TuffStuff CXT-225 Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

TUFFSTUFF FITNESS INTERNATIONAL

OWNER’S MANUAL

Maintenance & Assembly Instructions

IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

NOTICE

It is the Purchaser’s/Owner’s obligation:

1. To disclose and post all Rules & Regulations, Danger, Warning and Caution
labels a xed on the machine to their customers/users.

2. Equipment to be installed by TFI Authorized Dealer or a service
company approved by TFI.

3. Provide trained personnel, supervision and correct usage of the equipment.

4. Provide scheduled inspection, maintenance & repairs and must be performed
by TFI Authorized Dealer or a service company approved by TFI.

5. Must use only genuine TFI replacement parts.

6. Machine must be anchored to a solid and level surface.

CXT-225

Smith Press Attachment

(Option for CXT-200)

CXT-225_Rev2

Revision Date 6-20-2014

Table of Contents

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................Page 3-5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................Page 6

REGISTRATION, SERVICE & ASSEMBLY ........................................................Page 7

INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE ......................................................................... Page 8

ANCHORING UNIT .............................................................................................Page 9

DANGER, WARNING, & CAUTION LABELS INFORMATION ..........Page 10-13

LABEL INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................... Page 14

STEP 1 ................................................................................................................. Page 15

STEP 2 ................................................................................................................. Page 16

STEP 3 ................................................................................................................. Page 17

PARTS LIST ......................................................................................................... Page 18

EXPLODED VIEW ............................................................................................. Page 19

BASIC EXERCISE GUIDE ................................................................................. Page 20

NOTES ................................................................................................................. Page 21

WARRANTY ....................................................................................................... Page 22

Tu Stu Fitness International Inc. continually engages in research related to product improvements. Please take the time to carefully read through
this owner’s manual thoroughly. Instructions contained in this owner’s manual are not intended to cover all details or variations possible with
equipment, or to cover every contingency that may be met in conjunction with assembly, installation, operation, maintenance or troubleshooting of
the equipment. Eventhough we have prepared this owner’s manual with extreme care, neither the manufacturer nor the author can accept
responsibility for any errors in, or omission from, the information given. Should additional information be required, or should situations arise that are
not covered by this owner’s manual, the matter should be directed to Customer Service at Tu Stu Fitness International Inc. in Chino, California.

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L 70” X W 77” X H 85”

PRODUCT WEIGHT 182 lbs

MAX-LOAD WEIGHT LIMIT - 400 lbs

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Safety Precautions

1. The Weight Lift Bar (CXT-225 Owner’s Manual part #8)
has a twist locking mechanism that

out the

at virtually

Weight Lift Bar ( CXT-225

any setting. See Fig. A

allows you to safely lock

Owner’s Manual part #8)

2. If you are adding or storing weight plates on the

(CXT-225 Owner’s Manual part #11, #12)

them. Allow enough space for weight

purchased separately) See

Fig. B

collars. (Collars must be

Weight Prongs

, do not over-load

Lock

Unlock

Fig. A Illustration above depicts the Weight Lift

Bar locking mechanism.

Barbell Weight Plates

Olympic Bar Collar

3. Pay special attention to the

Safety Stoppers (CXT-225 Owner’s

Manual part part #2,#3). Be sure they are fully engaged into the

Prongs (CXT-225 Owner’s Manual part #6) Stopper of the

Side Frames (CXT-225 Owner’s Manual part #4,#5).

to

Fig. C illustration. for further

Refer

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Weight Prong

Fig. B Warning:Use collars to prevent the weight
plates from falling off the Weight Prongs .

Fig. C Danger: Check that all Safety Stoppers
are fully engaged into the Stopper Prongs

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Safety Precautions

4. DANGER: Once the unit is completely assembled take the time to ensure

that the unit is assembled correctly square and perpendicular. Pay special
attention to the Weight Lift Bar (#8) making sure both hooks engage uniformly
and completely into each Stopper Prong (#6). If both of the Weight Lift Bar
Hooks are not engaging uniformly into the Stopper Prongs (#6), it will be

necessary to

and contact your TuffStuff Retailer or Customer Service [phone].

Press Bar

Fully Engaged

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Disengaged Press Bar

During Exercise

5. The illustrations above depict the Weight Lift Bar (#8) disengaged setting

which is used during exercise.

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6. DANGER: The Safety Stoppers (#2, #3) prevent the Weight Lift Bar (#8)

from being lowered below required point and avoid getting crushed under the
Weight Lift Bar (#8) if the weight is too heavy to control. Use the Decal
numbers on the Side Frames (#4, #5) to ensure that the Safety Stoppers
(#2, #3) are set to an equal adjustment setting (same height).

Before you add weight plates to the Weight Lift Bar (#8), you must fi rst

set-up the Safety Stoppers (#2, #3) for the required exercise. It is
recommended that you test the desired setting without weight plates on the
Weight Lift Bar (#8) to make sure the Safety Stoppers (#2, #3) are set to the
appropriate exercise setting.

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CXT-225 Smith Press Attachment

Safety Precautions

NOTE:
WHEN NOT USING THE SMITH PRESS ATTACHMENT, FULLY ENGAGE THE WEIGHT LIFT
BAR (#8) ON HIGHEST WEIGHT PRONGS AND SAFETY STOPPERS (#2, #3) RIGHT BELOW AS
SHOWN BELOW.

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Important Safety Instructions

It is the responsibility of the facility owner and/or owner of the equipment to review the Owner’s Manual with their facility
personnel and understand all Danger, Warning and Caution labels a xed on the machine. It is the responsibility of the  oor
personnel to instruct users on proper operation of the equipment and review all danger, warning and caution labels.

SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN OCCUR
IF THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT OBSERVED:

1. Obtain a medical exam before beginning any exercise program.

2. Read and understand Owner’s Manual and all Danger, Warning
and Caution labels before using this equipment. If you still need
help, seek assistance from  oor personnel.

3. Inspect the equipment before each use for wear and tear, loose
 ttings, worn or frayed cables and frame welds. DO NOT USE if it
appears to be inoperable or damaged.

4. Stop exercising if you feel faint or dizzy. Consult a physician if you
are experiencing pain.

5. Use this equipment only for the intended use.

6. Keep body, clothing and hair clear from all moving parts. Do not
attempt to free any jammed parts by yourself.

7. Always warm-up before and cool-down after weight training.
Warm-up for 10-15 minutes with stretching and cardiovascular
exercises. Cool-down should include light stretching exercises for
5-15 minutes.

8. Never hold your breath – will limit the  ow of oxygen to your brain
and may cause dizziness. The most often used breathing pattern is
inhaling during least resistance and exhaling during maximum
resistance.

9. Do not use accessories or accessory attachments that are not
recommended by TFI.

10. Make sure selector pin is completely inserted. Use only the selector
pin provided by the manufacturer.

11. Never pin the weights in an elevated position. Do not use the
machine if found in this condition.

5. Provide an adequate safety perimeter between the machine,
walls and other equipment to ensure that the facility has proper
clearance for usage and training.

6. Post and disclose all safety, rules and regulations on a bulletin
board easily accessible to users.

7. Perform regular maintenance (see Inspection Label). Pay special
attention to areas most susceptible to wear and tear, including but
not limited to cables, pulleys and rubber grips.

8. Do not lean against or pull on the framework, weight stack or
any component at all times.

9. Children must not be allowed near the equipment. Teenager must
be supervised.

10. Replace immediately all parts at  rst sign of wear or damage. If
unable to replace worn or damaged components/parts, remove
machine from service until the repair is made.

11. Use only genuine Tu Stu replacement parts. Failure to do so will
void warranty and could result in serious injury or death to the users.

12. Do not remove any decals a xed to the machine. Replace if
damaged.

13. Do not alter or modify the original manufacturer’s weight stack
with any add-on incremental weights, weight plates or
dumbbells except those with standard factory installed option.

14. Maintain a service contract with a TFI Authorized Dealer or a
Professional Service Company approved by TFI. Keep a service
log of all maintenance and repair activities. NOTICE: It is the sole
responsiblity of the owner or facility operator to ensure that regular
maintenance is performed.

Facility Safety Guidelines and Practices

1. Read and understand the Owner’s Manual before assembling,
servicing or using the equipment.

2. Equipment to be installed by TFI Authorized Dealer or
Professional Service Company approved by TFI.

3. Make sure each machine is set up and operated on a solid level
surface. Do not install equipment on an uneven surface.

4. Anchoring of equipment must be completed at time of
installation and inspected prior to use. Failure to anchor the
machine to the  oor could cause the machine to tip or fall over
due to incorrect usage and misuse, and could result in serious
injury or death.

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DANGER: indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.

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Registration, Service & Assembly

Thank you for purchasing the CXT-225 Smith Press Attachment. Weight Stack. This machine is part of the Tu Stu line of
quality strength training equipment. To maximize your use of the equipment, please study the Owner’s Manual thoroughly.

Registration
To avoid unnecessary delays on warranty parts and to insure that a
permanent record of your purchase is on  le with our company, be
sure to register online at http://www.tu stu tness.com or mail to
address shown below within 10 days of purchase.

Obtaining Service

Please use this Owner’s Manual as your guide to all parts included in
your shipment. When ordering parts, you must specify the part number
and description from this owner’s manual. Use only genuine Tu Stu
replacement parts when servicing the equipment. Failure to do
so will void warranty and could result in serious injury or death.

For information about product operation or service:
Phone: [phone] Toll Free 888-884-8275
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: service@tu stu .net or service1@tu stu .net
Hours: M–F 8:00 – 4:30 PST
Or write to: Tu Stu Fitness International Inc.
Customer Service
13971 Norton Avenue, Chino, CA 91710

Retain this Owner’s Manual for future reference when ordering
service or parts. To assist you better, please be prepared to
provide the following information:

1. Model Number 2. Place of Purchase

3. Serial Number 4. Part # and Description

Required Tools

The basic tools that you will need to assemble the CXT-225 but are not
limited to:

• 9/16” , 3/4”, 1/2” combination wrenches

• Adjustable wrench

• Ratchet wrench with 9/16” , 3/4”, 1/2” sockets

• External retaining ring pliers

• Rubber mallet, measuring tape & utility knife

• Super Lube® spray lubricant and grease

• Windex or household glass cleaner

Allow ample space around the machine for safe unrestricted use and
easier access.

Insert all bolts in the same direction. For aesthetic appearance, insert all
bolts in the same direction unless speci ed (in text or illustration) to do
otherwise.

Leave room for adjustments. Do not fully tighten fasteners until
instructed in the assembly steps to do so (to prevent any di culty with
alignment of parts during the assembly process). When not instructed,
tighten fasteners such as bolts, nuts and screws so the unit is stable, but
leave room for adjustments.

Assembly Tips

Read all “Notes” on each page before beginning each step.

While you may be able to assemble the CXT-225 using the illustrations
only, IMPORTANT safety notes and other tips are included in the text.

Some pieces may have extra holes that you will not use. Use only those
holes indicated in the instructions and illustration.

NOTE: With so many assembled parts, proper alignment and
adjustment is critical. While tightening the nuts and bolts,
be sure to leave room for  nal adjustments.

CAUTION: Obtain assistance from TFI if you have di culty
assemblying the CXT-225. Please do not attempt to
complete the assembly as this could result in equipment
failure and serious injuries to the users.

Symbols & Description

Assembly Requirements

Follow these installation requirements when assemblying the CXT-225.
Use the overhead view on the Content Page to layout your  oor plan
before assemblying.

Set up the CXT-225 on a clean, solid,  at surface. A smooth,  at surface
under the machine helps keep it level.

Loosely Tighten

70%

Fully Tighten

100%

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Loosely Tighten

Loosely tighten all hardware in this step. DO NOT Fully
Tighten. Some component(s) may need pre-assembly
and or alignment during the assembly process.

Fully Tighten

Wrench tighten all hardware in this step.

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