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Model No. GGBE1486.0 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. USER’S MANUAL Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if a part is...
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 and all 10. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time while warnings on the weight bench before using exercising, stop immediately and begin cool- ing down.
The model number is GGBE1486.0. The serial number major muscle groups of the body. Whether your goal is can be found on a decal attached to the weight bench to tone your body, build dramatic muscle size and (see the front cover of this manual).
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART See the drawings below to identify small parts used in assembly. The number in parentheses by each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 17. Note: Some small parts may have been pre- attached.
ASSEMBLY • Tighten all parts as you assemble them, unless Make Assembly Easier instructed to do otherwise. Everything in this manual is designed to ensure • As you assemble the weight bench, make sure all that the weight bench can be assembled suc- parts are oriented as shown in the drawings.
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2. Attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the Frame (1) with two M10 x 90mm Carriage Bolts (40) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (57). Do not tighten the Nylon Locknuts yet. 3. Attach the Seat (18) to the Frame (1) with two M6 x 80mm Screws (46), two M6 Washers (53), and the Seat Bracket (59).
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5. Apply a portion of the included grease to an M10 x 165mm Bolt (49). Attach the Backrest Post (15) to the Backrest Frames (16) with the Bolt, two Washers (52), and an M10 Nylon Locknut (57). Do not tighten the Nylon Locknut yet.
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8. Insert the Long Pad Tube (36) into the bracket on the Front Leg (4). Slide two Foam Pads (22) onto the Pad Tube, and press two Pad Caps (23) into the ends of the Foam Pads. Repeat this step with the two Short Pad Tubes (21) and the Leg Lever (5).
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11. If you have Olympic weights, use the Long Base (7) in this step. If you do not have Olympic weights, use the Short Base (8) in this step. Note: The Long Base is shown in this step and in all drawings in this manual. Attach a Foot (39) to the Left Upright Base (9) with an M5 x 19mm Screw (50).
ADJUSTMENTS This section explains how to adjust the weight bench. See the EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 13 for impor- tant information about how to get the most benefit from your exercise program. Also, refer to the accompanying exercise guide to see the correct form for each exercise. Make sure all parts are properly tightened each time the weight bench is used.
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REMOVING THE CURL BAR When performing exercises that do not require the Curl Bar (17), pull the Curl Bar Pin (33) out of the Leg Lever (5) and remove the Curl Bar. When attaching the Curl Bar (17), insert the Curl Bar Pin (33) completely through the Leg Lever (5).
EXERCISE GUIDELINES THE FOUR BASIC TYPES OF WORKOUTS PERSONALIZING YOUR EXERCISE PROGRAM Muscle Building Determining the exact length of time for each workout, To increase the size and strength of your muscles, as well as the number of repetitions or sets completed, push them close to their maximum capacity.
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Rest for a short period of time after each set. The slowly as you stretch and do not bounce. Ease into ideal resting periods follow: each stretch gradually and go only as far as you can • Rest for three minutes after each set for a muscle without strain.
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EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS MONDAY Date: AEROBIC EXERCISE TUESDAY Date: EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS WEDNESDAY Date: THURSDAY AEROBIC EXERCISE Date: EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS FRIDAY Date: Make photocopies of this page for scheduling and recording your workouts.
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EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS MONDAY Date: AEROBIC EXERCISE TUESDAY Date: EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS WEDNESDAY Date: THURSDAY AEROBIC EXERCISE Date: EXERCISE WEIGHT SETS REPS FRIDAY Date: Make photocopies of this page for scheduling and recording your workouts.
PART LIST—Model No. GGBE1486.0 R0906A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description Frame Backrest Bushing Front Stabilizer Curl Bar Pin Rear Stabilizer Tether Front Leg Adjustment Knob Leg Lever Long Pad Tube Curl Post Upright Bushing Base Upright Spacer...
To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to provide the following information: • the MODEL NUMBER of the product (GGBE1486.0) • the NAME of the product (GOLD’S GYM XRS 20 weight bench) •...