Matrix VS-S53 Owner's Manual

OWNERS MANUAL

Versa Single-Station Strength

VS-S53 Abdominal

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 Swingarm/ROM Assembly .................................... 12

Part 3 Cable Assembly ....................................................... 15

Part 4 Pad Assembly .......................................................... 20

Part 5 Plastics Assembly .................................................. 22

Installation & Assembly: Optional Kits

Part 6 Premium Kit Assembly .......................................... 5

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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EXERCISE PLACARD | PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS | MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

EXERCISE PLACARD

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

TECH SPECS

Overall dimensions 54”L X 47”W X 66”H

Weight

Shipping weight 273 lbs (124 kg)

Light Stack = 433 lbs (197 kg), Heavy Stack = 503 lbs (229
kg)

GETTING STARTED

WARRANTY (Valid in USA only)

Frame (not coatings) 10 years

Structural parts 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

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 273 lbs. (124 kg) not including the weight stack. The standard weight stack for this machine is
160 lbs. (73 kg) & the heavy stack is 230 lbs. (105kg). 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 X 125L Socket Head Cap Screw 2

2 M10 Flat Washer 24

3 Wide Cupped Flange 1

4 M10 Nylock Nut 10

5 User Frame 1

6 Lower Connecting Tube 1

7 M10 X 20L Socket Head Cap Screw 12

8 Weight Stack Frame 1

9 M10 X 105L Socket Head Cap Screw 2

10 Narrow Cupped Flange 1

11 Upper Connecting Tube 1

12 Rear Stack Support 1

13 Small Diameter M10 Flat Washer 8

14 M8 X 20L Socket Head Cap Screw 2

15 M8 Flat Washer 2

DESCRIPTION

QTY

16 ROM Plate 1

17 Pulley Swingarm 1

18 M10 X 110L Socket Head Cap Screw 1

19 Yoke/User Cable Assembly 1

20 M10 X 50L Socket Head Cap Screw 3

21 Small Pulley 2

22 Pulley Guard 1

23 Cable Clevis 1

24 Floating Pulley Bracket 1

25 Weight Stack Cable 1

26 Large Pulley 1

27 User Frame Cable 1

28 Bottom Pad 1

29 M10 X 20L Hex Bolt 4

30 Back Pad 1

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Parts List

ID

31 M10 X 25L Socket Head Cap Screw 4

32 Front Shroud 1

33 Rear Shroud 1

34 M8 X 25L Socket Head Cap Screw 4

35 Large M8 Flat Washer (Ø20 mm) 4

36 Top Cap 1

37 Top Cap Covers 2

OPTIONAL PREMIUM KIT COMPONENTS

1P Wing 1

2P Rep Counter 1

3P Towel Hook 1

DESCRIPTION

QTY

9

ASSEMBLY

8

7

6

9

4

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2

3

5

1

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PART 1: STACK & USER FRAME ASSEMBLY

STEP 1 | WEIGHT STACK TO USER FRAME ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

1 M10 X 125L SHC 2

2 M10 Flat Washer 14

3 Wide Cupped Flange 1

4 M10 Nylock Nut 4

5 User Frame 1

6 Lower Connecting Tube 1

7 M10 X 20L SHC 6

8 Weight Stack Frame 1

9 M10 X 105L SHC 2

10 Narrow Cupped Flange 1

11 Upper Connecting Tube 1

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

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ASSEMBLY

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12

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PART 1: STACK & USER FRAME ASSEMBLY

STEP 2 | WEIGHT STACK REAR SUPPORT FRAME ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

7 M10 X 20L SHC 4

12 Rear Stack Support 1

13 M10 Flat Washer (Small Dia.) 4

14 M8 X 20L SHC 2

15 M8 Flat Washer 2

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

Install the user frame hardware as shown.

Torque M8 hardware to: 39 N-m/29 ft-lbs.

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STEP 1 | ROM ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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7

2

4

ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

2 M10 Flat Washer 2

4 M10 Nylock Nut 2

7 M10 X 20L SHC 2

16 ROM Plate 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 2: SWINGARM ASSEMBLY

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Torque hardware to: 77 N-m/57 ft-lbs.

STEP 2 | SWINGARM ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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2

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17

ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

2 M10 Flat Washer 2

4 M10 Nylock Nut 1

17 Pulley Swingarm 1

18 M10 X 110L SHC 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 2: SWINGARM ASSEMBLY

Remove End Cap to assemble Nylock Nut, replace End Cap.

Torque hardware to: 77 N-m/57 ft-lbs.

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STEP 1 | CABLE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

19 Exercise Yoke and User Cable Assembly 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 3: CABLE ASSEMBLY

Route the cable between the smaller V-pulley and main pulley as shown.

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STEP 2 | UPPER PULLEY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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21

2

4

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ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

2 M10 Flat Washer 4

4 M10 Nylock Nut 2

20 M10 X 50L SHC 2

21 Small Pulley 2

22 Pulley Guard 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 3: CABLE ASSEMBLY

Torque hardware to: 77 N-m/57 ft-lbs.

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STEP 3 | FLOATING PULLEY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

242523

ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

23 Cable Clevis 1

24 Floating Pulley Bracket 1

25 Weight Stack Cable 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 3: CABLE ASSEMBLY

2

3

1

16

1. Assemble the stack
cable end fitting
through floating
pulley bracket
opening.

2. Raise the cable up.

3. Slide the clevis onto
the cable end fitting.

4. Seat the cable and
clevis into the bottom
of the floating pulley
bracket

STEP 4 |FLOATING PULLEY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

2 M10 Flat Washer 2

4 M10 Nylock Nut 1

20 M10 X 50L SHC 1

26 Large Pulley 1

27 User Frame Cable 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 3: CABLE ASSEMBLY

Torque hardware to: 77 N-m/57 ft-lbs.

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STEP 5 | USER CABLE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ASSEMBLY

PART 3: CABLE ASSEMBLY

Fully tighten cable end into threaded boss.

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STEP 1 | PAD ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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28

ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

28 Bottom Pad 1

29 M10 X 20L Hex Bolt 4

ASSEMBLY

PART 4: PAD ASSEMBLY

Install the pad as shown.

Tighten to 57 N-m/41 ft-lbs.

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STEP 2 | BACK PAD ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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13

31

ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

13 M10 Flat Washer (Small Dia.) 4

30 Back Pad 1

31 M10 X 25L SHC 4

ASSEMBLY

PART 4: PAD ASSEMBLY

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Install the pad as shown.

Tighten to 57 N-m/41 ft-lbs.

STEP 1 | SHROUD ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

32 Front Shroud 1

33 Rear Shroud (Not shown) 1

Position hangers in their lowest position

ASSEMBLY

PART 5: PLASTICS ASSEMBLY

Install the weight stack shrouds as shown.

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STEP 2 | TOP CAP ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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34

36

ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

34 M8 X 25L SHC 4

35 M8 Flat Washer (20 mm diameter) 4

36 Top Cap 1

ASSEMBLY

PART 5: PLASTICS ASSEMBLY

Install the top cap onto the weight stack as shown.

Position top cap so that the instructional placard faces the user.

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Torque to 17 N-m/147 in-lbs.

STEP 3 | TOP CAP COVERS INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

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37

ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

37 Top Cap Cover 2

ASSEMBLY

PART 5: PLASTICS ASSEMBLY

Install the top cap covers.

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PREMIUM KIT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

ID DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

1P Wing 1

2P Rep Counter 1

3P Towel Hook 1

1P

ASSEMBLY

PART 6: PREMIUM KIT ASSEMBLY

2P

3P

IMPORTANT NOTICE

PLEASE NOTE:

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

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STEP 1 | PREMIUM KIT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

Rep Counter - Magnet

1. Remove the (2) top cap covers using a flat blade
screw driver.

2. Remove the (4) M8 bolts and 20 mm diameter
washers that hold the top cap to the weight stack
frame.

Top cap covers, 20 mm diameter washers &

M8 screws can be discarded

ASSEMBLY

PART 6: PREMIUM KIT ASSEMBLY

3. Remove top cap and rear shroud.

4. Assemble the Repetition Counter magnet holder
to the headplate using the M5 X 12L bolt and M5
washer provided with the kit.

Holder must be mounted on thes same

side of the weight stack as Rep Counter

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STEP 2 | PREMIUM KIT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

Rep Counter - Sensors

1. Assemble Rep Counter sensor base using (4)
screws included with the kit.

2. Assemble (3) sensors located per machine chart
shown below.

Thread zip ties through
holes to secure cables

Route wires in groove

ASSEMBLY

PART 6: PREMIUM KIT ASSEMBLY

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Machine Sensor Locations (Sensor “A” = Top, “B” = Middle, “C” = Bottom)

Chest Press A2, B7, C13

Shoulder Press A1, B4, C13

Leg Extension A1, B7, C13

Seated Leg Curl A6, B10, C13

Leg Press A6, B10, C13

Lat Pulldown A1, B3, C13

Triceps Press A5, B8, C13

Seated Row A1, B4, C13

Bicep Curl A6, B8, C13

Hip Add/Abduction A7, B11, C13

Pec Fly/Rear Delt A7,B 9, C13

Abdominal A8, B10, C13

Back Extension A6, B8, C13

Glute A2, B7, C13

STEP 3 | PREMIUM KIT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

Rep Counter

1. Remove and discard hole caps using caution
not to scratch the paint.

ASSEMBLY

PART 6: PREMIUM KIT ASSEMBLY

2. Attach plug to Rep Counter.

3. Assemble Towel Hook (3P) and Rep Counter
(2P) using the M8 X 35L SHC bolts provided.

Rep Counter wires must be

routed through the center of

the Towel Hook

4. Torque bolts to 17 N-m/147 in-lbs.

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STEP 4 | PREMIUM KIT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & NOTES

Wing

Assemble the wing (1P) as shown using the M8

hardware provided with the kit. Tighten to 39N-m
(29 ft-lbs.).

ASSEMBLY

PART 6: PREMIUM KIT ASSEMBLY

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