Weider 831.150850 User Manual

USER’S MANUAL

Model No. 831.150850
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the
space above for reference.

Serial Number Decal

CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc­tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

PATENT PENDING

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FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

PART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

USING THE WEIGHT BENCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

For 90 days from the date of purchase, if failure occurs due to defect in material or workmanship in this
SEARS WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER, contact the nearest SEARS Service Center throughout the United
States and SEARS will repair or replace the WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER, free of charge.

This warranty does not apply when the WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER is used commercially or for rental
purposes.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., DEPT. 817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

Full 90 Day Warranty

Table of Contents

WEIDER is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.

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1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the weight bench.

2. Use the weight bench only as described in
this manual.

3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the weight bench are ade­quately informed of all precautions.

4. Use the weight bench only on a level surface.
Cover the floor beneath the weight bench for
protection.

5. Inspect and tighten all parts each time you

use the weight bench. Replace any worn
parts immediately.

6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets

away from the weight bench at all times.

7. Always use an equal amount of weight on
each side of your barbell (not included).

8. Do not use a barbell that is longer than five
feet with the weight bench.

9. When you are using the leg lever, place a
barbell with the same amount of weight on
the weight rests to balance the bench.

10. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec­tion while exercising.

11. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.

12. The weight bench is designed to support a
maximum of 360 pounds, including the user,
a weight bar, and weights. Do not place more
than 110 pounds, including a weight bar and
weights, on the weight rests; do not place
more than 50 pounds on the leg lever for nor­mal use; the leg lever can support 100
pounds when stationary.

13. When using the backrest in an inclined posi­tion, make sure that the support tube is fully
seated in the adjustment brackets on the
uprights.

14. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time while
exercising, stop immediately and begin cool­ing down.

15. The weight bench is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight bench in any
commercial, rental or institutional setting.

16. WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT: The decal
shown below has been placed on the weight
bench. If the decal is missing, or if it is not
legible, please call our Customer Service
Department toll-free at 1-800-736-6879,
Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Central Time, to order a replacement decal.
Apply the replacement decal in the location
shown.

WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. Read all
instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage
sustained by or through the use of this product.

Decal shown at 75%

To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions
before using the weight bench.

WARNING:

Important Precautions

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Backrest

Support Tube

Weight Rests

Seat

Weight Tube

Leg Lever

Thank you for selecting the versatile WEIDER®145
Weight Bench. The WEIDER®145 Weight Bench is
designed to let you develop every major muscle group
of the body. Whether your goal is a shapely figure, dra­matic muscle size and strength, or a healthier cardio­vascular system, the WEIDER®145 Weight Bench will
help you to achieve the specific results you want.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the WEIDER®145 Weight Bench. If you have

additional questions, please call our Customer
HELPLINE toll-free at 1-800-736-6879, Monday

through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time
(excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please note
the product model number and serial number before
calling. The model number is 831.150850. The serial
number can be found on a decal attached to the WEI­DER®145 Weight Bench (see the front cover of this
manual).

Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.

Before You Begin

Uprights

Foam Pads

Curl Pad

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M10 x 130mm Bolt (9)–1

M8 Washer (17)–11

M10 Washer (29)–4

M10 Nylon Locknut (30)–6

M10 x 70mm Bolt (26)–5

M8 x 16mm Bolt (28)–3

M8 x 40mm Bolt (27)–8

M8 x 55mm Bolt (25)–2

M8 Nylon Locknut (34)—2

M6 x 16mm Screw (24)–2

This chart is provided to help you identify the small
parts used in assembly. Important: Some parts may

have been pre-assembled for shipping purposes. If
you cannot find a part in the parts bags, check to

see if it has been pre-assembled. The number in

parenthesis below each part refers to the key number
of the part. The second number refers to the quantity
needed for assembly.

Part Identification Chart