• Use the CRUNCH TRAINER only as
described in this manual.
• As you exercise, keep the small of your back
on the exercise mat; it may be necessary to
raise your hips slightly.
• Keep your head on the headrest as you
exercise.
• If you feel faint, dizzy, or short of breath at
any time during exercise, stop immediately
and begin cooling down.
• Read all instructions before you use the
CRUNCH TRAINER. Before you begin 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. ICON assumes no responsi-
bility for personal injury or property damage
sustained by or through the use of this
product.
Before You Begin
Important Precautions
Setting Up the CRUNCH TRAINER
Congratulations for purchasing the innovative
CRUNCH TRAINER from WEIDER. The CRUNCH
TRAINER is designed to shape your upper abs,
obliques, and lower abs to give you a firm, flat stomach,
in only minutes a day. The unique CRUNCH TRAINER
supports your head and neck as you exercise, and helps
you maintain correct form for maximum results. Used as
part of a fitness program that includes regular aerobic
exercise and a proper diet, the CRUNCH TRAINER
will help you to look better, feel better, and enjoy the
benefits of better fitness.
Before you use the WEIDER
®
CRUNCH TRAINER,
please read this manual carefully. In addition, be sure
to view the included videocassette.
If you have additional questions, please call our Customer
Service Department at 0345-089009. To help us assist you,
please note the product model number and serial number
before calling
. The model number is WEMC10161.
The CRUNCH TRAINER is shipped in the compact
storage position. No assembly is necessary. Follow the
simple steps below to set up the CRUNCH TRAINER.
1. Lay the
exercise mat
flat.
Raise one of
the handles as
shown.
2. Continue to
raise the han-
dle until the
locking pin
snaps into the
pin groove.
Raise the other
handle in the
same way.
Part List/Exploded Drawing
Key No. Qty.
Description
1
1
Right Handle
2
2
M6 x 16mm Screw
3
4
M4 x 12mm Button Head Screw
4
1
Left Handle
5
2
Spring
6
2
1” Round Cap
7
2
Sleeve
8
2
M6 x 41mm Pin
9
1
Frame
10
1
Exercise Mat w/Headrest
11
4
Foam Grip
#
1
User’s Manual
#
1
Training Videocassette
Note: “#” indicates a non-illustrated part. Specifications
are subject to change without notice.
4
5
8
7
3
9
3
8
5
7
1
10
2
11
6
6
1
2
Locking Pin
WEMC10161 R0598A
Storage and Maintenance
The instructions on the opposite side of this manual
show how the CRUNCH TRAINER is used. When you
are not using the CRUNCH TRAINER, it can be folded
and stored under a bed. The CRUNCH TRAINER will
even fit into the trunk of your car for easy transport.
Follow the instructions below to fold the CRUNCH
TRAINER to the storage position.
1. Hold one of
the handles
with one hand,
and hold the
frame with the
other hand.
Firmly pull
back the
handle.
2. Rotate the
handle down.
Rotate the
other handle
down in the
same way.
The CRUNCH TRAINER can be wiped clean with a
damp cloth and mild, non-abrasive detergent. Do not use
solvents.
2
1
Pull Firmly
