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Model No. PFEL8947.0
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Serial Number Decal
(under frame)
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  • Page 1 Model No. PFEL8947.0 Serial No. Serial Number Decal (under frame) QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT DIRECTLY.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    LIMITED WARRANTY ............. .Back Cover PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
  • Page 3: Important Precautions

    IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau- tions before using the elliptical exerciser. 1. Read all instructions in this manual and all warnings on the elliptical exerciser before using the elliptical exerciser. Use the ellipti- cal exercise only as described in this manual.
  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    Accessory Tray Water Bottle Holder* Pedal Leveling Foot tacting us. The model number is PFEL8947.0. The ® serial number can be found on a decal attached to the elliptical exerciser (see the front cover of this manual). To avoid a registration fee for any service needed under warranty, you must register the elliptical exerciser at www.proformservice.com/registration.
  • Page 5: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser, call toll-free 1-800-445-2480. Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the included hex keys, assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver wrench , and a rubber mallet...
  • Page 6 To make assembly easier, read the infor- mation on page 5 before you begin assem- bling the elliptical exerciser. Orient the the Front Stabilizer (35) as shown. Attach the two Wheels (25) to the Front Stabilizer with two M10 x 62mm Bolts (89) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (97).
  • Page 7 4. Have a second person hold the Upright (6) near the Frame (2) as shown. Pull the Wire Harness (48) out of the Frame (2) and insert it upward through the Upright (6). Do not let the Wire Harness fall into the Upright; use a piece of tape or an elastic band to hold the Wire Harness in place until step 12.
  • Page 8 7. Position an Inner Handlebar Cover (18) and an Outer Handlebar Cover (19) around the Left Handlebar (8) as shown. Attach the Inner and Outer Handlebar Covers (18, 19) with three M4 x 16mm Self-tapping Screws (79) and an M4 x 13mm Washer (93). Start all three Self-tapping Screws before tightening them.
  • Page 9 9. Apply a small amount of grease to both sides of a Wave Washer (98). Slide the Wave Washer onto the left side of the Pivot Axle (65). Next, slide the Left Handlebar (8) onto the Pivot Axle as shown. Attach the Left Handlebar (8) with an M10 x 23mm Shoulder Screw (80) and an M10 x 20mm x 1mm Washer (81).
  • Page 10 11. Apply a generous amount of grease to two Pedal Leg Axles (32). Insert one Pedal Leg Axle into the bottom of the Left Handlebar Leg (11). Insert the other Pedal Leg Axle into the left Roller Leg (21). Apply a small amount of grease to both sides of two Wave Washers (98).
  • Page 11: How To Use The Elliptical Exerciser

    HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER Due to the size and weight of the elliptical exercis- er, moving it requires two persons. Stand in front of the elliptical exerciser, hold the upright, and place one foot against one of the front wheels.
  • Page 12 FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers an array of features designed to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. When you select the manual mode of the console, you can change the resistance of the pedals with the touch of a button.
  • Page 13 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE Press the Resistance decrease button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the dis- play will light. Select the manual mode. Each time you turn on the console, the manual mode will be selected automatically.
  • Page 14 Measure your heart rate if desired. If there are sheets of clear plastic on the metal contacts on the handgrip pulse sensor, remove the plastic. To measure your heart rate, hold the handgrip pulse sen- sor with your palms resting against the metal contacts. Avoid moving your hands or gripping the contacts too tightly.
  • Page 15 HOW TO USE A CROSS TRAINING PROGRAM Press the Resistance decrease button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the dis- play will light. Select one of the five cross training programs. To select a cross training program, press the Programs button repeatedly until the name of the desired cross training program appears in the dis-...
  • Page 16 Perform the first strength exercise when prompted. When the first strength exercise segment begins, the name of the first strength exercise will appear in the display for a few seconds. The time will pause and flash in the display. Next, the display will show the recommended number of repetitions for the first strength exer- cise.
  • Page 17 HOW TO USE A CALORIE GOAL PROGRAM Press the Resistance decrease button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the dis- play will light. Select one of the calorie goal programs. Press the Programs button repeatedly until the name of the desired calorie goal program appears in the display.
  • Page 18 HOW TO USE THE HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAM Press the Resistance decrease button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the dis- play will light. Select the high performance program. Press the Programs button repeatedly until the words HIGH PERFORMANCE appear in the dis- play.
  • Page 19 HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAM Press the Resistance decrease button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the dis- play will light. Select the heart rate control program. Press the Programs button repeatedly until the words HEART RATE CONTROL appear in the display.
  • Page 20: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. To clean the elliptical exerciser, use a damp cloth and a small amount of mild soap. Important: To avoid damage to the console, keep liquids away from the console and keep the console out of direct sunlight.
  • Page 21: Conditioning Guidelines

    CONDITIONING GUIDELINES WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise pro- gram, consult your physician. This is espe- cially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. The pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings.
  • Page 22 STRENGTH TRAINING GUIDELINES During strength exercises, you must maintain proper form for the best results. Maintaining proper form involves moving through the full range of motion for each exercise and moving only the appropriate parts of the body. Exercising in an uncontrolled manner will reduce the benefits of strength exercises.
  • Page 23 NOTES...
  • Page 24: Part List

    PART LIST—Model No. PFEL8947.0 Key No. Qty. Description Base Frame Outer Crank Arm Cover Inner Crank Arm Cover Console Upright Roller Cover Left Handlebar Right Handlebar Handlebar Endcap Handlebar Leg Left Roller Leg Left Pedal Left Pedal Leg Right Pedal...
  • Page 25 Key No. Qty. Description M10 Nylon Locknut Wave Washer M4 x 12mm Screw Star Washer Note: “#” indicates a non-illustrated part. Specifications are subject to change without notice. See the back cover of this manual for information about ordering replacement parts. Key No.
  • Page 26: Exploded Drawing

    EXPLODED DRAWING A—Model No. PFEL8947.0 R0906B...
  • Page 27 EXPLODED DRAWING B—Model No. PFEL8947.0 R0906B...
  • Page 28: How To Order Replacement Parts

    • the MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFEL8947.0) • the NAME of the product (PROFORM 160 elliptical exerciser) • the SERIAL NUMBER of the product (see the front cover of this manual) •...

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