Congratulations on your new purchase of the Lat/Mid-Row.
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. The limited lifetime
warranty and signature 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.
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.
2. Total Machine Weight - 555 Lbs.
3. Footprint (LWH) - See Front Page
Prior to the Assembly of the Lat/Mid -Row
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 unit.
2. Neatly organize and identify all parts according to the
Parts List and the Exploded View Diagram .
Tool Requirements
1. One 3/4” combination wrench
2. One 9/16” combination wrench
3. One 1/2” combination wrench
4. One 7/16” combination wrench
5. One ratchet
6. One 9/16” socket
7. One 3/4” socket
8. One 7/16” socket
9. Rubber mallet
10. Windex or household glass cleaner
11. One can silicone spray / teflon spray lubricant
12. Measuring tape
13. Utility knife
Hardware Measurement Diagram
Note: Due to continuing product improvements, specifications and designs are subject to change
without notice.
Safety 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
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 of Owner’s Manuals and labels are available
from your local Tuff Stuff retailer.
3. Consult with your physician before beginning any exercise
program.
Safety Precautions
WASHER DIAMETER
SCREW WIDTH
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 Unit 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.
NUT DIAMETER
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FIG. 1 Using a rubber mallet, insert three Plastic End Caps 2 X 3
(#60) onto the tube-ends of the Base Frame (#26). Next, on a flat
surface, attach the Base Frame (#26) to the assembled Weight
Stack Frame (#1) using two Hex Head Cap Screws 1/2-13 X 3 1/2
(#20), four Flat Washers SAE 1/2” (#25), and two Nylon Insert Lock
Nuts 1/2-13 (#18).
Note: Use the overhead view on the cover page for designing
your layout before assembling.
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FIG. 2 Remove the Guide Rod Retainer (#4), and the Top Plate
Selector Bar (#6) to allow the assembly of the weight plates.
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FIG. 3 Carefully begin sliding the Weight Plates (#5) onto the
Guide Rods (#3), in position as shown above, allowing the first one
to rest on top of the Rubber Donuts (#12).
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FIG. 4 Slide the Top Plate Selector Bar (#6) onto the Guide
Rods (#3) allowing it to rest on top of the completed Weight Stack.
Note: Be sure the label on the Top Plate Selector Bar (#6) is
facing out, as shown above, before sliding the Top Plate Se-
lector Bar (#6) onto the Guide Rods (#3).
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FIG. 5 Maneuver the two Guide Rods (#3) into the holes on the
bottom side of the Guide Rod Retainer (#4).
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FIG. 6 Caution: it is strongly recommended to use another
Attach the Front Upright (#27) to the Base Frame (#26) , in the position as shown above, using two Hex Head Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 4 1/4
(#68), four Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#15), and two Nylon Insert Lock
Nuts 3/8-16 (#70).
person in assisting with this assembly.
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FIG. 7 Attach the Front Upright (#27) to the Guide Rod Retainer
(#4) and the Weight Stack Frame (#1) using two Hex Head Cap
Screws 1/2-13 X 3 1/2 (#20), four Flat Washers SAE 1/2” (#25), and
two Nylon Insert Lock Nuts 1/2-13 (#18).
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FIG. 8 Adhere the Decal Weight Numbers (#91) to the Weight Plates
(#5) in the corresponding order. Begin with the 20 at the top, 30 next,
and so on.
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FIG. 9 Locate the Selector Pin w/Coil (#90) and slide the ring
over the Selector Bar (#6) as shown above.
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FIG. 10 Attach the Seat Frame (#30) to the Front Upright (#27)
using two Hex Head Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 4 1/4 (#68), four Flat
Washers SAE 3/8” (#15), and two Nylon Insert Lock Nuts 3/8-16
(#70). Next, attach the Seat Frame (#30) to the Base Frame (#26)
using two Hex Head Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 4 1/4 (#68), four Flat
Washers SAE 3/8” (#15), and two Nylon Insert Lock Nuts 3/8-16
(#70).
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FIG. 11 Attach the Top Pulley Assembly (#28) to the Front Up-
right (#27) using four Hex Head Cap Screws 1/2-13 X 1 (#69), four
Split Lock Washers B/O 1/2” (#71), and four Flat Washers SAE
1/2” (#25).
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FIG. 12
Using a rubber mallet, insert the Pivot Axle (#37) through the receptacles
of the Press Bar (#29) and the Top Pulley Assembly (#28) until it becomes flush with both sides of the Press Bar (#29).
Caution: It is strongly recommended to use another
person in assisting with this assembly.
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FIG. 13 Secure the Press Bar (#29) to the Pivot Axle (#37) using
two Button Head Socket Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 1 (#64), two Split Lock
Washers 3/8” (#72), and two Chrome Washers 3/8 X 1 1/2 (#55).
Use the two supplied Hex Keys 7/32” (#88) to fasten this assembly
properly.
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FIG. 14 Attach the Lat Bar Holder (#36) to the Top Pulley Assem-
bly (#28) using one Hex Head Cap Screw 3/8-16 X 2 3/4 (#67), two
Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#15), and one Nylon Insert Jam Lock Nut 3/816 (#19).
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FIG. 15 Begin routing the Cable (#42) through the tube of the Top
Pulley Assembly (#28).
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FIG. 16 Attach two Nylon Pulleys 4 1/2” Rd. (#13-Labeled A, B) to
the Top Pulley Assembly (#28) using two Hex Head Cap Screws
3/8-16 X 2 1/2 (#21), four Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#15), and two Nylon Insert Jam Lock Nuts 3/8-16 (#19). Be sure the cable is routed
properly into the groove of the Nylon Pulleys.
Note: The black boxed letter pointing to the pulleys are used
throughout this manual as reference to the Cable Mapping Diagram on fold-out page 15. These black boxed letters will be
primarily used for locating certain pulleys during the cable routing process beginning with Fig. 16.
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FIG. 17 Route the Cable (#42) through the openings of the Front
Upright (#27), as shown above.
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FIG. 18 Attach two Nylon Pulleys 4 1/2 Rd. (#13-Labeled C, E) to
the Front Upright (#27), in the position as shown above, and secure
them into place using two Hex Head Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 2 1/2
(#21), four Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#15), and two Nylon Insert Jam
Lock Nuts 3/8-16 (#19). Next, insert the Cable (#42) and a Nylon
Pulley 4 1/2” Rd. (#13-Labeled D) to the Press Bar (#29) pulley
bracket and secure the pulley into place using one Hex Head Cap
Screw 3/8-16 X 2 (#22), two Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#15), and one
Nylon Insert Jam Lock Nut 3/8-16 (#19). Be sure the cable is routed
properly into the groove of the Nylon Pulleys.
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FIG. 19 Route the Cable (#42) over a Nylon Pulley 4 1/2 Rd. (#13Labeled F) and attach the pulley to the Top Pulley Assembly (#28)
using one Hex Head Cap Screw 3/8-16 X 2 1/2 (#21), two Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#15), and one Nylon Insert Jam Lock Nut 3/8-16 (#19).
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FIG. 20 Next, route the Cable (#42) down through the holes of the
Plastic Shroud Lid (#8) and the Top Guide Rod Retainer (#4).
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FIG. 21 Connect the Cable (#42) to the Top Plate Selector Bar
(#6) by threading the Finished Hex Nut 1/2-13 (#80) and inserting a
Split Lock Washer Z/P 1/2” (#78) to the Cable Hex Top Bolt 1/2-13 X
3 (#79). Then, thread the Cable Hex Top Bolt 1/2-13 X 3 (#79) to the
threaded socket of the Top Plate Selector Bar (#6).
Loosely Fasten: Do not completely fasten this hardware assembly at this time, as it will be completely fastened later in
the assembly process.
Note: Refer to Fig A on fold-out page 15 for further detailed illustration of this assembly.
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FIG. 22 Attach the Snap Link (#85) to the Clevis Bracket (#81) using one Shoulder Bolt 3/8 X 3/4 (#83), and one Nylon Insert Lock Nut
5/16-18 (#84). Use the supplied Hex Key 3/16” (#89) and a 1/2” combination wrench to fasten this assembly properly.
Note: Refer to Fig. B on fold-out page 15 for further illustration
of this assembly.
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FIG. 23 Connect the Lat Bar (#43) to the Cable (#42) using the
Snap Link (#85).
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FIG. 24 Rest the Lat Bar (#43) onto the Lat Bar Holder (#36) when not
in use.
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FIG. 29 Insert the Foot Roll Tube (#35) into the receptacle of the
Adjustable Foot Roll Tube (#33), as shown above.
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FIG. 30 Attach two
Roll Tube (#35) and secure them into place using two Hex Head Cap
Screws 3/8-16 X 1 1/2 (#66).
Foam Rolls 1 X 5 1/2 X 7 1/4 (#41) to the Foot
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FIG. 31 Affix the Seat Pad (#38) to the Adjustable Seat Pad Tube
(#31) using four Hex Head Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 1 1/4 (#65), and four
Flat Washers SAE 3/8” (#15).
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FIG. 32 Attach the two Metal Hinges (#57) to the axle of the Adjust-
able Chest Pad Tube (#32). Be sure to position the Metal Hinges (#57)
as shown above.
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FIG. 33 Attach the Chest Pad (#39) to the Metal Hinges (#57) using two Hex Head Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 1 1/4 (#65), and two Flat
Washers SAE 3/8” (#15).
CABLE ADJUSTMENT
It is imperative that you maintain proper cable adjustment to ensure
a safe and smooth operation.
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FIG. 34 Affix the Weight Shroud (#2) to the bottom of the Weight
Stack Frame (#1) and at the top of the Guide Rod Retainer (#4) us-
ing four Hex Head Cap Screws 1/4-20 X 3/4 (#17), and four Flat
Washers 1/4” (#16).
Loosely Fasten: Do not completely fasten this hardware assembly at this time, as it will be completely fastened later in
the assembly process.
Caution: The Cable should be inspected and adjusted periodically to avoid any slack in the cable which would, consequently, prevent any damage to the equipment or personal
injury.
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Cable Adjustment
1. Loosen the Finished Hex Nut 1/2-13 (#80).
2. Thread the Cable Hex Tap Bolt 1/2-13 X 3 (#79) in or out
of the threaded socket of the Top Plate Selector Bar (#6)
to give the Cable (#42) proper tension.
3. Re-tighten the Finished Hex Nut 1/2-13 (#80) to complete
the adjustment.
Caution: Make sure the Cable Hex Tap Bolt 1/2-13
X 3 (#79) is threaded at least 1/2” into the threaded
socket of the Top Plate Selector Bar (#6) once the
cable adjustment has been completed.
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FIG. 35 Connect the two Plastic Shroud Edge Protectors (#9) to the
Plastic Shroud Gap Cover (#7) using the two Plastic Connectors
(#87).
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FIG. 36 Attach the Plastic Shroud Gap Cover (#7) and the Plastic
Shroud Edge Protector (#9) to the edge of the Weight Shroud (#2).
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FIG. 37 Align the edge of the Weight Shroud (#2)with the grooves
of the Plastic Shroud Gap Cover (#7) and the Plastic Shroud Edge
Protectors (#9).
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FIG. 38 Affix the Weight Shroud (#2) to the bottom of the Weight
Stack Frame (#1) and at the top of the Guide Rod Retainer (#4) us-
ing four Hex Head Cap Screws 1/4-20 X 3/4 (#17), and four Flat
Washers 1/4” (#16).
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FIG. 39 Secure the Plastic Shroud Lid (#8) to Guide Rod Retainer
(#4) using two Flat Head Socket Cap Screws 3/8-16 X 3 (#23).
1WEIGHT STACK FRAME 60" LONG LAT UP0950153TURN/PULL PIN W/KNOB AND LOCK BNH09891
2WEIGHT SHROUD 60" LONG UP0776254FLAT PHILLIPS MACHINE SCREW 8-32 X 1/4 BNH04081
3GUIDE ROD 3/4 X 59-5/8 UP0777255CHROME WASHER 3/8 X 11/2BNH10152
4GUIDE ROD RETAINERUP0842156CHROME WASHER 5/8 X 5/32 X 1 1/2BNH11722
510 LB CAST WEIGHT PLATE GREYBNH0904 1957METAL HINGE BNH00462
610 LB TOP PLATE W/ADJ. SLTR BAR 19 WTSBNH1100158PLASTIC INSERT CAP 2 X 3 BNH00522
7PLASTIC SHROUD GAP COVER BNH1083159PLASTIC INSERT CAP 2" SQ.BNH00122
8PLASTIC SHROUD LID 5/8 X 14 1/8 X 10 (SP-404)BNH1181160PLASTIC END CAP 2 X 3 (SIMPLEX LINE) BNH06063
9PLASTIC SHROUD EDGE PROTECTOR 1/8 X 26 3/4 BNH1179261PVC 1 X 7 1/4 BNH10232
10EDGE PROTECTOR GRAY 60" LONG BNH1176262PLASTIC INSERT CAP "A" 1 RD. BNH08122
11URETHANE BUMPER 1 3/4 BNH0229363PLASTIC INSERT CAP "B" 1 RD. BNH08132
12RUBBER DONUT 3/4 X 2 1/2 BNH0068264
13NYLON PULLEY 4 1/2 RD. WHITE BNH0556665HEX HEAD CAP SCREW GR-5 B/O 3/8-16 X 1 1/4 BNH02736
14U-STYLE TAPPED HOLE NUT 1/4-20 BNH0708866HEX HEAD CAP SCREW GR-5 B/O 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 BNH03033
15FLAT WASHER SAE B/O 3/8" BNH0239 3567HEX HEAD CAP SCREW GR-5 B/O 3/8-16 X 2 3/4 BNH02781
16FLAT WASHER SAE B/O #12 (1/4") BNH0877868HEX HEAD CAP SCREW GR-5 B/O 3/8-16 X 4 1/4 BNH03176
17HEX HEAD CAP SCREW GR-5 B/O 1/4-20 X 3/4 BNH0890869HEX HEAD CAP SCREW GR-5 B/O 1/2-13 X 1 BNH02594
18NYLON INSERT LOCK NUT B/O 1/2-13 BNH0212470NYLON INSERT LOCK NUT B/O 3/8-16 BNH02146
19NYLON INSERT JAM LOCK NUT B/O 3/8-16 BNH0365771SPLIT LOCK WASHER B/O 1/2" BNH06534
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24RUBBER GROMMET 3/4" ID (2867-012) BNH0401276HEX HEAD CAP SCREW GR-8 Z/Y 5/8-18 X 1 BNH01072
25FLAT WASHER SAE B/O 1/2" BNH0238 1277SPLIT LOCK WASHER B/O 5/8" BNH06544
26BASE FRAMEUP0934178SPLIT LOCK WASHER Z/P 1/2" BNH05721
27FRONT UPRIGHTUP0935179CABLE HEX TAP BOLT Z/P 1/2-13 X 3BNH10471
28TOP PULLEY ASSEMBLYUP0936180FINISHED HEX NUT B/O 1/2-13 BNH02011
29PRESS BARUP0937181CLEVIS BRACKET 3/16" BNH00761
30SEAT FRAME UP0938182NYLON BALL 1 3/4 X 1/4 BNH00471
31ADJUSTABLE SEAT PAD TUBEUP0939183SHOULDER BOLT ALLOY 3/8 X 3/4 BNH07181
32ADJUSTABLE CHEST PAD TUBEUP0940184NYLON INSERT LOCK NUT B/O 5/16-18 BNH02151
33ADJUSTABLE FOOT ROLL TUBEUP0941185SNAP LINK Z/P 8MM X 80MM BNH00652
34HANDLEUP0942286COIL CHAIN Z/P 3/16" BNH00171
35FOOT ROLL TUBEUP0943187
36LAT BAR HOLDERUP0327188HEX KEY 7/32" BNH05752
37PIVOT AXLEUP0944189HEX KEY 3/16" BNH03711
38SEAT PADUP0945190SELECTOR PIN W/COIL DOUBLE LOCK UP04661
39CHEST PADUP0946191DECAL-WEIGHT NUMBERS 20-200 LBS (19 PC SET) BNH12021
40WEAR COVER (OPTIONAL)UP0947192HEX KEY 3/32" BNH03721
41FOOT ROLL 1 X 5 1/2 X 7 1/4UP0350293U-STYLE TAPPED HOLE NUT 3/8-16 BNH12112
42LAT/MID-ROW CABLEUP0948194DECAL-SIMPLEX II (1 7/8 X 5 3/16) BNH1199 1
43LAT BAR 48" BNH0295195DECAL-TUFFSTUFF (2 3/4 X 19 1/16) BNH12001
44RUBBER GRIP 1 X 6 1/4 BNH0296496DECAL-EXERCISE SP-404 LAT/ROW 4 1/2 X 19 1/4 BNH11891
45RUBBER BUMPER 3/8 X 2 1/2 BNH0511197
46BRONZE BUSHING 1 X 1 1/4 X 3/4 X 1 1/2 X 1/8 BNH0527498DECAL-ADJUST CABLE HERE BNH07891
47RUBBER GRIP 1 ID X .125 X 15 BNH1072299DECAL-FOR BEST PERFORMANCE 1-1/4 X 1-1/2 BNH01431
48ALUMINUM CAP 1" RD. (CAP-100) BNH05372100DECAL-DANGER TIGHTEN THIS RET..., 3/4 X 1-1/2 BNH01422
49SOCKET SET SCREW ALLOY 10-32 X 1/8 BNH04734101DECAL-CAUTION 1 3/4 X 5-1/2 HORIZONTAL BNH01261
50PUSH PULL PIN 1/2 X 3 1/2 REGULARBNH05202102
51BALL BEARING #W 516 BNH06282103DECAL-CAUTION LAT BAR HOLDER 5 X 1 BNH01401
52STEEL BUMPER WASHER Z/P 3/8" BNH04981104SUPER LUBE TEFLON LUBRICANT 82340 BNH07042
BNH0263472SPLIT LOCK WASHER B/O 3/8" BNH06582
BNH0276573RETAINING SNAP RING EXT. PLAIN .925 X 1 X .042 BNH04192
BNH0279174FINISHED HEX JAM NUT Z/P 5/8-18 BNH08832
BNH0787275ROD END BALL JOINT F-10S FK 5/8-18 X 3/4BNH11802
BNH01152
BNH11832
BNH03601
BNH06201
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DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
LIMITED WARRANTY
TuffStuff warrants to the original purchaser only that TuffStuff equipment will be free from defects in
material and workmanship. The warranty and remedies set forth herein are conditioned upon proper
storage, installation, use, maintenance and conformance with any recommendations of TuffStuff. This
warranty does not cover products not manufactured by TuffStuff or products which are altered without
the express written consent of TuffStuff. This warranty as specified: a) Frame structure and welds —
Lifetime, b) Moving parts (e.g. pulleys, bearings, bushings) — 5 years; c) Cables upholstery, handgrips, finish and any miscellaneous parts not listed — 1 year; from the day of delivery to the original
purchaser. The obligation of TuffStuff under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing warranted
defective parts, as TuffStuff may elect, at TuffStuff’s facility in Pomona, California, without charge to
purchaser for either parts or labor. Purchaser is responsible for installation of repaired or replaced
parts, and all transportation and insurance costs on returned or replaced equipment to and from
TuffStuff’s facility in Pomona.
THE FORGOING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE SOLE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER AND THE
SOLE LIABILITY OF TUFFSTUFF WITH REGARD TO WARRANTY. NO IMPLIED STATUTORY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY. IN NO EVENT, WHETHER AS A RESULT OF BREACH OF CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE, SHALL TUFFSTUFF BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS OR
REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF EQUIPMENT, COST OF CAPITAL, COST OF SUBSTITUTION
EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME COST, OR CLAIMS OF CUSTOMERS OR PURCHASER FROM SUCH
DAMAGE.
This warranty is the final, complete and exclusive agreement of the parties with respect to the quality
or performance of the equipment and no action for breach of this written warranty or any implied warranty shall be commenced more than one (1) year after the accrual of the cause of action. No modification of this warranty or waiver of its terms shall be binding on either party unless approved in writing
by an authorized representative of the party. Contact TuffStuff at 1325 E. Franklin Avenue, Pomona,
California 91766, before returning any defective equipment.
Note: Retain your sales receipt and be sure to mail in the warranty registration card to insure that a
permanent record of your purchase is on file with the factory and to avoid unnecessary delays in
warranty service.