ProForm 831.215220 User Manual

Patent Pending

Model No. 831.215220
Serial No.

BIKE EXERCISER

Write the serial number in the
space above for reference.

Serial Number Decal

(beneath stabilizer)

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Part List and Drawing

User ’s Manual

CAUTION

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

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL

60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

MAINTENANCE

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

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

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

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

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

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

tions before using the exercise cycle.

1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the exercise cycle.

2. Use the exercise cycle only as described in
this manual.

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

4. The exercise cycle is intended for home use
only. Do not use the exercise cycle in
a commercial, rental, or institutional setting.

Place the exercise cycle indoors on a level

5.
surface. Keep the exercise cycle away from
moisture and dust. Place a mat
exercise cycle to protect the floor.

Inspect and properly tighten all parts regular

6.
ly. Replace any worn parts immediately.

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

under the

9. Wear appropriate clothes when exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the exercise cycle. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.

10.The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move­ment, 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 exercise cycle; do not arch your back.

If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,

12.
stop immediately and cool down.

The exercise cycle does not have a free

13.

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wheel; the pedals will continue to move until
the flywheel stops.

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The decal shown on page 3 has been placed

Keep children under the age of 12 and pets

7.
away from the exercise cycle at all times.

The exercise cycle should not be used by

8.
persons weighing more than 250 pounds.

14.
on the exercise cycle. If the decal is missing,
or if it is not legible, please call toll-free
1-888-533-1333 and order a free replacement
decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.

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 new PROFORM®XP
90 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effective
exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building
endurance, and toning the entire body. The PRO­FORM XP
array of features to let you enjoy this healthful exer­cise in the convenience and privacy of your home.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the exercise cycle. If you have questions

90 exercise cycle offers an impressive

Book Holder
Console
Fan

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

after reading this manual, please call 1-800-4-MY­HOME®(1-800-469-4663). To help us assist you,
please note the product model number and serial
number before calling. The model number is

831.215220.
decal attached to the exercise cycle (see the front
cover of this manual).

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

The serial number can be found on a

Backrest

Seat

REAR

Wheel

Leveling Foot

Pedal/Strap

Handlebar

Seat Lever

RIGHT SIDE

3

ASSEMBLY

M8 Nylon

Locknut (49)–4

M10 Nylon

Locknut (72)–4

M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolt (76)–4

M4 x 12mm

Screw (41)–6

M4 x 20mm

Screw (56)–1

M8 Split

Washer (55)–9

M6 Washer

(66)–4

M8 x 19mm Button

Screw (40)–5

M6 x 16mm Button

Screw (8)–4

M6 x 20mm Button

Screw (63)–3

M8 x 38mm

Button Bolt (58)–4

M8 x 16mm Button

Screw (61)–4

Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the exercise cycle in a cleared area and remove the packing
materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.

Assembly requires the included tools and your own adjustable wrench and Phillips
screwdriver .

Use the drawings below to identify the small parts used for assembly. The number in parenthesis below each
drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 21. The number following the key number is
the quantity needed for assembly.

the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-assembled. If a part is m issi ng, c all toll -fr ee 1 -888 -53 3-13 33.

Note: Some s mal l pa rts may have been pre-assembled. If a part is not in

1. Orient the Rear Stabilizer (16) as shown. While another
person lifts the Frame Rail (52), attach the Rear
Stabilizer to the Leg (20) with two M10 x 112mm
Carriage Bolts (76) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (72).

1

76

4

52

20

16

72

2. Orient the Front Stabilizer (15) as shown. While another
person lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front
Stabilizer to the Frame with two M10 x 112mm
Carriage Bolts (76) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (72).

2

76

15

1

72

3. Attach the Frame Rail (52) to the Frame (1) with two
M8 x 19mm Button Screws (40) and two M8 Split
Washers (55). Be careful to avoid damaging the Side

Shields (26, 27).

4. While another person holds the Upright (2) in the posi-

tion shown, connect the Upper Wire Harness (42) to
the Lower Wire Harness (43). Gently pull the upper
end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove any slack
from the Wire Harnesses.

Slide the Upright (2) onto the top of the Frame (1) as
shown. Attach the Upright with three M8 x 19mm
Button Screws (40) and three M8 Split Washers (55).

Be careful to avoid pinching the Wire Harnesses
(42, 43).

3

26

4

Make sure the

wire harnesses

do not get

pinched and

damaged during

this step.

40

1

55

27

40

55

52

2

42

43

40

55

55

40

1

5

5. Orient the Seat Carriage Assembly (10) as shown.

Attach the Seat Carriage Assembly to the Seat
Bracket (1
and four M8 Split Washers (55).

Attach a Handlebar (3) to the Seat Bracket (11) with
two M8 x 38mm Button Bolts (58) and two M8 Nylon
Locknuts (49).

are resting in the hexagonal holes in the front of
the Handlebar.

1) with four M8 x 16mm Button Screws (61)

Make sure that the Nylon Locknuts

5

61

3

11

55

61

49

55

Attach the other Handlebar (3) to the Seat Bracket
(11) in the same way.

6. Attach the Seat (9) to the Seat Bracket (11) with four

M6 x 16mm Button Screws (8) and four M6 Washers
(66).

7. Attach the Backrest (31) to the Seat Bracket (11) with

three M6 x 20mm Button Screws (63).

55

61

3

6

7

9

11

66

31

58

10

66

8

8

1

1

63

63

6

Push down the seat lever (not shown) on the right side

8.

of the Seat Carriage Assembly (10), slide the Seat
Carriage Assembly into the Frame Rail (52), and then
pull the seat lever back up.

8

56

Attach a Bumper (51) to the Frame Rail (52) with an
M4 x 20mm Screw (56). Next, press the Frame Rail
Endcap (50) into the end of the Frame Rail.

9. The Console (4) requires four 1.5V “D” batteries (not

included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
Remove the two battery covers from the Console.
Next, insert four batteries into the battery compart­ments. Make sure that the batteries are oriented as

shown by the diagrams inside of the battery com­partments. Then, reattach the battery covers to the

Console.
Attach the Book Holder (23) to the Console (4) with

two M4 x 12mm Screws (41) as shown.

51

52

Seat

Lever

10

50

9

Battery
Covers

23

41

Batteries

10. While another person holds the Console (4) in the

position shown, connect the wire harness on the
Console to the Upper Wire Harness (42). Insert the
excess wire harness down into the Upright (2).

Attach the Console (4) to the Upright (2) with four M4
x 12mm Screws (41). Be careful to avoid pinching

the wire harnesses.

10

41

4

4

41

42

Wire

Harness

2

7

11. Identify the Left Pedal (22), which is marked with an

“L.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Left Pedal
Pulley (29). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clock-
wise into the right arm on the Pulley. Important:

Tighten both Pedals as firmly as possible. After
using the exercise cycle for one week, retighten
the Pedals. For best performance, t he P e da l s m us t
be kept tightened.

Adjust the Left Pedal Strap (25) to the desired posi­tion, and press the end of the Left Pedal Strap onto
the tab on the Left Pedal (22).

Adjust the Right Pedal Strap (not shown) in the
same way.

12. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise cycle. Note: After assembly is

completed, some extra parts may be left over. Place a mat beneath the exercise cycle to protect the floor.

counterclockwise into the left arm on the

11

25

Tab

29

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HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE

HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT

For effective exer­cise, the seat
should be in the
proper position. As
you pedal, there
should be a slight
bend in your knees
when the pedals
are all of the way

o adjust

forward.
the seat, push the
seat lever down,
slide the seat for
ward or backward, and then firmly pull the seat lever
back up.

T

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Seat Lever

HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS

To adjust the pedal
straps, first pull the
ends of the straps
off the tabs on the
pedals. Adjust the
straps to the
desired position,
and then press the
ends of the straps
back onto the tabs.

Pedal

Strap

Tab

8