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For Maximum Effectiveness and Safety, Please Read This Owners Manual Before Using Your Total Gym 1700 Club.

O W N E R S

M A N U A L
Congratulations on purchasing your new Total Gym 1700 Club.
With this product in your home, you have everything you need to start your own workout program, to tone and strengthen the important muscle groups of your upper and lower body. This is vital for all of us, regardless of age, sex, or fitness level, and regardless of whether your primary goal is body sculpting, weight loss, health maintenance, or more energy for daily activities. Strength training not only tones and conditions the muscles we use every day to stand, walk, lift, and turn; it can actually transform our body composition. By reducing body fat and increasing the proportion of lean muscle in our bodies, strength training can effectively turn up our metabolic thermostat, so that we burn calories all the time, no matter what were doing. Its easy - all you have to do is spend 15 to 20 minutes a day, 3 to 4 days per week on your Total Gym 1700 Club to start realizing the benefits. Be sure to read through this Owners Manual carefully. It is the authoritative source of information about your Total Gym 1700 Club. If you have questions about your Total Gym 1700 Club, please call Customer Service at 1-800-321-9236, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Eastern Time.

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions & Labels. Product Specifications. Set Up. Accessories. Starting Out. Inspection, Maintenance & Storage.4.5.6-7.8-11.12.13-14

Rev. 3/23/04

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND LABELS - Please reference Product Specifications diagram on page 5 WA R N I N G
Warning Label 1. FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS STATED IN THE OWNERS MANUAL AND VIDEO MAY RESULT IN POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. MAXIMUM USER WEIGHT 275 LBS. REPLACE LABEL IF DAMAGED, ILLEGIBLE OR REMOVED.

Warning Label 2.

WA R N I N G
MAKE SURE ADJUSTMENT PIN IS LOCKED IN PLACE BEFORE BEGINNING EXERCISES.

Warning Label 3.

BEFORE USING, INSERT SAFETY PIN IN FIRST HOLE BELOW HEIGHT BRACKET.
Warning Label 4. (3 locations)
CRUSH HAZARD, KEEP HANDS CLEAR DURING FOLDING.

Warning Label 5.

BE CAREFUL NOT TO BUMP HEAD WHEN LEG ATTACHMENT IS IN PLACE.
Warning Label 6. (4 locations)
PINCH POINT. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM THE FENDER.

CAUTION

Caution Label 1. REMOVE WING ATTACHMENT FROM FRAME WHEN NOT REQUIRED FOR THE SPECIFIC EXERCISE.
Caution Label 2. KEEP HAIR, FINGERS, LOOSE CLOTHING, PETS, AND CHILDREN AWAY FROM HINGES AND OTHER MOVING PARTS TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY. ALSO, BE SURE TO HAVE ALL PINS LOCKED IN PLACE BEFORE GETTING ON YOUR TOTAL GYM TO AVOID SEVERE INJURY.
Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult a physician or health professional, who can assist you in planning a program appropriate for your age and physical condition. This is especially important if you are over age 35 or have pre-existing health problems. Do not overexert yourself. Stop exercising immediately and consult your doctor if you experience pain or tightness in your chest, irregular heart beat, shortness of breath, or if you feel faint, nauseous, or dizzy. This product is designed for home use only. It is not intended for commercial or institutional use. Use only as instructed. Do not stand on the product. The Total Gym 1700 Club is not intended for use by children. Keep this and all fitness equipment out of the reach of children. Keep fingers, loose clothing, and hair away from moving parts. Inspect your exerciser before each use to ensure proper operation. Do not use this equipment unless all moving parts, including cables and pulleys are working properly. See page 13 for details on inspection, maintenance and storage. The exerciser should be used with the mat enclosed or on carpeted surfaces only. Use only the accessory items recommended by the manufacturer. To avoid serious injury, care should be taken at all times when getting on and off this or any exercise equipment.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

WARNING LABEL 1 WARNING LABEL 2

Cap Vertical Column

PILATES WORKOUT TOTAL BODY WORKOUT
Height Adjustment Quick Release Pin

WARNING LABEL 3

Arm Pulley/Cable Assembly Spring Loaded Pin (Located on Side of Rail)

WARNING LABEL 4

Includes two Videos

WARNING LABEL 6

Safety Pin Handles Height Adjustment Tube Safety Hitch Pin

Top Inner Rail

CAUTION LABEL 2

Pilates Bar Glideboard

Cap Center Support Rail Roller Arm Pulley/Cable Hook (Attaches to loop underneath glideboard)
Back Crossbar Roller Mat Bottom Outer Rail Cap

CAUTION LABEL 1

Leg Pulley Accessory Kit
Pulley/ D-Ring Assembly Foot Harness Rope

WARNING LABEL 5

Wing Accessory

Leg Pulley Bracket

For use with leg pulley accessory only.

Foam Pad

1 Long Hitch Pin
For use with leg pulley bracket.

Flip Chart

TOTAL GYM 1700 CLUB SPECS. LENGTH: HEIGHT: WIDTH:
folded..51 in use..94 folded..10 in use..44-1/2..with out weight bar..16-1/2..with weight bar..24
Miscellaneous Items shown below are also in Leg Pulley Accessory Kit

4 Short Hitch Pins

(Used with Dip Bars/ Press Up Bars)

2 Med Hitch Pins

(Used with Wing Accessory)

WEIGHT:

..69 lbs.

Allen Wrenches

Stopper

Flip Chart Base

MAX. USER WEIGHT:.275 lbs. MAX. ADDITIONAL FREE WEIGHTS:.75 lbs.

Weight Bar

Press Up Bars

Dip Bars

Weight Clips

S ET UP

Your product comes with: Safety Hitch Pin located at the bottom of the Vertical Column, which must be removed prior to unfolding. Height Adjustment Quick Release Pin located on back of Vertical Column for raising and lowering rails. One (1) Spring Loaded Pin locked into the base of the left rail by the height adjustment tube. Left side is determined by standing behind the unit facing the Vertical Column. IMPORTANT: To Prevent Injury Be sure the spring-loaded pin is locked securely into place in the left rail before using unit. This will prevent the height adjustment column from falling forward. Safety Pin - located on Lanyard/attached to Height Adjustment Tube. One Long Hitch Pin for Leg Pulley Bracket is located in the Miscellaneous Section of Accessory Kit as well as two Medium Hitch Pins for the Wing Accessory, and 4 Short Hitch Pins for the Press Up Bars and Dip Bars. IMPORTANT: Before using the Wing Accessory, Leg Pulley Accessory, Press Up Bars and Dip Bars, be sure the Hitch Pins are securely inserted (see page 8, 9 & 11 of this manual for directions). One (1) Bolt and two (2) Weight Clips are located on the Weight Bar. IMPORTANT: Before using the Weight Bar, be sure the Weight Clips are installed (see page 10 of this manual for directions). 1. Pull the product out of the shipping box. Remove all packaging materials, including tape and cardboard inserts, from your unit.

Lift Here

Lay product on the floor with glideboard side up. Make sure you have plenty of space on both ends of the product. Slide the glideboard as far as it will go towards the Front Crossbar before you begin lifting unit.
Lift the exerciser up by holding it at the top of the rails. Using your foot, slowly spread the unit open at the bottom approximately 12 inches so that it rests firmly on the Front and Back Crossbars not allowing it to go too far.

Back Crossbar

Front Crossbar
Make sure the handles are out to the sides before you begin to unfold your unit. Keep hands and fingers away from pulley. Hold onto the top center of glideboard and begin rolling rear rollers. Spread the unit out until it is flat on the floor. Be careful to do this slowly. Be sure to support the frame in the center to avoid having the product drop suddenly onto the floor or pinch fingers.
Hold Here While Lowering To The Ground
(a) Remove Safety Hitch Pin from bottom of Vertical Column. Next remove plastic packing ties from the top and bottom of the Vertical Column. Pull out the Spring Loaded Pin Knob located at the left rail (NOTE - pin shown in picture is on right side) to release Spring Loaded Pin. Continue to hold pin out while performing the next step.

Safety Hitch Pin Knob

Spring Loaded Pin
(b) Take hold of the Vertical Column and pull it up until it is upright. Release 5b the Spring Loaded Pin. You should hear it lock back into place. IMPORTANT: Be sure the Spring Loaded Pin is locked into place before using your unit. You will know the pin is locked into place when you can see the end protrude through the inside of the rail bracket. 6. Position one foot on Back Crossbar to keep the product from lifting off the floor. With one hand on either the right or left rail and the other hand holding the height adjustment Quick Release Pin out, slide 6. the rails along the Vertical Column to desired position and release pin. Pin will pop into place - you will hear a snap. Then turn knob to the right to tighten and secure. Last, insert straight Safety Pin (attached to the height adjustment tube) into the hole on Vertical Column just below the height adjustment bracket.

Height Adjustment Quick Release Pin Put Hitch Pin Back Into Hole 7.
NOTE: Insert Safety Hitch Pin in the side hole located at the bottom of the Vertical Column. (This is the pin you removed in step 5a).

PILATES BAR ASSEMBLY

7. Assemble the Pilates Bar at the opposite end of the unit by inserting it into the Front Crossbar as pictured to the right. Make sure it is fully inserted.

STOPPER ASSEMBLY

8. If the Stopper at the bottom of the Vertical Column has not already been installed, please do so now. Locate the Stopper which is packed in Miscellaneous Accessories (See Product Specifications on page 5 of this manual). Unscrew nut on the end of the Stopper and remove. Insert the Stopper into the hole located in the center of the Back Crossbar. (See Fig. 1) Screw the nut back onto the Stopper and tighten with Allen Wrenches provided. (See Fig. 2) IMPORTANT: Proper installation of the Stopper is necessary for the Rollers to function easily when the unit is folded and rolled into place for storage.

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Flip Chart 9.

To add the Flip Chart, remove the cap from the Vertical Column (keep it for storage). Insert the Flip Chart holder base into the Vertical Column. Then secure the Flip Chart onto the Flip Chart Base.

Vertical Column

HOW TO AT TACH THE WING ACCESSORY
The Wing Accessory provided with your unit has been uniquely designed to serve several purposes. It can be placed at the top or bottom of the exerciser and angled toward you or away from you depending upon what is comfortable for you. Two thick Foam Pads are provided with the Wing Accessory. They must be attached to the wing (if not already) before exercising. To do this: 1. 2. Simply wet each end of the straight Crossbar of the wing with some soapy water. Then, attach Foam Pads on the Crossbar as shown in Figure 1. Let dry before beginning to exercise with the Wing Accessory. Fig. 1
Proper ways to use the Wing Accessory in accordance with the exercises you wish to do:

PULL UPS AND CHIN UPS

1. 2. 3. 4. Locate the holes at the top of the right and left rails. With the wing angled toward the glideboard, line up the brackets on the wing with the desired position holes on the rails. Insert the 2 Medium Hitch Pins through the holes on the wing accessory brackets and the hole on the rails, as shown in Figure 2. You are now ready to perform Pull Up and Chin Up exercises to work the arms, lats and back. See your Exercise Guide for specific exercises.

LEG PULL; CRUNCHES AND SIT UPS
1. 2. 3. 4. Locate the holes at the top of the right and left rails. With the wing angled away from the glideboard, line up the brackets on the wing with the desired position holes on the rails. Insert the 2 Medium Hitch Pins through the holes on the Wing Accessory brackets and the hole on the rails, as shown in Figure 3. You are now ready to perform leg pulls, crunches and sit up exercises to work the abdominals, waist and legs. See your Exercise Guide for specific exercises.

Fig. 3

SQUATS (Pilates bar can be used instead of Wing accessory)
1. 2. 3. 4. Locate the holes at the bottom of the right and left rails near the front crossbar. With the wing angled away from the glideboard, line up the brackets on the wing with the desired position holes on the rails. Insert the 2 Medium Hitch Pins through the holes on the Wing Accessory brackets and the hole on the rails, as shown in Figure 4. You are now ready to perform the squats which works the thighs and calves. See your Exercise Guide for specific exercises. Fig. 4
NOTE: When performing the squat exercises, be sure to position your hands on the side of the glideboard, NOT along the bottom of the board in order to avoid pinched fingers.

FRONT PRESS

1. 2. 3. 4.
(PRESS UP BARS CAN BE USED INSTEAD OF WING ACCESSORY) Locate the holes at the bottom of the right and left rails near the front crossbar.

Fig. 5

With the wing angled toward the glideboard, line up the brackets on the wing with the desired position holes on the rails. Insert the 2 Medium Hitch Pins through the holes on the Wing Accessory brackets and the hole on the rails, as shown in Figure 5. You are now ready to perform the Front Press which works the upper chest and triceps. See your Exercise Guide for specific exercises.
HOW TO AT TACH THE PRESS UP BARS
1. Attach each Press Up Bar to the frame with the Short Hitch Pins included with your Total Gym 1700 Club. Note: Hitch Pins are included in Miscellaneous Parts. Simply line up each bar with the holes at the bottom or front of the frame. Slide one Short Hitch Pin through the hole of one of the Press Up Bars and through the frame. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for attaching the other Press Up Bar. Make sure to securely attach each Press Up Bar to each side of the frame before using. See your Exercise Guide for specific exercise.

Note: Remove the Press Up Bars when you are not exercising with them.

1. and 2.

2 Short Hitch Pins
Press Up Bar Hole Hitch Pin
HOW TO AT TACH THE DIP BARS
1. Attach each Dip Bar to the frame with the Short Hitch Pins included with your Total Gym 1700 Club. Note: Hitch Pins are included in Miscellaneous Parts. Simply line up each bar with the holes in the upper portion of the bottom frame. Slide one Short Hitch Pin through the hole of one of the Dip Bars and through the frame. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for attaching the other Dip Bar. Make sure to securely attach each Dip Bar to each side of the frame before using. See your Exercise Guide for specific exercise.
Note: Remove the Dip Bars when you are not exercising with them.

Dip bars

Dip Bar Hole Hitch Pin
HOW TO AT TACH THE WEIGHT BAR
NOTE: You need to provide your own free weights.
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT ALLOW THE PRODUCT TO TIP OVER WHEN USING THE WEIGHT BAR.
THE WEIGHT BAR IS TO BE USED ONLY IN THE HOLES IN THE GLIDEBOARD, AS SHOWN IN STEP 3 BELOW. MAXIMUM WEIGHT BAR WEIGHT IS NOT TO EXCEED 75 LBS. MAXIMUM USER WEIGHT PLUS ADDITIONAL WEIGHT MUST NOT EXCEED 350 LBS. ADD WEIGHT EQUALLY AND EVENLY TO BOTH SIDES OF THE WEIGHT BAR WHEN STACKING WEIGHTS. WEIGHT CLIPS MUST BE INSTALLED WHEN WEIGHT BAR IS IN USE. ALWAYS REMOVE WEIGHT BAR FROM GLIDEBOARD WHEN NOT IN USE.
Following Step 6 on page 7, lock the rails in the highest position. (This will make enough room below the rails for Step 3.)

Step 3

Remove the Bolt and Spring Clips from the Weight Bar.

Weight Bar Hole

Center the Weight Bar with the glideboard so there are equal lengths extending on each side. Under the glideboard, line up the holes on Bracket and Weight Bar. Then attach them together with the Bolt removed in Step 2. Lower rails before beginning exercise.

Step 3 continued

looking at bottom of glideboard
Add your free weights to the bar. The maximum amount of free weight added to the Weight Bar must not exceed 75 lbs. The maximum user Bracket weight plus Weight Bar weight must not exceed 350 lbs. Add weights equally and evenly to both sides of the Weight Bar when stacking weights. Weight Bar

Insert screw into bracket and hole in weight bar, then tighten.
Install a Weight Clip on each side of the bar to prevent the weights from slipping off the bar.

Weight Clip

Steps 4 & 5
NOTE: Remove weight bar from glideboard when not in use. NOTE: Do not use Weight Bar with Leg Pulley exercises or Pilates Video.
You can use free weights with most exercises found in your Exercise Guide.
(Equal lengths extending)
HOW TO AT TACH THE LEG PULLEY ACCESSORY KIT
Rope Pulley/D-Ring Assembly Pulley Harness Clip Leg Pulley Bracket

Clip Long Hitch Pin

Bracket
Connect the Leg Pulley Bracket to the top of the Vertical Column by aligning Bracket with the hole at the top of the column. (Be sure bracket is right side up.) Insert Long Hitch Pin through the hole to secure Bracket onto the Vertical Column. Detach the Cable Assembly from the loop on the underside of the glideboard and attach one of the Clips from the Leg Pulley Assembly. Place D-Ring on Pulley first. Then connect the D-Ring to the Bracket as shown.

Long Hitch Pin

Bracket D-Ring Pulley
NOTE: If rope appears to be twisted, take D-Ring off and turn Pulley around. 4. Attach the Foot Harness to one of your feet by placing your foot in the Harness so the sewn-in-ring is on the bottom of your foot. Pull tightly on the belt so the Harness is secure. (a) Position yourself on the glideboard correctly for the specific exercise you want to perform. (b) While lying down on the glideboard, connect the Clip on the end of the rope to an O-Ring on the Harness attached to your foot. Depending on the exercise you are performing, connect the Clip to the proper O-Ring. Be sure to always stabilize the glideboard when clipping the Harness on or off. Also, use caution when getting on or off the glideboard. You are now ready to exercise using the Leg Pulley Accessory. See your Exercise Guide for specific exercises that utilize the Leg Pulley Accessory. NOTE: Remove Leg Pulley Bracket when you are not exercising with it.

Harness Buckle

O-Ring (loose)
Foot Harness O-Ring (sewn in) O-Ring (loose)
(c) To disconnect the Harness, unclip the rope from the O-Ring on the Harness. Be sure to stabilize glideboard when disconnecting Foot Harness. NOTE: Do not use Weight Bar with Leg Pulley exercises or Pilates Video.

S TARTING OUT

Wear athletic shoes and comfortable light clothing when exercising on the Total Gym 1700 Club. Do not exercise barefoot. Check your exerciser before using to ensure that all the parts are in place and working properly (see page 13 for details on inspection, maintenance and storage). Adult supervision is required at all times. NOTE: The Rails and Glideboard can be raised to any desired level on the Height Adjustment Column depending upon your degree of fitness. Please note, however, that the Rails cannot be raised to the highest position on the Height Adjustment Column when the Leg Pulley Bracket is attached to the column. Be sure you have plenty of free space around the exerciser so that performing on the Total Gym 1700 Club, as well as getting on and off, is convenient and safe. Each time you raise or lower the Adjustment Column, be sure you hold it to keep it from dropping to the floor. Begin using the product at a low incline. As your fitness level progresses, increase the incline to increase the intensity and improve your muscle strength. Dont be in a hurry to exercise at a high intensity level; start out easily and build gradually. The Total Gym 1700 Club is as easy as 1-2-3 to use, so read on.
Important Things to Remember When Using the Total Gym 1700 Club
Always have control of the glideboard before getting on and off the exerciser. Keep your feet on the floor when getting on and off the exerciser. Only remove them from the floor for the duration of the exercise. If you are using the handles, hold onto them as you get on and off the glideboard.
Exercising with the Handles Only
Grasp the handles which are attached to the cable and slide the glideboard to a position in which you can comfortably sit or lay down when performing the desired exercise (see the Exercise Guide). Be sure to keep your feet on the floor until you are in the correct position for the specific exercise. Then, if the exercise calls for your feet to be off the floor, place your feet as specified in the instructions.
Exercising with the Wing Accessory, the Press Up Bars and the Dip Bars
Slide the glideboard to a position in which you can comfortably sit or lay down on when performing the desired exercise (see the Exercise Guide). Keep your feet on the ground until you are in the correct position and feel comfortable. Then, place your feet in the proper position and begin to exercise.

Using Resistance

To add resistance, you can put weights (up to 75 lbs.) on the weight bar. However, the maximum user weight plus the weights on the weight bar cannot exceed 350 lbs. Place equal amounts of weight on each side. Do not use the weight bar with leg pulley exercises or pilates video.
When starting your exercise program, begin with the basic exercises in the Exercise Guide included with your Total Gym 1700 Club to familiarize yourself with the movements. Use the lowest incline level to start with - you can work up to a higher incline level in the weeks and months to come. Once you have become efficient using your Total Gym 1700 Club without weights, you may begin to add weights to your workout program. See page 10 for proper setup. For the specific Total Gym 1700 Club exercises and programs, study and follow the instructions in the Exercise Guide included with your product.
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
INSPECT YOUR TOTAL GYM 1700 CLUB PRIOR TO EACH USE
Before using your Total Gym 1700 Club for your workout session, be sure to make the following inspection: Make sure the equipment is fully opened and sitting on a solid, level surface with plenty of clearance on all sides. Unit should be used on the mat supplied or on carpeted surfaces only. Make sure all the Hitch Pins are securely in place and locked into position. Check that the Pulley is attached securely to the loop on the top underside of the glideboard. Check that the Cables are traveling correctly in the groove of each pulley. Make sure the Cable is securely fastened to each Hand Grip. Check that the Pilates Bar, Wing Accessory or other accessories are installed correctly when in use. Make sure the Glideboard is gliding smoothly along the frame. Make sure the Weight Clips are installed when using Weight Bar.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Wipe down your Total Gym 1700 Club on a regular basis using a clean cloth and alcohol or alcohol-based products like Windex or 409. Do not leave towels or workout clothing laying or hanging on the equipment. Periodically check the following parts for signs of fraying or other wear: the cable, pulleys, wheels, glideboard, accessories and frame. If the cable, pulleys, frame or wheels need replaced - do not use your unit, wait until the part is replaced. If any other part than the ones listed above needs to be replaced, do not use that part until it is replaced. Never use a lubricant such as WD-40 or ArmorAll to lubricate or clean the unit. Use only 3-in-1 oil or machine oil to lubricate the axles of the wheel or pulley, not the roller surface.

TO STORE YOUR TOTAL GYM 1700 CLUB
Follow these easy steps to store your exerciser properly: 1. 2. 3. 4. First, remove all accessories and attachments including the Flip Chart accessory and replace the cap on the top of the Vertical Column. Remove Safety Hitch Pin and Safety Pin from Vertical Column. Be sure the Cable Pulley is attached to the underside of the glideboard for folding. Position one hand on either side of rail to hold it up before releasing the Height Adjustment Quick Release Pin. Pull pin out and slowly lower the rails to the ground until they rest on the back crossbar.

Continued on next page

a. Release Spring Loaded Pin (on left side rail) as shown. b. Fold Vertical Column down towards the center of the unit. c. Then insert Safety Hitch Pin at bottom of vertical column.
Spring Loaded Pin 5b. 5c. Insert Safety Hitch Pin Fold Vertical Column down
Slide the Glideboard towards the bottom of unit shown in Figure 6.
With caution, to avoid pinched fingers or hands, grab the top of the Glideboard and slowly pull the unit up allowing the rollers to bring the back of the unit towards the center. Keep approximately 12 apart. Continue to fold the exerciser together until it is completely folded and roll the exerciser into a closet for storage. To store under a bed, simply lower the exerciser to the floor and roll under the bed. Do not store unit in upright position when folded.

7. & 8. Lift Here

TO REMOVE THE GLIDEBOARD
You can also remove the Glideboard if you need to fit the exerciser under a narrow space (between 6 and 8). IMPORTANT: The Glideboard weighs approximately 15 lbs. Use caution when lifting it off of the exerciser. Lifting incorrectly may result in user injury. 1. With exerciser laying flat on the floor, disconnect the pulley from the hook on the underside of the glideboard. Next, tilt up the glideboard and slide it off the frame of the exerciser. When the bench is completely off the exerciser, set it aside. Next, pull the Spring Loaded Pin to release the Rail and fold the exerciser together as shown above in Figure 7. & 8. Be sure you release the Spring Loaded Pin before folding.

Dedication to Quality

Fitness Quest warrants this product to be free from all defects in material and workmanship when used according to the manufacturers instructions. See Limited Warranty Card for details. If you have any comments or questions contact our Customer Service Department, toll free at 1-800-321-9236, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Eastern Time. Please record the following information and keep for reference. Serial #: ___________________ Date Of Purchase: ___________ Save your sales receipt. (You may wish to staple it into this manual.)
2004 Fitness Quest Inc. All rights reserved. Made in China & Thailand. 2004 Total Gym Fitness, LLC. All rights reserved. Total Gym is a registered trademark. U.S. Patents #D 405,132, #5,967,955; ROC Patent #ND-060792; PRC Patent #ZL 28552.0. No part of this booklet may be reproduced or utilized in any form, by any means, electronic, mechanical or otherwise, without the express written consent of the copyright holder. Rev. 3/24/04

OWNERS MANUAL

Dedication to Quality
Fitness Quest warrants this product to be free from all defects in material and workmanship when used according to the manufacturers instructions. See Limited Warranty Card for details. If you have any comments or questions contact our Customer Service Department, toll free at 1-800-321-9236, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, EST. Please record the following information and keep for reference. Serial #: ___________________ Date Of Purchase: ___________ Save your sales receipt. (You may wish to staple it into this manual.)
For Maximum Effectiveness and Safety, Please Read This Owners Manual Before Using Your Total Gym 1100.
2004 Fitness Quest Inc. All rights reserved. Made in China. 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2004 Total Gym Fitness, LLC. All rights reserved. Total Gym is a registered trademark. U.S. Patents #D405,132, #5,967,955; ROC Patents #ND-060792; PRC Patent #ZL 28552.0. No part of this booklet may be reproduced or utilized in any form, by any means, electronic, mechanical or otherwise, without the express written consent of the copyright holder. 9/1/04

exercise system

TOTAL GYM PARTS LIST
PART # 15 PART DESCRIPTION Vertical Column Tube Rollers Stoppers Screws Washers Nuts Screws Upper Rail (right & left) Center Support Rail Rectangular Tube Caps Plastic Bushings Shaft Lower Rail Platform Platform Rail QTY. 1 PART # 30 PART DESCRIPTION Left Fender Right Fender Fender Bolts Wheels Wheel Spacer Tube Adjustment Tube Plastic Slide Bushing Square Tube Cap Round Tube Caps Eyebolts Eyebolt Nuts Nut Caps Spring Loaded Pin C Pin Cable Assembly QTY. 1 PART # PART DESCRIPTION QTY. 31 Pulley Assembly Handle Assembly Multi Function Attachment Grips Foam Pads Pins Leg Pulley Bracket D Ring Harness 1 LITERATURE PACK 41 Owners Manual Exercise Booklet Warranty Card Safety Hitch Pin 1
Congratulations on purchasing your new Total Gym 1100.
With this product in your home, you have everything you need to start your own workout program, to tone and strengthen the important muscle groups of your upper and lower body. This is vital for all of us, regardless of age, sex, or fitness level, and regardless of whether your primary goal is body sculpting, weight control, health maintenance, or more energy for daily activities. Strength training not only tones and conditions the muscles we use every day to stand, walk, lift, and turn; it can actually transform our body composition. By reducing body fat and increasing the proportion of lean muscle in our bodies, strength training can effectively turn up our metabolic thermostat, so that we burn calories all the time, no matter what were doing. Its easyall you have to do is spend 15 to 20 minutes a day, 3 to 4 days per week on your Total Gym 1100 to start realizing the benefits.
Be sure to read through this Owners Manual carefully. It is the authoritative source of information about your Total Gym 1100. If you have questions about your Total Gym 1100, please call Customer Service at 1-800-321-9236, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Instructions & Warnings. Product Specifications. Set Up. Accessories. Starting Out. Inspection, Maintenance & Storage Parts List and Exploded Drawing.4.5.6-7.8-10.11.12-13.14

9/1/04

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS - Please reference Product Specifications diagram on page 5.

WARNING

Warning Label 1. FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS STATED IN THE OWNERS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. MAXIMUM USER WEIGHT 275 LBS. REPLACE THIS LABEL IF DAMAGED, ILLEGIBLE OR REMOVED.

Fig. 5a

a. Release Spring Loaded Pin (on left side rail) as shown. b. Fold Vertical Column down towards the center of the unit. c. Then insert Safety Hitch Pin at bottom of vertical column.
Spring Loaded Pin Fig. 5c Insert Safety Hitch Pin Fig. 5b Fold Vertical Column down

Warning Label 2.

MAKE SURE ADJUSTMENT PIN IS LOCKED IN PLACE BEFORE BEGINNING EXERCISES.
Warning Label 3. (3 locations)
CRUSH HAZARD, KEEP HANDS CLEAR DURING FOLDING.
Slide the Glideboard towards the bottom of unit shown in Figure 6.

Warning Label 4.

BE CAREFUL NOT TO BUMP HEAD WHEN LEG ATTACHMENT IS IN PLACE.
Warning Label 5. (4 locations)
PINCH POINT. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM THE FENDER.
With caution, to avoid pinched fingers or hands, grab the top of the Glideboard and slowly pull the unit up allowing the rollers to bring the back of the unit towards the center. Keep approximately 12 apart. Continue to fold the exerciser together until it is completely folded and roll the exerciser into a closet for storage. To store under a bed, simply lower the exerciser to the floor and roll under the bed. Do not store unit in upright position when folded.

Fig. 7 & 8 Lift Here

CAUTION
Caution Label 1. REMOVE MULTI FUNCTION ATTACHMENT FROM FRAME WHEN NOT REQUIRED FOR THE SPECIFIC EXERCISE.
Caution Label 2. KEEP HAIR, FINGERS, LOOSE CLOTHING, PETS, AND CHILDREN AWAY FROM HINGES AND OTHER MOVING PARTS TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY. ALSO, BE SURE TO HAVE ALL PINS LOCKED IN PLACE BEFORE GETTING ON YOUR TOTAL GYM TO AVOID SEVERE INJURY.

Back Crossbar

Front Crossbar
Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult a physician or health professional, who can assist you in planning a program appropriate for your age andphysical condition. This is especially important if you are over age 35 or have pre-existing health problems. Do not overexert yourself. Stop exercising immediately and consult your doctor if you experience pain or tightness in your chest, irregular heart beat, shortness of breath, or if you feel faint, nauseous, or dizzy. This product is designed for home use only. It is not intended for commercial or institutional use. Use only as instructed. Do not stand on the product. The Total Gym is not intended for use by children. Keep this and all fitness equipment out of the reach of children.

TO REMOVE THE GLIDEBOARD

You can also remove the Glideboard if you need to fit the exerciser under a narrow space (between 6 and 8). IMPORTANT: The Glideboard weighs approximately 15 lbs. Use caution when lifting it off of the exerciser. Lifting incorrectly may result in user injury. 1. With exerciser laying flat on the floor, disconnect the pulley from the hook on the underside of the glideboard. Tilt up the glideboard and slide it off the frame of the exerciser. When the bench is completely off the exerciser, set it aside. Pull the Spring Loaded Pin to release the Rail and fold the exerciser together as shown above in Figure 7 & 8 Be sure you release the Spring Loaded Pin before folding.

Fig. 2

Keep fingers, loose clothing, and hair away from moving parts. Inspect your exerciser before each use to ensure proper operation. Do not use this equipment unless all moving parts, including cables and pulleys are working properly. See pages 12 &13 for details on inspection, maintenance and storage. The exerciser should only be used on a mat or carpeted surface to prevent unexpected movement of the unit. Use only the accessory items recommended by the manufacturer. To avoid serious injury, care should be taken at all times when getting on and off this or any exercise equipment. 2.
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
INSPECT YOUR TOTAL GYM 1100 PRIOR TO EACH USE
Before using your Total Gym 1100 for your workout session, be sure to make the following inspection: Make sure the equipment is fully opened and sitting on a solid, level surface with plenty of clearance on all sides. Unit should be used on a mat or on carpeted surfaces only. Make sure all the Hitch Pins are securely in place and locked into position. Check that the Pulley is attached securely to the loop on the top underside of the glideboard. Check that the Cables are traveling correctly in the groove of each pulley. Make sure the Cable is securely fastened to each Hand Grip. Check that the Multi Function Attachment or other accessories are installed correctly when in use. Make sure the Glideboard is gliding smoothly along the frame.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Vertical Height Adjustment Column
WARNING LABEL 1 WARNING LABEL 2
Height Adjustment C Pin Arm Pulley Assembly Spring loaded pin (located on side of rail)
WARNING LABEL 5 CAUTION LABEL 3
Height Adjustment Lever Cable

WARNING LABEL 3

Glideboard

CAUTION LABEL 2

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Wipe down your Total Gym 1100 on a regular basis using a clean cloth and alcohol or alcohol-based products like Windex or 409. Do not leave towels or workout clothing laying or hanging on the equipment. Periodically check the following parts for signs of fraying or other wear: the cable, pulleys, wheels, glideboard, accessories and frame. If the cable, pulleys, frame or wheels need replaced do not use your unit, wait until the part is replaced. If any other part than the ones listed above needs to be replaced, do not use that part until it is replaced. Never use a lubricant such as WD-40 or ArmorAll to lubricate or clean the unit. Use only 3-in-1 oil or machine oil to lubricate the axles of the wheel or pulley, not the roller surface.

Handle Roller Safety Hitch Pin

Top Inner Rail

Center Support Rail Back Crossbar Bottom Outer Rail

Roller

Leg Pulley Accessory Kit
Pulley/D-Ring Assembly Foot Harness Rope Clip 1 Large Hitch Pin
TO STORE YOUR TOTAL GYM 1100
Follow these easy steps to store your exerciser properly: 1. 2. 3. 4. Remove all accessories and attachments. Remove Safety Hitch Pin and Safety Pin from Vertical Column. Be sure the Cable Pulley is attached to the underside of the glideboard for folding. Position one foot on back crossbar to keep the product from lifting off the floor. With one hand on the rail, grasp the height adjustment C pin and pull it out from the height adjustment column. Slowly lower the rails until they rest on the back crossbar. Lower the height adjustment column all the way down until it rests on the center rail. Allen Wrenches Clip

2 Large Hitch Pins

Multi Function Attachment

CAUTION LABEL 1

Foam Pad Brackets

LENGTH:

Leg Pulley Bracket
For use with leg pulley accessory only.

WARNING LABEL 4

HEIGHT: WIDTH:
folded 501/2 in use 88 folded 81/2 in use 44 161/lbs.

Stopper

Packed in the leg pulley accessory kit
WEIGHT: 58 lbs. MAX. USER WEIGHT:

SET UP

Your product comes with: Safety Hitch Pin located at the bottom of the Vertical Column, which must be removed prior to unfolding. One (1) Spring Loaded Pin locked into the base of the left rail by the height adjustment tube. Left side is determined by standing behind the unit facing the Vertical Column. IMPORTANT: To Prevent Injury Be sure the spring-loaded pin is locked securely into place in the left rail before using unit. This will prevent the height adjustment column from falling forward. One Large Hitch Pin for Leg Pulley Bracket is located in the Leg Pulley Accessory Kit as well as two Large Hitch Pins for the Multi Function Attachment. IMPORTANT: Before using the Multi Function Attachment or Leg Pulley Accessory be sure the Hitch Pins are securely inserted (see page 8, 9 & 11 of this manual for directions).

STARTING OUT

Wear athletic shoes and comfortable light clothing when exercising on the Total Gym 1100. Do not exercise barefoot. Check your exerciser before using to ensure that all the parts are in place and working properly (see page 12 & 13 for details on inspection, maintenance and storage). Adult supervision is required at all times. NOTE: The Rails and Glideboard can be raised to any desired level on the Height Adjustment Column depending upon your degree of fitness. Please note, however, that the Rails cannot be raised to the highest position on the Height Adjustment Column when the Leg Pulley Bracket is attached to the column. Be sure you have plenty of free space around the exerciser so that performing on the Total Gym 1100, as well as getting on and off, is convenient and safe. Each time you raise or lower the Adjustment Column, be sure you hold it to keep it from dropping to the floor.

Pull the product out of the shipping box. Remove all packaging materials, including tape and cardboard inserts, from your unit.

Lift Here

Begin using the product at a low incline. As your fitness level progresses, increase the incline to increase the intensity and improve your muscle strength. Dont be in a hurry to exercise at a high intensity level; start out easily and build gradually. The Total Gym 1100 is as easy as 1-2-3 to use, so read on. 1. Important Things to Remember When Using the Total Gym 1100 Always have control of the glideboard before getting on and off the exerciser. Keep your feet on the floor when getting on and off the exerciser. Only remove them from the floor for the duration of the exercise. If you are using the handles, hold onto them as you get on and off the glideboard. Exercising with the Handles Only Grasp the handles which are attached to the cable and slide the glideboard to a position in which you can comfortably sit or lay down when performing the desired exercise (see Exercise Booklet). Be sure to keep your feet on the floor until you are in the correct position for the specific exercise. Then, if the exercise calls for your feet to be off the floor, place your feet as specified in the instructions. Exercising with the Multi Function Attachment Only Slide the glideboard to a position in which you can comfortably sit or lay down on when performing the desired exercise (see your Exercise Booklet). Keep your feet on the ground until you are in the correct position and feel comfortable. Then, place your feet in the proper position and begin to exercise.
Lay product on the floor with glideboard side up. Make sure you have plenty of space on both ends of the product. Slide the glideboard as far as it will go towards the Front Crossbar before you begin lifting unit.
Lift the exerciser up by holding it at the top of the rails. Using your foot, slowly spread the unit open at the bottom approximately 12 inches so that it rests firmly on the Front and Back Crossbars not allowing it to go too far.
Make sure the handles are out to the sides before you begin to unfold your unit. Keep hands and fingers away from pulley. Hold onto the top center of glideboard and begin rolling rear rollers. Spread the unit out until it is flat on the floor. Be careful to do this slowly. Be sure to support the frame in the center to avoid having the product drop suddenly onto the floor or pinch fingers.

Hold Here While Lowering To The Ground
When starting your exercise program, begin with the basic exercises shown in the Exercise Booklet included with your Total Gym 1100 to familiarize yourself with the movements. Use the lowest incline level to start with you can work up to a higher incline level in the weeks and months to come. For the specific Total Gym 1100 exercises and programs, study and follow the instructions in the Exercise Booklet included with your product.
(a) Remove Safety Hitch Pin from bottom of Vertical Column. Remove plastic packing ties from the top and bottom of the Vertical Column. Pull out the Spring Loaded Pin Knob located at the left rail (NOTE - pin shown in picture is on right side) to release Spring Loaded Pin. Continue to hold pin out while performing the next step.

Safety Hitch Pin

Spring Loaded Pin
HOW TO ATTACH THE LEG PULLEY ACCESSORY KIT
Rope Pulley/D-Ring Assembly Pulley Harness Clip Leg Pulley Bracket
(b) Take hold of the Vertical Column and pull it up until it is upright. Release the Spring Loaded Pin. You should hear it lock back into place. IMPORTANT: Be sure the Spring Loaded Pin is locked into place before using your unit. You will know the pin is locked into place when you can see the end protrude through the inside of the rail bracket. 6.

Pull Vertical Column Up

Clip Large Hitch Pin
Release spring loaded pin
(a) Position one foot on back crossbar to keep the product from lifting off the floor. With one hand on either the right or left rail and the other hand holding the height adjustment C pin, slide the rails up along the height adjustment column. Line up the hole to the first (lowest) position on the height adjustment column. (b) Insert height adjustment C pin from the back as shown.

Bracket

Fig. 1
Connect the Leg Pulley Bracket to the top of the Vertical Column by aligning Bracket with the hole at the top of the column. (Be sure bracket is right side up.) Insert Large Hitch Pin through the hole to secure Bracket onto the Vertical Column (See Fig. 1). Detach the Cable Assembly from the loop on the underside of the glideboard and attach one of the Clips from the Leg Pulley Assembly. Place D-Ring on Pulley first. Then connect the D-Ring to the Bracket as shown.(See Fig. 2)

Large Hitch Pin

Bracket D-Ring Pulley
Push the pin down into its locked position (it should lay flat against the height adjustment column). Never sit on or exercise on the unit without the height adjustment C pin securely locked into place.
NOTE: If rope appears to be twisted, take D-Ring off and turn Pulley around. 4. Attach the Foot Harness to one of your feet by placing your foot in the Harness so the sewn-in-ring is on the bottom of your foot. Pull tightly on the belt so the Harness is secure.(See Fig. 3) (a) Position yourself on the glideboard correctly for the specific exercise you want to perform. (b) While lying down on the glideboard, connect the Clip on the end of the rope to an O-Ring on the Harness attached to your foot.(See Fig 4.) Depending on the exercise you are performing, connect the Clip to the proper O-Ring. Be sure to always stabilize the glideboard when clipping the Harness on or off. Also, use caution when getting on or off the glideboard. You are now ready to exercise using the Leg Pulley Accessory. See your Exercise Guide for specific exercises that utilize the Leg Pulley Accessory. NOTE: Remove Leg Pulley Bracket when you are not exercising with it.

Fig. 3

O-Ring (loose)
NOTE: Insert Safety Hitch Pin in the side hole located at the bottom of the Vertical Column. (This is the pin you removed in step 5a).
Harness Buckle Foot Harness O-Ring (sewn in) O-Ring (loose)

STOPPER ASSEMBLY

8. If the Stopper at the bottom of the Vertical Column has not already been installed, please do so now. Locate the Stopper which is packed in the Leg Pully Kit (See Product Specifications on page 5 of this manual). Unscrew nut on the end of the Stopper and remove. Insert the Stopper into the hole located in the center of the Back Crossbar. (See Fig. 1) Screw the nut back onto the Stopper and tighten with Allen Wrenches provided. (See Fig. 2) IMPORTANT: Proper installation of the Stopper is necessary for the Rollers to function easily when the unit is folded and rolled into place for storage.

Fig. 4

(c) To disconnect the Harness, unclip the rope from the O-Ring on the Harness. Be sure to stabilize glideboard when disconnecting Foot Harness.
HOW TO ATTACH THE MULTI FUNCTION ATTACHMENT
The multi function attachment provided with your unit has been uniquely designed to serve several purposes. It can be placed at the top or bottom of the exerciser and angled toward you or away from you depending upon what is comfortable for you. Two thick foam pads are provided with the multi function attachment. They must be attached to the attachment (if not already) before exercising. To do this: 1. Simply wet each end of the straight crossbar of the attachment with some soapy water. Attach foam pads on the crossbar as shown in Figure 1. Let dry before beginning to exercise with the multi function attachment.

FRONT PRESS

1. Locate the holes at the bottom of the right and left rails near the front crossbar. With the attachment toward the glideboard, line up the brackets on the attachment with the desired position holes on the rails. Insert the 2 large hitch pins through the holes on the attachment brackets and the hole on the rails, as shown in Figure 4. You are now ready to perform the front press which works the upper chest and triceps. See your Exercise Booklet for specific exercises.

SQUATS

1. Locate the holes at the bottom of the right and left rails near the front crossbar. With the attachment angled away from the glideboard, line up the brackets on the attachment with the desired position holes on the rails. Insert the 2 large hitch pins through the holes on the attachment brackets and the hole on the rails, as shown in Figure 5. You are now ready to perform the front press which works the thighs and calves. See your Exercise Booklet for specific exercises. NOTE: When performing the squat exercises, be sure to position your hands on the side of the glideboard, NOT along the bottom of the board in order to avoid pinched fingers.

Fig. 5

Proper ways to use the multi function attachment in accordance with the exercises you wish to do: 2.

PULL UPS

1. Locate the holes at the top of the right and left rails on the column end of the unit. With the attachment angled toward the glideboard, line up the brackets on the attachment with the desired position holes on the rails. Insert the 2 large hitch pins through the holes on the multi function attachment brackets and the hole on the rails, as shown in Figure 2. You are now ready to perform pull up and chin up exercises to work the arms, lats and back. See your Exercise Booklet for specific exercises.
LEG PULL: CRUNCHES, LEGS AND SIT UPS
1. Locate the holes at the top of the right and left rails on the column end of the unit. With the attachment angled away from the glideboard, line up the brackets on the attachment with the desired position holes on the rails. Insert the 2 large hitch pins through the holes on the multi function attachment brackets and the hole on the rails, as shown in Figure 3. You are now ready to perform leg pulls, crunches and sit up exercises to work the abdominals, waist and legs. See your Exercise Booklet for specific exercises.