Impex Fitness Equipment MSS 1280 User Manual

NOTE:  
Please read all instructions  
carefully before using this  
product  
DELUXE SMITH MACHINE  
Table of Contents  
Safety Notice  
MSS-1280  
Hardware Identifier  
Assembly Instruction  
Parts List  
Warranty  
Ordering Parts  
Model  
MSS-1280  
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08-03-09  
OWNER'S  
MANUAL  
IMPEX® INC.  
14777 DON JULIAN RD., CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746  
Tel: (800) 999-8899 Fax: (626) 961-9966  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE  
PRECAUTIONS  
This exercise machine is built for optimum safety. However, certain precautions apply  
whenever you operate a piece of exercise equipment. Be sure to read the entire manual  
before you assemble or operate your machine. In particular, note the following safety  
precautions:  
1. Keep children and pets away from the machine at all times. DO NOT  
leave children unattended in the same room with the machine.  
2. Only one person at a time should use the machine.  
3. If the user experiences dizziness, nausea, chest pain, or any other abnormal  
symptoms, STOP the workout at once. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.  
4. Position the machine on a clear, leveled surface. DO NOT use the machine  
near water or outdoors.  
5. Keep hands away from all moving parts.  
6. Always wear appropriate workout clothing when exercising. DO NOT wear  
robes or other clothing that could become caught in the machine. Running  
or aerobic shoes are also required when using the machine.  
7. Use the machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. DO  
NOT use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.  
8. Do not place any sharp object around the machine.  
9. Disabled person should not use the machine without a qualified person or  
physician in attendance.  
10. Before using the machine to exercise, always do stretching exercises to  
properly warm up.  
11. Never operate the machine if the machine is not functioning properly.  
12. A spotter is recommended during exercise.  
CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
1. Lubricate moving parts and Guide Rods with WD-40 or light oil periodically.  
2. Inspect and tighten all parts before using the machine.  
3. The machine can be cleaned using a damp cloth and mild non-abrasive detergent.  
DO NOT use solvents.  
4. Maximum user’s weight: 300 lbs.  
5. Maximum weight on the Sliding Weight Post: 300 lbs.  
6. Maximum weight on Leg Developer: 100 lbs.  
7. Maximum weight on Weight Bar: 300lbs.  
8. Maximum weight Capacity: 600 lbs.  
WARNING: BEFORE BEGINNING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM, CONSULT  
YOUR PHYSICIAN. THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT FOR INDIVIDUALS  
OVER THE AGE OF 35 OR PERSONS WITH PRE-EXISTING HEALTH  
PROBLEMS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING ANY FITNESS  
EQUIPMENT. IMPEX INC. ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR PERSONAL  
INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE SUSTAINED BY OR THROUGH THE USE OF  
THIS PRODUCT.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
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WARNING LABEL PLACEMENT  
The warning labels shown here have been placed on the back of Rear Support, and Upper Frame. If the  
labels are missing or illegible, please call customer service at 1-800-888-8899 for replacements. Apply the  
labels in the location shown.  
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SMITH MACHINE HARDWARE PACK  
NOTE: The following parts are not drawn to scale. Please use your own ruler to measure the size.  
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CAGE MACHINE HARDWARE PACK  
NOTE: The following parts are not drawn to scale. Please use your own ruler to measure the size.  
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SMITH MACHINE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION  
Tools Required for Assembling the Machine: Two Adjustable Wrenches and Allen  
Wrenches.  
NOTE: It is strongly recommended that two or more people assemble this machine  
to avoid possible injury.  
STEP 1 (See Diagram 1)  
A.) Note: Do not tighten the Nuts and Bolts until instructed to do so.  
B.) Connect the two Base Frames (#3) by the Cross Brace (#7). Secure each end of the  
Cross Brace to each Base Frame with four M10 x 2 3/8” Carriage Bolts (#50), one 4 ¾”  
x 3 ¼” Bracket (#22), four Ø ¾” Washers (#57), and four M10 Aircraft Nuts (#58).  
C.) Attach the Left Rear Support (#5) onto the left Base Frame. Secure it with two M10 x 3  
½” Allen Bolts (#55), four Ø ¾” Washers (#57), and two M10 Aircraft Nuts (#58).  
Repeat the same step to install the Right Rear Support (#6) onto the other Base  
Frame.  
DIAGRAM 1  
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STEP 2 (See Diagram 2)  
A.) Do not tighten Nuts and Bolts until instructed to do so.  
B.) Attach the Left Upright Beam (#1) to the Left Rear Support (#5) and onto the left  
Base Frame (#3).  
C.) Secure it to the Base Frame with two M10 x 4” Allen Bolts (#54), four Ø ¾”  
Washers (#57), and two M10 Aircraft Nuts (#58).  
D.) Secure it to the Left Rear Support with one M10 x 4” Carriage Bolt (#48), one Ø  
¾” Washer (#57), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#58) from side. Secure with one M10  
x 5/8” Allen Bolt (#63) and one Ø ¾” Washer (#57) from top.  
E.) Repeat A to D to install the Right Upright Beam (#6) to the right Base Frame.  
F.) Attach the Top Beam (#4) to the Left & Right Upright Beam. Secure each end of  
the Top Beam to each Upright Beam with one 4” x 2 3/8” Curved Bracket (#23),  
one M10 x 4 1/8” Allen Bolt (#53) and one Ø ¾” Washer (#57) to the upper hole,  
one M10 x 4 1/8” Carriage Bolt (#49), one Ø ¾” Washers (#57), and one M10  
Aircraft Nut (#58) to the lower hole.  
G.)Slide Lower Left Safety Stop Frame (#9) onto a Guide Rod (#11). Slide one  
Safety Stop Frame (#18) onto the Guide Rod. Insert the bottom of the Guide Rod  
into the hole on the left Base Frame. Attach the top of the Guide Rod to the  
bracket on Left Upright Beam. Secure each end of Guide Rod with one M10 x ¾”  
(#56) and one Ø ¾” Washer (#57). Repeat the same step to install the Lower  
Right Safety Stop Frame (#10), the other Safety Stop Frame, and the other Guide  
Rod to the other side.  
H.) Turn and attach the hooks on the Lower Left & Right Safety Stop Frame to the  
selected slot on Left & Right Upright Beam (#1 & #2).  
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DIAGRAM 2  
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STEP 3 (See Diagram 3)  
A.) Attach two Ø 2 3/8” x 2” Rubber Bumpers (#30) to the holes on the Cross Brace (#7). Insert  
the two Rear Short Guide Rods (#17) through the two Rubber Bumpers into the holes on  
Cross Brace.  
B.) Secure each Guide Rod to the Cross Brace with one M10 x ¾” Allen Bolt (#56) and one Ø  
¾” Washer (#57) from bottom.  
C.) Slide the Sliding Weight Post (#16) onto the two Rear Short Guide Rods. Make sure the  
Pulley bracket on the Weight Sliding Frame faces upward.  
D.) Attach the Rear Upper Frame (#15) to the two Rear Short Guide Rods. Secure each Guide  
Rod to the Rear Upper Frame with one M10 x ¾” Allen Bolt (#56) and one Ø ¾” Washer  
(#57).  
E.) Attach the front of Rear Upper Frame to the Top Beam (#4). Attach the Front Upper Frame  
(#14) to the Top Beam from front. Align the holes. Secure them together with two M10 x 2  
¾” Carriage Bolts (#47), two Ø ¾” Washers (#57), and two M10 Aircraft Nuts (#58).  
F.) Securely tighten all Nuts and Bolts installed in Step-1, Step-2, and Step-3.  
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DIAGRAM 3  
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CABLE LOOP DIAGRAM  
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STEP 4 (See Diagram 4 & Cable Loop Diagram)  
A.) Attach the 170” Upper Cable (#25) to the opening on the Front Upper Frame (#14).  
B.) Attach a Pulley (#33) to the opening. Secure it with one M10 x 4” Allen Bolt (#54), two  
Ø ¾” Washers (#57), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#58).  
C.) Draw the Cable over the Pulley toward the back of the machine. Note: The Ball  
stopper on the Cable needs to be under the Frame.  
D.) Draw the Cable to the first opening on the Rear Upper Frame. Repeat B to install a  
Pulley.  
E.) Draw the Cable around the Pulley then downward to the open Pulley bracket on the  
Sliding Weight Post (#16).  
F.) Attach a Small Pulley (#32) to the bracket. Secure it with one M10 x 1 ¾” Allen Bolt  
(#52), two Ø ¾” Washers (#57), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#58).  
G.) Draw the Cable around the Pulley then upward to the rear opening on the Rear Upper  
Frame. Repeat B to install a Pulley.  
H.) Draw the Cable around the Pulley and let the Cable hanging just for now.  
I.) Connect the Lat Bar (#21) to the ball stopper on the Cable with two Hooks (#36) and  
one 10-link Chain (#43).  
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STEP 5 (See Diagram 5 & Cable Loop Diagram)  
A.) Attach the 62” Lower Cable (#26) to the open bracket on the Cross Brace (#7). Attach  
a Pulley (#33) to the bracket. Secure it with one M10 x 1 ¾” Allen Bolt (#52), two Ø ¾”  
Washers (#57), one L-shaped Cable Retainer (#24), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#58).  
B.) Draw the Cable underneath the Pulley then upward to the 170” Upper Cable (#25)  
installed in Step-4.  
C.) Connect the Lower Cable to a Hook (#36). Connect the Hook to the 5-link Chain  
(#44). Secure the 5-link Chain to the end of Upper Cable with one M10 x 1” Allen Bolt  
(#51), two Ø ¾” Washers (#57, and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#58). Adjust the tension of  
the Cable system by moving the Hook position to the Chain. If the tension is too loose  
then move the hook up the chain. If the tension is too tight then move down the Hook.  
D.) Connect the Shiver Bar (#21) to the ball stopper on Lower Cable with two Hooks (#36)  
and one 15-link Chain (#42).  
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STEP 6 (See Diagram 6)  
A.) Place the Lifting Sleeve (#8) in between the two Safety Stop Frames (#18). Align the  
holes. Insert the Weight Bar (#13) from outside of one Safety Stop Frame through the  
Lifting Sleeve to the other Safety Stop Frame on the other side.  
B.) Turn and attach the two safety catch hooks on the Lifting Sleeve (#8) to the selected slots  
on the Left and Right Uptight Beams (#1 & #2).  
C.) Attach two Weight Bar Sleeves (#35) onto the Weight Bar from both ends. Attach two  
Spring Clips (#62) to the Sleeves.  
D.) Attach four Weight Posts (#12) into the holes on Left & Right Rear Support (#5 & #6).  
Secure each Weight Post to the Support with one M10 x ¾” Allen Bolt (#56) and one Ø ¾”  
Washer (#57). Slide four Olympic Sleeves (#34) to the four Weight Posts. Attach four  
Spring Clips to the Sleeves.  
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SMITH MACHINE EXPLODED DIAGRAM  
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SMITH MACHINE PART LIST  
KEY NO. DESCRIPTION  
Q’ty  
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
4
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
2
4
2
2
2
1
4
6
2
5
8
2
8
1
1
1
1
1
4
12  
2
2
2
8
1
2
3
Left Upright Beam  
Right Upright Beam  
Base Frame  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
M10 x 1” Allen Bolt  
M10 x 1 ¾” Allen Bolt  
M10 x 4 1/8” Allen Bolt  
M10 x 4” Allen Bolt  
M10 x 3 ½” Allen Bolt  
M10 x ¾” Allen Bolt  
Ø ¾” Washer  
M10 Aircraft Nut  
ST3.8 Philips Screw  
Rivet  
M8 x 3/8” Allen Bolt  
Spring Clip  
M10 x 5/8” Allen Bolt  
Ø 7/8” x ¾” End Cap  
Ø 5/8” End Cap  
1
2
2
7
4
Top Beam  
5
6
7
Left Rear Support  
Right Rear Support  
Cross Brace  
4
12  
58  
28  
24  
8
2
8
2
8
Lifting Sleeve  
9
Lower Left Safety Stop Frame  
Lower Right Safety Stop Frame  
Guide Rod  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
Weight Post  
Weight Bar  
Front Upper Frame  
Rear Upper Frame  
Sliding Weight Post  
Rear Short Guide Rod  
Safety Stop Frame  
Lat Bar  
18  
18  
2
Ø ¾ End Cap  
Shiver Bar  
Rotate Ring  
4 ¾” x 3 ¼” Bracket  
4” x 2 3/8” Curved Bracket  
L-shaped Cable Retainer  
170” Upper Cable  
62” Lower Cable  
Ø 3 ½” Upright Beam End Cap  
1 5/8” x 3 1/8” End Cap  
Ø 3” Upper Frame End Cap  
Ø 2 3/8” x 2” Rubber Bumper  
Ø ¾” x 2” Cover  
Small Pulley  
Pulley  
Olympic Sleeve  
Weight Bar Sleeve  
Hook  
Ø 1” End Cap  
Ø 1 ¾” End Cap  
Plastic Ring  
Ankle Strap  
Single Handle  
15-link Chain  
10-link Chain  
5-link Chain  
6” Grip  
Sliding Sleeve  
M10 x 2 ¾” Carriage Bolt  
M10 x 4” Carriage Bolt  
M10 x 4 1/8” Carriage Bolt  
M10 x 2 3/8” Carriage Bolt  
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BENCH HARDWARE PACK  
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BENCH ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION  
STEP 1 (See Diagram 1)  
A.) Attach the Bench Base Frame (#6) to the Rear Stabilizer (#7). Secure the side-holes  
with two M10 x 4” Carriage Bolts (#41), two Ø ¾” Washers (#31), and two M10  
Aircraft Nuts (#33). Secure the top hole with one M10 x 5/8” Allen Bolt (#36) and one  
Ø ¾” Washer (#31).  
B.) Attach the Wheel Set (#25) to the bracket on Rear Stabilizer. Secure it with one M8 x  
5 1/8” Allen Bolt (#35), two Ø 5/8” Washers (#30), and one M8 Aircraft Nut (#32)  
DIAGRAM 1  
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STEP 2 (See Diagram 2)  
A.) Attach the Main Seat Support (#1) to the Bench Base Frame (#6). Secure it with three M10 x 4”  
Carriage Bolts (#41), three Ø ¾” Washers (#31), and three M10 Aircraft Nuts (#33).  
B.) Attach the Front & Rear Seat Bracket (#4 & #5) to Main Seat Support. Secure each Bracket  
with one M10 x 4” Allen Bolt (#40), two Ø ¾” Washers (#31), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#33).  
DIAGRAM 2  
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STEP 3 (See Diagram 3)  
A.) Align the bracket on the Backrest Adjustment Support (#8) in between the two Backrest  
Supports (#3). Secure it with four M8 x 1 5/8” Allen Bolts (#34), eight Ø 5/8” Washers (#30),  
and four M8 Aircraft Nuts (#32). Do not tighten the Nuts and Bolts yet.  
B.) Insert the Backrest Adjustment Support into the opening on the Main Seat Support (#1).  
Press or step down on the Backrest Adjustment Lever (#9) to allow the Support to go  
through.  
C.) Attach the bottom side-holes on the two Backrest Supports to the pivot on the Main Seat  
Support. Secure it with one M10 x 6 ½” Allen Bolt (#39), two Ø ¾” Washers (#31), and one  
M10 Aircraft Nut (#33).  
D.) Securely tighten all Nuts and Bolts in B & C.  
E.) Do not over tighten the Nut and Bolt in C.  
F.) Make sure the Backrest Supports are able to swivel.  
DIAGRAM 3  
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STEP 4 (See Diagram 4)  
A.) Attach the Backrest Board (#13) to the Backrest Supports (#3). Secure it with four M8 x 1  
5/8” Allen Bolts (#34) and four Ø 5/8” Washers (#30).  
B.) Attach the Seat Pad (#12) to Front & Rear Seat Bracket (#4 & #5). Secure them with four M8  
x 1 5/8” Allen Bolts (#34) and four Ø 5/8” Washers (#30).  
C.) Pull up the Backrest Adjustment Support (#8) or press down the Backrest Adjustment Lever  
(#9) to adjust the Backrest incline position.  
DIAGRAM 4  
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STEP 5 (See Diagram 5)  
A.) Attach the Leg Developer (#2) to Main Seat Support (#1). Secure it with one M10 x 3 1/8”  
Allen Bolt (#38), two Ø ¾” Washers (#31), and one M10 Aircraft Nut (#33).  
B.) Insert two Foam Tubes (#10) halfway through the holes on Leg Developer. Push four Foam  
Rolls (#16) onto the Tubes from both ends. Plug four Foam Roll End Caps (#17) into the  
ends.  
C.) Slide an Olympic Sleeve (#28) on the weight post on Leg Developer. Attach a Spring Clip  
(#27) to the Sleeve.  
DIAGRAM 5  
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BENCH PARTS LIST  
KEY NO. DESCRIPTION  
Q’ty  
1
1
1
Main Seat Support  
Leg Developer  
2
3
4
5
6
Backrest Support  
Front Seat Bracket  
Rear Seat Bracket  
Bench Base Frame  
Rear Stabilizer  
2
1
1
1
7
1
8
Backrest Adjustment Support 1  
9
Backrest Adjustment Lever  
Foam Tube  
Spring  
Seat Pad  
Backrest Board  
2 ¾” Grip  
2” x 1 5/8” Rubber Bumper  
Foam Roll  
Foam Roll End Cap  
1 5/8” x 3 1/8” End Cap  
1” Square End Cap  
Ø 1” End Cap  
Ø 2” End Cap  
Base Frame End Cap  
Rear Stabilizer Left End Cap  
Rear Stabilizer Right End Cap 1  
Wheel Set  
Lever Cover  
Spring Clip  
Olympic Sleeve  
Ø ¾” Leg Developer Bushing 2  
Ø 5/8” Washer  
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
4
4
1
6
2
3
1
1
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
1
1
1
1
18  
16  
5
10  
12  
1
1
1
1
1
Ø ¾” Washer  
M8 Aircraft Nut  
M10 Aircraft Nut  
M8 x 1 5/8” Allen Bolt  
M8 x 5 1/8” Allen Bolt  
M10 x 5/8” Allen Bolt  
M10 x 2 ½” Allen Bolt  
M10 x 3 1/8” Allen Bolt  
M10 x 6 ½” Allen Bolt  
M10 x 4” Allen Bolt  
M10 x 4” Carriage Bolt  
2
5
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IMPEX® INC.  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
®
IMPEX Inc. ("IMPEX ") warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and material, under  
normal use and service conditions, for a period of two years on the Frame from the date of purchase. This  
warranty extends only to the original purchaser. IMPEX's obligation under this Warranty is limited to replacing  
or repairing, at IMPEX's option.  
All returns must be pre-authorized by IMPEX. Pre-authorization may be obtained by calling IMPEX Customer  
Service Department at 1-800-999-8899. All freights on products returned to IMPEX must be prepaid by the  
customer. This warranty does not extend to any product or damage to a product caused by or attributable to  
freight damage, abuse, misuse, improper or abnormal usage or repairs not provided by an IMPEX authorized  
service center or for products used for commercial or rental purposes. No other warranty beyond that  
specifically set forth above is authorized by IMPEX.  
IMPEX is not responsible or liable for indirect, special or consequential damages arising out of or in connection  
with the use or performance of the product or other damages with respect to any economic loss, loss of  
property, loss of revenues or profits, loss of enjoyments or use, costs of removal, installation or other  
consequential damages or whatsoever natures.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of  
incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly, the above limitation may not apply to you.  
The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any and all other warranties and any implied warranties of  
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in its scope and duration to the terms set forth herein.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts. Accordingly, the above limitation  
may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal right. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
®
IMPEX INC.  
14777 Don Julian  
City of Industry, CA 91746  
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS  
Replacement parts can be ordered by calling our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-8899  
during our regular business hours: Monday through Friday, 9 am until 5 pm Pacific standard time.  
When ordering replacement parts, always give the following information.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Model  
Description of Parts  
Part Number  
Date of Purchase  
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