Model No. PFEL8947.0 Serial No. USER’S MANUAL Serial Number Decal (under frame) QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are committed to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT DIRECTLY. CALL TOLL-FREE: 1-888-533-1333 Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MST ON THE WEB: www.proformservice.com CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions 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 elliptical exercise only as described in this manual. 10. The pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM® 160 elliptical exerciser. The 160 elliptical exerciser provides a wide array of features designed to make your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable. 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.
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 , an adjustable wrench , and a rubber mallet .
1. 1 To make assembly easier, read the information on page 5 before you begin assembling the elliptical exerciser. 89 25 25 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). 97 26 89 35 Attach two Feet (26) to the underside of the Front Stabilizer (35). 26 2. Have a second person tip the Frame (2) backward.
4. Have a second person hold the Upright (6) near the Frame (2) as shown. 4 48 6 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. 95 100 95 Insert the Upright (6) into the Frame (2). Attach the Upright with three M8 x 16mm Button Screws (95) and three Star Washers (100).
7. Position an Inner Handlebar Cover (18) and an Outer Handlebar Cover (19) around the Left Handlebar (8) as shown. 7 18 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. 79 8 19 93 Repeat this step for the Right Handlebar (not shown). 8. Apply a generous amount of grease to the Pivot Axle (65) and insert it into the Frame (2).
. 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. 9 9 8 Attach the Left Handlebar (8) with an M10 x 23mm Shoulder Screw (80) and an M10 x 20mm x 1mm Washer (81). 65 98 Repeat this step to attach the Right Handlebar (9) to the Pivot Axle (65). 81 80 Grease 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). 11 Apply a small amount of grease to both sides of two Wave Washers (98). Place a Wave Washer on each Pedal Leg Axle (32). 11 Orient the Left Pedal Leg (14) as shown, and slide it onto the Pedal Leg Axles (32).
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER Due to the size and weight of the elliptical exerciser, 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. Pull on the upright and have a second person lift the base until the elliptical exerciser will roll on the front wheels. Carefully move the elliptical exerciser to the desired location, and then lower it to the floor.
FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE You can also use four calorie goal programs designed to help you burn 300 or 400 calories in 25, 30, or 45minute workouts. The calorie goal programs automatically control the resistance of the pedals and prompt you to increase or decrease your pace while counting the calories you burn. The advanced console offers an array of features designed to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable.
When a program is selected, the left side of the display will also show the approximate number of calories you have burned. HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 Press the Resistance decrease button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. The center of the display—When you select the manual mode, the center of the display will show a track that represents 640 revolutions. As you exercise, indicators will appear in succession around the track until the entire track appears.
5 Measure your heart rate if desired. 6 If there are sheets of clear plastic on Metal Contacts the metal contacts on the handgrip pulse sensor, remove the plastic. To measure your heart rate, hold the handgrip pulse sensor with your palms resting against the metal contacts. Avoid moving your hands or gripping the contacts too tightly. Change the display color if desired. Press the Display Color button repeatedly to select a backlight color for the display. 7 Turn on the fan if desired.
When the first segment is completed, all resistance settings will move one column to the left. The resistance setting for the second segment will then be shown in the flashing Current Segment column and the resistance of the pedals will automatically adjust to the setting for the second segment. Note: If all the indicators in the Current Segment column are lit, the resistance settings may move downward so that only the highest indicators appear in the matrix.
4 Perform the first strength exercise when prompted. 5 Continue the cross training program. When you have performed the recommended number of repetitions, the words START PEDALING will appear in the display. To continue the cross training program, step onto the elliptical exerciser and start pedaling. the pedals will automatically adjust to the resistance setting for the next segment.
Important: The target rpm settings are intended only to provide motivation. Your actual pace may be slower than the target rpm settings. Make sure to exercise at a pace that is comfortable for you. Note: If you manually override the resistance settings of a calorie goal program, you may not reach your calorie goal. HOW TO USE A CALORIE GOAL PROGRAM 1 Press the Resistance decrease button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the display will light.
words PEDALING IN RANGE appear, maintain your current pace. HOW TO USE THE HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAM 1 Press the Resistance decrease button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the display will light. 2 Important: The target rpm settings are intended only to provide motivation. Your actual pace may be slower than the target rpm settings. Make sure to exercise at a pace that is comfortable for you. Select the high performance program.
5 HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAM 1 During the program, the console will regularly compare your heart rate to the target heart rate. If your heart rate is too far below or above the target heart rate, the resistance of the pedals will automatically increase or decrease to bring your heart rate closer to the target heart rate. Press the Resistance decrease button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the display will light.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. drive belt may need to be adjusted. To adjust the drive belt, first remove the screws from the left and right side shields (not shown). Gently pull the side shields apart and remove the convenience tray. To clean the elliptical exerciser, use a damp cloth and a small amount of mild soap.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity. The proper intensity level can be found by using your heart rate as a guide. WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. The chart below shows recommended heart rates for fat burning, maximum fat burning, and cardiovascular (aerobic) exercise. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
STRENGTH TRAINING GUIDELINES To increase the size and strength of your muscles, you must work your muscles at a level close to their maximum capacity. Your muscles will adapt and grow as you progressively increase the amount of weight that you use. You can tone your muscles by working them at a moderate percentage of their capacity. The proper amount of weight to use for each strength exercise depends on you—you must gauge your limits and select an appropriate amount of weight.
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PART LIST—Model No. PFEL8947.0 Key No. Qty. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 4 4 1 1 2 4 4 8 4 1 2 1 2 1 1 12 2 1 2 1 8 4 1 Description R0906B Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. 97 98 99 100 2 8 1 3 Description Key No. Qty. M10 Nylon Locknut Wave Washer M4 x 12mm Screw Star Washer # # # 3 1 1 Description Hex Key Grease User’s Manual 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.
3 33 74 96 26 97 33 23 41 25 89 11 66 74 98 80 19 81 64 4 90 39 89 18 17 63 40 26 35 61 50 47 20 73 58 2 77 79 100 95 57 47 43 98 44 70 69 70 23 73 51 86 86 79 79 85 75 38 97 36 41 25 79 93 71 8 10 76 95 65 85 96 68 79 67 20 56 89 59 45 44 6 62 96 53 75 78 72 99 38 47 77 100 95 5 85 36 17 4 3 48 86 74 49 74 66 98 33 11 55 18 9 79 10 41 1 52 26 93 41 71 19 98 79 47 33 96 81 49 80 EXPLODED DRAWING
80 80 27 54 84 30 92 31 32 91 60 98 33 82 94 41 32 80 34 24 41 92 85 83 12 33 31 27 46 79 86 22 83 82 79 98 41 14 13 79 34 27 7 88 85 79 46 87 88 42 28 41 46 80 94 32 86 92 31 91 29 33 98 60 79 33 54 37 30 91 98 41 84 88 82 21 94 41 15 16 80 32 31 80 92 83 85 41 87 88 41 24 94 91 34 88 46 85 46 42 27 34 7 27 22 83 82 87 46 EXPLODED DRAWING B—Model No. PFEL8947.
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