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Usage Guide For Vigor X20

Table of Contents (Machine Only)
  1. ➤ Counterbalance the Smith bar
  2. ➤ Adjust the cable arm height
  3. ➤ Connect weight stack to the Smith bar
  4. ➤ Usage of the micro adjust spotter
  5. ➤ Holding yourself down when doing lat pulldown
  6. ➤ Perform assisted chin up
  7. ➤ Setup for low row
  8. ➤ Perform Belt Squat
  9. ➤ Various Adjustments for personalisation
Table of Contents (Machine + Sliding Bench)
  1. ➤ Setup for leg press / hack squat
  2. ➤ Setup for leg curl / extension
Table of Contents (Advance)
  1. ➤ Smith bar hook catch adjustment
  2. ➤ Band pegs Usage
  3. ➤ Tips and Tricks

Contents

Counterbalance the Smith bar

1
Adjust the smith bar to the highest position and hook the left / right cable outlet to it.
2
Adjust both side of the weight stack to 18kg to totally counter the weight of the bar to make it 0kg. Lighter weight can be chosen to adjust the starting weight of the bar accordingly. For example, if the weight stack is set to 9kg, the empty bar will weigh around 9kg (18 - 9 = 9kg).

Adjust the cable arm height

Place your palm on the handle, and use 2 fingers to squeeze and pull the knob. When adjusting up, place your palm of the other hand below the bottom knob to assist in pushing it up.

Connect weight stack to the Smith bar

1
Adjust the Smith bar to the required position. This will be the lowest position of your exercise path.
2
Adjust the left / right cable arm to the closest height and attach the cable outlet to the hook.
3
Set the weight and start your workout.

For bench press, an additional step is required: After setting the weights, to lift the bar up to a higher point so that there is space for you to get in position.
For user who want max tension throughout, you can select the weight first then drop the cable arm one hole lower to tension the cable further.

Usage of the Micro adjust spotter

Use the micro adjust feature for fine tuning safety stops.

1
Set the Smith safety catch to the required height
2
Use the pin to select and set the best hole to fine tune. If required, use the additional rubber bumper to increase the height.

Holding yourself down when doing lat pulldown

1
Adjust the Smith bar to the required position. Put a barbell pad over for cushion
2
Use the cable to connect the Smith bar to weight stack for additional force to keep the bar down.

Refer to the video for exact steps.

Perform assisted chin up

This exercise require a separate assisted chin up strap.

1
Adjust the left / right cable arm to around your shoulder height. Set the weight on the stack first, then attach the strap.
2
Follow the video to set the correct position to tension the cable arms.
3
Use the bench to elevate yourself to reach the chin up bar. While holding the chin up bar, step on the strap and start your chin up.

Setup for low row

Adjust foot hold and pulley position accordingly.

Perform Belt Squat

1
Set the pulley higher so that it is easier to get in position. Attach the belt clip to the cables.
2
Adjust the pulley to the lower position and start squatting.

Use a deadlift / belt squat platform for better leverage as it will enable the cable outlet to start below you instead of in front of you.

Various Adjustments for personalisation

1
The height of the leg press step can be adjusted according to user. Simply loosen the lock behind, and remove the magnetic pins on the left / right to adjust.
2
The middle weight holder position can be changed by removing the locking nut and readjust accordingly.

Setup for leg press

1
Leg Press: Fit in the leg plate and connect the bench. Use the glide adjustor to slide the bench out. Bring the backrest up and get into position. Pull yourself in to get max tension. Start pressing.
2
Hex Squat: Continue the steps from leg press, adjust the leg plate position out, put the backrest down and fit in the hex squat attachment.

Setup for leg curl / extension

1
Move the bench into the machine (as close as possible). Attach the leg attachment.
2
Adjust the cable arms to suitable position as seen in the video and attachment the cable outlets to the leg attachment hook.

Smith bar hook catch adjustment

If required, the position of the Smith bar hook can be adjusted to the spare holes throughout the frame. Do thorough light testing after adjustable to make sure there is no issue for hooking.

Band pegs Usage

1
Band pegs can be used together with resistance bands to create additional load to the weight stack.
2
Band pegs can be used as accessories hook for hanging accessories on it.
3
Band pegs can be used as anchor point to attach accessories to the machine.

Tips and Tricks

Using Smith Bar for Lat pulldown

Connect the counter balance cable to the smith bar, and select a suitable weight on the stack. Need to hold yourself down? Simply connect the belt squat belt to the cable outlet at the bottom and slide your legs under.

 

Extra usage of Magnetic Pin from Leg Press frame

When not using for leg press, the bottom pin can be removed to use as an extra height adjustment for the smith bar safety catch.

 

Using Dual Cable Arms for Lat pulldown

Connect the Lat Pulldown Bar to the dual swing arm, and select a suitable weight on the stack. Need to hold yourself down? Simply connect the belt squat belt to the band pegs at the bottom and slide your legs under.