FREE MOTION GZFI8176.1, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

For optimal performance of the strength equipment and to reduce the chances of injury to users, you must per-
form preventive maintenance on a regular basis. Instruct all personnel to perform the procedures described in
this section. Personnel must also record and report any accident. To maintain the strength equipment’s warranty,
use only FREEMOTION EPIC parts for repair or replacement. If there are any questions or concerns, see HOW
TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on the back cover of this manual.

DAILY MAINTENANCE

Upholstery and Frame—General Cleaning

1.  Clean the strength equipment 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.

2.  Rinse the area thoroughly using a soft cloth damp-

ened with clean water. Dry thoroughly.

Upholstery—Difficult Stains

1.  Spray the stain with a non-abrasive household

cleaner such as FORMULA 409

®

cleaner, SIMPLE

GREEN

®

, or a similar product. Rub the stained

area gently and let the cleaning solution sit for a
few minutes.

2.  Rinse the area thoroughly using a soft cloth damp-

ened with clean water. Dry thoroughly.

3.  Repeat these steps if necessary using a soft bristle

brush.

Optional Method for Difficult Stains

1.  Rub the stained area gently using a soft cloth

dampened with rubbing alcohol. 

2.  Rinse the area thoroughly using a soft cloth damp-

ened with clean water. Dry thoroughly.

CAUTION:

When using any cleaning product, try it

first in an unnoticeable place to ensure that there is no
damage to the material. Follow the directions and the
safety precautions of the manufacturer of each clean-
ing product used. FreeMotion Fitness and its vendors
cannot be held liable for damage or injuries resulting
from the use or misuse of cleaning products.

Important:

Do not use abrasive cleaners, which may

scratch the strength equipment. Strong cleaners and
abrasives will damage decals; use caution around
decals. Do not use solvents such as lacquer thinner,
kerosene, gasoline, or similar liquids.

WEEKLY MAINTENANCE

Hardware

Check all nuts and bolts and tighten them as required.

Important:

All FREEMOTION EPIC cushions have

dense plywood supports with tee-nuts that are used to
bolt the cushions to the strength equipment. Because
the tee-nuts are held by the plywood, they will not
withstand the torque that standard nuts and bolts will.
When tightening the bolts securing a cushion, 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.

Cables

1.  Check each cable for proper tension (see CABLE

ADJUSTMENT on page 8).

2.  Check the entire length of each cable by slowly

performing one repetition on the strength equip-
ment; inspect the cable that is exposed on the
exterior of the strength equipment and the cable
inside the 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. a torn or split cable sheath that exposes the

cable

B. a kinked or severely bent cable
C. a curled or twisted sheath
D. a stretched cable sheath, showing a thinning

cross-section

A

B

D

C