ProForm PFEX69760 User Manual

Model No. PFEX6976.0

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

EFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

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ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

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

ONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

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

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

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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

WARNING:

tions before using the exercise cycle.

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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 in-home
use only. Do not use the exercise cycle in a
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.

5. Use 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 or carpet.

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.

The exercise cycle should not be used by

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persons weighing more than 250 pounds.

9. Always keep your back straight when using
the exercise cycle. Do not arch your back.

10. Wear appropriate clothes when exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the exercise cycle. Always wear
athletic shoes.

11. 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.

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

The decal shown at the

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right has been placed on
the exercise cycle in the
location shown on page

3. If the decal is missing
or illegible, call the toll­free telephone number
on the front cover of this
manual and order a free
replacement decal. Apply
the replacement 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.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM®GT
120 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effec­tive exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness,

uilding endurance, and toning the entire body. The

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features designed to let you enjoy this healthful exer­cise in the comfort and privacy of your home.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the exercise cycle.

after reading this manual, see the front cover of this
manual. To help us assist you, please note the prod-

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Fan

Console

If you have questions

uct model number and serial number before contact­ing us. The model number is PFEX6976.0. The serial
number can be found on a decal attached to the exer-

ise cycle (see the front cover of this manual for the

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ocation of the decal).

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To avoid a registration fee for any service needed
under warranty, you must register the exercise
cycle at www.proformservice.com/registration.

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

Bookrack

Handlebar

WARNING DECAL

Backrest

Seat

BACK

Leveling Pad

Water Bottle Holder*

Pedal with Strap

Wheel

Seat Handle

RIGHT SIDE

*No water bottle is included

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M10 x 92mm Carriage Bolt (77)–2

M10 Nylon

Locknut (63)–4

M10 x 105mm Carriage Bolt (74)–2

M8 Split

Washer (65)–4

M8 Flat

Washer (18)–4

M8 Nylon

Locknut (56)–4

M6 Washer

(25)–6

M8 x 19mm Button

Bolt (43)–4

M4 x 16mm

Screw (21)–4

M6 x 16mm Screw

(70)–2

M4 x 25mm

Screw (66)–2

M6 x 38mm Hex

Screw (68)–4

M6 x 16mm Hex

Screw (29)–4

M4 x 22mm

Screw (75)–2

M8 x 25mm Button

Screw (27)–4

ASSEMBLY

To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the exercise cycle, call toll-free 1-800-445-2480.

Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the exercise cycle in a cleared area and remove the pack-
ing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the included
hex keys, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver and an adjustable

rench .

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As you assemble the exercise cycle, use the drawings below to identify small parts. The number in parentheses
below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 22. The second number is the
quantity needed for assembly.

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

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

1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (2), which has
Wheels (59) attached to one side. Attach the Front
Stabilizer to the front of the Frame (1) with two M10
x 92mm Carriage Bolts (77) and two M10 Nylon
Locknuts (63).

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59

2

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2. Attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the rear of the
Frame (1) with two M10 x 105mm Carriage Bolts

74) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (63).

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3. While a second person holds the Handlebar Post (6)
near the Frame (1) as shown, connect the Upper
Wire Harness (16) to the Lower Wire Harness (58).

Carefully slide the Handlebar Post (6) onto the
Frame (1);
Harnesses (16, 58). Attach the Handlebar Post to
the Frame with four M8 x 25mm Button Screws (27)
and four M8 Split Washers (65).

4. The Console (9) requires four “D” batteries (not

included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
Press the indicated tab on the battery cover and
remove the cover. Press four batteries into the bat­tery clips; make sure that the batteries are orient-

ed as shown by the diagrams inside the battery
clips. Then, reattach the battery cover.

be careful to avoid pinching the W

ire

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Battery

Cover

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27

65

16

58

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27

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Insert the Bookrack (55) into the slots in the

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Console (9). Attach the Bookrack to the Console
with two M4 x 25mm Screws (66). Be careful not to

pinch the wires in the Console.

Batteries

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55

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6. Connect the Pulse Wire (60) to the console wire.
Next, connect the Upper Wire Harness (16) to the

ire harness on the Console (9). Insert all wires into

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the Handlebar Post (6).

Attach the Console (9) to the Handlebar Post (6)
with four M4 x 16mm Screws (21).

avoid pinching the wires.

Be careful to

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Console

Wires

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16

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7. Attach the Water Bottle Holder (62) to the Handlebar
Post (6) with two M4 x 22mm Screws (75). Note:
The Water Bottle Holder is designed to be used with
your own water bottle.

8. Attach the Seat (12) to the Seat Carriage (11) with

four M6 x 16mm Hex Screws (29) and four M8 Flat
Washers (18).

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75

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11

6

12

Identify the Right Seat Handle (79), which is marked

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with an “R” sticker.

Attach the Right Seat Handle (79) to the Seat
Carriage (11) with two M8 x 19mm Button Bolts (43)
and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (56).

Attach the Left Seat Handle (14) to the Seat
Carriage (11) in the same way.

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56

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29

14

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43

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10. Attach the Backrest (13) to the Seat Carriage (11)

with four M6 x 38mm Hex Screws (68) and four M6

ashers (25).

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11. Pull the seat knob and slide the Seat Carriage (11)

onto the Seat Rail (7).

See the inset drawing. Hold the Bumper Axle (50)
inside of the Seat Rail (7). Attach the two Bumpers
(47) to the ends of the Bumper Axle with two
M6 x 16mm Screws (70) and two M6 Washers (25).
Then, press the Seat Rail Endcap (23) into the end
of the Seat Rail.

12. Firmly tighten the four M8 x 31mm Button Screws

(69) in the Seat Carriage (11). Note: There are two
Button Screws in each side.

Pull the seat knob and slide the Seat Carriage (11)
to the desired position. Release the seat knob and

slide the Seat Carriage back and forth slightly
until it locks into position. Make sure to regularly
tighten the four M8 x 31mm Button Screws (69).

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68

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Knob

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70

25

50

47

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47

25

70

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69

Knob

13. Identify the Right Pedal (37), which is marked with

an “R.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten
the Right Pedal
Tighten the Left Pedal (not shown)
into the Pulley/Crank on the left side. After using

the exercise cycle for one week, retighten the
Pedals.

Attach the Right Pedal Strap (38) to the Right Pedal
(37), and press the end of the Right Pedal Strap
onto the tab on the Right Pedal.
Pedal Strap (not shown) in the same way.

14. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise cycle. Place a mat beneath

the exercise cycle to protect the floor

clockwise

into the Pulley/Crank (19).

counterclockwise

Attach the Left

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HOW TO INSTALL THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR

f you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (

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included with the chest pulse sensor.

1. See assembly step 5 on page 5, and remove the two

M4 x 25mm Screws (not shown) and the Bookrack (55).

Next, look under the console and locate the three indi­cated screws (not shown). Remove the three screws.

Do not remove the screws attaching the Console to
the Handlebar Post (6).

2. Carefully lift the top of the Console (9) as shown. Using

the two small screws included with the chest pulse sen­sor, attach the receiver to the indicated plastic posts on
the Console. Make sure that the receiver is turned

exactly as shown.

the indicated wire on the Console.

See step 1 above. Lower the top of the Console (9).
Make sure that no wires are pinched. Reattach the

top of the Console with the three screws removed in
step 1. See assembly step 5 on page 5, and reattach
the Bookrack (55) with the two M4 x 25mm Screws (not
shown). Note: The remaining wires included with the
chest pulse sensor may be discarded.

Connect the wire on the receiver to

see page 19), follow the steps below to install the receiver

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9

Screws

2

Screws

55

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9

Wire

Receiver

Posts

HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE

HOW TO ADJUST THE POSITION OF THE SEAT

fective exercise, the seat should be in the proper

For ef
position. As you pedal, there should be a slight bend
in your knees when the pedals are in the most for

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ward position.
adjust the seat,
pull the seat knob
and slide the seat
carriage to the
desired position.
Release the seat
knob and

seat carriage
back and forth
slightly until it
locks into posi­tion.

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Seat

Carriage

slide the

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Seat

Knob

HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS

o adjust the pedal

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straps, first pull the
ends of the straps

f the tabs on the

of
pedals. Adjust the
straps to the
desired positions
and press the ends
of the straps onto
the tabs.

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