Model No. PFEL1303.3 Serial No. USER’S MANUAL Serial Number Decal 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. Keep this manual for future reference.
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. intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general. 11. Keep your back straight when using the elliptical exerciser; do not arch your back. 2.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM® 1280 S elliptical exerciser. The PROFORM 1280 S elliptical exerciser is an incredibly smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a natural elliptical path, minimizing the impact on your knees and ankles. And the unique 1280 S features adjustable resistance and a state-ofthe-art console to help you get the most from your exercise. product model number and serial number before calling. The model number is PFEL1303.3.
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 allen wrenches, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , an adjustable wrench , and a rubber mallet .
1. While another person lifts the front of the Frame (1), thread a Leveling Foot (72) fully into the underside of the Frame. 1 Next, attach the Front Stabilizer (3) to the front of the Frame (1) with two M8 x 54mm Button Screws (33) and two M8 Split Washers (94). 3 94 94 2. Move and lift the left Flex Bar (14) out of the way and slide the Left Stabilizer Cover (31) onto the Front Stabilizer (3). Slide the Right Stabilizer Cover (116) onto the Front Stabilizer in the same way.
4. Identify the Ramp Axle (128), which is the longest axle. Slide a Ramp Axle Cover (132) onto an M6 x 18mm Button Screw (67) as shown. Tighten the Button Screw into one end of the Ramp Axle. Apply a small amount of the included grease to the Ramp Axle. 4 Side View Wide End Up 130 Have a second person hold the two Ramp Spacers (130) against the sides of the Frame (1) so they cover the indicated tubes on the Frame. See the inset drawing. Make sure that the Ramp Spacers are oriented as shown.
7. Identify the Left Handlebar (9), which is marked with a sticker. Insert the Left Handlebar into one of the Handlebar Legs (79); make sure that the Handlebar Leg is turned so the hexagonal holes are on the indicated side. Attach the Left Handlebar with two M8 x 43mm Button Bolts (50) and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (46). Do not tighten the Button Bolts yet. Make sure that the Nylon Locknuts are seated in the hexagonal holes.
10. Identify the Left Pedal (13). Attach the Left Pedal to the left Flex Bar (14) with an M10 x 35mm Carriage Bolt (20), an M10 Washer (99), an M10 Split Washer (144), and a Pedal Knob (15) as shown. Note: The Left Pedal can be attached in any of five positions (see HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDALS on page 11). 10 20 Attach the Right Pedal (12) in the same way. Make sure that both Pedals are in the same position. 12 14 13 See step 7. Tighten the four M8 x 43mm Button Bolts (50). 144 15 11.
13. Attach the Left Handlebar Cover (109) to the Console (5) with three M4 x 16mm Screws (66). Attach the Right Handlebar Cover (110) in the same way. 13 5 See assembly step 11. Tighten the eight M6 x 16mm Tapered Button Screws (107). 110 109 66 66 14. Plug the Power Cord (96) into the Power Socket (140) at the rear of the elliptical exerciser. 14 96 140 15. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical exerciser are properly tightened. Note: Some hardware may be left over after assembly is completed.
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw. Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified electrician to determine if the outlet box cover is grounded before using an adapter.
FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and effective. When the manual mode of the console is selected, the resistance of the pedals and the angle of the ramp can be changed with the touch of a button. As you work out, the console will provide continuous exercise feedback. You can even measure your heart rate using the built-in handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 21).
To use the manual mode of the console, see the instructions below. To use a Smart program, see page 15. To use a Heart Rate program, see page 16. To use an iFIT.com CD program, see page 17. To use an iFIT.com video program, see page 19. To use a program directly from our Web site, see page 20. 4 The upper section of the large display will show the distance you have pedaled and the numbers of calories and fat calories you have burned (see FAT BURNING on page 23).
ed, the heart-shaped indicator in the large display will flash each time your heart beats, and your heart rate will be shown. The small display will show your pedaling pace (in revolutions per minute). The indicator bar in the small display will Indicator Bar increase or decrease in length as you increase or decrease your pedaling pace. Note: When you use a Heart Rate program, the small display will show your heart rate instead of your pedaling pace.
appears at the tip of each arrow Indicator (see the drawing Bar at the right). Note: When the word Arrows TARGET does not appear in the small display, your actual pedaling pace will be shown. Important: The target pace is intended only to provide a goal. Your actual pace may be slower than the target pace, especially during the first few months of your exercise program. Make sure to pedal at a pace that is comfortable for you.
handgrips, keep your hands on the metal contacts for at least 30 seconds. HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM 5 Heart Rate program 1 is designed to keep your heart rate between 60% and 90% of your maximum heart rate during your workout. (Your maximum heart rate is estimated by subtracting your age from 220. For example, if you are 25 years old, your maximum heart rate is 195 beats per minute.) Heart Rate program 2 is designed to keep your heart rate near a target heart rate that you select.
The program will continue in this way until the large display shows that no time remains in the program. Note: If you stop pedaling for a few seconds, the program will end. To use the program again, reselect it and start it at the beginning. 6 3 To open the CD player, slide the center button on the CD player upward. Carefully insert an iFIT.com CD into the CD player and then close the lid. Follow your progress with the large display. See step 4 on page 13. 7 Insert an iFIT.com CD into the CD player.
5 Adjust the volume if desired. HOW TO CONNECT THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER TO YOUR VCR OR COMPUTER To adjust the volume, press the Volume – and + buttons on the CD player. 6 HOW TO CONNECT TO YOUR VCR Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the AUDIO OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. If you have a TV with a built-in VCR, see instruction B. Follow your progress with the large display. See step 4 on page 13. 7 A.
HOW TO CONNECT TO YOUR COMPUTER HOW TO USE IFIT.COM VIDEO PROGRAMS Note: If your computer has a 1/8” LINE OUT jack, see instruction A. If your computer has only a PHONES jack, see instruction B. To use iFIT.com video program, the elliptical exerciser must be connected to your VCR. See HOW TO CONNECT TO YOUR VCR on page 18. To purchase iFIT.com videocassettes, call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual. A.
• Make sure that the audio cable is properly connected and that it is fully plugged in. 2 To use a program from our Web site, press the iFIT.com button. The iFIT.com indicator will light and the letters IF will appear in the small display. To stop the program at any time, stop pedaling and press the pause button on your VCR. To restart the program, press the play button on your VCR and begin pedaling. 5 Follow your progress with the large display. See step 4 on page 13.
2. Gently remove the housing (A) from the Upright (2) and the Water Bottle Holder (91). THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR The optional chest pulse sensor provides hands-free operation and continuously monitors your heart rate during your workouts. To purchase the optional chest pulse sensor, call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual. 3. See the inset drawing. Wrap the wires (D) on the receiver (E) lengthwise around the receiver as shown.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER Stand in front of the elliptical exerciser, hold the handlebars firmly, and place one foot against the ramp in the location shown below. Pull the handlebars until the elliptical exerciser can be moved on the front wheels, and carefully move the elliptical exerciser to the desired location.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES During the first few minutes of exercise, your body uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone as you exercise. WARNING: • Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician.
PART LIST—Model No. PFEL1303.3 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 49 50 51 52 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 2 1 2 1 6 2 2 3 2 6 2 1 2 4 1 1 1 2 6 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 5 8 2 1 1 4 1 1 Description Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 1 1 8 1 1 1 7 2 1 1 2 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 Description Key No. Qty.
117 50 53 24 23 22 150 9 28 119 79 57 46 24 34 24 84 143 118 94 26 2 94 70 107 84 84 25 84 93 71 107 107 107 63 24 94 94 91 33 66 118 45 46 57 24 93 29 25 38 71 50 108 143 119 117 79 24 66 6 66 150 10 28 53 23 84 22 7 11 84 111 74 84 111 84 111 66 66 68 109 8 111 66 110 84 111 84 114 80 5 EXPLODED DRAWING A—Model No. PFEL1303.
59 58 27 64 74 87 86 58 27 17 99 144 15 133 45 20 14 59 65 151 58 98 66 75 129 16 19 122 121 46 131 83 58 72 84 42 27 101 100 36 100 46 72 4 39 12 94 148 18 146 106 149 145 148 35 78 105 21 40 115 33 84 37 49 147 99 144 51 15 44 27 112 20 59 59 52 60 17 64 84 62 90 104 103 61 1 97 58 59 66 115 69 72 33 77 98 73 43 62 85 90 55 42 46 41 54 76 89 30 113 84 89 33 94 73 32 88 98 3 47 120 124 126 127 32 59 95 116 84 123 126 125
HOW TO ORDER 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 calling: • the MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFEL1303.3) • the NAME of the product (PROFORM 1280 S elliptical exerciser) • the SERIAL NUMBER of the product (see the front cover of this manual) • the KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the part(s) (see pages 24 and 25) LIMITED WARRANTY ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.