Gold's Gym Platinum GGBE2558.0 User manual

Model No. GGBE2558.0
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the
space above for future reference.
Serial Number Decal (under seat)
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USER’S MANUAL
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.

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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The decals shown here have been applied to the
weight bench. If a decal is missing or illegible, call
the telephone number on the front cover of this
manual and request a free replacement decal.
Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The
decals may not be shown 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 International, Inc.

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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 the weight bench.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
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. Read all instructions in this manual and all
warnings on the weight bench
before using
the weight bench.
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 pins and knobs are fully
engaged before the weight bench is used.
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.
12. Use the weight bench only as described in
this manual.

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Seat
Curl Pad
Safety Spotter
Right Side
Left Side
Note: The terms “right side” and “left side” are determined relative to a person sitting with his or
her back to the backrest; they do not correspond to right and left on the drawings in the manual.
Backrest
Seat Carriage
Leg Lever
Curl Bar
Headrest
Upright
Pin
Weight Rest
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
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 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.
Toavoid 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. (158 cm)
Width: 4 ft. 4 in. (132 cm)
Depth: 7ft. 2 in. (219 cm)
Weight: 158 lbs. (72 kg)

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M6 Washer (68)
M10 x 95mm Button Bolt (52)
M10 x 80mm Button Bolt (54)
M10 Split Washer (55)
M10 x 90mm Hex Bolt (19)
M6 x 55mm Screw (67)
M10 Washer (64)
M10 x 117mm Button Bolt (46)
M6 x 16mm Screw (61)
M6 x 35mm Screw (56)
M10 x 70mm Button Screw (60)
M10 x 75mm Hex Bolt (57)
M10 x 80mm Hex Bolt (24)
M4 x 16mm Screw (58)
M10 x 70mm Bolt Set (59)
M10 x 185mm Hex Bolt (63)
M10 Nylon Locknut (66)
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 parts bag, check to see if it has been preattached.
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART

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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.
ASSEMBLY
1.
Attach the Curl Pad (16) to the Curl Post (8) with
two M6 x 16mm Screws (61).
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Before beginning assembly, make sure that
you have read and understand the informa-
tion in the box above. See the PART IDENTI-
FICATION CHART on page 5 for help identi-
fying small parts.
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. Press a 70mm x 100mm Cap (34) into the top of
an Upright (5) as shown in the inset drawing.
Attach the Upright (5) to the Base (1) with three
M10 x 115mm Button Bolts (46) and three M10
Nylon Locknuts (66). Do not tighten the Nylon
Locknuts yet.
Repeat this step with the other Upright (not
shown) and the Storage Base (not shown).
2
52
27 66
66
46
46
5
4
3. Orient the Center Frame (4) so that the warning
decals are in the positions shown on page 2.
Attach the Center Frame (4) to the indicated
Upright (5) with an M10 x 95mm Button Bolt (52),
two M10 x 115mm Button Bolts (46), a Large
Support Plate (27), and three M10 Nylon
Locknuts (66). Do not tighten the Nylon
Locknuts yet.
Attach the Center Frame (4) to the other
Upright (not shown) in the same way.
46
66
5
1
3
5
34

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6. Attach the Bench Frame (3) to the Center Frame
(4) with two M10 x 80mm Button Bolts (54), an
M10 x 90mm Hex Bolt (19), a Small Support
Plate (21), and three M10 Nylon Locknuts (66).
Tighten the M10 Nylon Locknuts (66) used in
steps 2–6.
21
19
54
6
66
66
66
4
3
4. Attach the Front Leg Bumper (40) to the Front Leg
(9) with an M4 x 16mm Screw (58).
5. Orient the Seat Carriage (22) and the Bench
Frame (3) as shown. Pull the Knob (43) and slide
the Seat Carriage onto the Bench Frame. Engage
the Knob into a hole in the Bench Frame.
Attach the Bench Frame (3) to the Front Leg (9)
with two M10 x 75mm Hex Bolts (57), two M10
Washers (64), and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (66).
Make sure that the Nylon Locknuts are inside
the hexagonal holes in the bottom of the
Bench Frame. Do not tighten the Nylon
Locknuts yet.
4
58
40 9
3
43
57
22 66
Hexagonal
Holes
64
64
9
5

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7. Attach the Medium Pin (45) to the Seat Frame
(11) with an M4 x 16mm Screw (58).
Attach the Seat (14) to the Seat Frame (11) with
two M6 x 16mm Screws (61), two M6 x 35mm
Screws (56) and two M6 Washers (68).
9. Note: For clarity, the seat is not shown in this step.
Grease an M10 x 185mm Hex Bolt (63). Attach
the Seat Frame (11) and the Backrest Frames (12)
to the Seat Carriage (22) with the Hex Bolt and
an M10 Nylon Locknut (66). Do not overtighten
the Nylon Locknut; the Seat Frame and the
Backrest Frames must pivot easily.
Insert the Medium Pin (45) through a hole in the
Seat Frame (11) and the tube on the Seat
Carriage (22).
See the inset drawing. Grease an M10 x 80mm
Hex Bolt (24). Attach the Backrest Support (13) to
the Bench Frame (3) with the Hex Bolt and an
M10 Nylon Locknut (66). Do not overtighten the
Nylon Locknut; the Backrest Support must
pivot easily.
See step 8. Tighten the M6 x 47mm Screws (67).
8. Orient the Backrest Frames (12) so that the indi-
cated holes are closer to the tops of the Frames.
Apply some of the included grease to an M10 x
185mm Hex Bolt (63). Attach the Backrest
Support (13) between the Backrest Frames (12)
with the Hex Bolt and an M10 Nylon Locknut (66).
Do not overtighten the Nylon Locknut; the
Backrest Support must pivot easily.
Next, attach the Backrest (29) and the Headrest
(23) to the Backrest Frames (12) with six M6 x
55mm Screws (67) and six M6 Washers (68). Do
not tighten the Screws yet.
61 56
45
58
14
68
11
7
29
23
12
68
13
66
67
63—Grease
8
68
Holes
67
22
12
45
11
Tube
Grease
66
63
9
66
13
3
24
Grease

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10. Grease the outside of the barrel of an M10 x
70mm Bolt Set (59). Attach the Leg Lever (10) to
the Front Leg (9) with the Bolt Set. Donot over-
tighten the Bolt Set; the Leg Lever must pivot
easily.
11. Insert the Long Pad Tube (28) into the Front Leg
(9). Slide two Round Pads (17) with Pad Covers
(39) onto the Long Pad Tube. Then, press two
Pad Caps (38) into the Long Pad Tube.
Assemble the two Short Pad Tubes (18) to the
Leg Lever (10) in the same way.
12. Attach a Long Pin (32) to a Safety Spotter (6)
with an M4 x 16mm Screw (58). Next, attach a
Long Pin (32) to a Weight Rest (7) with an M4 x
16mm Screw (58).
Slide the Safety Spotter (6) onto an Upright (5) as
shown. Insert the Long Pin (32) into the Safety
Spotter and a hole in the Upright. Next, slide the
Weight Rest (7) onto the Upright. Insert the Long
Pin (32) into the Weight Rest and a hole in the
Upright. Make sure that the heads of the Long
Pins are on the outside of the weight bench.
Repeat this step on the other side of the
weight bench. Always set both Safety Spotters
(6) and both Weight Rests (7) at the same
height.
59
10
59
9
10
11
12
17
28
10
9
7
6
58
32
58
32
18
18
39
38
38 39
17
Grease
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