ProForm PFEX59030 User Manual

USER’S MANUAL

CAUTION

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

Serial Number Decal

(beneath stabilizer)

Model No. PFEX59030
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the
space above for reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

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

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

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

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1. Read all instructions in this manual before
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.

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.
Various factors, including the user's move­ment, 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.

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 toll-free 1-800­999-3756 and order a free replacement decal.
Apply the decal in the location shown.

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.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

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

tions before using the exercise cycle.

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Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM

®

GL125 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most
effective exercises for increasing cardiovascular fit­ness, building endurance, and toning the entire body.
The PROFORM

®

GL125 exercise cycle offers an
impressive 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

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
PFEX59030. 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.

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

REAR

Seat

Seat Lever

Pedal/Strap

Wheel

Leveling Foot

Console

Fan

Power Jack

CD Holder

CD Player

Handlebar

Water Bottle Holder*

*No bottle is included

Adjustment Knob

RIGHT SIDE

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Backrest

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ASSEMBLY

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 drawings below to identify the small parts used for assembly. The number in parenthesis below each
drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 25. The number following the key number is
the quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been pre-assembled. If a part is not in

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

1. Orient the Front Stabilizer (15) as shown. While another

person lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front
Stabilizer to the Frame with two M8 x 52mm Button
Screws (54) and two M8 Washers (64).

15

54

64

1

1

M8 Nylon

Locknut (49)–4

M6 x 16mm Tapered

Button Screw (102)–8

M8 x 25mm Button

Screw (40)–4

M6 Washer

(66)–4

M6 x 16mm Button

M8 Washer

(64)–2

Screw (8)–4

M8 x 38mm Button

Bolt (96)–4

M4 x 12mm

Screw (41)–4

M6 x 22mm Button

Screw (93)–3

M4 x 16mm

Screw (57)–10

M8 x 52mm Button

Screw (54)–2

M4 x 20mm

Screw (101)–1

M6 x 25mm Button

Screw (99)–1

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2

2

31

Make sure the

wire harnesses

do not get

pinched and

damaged during

this step.

41

20

43

1

99

42

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

tion shown, connect the Upper Wire Harness (42) to
the Lower Wire Harness (43). Gently pull the upper
end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove any slack
from the Wire Harnesses.

Turn the indicated Adjustment Knob (20) counterclock­wise two or three turns to loosen it. Next, pull the Knob,
insert the Upright (2) into the Frame (1), and then
release the Knob. Be careful to avoid pinching the

Wire Harnesses (42, 43). 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. Tighten the M6 x 25mm
Button Screw (99) into the Frame.

Attach the Water Bottle Holder (31) to the Upright (2)
with two M4 x 12mm Screws (41).

3. Attach the Left Inner Handlebar (71) to the Upright (2)

with four M6 x 16mm Tapered Button Screws (102).

Attach the Right Inner Handlebar (68) to the
Upright (2) in the same way.

3

71

2

102

102

68

4. Attach a Handlebar (3) to the Seat Bracket (11) with

two M8 x 38mm Button Bolts (96) and two M8 Nylon
Locknuts (49). Make sure that the Nylon Locknuts

are resting in the hexagonal holes in the front of
the Handlebar.

Attach the other Handlebar (3) to the Seat Bracket
(11) in the same way.

11

3

3

96

49

4

7

5. Attach the Seat (9) to the Seat Bracket (11) with four

M6 x 16mm Button Screws (8) and four M6 Washers
(66).

5

9

11

66

8

8

66

6. Attach the Seat Back (106) and the Backrest (90) to

the Seat Bracket (11) with three M6 x 22mm Button
Screws (93).

11

93

90

106

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7. Push down the lever (not shown) on the right side of

the Seat Carriage (10), slide the Seat Carriage into the
Frame Rail (81), and then pull the lever back up.

Attach a Bumper (82) to the Frame Rail (81) with an
M4 x 20mm Screw (101). Next, press the Frame Rail
Endcap (83) into the end of the Frame Rail.

10

83

81

82

101

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9. Refer to step 10. Remove the six M4 x 16mm Screws

(57) and the Right and Left Handlebar Covers (5, 6)
from the Console (4).

With the help of another person, carefully raise the
exercise cycle so it is resting on the Front and Rear
Stabilizers (not shown).

While another person holds the Console (4) in the
position shown, connect the wire harness on the
Console to the Upper Wire Harness (42). Insert the
excess wire harness down into the Upright (2).

Attach the Console (4) to the Upright (2) with four M4
x 16mm Screws (57). Be careful to avoid pinching

the wire harnesses.

9

4

2

57

10. Attach the CD Holder (104) to the Console (4) with

two M4 x 12mm Screws (41) as shown.
Attach the Left Handlebar Cover (6) to the Console (4)

with three M4 x 16mm Screws (57).

Attach the Right Handlebar Cover (5) to the
Console (4) in the same way.

57

5

4

104

41

6

10

Wire

Harness

42

8. With the help of another person, carefully tip the

exercise cycle onto its left side so it is resting on the
Left Inner Handlebar (not shown).

Identify the Left Rear Stabilizer (16), which is marked
with an “L” sticker. Attach the Left Rear Stabilizer and
the Stabilizer Plate (87) to the Frame (1) with two M8
x 25mm Button Screws (40) as shown; do not tighten

the Button Screws yet.

Insert the Right Rear Stabilizer (98) between the
Stabilizer Plate (87) and the Frame (1). Attach the
Right Rear Stabilizer with two M8 x 25mm Button
Screws (40). Tighten all four Button Screws.

40

87

40

1

8

98

16

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13. 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.

11. Identify the Left Pedal (22), which is marked with an

“L.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Left Pedal counterclockwise into the Left Crank Arm
(24). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clockwise
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 (22).

Adjust the Right Pedal Strap (not shown) in the
same way.

12. Plug one end of the Power Supply (52) into the jack at

the front of the exercise cycle. Plug the other end of
the Power Supply into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.

Note: The console can be operated with batteries (not
included) instead of the Power Supply (52) if desired.
To install batteries, follow the instructions below.

See the inset drawing. Press the indicated tab on the
battery drawer and pull the battery drawer down.
Press four “D” batteries into the battery clips; make

sure that the batteries are oriented as shown by
the markings inside of the battery clips. Then,

close the battery drawer. Note: Alkaline batteries are
recommended.

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24

25

Tab

Batteries

Battery
Drawer

22

12

52

4

Tab