Tuff stuff TBU-335 Smith-Half Cage Series, THC-43C Smith-Half Cage Series, TSM-45L Smith-Half Cage Series Assembly Instruction Manual

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

Introduction
Pg. 1

Safety Precautions
Pg. 2

Assembly Instructions
Pg. 3 - Pg. 6

TBU-335 Exploded View Diagram
Pg. 7

THC-43C Exploded View Diagram
Pg. 8

TSM-45L Exploded View Diagram
Pg. 9

Maintenance
Pg. 10

Warranty

Back Page

Smith-Half Cage Series

Includes Assembly for:

TBU-335

Base Unit

THC-43C

Half Cage Conversion Kit

TSM-45L

Smith Linear Bearing Press Kit

Revision Date 04-03-03

76 1/2"

67 3/4"

America’s Premium Exercise Equipment

L 67 3/4" W 76 1/2" H 82"

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ongratulations on your new purchase of the Smith-Half Cage
eries. This gym is capable of a variety of different exercises, as-

ell-as, smooth and user-friendly adjustment features. In addition,
his gym has been designed to meet the needs and performance
equirements for a suitable home exercise machine. We hope you

re completely satisfi ed with this product and wish you many years
f enjoyment.

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his Tuffstuff product has been built to precise quality standards
nd has been carefully packaged to ensure that damage will
ot occur during shipment. The Home Lifetime Warranty and

ignature indicating fi nal inspection has been conducted by our line
oreman, is an expression of our confi dence in the completeness,
he materials, and workmanship of this product.

arranty

EE A COPY OF WARRANTY ON BACK PAGE.

egistration Card

o avoid unnecessary delays in warranty service and to insure that

permanent record of your purchase is on fi le with our factory, be

ure to complete the warranty registration card and send it to Task
ndustries today.

pecifi cations

About the Icons

The icons displayed in this Assembly Instructions are used t
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 properl
complete a procedure or information which wil
make the procedure easier to understand.

Caution indicates a potentially hazardou
situation, which, if not avoided, may result in mino
or moderate injury. It may also be used to aler
against unsafe practices.

Loosely Fasten provides a instruction to loosel
fasten (ex: hand tighten) a hardware assembl
only. This instruction is intended for the alignmen
of hardware components during the assembl
process.

Fully Fasten provides a instruction to fully fasten
(ex: completely tighten) a hardware assembly.

TBU-335 THC-43C TSM-45L

. Maximum Wt. Capacity N/A 400 Lbs. 300 Lbs.

. Total Machine Weight 220 Lbs. 40 Lbs. 80 Lbs.

. Footprint (LWH) - See Front Cover

rior to the Assembly of the Smith-Half Series

. 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.

. Consider the complete surface area of the Smith-Half Cage

Series. Use the overhead view located on the front page for
designing your layout before assembling. Once the Smith-Half
Cage Series has been fully assembled it will be heavy and
diffi cult to move, therefore you should assemble the unit in the
area where it is to be used upon completion.

. It is recommended that another person assist you with the

assembly of this unit.

. Neatly organize and identify all parts according to the Parts List

and the Exploded View Diagrams on pages 7 - 9.

ool Requirements

1. One 3/4” combination wrench

2. One 9/16” combination wrench

3. One ratchet

4. One 3/4” socket

5. One 9/16” socket

6. One rubber mallet

7. Windex or household glass cleaner

8. One can silicone spray/ tefl on spray lubricant

9. Measuring tape

0. Utility knife

Assembly Notes

1. Read and follow each step of this Assembly Instruction Manu
in sequence. Do not skip ahead, as it will result in an imprope
assembly or in having to disassemble parts later.

2. During the assembly of this unit you will be instructed to leav
some Hex Head Cap Screws loosely fastened. Naturally, the
will be fully fastened later in the assembly process. This is don
to prevent any diffi culty with alignment of some parts during thi
assembly.

Hardware Measurement Diagram

SCREWfiLENGHT

WASHERfiDIAMETER

SCREWfiWIDTH

Note: Due to continuing product improvements, specifi cations and designs are subject to change
without notice.

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Safety Precautions

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afety First

egardless of how enthusiastic you may be about getting on your equipment and

xercising, take the time to ensure that your safety is not jeopardized. A moment’s

ck of attention can result in an accident, as can failure to observe certain simple

afety precautions.

1. Read, study and understand the Assembly Instructions 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

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Tuff Stuff product prior to use. Some of this information can be obtained in this
Assembly Instructions, as-well-as from your local Tuff Stuff Retailer.

. It is imperative that you retain this Assembly Instructions and be sure all warning

labels are legible and intact. Replacement of the Assembly Instructions and
labels are available from your local Tuff Stuff Retailer.

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. Consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program.

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. Use proper discretion when children are present.

Fig. A Illustration above depicts the Press B

(#15) locking mechanism.

. Keep hands, limbs, loose clothing and long hair well out of the way of moving

parts.

. Do not attempt to lift more weight than you can control safely.

Barbell Weight Plates

Olympic Bar Colla

. Inspect the Smith-Half Cage 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 defective part is repaired or replaced.

. The Press Bar (#15) has a swivel locking mechanism that allows you to safely

lock out the Press Bar (#15) at virtually any setting. See Fig. A.

. The Safety Spotter Hooks (#11, #12) prevent the bar from being lowered

below desired point and avoid getting crushed under the Press Bar (#15) if the
weight is too heavy to control. Use the Decal-numbers 1-20 (#64) on the Front

Uprights (#4) to ensure that the Safety Spotter Hooks (#11,#12) are set to an

equal adjustment setting (same height).

10. Before you add weight plates to the Press Bar (#15), you should fi rst set-up the

Safety Spotter Hooks (#11,#12) for the desired exercise. It is recommended

that you test the desired setting without weight plates on the Press Bar (#15)
to make sure the Safety Spotter Hooks (#11,#12) are on the appropriate
exercise setting.

Weight Prong

Fig. B Caution: Use collars to prevent the weig
plates from falling off the Olympic Adaptors (#7)
the Press Bar (#15).

11. If you are adding or storing weight plates on the Olympic Adapters (#7) or the

Press Bar (#15), do not over-load them. Allow enough space to put a weight

collar into place. See Fig. B

12. Do not drop heavy weight on the Safety Spotter Brackets (#10), as it can

result in damage to the equipment.

13. Pay special attention to the Turn/ Pull Pins w/Knob (#138) located on the Bar

Holders (#18) and the Bar Safety Spotters (#17). Be sure they are fully en-

gaged into the selectorized holes of the Front Uprights (#4). Refer to Fig. C
for further illustration.

Turn/Pull Pin w/Kno

Fig. C Caution: Check that all Turn/Pull Pi

w/Knob (#138) to be fully engaged into the select
holes of the Front Uprights (#4).

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IG. 1 Locate the two Bottom Frames (#1, #2) and the Bottom

ross Brace (#3) and attach them, in the position as shown above,

sing four Hex Head Cap Screws 1/2-13 X 3 1/2 (#77), four Flat

ashers SAE 1/2” (#70), and two Nylon Insert Lock Nuts 1/2-13

101).

Caution: It is strongly recommended to use another person
in assisting with the following assembly.

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FIG. 2 Attach the two Front Uprights (#4) to the two Botto

Frames (#1, #2), in the position as shown above, and secure the

into place using four Hex Head Cap Screws 1/2-13 X 4 1/4 (#78), fo
Flat Washers SAE 1/2” (#70), four Flat Washers 1/2 X 1 3/4 (#68), an
four Nylon Insert Lock Nuts 1/2-13 (#101).

Note: Make sure to assemble the Front Uprights (#4) with
the oval hole pattern towards to the back of the Unit.

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IG. 3 Next, attach the Decal Numbers 1-20 (#64) to both Front

prights (#4). Center the number 20 with the second adjustment hole of

e Front Upright (#4). A great way to make sure you don’t trap any air

ubbles under the decal is by using the wedge method. Press the side of

ur index fi nger against the decal and as you slide your fi nger down, with

e other hand, slowly remove the rest of the backing off the decal.

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FIG. 4 Next, slide the Bar Safety Spotters (#17) onto the Fro

Uprights (#4). Then, slide the Bar Holders (#18) onto the Fro
Uprights (#4) as shown above.

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