IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of MATRIX products to instruct all
individuals, whether they are the end user or supervising personnel on proper
usage of the equipment.
It is recommended that all users of MATRIX exercise equipment be informed of the
following information prior to its use.
Do not use any equipment in any way other than designed or intended by the
manufacturer. It is imperative that MATRIX equipment be used properly to avoid
injury.
INSTALLATION
1. STABLE AND LEVEL SURFACE: MATRIX exercise equipment must be installed
on a stable base and properly leveled.
2. SECURING EQUIPMENT: Manufacturer recommends that all stationary MATRIX
strength equipment be secured to the floor to stabilize equipment and eliminate
rocking or tipping over. This must be performed by a licensed contractor.
All anchor points must be able to withstand 750 lbs. (3.3 kN) pull-out force.
MAINTENANCE
1. DO NOT use any equipment that is damaged and or has worn or broken parts.
Use only replacement parts supplied by your country’s local MATRIX dealer.
2. MAINTAIN LABELS AND NAMEPLATES: Do not remove labels for any reason.
They contain important information. If unreadable or missing, contact your
MATRIX dealer for a replacement.
3. MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT: Preventative maintenance is the key to smooth
operating equipment as well as keeping your liability to a minimum. Equipment
needs to be inspected at regular intervals.
4. Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing maintenance or
repair of any kind is qualified to do so. MATRIX dealers will provide service and
maintenance training at our corporate facility upon request.
ADDITIONAL NOTES
This equipment should only be used in supervised areas where access and control
is specifically regulated by the owner. It is up to the owner to determine who is
allowed access to this training equipment. The owner should consider a user’s:
degree of reliability, age, experience, etc.
This training equipment meets industry standards for stability when used for its
intended purpose in accordance with the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
This training equipment is in compliance with EN 957-1 and the relevant portions of
EN 957-2 and EN 957-4.
WARNING
WARNING
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR ON THIS
EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
INJURY!
1. Keep children under the age of 14 away from this
strength training equipment. Teenagers must be
supervised at all times while using this
equipment.
2. This equipment is not intended for use by persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the equipment by a
person responsible for their safety.
3. All warnings and instructions should be read and
proper instruction obtained prior to use. Use this
equipment for its intended purpose ONLY.
4. Inspect the machine before use. DO NOT use
machine if it appears damaged or inoperable.
5. Do not exceed weight capacity of this equipment.
6. ALWAYS use a spotter if using free weights.
7. Balance the weight applied to this equipment
and/or any barbell. Where applicable, use
retention devices to retain weight discs.
8. Injuries to health may result from incorrect or
excessive training. Cease exercise if you feel faint
or dizzy. Obtain a medical exam before beginning
an exercise program.
9. Keep body, clothing, hair, and fitness accessories
free and clear of all moving parts.
10. Adjustable stops, where provided, must be used
at all times.
11. When adjusting any adjustable mechanism (stop
position, seat position, pad location, range of
motion limiter, pulley carriage, or any other type),
make certain that the adjustable mechanism is fully
engaged prior to use to prevent unintended motion.
12. Manufacturer recommends that this equipment be
secured to the floor to stabilize and eliminate
rocking or tipping over. Use a licensed contractor.
13. If equipment is NOT secured to floor: NEVER allow
resistance straps, ropes or other means to be
attached to this equipment, as this may result in
serious injury. NEVER use this equipment for
support during stretching, as this may result in
serious injury.
14. DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. REPLACE IF
DAMAGED OR ILLEGIBLE.
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR ON THIS
EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
INJURY!
1. All warnings and instructions should be read and
proper instruction obtained prior to use. Use this
equipment for its intended purpose ONLY.
2. ALWAYS use a spotter if working out on this
equipment.
3. Do not allow the lifting bar/sled to drop suddenly.
4. Visually ensure lifting bar catches are fully
engaged and seated in the hooks before releasing
the load and exiting the machine.
5. Adjustable stops must be used at all times.
6. ALWAYS set both adjustable stops to the same
height when using this machine.
7. PROPER adjustable stop height depends on the
exercise performed.
Adjust as follows:
• Remove weight from lifting bar/sled.
• For squats, perform the exercise and determine
the lowest comfortable position of the bar/sled
that ensures no spinal compression. For other
exercises, perform the movement and determine
the lowest point of bar travel that is
comfortable without the bar contacting your
body.
• Position both stop catches to stop the bar at this
point. Ensure that they are completely seated
on the stop rods or catch plate.
• FOR SQUATS PERFORMED ON A SMITH PRESS:
NEVER PLACE THE STOPS BELOW THE HEIGHT
INDICATED ON THE EQUIPMENT.
• Load weights onto the lifting bar and carefully
perform the exercise.
8. DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. REPLACE IF DAMAGED
OR ILLEGIBLE.
