Proform PFEL45011 Owner’s Manual

Model No. PFEL45011 Serial No.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 20

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES ............................................................ 21

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

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

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

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

PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

'_ WARN ING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-

tions before using the elliptical crosstrainer.

1. Read all instructions in this manual before using the elliptical crosstrainer, handlebars when mounting, dismounting, or

It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of the elliptical crosstrainer 9. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.

are adequately informed of aJlprecautions. Various factors may affect the accuracy of

3. Place the elliptical crosstrainer on a level surface, with a mat beneath it to protect the

floor or carpet. Keep the elliptical crosstrain- er indoors, away from moisture and dust.

4. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-

larly. Replace any worn parts immediately. 11. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time

5. Keep children under 12 and pets away from begin cooling down. the elliptical crosstrainer at all times.

6. The elliptical crosstrainer should not be used to slowly come to a stop. by persons weighing more than 250 pounds.

7. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when home use only. Do not use the elliptical using the elliptical crosstrainer. Always wear crosstrainer in a commercial, rental, or insti-

athletic shoes for foot protection, tutional setting.

8. Always hold the handgrip pulse sensor or the

using the elliptical crosstrainer.

heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is intended only as an exercise aid in determin-

ing heart rate trends in general.

10. Keep your back straight when using the ellip- tical crosstrainer; do not arch your back.

while exercising, stop immediately and

12. When you stop exercising, allow the pedals

13. The elliptical crosstrainer is intended for

A 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 prob-

lems. Read all instruction s before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM '_ 900 CARDIO CROSSTRAINER. The PROFORM ®900

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 PROFORM '_ 900 features adjustable resistance and a state-of-the- art console to help you get the most from your exer- cise. Welcome to a whole new world of natural, ellipti-

cal-motion exercise from PROFORM

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before you use the PROFORM _'900. If you have additional

Bookrack

Handlebar

questions, please call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please note the product model number and serial number before calling. The model number is PFEL45011. The

serial number can be found on a decal attached to the elliptical crosstrainer (see the front cover of this man-

ual for the location of the decal).

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

Water Bottle Holder*

Console

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

FRONT

Pedal

Wheel

Pedal Spring

BACK

Pedal Disk

LEFT SIDE

*No water bottle

is included

ASSEMBLY

Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer 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 allen wrenches, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver __, an adjustable wrench __ and a rubber mallet _

As you assemble the elliptical crosstrainer, 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 used in assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been pre-assembled for shipping. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-assembled.

M8 Nylon M10 Nylon MI0 Split Handlebar

Locknut (38)-4 Locknut (33)---4 Washer (59)-6 Washer (55)-2

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M4 x 16mm

Screw (52)-2 M6 x 25mm

Screw (7)-1

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M8 x 19mm Button

Screw (56)-2

M8 x 45ram Button Screw (50)---4

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MI 0 x 27mm

Patch Screw (40)-2

MI 0 x 27mm

Screw (67)-6

1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (10), which has Wheels (22) attached to it. While another person lifts the front of the

Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame

with two M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolts (34) and two

M10 Nylon Locknuts (33). Make sure that the Front

Stabilizer is turned so the Wheels are not touching the floor,

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M10 x 27mm

Pedal Bolt (80)-2 Spring Bracket

MI 0 Bolt Set (74)-2

M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolt (34)---4

Washer (35)-2

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2. WhileanotherpersonliftsthebackoftheFrame(1), attachtheRearStabilizer(9)totheFramewithtwo

M10x75mmCarriageBolts(34)andtwoM1ONylon Locknuts(33).

3. WhileanotherpersonholdstheUpright(2)intheposi- tionshown,connecttheExtensionWireHarness(44) totheWireHarness(79).Carefullypullthe upper

end of the Extension Wire Harness to remove any slack. While holding the upper end of the

Extension Wire Harness, insert the Upright into the Frame (1). Do not pinch the Wire Harnesses.

Next, turn the Upright Knob (43) counterclockwise sev-

eral turns. Pull the Knob, slide the Upright (2) down

until the Knob is aligned with one of the four adjust- ment holes, and then release the Knob. Do not tighten

the Knob yet.

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Make sure the

Wire Harnesses

(44, 79) do not get pinched and damaged during

this step.

Feed the upper end of the Extension Wire Harness (44)

through the Upright Extension (73). Attach the Upright

Extension to the Upright (2) with three M10 x 27mm Button Screws (67) and three M10 Split Washers (59).

4. Connect the wire harness on the Handgrip Pulse Sensor (29) to the indicated wire harness on the Console (23). Insert both wire harnesses into the open- ing in the bottom of the Console. Next, insert the metal

tube on the Handgrip Pulse Sensor into the opening in the bottom of the Console. Be careful not to pinch

the wire harnesses.

Refer to the inset drawing. Align the holes in the brack-

et on the Console (23) with the holes in the metal tube on the Handgrip Pulse Sensor (29). Tighten two M4 x

16mm Screws (52) through the bracket into the tube as

shown.

5. The Console (23) requires four "D" batteries (not included); alkaline batteries are recommended. Press

the tab on the battery cover, and lift off the battery cover. Insert four batteries into the battery compart-

ment. Make sure that the batteries are oriented as

shown by the diagram inside the battery compart-

ment. Reattach the battery cover.

Bracket

Tube

Wire Harnesses

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Batteries,

6. While another person holds the Console (23) in the position shown, connect the wire harness on the

Console to the Extension Wire Harness (44). Insert the

excess wire harness into the Upright Extension (73).

Attach the Console (23) to the Upright Extension (73) with three M10 x 27mm Button Screws (67) and three

M10 Split Washers (59). Be careful to avoid pinch- ing the wire harnesses.

Snap the bookrack onto the Console (87) where shown.

7. Identify the Left Handlebar (6), which is marked with a

sticker. Insert the Left Handlebar into one of the

Handlebar Legs (5); make sure that the Handlebar

Leg is turned so the hexagonal holes are on the

indicated side. Attach the Left Handlebar to the

Handlebar Leg with two M8 x 45mm Button Bolts (50)

and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (38). Make sure that the

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

Apply a small amount of the included grease to the left and right axles on the Upright (2).

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Make sure that there are two Small Handlebar Bushings (49) in the Left Handlebar (6). Carefully slide

an Upright Spacer (48), a Handlebar Spacer (47), the

Left Handlebar, and a Handlebar Cap (46) onto the left

axle on the Upright (2) as shown. Slide a Handlebar Washer (55) onto an M8 x 19mm Button Screw (56), and

tighten the Button Screw into the axle.

Assemble the Right Handlebar (8) and the other

Handlebar Leg (5) in the same way.

8. Identify the left Pedal Spring (11), which is marked with

a sticker. Attach the Left Pedal (13) to the left Pedal Spring with an M10 x 27mm Pedal Bolt (80), an M10 Washer (78), and a Pedal Knob (81) as shown. Note: The Left Pedal can be attached in any of five positions (see HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDALS AND THE

UPRIGHT on page 9).

Attach the Right Pedal (not shown) in the same way.

Make sure that both Pedals are in the same position.

9. Apply a small amount of grease to the axle on the left

Disc Crossbar (16). Slide a Spring Spacer (63) and the Left Rear Spring Bracket (12) on the left Pedal Spring

(11) onto the axle. Next, slide a Spring Bracket Washer (35) onto an M10 x 27mm Patch Screw (40), and tight- en the Patch Screw into the axle.

Next, hold the lower end of the Handlebar Leg (5)

inside of the Front Spring Bracket (76) on the left Pedal Spring (11). Apply grease to an M10 Bolt Set (74).

Attach the Handlebar Leg to the Front Spring Bracket (76) with the Bolt Set. Do not overtighten the Bolt

Set; the Left Handlebar must be able to pivot freely.

Attach the right Pedal Spring (not shown) to the right side of the elliptical crosstrainer in the same way.

Tighten the M6 x 25mm Screw (7) into the Upright (2). Turn the Upright Knob (43) clockwise until it is tight.

Refer to step 7. Tighten the M8 x 45mm Button Bolts

(50) in the Handlebar Legs (5).

10. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer 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 crosstrainer.

INSTALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR

If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (refer to page 19), follow the steps below to install the receiver and the short jumper wire included with the chest pulse sensor.

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1. Remove the four indicated screws from the back of the

Console (23). Lift off the front of the Console.

2. Plug the short jumper wire (A) into the indicated jack on the Console (23). Connect the other end of the short

jumper wire to the wire on the receiver (B). Note: The

included long jumper wire is not needed.

Next, peel the paper off the adhesive pad on the back of the receiver (B). Orient the receiver as shown, and press it onto the Console (23) in the indicated location.

Refer to step 1 above. Reattach the front of the Console (23) with the four screws. Make sure that no

wires are pinched.

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