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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com www.proform.com USER'S MANUAL Model No. PFEX71608.2 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, DO NOT CONTACT THE STORE;...
If a decal is missing or illegible, see the front cover of this manual and request a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The decal(s) may not be shown at actual size. PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on your exercise bike before using your exercise bike. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM after reading this manual, please see the front cover ® 280 CSX exercise bike. Cycling is an effective exer- of this manual. To help us assist you, note the product cise for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building model number and serial number before contacting endurance, and toning the body.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ASSEMBLY To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the exercise bike, call 1-800-445-2480. Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the exercise bike in a cleared area and remove the packing materials.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 2. While another person lifts the rear of the Frame (1), attach the Rear Stabilizer (6) with two M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolts (30) and two M10 Locknuts (33). 3. While a second person holds the Upright (13) near the Frame (1), connect the Upper Wire Harness (36) to the Lower Wire Harness (55).
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 4. Attach the Water Bottle Holder (8) to the Upright (13) with two M4 x 22mm Screws (20). 5. Attach the Handlebar (15) to the Upright (13) with two M8 x 47mm Patch Screws (9) and two M8 Curved Washers (39).
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 6. The Console (16) can use four D batteries (not included); alkaline batteries are recommended. Do not use old and new batteries together or alkaline, standard, and rechargeable batteries together. IMPORTANT: If the Console has been exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room temperature before insert- ing batteries.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 8. Attach the Seat Frame (28) to the Frame (1) with three M8 x 25mm Patch Screws (45) and three M8 Split Washers (41). 9. Loosen the Seat Knob (11) and pull it outward. Next, insert the Seat Post (5) into the Seat Frame (28).
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 10. Attach the Seat (12) to the Seat Post (5) with four M8 Locknuts (10) and four M8 Split Washers (41). Note: The M8 Locknuts (10) and the M8 Split Washers (41) may be preattached to the under- side of the Seat.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE BIKE HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT POST HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS For effective exercise, the seat should be at the prop- To adjust the pedal er height. As you pedal, there should be a slight bend straps, first pull the in your knees when the pedals are in the lowest posi- ends of the straps...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE You can even connect your MP3 player or CD player to the console sound system and listen to your favorite The advanced console offers an array of features music or audio books while you exercise.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE The lower right display can show your 1. Press any button on the console or begin pedaling speed and the pedaling to turn on the console. resistance level of the pedals.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 5. Measure your heart rate if desired. 6. Turn on the fan if desired. If there are The fan has high, low, and auto speed settings; sheets of clear Contacts while the auto mode is selected, the speed of the plastic on the fan will automatically increase or decrease as you metal contacts...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT the center indicator lights, maintain your current speed. IMPORTANT: The workout target pacer 1. Press any button on the console or begin is intended only to provide a goal. Make sure pedaling to turn on the console.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the exercise bike regu- Locate the Reed Switch (43). Turn the Crank (21) until larly. Replace any worn parts immediately. the Magnet (38) is aligned with the Reed Switch. Loosen, but do not remove, the indicated M4 x 16mm To clean the exercise bike, use a damp cloth and a Screw (49).
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING: Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exer- cise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of Before beginning this time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your or any exercise program, consult your physi- body uses carbohydrate calories for energy.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com PART LIST Model No. PFEX71608.2 R1011A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description Frame M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolt Front Stabilizer Pillow Block Spring Idler Block Stabilizer Cap M10 Locknut Seat Post M5 Washer Rear Stabilizer Leveling Foot...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to provide the following information when contacting us: • the model number and serial number of the product (see the front cover of this manual) •...
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