Image IMEL28050 Owner's Manual

odel No. IMEL2805.0

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CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc­tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manu
al for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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

IMAGE is a registered trademark of ICON IP

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, Inc.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-

tions before using the elliptical exerciser.

1. Read all instructions in this manual and all
warnings on the elliptical exerciser before
using the elliptical exerciser.

2. Use the elliptical exerciser only as described
in this manual.

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

4. The elliptical exerciser is for home use only.
Do not use the elliptical exerciser in a com­mercial, rental, or institutional setting.

5. Keep the elliptical exerciser indoors, away
from moisture and dust. Place the elliptical
exerciser on a level surface, with a mat
beneath it to protect the floor or carpet.
Make sure that there is enough clearance
around the elliptical exerciser to mount, dis­mount, and use the elliptical exerciser.

6. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regular­ly. Replace any worn parts immediately.

ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general.

11. Always keep your back straight when using
the elliptical exerciser; do not arch your back.

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

13. When you stop exercising, allow the pedals
to slowly come to a stop.

14. The decal shown below has been placed on
the elliptical exerciser. If the decal is miss­ing, or if it is not legible, please call the toll­free telephone number on the front cover of
this manual and order a free replacement
decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.

7. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the elliptical exerciser at all
times.

8. Wear appropriate clothing when exercising;
do not wear loose clothing that could
become caught on the elliptical exerciser.
Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec­tion.

9. The elliptical exerciser should not be used
by persons weighing more than 250
pounds.

10. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move-

WARNING:Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician.

This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health prob­lems. Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or
property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for selecting the new IMAGE®8.5

lliptical exerciser. The IMAGE 8.5 is an incredibly

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smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a natural
elliptical path, minimizing the impact on your knees
and ankles. And the unique IMAGE 8.5 features
adjustable resistance and a state-of-the-art console to
help you get the most from your exercise.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical exerciser.

tions after reading this manual, see the front cover of
this manual. To help us assist you, please note the

Handgrip
Pulse Sensor

Handlebar

If you have ques-

product model number and serial number before call-

ng. The model number is IMEL2805.0. The serial

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number can be found on a decal attached to the exer­cise cycle (see the front cover of this manual).

To avoid a registration fee for any service needed
under warranty, you must register the elliptical
exerciser at www.iconservice.com/registration.

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

Console

Water Bottle Holder*

FRONT

Wheel

Leveling Foot

LEFT SIDE

*No water bottle is included

Pedal

Flex Bar

Pedal Disk

BACK

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ASSEMBLY

M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolt (34)–4

M10 x 88mm Button Screw (63)–1

M10 x 78mm Button Bolt (27)–2

M4 x 16mm

Screw (66)–4

M10 Nylon

Locknut (29)–6

M8 Nylon

Locknut (46)–4

M10 Split

Washer (70)–3

Frame Spacer (83)–1

M8 x 45mm Button Bolt (50)–4

M10 x 35mm Carriage

Bolt (20)–2

M4 x 22mm

Screw (93)–2

M10

Washer (38)–6

M8.5

Washer (53)–2

Wave Washer

(95)–2

M8 x 25mm Patch

Screw (22)–2

o hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser, call toll-free 1-800-445-2480.

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ssembly requires two persons.Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the

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packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the
included allen wrenches, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , an adjustable
wrench , and a rubber mallet .

As you assemble the elliptical exerciser, use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly.
The number in parenthesis below each drawing refers to the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on
page 22. The second number refers to the quantity needed for assembly.

been pre-assembled. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-assembled.

Note: Some small parts may have

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1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (3). While another person
lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front

tabilizer to the Frame with two M10 x 112mm

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Carriage Bolts (34) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (29).

ake sure that the Front Stabilizer is turned so the

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Wheels (32) are not touching the floor.

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32

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2. While another person lifts the back of the Frame (1),
attach the Rear Stabilizer (4) to the Frame with two
M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolts (34) and two M10 Nylon
Locknuts (29).

3. While another person holds the Upright (2) in the posi­tion shown, connect the Upper Wire Harness (86) to
the Lower Wire Harness (87). Carefully pull the

upper end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove
any slack. While holding the upper end of the
Upper Wire Harness, insert the Upright into the

Frame (1). Do not pinch the Wire Harnesses.

Slide an M10 Split Washer (70) and a Frame Spacer
(83) onto an M10 x 88mm Button Screw (63). Insert
the Button Bolt into the Frame (1) and the Upright (2).

Make sure that the concave end of the Frame
Spacer is turned toward the Frame. Do not tighten
the Button Bolt yet.

Attach the W
(2) with two M4 x 22mm Screws (93).

ater Bottle Holder (91) to the Upright

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29

4

29

1

3

91

2

63

70

Make sure the

wire harnesses

do not get

pinched and

damaged during

this step.

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86

87

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4. While another person holds the Console (5) in the
position shown, connect the wire harness on the
Console to the Upper Wire Harness (86). Insert the
excess wire harness into the Upright (2). Next, attach
the Console to the Upright with four M4 x 16mm
Screws (66). Be careful to avoid pinching the wire

harnesses.

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4

5

Make sure the

wire harnesses

do not get

pinched and

damaged during

this step.

Harness

66

66

Wire

86

2

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5. The Console (5) requires four “D” batteries (not includ­ed); alkaline batteries are recommended. Remove the

ndicated screw from the battery drawer, and pull the

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battery drawer open. Insert four batteries into the bat-

ery drawer; m

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ed as shown by the markings inside the battery
drawer.

screw. Note: When the batteries are installed correctly,
the fan will turn on for a moment.

ake sure that the batteries are orient-

Close the battery drawer and reattach the

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5

Screw

Batteries

Battery
Drawer

6. Identify the Left Handlebar (9), which is marked with a
sticker. Insert the Left Handlebar into one of the
Handlebar Legs (79); make sure that the Handlebar

Leg is turned so the hexagonal holes are on the
indicated side

Handlebar Leg with two M8 x 45mm Button Bolts (50)
and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (46). Make sure that the

Nylon Locknuts are inside of the hexagonal holes.
Do not tighten the Button Bolts yet.

Apply a generous amount of the included grease to the
Pivot Axle (97) and to the two M8.5 Washers (53). Next,
insert the Pivot Axle into the Upright (2) and centre it.
Reapply grease to both ends of the Pivot Axle.

Slide a Handlebar Spacer (25) onto the short tube on
the Left Handlebar (9), and rotate the Handlebar Spacer
so the small arrow is pointing toward the floor. Next,
slide the Left Handlebar onto the
Axle (97). Finger tighten an M8 x 25mm Patch Screw
(22) with an M8.5 Washer (53) and a Wave Washer (95)
into the end of the Pivot Axle. Then, press the small tabs
on a Handlebar Cap (23) into the Handlebar Spacer.

Assemble the Right Handlebar (not shown) and the other
Handlebar Leg (not shown) in the same way.

. Attach the Left Handlebar to the

left end of the Pivot

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95

Grease

Tube

Arrow

Hexagonal

79

46

Holes

25

97

2

9

53

22

23

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ighten both M8 x 25mm Patch Screws (22) at the same

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time.

7. Hold the lower end of the left Handlebar Leg (79) inside
of the left Front Flex Bracket (17). Apply a small
amount of grease to an M10 x 78mm Button Bolt (27).
Attach the left Handlebar Leg to the left Front Flex
Bracket with the Button Bolt, two M10 Washers (38),
and an M10 Nylon Locknut (29). Do not overtighten

the Nylon Locknut; the left Handlebar Leg must be
able to pivot freely.

Attach the right Handlebar Leg (79) to the right Front
Flex Bracket (17) in the same way

ighten the M8 x 45mm Button Bolts (50)

See step 6.
in the Handlebar Legs (79). See step 3. Tighten the
M10 x 88mm Button Screw (63).

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7

79

27

Grease

38

17

38

79

29

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8. Identify the Left Pedal (13). Attach the Left Pedal to the
left Flex Bar (14) with an M10 x 35mm Carriage Bolt

20), an M10 Washer (38), an M10 Split Washer (70),

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and a Pedal Knob (15) as shown. Note: The Left Pedal

an be attached in any of five positions (see HOW TO

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ADJUST THE PEDALS on page 9).

Attach the Right Pedal (not shown) in the same way.
Make sure that both Pedals are in the same position.

9. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical exerciser are properly tightened. Note: Some hardware may be
left over after assembly is completed. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the ellip­tical exerciser.

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20

13

4

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38

70

15

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