Weider CLUB 550 User Manual

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customer satisfaction. If you have
questions, or if there are missing
parts, we will guarantee complete
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Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MST

Model No. WEBE29301
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the
space above for reference.

CAUTION

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

Serial

Number

Decal

USER’S MANUAL

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Warning Decal Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Important Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Part Identification Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Adjusting the Weight Bench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Exercise Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Ordering Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

Note: APart List/Exploded Drawing is attached in the center of this manual. Remove the Part List/Exploded
Drawing before beginning assembly.

Table of Contents

Warning Decal Placement

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

The decals shown at the right have
been placed on the weight bench in the
indicated locations. If one or both of the
decals are missing or illegible, please
call our Customer Service Department
toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday
through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Mountain Time, to order a free replace­ment decal. Apply the replacement decal
in the location shown.

WARNING

• Misuse of this
product may result in
serious injury.

• Read user’s manual

and follow all war­nings and operating

!

WARNING

• Misuse of this product may result in serious
injury.

• Read user’s manual and follow all warnings
and operating instructions prior to use.

• Do not allow children on or around machine.

• Replace label if damaged, illegible, or removed.

instructions prior to use

• Do not allow children
on or around machine.

• Replace label if
damaged, illegible, or
removed.

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1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the weight rack. Use the weight rack
only as described in this manual.

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

3. The weight rack is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight rack in a com­mercial, rental or institutional setting.

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

5. Inspect and tighten all parts each time you
use the weight rack. Replace any worn parts
immediately.

6. Keep children under 12 and pets away from
the weight rack at all times.

7. Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts.

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

9. Always set both weight gliders and both
safety spotters at the same height.

10. The weight rack is designed to support a
maximum of 300 pounds, including the bar­bell and weights (weights are not included).
Do not place more than 300 pounds, includ­ing the barbell, on the weight gliders and
safety spotters. Do not place more than 150
pounds on the weight carriage.

11. Always make sure there is an equal amount
of weight (not included) on each side of the
barbell or the weight carriage.

12. Always secure your weights (not included)
with weight clips when they are mounted on
the barbell or the weight carriage.

13. Always lower the weight carriage in a con­trolled manner; never let the weight carriage
drop.

14. Always move your bench out of the way
when performing an exercise that does not
use the bench.

15. Always remove the lat bar when performing
an exercise that does not require the use of
the lat bar.

16.

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

Important Precautions

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions

before using the weight rack.

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.

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Upright

Lat Tower

Weight Guide

Lat Bar

High Pulley Station

Low Pulley Station

Weight Glider

Barbell

Weight Carriage

Foot Plate

Safety Spotter

Right Side

Left Side

Note: The terms “right side” and “left side” are
determined relative to a user standing with his
back toward the weight rack; they do not refer to
right and left on the drawings in this manual.

Thank you for selecting the versatile CLUB WEIDER

®

550 weight bench. The 550 weight bench is designed
to help you develop every major muscle group of the
body. Whether your goal is a shapely figure, dramatic
increase in muscle size and strength, or a healthier
cardiovascular system, the 550 weight bench will help
you achieve the specific results you want.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the 550 weight bench. If you have additional

questions, please call our Customer Service

Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday
through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time
(excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please
note the product model number and serial number
before calling. The model number is WEBE29301. The
serial number can be found on a decal attached to the
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

Weight Tube

Curl Pad
Backrest

Backrest Knob

Leg Lever

Seat

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Part Identification Chart—Model No. WEBE29301

R1200A

Refer to the drawings below to identify small parts used in assembly. The number in parentheses below each
drawing is the key number of the part, from the Part List in the center of this manual. The number following the
key number is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been pre-attached. If a

part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-attached.

M6 Washer (81)–4

M8 Flat Washer (67)–2

M10 Large Washer (58)–6

M10 Small

Washer (6)–18

M8 Nylon Locknut

(54)–2

M6 x 16mm Screw (61)–6

M8 x 20mm Screw (50)–2

M10 x 20mm Bolt (26)–2

M10 x 25mm Bolt (43)–6

M10 Nylon Locknut

(11)–48

M10 x 80mm Bolt (41)–24

M10 x 75mm Bolt (39)–2

M10 x 70mm Bolt (85)–1

M10 x 180mm Bolt (76)–1

M8 x 70mm Bolt (30)–1

M10 x 30mm Bolt (38)–2

M10 x 45mm Bolt (40)–3

M8 x 55mm Bolt (70)–1

M10 x 65mm Bolt (56)–9

M6 x 65mm Screw (62)–4

M10 x 60mm Carriage Bolt (64)–2

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1. Before beginning, make sure you understand

the information in the box above. Note: Some
parts described in the assembly steps may be
pre-assembled.

Press a 60mm Square Inner Cap (55) into each end
of a Base (7). Attach the Base to the indicated end
of the Base Crossbar (20) using a Support Plate
(57), two M10 x 80mm Bolts (41), and two M10
Nylon Locknuts (11). Do not tighten the Nylon

Locknuts yet.

Attach the other Base (not shown) to the opposite
side of the Base Crossbar (20) in the same manner.

2. Press a 60mm Square Inner Cap (55) into the end
of the Rear Base (3). Attach the Rear Base and the
Foot Plate (4) to the Base Crossbar (20) using two
M10 x 80mm Bolts (41) and two M10 Nylon
Locknuts (11). Do not tighten the Nylon Locknuts

yet.

1

20

11

7

55

57

41

55

11

Before beginning assembly, carefully read the
following information and instructions:

• Assembly requires two people.

• Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the

packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing
materials until assembly is completed.

• Tighten all parts as you assemble them, unless
instructed to do otherwise.

• For help identifying small parts, use the PART
IDENTIFICATION CHART on page 5. Note:

Some small parts may be pre-assembled.

• As you assemble the weight bench, make sure all

parts are oriented as shown in the drawings.

Assembly requires the following tools (not
included):

• Two adjustable wrenches

• One rubber mallet

• One standard screwdriver

• One phillips screwdriver

• Lubricant, such as grease or petroleum jelly,
and soapy water.

Assembly will be more convenient if you have a
socket set, a set of open-end or closed-end
wrenches, or a set of ratchet wrenches.

Assembly

Make Things Easier for Yourself!

This manual is designed to ensure that the
weight bench can be assembled successfully
by anyone. By setting aside plenty of time, and
by deciding to make the task enjoyable,
assembly will go smoothly.

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41

55

11

11

3

4

20

3. Attach an Upright (1) to each Base (7) using two
Joint Plates (12), four M10 x 80mm Bolts (41), and
four M10 Nylon Locknuts (11). Make sure the
Uprights are oriented exactly as shown. Do not

tighten the Nylon Locknuts yet.

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1

1

41

12

12

7

7

12

12

11

41

7

4. Insert a Weight Guide (18) into the indicated hole in
each Base (7). Attach the Weight Guides to the
Bases using M10 x 75mm Bolts (39), M10 Small
Washers (6), and M10 Nylon Locknuts (11). Do not

tighten the Nylon Locknuts yet.

5. Press a 25mm Bushing (48) into each end of the
Locking Bar (34). Slide the Barbell (35) into the
Locking Bar.

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18

18

39

39

6

11

7

7

11

6

6

6

5

34

35

48

48