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Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells + Stand
Bowflex · SelectTech 552 · Home Gym
⏱ Assembly Time: 20-30 min (2 people for placing dumbbells on stand)
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Tools Needed
- Allen/hex key (included)
- Second person recommended for the stand — dumbbells are heavy and awkward alone
Parts Checklist
- Stand side panels
- Stand crossbar/base
- 2 SelectTech dumbbells (pre-loaded with weight plates)
- Dial mechanism (factory-set, do not disassemble)
Critical Steps
- Torque all stand bolts fully before loading dumbbells — a loose stand can tip under the ~52 lb per-dumbbell weight.
- Set each dumbbell down gently into its stand cradle, dial facing the correct direction per the manual — dropping it can damage the internal plate-selection mechanism.
- Keep the dial turned to its lowest weight setting when picking the dumbbell up or setting it down, to avoid a mid-lift weight change.
Pro Tips
- Assemble the stand completely and confirm it's stable on a level floor BEFORE placing the dumbbells on it — much safer than adjusting a wobbly stand with weight already loaded.
- Never disassemble the dumbbell dial/weight-plate mechanism — it's factory calibrated and not a user-serviceable part.