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A s s e m b l y
G9U OWNER'S
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I n s t r u c t i o n s
MANUAL
Table of Contents
Reference Drawings..............................p. 2-3
Safety Instructions....................................p. 4
Before You Begin.....................................p. 5
Dimensions...............................................p. 6
Safety Guidelines......................................p. 7
Preparations.............................................p. 8
Assembly Instructions..........................p. 9-37
Cable Installations.............................p. 38-49
Cable Adjustments............................p. 50-51
Shroud Installation.............................p. 52-53
Adjustments.......................................p. 54-57
Maintenance Schedule......................... 60-61
Nutrition..................................................p. 64
Exercise Prescription..............................p. 65
Training Tips...........................................p. 66
Common Training Mistakes....................p. 67
Setting Up Your Personal Program.........p. 68
Determine Your Training Method............p. 69
Exercise Tips..........................................p. 70
Anatomy Chart........................................p. 71
Fitness Goals..........................................p. 72
Exercise Logs....................................p. 73-75
Streching & Flexibility.............................p. 76
Steching: Warm Up / Cool Down.......p. 77-86
Workout Exercises............................p. 88-90
Weight Ratios.........................................p. 91
Mainframe Parts List.........................p. 92-93
Hardware Parts List...........................p. 94-96
Obtaining Service....................................p. 97
Hardware Diagrams........................p. 98-100
Exploded View Diagrams..............p. 101-102
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Mainframe Parts List......p. 92-93 Hardware Parts List......p. 94-96 Obtaining Service........p. 97 Hardware Diagrams......p. 98-100 Exploded View Diagrams....p. 101-102 & A s s e m b l y I n s t r u c t i o n s G9U OWNER’S MANUAL... - Page 2 T o t a l B o d y W o r k o u t D V D Follow the lead of international fitness presenter Geoff Bagshaw as he guides you step by step through a total health and conditioning program. Includes thorough explanations and demonstrations of over 50 exercises targeting all major muscle groups.
- Page 3 Standard/Metric Cross-Reference Table The product hardware has been modified from Standard to Metric. When installing your machine, please use the table below to cross-reference between Standard and Metric hardware. ...
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Page 4: Reference Drawings
G 9 U R e f e r e n c e D r a w i n g s Note: Due to continuing product improvements, specifications and designs are subject to change without notice. Even though we have prepared this manual with extreme care, neither the publisher nor the author can accept responsibility for any errors in, or omission from, the information given. - Page 5 G 9 U R e f e r e n c e D r a w i n g s Note: Due to continuing product improvements, specifications and designs are subject to change without notice. Even though we have prepared this manual with extreme care, neither the publisher nor the author can accept responsibility for any errors in, or omission from, the information given.
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Page 6: Safety Instructions
Si vous avez des etourdissements ou des faiblesses, arretez les exercices immediatement. Antes de comenzar cualquier programma de ejercicios, deberias tener un examen fisico con su doctor. When using exercise equipment, you The G9U is designed for your enjoyment. should always take basic precautions, By following these precautions and using common... -
Page 7: Before You Begin
Y o u B e g i n Thank you for purchasing the G9U. This gym is part of the Body-Solid line of quality strength training machines, which let you target specific muscle groups to achieve better muscle tone and overall body conditioning. -
Page 8: Dimensions
The room layout diagram below will help you decide the best placement for your G9U. The dimensions of the G9U are: width 6’6” X length 8’. The ceiling height requirement for the G9U is 7’. The usage space is: width 9’6” X length 11’10” (The usage space is the overall space needed for operation.) The diagrams below are without the optional Vertical Knee Raise Station GKR9. -
Page 9: Safety Guidelines
S a f e t y G u i d e l i n e s Successful resistance training programs have one prominent feature in common...safety. Resistance training has some inherent dangers, as do all physical activities. The chance of injury can be greatly reduced or completely removed by using correct lifting techniques, proper breathing, maintaining equipment in good working condition, and by wearing the appropriate clothing. -
Page 10: Preparations
CAUTION: To set up this unit, you will need assistance. Do not attempt assembly by yourself. You must review and follow the instructions in this Owner’s Manual. If you do not assemble and use the G9U according to these guidelines, you could void the Body-Solid warranty. Required Tools... -
Page 11: Assembly Instructions
However, if you acquire the appropriate tools, obtain assistance, and follow the assembly steps sequentially, the process will take time, but is fairly easy. Assembly of the G9U takes professional installers about 3-5 hours to complete. If this is the first time you have assembled this type of equipment, plan on significantly more time. - Page 12 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. NOTE: Finger tighten all hardware in this step. Do Not wrench tighten until end of step 5. Attach two Weight Stack Shims (28) to the bottom of Main Base Frame (A), and two Weight Stack Shims (28) to the bottom of Side Base Frame (B).
- Page 13 STEP Above shows STEP 1 assembled and completed...
- Page 14 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. NOTE: Finger tighten all hardware in this step. Do Not wrench tighten until end of step 5. Attach one Pulley (26) to Main Base Frame (A) and one Pulleys to Side Base Frame (B) as shown using: Two 76 (3/8”x 1 3/4”...
- Page 15 STEP Above shows STEP 2 assembled and completed...
- Page 16 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. NOTE: Finger tighten all hardware in this step. Do Not wrench tighten until end of step 5. Place two Weight Stack Risers (55) and two Rubber Donuts (31) onto Main Base Frame (A) as shown.
- Page 17 STEP Above shows STEP 3 assembled and completed...
- Page 18 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. NOTE: Finger tighten all hardware in this step. Do Not wrench tighten until end of step 5. Attach Top Pulley Frame (K) to Top Main Frame (G) and Front Vertical Frame (F) as shown using: One 61 (1/2”x 5 1/4”...
- Page 19 STEP Above shows STEP 4 assembled and completed...
- Page 20 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. Most of the main frame parts in this step will have RED dots. NOTE: LEG EXTENSION SEAT PAD FRAME (S) AND THE LEG EXTENSION FRAME (L) ARE PRE-ASSEMBLED AS ONE PIECE.
- Page 21 STEP Above shows STEP 5 assembled and completed...
- Page 22 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. Most of the main frame parts in this step will have RED dots. Attach Leg Extension Handles (U) to Leg Extension Seat Pad Frame (S) using: Two 72 (3/8”x 3”...
- Page 23 STEP Above shows STEP 6 assembled and completed...
- Page 24 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. Most of the main frame parts in this step will have RED dots. Attach two Leg Hold Downs (X) to the Front Vertical Frame (F) using: Two 64 (1/2”x 3 1/4”...
- Page 25 STEP Above shows STEP 7 assembled and completed...
- Page 26 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. Most of the main frame parts in this step will have RED dots. NOTE: You will need to loosen two Allen Screws (88) inside Seated Press Arm Support (AA), in order to remove shaft (AB).
- Page 27 STEP Above shows STEP 8 assembled and completed...
- Page 28 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. Most of the main frame parts in this step will have YELLOW dots. Attach three End Caps (13) to the front and sides of Pec Dec Frame (H), and attach Square Rubber Cap (32) to the top of the Pec Dec Frame (H).
- Page 29 STEP Above shows STEP 9 assembled and completed...
- Page 30 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. Most of the main frame parts in this step will have YELLOW dots. Slide Plastic Bushing (23) into the receptacle at the bottom of the Rear Vertical Frame (E) as shown.
- Page 31 STEP Above shows STEP 10 assembled and completed...
- Page 32 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. Attach two End Caps (13) to the ends of the Low Pulley Frame (AY). Connect Low Pulley Frame (AY) to the Main Base Frame (A) using: One 98 (M10 washer)
- Page 33 STEP Above shows STEP 11 assembled and completed...
- Page 34 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. Most of the main frame parts in this step will have BLUE dots. Attach Leg Press Support (BA) to Main Base Frame (A) using: Two 73 (3/8”x 2 3/4”...
- Page 35 STEP Above shows STEP 12 assembled and completed...
- Page 36 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. Most of the main frame parts in this step will have BLUE dots. Slide two Pillow Block Bearings (45) onto lower shaft on Main Leg Press Pivot (BD) and leave allen screws loose.
- Page 37 STEP There are two small alen set screws in each Pillow Block Bearing(45). For best alignment of this system you should loosen all allen set screws before instlling the Pillow Block Bearings(45) The last end final step of the assembly process is to wrench tighten all of these allen Above shows STEP 13 set screw in all the Pillow Block Bearings(45)
- Page 38 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. Most of the main frame parts in this step will have BLUE dots. Slide Round End Cap (29) onto Leg Press Handles (BH). Attach Leg Press Handles (BH) onto Leg Press Frame (BB) using: Two 71 (3/8”x 3 1/4”...
- Page 39 STEP Above shows STEP 14 assembled and completed...
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Page 40: Cable Installations
S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. NOTE: All pulleys are the 4 1/4” diameter Pulleys (26), except where noted. Lat Pulldown Cable (36) Ball Stop End Metal Ball End 13’ 8” 4170 mm Start at the front of the gym. - Page 41 STEP Start at high pully station by inserting the Metal Ball End here. (at least) WARNING Selectoe Eod Top Bolt(52) must be threaded a minumum of 1/2" into the Selector Rod (6),and Jam Nut (54) tightened securely against spring lock washer (53) to ensure proper connection.Check the Jam Nut (54) once a week to make sure it is tight.
- Page 42 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. NOTE: All pulleys are the 4 1/4” diameter Pulleys (26), except where noted. Leg Extension Cable (37) Stamped Eye End Stamped Eye End 2635mm 8’...
- Page 43 STEP Short Cable Leg Extension Cable...
- Page 44 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. NOTE: All pulleys are the 4 1/4” diameter Pulleys (26), except where noted. Pec Dec Cable (38) Metal Ball End Metal Ball End 1890mm 6’...
- Page 45 STEP Pec Dec Cable...
- Page 46 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. NOTE: All pulleys are the 4 1/4” diameter Pulleys (26), except where noted. Ab Crunch Cable (39) Ball Stop End Chain End 1545mm 5’ 1” Insert chain end of the Ab Crunch Cable (39) into the opening above Back Pad (AX), and pull entire length through.
- Page 47 STEP Ab Crunch Cable...
- Page 48 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. NOTE: All pulleys are the 4 1/4” diameter Pulleys (26), except where noted. Low Pulley Cable (35) Metal Ball End Ball Stop End 4425mm 14”6”...
- Page 49 STEP Low Pulley Cable Low Pulley Cable (at least) WARNING Selectoe Eod Top Bolt(52) must be threaded a minumum of 1/2" into the Selector Rod (6),and Jam Nut (54) tightened securely against spring lock washer (53) to ensure proper connection.Check the Jam Nut (54) once a week to make sure it is tight.
- Page 50 S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. NOTE: All pulleys are the 4 1/4” diameter Pulleys (26), except where noted. Leg Press Cable (34) Stamped Eye End Chain End 4300mm 14’1” Attach the chain end of Leg Press Cable (34) to Leg Press Frame (BB) with Snap Link (43).
- Page 51 STEP Leg Press Cable...
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Page 52: Cable Adjustments
Cable(s) are sloppy and there is no resistance from the weight stack for the first few inches of the exercise. There are TEN areas for cable adjustment on the G9U: A TWO Selector Rod Top Bolts (52) B THREE Rubber Stops (42) C THREE Adjustable Chains on cables (34), (39), (40). - Page 53 STEP B.Rubber Stop(42) NOTE 1 Before beginning final cable Tighten adjustments,be sure that both of these pulley housing nutt-up as close as possible to the welded stops on the frame pieces. Selector Rod Top Bolt NOTE 2 Check lock nut weekly to be sure it is tight WARNING...
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Page 54: Shroud Installation
S T E P Be careful to assemble all components in the sequence they are presented. SEE NOTE 1: Apply weight stack numbers to weight stack Top Plate (8) and each Weight Stack Plate as shown. SEE NOTE 2: Note the shape of each shroud for proper placement. Weight Stack Shroud (CA) is pre-assembled with Shroud Insert (CB). - Page 55 STEP 3/4" flat side 2" flat side 3/4" flat side NOTE 2 This is the top view of the four Weight Stack Shrouds.Note the Above shows STEP 22 assembled and completed shape of each shroud for proper placement NOTE 1 Apply weight stack numbers to the Weight Stack Plates(51).Start at the Top Plate(8)with the number 1,end the first plate should be...
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Page 56: Adjustments
A d j u s t m e n t s Congratulations! You are done. After assembly, you should check all functions to ensure correct operation. If you experience problems, first recheck the assembly instructions to locate any possible errors made during assembly. If you are unable to correct the problem, call the dealer from whom you purchased the machine or call 1-800-556-3113 for the dealer nearest you. - Page 57 Pull Ball Head Pop Pin(57) Adjust Seated Press Arm(AC) (Reverse view drawing) Leg Extensions Seat Pad(v) Adjust top Ball Head Upper Back Pop Pin (56) Pad(ZA) Pull T-Shaped Pop Pin(48) side Ball Head Pop Pin(56) WARNING Make sure Pop PIn(48) is fully Pay special attention to the plunger on this Pop Pin (48).
- Page 58 A d j u s t m e n t s PEC DEC ARM (AK) or (AP) ADJUSTMENT Grasp Pec Dec Arm (AK) or (AP). Pull the Ball Head Pop Pin (50) to release the Pec Dec Arm (AK) or (AP). Adjust the Pec Dec Arm to the desired position.
- Page 59 Adjust Pec Dec Arm(AK)or(AP) Pull Ball Head Pop Pin (50) WARNING WARNING Pay special attention to the plunger on this Pop Pin (48). Always be sure that the plunger is fully engaged into the hole you select.Also,be sure that the spring in the Pop Pin (48) Pay special attention to the plunger on this Pop Pin (48).
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Page 60: Warning, Safety & Maintenance
G 9 U P a r t s L i s t KEY# QTY PART# DESCRIPTION E37MBF-A MAIN BASE FRAME E37SBF-B SIDE BASE FRAME E37FBF-C FRONT BASE FRAME E37RBF-D REAR BASE FRAME E37RVF-E REAR VERTICAL FRAME E37FVF-F FRONT VERTICAL FRAME E37TMF-G TOP MAIN FRAME E37PDF-H... - Page 61 G 9 U P a r t s L i s t ( c o n t i n u e d ) KEY# PART# DESCRIPTION E37LPC-BA LEG PRESS CONNECTION E37LPF-BB LEG PRESS FRAME E37LPF-BC LEG PRESS FRONT E37LPP-BD LEG PRESS PIVOT E37FLPP-BE FRONT LEG PRESS PIVOT E37S-BF...
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Page 62: Maintenance Schedule
G 9 U H a r d w a r e L i s t KEY# QTY PART# DESCRIPTION WEIGHT STACK PIN 4 1/4”L X 7/16”W JPIN4.25 STEEL SLEEVE 1/2” OD X 5/16” ID X 3/4”L JSS.5 JSCH.18 STEEL CHAIN 3/16” JSB.75X.5 STEEL BUSHING 3/4”... - Page 63 G 9 U H a r d w a r e ( c o n t i n u e d ) KEY# QTY PART# DESCRIPTION JHEX.5X5.5PTB HEX HEAD BOLT 1/2” X 5 1/2” PARTIAL THREAD JHEX.5X5.25PTB HEX HEAD BOLT 1/2” X 5 1/4” PARTIAL THREAD JHEX.5X5PTB HEX HEAD BOLT 1/2”...
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Page 64: Phrase, Terms, Tips & Guidelines
C a b l e L i s t KEY# PART# DESCRIPTION JLPC4300 LEG PRESS CABLE 4300 mm(14’1”) JLRC4425 LOW PULLEY CABLE 4425 mm(14’ 6”) JLPC4170 LAT PULLDOWN CABLE 4170mm(13’ 8”) JLEC2635 LEG EXTENSION CABLE 2635 mm(8’ 7”) JPDC1890 PEC DEC CABLE 1890 mm(6’ 2 1/2”) JACC1545 AB CRUNCH CABLE 1545 mm(5’... -
Page 65: Obtaining Service
Or write to: Body-Solid, Inc. Service Department 1900 S. Des Plaines Ave. Forest Park, IL 60130 USA Ordering replacement parts When ordering replacement parts, please have the following information available: Model number:G9U Date of purchase: ________________________________________ Name of dealer: ________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ Dealer location:... -
Page 66: Nutrition
Or write to: Body-Solid, Inc. Service Department 1900 S. Des Plaines Ave. Forest Park, IL 60130 USA Ordering replacement parts When ordering replacement parts, please have the following information available: Model number:G9U Date of purchase: ________________________________________ Name of dealer: ________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ Dealer location:... -
Page 67: Exercise Prescription
G 9 U H A R D W A R E ( s h o w n a c t u a l s i z e ) Inch... -
Page 68: Training Tips
G 9 U H A R D W A R E ( s h o w n a c t u a l s i z e ) Inch... -
Page 69: Common Training Mistakes
BACK WEIGHT STACK SHROUD *1[2PCS] 9219-012 WEIGHT STACK SHROUD Panel Holder *2[1PCS] 9440-158 Exercise Panel #Assemble onto the back shroud BACK WEIGHT STACK SHROUD WEIGHT STACK SHROUD G9S-032007... -
Page 70: Setting Up Your Personal Program
EXPLODEED VIEW 98 87 DIAGRAM 98 87 104 10 76 94 94 76 94 91 101 101 95 96 95 96 70 94 94 72 103 97 90 93 94 91 89 96 94 28...