ProForm PFEL45013 User Manual

Model No. PFEL45013

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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 IP, Inc.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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

tions before using the elliptical crosstrainer.

Read all instructions in this manual before

1. using the elliptical crosstrainer.

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

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

Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-

4. larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.

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

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

7. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when using the elliptical crosstrainer. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protection.

Always hold the handgrip pulse sensor or the

8. handlebars when mounting, dismounting, or using the elliptical crosstrainer.

9. The pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors 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.

10. Keep your back straight when using the elliptical crosstrainer; do not arch your back.

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

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

13. The elliptical crosstrainer is intended for home use only. Do not use the elliptical crosstrainer 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. 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 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-theart console to help you get the most from your exercise.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before you use the PROFORM®900. If you have questions

after reading this manual, please call our Customer

Bookrack

Handlebar

. The PROFORM 900

Service Department toll-free at 1-888-533-1333, Monday through Friday Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please note the product model number and serial number before calling. The model number is PFEL45013. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the elliptical crosstrainer (see the front cover of this manual 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

, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain

FRONT

Pedal

Wheel

Pedal Spring

BACK

Pedal Disk

LEFT SIDE

*No water bottle is included

ASSEMBLY

M4 x 16mm

Screw (52)–2

M10 x 27mm

Button Screw (67)–6

M10

Washer (78)–2

M10 Split

Washer (59)–8

M10 Nylon

Locknut (33)–4

M10 x 29mm

Pedal Bolt (80)–2

M10 Bolt Set (74)–2

M6 x 25mm

Screw (7)–1

Washer (55)–2

Spring Bracket Washer (35)–2

M8 Nylon

Locknut (38)–4

M8 x 45mm Button Screw (50)–4

M10 x 27mm

Patch Screw (40)–2

M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolt (34)–4

Wave Washer

(84)–2

M8 x 25mm Patch

Screw (56)–2

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 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.

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

Note: Some small parts may have been

, an adjustable

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.

2. While another person lifts the back of the Frame (1),

attach the Rear Stabilizer (9) to the Frame with two M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolts (34) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (33).

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

tion shown, connect the Extension Wire Harness (44) to the Wire Harness (79). Carefully pull the upper

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

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

Next, turn the Upright Knob (43) counterclockwise several turns. Pull the Knob, slide the Upright (2) down until the Knob is aligned with one of the four adjustment holes, and then release the Knob. Do not tighten the Knob yet.

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 opening 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.

insert the Upright into the

Bracket

Tube

Make sure the

Wire Harnesses

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

this step.

Adjustment

Holes

See the inset drawing. Align the holes in the bracket 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.

The Console (23) requires four “D” batteries (not

5. included); alkaline batteries are recommended. Press the tab on the battery cover, and lift off the battery cover. Insert four batteries into the battery compartment. Make sure that the batteries are oriented as

shown by the diagram inside the battery compart ment. Reattach the battery cover.

ube

Wire Harnesses

Battery

Cover

Batteries

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

ing the wire harnesses.

Snap the bookrack onto the Console (23) in the indicated location.

ire Harness (44). Insert the

Be careful to avoid pinch-

Bookrack

Wire Harness

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

sticker. Insert the Left Handlebar into one of the Handlebar Legs (5);

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).

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

Attach the Right Handlebar (8) to the other Handlebar Leg (5) in the same way.

Apply a generous amount of the included grease to the Pivot Axle (83) and to the two M8 Washers (55). Next, insert the Pivot Axle into the Upright (2) and center it. Reapply grease to both ends of the Pivot Axle.

Slide a Handlebar Spacer (47) onto the short tube on each Handlebar (6, 8), and rotate the Handlebar Spacers so the small arrows are pointing toward the floor. Next, slide the Handlebars onto the Pivot Axle (83).

Make sure that the Handlebars are on the correct sides.

make sure that the Handlebar

Make sure that the

Grease

Tube

Arrow

Hexagonal

Holes

Tighten an M8 x 25mm Patch Screw (56) with an M8 Washer (55) and a Wave Washer (84) into each end of the Pivot Axle (83). Next, orient the two Handlebar Caps (46) as shown, and press the small tabs on the Handlebar Caps into the two Handlebar Spacers (47).

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

a sticker Spring with an M10 x 29mm Pedal Bolt (80), an M10 Washer (78), an M10 Split Washer (59), and a Pedal Knob (81) as shown. Note: The Left Pedal can be attached in any of five positions (see HOW 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.

. Attach the Left Pedal (13) to the left Pedal

O ADJUST

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

Disc Crossbar (16). Slide a Spring Spacer (63) onto the

make sure that the flat side of the Spring

axle; Spacer is facing the elliptical crosstrainer. Next, slide the Left Rear Spring Bracket (12) on the left Pedal Spring (11) onto the axle. Then, slide a Spring Bracket Washer (35) onto an M10 x 27mm Patch Screw (40), and tighten the Patch Screw into the axle.

Next, hold the lower end of the left 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 with the Bolt Set.

the Handlebar Leg must pivot freely.

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

Do not overtighten the Bolt Set;

Grease

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

See 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 (see page

19), follow the steps below to install the receiver and the

short jumper wire included with the chest pulse sensor.

1. Remove the two short screws and the two long screws from the back of the Console (23). Lift off the front of the Console.

Grease

Screws

Short

Long

Screws

Lift

Here

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: Any other wires included with the chest pulse sensor can be discarded.

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

See step 1 above. Reattach the front of the Console (23) with the short and long screws. Make sure that

no wires are pinched.

and

Jack

Cylinder

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