Gold's Gym GB 1500, GGBE19640 User Manual

Model No. GGBE19640
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the
space above for future reference.

Serial Number Decal (under seat)

QUESTIONS?

As a manufacturer, we are com­mitted to providing complete
customer satisfaction. If you
have questions, or if there are
missing or damaged parts, we
will guarantee complete satis­faction through direct assis­tance from our factory.

USER’S MANUAL

TO AVOID DELAYS, PLEASE
CALL DIRECT TO OUR TOLL­FREE CUSTOMER HOT LINE.
The trained technicians on our
customer hot line will provide
immediate assistance, free of
charge.

CUSTOMER HOT LINE:

1-877-776-4777

Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MST

CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

BEFORE

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

ADJUSTMENTS

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 begin­ning assembly.

YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT

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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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions

before using the weight bench.

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 ade­quately 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
moisture and dust. Do not put the

bench

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.

weight bench

in a garage or covered patio, or near

indoors, away from

weight

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 protec­tion while exercising.

The weight bench is designed to support a

10.

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 cool­ing 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.

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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
muscle size and strength, or improve your cardiovas­cular system, the weight bench will help you to
achieve the specific results you want.

, build dramatic

®

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).

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the weight bench. If you have questions after

Weight Rest

Upright Pin

Right Side

Curl Pad

Curl Bar

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.

Backrest

Weight Storage

Tube

Left Side

Leg Lever

Adjustment Bracket

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.

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ASSEMBLY

Make Things Easier for Yourself

Everything in this manual is designed to ensure
that the weight bench can be assembled suc­cessfully 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 plen­ty of time, assembly will go smoothly.

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
IDENTIFICA

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.

TION CHART.

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.

1

4

58

58

58

2

48

49

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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).

not tighten the Locknuts yet.

Do

2

47

1

47

60

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).

58

3

43

4

Decal

8

6

21

Orient the Crossbar (3) so the “GB 1500” decal is

4.
in the position shown.
Right Upright (7) with two M8 x 92mm Button
Bolts (57), a Long Support Plate (65), and two M8
Nylon Locknuts (58).

Locknuts yet.

Repeat this step with the Left Upright (6).

Attach the Crossbar to the

Do not tighten the

22

4

58

7

65

57

6

57

3

Decal

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