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Model No. PFEX03910.2 Serial No. USER’S MANUAL 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 www.proformservice.com/ registration. CUSTOMER CARE For service at any time, go to www.proformservice.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.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM ® reading this manual, please see the front cover of this SPX exercise bike. Cycling is an effective exercise manual. To help us assist you, note the product model for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endur- number and serial number before contacting us.
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. one adjustable wrench • Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the packing materials.
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3. Remove the two screws, the two washers, and the shipping bracket (not shown) from the front of the Frame (1). Discard the screws, washers, and shipping bracket. Attach the Front Stabilizer (8) to the Frame (1) with two M10 x 25mm Screws (34) and two Stabilizer Washers (33).
6. Attach the Handlebar (5) to the Handlebar Post (4) with the Handle (31) and the Handle Washer (32). Note: The Handle (31) functions like a ratchet. Turn the Handle clockwise, pull the Handle outward, turn the Handle counterclockwise, push the Handle inward, and then turn the Handle clockwise again.
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8. Orient the Seat (22) and the Seat Carriage (3) as shown. Attach the Seat (22) to the Seat Carriage (3) with two M8 Hex Nuts (71). Make sure that the nose of the Seat is pointing straight ahead before you tighten the Hex Nuts.
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11. The Console (75) requires two AAA batteries (not included); alkaline batteries are recom- mended. IMPORTANT: If the Console has been exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room temperature before you insert batteries. Otherwise, you may dam- age the console display or other electronic components.
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13. The Transmitter (81) requires two AAA bat- teries (not included); alkaline batteries are recommended. Remove the battery cover from the front of the Transmitter (81), and insert batteries into the bat- tery compartment. Make sure that the batteries are oriented as shown by the diagrams inside the battery compartment.
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE HOW TO ADJUST THE ANGLE OF THE SEAT HOW TO ADJUST THE HORIZONTAL POSITION OF THE HANDLEBAR You can adjust the angle of the seat to the position that is most comfortable. You can also slide the seat for- To adjust the hori- ward or backward to increase your comfort or to adjust zontal position of the...
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HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDALING RESISTANCE HOW TO MAINTAIN THE EXERCISE BIKE To increase the resis- Inspect and tighten all parts of the exercise bike regu- tance of the pedals, larly. Replace any worn parts immediately. Resistance turn the resistance Knob knob clockwise;...
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM HOW TO PERSONALIZE CONSOLE SETTINGS 1. Turn on the console. Press any button to turn on the console. 2. Enter the setup mode. First, press the Left but- ton repeatedly until the word SPEED appears in the lower display. Then, press and hold the Right button for several seconds to enter the setup mode.
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4. Define the target heart rate zone if desired. 6. Select a unit of measurement if desired. The maximum heart rate The console can display speed, distance, and will flash in the middle left weight in standard or metric measurements. display.
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HOW TO SET THE CLOCK HOW TO USE THE CONSOLE 1. Turn on the console. 1. Turn on the console. Press any button to turn on the console. Press any button to turn on the console. 2. Wear an optional heart rate monitor if desired. 2.
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The lower display—This display can show the fol- To turn on the console backlight for a few sec- lowing workout information: onds, press the Right button once at any time. Speed (SPEED)—This Note: The console can display speed and display shows your distance in either miles or kilometers.
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HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE ALARM THE OPTIONAL CHEST HEART RATE MONITOR The heart rate alarm will alert you when your heart Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your rate is below or above a defined target heart rate cardiovascular system, the key to achieving the best zone.
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.
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.
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SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch; never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible.
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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