Equipment must be regularly examined for damage and repairs. The owner is responsible to make sure that regular maintenance
is done. Worn or damaged components must be replaced immediately or the equipment removed from service until the repair is
made. Only manufacturer supplied components can be used to maintain and repair the equipment.
Adjustable Dumbbell Maintenance:
1. If your dumbbell handle assembly, plates or base become dirty, you can clean them with a cloth lightly dampened with warm water
and a small amount of mild soap. Wipe dry with a separate cloth.
2. The adjustable dumbbell is internally lubricated and will not require more internal lubrication. The contact between weight plates
and selection discs is not lubricated but has naturally low friction. Lubrication is usually not necessary. If you feel it is necessary to
lubricate the weight plates and/or selection discs, use only a “food grade”silicon lubricant.
Do not use any solvents, harsh detergents, chemicals or bleach on this product - this can damage the materials, resulting in
degradation of the product’s performance or strength.
Never attempt to disassemble the dumbbell handle or base assembly – the product is not designed to be user serviced. Doing so
will void the manufacturers warranty. Contact your local Bowflex
®
distributor or vendor for service.
Daily / Before Each Use:
Examine equipment. Make sure it looks in good condition and operates smoothly. If you find damage, DO NOT
USE.
Daily / After Each Use:
Clean equipment with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use cleansers containing enzymes.
Weekly:
Clean equipment fully with a clean cloth lightly dampened with warm water and a small amount of mild soap.
Wipe dry with a separate cloth.
Touch up any scratches with touch-up paint to prevent rust, if necessary.
Monthly:
Examine the frame for signs of cracking or permanent bending. Do not use the equipment if you see this.
Contact your local Bowflex
®
distributor or vendor for service.
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Dumbbell handle does not fully go into base
when no plates are attached.
1. Make sure that the adjustment knobs are set directly to the number 4.
2. Make sure that the weight plates are seated correctly in the base assembly.
Dumbbell handle does not fully go into base
when plates are attached.
Make sure that the plates that are still in the dumbbell base are in their correct spots and not
moved to different support slots. This may be blocking the dumbbell from fitting back into the
base.
Adjustment knob will not turn while handle is
in base.
1. Make sure that the dumbbell handle is fully pushed into the dumbbell base. If not fully set into
the base, the locking mechanism will not be released and will prevent the adjustment knobs from
turning.
2. Make sure that the weight plates are seated correctly in the base assembly.
3. Inspect the dumbbell base for dirt, debris or other unwanted material. If necessary, remove
the weight plates from the base to do this check. Remember to put each weight plate back in its
correct location.
Plates are not attached safely to the handle
and drop out.
Make sure that the plates that are still in the dumbbell base are in their correct spots and not
moved to different support slots.
Maintenance / Troubleshooting
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