Star Trac Inspiration Strenght IP-S5308 Installation Instructions Manual

TRICEPS PRESS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

IP-S5308

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parts thereof in any form without first obtaining written permission from Star Trac.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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GENERAL NOTES:

• Unless otherwise noted Loctite 242/243 or equivalent thread locker must be used on all threaded fasteners. (Do not
use thread locker when a Nyloc nut is used.)

• All Star Trac Strength equipment MUST be secured to the floor using either 10mm or 3/8in. (grade 5 minimum) bolts.
To accommodate this there are four mounting points inside the weight stack and one in either of the small feet.

• This Installation Instructions Manual must be used in conjunction with the equipment’s Owner’s Manual. The Owner’s
manual describes equipment setup and instructs members on how to use it correctly and safely.

• The Triceps Press Machine weighs approximately 340 Kg (750 lbs) when fully assembled and occupies an area 130
cm wide by 140 cm deep. Star Trac recommends the addition of 1-2 people during assembly, and when moving the
equipment to its designated point of use.

THREAD LOCKER APPLICATION:

Clean all threads and holes, apply no more than 3-4 drops per bolt.

2• 13MM OPEN-END WRENCH

1• 17MM OPEN-END WRENCH

1• 19MM OPEN-END WRENCH

1• 13MM SOCKET

11• 6MM HEX KEY SOCKET

1• TORQUE WRENCH

Thru Holes Blind Holes

Metric Steel Bolts Torque Specifications

Torque, N-m (lbs-ft)Thread PitchBolt Size

6mm

4.5 to 6 (6 to 8)1.25

9.5 to 12 (13 to 16)1.258mm

10mm

26 to 30 (35 to 40)1.75

• Torque all hardware to values as specified above, unless noted otherwise.

• See Page 11 of this manual for fastener sizing information; for reference only.

• Note: All torque values are in N-m unless otherwise stated.

Should any component not be present or if you have any operational questions, please refer to your owner’s manual or on
the web @ www.startrac.com

. Specifically refer to your Inspiration serial number and model number labeled on your

equipment.

PACKAGING REMOVAL:

Carefully remove all packaging materials that wrap the equipment. DO NOT USE A KNIFE OR BOX
CUTTER AS YOU MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. At this time remove any sub-components

from the pallet and set aside for later assembly.

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REMOVE THE SHROUDS:

1. Using a 4MM hex key socket remove the
(M6,30MM,Button Head Bolt) from the rear of the
weight stack. Save this bolt as you will need it to
re-install later. After the bolt has been removed
rotate the black TOP BUMPER towards the front
of the weight stack and lift it off. Carefully store the
TOP BUMPER for later use.

2. Gripping the top edges of the outside SHROUD lift
and remove it from the weight stack. Carefully
store the SHROUD for later use.

3. Now repeat step 2 with the inside SHROUD.

REMOVE FROM PALLET:

1. After removing the shrouds, listed above, remove
the bolts securing the equipment to the pallet. The
bolts can be found inside the weight stack as
shown. There will also be a bolt through each of
the small feet.

2. Once all bolts fastening the equipment to the
pallet have been removed, carefully slide the
equipment off of the pallet and place it in the
desired location.

INSTALL PROTECTIVE FEET:

1. Your equipment shipped with a set of
PROTECTIVE FEET. Remove the liner from the
double sided tape located on the inside edges of
the small PROTECTIVE FEET. Tilt the equipment
towards the weight stack until the two smaller feet
lift off the ground, press the PROTECTIVE FEET
into place and set the equipment back on the
ground.

2. Remove the liner from the double sided tape
located on the inside edges of the large

PROTECTIVE FOOT. Now tilt the equipment onto
the two small feet lifting the weight stack off the
ground, press the large PROTECTIVE FOOT into
place and set the equipment back on the ground.

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INSTALLING COUNTER BALANCE:

CAUTION: Counter balances are 30kg (66lbs) each and

may require two people to install.

1. Face the COUNTER BALANCE with the STAR
TRAC logo facing away from the equipment frame
as shown. Press the COUNTER BALANCE onto
the shaft until both bearings are entirely pressed
onto the shaft.

2. After the COUNTER BALANCE has been pressed
onto the shaft install and tighten the
(M8,25MM,Hex Bolt) & (M8,Washer) using a
13mm socket. The counter balance should now
spin freely.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 with the second COUNTER
BALANCE on the opposite side of the equipment.

INSTALLING THE ARMS:

1. Find the ARM that is marked A and Align so that it
is positioned in the opposite direction as the
COUNTER BALANCE as shown. Using four
(M8,20MM,Button Head Bolts) and four
(M8,washers) Install and tighten the upper ARM
using a 5mm hex key socket.

2. Align the bearings in the lower ARM with the lower
pivot shaft and press into place. You will know
when the lower ARM has been completely
installed when the second bearing is past the
retaining ring groove in the pivot shaft.

3. Using retaining ring pliers install the retaining ring
onto the lower shaft.

4. Install end cap using (M8,16MM, Socket Head
Bolt) tighten using a 6mm hex key socket.

5. Verify that the arm has smooth operation as you
lift and lower the arm from stop to stop. Stops are
located behind the counter balance.

6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 with the second arm on
the opposite side of the equipment.

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7. Using two (M5,12MM,Button Head Bolts) install
the TRIM RINGS as shown, using a 3mm hex key
socket. Torque bolts to 1.1 N-m MAX.

8. Repeat step 7 to install the TRIM RINGS onto the
second arm.

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INSTALLING UPPER PULLEYS:

1. Align the PULLEY with the mounting boss on the
equipment frame and install a (M10,50MM,Button
Head Bolt) and a (M10, Flat Washers.)

2. Orient the cable keeper at an approximate 45
angle with the horizon as shown. Tighten using a
6mm hex key socket.

3. Repeat steps 1 & 2 to install the second UPPER
PULLEY on the opposite side of the equipment
frame.

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INSTALLING DUAL PULLEYS:

1. Align the DUAL PULLEY bracket with the five M10
threaded inserts and install five (M10,25MM,Button
Head Bolts) and five (M10,Flat Washers) and
tighten using a 6mm hex key socket.

ROUTING CABLE:

Note: It will be necessary to remove the CABLE

GUIDE from any pulley where the cable needs
installation. To do this use a 5mm hex key
socket and a 13mm wrench to remove the
(M8,40MM,Button Head Bolt), two (M8, Flat
Washers), and (M8, NUT) As shown. This will
allow you to remove the CABLE GUIDE and
insert the cable. After the cable has been
installed reinstall the CABLE GUIDE,
(M8,40MM,Button Head Bolt), two (M8, Flat
Washers), and (M8, NUT) and tighten.

1. The cables will come from the factory installed
through the dual pulley assembly. Start with the
cable end furthest away from the weight stack
and run the cable up and away from the dual
pulley then over to the upper pulley, down to the
pulley mounted on the counter balance, around
and back up to the main frame. (Follow the
arrows shown)

DUAL

PULLEY

REMOVE GUIDE TO

INSTALL CABLE

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2. There are two CABLE ENDS that need to be
attached to the equipment frame. Install each
CABLE END to its corresponding mount using a
(M10,45MM,Button Head Bolt) as shown. Tighten
using a 6mm hex key socket.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the cable nearest to the
weight stack.

INSTALLING THE SEAT:

1. Align and install the ADJUSTABLE SEAT using
four (M8,16MM,Socket Head Bolts) and four
(M8,Washers) Tighten using a 6MM hex key.
Operate the seat up and down by squeezing the
red handle, the ADJUSTABLE SEAT should
operate smoothly.

GUIDE ROD LUBRICATION:

1. Use a general purpose LUBRICANT that does not
contain Teflon or solvent (such as 3-IN-ONE® oil.)
Apply the LUBRICANT to a cotton cloth, then run
the cotton cloth up and down the guide rods as
needed to apply a thin coat.

2. Also apply oil to the incremental weight guide
tracks.

3. Verify that the top plate and incremental plate
slide smoothly.

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Incremental

Guide Track

Guide Rod

TOP PLATE & CABLE ADJUSTMENT:

1. Engage pin at maximum weight and
actuate arm 3 to 4 times to fully seat the weight
stacks.

2. Disengage pins and verify that there
is no gap between the Top Plate and the lower
weight plate. If a gap exists or if there is too much
slack on the cable, then the cable tension needs
to be adjusted.

3. Using two 13MM open end wrench, loosen the
upper M8 Jam Nuts. Adjust cable tension until the
Top Plate drops and rests on to the weight stack.

4. Hand tighten the jam nuts and check to make sure
the gap is gone. Cable should deflect no more
than ±25mm from centerline without raising the
Top Plate. Check for smooth pin
engagement.

5. Tighten jam nuts.

INCREMENTAL WEIGHT ADJUSTMENT:

1. Check to make sure the gap between the TOP
PLATE pin and the 20mm hole of the
INCREMENTAL WEIGHT plate is 3mm or less
when engaged.

2. If gap is greater than 3mm, loosen but do not
remove the two BUTTON HEAD SCREWS (M6)
using a 4MM hex key.

3. Slide the bracket up or down to create a 3mm gap.

4. Re-tighten the two BUTTON HEAD SCREWS.

M8 Jam Nut (2X)

Washer (2X)

Frame

No Gap

GAP

SCREWS

REAR FOOT ADJUSTMENT:

1. Verify that the equipment is at the desired location
and then check to make sure the feet contact the
ground and leveled.

2. If the machine rocks or is tippy, adjust rear foot by
loosening the two Nyloc nuts using a 13MM open­end wrench and a 6MM hex key.

3. Slide the foot up or down until the machine is
leveled.

4. Re-tighten the bolts and nuts.

INCREMENTAL WEIGHT PLATE

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INSTALLING THE SHROUDS:

1. Insert the SHROUDS from the top sliding
downward. The SHROUDS have seven hooks for
mounting. Before the shroud can be slide down
into place, the SHROUD hooks need to be aligned
with the corresponding mounting holes found on
the weight frame of the equipment. Once the
SHROUD hooks are in the mounting holes and the
SHROUD has been slid into place verify that the
top of the SHROUD is aligned with the top of the
weight stack. If the SHROUD is not aligned use
the palm of your hand and tap the SHROUD down
until it is aligned.

2. Repeat step 1 with the inside shroud and verify
alignment.

3. After both shrouds have been installed install the
black TOP BUMPER by first inserting the two tabs
found on the large end of the TOP BUMPER into
the equipment main frame. Now rotate the TOP
BUMPER down until it is sitting flush on top of the
weight frame. Install the (M6,30MM,Button Head
Bolt) through the weight frame into the TOP
BUMPER as shown. Torque to 1.1 N-m max. Do

not use thread locker on this bolt.

MACHINE CLEARANCE AND SPACING

For the safe operation of Inspiration Strength™ Star Trac recommends that a clearance of 24 inches (60.96cm)
be maintained between and behind machines including moving arms and levers. To insure safe entry and exit to
each unit a walkway of at least 36 inches (91.44cm) inches is recommended front of, or on the entry side of each

machine.

WARNING!

Before using this product, it is essential to read the ENTIRE operations manual and ALL
installation Instructions. The Owner’s manual describes equipment setup and instructs members
on how to use it correctly and safely.

Health related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equipment. Star
Trac strongly recommends you to encourage you and your members to discuss their health
program or fitness regimen with a health care professional, especially if you or they have not
exercised for several years, are over 35, or have known health conditions.

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STAR TRAC

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Irvine, California 92606

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www.startrac.com

Part No. 620-7937, Rev B., 21 Aug 2009