ASSEMBLY

• Install the user frame hardware as shown, being sure to orient the saddle washer as shown in
View A.

• Ensurethattheframeislevelandthatalloorpadscontacttheoorequally,

• TorqueallM10FrameHardwareonpages10&11to:77N-m/57ft-lbs.

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11

3

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STEP 3 | WEIGHT STACK CABLE INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

3 M10 Flat Washer 1

10 M10 X 45L SHC 1

11 Pulley 1

12 Weight Stack Cable 1

Torqueto:77N-m/57ft-lbs.

ASSEMBLY

PART 1: USER FRAME ASSEMBLY

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13

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STEP 4 | PIVOT BLOCK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

13 M10 X 55L SHC 4

14 Pivot Block Assembly 1

Hand thread M10 bolts and leave loose
***Note: Pivot Block is symmetrical***

Axles must be red Loctited (Loctite 272)

andtorquedto:180N-m/133ft-lbs.

ASSEMBLY

PART 1: USER FRAME ASSEMBLY

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1

3

161517

STEP 1 | CAM & CABLE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

1 M10 Nylock Nut 1

3 M10 Flat Washer 1

15 CAM 1

16 Large Pivot Cap 1

17 M10 X 105L SHC 1

Tightento77N-m/57ft-lbs.

ASSEMBLY

PART 2: CAM/CABLE ASSEMBLY

Separate CAM to assemble
weight stack cable as shown.
Capture cable with forked clip and
orient as shown. Tighten to 16

N-m/142in-lbs.

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1

3

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17

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STEP 2 | SWINGARM ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

1 M10 Nylock Nut 1

3 M10 Flat Washer 1

17 M10 X 105L SHC 1

18 Swingarm 1

19 Medium Pivot Cap 1

Tightento77N-m/57ft-lbs.

ASSEMBLY

PART 2: CAM/CABLE ASSEMBLY

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PART 2: CAM/CABLE ASSEMBLY

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21

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STEP 3 | CABLE TO SWINGARM ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

20 M6 Nylock Nut 1

21 User Frame Cable (Pre-assembled to CAM) 1

22 M6 Shoulder Bolt 1

Torqueto16N-m/142in-lbs.

ASSEMBLY

CAM must be oriented as shown

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STEP 1 | SEAT LINK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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19

23

24

25

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ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

19 Medium Pivot Cap 2

23 M8 X 25L SHC 2

24 Seat Link 1

25 Axle 2

26 Spring 1

27 Seat 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 3: SEAT ASSEMBLY

Tightento39N-m/29ft-

lbs.

Ensure bottom links are assembled correctly
by testing spring tension

Outer tab of spring must be secured behind
frame reaction bar

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STEP 2 | SEAT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

19 Medium Pivot Cap 6

23 M8 X 25L SHC 6

24 Seat Link 3

25 Axle 2

26 Spring 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 3: SEAT ASSEMBLY

Rotate seat to

engage pull pin

Assemble upper
axles, links and
pivot caps

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Tightento39N-m/29ft-lbs.

STEP 1 | TIE ROD TO SWINGARM ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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29

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ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

28 Tie Rod (Right Side Not Shown) 2

29 M6 Flat Washer (Right Side Not Shown) 2

30 M6 X 12L SHC (Right Side Not Shown) 2

Torqueto16N-m/142in-lbs.

ASSEMBLY

PART 4: ARM ASSEMBLY

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STEP 2 | LEFT AND RIGHT* ARM ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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33

31

34

35

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ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

31 Wave (Spring) Washer 2

32 Left Arm 1

33 Snap Ring 2

34 Small Pivot Cap 2

35 M10 X15L SHC 2

36 Right Arm 1

*Only left arm assembly is shown

Apply blue Loctite 242 and tighten to 77

N-m/57ft-lbs.

ASSEMBLY

PART 4: ARM ASSEMBLY

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STEP 3 | TIE ROD TO ARM ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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30

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

29 M6 Flat Washer (Right Side Not Shown) 2

30 M6 X 12L SHC (Right Side Not Shown) 2

Torqueto16N-m/142in-lbs.

ASSEMBLY

PART 4: ARM ASSEMBLY

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STEP 4 | COUNTER WEIGHT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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39

37

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

37 M8 X 20L SHC 4

38 M8 Flat Washer 4

39 Counter Weight 2

ASSEMBLY

PART 4: ARM ASSEMBLY

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ASSEMBLY

"X"

PART 4: ARM ASSEMBLY

STEP 5 | ARM POSITIONING INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

Optional Jig ArmLeveling&Positioningxture 1

Before fully tightening the pivot block, ensure that the arms are symmetrical about the centerline
of the machine. The left and right hand grips should be at the same height to each other and be

equidistanttothecenterlineoftheuser.

Tightenpivotblockto77N-m/57ft-lbs.

Optional Jig

Tie Rod lengths must be adjusted according to machine.

Jam Nut

Tighten four bolts of pivot block, and then

back out one bolt to apply red Loctite 272,

replacebolttopropertorque.Repeat

steps for three remaining bollts

Jam Nut

To adjust length: loosen jam nuts, turn center rod, tighten jam nuts

Machine Tie Rod Length (“X”)

Chest Press 722.5 mm (28.4”)

Shoulder Press 360.0 mm (14.2”)

Lat Pulldown 555.0 mm (21.9”)

Seated Row 350.0 mm (13.8”)

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STEP 1 | BACK PAD ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

42

41

40

41

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

40 Head Rest Assembly 1

41 M10 X 75L BHC 4

42 Back Pad Assembly 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 5: PAD ASSEMBLY

Install the pad as shown.

Tightento27N-m/20ft-lbs.

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STEP 2 | BOTTOM PAD ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

43

44

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

43 Pad 1

44 M10 X 20L Hex Bolt 4

ASSEMBLY

PART 5: PAD ASSEMBLY

Install the pad as shown.

Tightento27N-m/20ft-lbs.

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STEP 1 | SHROUD ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

454746

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

45 Rear Shroud 1

46 Left Front Shroud 1

47 Right Front Shroud 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 6: PLASTICS ASSEMBLY

Install the weight stack shrouds as shown.

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STEP 2 | TOP CAP ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

49

48

ID DESCRIPTION QUANITY

48 M8 X 60L SHC 4

49 Top Cap 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 6: PLASTICS ASSEMBLY

Install the top cap and connect rep
counter plug as shown.

Torqueto17N-m/147in-lbs.

Position top cap so Rep Counter faces
the user.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

PLEASE NOTE:

Be sure to remove the insulating
sheet when installing the
Rep Counter.

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