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SERVICING THE WEIGHT STACK
For required parts, see HOW TO CONTACT CUS-
TOMER CARE on the back cover of this manual.
1. Remove the wingnuts under the tower cap and
remove the tower cap from the tower.
2. Remove the two guide rod nuts and guide rod
washers from the top of each guide rod.
3. Remove the 3/8" nylon locknut and two 3/8"
washers from the 3/8" x 2 1/4" bolt attaching the
“U”-bracket to the weight rod.
4. Lift the guide rods out of the top of the tower.
5. Lift and rotate the top weight and weight pin, and
remove them through the front opening of the
tower.
6. Servicing the weight stack involves replacing the
two guide bushings and the weight insert in the
top weight. First, use a punch to drive the two
existing guide bushings and weight insert out of
the top weight.
7. To insert the new guide bushings and weight
insert, hold a guide bushing square to the face of
one of the holes in the top weight, place a pro-
tective piece of wood on top of the bushing, and
lightly tap the bushing into place. The bushing
should be flush with the surface. Repeat with the
other guide bushing and weight insert.
8. Replace the top weight and weight pin on top of
the weight stack.
9. Reattach the “U”-bracket to the weight rod with
the bolt, two washers, and locknut.
10. Clean and lubricate the guide rods by wiping
them with a soft cloth containing a lightweight
motor oil, 10W-40 or 10W-30 weight. Apply only a
light coating over the entire length.
Note: Do not
use TEFLON
®
or silicone-based lubricants.
11. Reinsert the guide rods through the top of the
tower and into the weight stack.
Note: If the weight stack has shifted, use a
short bar to realign the holes in the weight
plates. Hold the weight plates while inserting
the guide rods.
12. Reattach the guide rods to the top of the frame
with the four guide rod nuts and guide rod wash-
ers.
13. Insert the weight pin into the top weight. Pull the
handle, lifting the top weight all of the way to the
top. Slowly return the handle to the resting posi-
tion. If the top weight sticks, loosen one of the
guide rod nuts. Lift the top weight to the top
again. Retighten the guide rod nut. Check the full
travel again and readjust the guide rods as nec-
essary.
14. While slowly pulling the handle, have someone
check the cable guard on the top weight to
ensure that it is not dragging or rubbing on the
cable.
15. Replace the tower cap and retighten the
wingnuts onto the bolts.
Weight
Insert
Guide
Bushings
Top Weight
Weight Rod
WARNING:
Do not force the
guide rods into the weights; doing so will
damage the bushings and weight inserts.
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MAINTENANCE
It is important for safe and trouble-free operation of your FREEMOTION EPIC strength equipment to perform
routine preventive maintenance on a regular basis. Instruct all personnel to perform equipment inspection and
maintenance requirements. Personnel must record and report any accident. To maintain the strength bench’s
warranty, use only FREEMOTION EPIC parts for repair or replacement. For any questions or concerns, see
HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on the back cover of this manual.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
DAILY
1. Upholstery—General cleaning:
• Wipe using a soft cloth dampened with a light
solution of mild soap and warm water.
• If necessary, use a soft bristle brush with the
cleaning solution.
• Rinse thoroughly using a soft cloth dampened
with clean water. Dry thoroughly.
2. Upholstery—Difficult stains:
• Spray the stain with a non-abrasive household
cleaner such as FORMULA 409
®
cleaner,
SIMPLE GREEN
®
, or a similar product.
• Rub the area gently and let it sit for a few
minutes.
• Rinse thoroughly using a soft cloth dampened
with clean water. Dry thoroughly.
• Repeat if necessary using a soft bristle brush.
Optional method for difficult stains:
• Rub the area gently using a cloth dampened
with rubbing alcohol.
• Rinse thoroughly using a soft cloth dampened
with clean water. Dry thoroughly.
CAUTION:
When using any cleaning product, try
it first in an inconspicuous place to ensure there
is no damage to the material. Follow directions
and adhere to safety precautions of the manufac-
turer of each cleaning product used. FreeMotion
Fitness and its vendors cannot be held liable for
damage or injuries resulting from the use or mis-
use of cleaning products.
3. Towers and Frames:
• Wipe using a soft cloth dampened with a light
solution of mild soap and warm water.
• Rinse thoroughly using a soft cloth dampened
with clean water. Dry thoroughly.
Important:
Do not use abrasive cleaners because
they may scratch the equipment. Strong cleansers
and abrasives will damage decals. Use caution
around decals. Do not use solvents such as lacquer
thinner, kerosene, gasoline, or similar liquids.
WEEKLY
1. Hardware:
• Check all nuts and bolts. Tighten them as
required.
Important:
All FREEMOTION EPIC
cushions are fabricated using dense plywood
with tee-nuts installed for bolting to the machine
framework. Because these tee-nuts are held by
the plywood, they will not withstand the torque
that standard nuts and bolts will. Therefore,
when tightening the cushion bolts, turn them
only until they are snug and the cushion does
not move or feel loose. Overtightening may strip
the tee-nuts from the plywood and make it
impossible to remove the cushion in the future.
2. Cables:
• Check all cables for proper tension.
• Check the entire length of the cable by pulling
each handle individually to its fully extended
position and inspecting the cable that is
exposed on the exterior of the machine, as well
as the cable inside of the cut stack tower.
• Run your fingers along the cable, paying close
attention at the bends and attachment points.
• Watch for the following conditions, which may
indicate a worn cable in need of replacement:
A. torn or split cable sheath that exposes the
cable
B. kinked or severely bent cable
C.curled or twisted sheath
D.stretched cable sheath, showing a thinning
cross-section
A
B
D
C
