How to assemble a dumbbell rack

• Spanners or socket (supplied)
• Allen key (supplied)
• Spirit level

Before you start, lay everything out on a soft surface (the flattened box works) and check it against the parts list in your manual.

• Two end frames or A-frame legs
• Tier rails or shelves
• Saddles or rubber cradles
• Bolts, nuts and washers
• Rubber feet or floor pads

1. 1

   Step 1: Lay out both end frames and check that the tier mounting holes face inward and the feet are at the bottom.

2. 2

   Step 2: Bolt the lower tier rails between the end frames first, then the upper tier rails, starting every bolt by hand.

3. 3

   Step 3: Stand the rack on the floor where it will stay and check it sits flat on all feet; a rack on a rubber gym mat is best.

4. 4

   Step 4: Tighten all bolts evenly, working from the bottom tier up, so the frame stays square.

5. 5

   Step 5: Fit the saddles or rubber cradles to the tiers, spacing them for the dumbbell sizes you own.

6. 6

   Step 6: Load the heaviest dumbbells on the lower tier and spread the weight evenly from side to side, then check nothing rocks.

• Loading heavy dumbbells on the top tier, which makes the rack top-heavy.
• Loading all the weight on one end so the rack leans.
• Standing the rack on a soft carpet where it sinks and tilts.