Model No. 831.15963.0
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the space
above for reference.
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Part List and Drawing
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISER
User’s Manual
Serial Number
Decal
(under frame)
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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................11
EXERCISE GUIDELINES ....................................................................13
PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
EXPLODED DRAWING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
90 DAY FULL WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
This drawing shows the location(s) of the warning decal(s).
If a decal is missing or illegible, call 1-877-992-5999 and
request a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the
location shown. Note: The decal(s) may not be shown at
actual size.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on the weight bench before using the weight bench.
Sears assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the
use of this product.
1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the weight bench are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
2. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or per-
sons with pre-existing health problems.
3. The weight bench is not intended for use by
persons with reduced physical, sensory, or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they are given supervi-
sion or instruction about use of the weight
bench by someone responsible for their
safety.
4. Use the weight bench only as described in
this manual.
5. The weight bench is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight bench in any
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
6. Keep the weight bench indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Do not put the weight
bench in a garage or covered patio, or near
water.
7. Place the weight bench on a level surface,
with enough clearance around the weight
bench to mount, dismount, and use the
weight bench. To protect the floor or carpet
from damage, place a mat under the weight
bench.
8. Inspect and properly tighten all parts each
time the weight bench is used. Replace any
worn parts immediately.
9. Keep children under age 13 and pets away
from the weight bench at all times.
10. Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts.
11. Always wear athletic shoes for foot
protection while using the weight bench.
12. The weight bench is designed to support a
maximum user weight of 250 lbs. (113 kg),
and a maximum total weight of 360 lbs. (163
kg). Do not place more than 110 lbs. (49
kg), including a barbell and weights, on the
weight rests. Do not place more than 50 lbs.
(23 kg) on the leg lever.
13. Do not use a barbell that is longer than five
ft. (1.5 m) with the weight bench.
14. Always place the same amount of weight
on both ends of the barbell. While adding or
removing weights, always keep some weight
on both ends of the barbell to prevent the
barbell from tipping. Always secure weights
with the spring collars.
15. Before using the leg lever, place the bar-
bell with the same amount of weight on the
weight rests to balance the bench.
16. Before using the backrest, make sure that
the backrest support is inserted fully into the
uprights.
17. Always exercise with a partner. Your partner
should be ready to catch the barbell if you
cannot complete a repetition
18. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint, if you become short
of breath, or if you experience pain while
exercising, stop immediately and cool down.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
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Backrest
Weight Rest
Backrest Support
Upright
Leg Lever
Curl Knob
Weight Tube
Barbell
Spring Collar
Spring Collar
Curl Pad
Thank you for selecting the WEIDER
®
PRO 265
weight bench. The versatile PRO 265 weight bench is
designed to develop every major muscle group of the
body. Whether your goal is to have a shapely figure,
dramatic muscle size and strength, or a healthier car-
diovascular system, the weight bench will help you to
achieve the specific results you want.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the weight bench. If you have questions after
reading this manual, please see the back cover of this
manual. To help us assist you, note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number and the location of the serial number
decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.
Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the labeled parts.
Seat
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Length: 5 ft. 5 in. (164 cm)
Width: 4 ft. (121 cm)
Note: The terms “right side” and “left side” are determined relative to a person sitting on the
weight bench; the terms do not correspond to right and left in the drawings in this manual.
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Use the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. The number in parentheses below each
drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. Note: If a part is not in
the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preassembled. Extra hardware may be included. If a part is
missing, call 1-877-992-5999.
M8 Locknut (17)
M10 Locknut (33)
M8 Washer (16)
M6 Washer (26)
M10 x 77mm Carriage Bolt (18)
M10 x 60mm Carriage Bolt (34)
M8 x 15mm
Screw (37)
M8 x 75mm Bolt (32)
M6 x 40mm Screw (30)
M4 x 19mm
Screw (19)
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART
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• Assembly requires two persons.
• Because of its weight and size, assemble the
weight bench in the location where it will be used.
Make sure that there is enough clearance to walk
around the weight bench as you assemble it.
• Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing
materials until you nish all assembly steps.
• To identify small parts, see page 5.
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tools:
one adjustable wrench
one Phillips screwdriver
Assembly may be easier if you have a set of
wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
ASSEMBLY
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1. Go to www.weiderservice.com/registration on
your computer and register your product.
• activates your warranty
• saves you time if you ever need to contact
Customer Care
• allows us to notify you of upgrades and offers
Note: If you do not have Internet access, call
1-877-992-5999 and register your product.
2
19
15
15
14
1
2. Identify the Right and Left Uprights (1, 14), and
orient them as shown.
Attach an Upright Foot (15) to the Left Upright
(14) with an M4 x 19mm Screw (19).
Attach the other Upright Foot (15) to the
Right Upright (1) in the same way.
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4
16
37
37
16
16
37
37
13
8
A
4. Attach the Stabilizer (13) to the top of the indi-
cated bracket (A) on the Front Leg (8) with an
M8 x 15mm Screw (37) and an M8 Washer (16);
do not tighten the Screw yet.
5. Attach the Frame (2) to the Front Leg (8) with
three M8 x 15mm Screws (37) and three M8
Washers (16); do not tighten the Screws yet.
5
2
8
3
3
18
22
33
14
1
3. Attach the Crossbar (3) to the Left Upright (14)
with two M10 x 77mm Carriage Bolts (18), a
Support Bracket (22), and two M10 Locknuts
(33); do not tighten the Locknuts yet.
Attach the Crossbar (3) to the Right Upright
(1) in the same way.
8
13
A
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7
4
7. Insert a Pad Tube (10) into a hole in the Leg
Lever (4). Slide a Foam Pad (23) onto each side
of the Pad Tube.
Attach the other Pad Tube (not shown) and
two Foam Pads (23) in the same way.
10
4
23
23
17
32
8
23
8
8. Using a plastic bag to keep your fingers clean,
apply a generous amount of the included grease
to an M8 x 75mm Bolt (32).
Attach the Leg Lever (4) to the brackets on the
Front Leg (8) with the M8 x 75mm Bolt (32) and
an M8 Locknut (17). Do not overtighten the
Locknut; the Leg Lever must pivot easily.
Grease
6
6. Attach the Frame (2) and the Stabilizer (13) to
the Crossbar (3) with two M10 x 60mm Carriage
Bolts (34) and two M10 Locknuts (33); do not
tighten the Locknuts yet.
See steps 3–6. Tighten the M10 Locknuts (33)
and the M8 x 15mm Screws (37).
2
3
33
13
34
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11. Attach the Seat (11) to the Frame (2) with four
M6 x 40mm Screws (30) and four M6 Washers
(26); start all the Screws, and then tighten
them.
10. Orient the Backrest (6) so that the narrow end
(C) is in the indicated location.
Attach the Backrest (6) to the Backrest Tubes (5)
with four M6 x 40mm Screws (30) and four M6
Washers (26); start all the Screws, and then
tighten them.
10
26
26
30
30
5
6
11
11
26
30
2
9. Apply a generous amount of the grease to the
pivot rod (B) on the Frame (2)
Set the Backrest Support (7) into a set of brack-
ets on the Uprights (1, 14).
Orient the Backrest Tubes (5) as shown. Slide a
Backrest Tube onto each side of the pivot rod (B).
9
2
14
1
7
5
5
B
Grease
C
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12
27
13
24
27
37
14
12. Attach the Curl Pad (24) to the Curl Post (27)
with two M8 x 15mm Screws (37).
13. Insert the Curl Post (27) into the Front Leg (8)
and align one of the adjustment holes in the Curl
Post with the indicated hole (D) in the Front Leg.
Then, tighten the Curl Knob (31) into the Front
Leg.
8
D
31
15. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the weight bench. Extra parts may be
included. The use of all remaining parts will be explained in ADJUSTMENT, beginning on page 11.
14. Attach a Spring Collar (25) to the weight tube on
the Leg Lever (4).
25
4
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ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE LEG LEVER
To use the Leg Lever (4), slide the desired Weights
(36, 38) onto the weight tube on the Leg Lever.
Secure the Weights with a Spring Collar (25).
ADJUSTING THE BACKREST
The Backrest (6) can be used in any of three posi-
tions. To adjust the position of the Backrest, lift the
Backrest, set the Backrest Support into the desired
set of brackets (A) on the Uprights (1, 14), and then
rest the Backrest on the Backrest Support.
1
14
4
25
Weight
Tube
36, 38
6
7
Bracket
Bracket
WARNING: When using
the Leg Lever (4), place the Barbell (29)
with the same amount of weight on
the weight rests to balance the weight
bench.
Do not place more than 50 lbs.
(23 kg) on the Leg Lever.
ADJUSTMENT
The steps below explain how the weight bench can be adjusted. See the accompanying exercise guide to see the
correct form for several exercises.
Make sure that all parts are properly tightened each time you use the weight bench. Replace any worn parts
immediately. The weight bench can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent; do not use
solvents.
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ATTACHING THE CURL PAD
For some exercises, the Curl Pad (24) must be
attached to the weight bench. Insert the Curl Post
(27) into the Front Leg (8) and align an adjustment
hole in the Curl Post with the adjustment hole in the
Front Leg. Then, secure the Curl Post with the Curl
Knob (31).
When the Curl Pad (24) is not being used, store it
away from the weight bench.
ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE BARBELL
Slide the same amount of Weight (36, 38) onto both
ends of the Barbell (29). Then, slide the two Spring
Collars (25) against the Weights.
29
38
36
36
25
WARNING: Always secure
Weights (36, 38) on the Barbell (29) with the
Spring Collars (25). Do not place more than
110 lbs. (49 kg), including the Barbell and
Weights, on the weight rests.
27
24
8
Hole
31
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EXERCISE GUIDELINES
FOUR TYPES OF STRENGTH WORKOUTS
Note: A “repetition” is one complete cycle of an
exercise, such as one sit-up. A “set” is a series of
repetitions.
Muscle Building—Work your muscles near their maxi-
mum capacity and progressively increase the intensity
of your exercise. Adjust the intensity level of an indi-
vidual exercise as follows:
• Change the amount of resistance used.
• Change the number of repetitions or sets performed.
Use your own judgment to determine the amount of
resistance that is right for you. Begin with 3 sets of 8
repetitions for each exercise you perform. Rest for 3
minutes after each set. When you can complete 3 sets
of 12 repetitions without difficulty, increase the amount
of resistance.
Toning—Tone your muscles by working them to a
moderate percentage of their capacity. Select a moder-
ate amount of resistance and increase the number of
repetitions in each set. Complete as many sets of 15 to
20 repetitions as possible without discomfort. Rest for
1 minute after each set. Work your muscles by com-
pleting more sets rather than by using high amounts of
resistance.
Weight Loss—To lose weight, use a low amount of
resistance and increase the number of repetitions in
each set. Exercise for 20 to 30 minutes, resting for a
maximum of 30 seconds between sets.
Cross Training—Combine strength training and aero-
bic exercise by following this type of program:
• Strength training workouts on Monday, Wednesday,
and Friday.
• 20 to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise on Tuesday and
Thursday.
• One full day of rest each week to give your body time
to regenerate.
WORKOUT GUIDELINES
Familiarize yourself with the equipment and learn the
proper form for each exercise. Use your own judgment
to determine the appropriate length of time for each
workout, and the numbers of repetitions and sets to
complete. Progress at your own pace and be sensitive
to your body’s signals. Follow each workout with at
least one day of rest.
Warming Up—Start with 5 to 10 minutes of stretch-
ing and light exercise. A warm-up increases your body
temperature, heart rate, and circulation in preparation
for exercise.
Working Out—Include 6 to 10 different exercises in
each workout. Select exercises for every major muscle
group, emphasizing areas that you want to develop.
To give balance and variety to your workouts, vary the
exercises from workout to workout.
Cooling Down—Finish with 5 to 10 minutes of stretch-
ing. Stretching increases the flexibility of your muscles
and helps to prevent post-exercise problems.
EXERCISE FORM
Move through the full range of motion for each exer-
cise and move only the appropriate parts of the body.
Perform the repetitions in each set smoothly and
without pausing. The exertion stage of each repeti-
tion should last about half as long as the return stage.
Exhale during the exertion stage of each repetition and
inhale during the return stroke. Never hold your breath.
Rest for a short period of time after each set:
• Muscle Building—Rest for three minutes after each
set.
• Toning—Rest for one minute after each set.
• Weight Loss—Rest for 30 seconds after each set.
STAYING MOTIVATED
For motivation, keep a record of each workout. Write
the date, the exercises performed, the resistance used,
and the numbers of sets and repetitions completed.
Record your weight and key body measurements once
a month. To achieve good results, make exercise a
regular and enjoyable part of your life.
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Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description
1 1 Right Upright
2 1 Frame
3 1 Crossbar
4 1 Leg Lever
5 2 Backrest Tube
6 1 Backrest
7 1 Backrest Support
8 1 Front Leg
9 8 Pad Tube Cap
10 2 Pad Tube
11 1 Seat
12 2 Backrest Support Cap
13 1 Stabilizer
14 1 Left Upright
15 2 Upright Foot
16 4 M8 Washer
17 1 M8 Locknut
18 4 M10 x 77mm Carriage Bolt
19 2 M4 x 19mm Screw
20 1 Post Bushing
21 3 Leg Lever Cap
22 2 Support Bracket
23 4 Foam Pad
24 1 Curl Pad
25 3 Spring Collar
26 8 M6 Washer
27 1 Curl Post
28 2 Leg Lever Bushing
29 1 Barbell
30 8 M6 x 40mm Screw
31 1 Curl Knob
32 1 M8 x 75mm Bolt
33 6 M10 Locknut
34 2 M10 x 60mm Carriage Bolt
35 8 Square Cap
36 2 15-pound Weight
37 6 M8 x 15mm Screw
38 2 25-pound Weight
* – User’s Manual
* – Exercise Guide
* – Grease Packet
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. For information about ordering replacement parts, see
the back cover of this manual. If a part is missing, call 1-877-992-5999. *These parts are not illustrated.
PART LIST
Model No. 831.15963.0 R1016A
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Part 377269 R1016A Printed in China © 2016 ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.
If this Sears Weight Bench Exerciser fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within 90 days of
the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME
®
(1-800-469-4663) to arrange for free repair (or replace-
ment if repair proves impossible).
This warranty does not apply when the Weight Bench Exerciser is used commercially or for rental pur-
poses. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
90 DAY FULL WARRANTY
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