ProForm PFEX013112 User Manual
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Model No. PFEX01311.2
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the space
above for reference.
Serial Number
Decal
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are damaged or missing, DO NOT
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USER’S MANUAL
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on the back cover of this 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
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
FCC INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
EXPLODED DRAWING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
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.
LE TOUR DE FRANCE is a registered trademark of Societe du Tour de France.
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your exercise bike before using your exercise bike.
ICON 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 exercise bike only as described in
this manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the exercise bike are adequately informed of all precautions.
4. The exercise bike is intended for home use
only. Do not use the exercise bike in a commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
5. Keep the exercise bike indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Do not put the exercise
bike in a garage or covered patio, or near
water.
6. Place the exercise bike on a level surface,
with a mat beneath it to protect the floor or
carpet. Make sure that there is at least 2 ft.
(0.6 m) of clearance around the exercise bike.
7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
8. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the exercise bike at all times.
9. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the exercise bike. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.
10. The exercise bike should not be used by
persons weighing more than 350 lbs.
(159 kg).
11. Always keep your back straight while using
the exercise bike; do not arch your back.
12. 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.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary
PROFORM® LE TOUR DE FRANCE® exercise bike.
The LE TOUR DE FRANCE exercise bike is unlike any
other exercise bike. With an incline system that automatically simulates actual road terrain, intelligent wind
resistance, and an array of other features, the
LE TOUR DE FRANCE exercise bike is designed to let
you enjoy the outdoor cycling experience indoors.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the exercise bike. If you have questions after
Length: 4 ft. 10 in. (147 cm)
Width: 2 ft. 1 in. (64 cm)
reading this manual, please see the front cover of this
manual. To help us assist you, note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number and the location of the serial number
decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Console
Tray
Handlebar
Shifter
Handlebar Knob
Seat
Seat Carriage
Seat Knob
Leveling Foot
Adjustment Knob
Pedal/Strap
Power Switch
Wheel
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ASSEMBLY
• To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the exercise bike, call 1-800-445-2480.
• Assembly requires two persons.
• Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing
materials until you complete all assembly steps.
1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (22), and orient it as
shown.
While a second person lifts the front of the Base
(1), attach the Front Stabilizer (22) to the Base
with two 3/8" x 2 1/4" Screws (74).
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tools:
one Phillips screwdriver
one adjustable wrench
Assembly may be easier if you have a socket set
or a set of ratchet wrenches. To avoid damaging
parts, do not use power tools.
1
22
74
1
5
2. While a second person lifts the rear of the Base
(1), attach the Rear Stabilizer (23) to the Base
with two 3/8" x 2 1/4" Screws (74).
2
74
1
23
3. Orient the Seat Carriage (4) and the Seat Post
(3) as shown.
Set the Seat Carriage (4) on the Seat Post (3).
Then, tighten the Seat Knob (29) into the
T-clamp (28) on the underside of the Seat
Carriage (4).
4. Orient the Seat Post (3) as shown.
Loosen the indicated Post Knob (47) and pull it
outward. Then, insert the Seat Post (3) into the
Frame (2).
Move the Seat Post (3) upward or downward to
the desired position, release the Post Knob (47)
into an adjustment hole in the Seat Post, and
then tighten the Post Knob. Make sure that the
Post Knob is engaged in an adjustment hole.
3
4
3
4
3
Holes
2
28
29
47
6
5. Orient the Handlebar Post (6) as shown. Have a
second person hold the Handlebar Post near the
Frame (2).
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Wire Tie
See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in the
lower end of the Handlebar Post (6). Tie the wire
tie around the connector on the Lower Wire (69)
as shown. Then, pull the upper end of the wire
tie until the Lower Wire is routed through the
Handlebar Post.
Tip: It may be necessary to remove the
Access Cover (92) and insert your fingers
into the Handlebar Post (6) to route the Lower
Wire (69) through the top of the Handlebar
Post.
6. Tip: Avoid pinching the Lower Wire (69).
Loosen the indicated Post Knob (47) and pull it
outward. Then, insert the Handlebar Post (6) into
the Frame (2).
Move the Handlebar Post (6) upward or down-
ward to the desired position, release the Post
Knob (47) into an adjustment hole in the
Handlebar Post, and then tighten the Post Knob.
Make sure that the Post Knob is engaged in
an adjustment hole.
See the inset drawing. If necessary, insert
the Receiver Wire (101) on the Access Cover
(92) into the Handlebar Post (6), and press the
Access Cover into the Handlebar Post. Then,
pull the Receiver Wire upward out of the top of
the Handlebar Post.
92
6
Wire Tie
69
2
Wire Tie
69
6
Avoid pinching the
Lower Wire (69)
69
Holes
6
47
2
101
92
6
7
7. Orient the Handlebar (7) as shown. Have a
second person hold the Handlebar near the
Handlebar Post (6) until step 9.
Connect the Upper Wire (68) to the Lower Wire
(69). Then, connect the Extension Wire (102) to
the Receiver Wire (101).
7
68
69
7
102
101
6
8. Tip: Hold the Handlebar (7) as close as pos-
sible to the Handlebar Post (6) during this
step.
Insert the connectors and the wires into the
Handlebar Post (6), and then press the Clamp
(B) into the Handlebar Post.
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Clamp (B) to the Handlebar Post (6) with an #8 x
5/8" Screw (94).
8
Avoid pinching
the wires
7
B
94
6
8
9. Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Insert the
wires into the Handlebar Post (6) and set the
Handlebar (7) on the Handlebar Post.
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7
Then, firmly tighten the Handlebar Knob (105)
into the T-clamp (28) on the underside of the
Handlebar (7). Note: The Handlebar Knob functions like a ratchet. Turn the Handlebar Knob
clockwise, pull it downward, turn it counterclockwise, push it upward, and then turn it clockwise
again. Repeat this process until the Handlebar
Knob is tight.
10. Identify the Left Pedal (61), which is marked with
an “L.”
Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Left Pedal (61) counterclockwise into the Left
Crank Arm (63).
Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clockwise
into the Right Crank Arm (not shown).
28
6
105
Avoid pinching
the wires
10
63
61
11. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise bike. Note: After assembly is
completed, some extra parts may be left over. Place a mat beneath the exercise bike to protect the floor.
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