Gold's Gym XR 8.1 User Manual

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Model No. GGBE99517.0
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the space
above for reference.

Serial Number

Decal

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USER’S MANUAL

CUSTOMER CARE

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Mon.–Fri. 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MT
Sat. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. MT

Please do not contact the store.

CAUTION

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

EXPLODED DRAWING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT

This drawing shows the location(s) of the warning
decal(s). If a decal is missing or illegible, see the front

cover of this manual and request a free replacement
decal. Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The

decal(s) may not be shown at actual size.

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.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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

instructions in this manual and all warnings on the weight bench before using the weight bench.
ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the
use of this product.

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to
ensure that all users of the weight bench are
adequately informed of all precautions.

2. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or persons
with pre-existing health problems.

3. The weight bench is not intended for use by
persons with reduced physical, sensory, or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they are given supervi­sion or instruction about use of the weight
bench by someone responsible for their
safety.

4. Use the weight bench only as described in
this manual.

5. The weight bench is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight bench in any
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.

6. 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.

7. Place the weight bench on a level surface,
with enough clearance around the weight
bench to mount, dismount, and use the
weight bench. To protect the floor or carpet
from damage, place a mat under the weight
bench.

10. Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts.

11. Always wear athletic shoes for foot
protection while using the weight bench.

12. The weight bench is designed to support a
maximum user weight of 300 lbs. (136 kg)
and a maximum total weight of 410 lbs.
(186 kg). Do not place more than 110 lbs.
(50 kg), including a barbell and weights, on
the weight rests. Do not place more than
50 lbs. (23 kg) on the leg lever.

13. Do not use a barbell that is longer than 5 ft.
(1.5 m) with the weight bench.

14. Always place the same amount of weight
on both ends of the barbell. While adding or
removing weights, always keep some weight
on both ends of the barbell to prevent the
barbell from tipping. Always secure weights
with the spring collars.

15. Before using the leg lever, place the bar­bell with the same amount of weight on the
weight rests to balance the bench.

16. Before using the backrest, make sure that
the backrest support is inserted fully into the
uprights.

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

8. Inspect and properly tighten all parts each
time the weight bench is used. Replace any
worn parts immediately.

9. Keep children under age 13 and pets away
from the weight bench at all times.

18. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint, if you become short
of breath, or if you experience pain while
exercising, stop immediately and cool down.

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STANDARD SERVICE PLANS

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the GOLD’S GYM® XR 8.1

weight bench. The versatile XR 8.1 weight bench is
designed to develop every major muscle group of the

body. Whether your goal is to have a shapely figure,
dramatic muscle size and strength, or a healthier 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 questions after

Length: 5 ft. 5 in. (164 cm)
Width: 4 ft. (121 cm)

reading this manual, please see the front cover of this
manual. To help us assist you, note the product model

number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number and the location of the serial number
decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.

Before reading further, please review the drawing

below and familiarize yourself with the labeled parts.

Weight Rest

Barbell

Spring Collar

Backrest

Backrest Support

Seat

Leg Lever

Spring Collar

Weight Tube

Note: The terms “right side” and “left side” are determined relative to a person sitting on the
weight bench; the terms do not correspond to right and left in the drawings in this manual.

Upright

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PART IDENTIFICATION CHART

Use the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. The number in parentheses below each

drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. Note: If a part is not in
the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preassembled. Extra hardware may be included.

M8 Locknut

(33)–1

M6 x 40mm Screw

(30)–8

M10 x 60mm Carriage Bolt (13)–2

M10 Locknut

(17)–6

M8 x 15mm

Screw (19)–3

M6 Washer

(26)–8

M10 x 77mm Carriage Bolt (18)–4

M8 Washer

(16)–3

M8 x 75mm Bolt (32)–1

M4 x 19mm

Screw (27)–4

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ASSEMBLY

• To hire an authorized service technician to

assemble this product, call 1-800-445-2480.

• Assembly requires two persons.

• Because of its weight and size, assemble the
weight bench in the location where it will be used.
Make sure that there is enough clearance to walk
around the weight bench as you assemble it.

• Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing

materials until you nish all assembly steps.

1. Go to my.getgoldsgym.com on your
computer and register your product.

• documents your ownership

• activates your warranty

• ensures priority customer support if assistance

is ever needed

• To identify small parts, see page 6.

• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tools:

one adjustable wrench

one Phillips screwdriver

Assembly may be easier if you have a set of

wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use

power tools.

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Note: If you do not have internet access, call

Customer Care (see the front cover of this
manual) and register your product.

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2. Identify the Right and Left Uprights (1, 14), and

orient them as shown.

Attach an Upright Foot (15) to the Left Upright

(14) with an M4 x 19mm Screw (27).

Attach the other Upright Foot (15) to the

Right Upright (1) in the same way.

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3. Attach the Crossbar (3) to the Left Upright (14)

with two M10 x 77mm Carriage Bolts (18), an
Upright Bracket (22), and two M10 Locknuts

(17); do not tighten the Locknuts yet.

Attach the Crossbar (3) to the Right Upright

(1) in the same way.

1

15

27

3

1

14

15

3

14

22

18

17

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4. Attach the Front Leg (8) to the Frame (2) with

three M8 x 15mm Screws (19) and three M8

Washers (16); do not tighten the Screws yet.

See the inset drawing. Attach the Frame

Bracket (36) to the Frame (2) and to the Front

Leg (8) with two M4 x 19mm Screws (27); do
not tighten the Screws yet.

4

19

16

8

2

16

19

2

36

5. Attach the Frame (2) to the Crossbar (3) with two

M10 x 60mm Carriage Bolts (13) and two M10

Locknuts (17).

See steps 3 and 4. Tighten the M10 Locknuts

(17), the M8 x 15mm Screws (19), and the
M4 x 19mm Screws (27).

8

5

13

2

17

27

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6. Insert a Pad Tube (10) into a hole in the Leg

Lever (4). Slide a Foam Pad (23) onto each side
of the Pad Tube.

Attach the other Pad Tube (not shown) and

two Foam Pads (23) in the same way.

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23

23

10

4

23

23

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7. Using a plastic bag to keep your fingers clean,

apply a generous amount of the included grease

to an M8 x 75mm Bolt (32).

Attach the Leg Lever (4) to the brackets on the

Front Leg (8) with the M8 x 75mm Bolt (32) and

an M8 Locknut (33). Do not overtighten the

Locknut; the Leg Lever must pivot easily.

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33

4

32

Grease

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8. Apply a generous amount of the grease to the
pivot rod (A) on the Frame (2)

Set the Backrest Support (7) into a set of

brackets on the Uprights (1, 14).

Orient the Backrest Tubes (5) as shown. Slide a

Backrest Tube onto each side of the pivot rod (A).

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Grease

2

1

5

A

5

7

14

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9. Orient the Backrest (6) so that the narrow end
(B) is in the indicated location.

Attach the Backrest (6) to the Backrest Tubes (5)

with four M6 x 40mm Screws (30) and four M6

Washers (26); start all the Screws, and then
tighten them.

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B

6

5

26

30

26

30

10. Orient the Seat (11) as shown.

Attach the Seat (11) to the Frame (2) with four

M6 x 40mm Screws (30) and four M6 Washers

(26); start all the Screws, and then tighten
them.

10

11

2

26

30

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11. Attach a Spring Collar (25) to the weight tube on
the Leg Lever (4).

12. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the weight bench. Extra parts may be

included. The use of all remaining parts will be explained in ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE, beginning

on page 13.

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4

25

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ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE

The steps below explain how the weight bench can be adjusted. See the accompanying exercise guide to see the
correct form for several exercises.

Make sure that all parts are properly tightened each time you use the weight bench. Replace any worn parts

immediately. The weight bench can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent; do not use
solvents.

ADJUSTING THE BACKREST

The Backrest (6) can be used in any of three

positions. To adjust the position of the Backrest,
lift the Backrest, set the Backrest Support into the
desired set of brackets (A) on the Uprights (1, 14),

and then rest the Backrest on the Backrest Support.

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ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE LEG LEVER

To use the Leg Lever (4), slide the desired Weights
(24, 31, 34) onto the weight tube (B) on the Leg

Lever. Secure the Weights with a Spring Collar (25).

WARNING: When using

the Leg Lever (4), place the Barbell (29)

with the same amount of weight on
the weight rests to balance the weight
bench.

(23 kg) on the Leg Lever.

Do not place more than 50 lbs.

A

14

A

29

4

25

B

24, 31, 34

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ATTACHING WEIGHTS TO THE BARBELL

Slide the same amount of Weight (24, 31, 34) onto
both ends of the Barbell (29). Then, slide the Spring

Collars (25) against the Weights.

WARNING: Always secure

Weights (24, 31, 34) on the Barbell (29) with
the Spring Collars (25). Do not place more
than 110 lbs. (49 kg), including the Barbell
and Weights, on the weight rests.

31

29

31

34

25

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EXERCISE GUIDELINES

FOUR TYPES OF STRENGTH WORKOUTS

Note: A “repetition” is one complete cycle of an

exercise, such as one sit-up. A “set” is a series of

repetitions.

Muscle Building—Work your muscles near their maxi-
mum capacity and progressively increase the intensity

of your exercise. Adjust the intensity level of an indi­vidual exercise as follows:

• Change the amount of resistance used.

• Change the number of repetitions or sets performed.

Use your own judgment to determine the amount of
resistance that is right for you. Begin with 3 sets of 8

repetitions for each exercise you perform. Rest for 3

minutes after each set. When you can complete 3 sets

of 12 repetitions without difficulty, increase the amount

of resistance.

Toning—Tone your muscles by working them to a
moderate percentage of their capacity. Select a moder­ate amount of resistance and increase the number of
repetitions in each set. Complete as many sets of 15 to

20 repetitions as possible without discomfort. Rest for

1 minute after each set. Work your muscles by com­pleting more sets rather than by using high amounts of
resistance.

Weight Loss—To lose weight, use a low amount of

resistance and increase the number of repetitions in

each set. Exercise for 20 to 30 minutes, resting for a
maximum of 30 seconds between sets.

Cross Training—Combine strength training and aero-

bic exercise by following this type of program:

• Strength training workouts on Monday, Wednesday,

and Friday.

• 20 to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise on Tuesday and

Thursday.

• One full day of rest each week to give your body time

to regenerate.

WORKOUT GUIDELINES

Familiarize yourself with the equipment and learn the

proper form for each exercise. Use your own judgment

to determine the appropriate length of time for each

workout, and the numbers of repetitions and sets to

complete. Progress at your own pace and be sensitive

to your body’s signals. Follow each workout with at

least one day of rest.

Warming Up—Start with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching
and light exercise. A warm-up increases your body
temperature, heart rate, and circulation in preparation
for exercise.

Working Out—Include 6 to 10 different exercises in
each workout. Select exercises for every major muscle
group, emphasizing areas that you want to develop.
To give balance and variety to your workouts, vary the
exercises from workout to workout.

Cooling Down—Finish with 5 to 10 minutes of
stretching. Stretching increases the flexibility of your
muscles and helps to prevent post-exercise problems.

EXERCISE FORM

Move through the full range of motion for each exercise

and move only the appropriate parts of the body.
Perform the repetitions in each set smoothly and
without pausing. The exertion stage of each repeti­tion should last about half as long as the return stage.

Exhale during the exertion stage of each repetition and

inhale during the return stroke. Never hold your breath.

Rest for a short period of time after each set:

• Muscle Building—Rest for three minutes after each
set.

• Toning—Rest for one minute after each set.

• Weight Loss—Rest for 30 seconds after each set.

STAYING MOTIVATED

For motivation, keep a record of each workout. Write
the date, the exercises performed, the resistance used,

and the numbers of sets and repetitions completed.
Record your weight and key body measurements once

a month. To achieve good results, make exercise a

regular and enjoyable part of your life.

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NOTES

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NOTES

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PART LIST

Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description

Model No. GGBE99517.0 R1017B

1 1 Right Upright
2 1 Frame
3 1 Crossbar
4 1 Leg Lever
5 2 Backrest Tube
6 1 Backrest
7 1 Backrest Support
8 1 Front Leg
9 4 Pad Tube Cap

10 2 Pad Tube

11 1 Seat
12 2 Backrest Support Cap

13 2 M10 x 60mm Carriage Bolt

14 1 Left Upright
15 2 Upright Foot
16 3 M8 Washer

17 6 M10 Locknut
18 4 M10 x 77mm Carriage Bolt
19 3 M8 x 15mm Screw
20 1 Front Leg Cap

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. For information about ordering replacement parts, see

the back cover of this manual. *These parts are not illustrated.

21 2 Leg Lever Cap
22 2 Upright Bracket
23 4 Foam Pad

24 2 10-pound Weight

25 3 Spring Collar
26 8 M6 Washer

27 4 M4 x 19mm Screw

28 4 25mm Round Cap
29 1 Barbell

30 8 M6 x 40mm Screw

31 2 25-pound Weight

32 1 M8 x 75mm Bolt

33 1 M8 Locknut
34 2 15-pound Weight
35 8 Square Cap
36 1 Frame Bracket

* – User’s Manual
* – Exercise Guide

* – Grease Packet

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EXPLODED DRAWING

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Model No. GGBE99517.0 R1017B

5

35

33

30

26

20

19

11

16

19

32

30

26

26

17

16

19

1

22

26

35

7

12

18

3

18

18

2

13

18

17

27

14

22

17

15

8

36

9

23

21

10

25

28

4

23

21

28

27

30

23

23

29

9

31

34

28

24

25

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ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to

provide the following information when contacting us:

• the model number and serial number of the product (see the front cover of this manual)

• the name of the product (see the front cover of this manual)

• the key number and description of the replacement part(s) (see the PART LIST and the EXPLODED DRAWING
near the end of this manual)

LIMITED WARRANTY

IMPORTANT: To protect your fitness equipment with an extended service plan, see page 4.

ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. (ICON) warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and
material, under normal use and service conditions. Parts and labor are warranted for ninety (90) days from

the date of purchase.

This warranty extends only to the original purchaser (customer) and is not transferrable. ICON’s obliga­tion under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing, at ICON’s option, the product through one of

its authorized service providers. All repairs for which warranty claims are made must be preauthorized by

ICON. If replacement parts are shipped while the product is under warranty, the customer will be respon­sible for a minimal handling charge. For in-home service, the customer may be responsible for a minimal
trip charge. This warranty does not extend to freight damage to the product. This warranty will automati­cally be voided by the following conditions: (1) if the product is used as a store display model, (2) if the
product is purchased or transported outside the USA, (3) if all instructions and warnings in this manual are
not followed, (4) if the product is abused or improperly or abnormally used, or (5) if the product is used for
commercial or rental purposes. No other warranty beyond that specically set forth above is authorized

by ICON.

ICON is not responsible or liable for the following damages: (1) indirect, special, or consequential dam­ages arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of the product; (2) damages with respect

to any economic loss, loss of property, loss of revenues or prots, loss of enjoyment or use, or costs of

removal or installation; or (3) other consequential damages of any kind. Some states do not allow the

exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly, the above limitation may not

apply to the customer.

The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any and all other warranties, and any implied warranties of
merchantability or tness for a particular purpose are limited in their 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 the customer. This warranty provides specic legal rights; the customer

may have other rights that vary from state to state.

For warranty service, please call the telephone number on the front cover of this manual. Please be pre­pared to provide the model number and serial number of the product (see the front cover of this manual).

ICON Health & Fitness, Inc., 1500 S. 1000 W., Logan, UT 84321-9813

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