Gold's Gym GGBE14821 User manual

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Model No. GGBE14821
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Note: A PART IDENTIFICATION CHART and a PART LIST/EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the center of
this manual. Remove the PART IDENTIFICATION CHART and PART LIST/EXPLODED DRAWING before begin-
ning assembly.
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.
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 1-800-999-3756, Monday through
Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain
Time, to order a free replacement decal.
Apply the decal in the location shown.

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. Use the weight bench only on a level surface.
Cover the floor beneath the weight bench to
protect the floor.
5. Make sure all parts are properly tightened
each time you use the weight bench. Replace
any worn parts immediately.
6. Keep children under 12 and pets away from
the weight bench at all times.
7. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
8. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-
tion while exercising.
9. Make sure that the cables remain on the pul-
leys at all times. If the cables bind as you are
exercising, stop immediately and make sure
that the cables are on the pulleys.
10. Always set both weight rests at the same
height.
11. 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 is designed to be used
with an Olympic barbell. The weight bench
does not include a barbell or weights.
12. Always place an equal amount of weight on
each side of the barbell.
13.
Always exercise with a partner. Your partner
should be ready to catch the barbell if you
cannot complete a repetition.
14. 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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Weight Rest
Adjustment
Bracket
Backrest
Leg Lever
Seat
Curl Pad
Upright
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the versatile GOLD’S GYM®
XR15 weight bench. The GOLD’S GYM®XR15 weight
bench offers a selection of weight 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 cardiovascular sys-
tem, the weight bench will help you to achieve the spe-
cific results you want.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the weight bench. If you have additional ques-
tions, please call our Customer Service Department toll-
free at 1-800-999-3756, 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 GGBE14821. 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: 61 in.
Width: 42 in.
Depth: 80 in.

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Before beginning assembly, carefully read the
following information and instructions:
•Assembly requires two people.
•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 following tools (not included) are required
for assembly:
• Two adjustable wrenches
• One rubber mallet
• One standard screwdriver
• One Phillips screwdriver
• Lubricant, such as grease or petroleum jelly,
and soapy water.
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.
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
1.
Press a 38mm x 76mm Inner Cap (52) into an
Upright (8). Lay the Upright on the floor with
the Upright Plate (9) on the bottom.
Attach the Crossbar (2) to the Upright (8) with two
M10 x 95mm Bolts (40), an Upright Joint Plate
(19), and an M10 Nylon Locknut (37). Do not
tighten the Locknut yet.
Assemble the other Upright (8) in the same
manner.
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Before beginning assembly, make sure you
understand the information in the box
above. 52
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2. Press two Base Feet (18) onto a Base (3) as
shown.
Attach a Support Upright (7) to the Base (3) with
two M8 x 50mm Bolts (48), two M8 Washers (34),
and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (35). Do not tighten
the Locknuts yet.
Assemble the other Base (3) and Support
Upright (7) in the same manner.
Set the Uprights (8) on the Bases (3) as shown.
Attach an Upright to a Base with two M10 x
95mm Bolts (40), an Upright Joint Plate (19), and
two M10 Nylon Locknuts (37). Attach the other
Upright and Base in the same manner. Do not
tighten the Locknuts yet.
Attach an Upright (8) to a Support Upright (7) with
four M10 x 95mm Bolts (40), two Upright Support
Plates (20), and four M10 Nylon Locknuts (37).
Do not tighten the Locknuts yet.
Attach the other Upright (8) to the other
Support Upright (7) in the same manner.
3. Press a 50mm Square Inner Cap (27) into the top
of the Front Leg (4). Press the Front Leg Foot
(17) onto the bottom of the Front Leg, as shown.
Attach the Front Leg (4) to the Bench Frame (1)
with four M10 x 68mm Bolts (41), two Front Leg
Plates (21), and four M10 Nylon Locknuts (37).
Do not tighten the Locknuts yet.
4. Attach the Bench Frame (1) to the Crossbar (2)
with two M10 x 95mm Bolts (40) and two M10
Nylon Locknuts (37).
Tighten M10 Nylon Locknuts (37) and M8
Nylon Locknuts (35) used in steps 1–4.
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3
4
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20
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40
37
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Tall
Side
Tall
Side
Tall
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7. Attach the Backrest (14) to the Backrest Frames
(10) with four M6 x 38mm Bolts (46) and four M6
Washers (45). Do not tighten the Bolts yet.
8. Lubricate the M10 x 156mm Bolt (39) with
grease. Attach the Backrest Frames (10) to the
Bench Frame (1) with the Bolt, two M10 Washers
(49), and an M10 Nylon Locknut (37). Do not
overtighten the Locknut; the Backrest Frames
must be able to pivot easily.
Insert the Adjustment Bracket (11) into the slot in
the Bench Frame (1). Insert the Backrest Pin (38)
into the Bench Frame and a hole in the
Adjustment Bracket.
Attach the tether on the Backrest Pin (38) to the
bottom of the Bench Frame (1) with an M4 x
16mm Screw (36).
Tighten the four M10 Nylon Locknuts (37) and
four M6 x 38mm Bolts (46) used in steps 6 and
7.
6. Press four 25mm Square Inner Caps (28) into the
ends of the Backrest Frames (10).
Attach the Backrest Frames (10) to the
Adjustment Bracket (11) with four M10 x 45mm
Bolts (43), four M10 Washers (49), and four M10
Nylon Locknuts (37). Make sure the indicated
holes are closer to the bottom of the Frames.
Do not tighten the Locknuts yet.
5. Press three 45mm Square Inner Caps (26) into
the Leg Lever (6). Press a 25mm Round Inner
Cap (47) into the Weight Tube (15).
Attach the Weight Tube (15) to the Leg Lever (6)
with an M8 x 58mm Bolt (33), two M8 Washers
(34), a Spacer (29), and an M8 Nylon Locknut
(35). Press the 25mm Round Angled Cap (25)
onto the end of the Weight Tube.
Lubricate an M10 x 68mm Bolt (41) with grease.
Attach the Leg Lever (6) to the Front Leg (4) with
the Bolt and an M10 Nylon Locknut (37). Do not
overtighten the Locknut; the Leg Lever must
be able to pivot easily.
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26
6
4
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34
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47
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41,
Lubricate
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Hole
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9. Attach the Seat (13) to the Bench Frame (1) with
two M6 x 16mm Screws (44), an M6 x 63mm
Screw (50), and an M6 Washer (45).
11. Attach the Curl Pad (12) to the Curl Post (5) with
two M6 x 16mm Screws (44).
12. Press a 25mm Round Inner Cap (47) into the end
of a Weight Rest (32). Insert the Weight Rest into
an Upright (8) and engage the locking bars
around the Upright.
Repeat this step with the other Weight Rest
(32) and the other Upright (8).
13. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened
before you use the weight bench. The use of
all remaining parts will be explained in
ADJUSTMENTS starting on the next page.
10. Slide the three Pad Tubes (22) through the holes
in the Leg Lever (6) and the Front Leg (4). Slide
the six Foam Pads (23) onto the Pad Tubes.
Press six 19mm Round Inner Caps (24) into the
ends of the Pad Tubes.
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Locking
Bar
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This section explains how to adjust the weight bench. Refer to the accompanying exercise guide to see the cor-
rect 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.
ADJUSTING THE BACKREST
To adjust the position of the Backrest (14), pull the
Backrest Pin (38) out as far as it will go. Move the
Backrest to the desired position, and engage the Pin
into a hole in the Adjustment Bracket (11).
14
6
11
38 Hole
ADDING WEIGHT TO THE LEG LEVER
To use the Leg Lever (6), slide the desired amount of
weight (not included) onto the Weight Tube (15).
To use Olympic weights, slide the Adapter Tube (16)
onto the Weight Tube (15) and secure it with the
Weight Clip (42).
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:Do not place more than
150 pounds on the Weight Tube (15).
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15
16
42
WEIGHT RESTS
To use a barbell (not included) with the weight rack,
first move the Weight Rests (32) to the correct height
for the exercise to be performed. Engage the locking
bars around the Uprights (8). 32
WARNING:Always place both
Weight Rests (32) at the same height. Make sure
the locking bars are securely wrapped around
the Uprights (8) before setting a barbell (not
included) on them. Locking
Bar

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ATTACHING THE CURL POST
For some exercises, the Curl Post (5) must be
attached to the Front Leg (4). Remove the 50mm
Square Inner Cap (27) from the Front Leg. Insert the
Curl Post into the Front Leg and align the holes in the
Front Leg and the Curl Post. Secure the Curl Post
with the Curl Knob (31). Make sure that you fully
tighten the Knob.
When performing exercises that do not require the
Curl Pad (12), remove the Curl Post (5) from the
Front Leg (4) and insert the 50mm Square Inner Cap
(27).
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NOTES

38mm x 76mm Inner Cap (52)
M10 x 95mm Bolt (40)
M4 x 16mm Screw (36)
M10 Nylon Locknut (37)
M8 x 50mm Bolt (48)
M8 Washer (34)
M8 Nylon Locknut (35)
50mm Square Inner Cap (27)
M10 x 68mm Bolt (41)
45mm Square Inner Cap (26)
25mm Round Inner Cap (47)
M8 x 58mm Bolt (33)
25mm Square Inner Cap (28)
M6 x 38mm Bolt (46)
M6 Washer (45)
M10 x 156mm Bolt (39)
M6 x 16mm Screw (44)
M6 x 63mm Screw (50)
19mm Round Inner Cap (24)
M4 x 16mm Flat
Head Screw (51)
M10 x 45mm Bolt (43)
M10 Washer (49)
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART
Refer to the drawings below to identify small parts used in assembly. The number in parentheses by each draw-
ing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST in the center of this manual. Note: Some small parts
may have been pre-attached. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-attached.

Note: “#” indicates a non-illustrated part. Specifications are subject to change without notice. See the back cover
of the user’s manual for information about ordering replacement parts.
Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description
1 1 Bench Frame
2 1 Crossbar
3 2 Base
4 1 Front Leg
5 1 Curl Post
6 1 Leg Lever
7 2 Support Upright
8 2 Upright
9 2 Upright Plate
10 2 Backrest Frame
11 1 Adjustment Bracket
12 1 Curl Pad
13 1 Seat
14 1 Backrest
15 1 Weight Tube
16 1 Adapter Tube
17 1 Front Leg Foot
18 4 Base Foot
19 2 Upright Joint Plate
20 4 Upright Support Plate
21 2 Front Leg Joint Plate
22 3 Pad Tube
23 6 Foam Pad
24 6 19mm Round Inner Cap
25 1 25mm Round Angled Cap
26 3 45mm Square Inner Cap
27 1 50mm Square Inner Cap
28 4 25mm Square Inner Cap
29 1 Spacer
30 2 Adapter Bushing
31 1 Curl Knob
32 2 Weight Rest
33 1 M8 x 58mm Bolt
34 6 M8 Washer
35 5 M8 Nylon Locknut
36 1 M4 x 16mm Screw
37 26 M10 Nylon Locknut
38 1 Backrest Pin
39 1 M10 x 156mm Bolt
40 18 M10 x 95mm Bolt
41 5 M10 x 68mm Bolt
42 1 Weight Clip
43 4 M10 x 45mm Bolt
44 4 M6 x 16mm Screw
45 5 M6 Washer
46 4 M6 x 38mm Bolt
47 3 25mm Round Inner Cap
48 4 M8 x 50mm Bolt
49 6 M10 Washer
50 1 M6 x 63mm Screw
51 10 M4 x 16mm Flat Head Screw
52 2 38mm x 76mm Inner Cap
# 1 User’s Manual
# 1 Exercise Guide
PART LIST—Model No. GGBE14821 R0603A
REMOVE THIS PART IDENTIFICATION CHART AND PART LIST/
EXPLODED DRAWING. SAVE THIS PART IDENTIFICATION CHART
AND PART LIST/EXPLODED DRAWING FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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LIMITED WARRANTY
ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. (ICON), warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and mate-
rial, under normal use and service conditions, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase. This
warranty extends only to the original purchaser. ICON's obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing
or repairing, at ICON's option, the product through one of its authorized service centers. All repairs for which
warranty claims are made must be pre-authorized by ICON. This warranty does not extend to any product or
damage to a product caused by or attributable to freight damage, abuse, misuse, improper or abnormal usage
or repairs not provided by an ICON authorized service center; products used for commercial or rental pur-
poses; or products used as store display models. No other warranty beyond that specifically set forth above
is authorized by ICON.
ICON is not responsible or liable for indirect, special or consequential damages arising out of or in connection
with the use or performance of the product or damages with respect to any economic loss, loss of property,
loss of revenues or profits, loss of enjoyment or use, costs of removal or installation or other consequential
damages of whatsoever nature. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-
quential damages. Accordingly, the above limitation may not apply to you.
The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any and all other warranties and any implied warranties of mer-
chantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in its scope and duration to the terms set forth herein.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts. Accordingly, the above limitation
may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
ICON HEALTH & FITNESS, INC., 1500 S. 1000 W., LOGAN, UT 84321-9813
To order replacement parts, simply call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday
through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please be pre-
pared to give the following information:
1. The MODEL NUMBER of the product (GGBE14821)
2. The NAME of the product (GOLD’S GYM®XR15 weight bench)
3. The SERIAL NUMBER of the product (see the front cover of this manual)
4. The KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the part(s) (see the PART LIST and EXPLODED DRAWING in the
center of this manual)
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Part No. 199973 R0603A Printed in China © 2003 ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.