NordicTrack NTB14921 User manual

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CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.
Model No. NTB14921
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the
space above for future reference.
Serial Number Decal (Under Seat)
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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
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The decals shown here have been
placed on the weight bench. If a decal
is missing or illegible, please call our
Customer Service Department toll-free
at 1-888-825-2588, 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.
Keep hands and
fingers clear of
this area.

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 the weight bench is used. 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. The weight bench is designed to support a
maximum user weight of 300 pounds, and a
maximum total weight of 610 pounds. Do not
use the weight bench with more than 310
pounds of weight. Do not place more than
150 pounds on the leg lever. Note: The
weight bench does not include weights.
10. 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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Adjustment Knobs
Curl Pad
Curl Bar Wheel
Leg Lever
Seat
Backrest
Adjustment Arm
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the versatile NordicTrack®
STRENGTH COMBINATION BENCH weight bench.
The 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 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 additional ques-
tions, please call our Customer Service Department
toll-free at 1-888-825-2588, 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 NTB14921. 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.

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M10 x 115mm Carriage Bolt (35)
M10 Nylon Locknut (32)
M12 Nylon Lockut (47)
M10 x 80mm Carriage Bolt (39)
M4 x 16mm Screw (41) M6 x 16mm Screw (38) M10 x 63mm Button Head Bolt (37)
M12 x 77mm Button Head Bolt (36)
M5 x 11mm
Screw (51)
M12 x 87mm Button Head Bolt (34)
M10 Washer (33) M12 Washer (40)
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 on page 14 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.

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1.
Attach a Wheel (26) to the Stabilizer (2) with an
M10 x 63mm Button Head Bolt (37), an 15mm x
43mm Axle (27), an M10 Washer (33), and an
M10 Nylon Locknut (32). Repeat this step with
the other Wheel.
2. Press a 50mm x 75mm Inner Cap (25) into the
Frame (1). Press two 38mm x 100mm Inner Caps
(45) into the top of the arms on the Frame.
Attach the Frame (1) to the Stabilizer (2) with four
M10 x 115mm Carriage Bolts (35), four M10
Washers (33), and four M10 Nylon Locknuts (32).
1
2
Before beginning assembly, make sure you
understand the information in the box
above.
1
25
45
Arms 2
32
32
33
33
26
26
27
33
32
37
2
35
Before beginning assembly, carefully read the
following information and instructions:
•Assembly requires two people.
•For help identifying small parts, use the PART
IDENTIFICATION CHART on page 5.
•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.
•Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing
materials until assembly is completed.
The included Allen wrenches and 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
This manual is designed to ensure that the
weight bench can be assembled successfully
by anyone. Most people find that by setting
aside plenty of time, assembly will go smoothly.
ASSEMBLY

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3. Press a 50mm Square Inner Cap (23) into the top
of the Backrest Frame (3). Press a 50mm Square
Angled Inner Cap (43) into the bottom of the
Backrest Frame.
Attach the Adjustment Arm (7) to the Backrest
Frame (3) with two M12 x 77mm Button Head
Bolts (36), two M12 Washers (40), and two M12
Nylon Locknuts (47). Do not tighten the
Locknuts yet.
5. Attach the Backrest (4) to the Backrest Frame (3)
with four M6 x 16mm Screws (38).
4. Attach the two Pop Pins (28), two Springs (29),
two Threaded Collars (30), and two Adjustment
Knobs (31) to the Frame (1).
Press two 50mm Square Inner Caps (23) into the
Seat Frame (6). Do not press the indicated Cap
all the way into the Frame; this Cap will be
removed later.
Have a second person pull the upper Adjustment
Knob (31) out as far as it will go. Engage the Pop
Pin (28) into a hole in the Seat Frame (6).
Lubricate the M12 x 87mm Button Head Bolt (34)
with grease. With the Adjustment Arm (7) under
the welded rod, attach the Backrest Frame (3)
and the Seat Frame (6) to the Frame (1) with the
Bolt and an M12 Nylon Locknut (47). Do not
overtighten the Locknut; the Backrest and Seat
Frames must be able to pivot easily.
Pull the lower Adjustment Knob (31) out as far as
it will go. Engage the Pop Pin (28) into the
Adjustment Arm (7). Make sure the Pin is in the
center of the hole in the Adjustment Arm.
Tighten the two M12 Nylon Locknuts (not
shown) used in step 3.
3
4
5
28
3
28
30
30
29
29 31
1
Upper
Knob Tube
Do not
press in
fully
3
7
36
40
40
7
47
23
3
34
47
6
23
23
43
38
38
4
Welded
Rod

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6. Attach the Seat (5) to the Seat Frame (6) with
four M6 x 16mm Screws (38).
7. Press two 40mm x 60mm Inner Caps (46) into
the Leg Lever (8). Press two 60mm Round
Bushings (18) into the Leg Lever. Press a 48mm
Round Inner Cap (19) into the weight tube. Slide
the Weight Tube Spacer (20) onto the weight
tube. Make sure the slot fits around the Leg
Lever.
8. Attach a set of Pads (16, 44) to a Pad Brace (17)
with four M6 x 16mm Screws (38). Make sure
the Pads and the Pad Brace are oriented as
shown. Repeat with the other set of Pads and
the other Pad Brace.
Attach a Pad Brace (17) to the Leg Lever (8) with
two M10 x 80mm Carriage Bolts (39), two M10
Washers (33), and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (32).
Attach the other Pad Brace to the Leg Lever
(8) in the same manner.
9. Press the 50mm Square Outer Cap (21) onto the
Seat Extension (13). Press the 50mm Square
Bushing (22) into the Seat Extension. Make sure
the tabs on the Bushing snap into the slots in
the Extension.
Lubricate an M12 x 77mm Button Head Bolt (36)
with grease. Attach the Leg Lever (8) to the Seat
Extension (13) with the Bolt and an M12 Nylon
Locknut (47). Do not overtighten the Locknut;
the Leg Lever must be able to pivot easily.
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38
38
5
6
7
8
9
8
18
18
46
46
20
19
Slot
Weight
Tube
39
8
44
16
17
38 39 17
33
32
22
Tab
Slot
33
13
47
36
21
8
38
Straight
Edge
Straight
Edge

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11. Attach the Curl Pad (12) to the Curl Post (11) with
two M6 x 16mm Screws (38).
10. Wet the ends of the Curl Bar (9) with soapy
water. Slide the two Long Foam Pads (10) onto
the Curl Bar. Press two 50mm Round Bushings
(42) into the Curl Bar.
Attach the Round Bumper (24) to the Curl Bar (9)
with an M4 x 16mm Screw (41).
Insert the Curl Bar Pin (14) into the 50mm Round
Bushings (42). Attach the Curl Bar Pin to the Curl
Bar (9) with an M4 x 16mm Screw (41).
10 10
10
14
42
9
24
41
41
11 12
11
38
12. 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.

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.
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ADJUSTING THE BACKREST AND SEAT
To adjust the angle of the Backrest (4), hold onto it
with one hand and pull the lower Adjustment Knob
(31) out. Move the Backrest to the desired position.
Reengage the Knob into the Adjustment Arm (7).
Make sure that you hold the Knob, to keep your
hands from being pinched.
Adjust the Seat (5) in the same manner, using the
upper Adjustment Knob (31).
ATTACHING THE LEG LEVER
To use the Leg Lever (8), position the seat in the ele-
vated position (see ADJUSTING THE BACKREST
AND SEAT, above). Remove the 50mm Square Inner
Cap (23) from the Seat Frame (6). Insert the Seat
Extension (13) into the Seat Frame and secure it with
a Large Knob (15).
Slide the desired amount of weight (not included)
onto the weight tube on the Leg Lever (8).
Replace the 50mm Square Inner Cap (23) into the
Seat Frame (6) when the Seat Extension (13) is
removed.
ATTACHING THE CURL BAR
To use the Curl Bar (9), first attach the leg lever to the
seat frame (see ATTACHING THE LEG LEVER,
above). Then, pull the Curl Bar Pin (14) out as far as
it will go. Slide the Curl Bar between the brackets on
the Leg Lever (8). Engage the Pin into the Leg Lever
and the Curl Bar.
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31
8
23
15
13
14
9
8
Weight
Tube
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ADJUSTMENTS
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