ProForm 545S User Manual

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USER'S MANUAL

CAUTION

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

Model No. 831.285270
Serial No.

Serial
Number
Decal

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.,

HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

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

®

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

PART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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

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

MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

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

FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

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

tions before using the elliptical.

1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the elliptical.

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

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

4. Place the elliptical on a level surface, with a
mat beneath it to protect the floor or carpet.
Keep the elliptical indoors, away from mois­ture and dust.

5. Inspect and tighten all parts regularly.
Replace any worn parts immediately.

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

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

8. Wear appropriate clothing when using the
elliptical. Always wear athletic shoes for foot
protection.

9. When mounting and dismounting the ellipti­cal, always hold the handlebars or the T­handle and step onto and off the pedal that
is in the lowest position.

10. Each time you stop exercising on the
elliptical, allow the pedals to come to
a complete stop before dismounting.

11. Always keep your back straight when using
the elliptical. Do not arch your back.

12. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time
while exercising, stop immediately and
begin cooling down.

13. The elliptical is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use the elliptical in a commer­cial, rental, or institutional setting.

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. SEARS 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 PROFORM

®

545S low-impact elliptical exerciser. The 545S is an
incredibly smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a
natural elliptical path, minimizing the impact on your
knees and ankles. And the unique 545S features
adjustable resistance, upper-body and stationary han­dlebars, and a multi-mode exercise monitor to help
you get the most from your exercise. Welcome to a
whole new world of natural, elliptical-motion exercise
from PROFORM.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical. If you have additional ques-

tions, please call our toll-free HELPLINE at 1-800­736-6879, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7
p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays). To help us
assist you, please note the product model number
and serial number before calling. The model number
is 831.285270. The serial number can be found on a
decal attached to the elliptical trainer (see the front
cover of this manual for the location of the decal).

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

Resistance Knob

FRONT

BACK

LEFT SIDE

Pedal Arm

Pedal Disk

Side Shield

Pedal

Book Holder

Upright

Water Bottle Holder

(Bottle not included)

T-Handle

Handlebar

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PART IDENTIFICATION CHART

Use the chart below to identify the small parts used in
assembly. The number in parenthesis below each part
refers to the key number of the part, from the PART
LIST on page 14. The number after the dash indicates

the quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some small

parts may have been pre-attached for shipping. If
a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has
been pre-attached.

* Extra parts may be included.

M4 x 19mm Flange

Screw (9)—6

M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolt (47)—2

M4 x 16mm

Screw (16)—4

M6 x 16mm Button

Screw (54)—4

M6 Nylon

Locknut (55)—2

M10 x 68mm Carriage Bolt (60)—2

M10 Nylon

Locknut (29)—6

Nylon Spacer (39)—2

3/4” Axle Cap (43)—4*

Pedal Arm Spacer (41)—2*

5/8” Axle Cap (57)—2*