Yes. The Smith machine’s moving joints and guide system require periodic inspection and lubrication to maintain smooth movement. To maintain the Smith machine:. Also inspect:. Only use the lubricant recommended in the manual for your model. Do not co

<p data-start="7875" data-end="8003" id="isPasted"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Yes. The Smith machine&#x2019;s moving joints and guide system require periodic inspection and lubrication to maintain smooth movement.</span></p><p data-start="8005" data-end="8128"><br></p><p data-start="8130" data-end="8160"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To maintain the Smith machine:</span></p><ol data-start="8162" data-end="8510"><li data-section-id="9gtkvp" data-start="8162" data-end="8203" style="font-size: 14px;">Remove all weights from the Smith bar.</li><li data-section-id="14863kn" data-start="8204" data-end="8235" style="font-size: 14px;">Secure the bar on its hooks.</li><li data-section-id="1jhpqjg" data-start="8236" data-end="8310" style="font-size: 14px;">Wipe dust and old residue from the guide rods using a clean, dry cloth.</li><li data-section-id="5fzxe2" data-start="8311" data-end="8364" style="font-size: 14px;">Apply a small amount of the recommended lubricant.</li><li data-section-id="rf48q2" data-start="8365" data-end="8426" style="font-size: 14px;">Move the unloaded bar slowly up and down to distribute it.</li><li data-section-id="ciystf" data-start="8427" data-end="8461" style="font-size: 14px;">Wipe away any excess lubricant.</li><li data-section-id="1luu9gm" data-start="8462" data-end="8510" style="font-size: 14px;">Check that the bar moves smoothly and evenly.</li></ol><p data-start="8512" data-end="8525"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Also inspect:</span></p><ul data-start="8527" data-end="8685"><li data-section-id="1l7gh8g" data-start="8527" data-end="8558" style="font-size: 14px;">Smith guide rods and sliders.</li><li data-section-id="qfiarb" data-start="8559" data-end="8575" style="font-size: 14px;">Moving joints.</li><li data-section-id="ybf5xz" data-start="8576" data-end="8593" style="font-size: 14px;">Bolts and nuts.</li><li data-section-id="1np2uiy" data-start="8594" data-end="8619" style="font-size: 14px;">Safety stops and hooks.</li><li data-section-id="12x7u0s" data-start="8620" data-end="8650" style="font-size: 14px;">Welds and frame connections.</li><li data-section-id="17khltq" data-start="8651" data-end="8685" style="font-size: 14px;">Cables and pulleys where fitted.</li></ul><p data-start="8687" data-end="8875"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Only use the lubricant recommended in the manual for your model. Do not continue using the machine if the bar jams, the guide rods are damaged or any moving component shows excessive wear.</span></p>

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<table id="isPasted"><thead><tr><th>Comparison Feature</th><th style="vertical-align: middle;"><div style="text-align: center;">SM20</div></th><th style="vertical-align: middle;"><div style="text-align: center;">SM25</div></th><th style="vertical-align: middle;"><div style="text-align: center;">SM26</div></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Weight Stack</strong></td><td style="vertical-align: top;"><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;"><strong>45 kg total</strong></div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">&#x2022; 1 &#xD7; top plate with rod: 5.8 kg</div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">&#x2022; 1 &#xD7; small plate: 5 kg</div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">&#x2022; 6 &#xD7; large plates: 5.7 kg each</div><p style="line-height: 1;"><br></p><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">Expandable up to 100 kg using additional 25 mm or 50 mm weight plates.</div></td><td style="vertical-align: top;"><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;"><strong>148 kg total</strong></div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">74 kg per side</div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">Each side includes:</div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">&#x2022; 12 &#xD7; 5.7 kg plates</div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">&#x2022; 1 &#xD7; 5.6 kg plate</div><p style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;"><br></p><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">Expandable for 23kg weight stack per side (total 97kg/per side)</div></td><td><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;"><strong>140 kg total</strong></div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">70 kg per side</div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">Each side includes:</div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">&#x2022; 13 &#xD7; 5 kg plates</div><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">&#x2022; 1 &#xD7; 5 kg top plate with rod</div><p><br></p><div style="text-align: left; line-height: 1;">Expandable for 30kg weight stack per side (total 100kg<strong>/</strong>per side)</div></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Weight Stack Material</strong></td><td>Plastic-coated</td><td>Plastic-coated</td><td>Steel</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Dimensions</strong></td><td style="vertical-align: middle;">203 &#xD7; 170.4 &#xD7; 211 cm<br>Length &#xD7; Width &#xD7; Height</td><td style="vertical-align: middle;">203.5 &#xD7; 151.3 &#xD7; 218.6 cm<br>Length &#xD7; Width &#xD7; Height</td><td style="vertical-align: middle;">203.5 &#xD7; 151.3 &#xD7; 218.6 cm<br>Length &#xD7; Width &#xD7; Height</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Cable Ratio</strong></td><td style="vertical-align: top;">2:1<br>Unilateral pulley ratio: 0.46&#xA0;<br>Bilateral pulley ratio: 0.92</td><td>2:1<br>Unilateral pulley ratio: 0.49<br>Bilateral pulley ratio: 0.98<br>Dual pulley adaptor allows both weight stacks to be used together.</td><td>2:1<br>Unilateral pulley ratio: 0.49<br>Bilateral pulley ratio: 0.98<br>Dual cable attachment allows both weight stacks to be used together.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Pulleys</strong></td><td>Plastic, horizontally pivoting pulleys</td><td>Plastic, horizontally pivoting pulleys</td><td style="vertical-align: top;">Aluminium pivoting pulleys</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Included Attachments</strong></td><td style="vertical-align: top;">&#x2022; Straight bar<br>&#x2022; Pulley handles<br>&#x2022; Landmine handle<br>&#x2022; Lat pulldown and curl bar</td><td style="vertical-align: top;">&#x2022; Landmine handle<br>&#x2022; Straight curl bar<br>&#x2022; 2 &#xD7; pulley handles<br>&#x2022; Lat pulldown bar<br>&#x2022; Tricep rope&#x2022; Leg roller<br>&#x2022; Leg press plate<br>&#x2022; Dual pulley adaptor<br>&#x2022; Attachment storage bar and hangers</td><td style="vertical-align: top;">&#x2022; Tricep rope<br>&#x2022; Landmine handle<br>&#x2022; Straight curl bar<br>&#x2022; 2 &#xD7; single-arm stirrup attachments<br>&#x2022; Lat pulldown bar<br>&#x2022; Leg roller<br>&#x2022; Multiple extension chains<br>&#x2022; J-hooks and safety spotter arms<br>&#x2022; Dual cable attachment<br>&#x2022; Attachment storage bar and hangers</td></tr></tbody></table>

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