Gold's Gym GB 1500 GGBE19640 User manual

CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.
Model No. GGBE19640
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the
space above for future reference.
Serial Number Decal (under seat)
QUESTIONS?
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mitted to providing complete
customer satisfaction. If you
have questions, or if there are
missing or damaged parts, we
will guarantee complete satis-
faction through direct assis-
tance from our factory.
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CALL DIRECT TO OUR TOLL-
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customer hot line will provide
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USER’S MANUAL

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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Note: A PART IDENTIFICATION CHART and a PART LIST/EXPLODED DRAWING are attached in the center of
this manual. Remove the PART IDENTIFICATION CHART and PART LIST/EXPLODED DRAWING before begin-
ning assembly.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The decal shown here has
been placed on the weight
bench. If the decal is missing
or illegible, please call our
Customer Service Department
toll-free at 1-877-776-4777,
Monday through Friday, 6 a.m.
until 6 p.m. Mountain Time,
and order a free replacement
decal. Apply the decal in the
location shown.
GOLD'S GYM is a registered trademark of Gold's Gym International, Inc. This product is manufactured and
distributed under license from Gold's Gym International, Inc.

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1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the weight bench. Use the weight
bench only as described in this manual.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the weight bench are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
3. The weight bench is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight bench in any
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
4.
Keep the weight bench indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Do not put the weight
bench
in a garage or covered patio, or near
water.
5. Use the weight bench only on a level surface.
Cover the floor beneath the weight bench to
protect the floor.
6. Keep children under 12 and pets away from
the weight bench at all times.
7. Make sure all parts are properly tightened
each time the weight bench is used. Replace
any worn parts immediately.
8. Always make sure that the pins and knobs
are fully engaged before the weight bench is
used.
9. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-
tion while exercising.
10.
The weight bench is designed to support a
maximum user weight of 300 pounds and a
maximum total weight of 510 pounds. Do not
place more than 210 pounds, including the
barbell, on the weight rests. Do not place
more than 130 pounds on the leg lever. Note:
The weight bench does not include a barbell
or weights.
11. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time while
exercising, stop immediately and begin cool-
ing down.
WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This
is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions
before using the weight bench.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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Upright Pin
Curl Pad
Right Side
Left Side
Note: The terms “right side” and “left side” are determined relative to a person with his back to
the backrest; they do not correspond to right and left on the drawings in the manual.
Backrest
Adjustment Bracket
Weight Storage
Tube
Leg Lever
Curl Bar
Weight Rest
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the versatile GOLD’S GYM®
POWER SERIES GB 1500 weight bench. The weight
bench offers a selection of exercise stations designed
to develop every major muscle group of the body.
Whether your goal is to tone your body, build dramatic
muscle size and strength, or improve your cardiovas-
cular system, the weight bench will help you to
achieve the specific results you want.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the weight bench. If you have questions after
reading this manual, please call our Customer Service
Department toll-free at 1-877-776-4777, Monday
through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time
(excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please
note the product model number and serial number
before calling. The model number is GGBE19640. The
serial number can be found on a decal attached to the
weight bench (see the front cover of this manual).
Before reading further, please review the drawing below
and familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled.
ASSEMBLED
DIMENSIONS:
Height: 63 in.
Width: 40 in.
Depth: 84 in.

Before beginning assembly, carefully read the
following information and instructions:
•Assembly requires two persons.
•Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing
materials until assembly is completed.
•Tighten all parts as you assemble them, unless
instructed to do otherwise.
•As you assemble the weight bench, make sure all
parts are oriented as shown in the drawings.
•For help identifying small parts, use the PART
IDENTIFICATION CHART.
The included hex key and the following tools
(not included) are required for assembly:
• Two adjustable wrenches
• One rubber mallet
• One standard screwdriver
• One Phillips screwdriver
Assembly will be more convenient if you have a
socket set, a set of open-end or closed-end
wrenches, or a set of ratchet wrenches.
1. Attach the Front Leg (4) to the Base (2) with two
M8 x 55mm Button Bolts (48), two M8 x 72mm
Carriage Bolts (49), and four M8 Nylon Locknuts
(58). Do not tighten the Locknuts yet.
2
1
4
58
58
58
48
49
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Make Things Easier for Yourself
Everything in this manual is designed to ensure
that the weight bench can be assembled suc-
cessfully by anyone. However, it is important to
realize that the versatile weight bench has many
parts and that the assembly process will take
time. Most people find that by setting aside plen-
ty of time, assembly will go smoothly.
ASSEMBLY

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2. Attach the Bench Frame (1) to the Front Leg (4)
with two M8 x 81mm Button Bolts (47), a Support
Plate (60), and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (58). Do
not tighten the Locknuts yet.
4. Orient the Crossbar (3) so the “GB 1500” decal is
in the position shown. Attach the Crossbar to the
Right Upright (7) with two M8 x 92mm Button
Bolts (57), a Long Support Plate (65), and two M8
Nylon Locknuts (58). Do not tighten the
Locknuts yet.
Repeat this step with the Left Upright (6).
3. Press a Rear Base Cap (21) and a Front Base
Cap (22) onto the Left Upright (6) as shown.
Remove the Upright Pin (43) from the Left Upright
(6). Rotate the Weight Rest (8) to the position
shown. Fully tighten the Upright Pin into the
Upright and the Weight Rest.
Repeat this step with the Right Upright (not
shown). Make sure both Weight Rests (8) are
set to the same height.
Note the position of the decal to identify the
Left Upright (6).
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47
4
60
58
1
2
43
3
6
3
57
57
65
58
7
4
6
8
22
21
Decal
Decal

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5. Attach the Bench Frame (1) to the Crossbar (3)
with two M8 x 81mm Button Bolts (47), a Support
Plate (60), and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (58).
Tighten the M8 Nylon Locknuts (58) used in
steps 1–5. Do not overtighten the Locknuts
used in step 4; overtightening may make it dif-
ficult to raise and lower the Weight Rests (not
shown).
7. Attach the Backrest (13) to the Backrest Frames
(10) with four M6 x 38mm Screws (51) and four
M6 Washers (33). Do not tighten the Screws
yet.
6. Orient the two Backrest Frames (10) as shown.
Make sure the indicated holes are closer to
the bottom. Attach the Backrest Frames to the
Adjustment Bracket (9) with four M8 x 42mm
Button Bolts (50), four M8 Washers (53), and four
M8 Nylon Locknuts (58). Do not tighten the
Locknuts yet.
1
58
58 3
60 47
5
10
9
58
58
Hole
Hole 50
50 53
53
53
6
13
10
51
7
51
33
33
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8. Slide the Adjustment Bracket (9) through the
Bench Frame (1) as shown.
Lubricate an M10 x 168mm Button Bolt (52) with
the included grease. Attach the Backrest Frames
(10) to the Bench Frame (1) with the Bolt, two
M10 Washers (19), and an M10 Nylon Locknut
(62). Do not overtighten the Locknut; the
Backrest Frames must be able to pivot easily.
Insert a Short Pin (32) through the Bench Frame
(1) and the Adjustment Bracket (9). Attach the
Short Pin to the Bench Frame with an M4 x
10mm Screw (42).
Tighten the four M8 Nylon Locknuts (58) used
in step 6 and the four M6 x 38mm Screws (51)
used in step 7.
9. Attach the Seat (12) to the Bench Frame (1) with
two M6 x 16mm Screws (46), an M6 x 63mm
Screw (28), and an M6 Washer (33).
10. Attach the Leg Lever Bumper (31) to the Leg
Lever (5) with an M4 x 16mm Screw (40). Make
sure the Bumper is attached as shown in the
inset drawing.
Attach the Weight Tube (16) to the Leg Lever (5)
with an M8 x 64mm Button Bolt (55), two M8
Curved Washers (54), a 14mm Spacer (41), and
an M8 Nylon Locknut (58).
11. Grease an M10 x 82mm Button Bolt (56). Attach
the Leg Lever (5) to the Front Leg (4) with the
Bolt and an M10 Nylon Locknut (62). Do not
overtighten the Locknut; the Leg Lever must
be able to pivot easily.
Insert a Short Pin (32) into the Leg Lever (5).
Attach the Short Pin to the Leg Lever with an M4
x 10mm Screw (42).
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1
62
19
19
Grease
52
42
32
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9
10
11
9
12
1
33 28
46
46
5
55
54
41
16
54
31
31
Longer
edge on
bottom
40
58
56
Grease
62
42
32
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5

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12. Insert a Pad Tube (18) into the Leg Lever (5).
Slide two Pads (20) onto the Pad Tube. Repeat
with the other Pad Tube.
Slide two Pads (20) onto the Front Leg (4).
13. Attach the Curl Pad (11) to the Curl Post (15) with
two M6 x 16mm Screws (46).
14. Make sure all parts are properly tightened before
using the weight bench. The use of the remaining
parts will be explained in ADJUSTMENTS, begin-
ning on the next page.
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18
20
18
5
4
12
15
11
46
13
20
20

This section explains how to adjust the weight bench. See the EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 12 for impor-
tant information about how to get the most benefit from your exercise program. Also, refer to the accompanying
exercise guide to see the correct form for each exercise.
Make sure all parts are properly tightened each time the weight bench is used. Replace any worn parts immediate-
ly. The weight bench can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Do not use solvents.
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ADJUSTING THE BACKREST
To adjust the position of the Backrest (13), hold the
upper end of the Backrest with one hand and pull the
Short Pin (32) out. Raise or lower the Backrest to the
desired position. Engage the Short Pin into the Bench
Frame (1) and an adjustment hole in the Adjustment
Bracket (9).
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16
Weight
15 35
4
9
32
13
45
17
5
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59
ADJUSTMENTS
ATTACHING THE CURL PAD
Secure the Curl Post (15) inside the Front Leg (4) with
the Curl Knob (35). Make sure the Curl Knob is fully
tightened.
WARNING: Do not place more
than 130 pounds on the Weight Tube (16).
ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE LEG LEVER
To use the Leg Lever (5), secure the desired weights
(not included) onto the Weight Tube (16) with the 1"
Weight Clip (61).
To use Olympic weights, first secure an Olympic
Adapter (17) onto the Weight Tube (16) with a 1/4" x
10mm Set Screw (45). Then, secure the weights with
the 48mm Weight Clip (59).
Weights can be stored on the weight tubes on the
Uprights (6 and 7 [not shown]) when not in use. To
store Olympic weights, first secure Olympic Adapters
(17) onto the weight tubes with 1/4" x 10mm Set
Screws (45).