ProForm PFEL012110 User Manual

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Model No. PFEL01211.0 Serial No.

Write the serial number in the space above for reference.

Serial Number Decal

(on underside

of frame)

QUESTIONS?

If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, DO NOT

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USERʼS MANUAL

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CAUTION

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

MPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

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

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

HOW TO USE THE CHEST HEART RATE MONITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

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

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

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT

This drawing shows the location(s) of the warning decal(s). If a decal is missing or

illegible, see the front cover of this manual and request a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The decal(s) may not be

shown at actual size.

PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and

nstructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical before using your elliptical. ICON

i assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

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

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

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

6. Place the elliptical on a level surface, with at least 3 ft. (0.9 m) of clearance in the front and rear of the elliptical and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each side. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the elliptical.

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

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

9. The elliptical should not be used by persons weighing more than 375 lbs. (170 kg).

10. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising; do not wear loose clothes that could become caught on the elliptical. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protection while exercising.

11. Hold the handlebars or the upper body arms when mounting, dismounting, or using the elliptical.

12. The heart rate monitor is not a medical device. Various factors may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The heart rate monitor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general.

13. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the pedals will continue to move until the flywheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed in a controlled way.

14. Keep your back straight while using the elliptical; do not arch your back.

15. Over exercising may result in serious injury or death. If you feel faint or if you experience pain while exercising, stop immediately and cool down.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM

RO 1500 elliptical. The PRO 1500 elliptical provides

P an impressive selection of features designed to make your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable.

manual. To help us assist you, note the product model

umber and serial number before contacting us. The

n model number and the location of the serial number decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.

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

reading this manual, please see the front cover of this

Length: 6 ft. 9 in. (175 cm) Width: 2 ft. 2 in. (66 cm)

Upper Body Arm

Fan

Water Bottle Holder*

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

Console

Heart Rate Monitor

Pedal

Ramp

Wheel

Roller

*Water bottle is not included

ASSEMBLY

M8 x 35mm

Bolt (96)–4

M10 x 75mm Patch

Screw (119)–2

M10 x 90mm Patch

Screw (84)–2

M8 Locknut

(102)–4

Wave Washer

(95)–4

M8 x 25mm

Washer (98)–6

M8 Star

Washer (122)–4

#8 x 1/2"

Screw (124)–4

M8 x 16mm Patch

Screw (120)–6

M8 x 19mm Patch

Screw (82)–4

M6 x 10mm Patch

Screw (121)–8

#8 x 3/4"

Screw (123)–11

To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical, call 1-800-445-2480.

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

materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.

In addition to the included tool(s), assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver , an adjustable wrench , and a rubber mallet .

See the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. The number in parentheses below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The number following the key number is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if

it has been preassembled. To avoid damaging parts, do not use power tools for assembly.

To make assembly easier, read the

nformation on page 5 before you begin.

emove the screws (not shown) and the ship-

R ping bracket (not shown) from the front of the Frame (1). Discard the screws.

With the help of a second person, place the shipping bracket (not shown) under the front of the Frame (1). Have the second person hold

the Frame to prevent it from tipping while you complete this step.

Attach the Front Stabilizer (6) to the Frame with two M10 x 90mm Patch Screws (84). Then, remove and discard the shipping bracket (not shown).

2. Orient the Front Stabilizer Cover (8) as shown.

Press the Mounts (117) on the Front Stabilizer Cover (8) into the Frame (1). Then, press the Front Stabilizer Cover into place.

3. Remove the screws (not shown) and the shipping bracket (not shown) from the rear of the Frame (1). Discard the screws.

With the help of a second person, place the shipping bracket (not shown) under the rear of the Frame (1). Have the second person hold

the Frame to prevent it from tipping while you complete this step.

Orient the Rear Stabilizer (5) so that the welded tubes are in the locations shown.

117

Attach the Rear Stabilizer (5) to the Frame (1) with two M10 x 75mm Patch Screws (119).

Then, remove and discard the shipping bracket (not shown).

119

Welded Tubes

4. Orient the Rear Stabilizer Cover (2) as shown.

Press the Mounts (117) on the Rear Stabilizer

over (2) into the Frame (1). Then, press the

C Rear Stabilizer Cover into place.

117

5. Have a second person hold the Upright (4) near the Frame (1).

See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in the lower end of the Upright (4). Tie the wire tie to the Main Wire (110). Then, pull the upper end of the wire tie until the Main Wire is routed through the Upright.

Tip: To prevent the Main Wire (110) from falling into the Upright (4), secure the Main Wire with the wire tie.

6. Tip: Avoid pinching the Main Wire (110). Set the Upright (4) on the Frame (1).

Attach the Upright (4) with four M8 x 19mm Patch Screws (82) and four M8 Star Washers (122).

110

Wire

Tie

Wire

Tie

110

Avoid pinching the

Main Wire (110)

122

7. Orient the Lower Upright Cover (56) as shown.

Press the Lower Upright Cover (56) into the

hield Cover (75).

8. Identify the Left and Right Inner Covers (55,

68), which are marked with “Left” and “Right” stickers, and orient them as shown.

Slide the Left Inner Cover (55) onto the left side of the Upright (4). Then, slide the Right Inner Cover (68) onto the right side of the Upright.

9. Using a small plastic bag to keep your fingers clean, apply some of the included grease to the Pivot Axle (35) and to two Wave Washers (95).

Insert the Pivot Axle (35) through the Upright (4)

nd then center it. Tip: It may be helpful to

use a rubber mallet.

Identify the Right Upper Body Arm (61), which is marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as shown.

Avoid pinching

the wires

Grease

Tip: Avoid pinching the Right Control Wire (41). Slide a Wave Washer (95) and the Right

Upper Body Arm (61) onto the right side of the Pivot Axle (35).

Insert the Right Control Wire (41) through the Right Inner Cover (68) as shown.

Repeat this step for the Left Upper Body Arm (not shown).

10. Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Tighten an M8 x 16mm Patch Screw (120) and an M8 x 25mm Washer (98) into each end of the Pivot Axle (35)

at the same time.

Avoid pinching

the wires

120

11. Identify the Right Pedal (49) and the Right Pedal Arm (58), which are marked with “Right” stickers, and orient them as shown.

Attach the Right Pedal (49) to the Right Pedal Arm (58) with four M6 x 10mm Patch Screws (121).

Repeat this step for the Left Pedal (not shown) and the Left Pedal Arm (not shown).

121

12. Orient the Left Pedal Arm (44) as shown.

Apply grease to the axle on the Left Pedal Arm (44).

Attach the Left Pedal Arm (44) to the Left Roller Arm (12) with an M8 x 16mm Patch Screw (120), a Roller Arm Cover (81), and an M8 x 25mm Washer (98).

Repeat this step for the Right Pedal Arm (not shown).

Grease

120

13. Apply grease to a Pedal Arm Axle (36) and to a Wave Washer (95).

rient an Upper Body Leg (46) as shown.

O Note: For clarity, the Right Upper Body Arm (61)

s not shown in this step.

Insert the Pedal Arm Axle (36) through the Right Pedal Arm (58), the Wave Washer (95), and the Upper Body Leg (46).

Next, insert a hex key into the M8 x 16mm Patch Screw (120) in the Pedal Arm Axle (36).

Using a second hex key, tighten another M8 x 16mm Patch Screw (120), an Axle Cover (53), and an M8 x 25mm Washer (98) into the other end of the Pedal Arm Axle (36).

Repeat this step on the other side of the elliptical.

14. Insert the Right Upper Body Arm (61) into the right Upper Body Leg (46).

Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (61) with two M8 x 35mm Bolts (96) and two M8 Locknuts (102). Make sure that the Locknuts are in the

hexagonal holes.

Repeat this step for the Left Upper Body Arm (47) and the other Upper Body Leg (46).

120

Grease

120

Hexagonal

Holes

102

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