TuffStuff CG-9515, Owner'S Manual

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Important Safety Instructions
It is the responsibility of the facility owner and/or owner of the equipment to review the Owner’s Manual with their facility
personnel and understand all Danger, Warning and Caution labels affixed on the machine. It is the responsibility of the floor
personnel to instruct users on proper operation of the equipment and review all danger, warning and caution labels.
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN OCCUR
IF THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT OBSERVED:
1. Obtain a medical exam before beginning any exercise program.
2. Read and understand Owner’s Manual and all
Danger, Warning
and Caution labels before using this equipment. If you still need
help, seek assistance from floor personnel.
3. Inspect the equipment before each use for wear and tear, loose
fittings, worn or frayed cables and frame welds. DO NOT USE if it
appears to be inoperable or damaged.
4. Stop exercising if you feel faint or dizzy. Consult a physician if you
are experiencing pain.
5. Use this equipment only for the intended use.
6. Keep body, clothing and hair clear from all moving parts. Do not
attempt to free any jammed parts by yourself.
7. Always warm-up before and cool-down after weight training.
Warm-up for 10-15 minutes with stretching and cardiovascular
exercises. Cool-down should include light stretching exercises for
5-15 minutes.
8. Never hold your breath – will limit the flow of oxygen to your brain
and may cause dizziness. The most often used breathing pattern is
inhaling during least resistance and exhaling during maximum
resistance.
9. Do not use accessories or accessory attachments that are not
recommended by TFI.
10. Make sure selector pin is completely inserted. Use only the selector
pin provided by the manufacturer.
11. Never pin the weights in an elevated position. Do not use the
machine if found in this condition.
Facility Safety Guidelines and Practices
1. Read and understand the Owner’s Manual before assembling,
servicing or using the equipment.
2. Equipment to be installed by TFI Authorized Dealer or
Professional Service Company approved by TFI.
3. Make sure each machine is set up and operated on a solid level
surface. Do not install equipment on an uneven surface.
4. Anchoring of equipment must be completed at time of
installation and inspected prior to use. Failure to anchor the
machine to the floor could cause the machine to tip or fall over
due to incorrect usage and misuse, and could result in serious
injury or death.
DANGER:
indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
5. Provide an adequate safety perimeter between the machine,
walls and other equipment to ensure that the facility has proper
clearance for usage and training.
6. Post and disclose all safety, rules and regulations on a bulletin
board easily accessible to users.
7. Perform regular maintenance (see Inspection Label). Pay special
attention to areas most susceptible to wear and tear, including but
not limited to cables, pulleys and rubber grips.
8.
Do not
lean against or pull on the framework, weight stack or
any component at all times.
9.
Children must not
be allowed near the equipment. Teenager must
be supervised.
10. Replace immediately all parts at first sign of wear or damage. If
unable to replace worn or damaged components/parts, remove
machine from service until the repair is made.
11. Use only genuine TuffStuff replacement parts. Failure to do so will
void warranty and could result in serious injury or death to the users.
12. Do not remove any decals affixed to the machine. Replace if
damaged.
13.
Do not alter or modify the original manufacturer’s weight stack
with any add-on incremental weights, weight plates or
dumbbells except those with standard factory installed option.
14. Maintain a service contract with a TFI Authorized Dealer or a
Professional Service Company approved by TFI. Keep a service
log of all maintenance and repair activities. NOTICE: It is the sole
responsibility of the owner or facility operator to ensure that regular
maintenance is performed.