TuffStuff CFM-550 Owner's Manual
OWNER’ S MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Introduction - Pg. 1
Safety Precautions - Pg. 2
Assembly for CFM-550
Pg. 3 - Pg. 17
Cable Adjustments Diagram- Pg. 18
Cable Mapping Diagram - Pg. 20
Exploded View Diagram - Pg. 21
Parts List - Pg. 22
Adjustment Features
Pg. 23 - Pg. 24
Maintenance - Pg. 25
Warranty - Back Page
CFM-550
Compact Frontal Machine
America’s Premium Exercise Equipment
Revision Date 06-26-01
75”
48”
L 75” W 48” H 84”
© 2000 TASK INDUSTRIES, INC.
CFM-550 Rev. 0
Introduction
About the Compact Frontal Machine (CFM-550)
Congratulations on your new purchase of the Compact Frontal
Machine (CFM-550). This gym is capable of a variety of different
exercises, as-well-as, smooth and user-friendly adjustment
features. In addition, this gym has been designed to meet the
needs and performance requirements for a suitable home exercise
machine. We hope you are completely satisfied with this product
and wish you many years of enjoyment.
Tuff Stuff Equipment
This Tuffstuff product has been built to precise quality standards
and has been carefully packaged to ensure that damage will not
occur during shipment.
indicating final inspection has been conducted by our line foreman,
is an expression of our confidence in the completeness, the
materials, and workmanship of this product.
The Home Lifetime Warranty and signature
Warranty
SEE A COPY OF WARRANTY ON BACK PAGE.
Registration Card
To avoid unnecessary delays in warranty service and to insure that
a permanent record of your purchase is on file with our factory, be
sure to complete the warranty registration card and send it to Task
Industries today.
Specifications
1. Maximum Wt. Capacity - 200 Lbs. Fixed
2. Total Machine Weight - 430 Lbs.
3. Footprint (LWH) - See Front Cover
About the Icons
The icons displayed in this Owner’s Manual are used to facilitate
the correct assembly and safe use of this Product, as-well-as to
prevent injury to yourself or anyone else.
Note provides information necessary to properly
complete a procedure or information which will
make the procedure easier to understand.
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
LOOSELY FASTEN
FULLY FASTEN
tion, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
Loosely Fasten provides a instruction to loosely
fasten (ex: hand tighten) a hardware assembly
only. This instruction is intended for the alignment
of hardware components during the assembly
process.
Fully Fasten provides a instruction to fully fasten
(ex: completely tighten) a hardware assembly.
Prior to the Assembly of the CFM-550
1. We advise you to consult your local Tuff Stuff retailer if you
should have a question or problem regarding the proper
assembly of this Compact Frontal Machine (CFM-550).
2. Consider the complete surface area of the CFM-550. Use the
overhead view located on the front page for designing your
layout before assembling. Once the CFM-550 has been fully
assembled it will be heavy and difficult to move, therefore you
should assemble the CFM-550 in the area where it is to be used
upon completion.
3. It is recommended that another person assist you with the
assembly of this unit.
4. Neatly organize and identify all parts according to the Parts List
on page 22, and the Exploded View Diagram on page 21.
Tool Requirements
1.One 9/16” combination wrench
2.One 3/4” combination wren ch
3.One 7/8” combination wrench
4.One 1/2” combination wrench
5.Two 7/16” combination wrenches
6.One ratchet
7.One 9/16” socket
8.One 3/4” socket
9.One rubber mallet
10.Windex or household glass cleaner
11.One can silicone spray/ teflon spray lubricant
12.Multi-purpose grease
13.Measuring tape
14.Utility knife
Assembly Notes
1. Read and follow each step of this Assembly Instruction Manual in
sequence. Do not skip ahead, as it will result in an improper
assembly or in having to disassemble parts later.
2. During the assembly of this unit you will be instructed to leave
some Hex Head Cap Screws loosely fastened. Naturally, they
will be fully fastened later in the assembly process. This is done
to prevent any difficulty with alignment of some parts during this
Hardware Measurement Diagram
Note: Due to continuing product improvements, specifications and designs are subject to change
without notice.
Even though we have prepared this manual with extreme care, neither the publisher nor the author
can accept responsibility for any errors in, or omission from, the information given.
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Safety Precautions
S afety First
Regardless of how enthusiastic you may be about getting on
your equipment and exercising, take the time to ensure that
your safety is not jeopardized. A moment’s lack of attention
can result in an accident, as can failure to observe certain
simple safety precautions.
1. Read, study and understand the Owner’s Manual and all
the warning labels on this product. Furthermore, it is
recommended to familiarize yourself and others with the
proper operation and workout recommendations for this
Tuff Stuff product prior to use. Some of this information
can be obtained in this Owner’s Manual, as-well-as from
your local Tuff Stuff retailer.
2. It is imperative that you retain this Owner’s Manual and be
sure all warning labels are legible and intact.
Replacement Owner’s Manuals and labels are available
from your local Tuff Stuff retailer.
3. Consult with your physician before beginning any exercise
program.
4. Use proper discretion when children are present.
5. Frayed or worn cables can be dangerous and may cause
injury. Periodically check these cables for any indication
of wear.
6. Keep hands, limbs, loose clothing and long hair well out of
the way of moving parts.
7. Do not attempt to lift more weight than you can control
safely.
8. Inspect the Compact Frontal Machine for any sign of wear
on parts, hardware becoming loose or cracks on welds. If
a problem is found do not use or allow the machine to
be used until the defective part is repaired or replaced.
9. Pay special attention to the Push Pull Pins 1/2 X 3-1/2
(#38) located on the Press Bar Selector Housing (#7),
and the Front Upright (#5), also the Turn/Pull Pin w/
Knob (#39) located on the Leg Extension Bench Frame
(#4). See Fig.1. Be sure they are fully engaged into the
selected holes. Refer to Fig. 2, 3 for further illustration of
this instruction.
Push Pull Pin
1/2 X 3-1/2 (#38)
Push Pull Pin
1/2 X 3-1/2 (#38)
Turn/Pull Pin
w/Knob (#39)
Fig. 1 Illustration above depicts the location of the Push Pull Pins 1/2”
X 3-1/2 (#38) and the Turn/Pull Pin w/Knob (#39) on this unit.
Push Pull Pin
1/2 X 3-1/2
Fully Engaged
Fig. 2 Caution: Check that the two Push Pull Pins 1/2 X 3-1/2 (#38)
located on the Press Bar Selector Housing (#7), and the Front Upright
(#5) are fully engaged into the selected holes of the Press Bar (#6), and
the Back Pad Bracket (#12).
Turn/Pull Pin w/Knob
Fully Engaged
Fig. 3 Caution: Check the Turn/Pull Pin w/Knob (#39) to be fully
engaged into the selected hole of the Bench Press Adj. Seat Tube (#9).
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FIG. 4 On a flat surface, lay the Base Frame (#1) down and insert four
Plastic End Caps w/Groove 2” Sq. (#47) onto the tube-ends of the Base
Frame (#), as shown above.
Note: When positioning the Base Frame (#1) consider the
complete area surface of the CFM-550. Use the overhead view on
the cover page for designing your layout before assembling.
FIG. 5 Next, locate the Low Row Foot Assembly (#10) and, using a
rubber mallet, insert two Plastic End Caps 2” Rd. (#56) and one Plastic
Insert Cap 1-3/4 Sq. (#57) into the tube-ends. Next, slide the Low Row
Foot Assembly (#10) into the receptacle of the Base Frame (#1), as
shown above.
FIG. 6 Next, locate the Rear Upright (#2) and, using a rubber mallet,
insert one Plastic Insert Cap 2 X 3 (#54) into the tube-end. Next, insert
two Plastic End Caps w/Groove 2 X 3 (#48) onto the stabilizer of the Rear
Upright (#2), as shown above.
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FIG. 7 Attach the Rear Upright (#2) to the Base Frame (#1) and
secure it into place using two Hex Head Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 4-1/4 (#77),
four Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#60), and two Nylon Insert Lock Nuts 3/8-16
(#69).
Loosely Fasten: Do not completely fasten this hardware
assembly at this time, as it will be completely fastened later in the
LOOSELY FASTEN
assembly process.
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Owner’s Manual: Assembly Instructions
FIG. 8 This picture depicts the position of the Front Upright (#5), and
where it is going to be assembled on the Base Frame (#1).
Note: The Back Pad Bracket (#12) has been pre-assembled to the
Front Upright (#5) by the factory.
FIG. 9 Caution: It is recommended to use another person in as-
sisting with this assembly.
Attach the Front Upright (#5) to the Base Frame (#1) and secure it into
place using one Hex Head Cap Screw 3/8-16 X 2-3/4 (#75), two Flat
Washers SAE 3/8” (#60), and one Nylon Insert Jam Lock Nut 3/8-16
(#68).
Loosely Fasten: Do not completely fasten this hardware
assembly at this time, as it will be completely fastened later in
LOOSELY FASTEN
the assembly process.
FIG. 10 Attach the Leg Extension Bench Frame (#4) to the Base
Frame (#1) and secure it into place using one Hex Head Cap Screw 3/8-
16 X 4-1/2 (#78), two Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#60), and one Nylon Insert
Jam Lock Nut 3/8-16 (#68). Next, attach the Leg Extension Bench
Frame (#4) to the Front Upright (# 5) and secure it into place using one
Hex Head Cap Screw 3/8-16 X 2-3/4 (#75), two Flat Washers SAE
3/8” (60), and one Nylon Insert Jam Lock Nut 3/8-16 (#68).
Loosely Fasten: Do not completely fasten this hardware
assembly at this time, as it will be completely fastened later in the
LOOSELY FASTEN
assembly process.
Next, using a rubber mallet, insert one Plastic Insert Cap 2” Sq. (#53) into
the front of the Leg Extension Bench Frame (#4).
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FIG. 11 Locate the Leg Extension Arm (#8), and using a rubber mal-
let, insert one Plastic Insert Cap 1-1/2 Sq. (#50) into the tube-end.
Next, affix the Leg Extension Arm (#8), in the position as shown above,
to the Leg Extension Bench Frame (#4) and secure it into place by inserting the Leg Extension Axle 1/2 X 2-3/4 (#14) through the Leg
Extension Bench Frame (#4) and Leg Extension Arm (#8) until it be-
comes flush with both sides of the Leg Extension Bench Frame (#4).
Note: It is recommended to grease the Leg Extension Axle 1/2 X
2-3/4 (#14) with multi-purpose grease prior to assembling.
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FIG. 12 Next, secure the Leg Extension Axle 1/2 X 2-3/4 (#14) to the
Leg Extension Bench Frame (#4) using two Set Screws 1/4-20 X 3/8
(#42), as shown above. Use the supplied Hex Key 1/8” (#86) for fastening
these Set Screws.
FIG. 13 Insert the Press Bar Selector Housing (#7), in the position as
shown above, to the Top Pulley Housing (#3) and secure it into place by
inserting a Pivot Axle 1 X 8-1/8 (#15) through the receptacle of the Press
Bar Selector Housing (#2) and the Top Pulley Housing (#5) until the
axle becomes flush with both sides of the Press Bar Selector Housing
(#7)
Note: It is recommended to grease the Pivot Axle 1 X 8-1/8 (#15)
with multi-purpose grease prior to assembling.
FIG. 14 Next, secure the Pivot Axle 1 x 8-1/8 (#15) to the Press Bar
Selector Housing (#7) using two Set Screws 1/4-20 X 3/8 (#42), as
shown above. Use the supplied Hex Key 1/8” (#86) for fastening these
Set Screws.
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FIG. 15 Using a rubber mallet, insert two Plastic Insert Caps 2” Sq.
(#53) into the tube-ends of the Press Bar Selector Housing (#7), as
shown above.
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FIG. 16 Caution: It is recommended to use another person in as-
sisting with this assembly.
Attach the Top Pulley Housing (#3) to the Front Upright (# 5) and secure
it into place using two Hex Head Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 4-1/2 (#78), four
Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#60), and two Nylon Insert Lock Nuts 3/8-16
(#69).
Loosely Fasten: Do not completely fasten this hardware
assembly at this time, as it will be completely fastened later in the
LOOSELY FASTEN
assembly process.
FIG. 17 Attach the Top Pulley Housing (#3) to the Rear Upright (#2)
and secure it into place using two Hex Head Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 4-1/4
(#77), four Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#60), and two Nylon Insert Lock Nuts
3/8-16 (#69).
Fully Fasten: Proceed to align and fully fasten this hardware
assembly and all the previous assemblies that were left loosely
fastened. (Assemblies described in Fig.7, Fig.9, Fig.10, and
FULLY FASTEN
Fig.16).
FIG. 18 Insert the two Guide Rods 3/4 X 72 (#22) into the receptacles
located on the Base Frame (#1), as shown above. Slide one Rubber
Donut 3/4 X 2 1/2 (#44) onto each Guide Rod 3/4 X 72 (#22), as shown.
Note: Lubricate the Guide Rods 3/4 X 72 (#22) with silicone or
teflon lubricant before proceeding.
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FIG. 19 Carefully begin sliding the Weight Plates over the Guide
Rods (#22) beginning with the five 15 Lb. Weight Plates (#23) at the bot-
tom, the nine 10 Lb. Weight Plates (#24) in the middle, and the five 5 Lb.
Weight Plates (#25) on top of the weight stack.
Caution: Do not lift more than you can control safely. In addition,
do not lift using only your back. It is recommended that when you
are lifting, bend your knees and lift slowly with your back straight.
Be sure that the weight is distributed over your knees or legs
when lifting. Also, it is advisable to wear a well fitted lifting belt
during heavy lifting.
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FIG. 20 Now slide the Top Plate/Selector Bar (#26) over the Guide
Rods (#22) allowing it to come to rest on the completed weight stack.
Note: Be sure the Label located on the Top Plate/Selector Bar
(#26) is facing toward you before you slide the Top Plate/Selector
Bar (#26) over the Guide Rods 3/4 X 72 (#22).
FIG. 21 Next, locate the Selector Pin w/Coil (#31) and slide its ring
over the Selector Bar (#26) as shown above.
FIG. 22 Locate the Guide Rod Retainer Housing (#11) and, using a
rubber mallet, insert two Plastic Insert Caps 1 X 2 ( #51) into the tubeends, as shown above.
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FIG. 23 Maneuver each one of the Guide Rod s (#22) into the holes located on the bottom side of the Guide Rod Retainer Housing (#11), as
shown above.
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Owner’s Manual: Assembly Instructions
FIG. 24 Mount the Guide Rod Retainer Housing (#11) along with the
two captive Guide Rods (#22) to the side of the Top Pulley Housing
(#3), as shown above, and secure them into place using two Hex Head
Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 3-1/4 (#76), four Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#60), and
two Nylon Insert Lock Nuts 3/8-16 (#69).
FIG. 25 Next, using a rubber mallet, insert two Plastic Insert Caps 2"
Sq. (#53-Not shown) into the tube-ends of the Press Bar (#6).
Caution: It is recommended to use another person in assisting
with this assembly.
Insert the Press Bar (#6) up into the Press Bar Selector Housing (#7)
and support it into place using the Push-Pull Pin 1/2 X 3-1/2 (#38), as
shown above.
FIG. 26 Caution: It is recommended to use another person in as-
sisting with this assembly.
Insert a Pivot Axle 1 X 8-1/8 (#15) into the Press Bar Selector Housing
(#7) and through the Press Arm (#6) until it becomes flush with both sides
of the Press Bar Selector Housing (#7).
Note: It is recommended to grease the Pivot Axle 1 X 8-1/8 (#15)
with multi-purpose grease prior to assembling.
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FIG. 27 Adjust the Press Bar (#6) to the far back Press Bar Setting, as
shown above, and release the Push-Pull Pin 1/2 X 3-1/3 (#38) to lock the
Press Bar (#6) into this position.
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