Gold's Gym GGBE08670 Owner's Manual

Model No. GGBE0867.0
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the
space above for future reference.

Serial Number Decal

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questions, or if parts are missing,

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THE STORE; please contact
Customer Care.

IMPORTANT: You must note the
product model number and
serial number (see the drawing
above) before contacting us:

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CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc­tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

ROTATING ON THE INVERSION SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

DEVELOPING A PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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 request a free replacement
decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.

Note: The decals may not be shown at 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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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: T

instructions in this manual and all warnings on your inversion system before using your inversion
system. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or
through the use of the inversion system.

1. Before beginning any exercise program, con­sult your physician. This is especially impor­tant for persons over the age of 35 or per­sons with pre-existing health problems.

2. Use the inversion system only as described
in this manual.

3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the inversion system are
adequately informed of all precautions.

4. The inversion system is intended for home
use only. Do not use the inversion system in
any commercial, rental, or institutional set­ting.

5. Keep the inversion system indoors, away
from moisture and dust. Do not put the inver­sion system in a garage or covered patio or
near water.

6. Use the inversion system only on a level sur­face. Cover the floor beneath the inversion
system to protect the floor.

7. Make sure that all parts are properly tight­ened each time the inversion system is used.
Replace any worn parts immediately.

8. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the inversion system at all times.

9. The inversion system is designed to support
a maximum user weight of 300 lbs. (136 kg).
Do not use weights with the inversion sys­tem.

10. Always wear athletic shoes with laces to help
secure your feet in the inversion system, and
for foot protection while exercising.

11. The inversion system should be used only by
persons 6 ft. 6 in. (198 cm) tall or less.

o reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and

12. Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts.

13. Always make sure that the ankle lock is
secured snugly against your ankles and that
the short knob is fully tightened before you
use the inversion system.

14. Perform all activities on the inversion system
in a slow, controlled manner. Aggressive
exercise can cause the inversion system to
tip over.

15. Always exercise with a partner.

should be ready to return the backrest to the
upright position if you cannot complete the
rotation.

16. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and cool down.

17. Following is a list of factors and conditions

that may make inverting inadvisable (this list
is not exhaustive; it is intended only for refer­ence). If one or more factors or conditions
apply to you, consult your physician before
using the inversion system.

• Pregnancy

• Hiatal hernia or ventral hernia

• Glaucoma, retinal detachment, or conjunc­tivitis

• High blood pressure, hypertension, or
recent stroke or transient ischemic attack

• Heart or circulatory disorders for which
you are being treated

• Middle ear infection and extreme obesity

• Spinal injury, cerebral sclerosis, or acutely
swollen joints

• Bone weakness (osteoporosis), recent
unhealed fractures, medullary pins, or sur­gically implanted orthopedic supports

• The use of anticoagulants, including high
doses of aspirin

Your partner

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

hank you for selecting the versatile GOLDʼS GYM

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INVERSION SYSTEM. The inversion system will
increase your intervertebral dimension, decrease pres­sure on intervertebral discs, stretch and relax your

uscles, and temporarily relieve back pain associated

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with the listed conditions.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the inversion system. 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.

ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS:
Height: 57 in. (145 cm)
Width: 28 in. (71 cm)
Depth: 49 in. (125 cm)

Pivot Bar

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he model number and the location of the serial num-

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ber decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.

To avoid a registration fee for any service needed

nder warranty, you must register the inversion

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system at
www.workoutwarehouse.com/registration.

Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.

Backrest

Adjustment Frame

Long Adjustment Knob

Ankle Lock

Foot Frame

Handle

Pin (under the Backrest)

Short Adjustment Knob

Link Bar

4

M8 Nylon

Locknut (54)

M4 x 15mm

Screw (61)

M8 x 45mm Button Bolt (43)

M8 x 20mm

Button Bolt (64)

M6 x 18mm

Button Screw (50)

M6 Flat

Washer (51)

M8 Flat

Washer (52)

M8 Curved Washer (53)

M8 x 15mm

Button Screw (47)

M8 x 50mm Button Bolt (58)

M6 x 37mm Bolt (65)

M6 Nylon

Locknut (55)

PART IDENTIFICATION CHART

ee the drawings below to identify small parts used in assembly. The number in parentheses by each drawing is

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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

Make Assembly Easier

This manual is designed to ensure that the
inversion system can be assembled successfully

y almost anyone. Most people find that if they

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set aside plenty of time, assembly goes smoothly.

Before beginning assembly, carefully read the
following information and instructions:

• To hire an authorized service technician to
assemble the inversion system in your home, call
1-800-445-2480.

For help identifying small parts, see the PART

•
IDENTIFICATION CHART on page 5.

• As you assemble the inversion system, make sure
that all parts are oriented as shown in the draw­ings.

• Tighten all parts as you assemble them, unless
instructed to do otherwise.

• In addition to the included hex key and
grease packets, assembly may require the follow­ing tools (not included):

one adjustable wrench

• Assembly requires two persons.

• Because of its weight and size, the inversion sys­tem should be assembled in the location where it
will be used. Make sure that there is enough
clearance to walk around the inversion system 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.

1.

Before beginning assembly, make sure
that you understand the information in
the box above.

Open the Front and Rear Legs (1, 2, 3), and
push down on the Link Bars (10, 11, 12) so
that they are straight across as shown.

one rubber mallet

one standard screwdriver

one Phillips screwdriver

Assembly will be more convenient if you have a
socket set, a set of open-end or closed-end
wrenches, or a set of ratchet wrenches.

1

3

12

10

1

12

3

11

2

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