Proform user manual exercise cycle 831.288070 (16 pages)
Summary of Contents for ProForm GT 90 PFEX4986.0
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM 90 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effective exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, and toning the entire body. The GT 90 exercise cycle offers an impressive array of features designed to let you enjoy this healthful exercise in the comfort and privacy of your home.
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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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1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (2), which has Wheels (17) attached to it. Attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame (1) with two M10 x 92mm Carriage Bolts (62) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (48). 2. Attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the Frame (1) with two M10 x 105mm Carriage Bolts (64) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (48).
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4. While another person holds the Handlebar (7) near the Handlebar Post (6), feed the Upper Wire Harness (16) and the Pulse Sensor Wire (45) up through the indicated hole in the Handlebar. Attach the Handlebar to the Handlebar Post with three M8 x 25mm Button Screws (19) and three M8 Split Washers (28).
8. Attach the Seat (12) to the Seat Post (11) with four M8 Nylon Locknuts (56) and four M8 Split Washers (28). Note: The Nylon Locknuts and Split Washers may be pre-attached to the Seat. Turn the Seat Knob (31) counterclockwise two or three turns to loosen it.
HOW TO INSTALL THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 19), follow the steps below to install the receiver included with the chest pulse sensor. 1. See assembly step 6 on page 6, and remove the two M4 x 25mm Screws (not shown) and the Bookrack (8).
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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and effective. When you use the manual mode of the con- sole, you can change the resistance of the pedals with the touch of a button.
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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE Begin pedaling to activate the console. To activate the console, begin pedaling. After a few seconds, the console displays will light. A tone will then sound and the console will be ready for use. Select the manual mode.
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Measure your heart rate if desired. You can measure your heart rate using either the handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sensor. Note: If you hold the handgrip pulse sensor and wear the chest pulse sensor at the same time, the console will not display your heart rate accurately.
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HOW TO USE PRESET PROGRAMS Begin pedaling to activate the console. See step 1 on page 10. Select one of the six preset programs. When the power is turned on, the manual mode will be selected. To select a preset program, press the Program Select button repeatedly until “P1,”...
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HOW TO USE HEART RATE PROGRAMS Heart rate program 1 is designed to keep your heart rate between 60 percent and 85 percent of your esti- mated maximum heart rate while you exercise. Note: Your maximum heart rate is estimated by subtracting your age from 220.
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Begin pedaling. Each heart rate program is divided into 30 one- minute segments. One target heart rate is pro- grammed for each segment. Note: The same tar- get heart rate may be programmed for two or more consecutive segments. If heart rate pro- gram 2 is selected, the same target heart rate is programmed for all segments.
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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 15 and 16 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.com videocassettes, the exercise cycle must be connected 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 the audio cable 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 16.
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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 pages 15 to 17.
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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 programs directly from the Internet. To use programs from our Web site, the exercise cycle must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 16.
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.
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. Assembly requires the included hex keys and your own phillips screwdriver and adjustable wrench As you assemble the exercise cycle, use the drawings below to identify small parts.
PART LIST—Model No. PFEX4986.0 Key No. Qty. Description Frame Front Stabilizer Rear Stabilizer Left Side Shield Right Side Shield Handlebar Post Handlebar Bookrack Console Handlebar Foam Seat Post Seat Round Collar Round Bushing Handlebar Endcap Upper Wire Harness Wheel Magnet M8 x 25mm Button Screw M4 x 25mm Screw M4 x 16mm Screw...
• the MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFEX4986.0) • the NAME of the product (PROFORM GT 90 exercise cycle) • 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) PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.