ProForm PFTL49103 User Manual

USER'S MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

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

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

Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING and a PART LIST are attached in the center of this manual.

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.

2. Use the treadmill only as described.

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it and two
feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill
on any surface that blocks air openings. To
protect the floor or carpet from damage, place
a mat under the treadmill.

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois­ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.

5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.

6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.

7. The treadmill should be used only by persons
weighing 250 pounds or less.

8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes
that could become caught in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended for

both men and women. Always wear athletic

shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet,
wearing only stockings, or in sandals.

10. When connecting the power cord (see page 7),
plug the power cord into a surge suppressor
(not included) and plug the surge suppressor
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance should be on
the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.

11. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that
meets all of the specifications described on
page 7. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local PROFORM dealer or call 1-800-806­3651 and order part number 146148.

12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the con­trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys­tem is damaged, the walking belt may change
speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result
in a fall and serious injury.

13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres­sor away from heated surfaces.

14. Never move the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See BE­FORE YOU BEGIN on page 4 if the treadmill is
not working properly.)

WARNING:To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the

following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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15. Never start the treadmill while you are stand­ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.

16. Do not perform exercises with the hand
weights at speeds faster than a walk. Using
weights and not holding the handrails may
compromise your ability to maintain your
balance. Exercises using weights should be
attempted only by experienced users.

17. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to
avoid sudden jumps in speed.

18. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key and un­plug the power cord when the treadmill is not
in use.

19. 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.

20. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the

treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on pages 5 and 6, and HOW TO
FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page

10.) You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds
(20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

21. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

22. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill every three months.

23. Never drop or insert any object into any
opening.

24.

DANGER:Always unplug the power

cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the
maintenance and adjustment procedures de­scribed in this manual. Never remove the
motor hood unless instructed to do so by an
authorized service representative. Servicing
other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorized ser­vice representative only.

25. This treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use this treadmill in any 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The decal shown below has been placed on your treadmill. If it
is missing or illegible, please call our Customer Service
Department, toll-free, to order a free replacement decal (see
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS on the back cover of this
manual). Apply the decal in the location shown.

Note: The decal is shown at 38% of actual size.

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Thank you for selecting the PROFORM®525E tread­mill. The PROFORM 525E combines advanced tech­nology with innovative design to let you enjoy an excel­lent form of cardiovascular exercise in the convenience
and privacy of your home. And when you’re not exer­cising, the PROFORM 525E can be folded up, requir­ing less than half the floor space of other treadmills.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the treadmill. If you have additional questions,

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 of the treadmill is PFTL49103. The serial num­ber can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill
(see the front cover of this manual for the location).

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

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Handrail

Upright

Storage Latch

Key/Clip

Circuit Breaker

Walking Belt

Cushioned Walking Platform

for maximum exercise comfort

Foot Rail

Power Cord

BACK

RIGHT SIDE

Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts

Console

Water Bottle Holder

(Bottle not included)

Incline Leg

Weight Rack

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1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the
Uprights (11) until the treadmill is in the position shown.

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ASSEMBLY

Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials; do not
dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the included allen wrench ,
assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , two adjustable wrenches , wire
cutters , and a rubber mallet .

Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a
small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal
condition and does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off
the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

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2. Insert one of the Extension Legs (34) into the treadmill
as shown. Make sure that the Base Pad (40) is on the
indicated side. Note: It may be helpful to tip the Uprights
(11) in the direction shown by the arrow as you insert
the Extension Leg. To fully insert the Extension Leg, it
may be necessary to tap it with a mallet.

Attach the Extension Leg (34) with an Extension Leg
Screw (53). Be sure to push on the head of the

Extension Leg Screw while tightening it.

Attach the other Extension Leg (34) in the same way.

53

11

2

34

40

Handrail Bolt (91)–2

Handrail Washer (92)–2

Small Screw (13)–2

Screw (33)–4

Handrail Nut (93)–2

Extension Leg
Screw (53)–2

Washer
(39)–2

Rack Bolt (89)–2

7. Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill. Keep the included allen wrench in a
secure place. The allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 13). To protect the floor or carpet,
place a mat under the treadmill.

6. Attach the Storage Latch (14) to the left Upright (11) with
two Small Screws (13). Be careful not to overtighten

the Screws.

Place the Weights on the Weight Rack (90) with the
3 lbs. Weights (79) in the center of the Rack and 2 lbs.
Weights next, followed by the 1 lbs. Weights.

13

14

11

79

90

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5. Cut and remove the plastic tie holding the Wires (21).
Place the Console Base (46) on the Uprights (11). Pull out

just enough of the two Wires (21) to connect them to the
connectors in the Console Base. Make a loop with the indi­cated plastic tie and insert the end through the tie holder
on the bottom of the Console Base. Plug the Wire with the
red connector into the corresponding connector in the
Console Base. If the connectors do not fit together without
being forced, rotate the red connector and try again. Do
not force the connectors together. Next, plug the other
Wire into the other connector in the Console Base.

Important: Make sure that both Wires are fully in­serted. WARNING: Do not disconnect or connect the
Wires while the treadmill power cord is plugged in.

Tighten the plastic tie and cut off the end.
Loosely thread four Screws (33) into the Uprights (11)

and the Console Base (46). After all four Screws have
been started, tighten the Screws until they are snug;

do not overtighten the Screws.

33

Plastic Tie

Plastic

Tie

21

Connectors

46

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3. Attach the Weight Rack (90) to the Uprights (11) with the
two Washers (39) and Rack Bolts (89). Note: If neces­sary, spread the Uprights apart to align the holes in the
Weight Rack with the holes in the Upright.

Insert the Left and Right Handrails (1, 88) into the upper
end of the Uprights (11), with the lower end of each
Handrail on the outside of the Extension Leg (34) as
shown. Have a second person hold the Handrails until
step 4 is completed.

11

11

1

89

89

39

90

34

88

39

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4. With the help of a second person, lower the Uprights (11)

until the Left and Right Handrails (1, 88) are resting on
the floor. Attach the lower end of the Right Handrail to
the Extension Leg (34) with a Handrail Bolt (91), Handrail
Washer (92), and Handrail Nut (93) as shown. Note: It
may be necessary to push on the lower end of the
Handrail to align the hole in the Handrail with the hole in
the Extension Leg.

Attach the Left Handrail to the left Extension Leg (not
shown) as described above.

Raise the Uprights (11) to the position shown in step 3.

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6

93

92

91

88

11

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