Summary of Contents for Gold's Gym Platinum GGBE2558.0
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Model No. GGBE2558.0 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. Serial Number Decal (under seat) QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete cus- tomer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if parts are missing, PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE STORE;...
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.
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 the weight bench.
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.
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.
ASSEMBLY 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. Before beginning assembly, carefully read the fol- lowing information and instructions: •...
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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).
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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.
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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). 8.
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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. Do not over- tighten the Bolt Set; the Leg Lever must pivot easily.
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13. Attach the Short Pin (37) to the Curl Bar Frame (15) with an M4 x 16mm Screw (58). Attach the Curl Bar Bumper (53) to the Curl Bar Frame (15) with an M4 x 16mm Screw (58). Attach the Curl Bar Tube (26), with the small holes toward the bottom, to the Curl Bar Frame (15) with an M10 x 70mm Button Screw (60), an M10 Split Washer (55), an M10 Washer (64), and...
ADJUSTMENT This section explains how to adjust the weight bench. See the EXERCISE GUIDELINES on page 15 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 several exercises. Make sure all parts are properly tightened each time the weight bench is used.
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ATTACHING THE CURL PAD To use the Curl Pad (16), insert the Curl Post (8) into the Front Leg (9) and secure the Curl Post with the Curl Knob (47). Firmly tighten the Curl Knob. ATTACHING THE CURL BAR Attach the Curl Bar Frame (15) to the Leg Lever (10) with the Short Pin (37).
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ADJUSTING THE SAFETY SPOTTERS Before using your barbell (not included), set the Safety Spotters (6) at the lowest point to which you want your barbell to move. To do this, hold a Safety Spotter (6) and pull out the Long Pin (32). Move the Safety Spotter to the desired height, and reengage the Long Pin into the Safety Spotter and the Upright (5).
EXERCISE GUIDELINES THE FOUR BASIC TYPES OF WORKOUTS Muscle Building To increase the size and strength of your muscles, push them close to their maximum capacity. Your mus- cles will continually adapt and grow as you progres- sively increase the intensity of your exercise. You can adjust the intensity level of an individual exercise in two ways: •...
The repetitions in each set should be performed smoothly and without pausing. The exertion stage of each repetition should last about half as long as the return stage. Proper breathing is important. Exhale during the exertion stage of each repetition and inhale during the return stroke.
PART LIST—Model No. GGBE2558.0 Key No. Qty. Description Base Storage Base Bench Frame Center Frame Upright Safety Spotter Weight Rest Curl Post Front Leg Leg Lever Seat Frame Backrest Frame Backrest Support Seat Curl Bar Frame Curl Pad Round Pad Short Pad Tube M10 x 90mm Hex Bolt Handlebar...
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to pro- vide the following information when contacting us: • the model number and serial number of the product (see the front cover of the manual) •...
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