ProSpot Fitness P-600 - Manual (Page 13)

User Instructions for the P-600
Do not allow any liquid to be near the machine or spilled on any electrical part. Do not insert any foreign object
into the electrical box or attempt to open it. If you have any questions or need help refer to our web site at
www.prospotfitness.com.
1. Connect the power supply to a standard 110-volt household current. While connecting the power supply
do not touch the barbell as this may interfere with the computer’s initial settings. If you need to reset
the computer, simply unplug the power supply, wait 10 seconds and reconnect it. It is recommended
that surge protection be used to help protect and extend the life of the Electronic Box of the unit from
power surges and lightening strikes. A flashing green light will appear on the Electronic Box when
power is on. When sensors are activated, a steady red light will also come on.
Become familiar with the Grab and Go® operation BEFORE placing weights on the barbell.
2. Position the Spot Blocks: Before positioning the Spot Blocks, place the barbell into the lowest position
for the exercise you will be performing. Move the barbell by grasping it and raising it 1” to unlock, then
raise or lower it into the desired position. Open hands to lock the barbell in place. To move the Spot
Blocks, place your index and middle fingers underneath the finger grip and your thumb on the push-
release lever. Push in the push-release lever with your thumb and move the Spot Blocks so that they
are touching the top of the slider locking block (the black block with the ProSpot Fitness® logo on it).
Release the push-release lever to lock the Spot Block in place.
3. Assume a normal starting position for your desired free-weight exercise.
4. Grasp the barbell:
I. Rotate the barbell so that the Touch Sensor Strip embedded in the barbell is touching your fingertips.
It is necessary for your fingertips to maintain skin contact with the Touch Sensor Strip throughout your
free-weight exercise.
II. Learn the Rule Of Thumb: Sometimes referred to as a “false grip” or “sissy grip”, the Rule Of Thumb
is a style of grip in which the thumb does not wrap around the bar but rests alongside the index
fingers. Using this type of grip with your ProSpot Fitness® equipment will prevent your thumb from
maintaining skin contact with the Touch Sensor Strip when you attempt to lock the bar in place.
III. Once you have grasped the barbell, you will hear a soft ‘click’ and a solid red light will appear on the
Electronic Box in addition to the flashing green power light.
5. While still grasping the barbell, lift about 1”, using an even upward lifting motion on both sides of the
barbell. This upward movement will disengage the locking mechanism. If you have performed this step
correctly, the barbell will now be under your control, the cables will move freely over the pulleys and the
slider knuckles will slide smoothly up and down the guideposts. You can now safely perform any free-
weight exercise without the need of a spotter. Simply Grab and Go®!
6. Locking the barbell in place: When you are finished using the barbell, open your hands to remove your
fingertips from the Touch Sensor Strip and at the same time continue to support the barbell with the
palms of your hands. (Make sure no other skin contact is being made with the Touch Sensor Strip.)
Slowly lower the barbell until it locks into position. There is a locking position every 1”. Now remove
your palms from the barbell. The barbell is now locked and ready for your next exercise.
7. Always maintain control of the movement of the barbell. Do not allow the barbell to swing against the
machine frame, as this may cause damage to the finish. Do not attempt to throw or slam the barbell
attached to the cables, as this may result in damage to the locking mechanism. Intentional misuse of
the P-600 will void any and all warranties.
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