Proform user manual exercise cycle 831.21521.0 (16 pages)
Summary of Contents for ProForm C55 PFEX35430
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Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MST CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Keep this manual for future reference. USER'S MANUAL Patent Pending Visit our website at www.proform.com new products, prizes, fitness tips, and much more!
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau- tions before using the exercise cycle. 1. Read all instructions in this manual before using the exercise cycle. 2. Use the exercise cycle only as described in this manual.
The PROFORM C55 exercise cycle offers an impressive array of features designed to let you enjoy this health- ful exercise in the comfort and privacy of your home.
ASSEMBLY 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 Refer to the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. The number in parenthesis below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 22.
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1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (2). Attach the Front Stabilizer to the front of the Frame (1) with two M10 x 91mm Carriage Bolts (35) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (63). Make sure that the Front Stabilizer is oriented so the Wheels (75) are not touching the floor.
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5. Hold the Console (9) near the Handlebar Post (6). Connect the wire harness on the Console (9) to the Upper Wire Harness (16). Then, insert the wire har- nesses into the Handlebar Post. Attach the Console (9) to the Handlebar Post (6) with four M4 x 16mm Screws (21).
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8. Attach the Backrest (13) to the Seat Carriage (11) with four 1/4” x 38mm Hex Screws (78) and four M6 Washers (25). 9. Pull the seat knob and slide the Seat Carriage (11) onto the Seat Rail (7). See the inset drawing. Hold the Bumper Axle (73) inside of the Seat Rail (7).
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE CYCLE HOW TO ADJUST THE POSITION OF THE SEAT For effective exercise, the seat should be in the proper position. As you pedal, there should be a slight bend in your knees when the pedals are in the farthest position.
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and effective. When the manual mode of the console is selected, the resistance of the pedals can be changed with the touch of a button.
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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE Begin pedaling to activate the console. The exercise cycle requires no batteries or external power source. Power is supplied by a generator as you pedal. To activate the con- sole, begin pedaling at a speed of about 3 miles per hour or faster.
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Measure your heart rate if desired. If there are thin sheets of plastic on the metal con- tacts on the handgrip pulse sensor, peel off the Contacts plastic. To measure your heart rate, hold the contacts; your palms must be resting on the contacts closest to you, and your fingers must be touching the other contacts.
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HOW TO USE A WORKOUT PROGRAM Begin pedaling to activate the console. See step 1 on page 11. Select one of the workout programs. When the power is Program Indicator turned on, the manual mode will be selected. To select a workout program, press the Program Select button repeatedly until one of the eight...
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER To use iFIT.com CDs, the exercise cycle must be con- nected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, or computer with CD player. See pages 14 and 15 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.com videocassettes, the exercise cycle must be connect- ed to your VCR.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the LINE OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. A. Plug one end of a 1/8” to RCA stereo audio cable (available at electronics stores) into the jack beneath the console.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the AUDIO OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. If you have a TV with a built-in VCR, see instruction B. If your VCR is connected to your home stereo, see HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 15.
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HOW TO USE IFIT.COM CD AND VIDEO PROGRAMS To use iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, the exercise cycle must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, computer with CD play- er, or VCR. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER on page 14.
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HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE Our Web site at www.iFIT.com allows you to play iFIT.com audio and video programs directly from the internet. To use programs from our Web site, the exer- cise cycle must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 15.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the exercise cycle regularly. The exercise cycle can be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth. To prevent damage to the console, keep liquids away from the console and keep the console out of direct sunlight. TIGHTENING THE PEDALS For best performance, regularly tighten both pedals.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES WARNING: • Before beginning this or any exercise pro- gram, consult your physician. This is espe- cially important for individuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-existing health problems. • The pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings.
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SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible.
• The MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFEX35430) • The NAME of the product (PROFORM • The SERIAL NUMBER of the product (see the front cover of this manual) • The KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the part(s) (see the PART LIST on page 22) ICON Health &...