Cybex VR3® Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s and Service Manual Strength Systems Part Number 12231-999-4 C www.cybexinternational.
Cybex VR3® Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s and Service Manual Strength Systems Part Number 12231-999-4 C Cybex® and the Cybex logo are registered trademarks of Cybex International, Inc. VR3® and its mark are registered trademarks of Cybex International, Inc. DISCLAIMER: Cybex International, Inc., makes no representations or warranties regarding the contents of this manual.
Table of Contents 1 Safety Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Guidlines and Practices . . . . . . Warning/Caution Decals . . . . . . . . . . . Regular Maintenance Activities . . . . . . Using Proper Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-6 1-6 2 Exercises Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 3 Customer Service Contacting Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ordering parts . . . . . . .
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual 1 - Safety Safety Read the Owner’s Manual carefully before assembling, servicing or using the equipment. It is the responsibility of the facility owner and/or owner of the equipment to instruct users on proper operation of the equipment and review all labels. WARNING: Serious injury could occur if these safety precautions are not observed: User Safety Precautions • Obtain a medical exam prior to beginning an exercise program.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual • Make sure that each machine is set up and operated on a solid level surface. Do not install equipment on an uneven surface. • Make sure that all users are properly trained on how to use the equipment. • Make sure there is enough room for safe access and operation of the equipment. • Perform regular maintenance checks on the equipment.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual 3. Anchoring holes are provided on the feet of the frame. All anchoring locations must be used when anchoring the equipment to the floor. 4. Due to the wide variation of flooring on which machines may be anchored or installed, verify anchoring method and anchoring fasteners with a qualified and licensed contractor. 5. A minimum pull out force of 220 lbs/100 kgs is required for each anchor position.. 6. Do not use machine until it is properly anchored.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual A B CAUTION Personal injury may occur. Keep away from moving parts to avoid injury. 4000Y316-4 C WARNING SERIOUS INJURY COULD OCCUR IF THESE PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT OBSERVED 1. Exit machine from top step only. Weight stack must be down (not elevated). 2. Do not exit machine with foot bar in down position.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual Dip/Chin Assist - 12231 B (both sides) C B A B DESCRIPTION PART NO. A. Warning Label ..................4605-381-4 B. Caution Decal ..................4000Y316-4 C. Warning Decal .................
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual Regular Maintenance Activities Preventative maintenance activities must be performed to maintain normal operation of your equipment. Keeping a log sheet of all maintenance actions will assist you in staying current with all preventative maintenance activities. The preventative maintenance actions are described in detail in Chapter 5. Briefly, they include: Daily 1. Clean upholstery. Weekly 1. Inspect all nuts and bolts for looseness. Tighten as required. 2.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual 2 - Exercise Intended Use MUSCLES USED The intended use of this equipment is to aid or improve general physical fitness and exercise. For Commercial use. Instructions Read and understand all instructions and warnings prior to using this machine. See Chapter 1, Safety in the VR3 Owner’s Manual or consult with floor staff.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual Set Up 1. Select desired assist. 2. Select desired grip. 3. Step onto foot bar. NOTE: If assist is not desired, lift foot bar up. Movement 1. Lift/lower body with smooth controlled movements.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual 3 - Customer Service Contacting Service Hours of phone service are Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. For Cybex customers living in the USA, contact Cybex Customer Service at 888-462-9239. For Cybex customers living outside the USA, contact Cybex Customer Service at 508-533-4300 or fax 508-533-5183. Order parts and find information on the web at www.eCybex.com or by e-mail at techhelp@cybexintl.com.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual Return Material Authorization (RMA) The Return Material Authorization (RMA) system outlines the procedures to follow when returning material for placement, repair or credit. The system assures that returned materials are properly handled and analyzed. Follow the following procedures carefully. Contact your authorized Cybex dealer on all warranty-related matters. Your local Cybex dealer will request a RMA from Cybex, if applicable.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual Damaged Parts Materials damaged in shipment should not be returned for credit. Shipping damages are the responsibility of the carrier (UPS, Federal Express, trucking companies, etc.) Apparent Damage - Upon receipt of your shipment, check all items carefully. Any damage seen with a visual check must be noted on the freight bill and signed by the carrier’s agent. Failure to do so will result in the carriers refusal to honor your damage claim.
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Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual 4 - Assembly TOOLS REQUIRED • • • • • • 7/32” Allen wrench 1/8” Allen wrench Medium weight automotive engine oil Torque wrench 3/4” Wrench Tape measure NOTE: Two people will be required for this procedure. NOTE: It is the responsibility of the facility owner/owner of the equipment to ensure that there is appropriate clearance around each machine toallow for safe use and passage. NOTE: Refer to chapter 6 for reference diagrams. 1.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual D. Apply loctite to holes of connection plate. E. Using a 7/32” Allen wrench (supplied in kit) securley tighten all BHSCS securing chin handle in place. F. If BHSCS securing dip handle were loosened in step 5B then remove one BHSCS, apply loctite to hole in connection plate and BHSCS and then reinstall BHSCS. Repeat this step until all 12 BHSCS are loctited then securley tighten all BHSCS.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual T C E RR G N RO W CO NARROW bushing edge WIDE bushing edge faces upward Figure 3A NOTE: The narrow bushing edge must face downward. Figure 3B 8. Belt Routing. A. Verify belt is routed through top of pulley bracket and then route end of belt down to the top weight. Correct belt routing B. Carefully lift top weight and verify that the position of the belt clamp (on the top weight) is aligned properly with the top pulley bracket. Insert C.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual C. Install but do not tighten remaining BHSCS securing shroud. Front D. Tighten all BHSCS. 10. Install weight plate decals. Back A. Slowly and carefully peel off back side of decal. NOTE: When peeling off back cover, make sure that the decals remain attached to the front sticker. Figure 6. B. Insert a guide pin through each hole of the template. NOTE: A guide pin can be anything that fits through the weight stack hole, such as a weight stack selector pin.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual 5 - Maintenance All preventive maintenance activities must be performed on a regular basis. Performing routine preventive maintenance actions can aid in providing safe, trouble-free operation of all Cybex Strength Systems equipment. NOTE: Cybex is not responsible for performing regular inspection and maintenance actions for your machines. Instruct all personnel in equipment inspection and maintenance actions and also in accident reporting/recording.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual More Difficult Stains • Dampen a soft white cloth with a solution of 10% household bleach (sodium hypochlorite), 90% water. Rub gently. Rinse with a water dampened cloth to remove bleach concentration. • • The same procedure can be used with full strength household bleach, if necessary. Allow bleach to puddle on the affected area or apply with a soaked cloth for approximately 30 minutes.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual • • Don’t use scrapers, squeegees or razors. • Don’t clean with gasoline. Don’t apply cleaners in direct sunlight or at elevated temperatures. Compatible Cleaners and Detergents: • Formula 409 • Top Job • • Joy • Windex with Ammonia D Palmolive To Minimize Fine or Hairline Scratches: Mild automotive polish applied and removed with a soft, clean cloth will help fill scratches.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual Weekly Procedures 1. Check all nuts and bolts for looseness. Tighten as required. 2. Inspect all belts (entire length) for any non-uniformity and wear.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual 3. Some machines use cables in addition to belts. Inspect all cables for wear or damage and proper tension. When inspecting cables, run your fingers on the cable, paying particular attention to bends in the cable and attachment points. WARNING: Replace all worn cables immediately. The following conditions may indicate a worn cable: • A tear or crack in the cable sheath that exposes the cable. See Figure 1. Figure 1. • A kink in the cable. See Figure 2.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual 4. Inspect bars and handles for wear, paying particular attention to tab area connecting points. Replace all worn handles immediately. 5. Inspect snap links for proper latching (indicates wear). Replace all worn snap links immediately. 6. Inspect for loose or worn grips. Replace all loose or worn grips immediately. 7. Inspect all labeling for readability. This includes instructional placards, warning and caution decals. Replace all worn labeling immediately.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual Environment Static Electricity - Depending upon where you live, you may experience dry air, causing a common experience of static electricity. This may be especially true in the winter time. You may notice a static build-up just by walking across a carpet and then touching a metal object. The same can hold true while working out on your unit. You may experience a shock due to the build-up of static electricity on your body and the discharge path of the unit.
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Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual 6 - Service Please refer to the next several pages for parts lists, exploded-view diagrams and cable and belt routing diagrams. NOTE: All inspections and repairs must be performed by trained service personnel only. Cybex will void warranty if non-Cybex replacement parts are used.
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Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual Dip/Chin Assist PRODUCT NO. 12231 F G F G C A H B (Both Sides) I E D B K B M L L I NOTE: See exploded-veiw of step assembly for location of J (serial number decal). A. B. C. D. E. F. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Placard Decal .................... Caution Decal .................... Warning Decal.................... Warning Label ................... Weight Stack Belt .............. Grip ...................................
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual ITEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 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 QTY PART NO.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual DIP/CHIN ASSIST MAIN ASSEMBLY DETAIL 62 62 77 55 51 77 55 51 51 55 51 15 15 8 67 67 65 78 41 66 62 15 51 38 37 18 55 78 65 18 28 18 34 61 SEE STEP ASSEMBLY DETAIL 59 18 18 SEE UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY DETAIL SEE LOWER HANDLE ASSEMBLY DETAIL SEE FOOT BAR ASSEMBLY DETAIL Service Page 6-5
Service Page 6-6 BUMPER ASSEMBLY DETAIL 2 PLACES 17 21 43 34 11 10 17 43 21 34 SEE BUMPER ASSEMBLY DETAIL SEE LOWER WEIGHT ROD DETAIL 76 TORQUE SET SCREWS 300/350 IN/LBS INSTALLATION FOR TOP WEIGHT ASSEMBLY 19 SEE PAGE 6-10 19 19 UPPER WEIGHT ROD DETAIL SEE UPPER WEIGHT ROD DETAIL 22 LOWER WEIGHT ROD DETAIL 34 22 76 17 22 76 1 ALIGN BELT CLAMP WITH TOP PULLEY 17 43 21 SEE UPPER WEIGHT ROD DETAIL 31 SEE BUMPER ASSEMBLY DETAIL 68 68 68 12 14 79 19 58 68 58 58
83 26 4 39 5 35 73 33 4 24 78 70 70 UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY DETAIL 83 73 4 SEE LOWER ASSEMBLY DETAIL 5 70 83 78 26 78 33 5 74 74 26 63 54 54 24 53 5 39 82 83 4 53 53 26 70 53 48 Ø1.00 48 54 3.00 ±.12 48 54 63 9 48 BEARING TO BEARING SEE HANDLE SECTION DETAIL 27 6 48 63 32 6 6 57 27 42 70 9 WITH HANDLES ROLLED IN DRIVE PIN FROM INSIDE OUT UNTIL CLEARS FIRST WALL.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual FOOT BAR ASSEMBLY DETAIL 2 46 3 49 25 52 46 TORQUE BELT SET SCREWS 300/350 IN/LBS 69 64 52 46 45 77 64 71 47 53 29 75 49 72 45 20 7 36 75 60 46 64 52 47 53 64 7 52 72 77 34 STEP ASSEMBLY DETAIL 30 SEE NON SLIP ASSEMBLY DETAIL 30 56 56 56 41 62 34 23 62 .75 23 NON SLIP ASSEMBLY DETAIL 30 30 2X .25±.06 .69±.06 Service Service Page6-8 6-8 Page .63±.
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual Heavy Stack Assembly Configuration 12070-021 8 6 7 8 7 7 2 ITEM QTY PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 1 1 2 2 1 10 13 2 3 1 1 11040-007 12000-375 12000-378 12000-387 12102-330 3900-441 HF579000 HX570412 11040-409 HY740000 11040-216 11040-301 DESCRIPTION Top Weight Assembly 15 Panel, Insert Support Extrusion, Inc Wt Channel Insert, Increment Weight Decal, Cybex Panel Fastner, 10-24 U Type BHSCS, 10-24 X .
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual Top Weight Assembly ITEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 QTY 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 2 1 1 2 PART NO. 11040-366 11040-367 11040-369 11040-370 11040-427 11040-426 11040-424 11040-416 11040-425 BH030207 4700-251 BR030209 BR030220 HP016820 HP266765 HS720004 DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY PART NO. Top Weight Assembly, Molded Hub, Molded Rod, Linkage Pin Rod Stem Cover Plate Cover, Top Weight Knob Pin, Weight Selector Lifting Post 15 External Retaining Ring .
Cybex VR3 12231 Dip/Chin Assist Owner’s Manual DIP/CHIN ASSIST BELT ROUTING DETAIL Belt Length 177 Inches 50 2" BELT EXTENDED THIS SIDE Service Page 6-11
Service Page 6-12 .75±.25 .75±.25 84 79 16 37.00 ±.25 1.75 ±.12 1.50 ±.25 .13 ±.12 .50 ±.25 81 SHROUD DECAL PLACEMENT DETAIL 44 .56 ±.25 .25 ±.12 34 SERIAL NUMBER DECAL DETAIL 2.00 ±.25 80 34.50 ±.25 SECTION A-A 5.38 A 83 24 ALIGN EDGE OF DECAL WITH CENTERLINE OF TUBE WITH IN ±5° DECAL TO BE CENTERED ON TUBE WITH IN ± .25 82 WARNING DECAL DETAIL A 24 .69 .50±.25 3.00±.50 34 36 CAUTION DECAL DETAIL ll CAUTION DECAL DETAIL l TOP SIDE 77 77 2.00 ±.
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