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Patent Pending Model No. PFEX17931 USER’S MANUAL Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? If you have questions, or if there are missing parts, we will guarantee complete satisfac- tion through direct assistance from our factory.
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 readings. The pulse sensor is intended only using the exercise cycle. as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general.
Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM ® Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, GL36 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effec- Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain tive exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness, Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, building endurance, and toning the entire body.
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two persons. 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 and Phillips screw- driver Use the part drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly.
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1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (2). While another person lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame with two M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolts (65) and two M10 Black Nylon Locknuts (63). Make sure that the Front Stabilizer is turned so the Wheels (30) are not touching the floor.
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4. Slide the two Handlebar Collars (7) onto the Left Handlebar (50). Insert the Right Handlebar (51) into the Left Handlebar. Connect the Handlebar Collars, the Left Handlebar, and the Right Handlebar with two M4 x 16mm Screws (66). Attach the Handlebar Bracket (15) to the Left and Right Handlebars (50, 51) with four M8 x 22mm Button Screws (74).
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8. Attach the Seat (12) to the Seat Bracket (6) with four M8 Nylon Locknuts (10) and four M8 Split Washers (70). Note: The Nylon Locknuts and the Split Washers may be pre-attached to the underside of the Seat. Turn the indicated Adjustment Knob (28) counterclock- wise two or three turns to loosen it.
HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT POST HOW TO ADJUST THE UPRIGHT For effective exer- The upright can be cise, the seat adjusted to the should be at the height that is the Seat proper height. As most comfortable for Upright you pedal, there...
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Fan Button Display Buttons On/Reset Button Resistance Buttons FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE sonal trainer in your home. Using a stereo audio cable (available at electronics stores), you can connect the The advanced console offers a selection of features exercise cycle to your home stereo, portable stereo, designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and computer, or VCR and play special iFIT.com CD and effective.
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seconds. If you use the handgrip pulse sensor, HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE the display will also show your heart rate (see step 5 on page 12). Turn on the console. To view only the distance Upper Button you have pedaled or the Note: The console requires four 1.5V “D”...
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To reset the displays, press the On/Reset button. For the most accurate heart rate reading, continue to hold the handgrips for about 30 seconds. Note: Note: The con- When you first hold the handgrips, the large dis- sole can show play will show your heart rate continuously for 30 speed and dis- seconds.
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The target pace HOW TO USE A SMART PROGRAM for the current Indicator period will be shown by the Each Smart program will automatically change the arrows in the Arrows resistance of the pedals and prompt you to increase or small display.
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to operate properly. Each time you hold the HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM handgrips, keep your hands on the metal con- tacts for at least 30 seconds. Note: When you are not holding the handgrips, the letters PLS will Heart Rate program 1 is designed to keep your heart appear in the large display instead of your heart rate between 65% and 85% of your maximum heart...
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Note: If you stop pedaling for a few seconds, the HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, program will end. To use the program again, rese- OR COMPUTER lect it and start it at the beginning. Follow your progress with the large display. To use iFIT.com CDs, the exercise cycle must be con- nected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home See step 4 on page 11.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note: If your stereo has an RCA-type AUDIO OUT Note: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, jack, see instruction A below. If your stereo has a see instruction A below.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR Note: If your computer has a 1/8” LINE OUT jack, Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A. If your computer has only a see instruction A below. If the AUDIO OUT jack is PHONES jack, see instruction B.
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The program will function in almost the same way HOW TO USE IFIT.COM CD AND VIDEO as a Smart program (see step 3 on page 13). PROGRAMS However, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the resistance level and/or the target pace is about to change.
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Start your Web browser, if necessary, and go HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM to our Web site at www.iFIT.com. OUR WEB SITE Follow the desired links on our Web site to select a program. Our Web site at www.iFIT.com allows you to play iFIT.com programs directly from the internet.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the exercise cycle reg- • For the most accurate heart rate reading, hold the ularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. metal contacts for about 30 seconds. To clean the exercise cycle, use a damp cloth and a •...
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES The following guidelines will help you to plan your During the first few minutes of exercise, your body exercise program. Remember that proper nutrition uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for ener- and adequate rest are essential for successful results. gy.
• The NAME of the product (PROFORM ® GL36 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 Health &...