ProForm 700 manual

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    Serial Number Decal Visit our website at www .proform.com new products, prizes, fitness tips, and much more! USER’S MANUAL CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment. Keep this manual for future reference. Model No. 831.285281 Serial No. Patent Pending SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN EST A TES, IL 601[...]

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORT ANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBL Y . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    3 IMPORT ANT PRECAUTIONS W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of serious injury , read the following important precau- tions before using the elliptical crosstrainer . 1. Read all instructions in this manual before using the elliptical crosstrainer . 2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of the elliptical crosstrainer are adequ[...]

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    4 BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM ® 700 CARDIO CROSSTRAINER. The PROFORM ® 700 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 PROFORM ® 700 features adjustable resistance and a state-of-the- art console to help you [...]

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    5 ASSEMBL Y Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer 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 . As you [...]

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    6 1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (3), which has Wheels (32) attached to it. While another person lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame with two M10 x 1 12mm Carriage Bolts (34) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (29). Make sure that the Front Stabilizer is turned so the Wheels are not touching the floor . 3 29 32 32 3[...]

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    8. Hold the lower end of the Left Handlebar (9) inside of the Front Flex Bracket (17) on the left Flex Bar (14). Apply grease to an M10 x 78mm Button Bolt (27). Attach the Left Handlebar (9) to the Front Flex Bracket (17) with the Button Bolt, two M10 Zinc W ashers (38), and an M10 Zinc Nylon Locknut (88). Do not over- tighten the Nylon Locknut; th[...]

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    INST ALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (refer to page 20), follow the steps below to install the receiver and the jumper wire included with the chest pulse sensor . 1. Remove the four indicated screws from the back of the Console (5). Lift off the front of the Console. 2. Plug th[...]

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    9 HOW T O USE THE ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDALS The motion of the pedals is deter- mined by their position on the flex bars. Their are five different pedal positions. T o adjust the pedals, first loosen the knob beneath each pedal. Slide the pedals forward or backward to the desired position, and retighten the knobs. Make sure th[...]

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    10 FEA TURES 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 elliptical crosstrainer can be adjusted with a touch of a button. As you exer- cise, the console will provide continuous exercise feedback[...]

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    11 CONSOLE DESCRIPTION Refer to the drawing on page 10. Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the con- sole, remove it. A. Exercise feedback display—This display features seven modes that give you instant exercise feed- back: your current speed, the elapsed time (or the time remaining in a Smart program or a Heart Rate pr[...]

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    12 T urn on the console. Note: The console requires four “D” batteries (not included). If you have not installed batteries, refer to step 5 on page 7 and install batteries. T o turn on the console, press the On/Reset button or begin pedaling. Note: When the console is turned on, the resistance of the elliptical crosstrainer will automatically c[...]

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    13 T urn on the console. Refer to step 1 on page 12. Select one of the four Smart programs. Each time the console is turned on, the manual mode will be selected. T o select a Smart program, press the Program but- ton repeatedly until the number 1, 2, 3, or 4 appears in the upper right corner of the display . The profiles numbered 1 through 4 on the[...]

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    14 Each Heart Rate program helps you to keep your heart rate near a certain percentage of your maximum heart rate during your workout. (Y our 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.) Heart Rate program 5 is designed to keep your heart rate between 65% an[...]

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    15 right bar graph changes, increase or decrease your pace so that the same number of bars appear on both bar graphs. If your pace is slower than the current pace setting, the increase arrow will appear in the display; if your pace is faster than the pace setting, the decrease arrow will appear . Important: The pace settings for the program are int[...]

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    16 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORT ABLE STEREO Note: If your stereo has an RCA-type AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If your stereo has a 1/8” LINE OUT jack, see instruction B. If your stereo has only a PHONES jack, see instruction C. A. Plug one end of a 1/8” to RCA stereo audio cable (available at electronics stores) into the jack beneath th[...]

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    17 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Note: If yo ur c omputer has a 1/8” LINE OUT jack, see instruction A. If your computer has only a PHONES jack, see instruction B. A. Plug one end of a 1/8” to 1/8” stereo audio cable (available at electronics stores) into the jack beneath the console. Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE OUT jack on yo[...]

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    18 T o use iFIT .com CD’s or videocassettes, the elliptical crosstrainer must be connected to your portable CD player , portable stereo, home stereo, computer with CD player , or VCR. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLA YER, VCR, OR COMPUTER on page 15. Note: For information about the availability of iFIT .com CD’s or videocassettes, send an e-mail [...]

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    19 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTL Y FROM OUR WEB SITE Our Web site at www .iFIT .com allows you to play iFIT .com audio and video programs directly from the internet. T o use programs from our Web site, the ellip- tical crosstrainer must be connected to your home computer . See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUT- ER on page 17. In addition, you must have an i[...]

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    20 Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer regularly . Replace any worn parts immediately . T o clean the elliptical crosstrainer , use a damp cloth and a small amount of mild dish soap. Important: T o avoid damage to the console, keep liquids away from the console and keep the console out of direct sunlight. BA TTER Y REPLACEM[...]

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    21 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES The following guidelines will help you to plan your exercise program. Remember that proper nutrition and adequate rest are essential for successful results. EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your cardiovascular system, the key to achieving the desired results is to exercise with the prop[...]

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    22 Note: # indicates a non-illustrated part. Specifications are subject to change without notice. 1 1 Frame 2 1 Upright 3 1 Front Stabilizer 4 1 Rear Stabilizer 5 1 Console 6 1 Left Side Shield 7 1 Right Side Shield 8 2 Cover Disc 9 1 Left Handlebar 10 1 Right Handlebar 1 1 2 Foam Grip 12 1 Right Pedal 13 1 Left Pedal 14 2 Flex Bar 15 2 Adjustment [...]

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    EXPLODED DRA WING—Model No. 831.285281 R1 101A 23 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 10 11 11 12 13 14 14 15 15 82 16 17 17 18 21 18 19 19 20 18 18 19 21 20 19 22 23 24 24 25 26 22 23 24 24 25 26 27 28 28 88 27 28 88 30 31 68 32 32 33 34 35 35 34 29 29 29 29 36 36 37 37 21 39 40 40 21 41 42 42 43 44 45 46 45 46 47 47 48 49 50 51 52 29 46 46 54 55 56 57 57 45 45[...]

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    Part No. 181253 R1 101A Printed in China © 2001 Sears, Roebuck and Co. The model number and serial number of your PROFORM ® 700 CARDIO CROSSTRAINER are listed on a decal attached to the frame. See the front cover of this manual to find the location of the decal. All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or special order when you [...]