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(" rLLc PROGRAMMABLE RESISTANCE FITNESS TRAINER -Model No. 831.287450 Serial Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number PA TENT PENDING MANUAL ® OWNER'S QUESTIONS?: As amanufacture_, we are committed to providing you complete cu._tomer satisfaction, if you have any questions, or find there are missing or damaged...
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'AIR CYCLE TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ......_ ..-.. 2 Important Safety Precautions ....Before You Begin ......Assembly Operation and Adjustment ...... Maintenance and Trouble-Shooting ....Conditioning Guidelines ......Part Ust ........Exploded Drawing ......Ordering Replacement Parts.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or Injury to persons, read the following important safety precautions and lnformatlon before operating the exercise bike. 1. Plug the power cord directly Into any standard outleL Keep the cord away from walkways and heated surfaces.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the Pro Form AIR CYCLE Programmable Resistance Fitness Trainer. The Pro Form AIR CYCLE blends advanced engineering and ergonomic styling to offer you an effective enjoyable cardiovascular workout in the convenience and privacy of your home.
.SSEMBLY _lace all parts in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing naterials until the bike is fully assembled and all parts areaccounted for. Read the instructions _elow carefully before beginning. Assembly can be completed using an adjustable wrench.
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Plug the PoweT_ord (66) into the Power Plug (37) at the rear of the Side Shields (14, 58). Insert the Pin in the right Link Arm (43) through ° hole in the lower end of the Right Handlebar (35), and slide a Washer (21) onto the Pin.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT Plug the transformer into a 120-volt outlet. Make sure the power cord is away from walkways heated surfaces.
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PROGRAMMABLE CONSOLE DIAGRAM Electronic Monitor Programmable Resistance Program Time Control Contro!s Manual Resistance Control Indicator 000000 Program Start/Stop Power Programmable Console MANUAL RESISTANCE MODE OPERATION Before turning the power on, move the manual resistance control to the lowest position. Turn the power on by pressing the power key.
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Press the program start/stop key and begin pedaling. The pedaling resistance will automatically adjust to the setting of the first programmable resistance control. After one-eighth of the total time set'has elapsed, the resistance will adjust to the setting of the second control.
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DUAL-ACTIONMODE Toconvertthe handlebarsto the dual-actionmode,first removethe link arms fromthe lockingpegson the frame. Rotatethe link arms up and back untilthey reachtl_epedals. Pressthe linkarms outwardagainstthe pedalwashers, whilepulling againstthe bottomof the pedalwasherswith your fingers. Slide the linkarms onto the pedal bushings. It may be helpfulto movethe linkarms up and down slightlyuntil they slide ontothe bushings.
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TIGHTENING THE CHAIN This exercisebike utilizes a high-precision chain which mustbe kept properlyadjusted. If the chain too loose, the fan may be damaged. If the chain is too tight, the bearings may be damaged. Checkthe chain periodically in the following manner.
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During the first few weeks of your exercise program, you should keep your heart rate near the low end of your Training Zone. Over the course of a few months, gradually increase your heart rate until it reaches the high end of your Training Zone.
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INNERTHIGHSTRETCH Sitwiththe solesof your feet together and knees outward. Pull your feet as close into the groin area as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat three times. Stretches: Quadriceps, hip muscles. TOE TOUCHES Standing with your knees bent slightly, slowly bend forward from the hips.
EXPLODED DRAWING - MODEL NO. 831.287450 Bey. 4/91 Specifications are subject to change without noti_ Crank Assembly 13 14 \21/- ° -'>...
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ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS Each EXERCISE BIKE has its own MODEL NUMBER. Always mention this MODEL NUMBER when requesting service or repair parts for your EXERCISE BIKE. All parts listed herein may be ordered through SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. SERVICE CENTERS most SEARS RETAIL STORES.
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ELECTRONIC MONITOR OPERATION GUIDE Your exercise bike features a microprocessor-based monitor, designed to give contin- uous exercise feedback as you work out. Please read the instructions below carefully before using the monitor. Save this guide for future reference. MONITOR MODES SPEED- Displays your pedaling...
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z. Select the mode desired in the following manner: SCAN- After the monitor is turned on, an arrow will point to the word "Scan". The SPEED, TIME and DISTANCE modes will be displayed, for about 5 seconds each, in a repeating cycle.