ProForm PFEX17932 User Manual

Model No. PFEX17932

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

tions before using the exercise cycle.

Read all instructions in this manual before

1.
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.

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

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

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

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.

12. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and cool down.

13.The exercise cycle does not have a free­wheel; the pedals will continue to move until
the flywheel stops.

14. The decal shown below has been placed on

the exercise cycle. If the decal is missing, or
if it is not legible, please call our Customer
Service Department toll-free at 1-888-533­1333 to order a free replacement decal. Apply
the decal in the location shown.

7. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the exercise cycle at all times.

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

9. The exercise cycle should not be used by
persons weighing more than 250 pounds.

10.The pulse sensor is not a medical device.

arious factors, including the user's move-

V
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate

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.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM

exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effec-

GL35

exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness,

tive
building endurance, and toning the entire body. The
PROFORM
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

after reading this manual, please call our Customer

®

GL35 exercise cycle offers an impressive

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

®

Service Department toll-free at 1-888-533-1333,
Monday through Friday

ime (excluding holidays). To help us assist you,

T
please note the product model number and serial
number before calling. The model number is
PFEX17932. The serial number can be found on a
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.

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

Fan

Console

Handlebar

Water Bottle Holder*

Seat

Adjustment Knob

Adjustment Knob

REAR

*No water bottle is included

FRONT

Adjustment Knob

Pedal/Strap

Wheel

Leveling Foot

RIGHT SIDE

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ASSEMBLY

M10 Black Nylon

Locknut (63)–4

M6 x 25.4mm Button

Screw (33)–1

M8 x 14mm Button

Screw (49)–1

M8 x 22mm Button

Screw (74)–4

M8 x 39mm Button

Bolt (64)–2

M4 x 16mm

Screw (66)–6

M8 Split

Washer (70)–4

M8 Nylon

Locknut (10)–6

M4 x 22mm

Screw (21)–2

M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolt (65)–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 part 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 needed for assembly.

the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-attached.

Note: Some small parts may have been pre-attached. If a part is not in

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1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (2). While another person
lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front
Stabilizer to the Frame with two M10 x 1
Carriage Bolts (65) and two M10 Black Nylon Locknuts

Make sure that the Front Stabilizer is turned

(63).

so the Wheels (30) are not touching the floor.

12mm

1

65

30

30

2

1

63

2. While another person lifts the rear of the Frame (1),
attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the Frame with two
M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolts (65) and two M10 Black
Nylon Locknuts (63).

3. While another person holds the Upright (13) in the
position shown, connect the Upper Wire Harness (36)
to the Lower Wire Harness (35). Carefully pull the

upper end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove
any slack from the Wire Harnesses; make sure that
the connectors do not catch on the indicated rod.

Turn the indicated Adjustment Knob (28) counterclock­wise two or three turns to loosen it. Next, pull the Knob,
insert the Upright (13) into the Frame (1), and then
release the Knob. Be careful to avoid pinching the

Wire Harnesses (35, 36). Move the Upright up and
down slightly until the pin on the Knob snaps into
one of the holes in the Upright. Then, turn the Knob

clockwise until it is tight.

2

63

1

3

13

Rod

Slot

63

3

Make sure the

wire harnesses

do not get

9

pinched and

damaged during

this step.

21

65

Tighten the M6 x 25.4mm Button Screw (33) into the
Frame (1) and into the slot in the side of the Upright (13).

Attach the Water Bottle Holder (9) to the Upright (13)
with two M4 x 22mm Screws (21).

6

33

36

35

1

28

4. Slide the two Handlebar Collars (7) onto the Left
Handlebar (50). Insert the Right Handlebar (51) into
the Left Handlebar
Left Handlebar, and the Right Handlebar with two M4 x
16mm Screws (66).

Attach the Handlebar Bracket (15) to the Left and
Right Handlebars (50, 51) with four M8 x 22mm Button
Screws (74).

Attach the Handlebar Bracket (15) to the Upright (13)
with two M8 x 39mm Button Bolts (64), two M8 Nylon
Locknuts (10), and an M8 x 14mm Button Screw (49).

. Connect the Handlebar Collars, the

4

7

51

74

13

64

50

10

74

66

15

49

7

66

5. While another person holds the Console (16) in the
position shown, connect the wire harness on the
Console to the Upper Wire Harness (36). Insert the
excess wire harness into the Upright (13).

Attach the Console (16) to the Upright (13) with four
M4 x 16mm Screws (66). Be careful to avoid pinch-

ing the wire harnesses.

6. The Console (16) requires four “D” batteries (not
included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
Remove the indicated screw from the battery drawer,
and pull the battery drawer open. Insert four batteries
into the battery drawer; make sure that the batteries

are oriented as shown by the markings inside the
battery drawer. Close the battery drawer and reattach

the screw. Note: When the batteries are installed cor-

, the fan will turn on for a moment.

rectly

5

16

36

66

66

Wire

Harness

13

6

16

Batteries

7. Turn the indicated Adjustment Knob (28) counterclock­wise two or three turns to loosen it. Next, pull the Knob,
insert the Seat Post (5) into the Frame (1), and then
release the Knob. Move the Seat Post up and down

slightly until the pin on the Knob snaps into one of
the holes in the Seat Post. Then, turn the Knob clock-

wise until it is tight.

Battery

Screw

7

5

1

Drawer

28

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8. Attach the Seat (12) to the Seat Bracket (6) with four
M8 Nylon Locknuts (10) and four M8 Split Washers
(70). Note: The Nylon Locknuts and the Split Washers
may be pre-attached to the underside of the Seat.

Turn the indicated Adjustment Knob (28) counterclock­wise two or three turns to loosen it. Next, pull the Knob,
slide the Seat Bracket (6) into the top of the Seat Post
(5), and then release the Knob.

Bracket forward and backward slightly until the pin
on the Knob snaps into one of the holes in the Seat
Bracket.

Then, turn the Knob clockwise until it is tight.

Move the Seat

8

70

10

12

6

28

70

9. Identify the Left Pedal (24), which is marked with an
“L.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Left Pedal
(42). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown)
into the Right Crank Arm. Important: Tighten both

Pedals as firmly as possible. After using the exer­cise cycle for one week, retighten the Pedals. For
best performance, the Pedals must be kept tight­ened.

Adjust the Left Pedal Strap (25) to the desired position,
and press the end of the Pedal Strap onto the tab on
the Left Pedal (24). Adjust the Right Pedal Strap (not
shown) in the same way.

10.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 Crank Arm

clockwise

9

25

Ta b

24

10

42

5

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