Gold's Gym PLATINUM GGBE1658.0 User manual

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tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manu-
al for future reference.
Model No. GGBE1658.0
Serial No.
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space above for future reference.
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USER’S MANUAL
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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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.
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
The decals shown here have been
applied in the locations shown. If a
decal is missing or illegible, call
the telephone number on the
front cover of this manual and
order a free replacement decal.
Apply the decal in the location
shown. Note: The decals may not
be shown at actual size.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Toreduce 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 the weight bench.
1. Before beginning any exercise program, con-
sult your physician. This is especially impor-
tant for persons over the age of 35 or per-
sons with pre-existing health problems.
2. Use the weight bench only as described in
this manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the weight bench are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
4. The weight bench is intended for home use
only. Do not use the weight bench in a com-
mercial, rental, or institutional setting.
5.
Keep the weight bench indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Place the weight bench
on a level surface, with a mat beneath it to
protect the floor or carpet. Make sure that
there is enough clearance around the weight
bench to mount, dismount, and use it.
6. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the weight bench at all times.
7.
Inspect and properly tighten all parts regular-
ly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
8. Make sure that the backrest post is fully
engaged in a slot in the frame before using the
backrest.
9. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising.
Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-
tion while exercising.
10.
The weight bench is designed to support a
maximum user weight of 300 lbs. (136 kg)
and a maximum total weight of 610 lbs (277
kg). Do not place more than 310 lbs (141 kg),
including a barbell, on the weight rests. Do
not place more than 150 lbs (68 kg) on the leg
lever. Note: The weight bench does not
include a barbell or weights.
11. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and cool down.

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Seat
Curl Pad
Leg Lever
Curl Bar
Safety Spotter
Weight Rest
Curl Pin
Weight Tube
Backrest
Adjustment Knob
Upright
Backrest Post
Storage Tube
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the versatile GOLD’S GYM®
PLATINUM weight bench. The weight bench offers a
selection of exercise stations designed to develop the
major muscle groups of the body. Whether your goal is
to tone your body, build dramatic muscle size and
strength, or improve your 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
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.
To avoid a registration fee for any service needed
under warranty, you must register the weight bench
at www.iconservice.com/registration.
Before reading further, please review the drawing below
and familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled.
ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS:
Height: 5 ft. 2 in. (157 cm)
Width: 4 ft. (122 cm)
Depth: 6ft. 1 in. (185 cm)

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M6 Washer (53)
M10 Nylon
Locknut (57)
M10 x 165mm Bolt (49)
M8 x 70mm Bolt (44)
M10 Washer (52)
M8 Nylon
Locknut (58)
M10 x 90mm Carriage Bolt (40)
M10 x 85mm Bolt (43)
M6 x 80mm Screw (46)
M6 x 40mm Screw (48)
M5 x 19mm
Screw (50)
M4 x 19mm
Screw (51)
M8 Washer (54)
M6 x 20mm
Screw (47)
M10 x 90mm Bolt (42)
M10 x 77mm Bolt Set (45)
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 near the end of this manual. Note: Some small parts may
have been preattached. If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preattached.

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ASSEMBLY
1.
Orient the Front Stabilizer (2) with the square
holes toward the floor. Attach the Front
Stabilizer to the Front Leg (4) with two M10 x
90mm Carriage Bolts (40) and two M10 Nylon
Locknuts (57). Do not tighten the Nylon
Locknuts yet.
2
57
57
4
1
40
Square
Holes
Before beginning assembly,make sure
that you have read and understand the
information in the box above. See the
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART on page 5
for help identifying small parts.
Before beginning assembly, carefully read the fol-
lowing information and instructions:
• To hire an authorized service technician to
assemble the weight bench, call 1-800-445-2480.
• Assembly requires two persons.
• Because of its size, the weight bench should be
assembled 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 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
IDENTIFICATION CHART on page 5.
• Assembly requires the included hex key(s)
and the following tools (not included):
two adjustable wrenches
one rubber mallet
one standard screwdriver
one Phillips screwdriver
Assembly may 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 Assembly Easier
Everything in this manual is designed to ensure
that the weight bench can be assembled suc-
cessfully by almost anyone. By setting aside
plenty of time, assembly will go smoothly.

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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). Donot tighten
the Nylon Locknuts yet.
3. Attach the Seat (18) and the Seat Bracket (8) to
the Frame (1) with two M6 x 80mm Screws (46)
and two M6 Washers (53).
2
1
57
3
40
57
3
4. Attach the Frame (1) to the Front Leg (4) with
two M10 x 85mm Bolts (43), two M10 Washers
(52), and an M10 Nylon Locknut (57). Do not
tighten the Nylon Locknut yet.
Finish attaching the Front Leg (4) to the Frame
(1) with four M4 x 19mm Screws (51).
See steps 1, 2, and 4. Tighten the M10 Nylon
Locknuts (57).
4
1
1
4
51
57
43
52
18
8
46
53
53

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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 M10 Washers (52), and an M10 Nylon
Locknut (57). Donot tighten the Nylon
Locknut yet.
Attach the Backrest (19) to the Backrest
Frames (16) with four M6 x 40mm Screws (48)
and four M6 Washers (53). Do not tighten the
Screws yet.
6. Grease an M10 x 165mm Bolt (49). Attach the
Backrest Frames (16) to the Frame (1) with the
Bolt, two M10 Washers (52), and an M10 Nylon
Locknut (57). Set the end of the Backrest Post
(15) in one of the slots in the Frame. Do not
overtighten the Nylon Locknut; the Backrest
Frames must pivot easily.
See step 5. Tighten the M10 Nylon Locknut
(57) and the four M6 x 40mm Screws (48).
Do not overtighten the Nylon Locknut; the
Backrest Post (15) must pivot easily.
7. Attach the Weight Tube (24) to the Leg Lever
(5) with an M8 x 70mm Bolt (44), a 13mm x
16mm Spacer (55), two M8 Washers (54), and
an M8 Nylon Locknut (58). Next, press a 25mm
Outer Cap (56) onto the end of the Weight
Tube.
Apply grease to the barrel of an M10 x 77mm
Bolt Set (45). Attach the Leg Lever (5) to the
Front Leg (4) with the Bolt Set. Make sure that
the barrel of the Bolt Set is inserted through
both sides of the bracket on the Front Leg.
5
19
49
52
16
53
53
15
52
57
48
48
6
7
16
1
52 15
Slot
52
49
57
4
45
45
Grease
Bracket
5
58 54
55
56
54
44
24
Grease
Grease
Wide End

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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 Long Pad Tube, and press a Pad Cap
(23) into each Foam Pad.
Repeat this step with the two Short Pad
Tubes (21).
9. Attach the Bumper (30) to the Curl Bar (17)
with an M4 x 19mm Screw (51).
Attach the Curl Bar (17) to the Leg Lever (5)
with the Curl Bar Pin (33). Then, attach the
Tether (34) on the Curl Bar Pin to the Leg Lever
with an M4 x 19mm Screw (51).
10. Attach the Curl Pad (20) to the Curl Post (6)
with two M6 x 20mm Screws (47).
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9
10
23
23
17
30
51
5
33
34
51
20
6
47
4
22
22
36
21
21Bracket

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11. Identify the Left Upright Base (39), which is
marked with an L sticker. Attach a Foot (39) to
the Left Upright Base with an M5 x 19mm Screw
(50). Insert an M10 x 90mm Carriage Bolt (40) up
into the Left Upright Base. Note: It may be help-
ful to place a piece of tape over the bolt head
to hold it in place.
Attach the Left Upright Base (9) to the Base (7)
with two M10 x 90mm Carriage Bolts (40), an
M10 x 90mm Bolt (42), four M10 Washers (52),
and three M10 Nylon Locknuts (57). Do not
tighten the Nylon Locknuts yet.
Repeat this step for the Right Upright Base
(10).
12. Attach a Storage Tube (14) to an Upright (11)
with two M10 x 90mm Bolts (42), two M10
Washers (52), and two M10 Nylon Locknuts
(57).
Attach the Upright (11) to the Left Upright Base
(9) with the M10 x 90mm Carriage Bolt (40),
four M5 x 19mm Screws (50), and an M10
Nylon Locknut (57).
Repeat this step for the other Upright (11)
and the Right Upright Base (10).
See step 11. Tighten all of the M10 Nylon
Locknuts (57).
13. Set a Safety Spotter (13) on a set of pegs on
the left Upright (11).
Set the other Safety Spotter (13) on a set of
pegs on the right Upright (11). Make sure that
both Safety Spotters are at the same height.
14. Make sure that all parts are properly tight-
ened before you use the weight bench. The
use of all remaining parts will be explained
in ADJUSTMENT on pages 11and 12.
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12
13
9
10
42
40
39
50
40
52
52
57
57
7
57
14
50
50
40
9
50
57
42
52
11
11
10
13
11
Pegs
13
11