Model No. PFEL5055.0 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.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN cover of this manual. To help us assist you, note the product model number and serial number before calling. The model number is PFEL5055.0. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the elliptical exerciser (see the front cover of this manual). Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM® 835 S elliptical exerciser. The PROFORM 835 S is an incredibly smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a natural elliptical path, minimizing the impact on your knees and ankles.
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 your own phillips screwdriver and rubber mallet .
2. Identify the Rear Stabilizer (6). While another person lifts the back of the Frame (1), attach the Rear Stabilizer to the Frame with the Support Plate (64) and four M8 x 44mm Button Screws (84). 2 1 6 64 3. Have another person hold the Upright (2) in the position shown. Connect the Upper Wire Harness (30) to the Lower Wire Harness (42). Insert the connectors on the Wire Harnesses up into the Upright (2).
5. Attach the Water Bottle Holder (70) to the Upright (2) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (94). 5 2 70 94 6. Apply grease to the long side of a Bolt Set (65). Have a second person hold the lower end of the left Upper Body Arm (29) inside of the bracket on the Left Pedal Leg (4). Attach the left Upper Body Arm to the Left Pedal Leg with the Bolt Set. 6 29 Identify the Left Pedal (10).
8. Have another person hold the Console (17) near the Upright (2). Connect the Upper Wire Harness (30) to the wire harness on the Console. Carefully insert all excess wiring down into the Upright (2). Attach the Console (17) to the Upright with four M4 x 19mm Screws (91) and two Console Brackets (95). (Note: The Screws may be found in the console box.) Be careful to avoid pinching the wires. 8 Do not pinch the wires during this step. 17 91 30 95 91 2 91 95 9.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE the pedals and prompts you to increase or decrease your pace as it guides you through an effective workout. 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 can be changed with the touch of a button. As you pedal, the console will provide continuous exercise feedback.
The right display—The upper part of the right display will show the distance (total number of revolutions) you have pedaled and the approximate number of calories you have burned. The display will change from one number to the other every few seconds. The upper part of the display will also show your heart rate when you use the handgrip pulse sensor (see step 5 on page 10). HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 2 3 4 Turn on the console. To turn on the console, press the On/Reset button or begin pedaling.
5 6 Measure your heart rate if desired. If there are thin sheets of plastic on the metal contacts on the handgrip pulse sensor, Contacts peel off the plastic. Place your hands on the handgrip pulse sensor, with your palms on the upper contacts and your fingers touching the lower contacts. Avoid moving your hands. When your pulse is detected, the heart-shaped indicator in the upper part of the right display will begin to flash each time your heart beats.
The program will continue until the resistance setting for the last segment is shown in the Current Segment column and no time remains in the right display. HOW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM 1 2 3 Turn on the console. See step 1 on page 9. Select one of the preset programs. To select one of Matrix the eight preset programs, press the Program button repeatedly until the word “PROGRAM” and the number 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8 appear in the left display.
HOW TO USE A PULSE CONTROL PROGRAM Pulse control program 1 is designed to keep your heart rate between 60% and 85% of your estimated maximum heart rate while you exercise. Note: Your maximum heart rate is estimated by subtracting your age from 220. For example, if you are 30 years old, your estimated maximum heart rate is 190 (220 – 30 = 190). 3 Enter your age. 4 Enter a target heart rate. Pulse control program 2 will keep your heart rate near a target heart rate that you select.
6 Press the Start button or begin pedaling to start the program. Pulse control program 2—This program is divided into 60 one-minute segments. The same target heart rate is programmed for all segments. Note: For a shorter workout, stop exercising or select a different program before the program ends. Pulse control program 1—This program is divided into 20 one-minute segments. One target heart rate is programmed for each segment.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. Stand in front of the elliptical exerciser, hold the handlebars firmly, and place one foot against one of the wheels. Pull the handlebars until the elliptical exerciser can be moved on the wheels, and carefully move the elliptical exerciser to the desired location.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 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 pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general.
SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1 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. Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees and back. 2 2. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended.
PART LIST—Model No. PFEL5055.0 Key No. Qty.
EXPLODED DRAWING A—Model No. PFEL5055.
EXPLODED DRAWING B—Model No. PFEL5055.
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, please be prepared to give the following information when calling: • the MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFEL5055.0) • the NAME of the product (PROFORM 835 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 17 to 19) PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.