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proform.com USER’S MANUAL Model No. PFEL64918.0 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY To register your product and activate your warranty today, go to my.proform.com. CUSTOMER CARE For service at any time, go to proformservice.com.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical before using your elliptical. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sus- tained by or through the use of this product.
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18. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the 20. Over exercising may result in serious injury pedals will continue to move until the fly- or death. If you feel faint, if you become short wheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed in of breath, or if you experience pain while a controlled way.
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PART IDENTIFICATION CHART Use the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. The number in parentheses below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The number following the key number is the quantity needed for assembly.
ASSEMBLY • To hire an authorized service technician to • In addition to the included tool(s), assembly assemble this product, call 1-800-445-2480. requires the following tools: one Phillips screwdriver • Assembly requires two persons. two adjustable wrenches • Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the packing materials.
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2. With the help of a second person, place some of the packing materials (not shown) under the rear of the Frame (1). Have the second person hold the Frame to prevent it from tipping while you complete this step. If there are shipping supports attached to the rear of the Frame (1), remove the screws from the shipping supports, and discard the screws...
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4. Using a plastic bag to keep your fingers clean, apply some of the included grease to the right Crank Arm (20). Next, identify the Right Roller Arm (59), orient it as shown, and slide it onto the right Crank Arm (20).
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6. Locate the wire tie (A) in the lower end of the Upright (4). See the inset drawing. Tie the wire tie to the Upper Wire (110) as shown. Then, pull the upper end of the wire tie until the Upper Wire is routed through the Upright.
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8. Orient the Right Pedal Arm (58) as shown, and then apply grease to the axle. Insert the Right Pedal Arm (58) into the Right Upper Body Leg (60) and into the Right Roller Arm (59). Attach the Right Pedal Arm (58) to the Right Roller Arm (59) with an M8 x 20mm Flat Head Screw (120) and a Retainer (55);...
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10. See step 5. Tighten the four M10 x 25mm Screws (92). Next, untie and discard the wire tie on the Upper Avoid pinching Wire (110). the wires While a second person holds the Console (7) near the Upright (4), plug the Upper Wire (110) and the Pulse Wire (63) into the receptacles on the Console.
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12. Orient the Accessory Tray (37) as shown, and attach it to the Upright (4) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (101). 13. Orient a Lower Tray Cover (81) as shown, and attach it to the right side of the Accessory Tray (37) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (101).
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15. Orient the Front Shield Cover (117) and the Center Shield Cover (75) around the Upright (4). Then, attach them to each other with two M4 x 16mm Screws (101). Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Press the Front Avoid pinching Shield Cover (117) and the Center Shield Cover the wires (75) into the Left and Right Shields (73, 74).
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18. Attach the Tablet Holder (132) to the Console (7) with four Tablet Holder Screws (133); start all the Tablet Holder Screws, and then tighten them. Make sure that all parts are properly tight- ened. Extra parts may be included. Place a mat beneath the elliptical to protect the floor.
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD A temporary adapter may 2-pole Receptacle This product must be grounded. If it should mal- be used to function or break down, grounding provides a path of connect the Adapter least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk power cord...
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HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL Due to the size and weight of the elliptical, moving If the elliptical rocks slightly on your floor during use, it requires two persons. Stand in front of the elliptical, turn one or both of the leveling feet (D) beneath the hold the upright (A), and place one foot against one of rear of the frame or turn the leveling foot (E) under...
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HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL To mount the elliptical, hold the handlebars (G) or the upper body arms (H) and step onto the pedal (I) that is in the lower position. Then, step onto the other pedal. Push the pedals until they begin to move with a con- tinuous motion.
HOW TO USE THE CONSOLE CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The console also offers a selection of onboard work- outs. Each onboard workout automatically changes the IMPORTANT: To activate your console and begin resistance of the pedals and prompts you to maintain using its exclusive features, see assembly step 19 a target pedaling speed as it guides you through an on page 16.
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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER 2. Select the manual mode. IMPORTANT: If the elliptical has been exposed to When you turn on the console, the manual mode cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem- will be selected automatically. perature before you turn on the power.
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Calories per Hour (CALS/HR)—The approximate To manually advance the scan cycle, press the number of calories you are burning per hour. Multi-scan button (B) repeatedly. Resistance (RESIST)—The resistance level of the To turn off the scan mode, press the Display pedals.
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5. Measure your heart rate if desired. When your pulse is detected, your heart rate will be shown in the display. For the most accurate heart You can measure your heart rate using either the rate reading, hold the contacts for at least 15 seconds.
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HOW TO USE AN ONBOARD WORKOUT appear in the display, increase your pedaling speed. When the words TOO FAST appear, 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the decrease your pedaling speed. When no words console to turn on the console. appear, maintain your current pedaling speed.
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HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM HOW TO CONNECT YOUR TABLET TO THE CONSOLE To play music or audio books through the console sound system while you exercise, plug a 3.5 mm male The console supports Bluetooth connections to tab- to 3.5 mm male audio cable (not included) into the lets via the iFit–Smart Cardio Equipment app and to jack on the console and into a jack on your personal...
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5. Disconnect your tablet from the console if HOW TO CHANGE CONSOLE SETTINGS desired. 1. Select the settings mode. To disconnect your tablet from the console, first select the disconnect option in the iFit–Smart If you are using the manual mode or an onboard Cardio Equipment app.
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Display Test—This screen is intended to be used Contrast Level—The currently selected contrast by service technicians to identify whether the level will appear in the display. Press the display is working correctly. Resistance increase and decrease buttons to adjust the contrast level. Button Test—This screen is intended to be used by service technicians to identify whether a certain button is working correctly.
FCC INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH HOW TO ADJUST THE DRIVE BELT If the console does not display correct feedback, the If the pedals slip while you are pedaling, even while reed switch should be adjusted. To adjust the reed the resistance is adjusted to the highest level, the drive switch, first press the power switch and unplug the belt may need to be adjusted.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exer- WARNING: 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.
PART LIST Model No. PFEL64918.0 R1119A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description Frame/Ramp Roller Rear Stabilizer Left Pedal Handle Access Cover Axle Cover Upright Pivot Spacer M4 x 19mm Screw Retainer Front Stabilizer Roller Arm Bushing Console Large Arm Bearing Roller Guide Right Pedal Arm Crank Bearing Spacer...
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Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description M4 x 16mm Screw Frame Bushing M8 Locknut M10 x 47mm Bolt M6 x 12mm Screw Small Arm Bearing M10 x 115mm Screw M4 x 16mm Machine Screw M4 x 25mm Flange Screw –...
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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