ProForm PFEL3926.1 manual

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    Visit our website at www .proform.com new products, prizes, fitness tips, and much more! USER’S MANUAL CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Keep this manual for future reference. Model No. PFEL3926.1 Serial No. _ Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer , we are com- mitted to providi[...]

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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 exerciser . 1 . Read all instructions in this manual and all warnings on the elliptical exerciser before using the elliptical exerciser . Use the ellipti- cal exerciser only as described in this manual. 2[...]

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    4 BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the versatile new PROFORM ® STRIDE SELECT 830 elliptical exerciser . The STRIDE SELECT 830 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 STRIDE SELECT 830 offers an impressive array of features to h[...]

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    5 ASSEMBL Y T o hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser , call toll-free 1-800-445-2480. A ssembly requires two persons. P lace 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 [...]

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    6 1. Identify the Rear Stabilizer (4) . Whil e anoth er per son lifts the rear of the Frame (1), attach the Rear Stabilizer to the Frame with two M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolts (34) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (29). 4 34 29 29 1 2. See the inset drawing. Remove the two M10 x 45mm Button Bolts (33) and the packing tubes from the front of the Frame (1). Re[...]

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    7 6. While another person holds the Console (5) near the Upright (2), connect the wire harness on the Console to the Upper W ire Harness (86). Insert the excess wire harness down into the Upright. Next, attach the Console to the Upright with four M4 x 16mm Screws (66). Be careful to avoid pinching the wire har- nesses. 5 86 66 66 2 Wire Harness 6 5[...]

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    8 9. Attach one of the Pedals (12) to the Left Pedal Arm (14) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (66). Attach the other Pedal (not shown) to the Right Pedal Arm (not shown) in the same way . 14 12 66 66 9 8. Attach two Pedal Posts (16) to the Left Pedal Arm (14) with two M8 x 16mm Button Screws (84) and two M8 W ashers (53). Attach the other Pedal Posts (no[...]

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    9 13. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical exerciser are properly tightened. Note: Some hardware may be left over after assembly is completed. T o protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the ellip- tical exerciser . 12 14 12. Apply a small amount of grease to an M10 x 59mm Bolt Set (27) and to the surfaces of the Leg Bushin[...]

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    10 HOW T O USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER T o mount the elliptical exerciser , hold the handgrip p ulse sensor and step onto the pedal that is in the low- est position. Next, step onto the other pedal. Push the pedals until they begin to move with a continuous motion. Note: The pedal disks can turn in eithe[...]

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    1 1 FEA TURES OF THE CONSOLE This advanced console offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more effective. When you use the manual mode of the console, you can change the resistance of the pedals with the touch of a button. As you pedal, the console will provide continu - ous exercise feedback. Y ou can even measure your heart[...]

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    12 F ollow your progress with the disp lay . The upper half of the display will show the elapsed time, the distance (in total revolu- t ions) you have pedaled, and the resistance level of the pedals. The display will change modes every few seconds. Note: When Program 1, 3, or 4 is selected, the display will show the time remaining in the program in[...]

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    13 Enter a target heart rate. I f you select Program 1, t he maximum target heart rate setting of the program will flash in the d isplay . Use the Increase and Decrease buttons to change the maximum target heart rate setting, if desired. Note: If you change the maximum tar- get heart rate setting, the intensity level of the entire program will chan[...]

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    14 B egin pedaling to start the program. Both preset programs consist of 30 one-minute segments. One resistance level and one target pace are programmed for each segment. At the end of each segment, the resistance level w ill flash in the display for a few seconds. The resistance of the pedals will then automatically change to the resistance level [...]

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    15 Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser regularly . Replace any worn parts immediately . T o clean the elliptical exerciser , use a damp cloth and a small amount of mild 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 REPLACEMENT If the [...]

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    16 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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    17 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. 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 1 Left Pedal Disc 9 1 Left Handlebar 10 1 [...]

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    18 EXPLODED DRA WING A—Model No. PFEL3926.1 R0706A 46 2 6 9 10 11 22 23 91 67 53 71 71 24 15 74 22 23 24 53 91 27 28 27 86 79 46 50 24 25 26 24 89 81 87 72 76 27 28 28 79 27 5 50 46 24 25 26 24 89 7 66 66 74 66 66 66 74 74 66 59 66 83 83 13 95[...]

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    19 4 12 31 68 35 35 34 37 39 8 54 56 85 70 73 64 41 44 60 52 84 16 48 82 82 12 16 84 58 30 51 29 75 18 18 38 88 45 19 17 20 93 65 92 42 42 101 102 21 40 47 57 101 92 14 18 18 88 45 42 42 20 19 17 36 93 65 47 57 40 21 48 82 66 53 66 66 53 53 66 1 6 84 84 43 1 78 69 66 77 66 29 55 61 62 90 90 62 49 3 32 32 33 63 33 35 35 46 68 68 101 101 94 96 96 97 [...]

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    Part No. 234502 R0706A Printed in China © 2006 ICON IP , Inc. HOW T O ORDER REPLACEMENT P ARTS T o order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. T o help us assist you, please be prepared to give the following information when contacting us: • the MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFEL3926.1) • the NAME of the product (PROFORM[...]