ICON Health & Fitness PRO-FORM 590 E User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................5
HOWTOUSETHEELLIPTICAL .............................................................12
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................19
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................20
PARTLIST ..............................................................................23
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................25
ORDERINGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LIMITEDWARRANTY ..............................................................BackCover
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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
This drawing shows the location(s) of the
warning decal(s). If a decal is missing or
illegible, see the front cover of this
manual and request a free replacement
decal. Apply the decal in the location
shown. Note: The decal(s) may not be
shown at actual size.
PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical before using your elliptical. ICON
assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of
this product.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
1. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or
persons with pre-existing health problems.
2. Use the elliptical only as described in this
manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical are adequately
informed of all precautions.
4. The elliptical is intended for home use only.
Do not use the elliptical in a commercial,
rental, or institutional setting.
5. eep the elliptical indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Place the elliptical on a
level surface, with a mat beneath it to protect
the floor or carpet. Make sure that there is at
least 3 ft. (0.9 m) of clearance in the front and
rear of the elliptical and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each
side.
6. Inspect and properly tighten all parts
regularly. Replace any worn parts
immediately.
7. eep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical at all times.
8. The elliptical should not be used by persons
weighing more than 300 lbs. (136 kg).
9. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the elliptical. Always wear athletic
shoes for foot protection while exercising.
10. Hold the handgrip pulse sensor or the
handlebars when mounting, dismounting, or
using the elliptical.
11. 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.
12. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the
pedals will continue to move until the
flywheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed
in a controlled way.
13. eep your back straight while using the
elliptical; do not arch your back.
14. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint or if you experience
pain while exercising, stop immediately and
cool down.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM®
590 E elliptical. The 590 E elliptical provides an
impressive selection of features designed to make
your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical. If you have questions after
reading this manual, please see the front cover of this
manual. To help us assist you, note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number and the location of the serial number
decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Handgrip Pulse Sensor
Handlebar
Wheel
Pedal
Ramp Handle
Roller
Console
Water Bottle Holder*
*Water bottle is not included
Ramp
Handle

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ASSEMBLY
To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical, call 1-800-445-2480.
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical 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 tool(s), assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver , an adjustable
wrench , and a rubber mallet .
As you assemble the elliptical, use the drawings below to identify small parts. The number in parentheses below
each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The number fol-
lowing the parentheses is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check
to see if it has been preassembled.
M8 x 38mm
Bolt (96)–4
M8 Locknut
(102)–4
19mm Wave
Washer (66)–4
16mm Wave
Washer (54)–2 M8 x 25mm
Washer (98)–6
M4 x 16mm
Screw (104)–10
M8 x 16mm Patch
Screw (110)–4
M8 Split
Washer (83)–13
M10 Locknut
(92)–2
M10 Washer
(95)–2
M8 x 80mm Patch
Screw (84)–2
M10 x 60mm
Bolt (100)–2
M10 x 45mm Patch
Screw (99)–4
M8 x 19mm Patch
Screw (82)–15

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1.
Attach the Front Stabilizer (6) to the Frame (1)
with two M8 x 80mm Patch Screws (84).
2. Orient the Ramp (3) as shown. Then, insert the
Ramp into the Frame (1).
Attach the Ramp (3) with five M8 x 19mm Patch
Screws (82) and five M8 Split Washers (83).
1
2
84
1
1
3
6
83
83
83
82
82
82
To make assembly easier, read the
information on page 5 before you begin.
Avoid pinching the
Wire Harness (111)
3. Have a second person hold the Upright (4) near
the Frame (1).
See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in
the lower end of the Upright (4). Tie the wire tie
to the Wire Harness (111). Pull the upper end of
the wire tie until the Wire Harness is routed
completely through the Upright. Then, untie and
discard the wire tie.
Tip: To prevent the Wire Harness (111) from
falling into the Upright (4), secure the Wire
Harness with a rubber band or tape.
Tip: Avoid pinching the Wire Harness (111).
Slide the Upright (4) onto the Frame (1). Attach
the Upright with four M8 x 19mm Patch Screws
(82) and four M8 Split Washers (83). Do not
tighten the Patch Screws yet.
3
1
82
82
82
83
83
4
Wire
Tie
4
111

7
4
4. Apply a small amount of the included grease to
the right Crank Arm (20) and to a 19mm Wave
Washer (66).
Orient a Crank Arm Spacer (55) so that the flat
end is facing away from the elliptical. Slide the
Crank Arm Spacer and the 19mm Wave Washer
(66) onto the right Crank Arm (20).
Identify the Right Roller Arm (59), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as
shown.
Slide the Right Roller Arm (59) onto the right
Crank Arm (20). Attach the Right Roller Arm
with an M8 x 19mm Patch Screw (82), an Axle
Cover (53), and an M8 x 25mm Washer (98); to
avoid breaking the Axle Cover, do not over-
tighten the Patch Screw.
Repeat this step for the Left Roller Arm (not
shown).
Grease
20
55
66
98 53
82
59
5. Identify the Right Pedal Bracket (64), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker.
Apply a small amount of grease to the inside of
the tube on the Right Roller Arm (59) and to the
barrel of an M10 x 60mm Bolt (100).
Attach the Right Pedal Bracket (64) to the Right
Roller Arm (59) with the M10 x 60mm Bolt
(100), an M10 Washer (95), and an M10
Locknut (92). Do not overtighten the Locknut;
the Right Pedal Bracket must pivot freely.
Repeat this step for the Left Pedal Bracket
(48).
5
59
Grease
48
95
92
100
64
Flat
End

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6
6. Identify the Right Handlebar (61) and the Right
Handlebar Leg (60), which are marked with
“Right” stickers, and orient them as shown.
Make sure that the hexagonal holes are in
the indicated location.
Slide the Right Handlebar (61) onto the Right
Handlebar Leg (60).
Attach the Right Handlebar (61) with two M8 x
38mm Bolts (96) and two M8 Locknuts (102).
Make sure that the Locknuts are in the
hexagonal holes.
Repeat this step for the Left Handlebar (not
shown) and the Left Handlebar Leg (not
shown).
61
60
102
96
Hexagonal
Holes
7
7. Apply a small amount of grease to the Pivot
Axle (35) and to a 16mm Wave Washer (54).
Insert the Pivot Axle (35) through the Upright (4)
and then center it.
Slide the 16mm Wave Washer (54), an Inner
Handlebar Cover (68), and the Right Handlebar
Leg (60) onto the right side of the Pivot Axle
(35).
Repeat this step for the Left Handlebar Leg
(not shown).
Tighten an M8 x 19mm Patch Screw (82) and
an M8 x 25mm Washer (98) into each end of
the Pivot Axle (35).
60
54 68
35
4
Grease
98
82

9
8
8. Attach an Outer Handlebar Cover (67) and the
Inner Handlebar Cover (68) around the Right
Handlebar Leg (60) with two M4 x 16mm
Screws (104).
Repeat this step for the other side of the
elliptical.
67
60
104
104
68
9. Apply a small amount of grease to the axle on
the Right Handlebar Leg (60) and to a 19mm
Wave Washer (66).
Identify the Right Pedal Arm (58), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as
shown.
Slide the 19mm Wave Washer (66) and the
Right Pedal Arm (58) onto the Right Handlebar
Leg (60).
Attach the Right Pedal Arm (58) with an M8 x
19mm Patch Screw (82), an Axle Cover (53),
and an M8 x 25mm Washer (98); to avoid
breaking the Axle Cover, do not overtighten
the Patch Screw.
Repeat this step for the Left Pedal Arm (not
shown). 58
60
66
98 53
82
Grease
9

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10. Attach the Right Pedal Arm (58) to the Right
Pedal Bracket (64) with two M10 x 45mm Patch
Screws (99).
Repeat this step for the Left Pedal Arm (44).
10
44
64
99
58
11. Identify the Right Pulse Bar (9), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker.
See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in
the Upright (4). Tie the lower end of the wire tie
to the Pulse Wire (63) in the Right Pulse Bar
(9). Next, pull the upper end of the wire tie until
the Pulse Wire is routed through the Upright.
Then, untie and discard the wire tie.
Next, slide the Right Pulse Bar (9) onto the right
side of the Upright (4).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Right Pulse Bar (9) with two M8 x 16mm Patch
Screws (110) and two M8 Split Washers (83).
Repeat this step for the Left Pulse Bar (8).
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Wire Tie
Wire Tie
9
110
83
63
63
63
8
4
Avoid pinching
the wires

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12. Attach the Water Bottle Holder (37) to the
Upright (4) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (104).
37
4
104
104
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13. While a second person holds the Console (7)
near the Upright (4), connect the console wire
to the Wire Harness (111). Then, connect the
console pulse wires to the Pulse Wires (63).
Insert the excess wire downward into the
Upright (4).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (7) to the Upright (4) with four M4 x
16mm Screws (104).
See step 3. Tighten the M8 x 19mm Patch
Screws (82).
7
63
111
104
4
Console Wire
Pulse
Wires
Avoid pinching
the wires
15. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the elliptical. Note: After assembly is
completed, some extra parts may be left over. Place a mat beneath the elliptical to protect the floor.
14. Plug the Power Adapter (112) into the DC Jack
(not shown) on the front of the elliptical.
To plug the Power Adapter (112) into an outlet,
see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER
ADAPTER on page 12.
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112
12

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HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL
HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER ADAPTER
IMPORTANT: If the elliptical has been exposed to
cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem-
perature before plugging in the power adapter. If
you do not do this, you may damage the console
displays or other electronic components.
Plug the power
adapter into the jack
on the front of the
elliptical. Then, plug
the power adapter into
an appropriate outlet
that is properly
installed in accordance
with all local codes
and ordinances.
HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL
Due to the size and weight of the elliptical, moving
it requires two persons. Stand in front of the ellipti-
cal, hold the upright, and place one foot against one of
the front wheels. Pull on the upright and have a sec-
ond person lift the handle on the ramp until the
elliptical will roll on the front wheels. Carefully move
the elliptical to the desired location, and then lower it
to the floor.
Place
your foot
here
Pull on the
upright
Lift here
Power
Adapter

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HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL
To mount the elliptical, hold the handlebars and step
onto the pedal that is in the lower position. Then, step
onto the other pedal. Push the pedals until they begin
to move with a continuous motion. Note: The crank
arms can turn in either direction. It is recom-
mended that you turn the crank arms in the
direction shown by the arrow; however, for variety,
you can turn the crank arms in the opposite direc-
tion.
To dismount the elliptical, wait until the pedals come to
a complete stop. Note: The elliptical does not have
a free wheel; the pedals will continue to move until
the flywheel stops. When the pedals are stationary,
step off the higher pedal first. Then, step off the lower
pedal.
HOW TO CHANGE THE INCLINE OF THE RAMP
To vary the motion of the pedals, you can change the
incline of the ramp. To change the incline, press the
latch button, pull the ramp handle, and raise or lower
the ramp to the desired incline level. Then, release the
latch button and engage the latch pin into one of the
adjustment holes in the frame. The white line on the
latch button must be visible or the latch pin is not fully
engaged. Make sure that the latch pin is firmly
engaged in one of the adjustment holes in the
frame.
Pedals
Crank
Arm
Handlebars
Ramp
Handle
Ramp
Latch
Button

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The advanced console offers an array of features
designed to make your workouts more effective and
enjoyable.
When you use the manual mode of the console, you
can change the resistance of the pedals with the touch
of a button. While you exercise, the console will dis-
play continuous exercise feedback. You can also
measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sen-
sor.
In addition, the console offers twenty preset work-
outs—six weight loss workouts and fourteen
performance workouts. Each workout automatically
changes the resistance of the pedals and prompts you
to vary your pedaling pace as it guides you through an
effective workout.
The console features the iFit interactive workout sys-
tem, which enables the console to accept iFit cards
containing workouts designed to help you achieve
specific fitness goals. For example, lose unwanted
pounds with the 8-week Weight Loss workout. iFit
workouts control the resistance of the pedals while the
voice of a personal trainer coaches you through your
workouts. iFit cards are available separately. To pur-
chase iFit cards, go to www.iFit.com or see the
front cover of this manual. iFit cards are also
available at select stores.
You can even connect your MP3 player or CD player
to the console sound system and listen to your favorite
music or audio books while you exercise.
To activate the console, see page 15. To turn off
the console, see page 15. To use the manual mode,
see page 15. To use a preset workout, see page 17.
To use an iFit workout, see page 18. To use the
sound system, see page 18. To change console
settings, see page 18.
Note: If there is a sheet of plastic on the display,
remove the plastic.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM

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HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE
The included power adapter must be used to operate
the elliptical. See HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER
ADAPTER on page 12. When the power adapter is
plugged in, the displays will turn on and the console
will be ready for use.
HOW TO TURN OFF THE CONSOLE
If the pedals do not move for several seconds, a tone
will sound and the console will pause.
If the pedals do not move for several minutes and the
buttons are not pressed, the console will turn off and
the display will be reset.
When you are finished exercising, unplug the power
adapter. IMPORTANT: If you do not do this, the
electrical components on the elliptical may wear
prematurely.
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the
console to turn on the console.
See HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE above.
2. Select the manual mode.
Each time you turn
on the console, the
manual mode will
be selected. If you
have selected a
workout, reselect
the manual mode
by pressing any of
the Workouts but-
tons repeatedly
until zeros appear in the display.
3. Change the resistance of the pedals as
desired.
As you pedal,
change the resis-
tance of the pedals
by pressing the
Resistance
Increase and
Decrease buttons.
Note: After you press the buttons, it will take a
moment for the pedals to reach the selected resis-
tance level.
4. Follow your progress with the display.
The lower left dis-
play—This display
can show the
elapsed time and
the distance (total
number of revolu-
tions) that you have pedaled. Note: When a
workout is selected, the display will show the time
remaining in the workout instead of the elapsed
time.
The lower right
display—This dis-
play can show your
pedaling speed (in
revolutions per
minute) and the
approximate number of calories that you have
burned.
This display also shows your heart rate when you
use the handgrip pulse sensor (see step 5 on page
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The upper
display—This dis-
play can show the
elapsed time, the
distance that you
have pedaled, your
pedaling speed, and the approximate number of
calories you have burned.
Press the Display button repeatedly until the upper
display shows the information that you are most
interested in viewing. Note: While information is
shown in the upper display, the same information
will not be shown in the lower left or lower right
display.
The lower
display—This dis-
play will show a
track representing
640 revolutions (1/4
mile or 400
meters). As you exercise, indicators will appear in
succession around the track until the entire track
appears. The track will then disappear and the
indicators will again begin to appear in succession.
To change the volume level of the console, press
the Vol increase and decrease buttons.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
If there are sheets
of clear plastic on
the metal con-
tacts 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 tightly.
When your pulse is
detected, a flashing
heart symbol will
appear in the dis-
play, and then your
heart rate will
appear. For the most accurate heart rate reading,
hold the contacts for at least 15 seconds. Note: If
you continue to hold the handgrip pulse sensor,
the display will show your heart rate for up to 30
seconds.
If the display does not show your heart rate, make
sure that your hands are positioned as described.
Be careful not to move your hands excessively or
to squeeze the metal contacts tightly. For optimal
performance, clean the metal contacts using a soft
cloth; never use alcohol, abrasives, or chemi-
cals to clean the contacts.
6. Turn on the fan if desired.
The fan has high and low speed settings. Press
the Fan button repeatedly to select a fan speed or
to turn off the fan.
Note: If the pedals do not move for about thirty
seconds, the fan will turn off automatically.
7. When you are finished using the elliptical, the
console will turn off automatically.
See HOW TO TURN OFF THE CONSOLE on
page 15.
Contacts

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HOW TO USE A PRESET WOR OUT
1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the
console to turn on the console.
See HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE on page
15.
2. Select a preset workout.
To select a preset
workout, press the
Performance
Workouts button or
the Weight Loss
Workouts button
repeatedly until the
name of the desired
workout appears in
the display.
The workout duration, the maximum speed, and a
profile of the resistance levels will also appear in
the display.
3. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
Each workout is divided into 20, 30 or 45 one-
minute segments. One resistance level and one
target speed is programmed for each segment.
Note: The same resistance level and/or target
speed may be programmed for consecutive seg-
ments.
The resistance level for the first segment will
appear in the display and the target speed for the
first segment will flash in the display for a few sec-
onds.
During the workout, the workout profile will show
your progress (see the drawing above). The flash-
ing segment of the profile represents the current
segment of the workout. The height of the flashing
segment indicates the resistance level for the cur-
rent segment.
At the end of each segment of the workout, a
series of tones will sound and the next segment of
the profile will begin to flash. If a different resis-
tance level and/or target speed is programmed for
the next segment, the resistance level and/or tar-
get speed will appear in the display for a few
seconds to alert you. The resistance of the pedals
will then change.
As you exercise,
keep your pedaling
speed near the tar-
get speed for the
current segment. At
the beginning of
each segment, the target speed for the segment
will flash in the display.
IMPORTANT: The target speed is intended only
to provide motivation. Your actual pedaling
speed may be slower than the target speed.
Make sure to pedal at a speed that is comfort-
able for you.
If the resistance level for the current segment is
too high or too low, you can manually override the
setting by pressing the Resistance buttons.
IMPORTANT: When the current segment of the
workout ends, the pedals will automatically
adjust to the resistance level programmed for
the next segment.
The workout will continue in this way until the last
segment ends. To stop the workout at any time,
stop pedaling. A tone will sound and the time will
stop counting. To restart the workout, simply
resume pedaling.
4. Follow your progress with the display.
See step 4 on pages 15 and 16.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 5 on page 16.
6. Turn on the fan if desired.
See step 6 on page 16.
7. When you are finished using the elliptical, the
console will turn off automatically.
See HOW TO TURN OFF THE CONSOLE on
page 15.
Profile

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HOW TO USE AN IFIT WOR OUT
iFit cards are available separately. To purchase iFit
cards, go to www.iFit.com or see the front cover of this
manual. iFit cards are also available at select stores.
1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the
console to turn on the console.
See HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE on page
15.
2. Insert an iFit card and select a workout.
To use an iFit workout, insert an iFit card into the
iFit slot located on the side of the console; make
sure that the iFit card is oriented so that the metal
contacts are face down and are facing the slot.
When the iFit card is properly inserted, the indica-
tor next to the slot will turn on and text will appear
in the display.
Next, select the desired workout on the iFit card
by pressing the increase and decrease buttons
next to the iFit slot.
A moment after you select a workout, the voice of
a personal trainer will begin guiding you through
your workout.
iFit workouts function in the same way as preset
workouts. To use the workout, see steps 3 to 7 on
page 17.
3. When you are finished exercising, remove the
iFit card.
Remove the iFit card when you are finished exer-
cising. Store the iFit card in a secure place.
HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM
To play music or audio books through the console
sound system while you exercise, plug the included
audio cable into the jack on the console and into a
jack on your MP3 player or CD player; make sure
that the audio cable is fully plugged in.
Next, press the play button on your MP3 player or CD
player. Adjust the volume level using the volume con-
trol on your MP3 player or CD player.
HOW TO CHANGE CONSOLE SETTINGS
The console features a user mode that allows you to
select a backlight option for the console and to view
console usage information.
To select the user mode, press and hold down the
Display button for a few seconds until the user mode
information appears in the display.
The console has three
backlight options. The
ON option keeps the
backlight on while the
console is on. The
AUTO option keeps the
backlight on only while
you are pedaling. The
OFF option turns the
backlight off.
The upper display will show the currently selected
backlight option. Press the Resistance increase button
repeatedly to select the desired backlight option.
The lower left display will show the total number of
hours that the console has been used since the ellipti-
cal was purchased.
Press the Display button to save the console settings
and exit the user mode.
iFit Slot
iFit Card

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Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical regularly.
Replace any worn parts immediately.
To clean the elliptical, use a damp cloth and a small
amount of mild soap. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage
to the console, keep liquids away from the con-
sole and keep the console out of direct sunlight.
CONSOLE TROUBLESHOOTING
If the console does not display your heart rate when
you hold the handgrip pulse sensor, or if the displayed
heart rate appears to be too high or too low, see step
5 on page 16.
HOW TO ADJUST THE DRIVE BELT
If the pedals
slip while you
are pedaling,
even while the
resistance is
adjusted to the
highest level,
the drive belt
may need to be
adjusted. To
adjust the drive
belt, first use a
flat screwdriver
to rotate the right Disc (71) counterclockwise. Then,
remove the right Disc from the right Disc Mount (72).
Locate and loosen the Idler Bolt (120). Next, tighten
the Belt Adjustment Screw (88) until the Drive Belt (not
shown) is tight. Then, retighten the Idler Bolt.
Reattach the right disc by rotating it clockwise into the
right disc mount.
HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH
If the console does not display correct feedback, the
reed switch should be adjusted. To adjust the reed
switch, first use a flat screwdriver to rotate the left disc
counterclockwise. Then, remove the left disc from the
left disc mount.
Next, locate the Reed Switch (38). Turn the Pulley
(19) until one of the Magnets (43) on the Pulley is
aligned with the Reed Switch. Loosen, but do not
remove, the M4 x 16mm Reed Switch Screw (69).
Slide the Reed Switch slightly closer to or away from
the Magnet. Then, retighten the Reed Switch Screw.
Turn the Pulley for a moment. Repeat until the con-
sole displays correct feedback.
Reattach the left disc by rotating it clockwise into the
left disc mount.
HOW TO GREASE THE ROLLERS
See the EXPLODED DRAWING near the end of this
manual. If the Rollers (51) squeak when moving on
the Ramp (3), apply a small amount of white marine
grease equally to each Roller. Spread the grease
evenly around the Rollers. Pedal the elliptical until a
thin film of grease is distributed along the Ramp; then,
wipe off any excess grease.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
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These guidelines will help you to plan your exercise
program. For detailed exercise information, obtain a
reputable book or consult your physician. Remember,
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, exercising at the proper inten-
sity is the key to achieving results. You can use your
heart rate as a guide to find the proper intensity level.
The chart below shows recommended heart rates for
fat burning and aerobic exercise.
To find the proper intensity level, find your age at the
bottom of the chart (ages are rounded off to the near-
est ten years). The three numbers listed above your
age define your “training zone.” The lowest number is
the heart rate for fat burning, the middle number is the
heart rate for maximum fat burning, and the highest
number is the heart rate for aerobic exercise.
Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exer-
cise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of
time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your
body uses 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. For maximum fat burning, exercise with your
heart rate near the middle number in your training
zone.
Aerobic Exercise—If your goal is to strengthen your
cardiovascular system, you must perform aerobic
exercise, which is activity that requires large amounts
of oxygen for prolonged periods of time. For aerobic
exercise, adjust the intensity of your exercise until
your heart rate is near the highest number in your
training zone.
WOR OUT GUIDELINES
Warming Up—Start with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching
and light exercise. A warm-up increases your body
temperature, heart rate, and circulation in preparation
for exercise.
Training Zone Exercise—Exercise for 20 to 30 min-
utes with your heart rate in your training zone. (During
the first few weeks of your exercise program, do not
keep your heart rate in your training zone for longer
than 20 minutes.) Breathe regularly and deeply as you
exercise–never hold your breath.
Cooling Down—Finish with 5 to 10 minutes of
stretching. Stretching increases the flexibility of your
muscles and helps to prevent post-exercise problems.
EXERCISE FREQUENCY
To maintain or improve your condition, complete three
workouts each week, with at least one day of rest
between workouts. After a few months of regular exer-
cise, you may complete up to five workouts each
week, if desired. Remember, the key to success is to
make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your
everyday life.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES
WARNING: Before beginning this
or any exercise program, consult your physi-
cian. This is especially important for persons
over age 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 determin-
ing heart rate trends in general.