IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of MATRIX products to instruct all 
individuals, whether they are the end user or supervising personnel on proper usage 
of the equipment.
It is recommended that all users of MATRIX exercise equipment be informed of the 
following information prior to its use. 
Do not use any equipment in any way other than designed or intended by the 
manufacturer. It is imperative that MATRIX equipment be used properly to avoid 
injury.
INSTALLATION
1.  STABLE AND LEVEL SURFACE: MATRIX exercise equipment must be installed on a 
stable base and properly leveled. 
2.  SECURING EQUIPMENT: Manufacturer recommends that all stationary 
MATRIX strength equipment be secured to the oor to stabilize equipment 
and eliminate rocking or tipping over. This must be performed by a licensed 
contractor. 
 
All anchor points must be able to withstand 750 lbs. (3.3 kN) pull-out force.
MAINTENANCE
1.  DO NOT use any equipment that is damaged and or has worn or broken parts. 
Use only replacement parts supplied by your country’s local MATRIX dealer. 
2.  MAINTAIN LABELS AND NAMEPLATES: Do not remove labels for any reason. 
They contain important information. If unreadable or missing, contact your 
MATRIX dealer for a replacement.
3.  MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT: Preventative maintenance is the key to smooth 
operating equipment as well as keeping your liability to a minimum. Equipment 
needs to be inspected at regular intervals. 
4.  Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing maintenance or 
repair of any kind is qualied to do so. MATRIX dealers will provide service and 
maintenance training at our corporate facility upon request. 
ADDITIONAL NOTES
This equipment should only be used in supervised areas where access and control is 
specically regulated by the owner. It is up to the owner to determine who is allowed 
access to this training equipment. The owner should consider a user’s: degree of 
reliability, age, experience, etc.
This training equipment meets industry standards for stability when used for its 
intended purpose in accordance with the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
This training equipment is in compliance with EN 957-1 and the relevant portions of 
EN 957-2 and EN 957-4.
WARNING WARNING
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR ON THIS 
EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID 
INJURY!
1. Keep children under the age of 14 away from this 
strength training equipment. Teenagers must be 
supervised at all times while using this 
equipment.
2. This equipment is not intended for use by persons 
with reduced physical, sensory or mental 
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, 
unless they have been given supervision or 
instruction concerning use of the equipment by a 
person responsible for their safety.
3. All warnings and instructions should be read and 
proper instruction obtained prior to use. Use this 
equipment for its intended purpose ONLY.
4. Inspect the machine before use. DO NOT use 
machine if it appears damaged or inoperable.
5. Do not exceed weight capacity of this equipment.
6. ALWAYS use a spotter if using free weights.
7. Balance the weight applied to this equipment 
and/or any barbell. Where applicable, use 
retention devices to retain weight discs.
8. Injuries to health may result from incorrect or 
excessive training. Cease exercise if you feel faint 
or dizzy. Obtain a medical exam before beginning 
an exercise program.
9. Keep body, clothing, hair, and fitness accessories 
free and clear of all moving parts.
10. Adjustable stops, where provided, must be used 
at all times.
11. When adjusting any adjustable mechanism (stop 
position, seat position, pad location, range of 
motion limiter, pulley carriage, or any other type), 
make certain that the adjustable mechanism is fully 
engaged prior to use to prevent unintended motion.
12. Manufacturer recommends that this equipment be 
secured to the floor to stabilize and eliminate 
rocking or tipping over. Use a licensed contractor.
13. If equipment is NOT secured to floor: NEVER allow 
resistance straps, ropes or other means to be 
attached to this equipment, as this may result in 
serious injury. NEVER use this equipment for 
support during stretching, as this may result in 
serious injury.
14. DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. REPLACE IF 
DAMAGED OR ILLEGIBLE.
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR ON THIS 
EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID 
INJURY!
1. All warnings and instructions should be read and 
proper instruction obtained prior to use. Use this 
equipment for its intended purpose ONLY. 
2. ALWAYS use a spotter if working out on this 
equipment.
3. Do not allow the lifting bar/sled to drop suddenly.
4. Visually ensure lifting bar catches are fully 
engaged and seated in the hooks before releasing 
the load and exiting the machine.
5. Adjustable stops must be used at all times.
6. ALWAYS set both adjustable stops to the same 
height when using this machine.
7. PROPER adjustable stop height depends on the 
exercise performed.
Adjust as follows:
• Remove weight from lifting bar/sled.
• For squats, perform the exercise and determine 
the lowest comfortable position of the bar/sled 
that ensures no spinal compression. For other 
exercises, perform the movement and determine 
the lowest point of bar travel that is 
comfortable without the bar contacting your 
body.
• Position both stop catches to stop the bar at this 
point. Ensure that they are completely seated 
on the stop rods or catch plate.
• FOR SQUATS PERFORMED ON A SMITH PRESS: 
NEVER PLACE THE STOPS BELOW THE HEIGHT 
INDICATED ON THE EQUIPMENT.
• Load weights onto the lifting bar and carefully 
perform the exercise.
8. DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. REPLACE IF DAMAGED 
OR ILLEGIBLE.