Gold's Gym GGBE24320 User Manual

CAUTION

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

Model No. GGBE24320
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.

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:

1-800-999-3756

Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MST

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

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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.

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 Merchandising, 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.

!

WARNING

• Misuse of this
product may result in
serious injury.

• Read user’s manual
and follow all warnings
and operating instruc­tions prior to use.

• Do not allow children
on or around machine.

• Replace label if
damaged, illegible,
or removed.

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. 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 protec­tion while exercising.

9. Always set both weight rests at the same
height.

10. The weight bench is designed to support a
maximum user weight of 300 pounds and a
maximum total weight of 610 pounds. Do not
place more than 310 pounds, including the
barbell, on the weight rests. Do not place
more than 150 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.

11.

Always exercise with a partner. Your partner
should be ready to catch the barbell if you
cannot complete a repetition.

12. 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.

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

before using the weight bench.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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4

Weight Rest Knob

Weight Rest

Adjustment

Bracket

Backrest

Leg Lever

Seat

Upright

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the versatile GOLD’S GYM

®

XR25 weight bench. The XR25 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
XR25 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 1-800-999-3756, 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 GGBE24320. 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: 60 in.
Width: 52 in.
Depth: 85 in.

32

32

Decal

1

18

17

4

12

33

5

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 P

ART

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 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.

ASSEMBLY

1

3

2

11

32

33

11

27

1.

Press a 51mm x 76mm Inner Cap (27) into the
Front Leg (3).

Attach the Front Leg (3) to the Bench Frame (2)
with the two Small Support Plates (11), four M10
x 68mm Bolts (33), and four M10 Nylon Locknuts
(32). Do not tighten the Locknuts yet.

2. Press a 50mm x 100mm Inner Cap (17) into the
indicated end of a Base (4). Press a 50mm x
100mm Angled Inner Cap (18) into the other end
of the Base.

Attach the Base (4) to the Cross Frame (1) with
two M10 x 68mm Bolts (33), a Large Support
Plate (12), and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (32). Do

not tighten the Locknuts yet. Be sure the
parts are oriented as shown in the drawing,
with the warning decal in the indicated loca­tion.

Repeat this step with the other Base (4).

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Before beginning assembly, be sure that
you understand the information in the box
above.