For more than 30 years Nautilus has been producing the world’s finest fitness equipment used in health clubs and homes around the globe. We hope this product exceeds your expectations and is a valuable tool for your facility. Please carefully read through this manual to familiarize yourself with the operation of your new Nautilus strength system. Doing so will help to insure that your users get the most out of your gym, enjoying safe and effective workouts ahead. Nautilus World Headquarters 16400 SE Nautilus Drive Vancouver, WA 98683 1-800-NAUTILUS nautilus.com TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Requirements ............................................................. 4 General Guidelines For Safe Operation................................. 5 Stations ................................................................................. 6 Adjustment Points.................................................................. 7 Weight Selection and Adjustment......................................... 8 Seat Pivot Adjustment (Leg Ext./Leg Curl/ Pressing exercises).......................................................... 8 Seat Back Adjustment (Leg Ext./Leg Curl/ Pressing exercises).......................................................... 8 Converging Press Arm Adjustment........................................ 9 Foot Pad Adjustment.............................................................. 9 Pec Fly Adjustment ............................................................... 9 Seat Adjustment (Pec Fly/Abdominal Crunch exercises) ......10 Hand Grips .............................................................................10 Dual Handle Grips..................................................................11 General Strength Guidelines ................................................12 Determine your goal........................................................12 Control .....................................................................12 Range of Motion......................................................12 Effort ........................................................................12 Repetitions...............................................................13 Sets..........................................................................13 Load .........................................................................13 EXERCISES Core Exercise Chart................................................................14 Chest Press ............................................................................15 Incline Press...........................................................................16 Shoulder Press .......................................................................17 Triceps Extension ...................................................................18 Lat Pulldown .........................................................................19 Leg Curl .................................................................................20 Leg Extension.........................................................................21 Leg Press................................................................................22 Seated Calf Raise ..................................................................23 Pec Fly .................................................................................24 Abdominal Crunch..................................................................25 Mid Row.................................................................................26 Arm Curl .................................................................................27 Seated Row............................................................................28 Machine Maintenance Recommendations............................30 Warranty Information.............................................................32 Important Contact Information ..............................................33 Nautilus® Commercial Vertical Series S912 Owner’s Manual 3 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! The following definitions apply to the words “Danger” and “Warning” found throughout this manual: DANGER! Used to call attention to IMMEDIATE hazards which, if not avoided, will result in immediate, serious personal injury or loss of life. WARNING! Used to call attention to POTENTIAL hazards that could result in personal injury or loss of life. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. Read this manual in full before operating the S912 gym. Failure to follow these guidelines can produce a serious or possibly fatal injury. • Close supervision is necessary whenever the machine is used by or near children, invalids, or disabled persons. • Keep your hands and feet away from all moving parts while exercising. • Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this Manual. Do not use parts, attachments, or accessories other than those provided by Nautilus Inc. • To avoid potential safety problems, replace with manufacturer’s specified ...