ICON Health & Fitness Pro-Form 14.0 EX User manual

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
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HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
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EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your exercise bike before using your exercise bike.
ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the
use of this product.
1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the exercise bike are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
2. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or per-
sons with pre-existing health problems.
3. Use the exercise bike only as described in
this manual.
4. The exercise bike is intended for home use
only. Do not use the exercise bike in a com-
mercial, rental, or institutional setting.
5. Keep the exercise bike indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Do not put the exercise
bike in a garage or covered patio, or near
water.
6. Place the exercise bike on a level surface
with at least 2 ft. (0.6 m) of clearance around
the exercise bike. To protect the floor or
carpet from damage, place a mat under the
exercise bike.
7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
8. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the exercise bike at all times.
9. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the exercise bike. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.
10. The exercise bike should not be used
by persons weighing more than 300 lbs.
(136 kg).
11. Be careful when mounting and dismounting
the exercise bike.
12. The heart rate monitor is not a medical
device. Various factors, including the user’s
movement, may affect the accuracy of heart
rate readings. The heart rate monitor is
intended only as an exercise aid in determin-
ing heart rate trends in general.
13. Always keep your back straight while using
the exercise bike; do not arch your back.
14. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint, if you become short
of breath, or if you experience pain while
exercising, stop immediately and cool down.

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STANDARD SERVICE PLANS

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Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM®
14.0 EX exercise bike. Cycling is one of the most effec-
tive exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness,
building endurance, and toning the entire body. The
14.0 EX exercise bike 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 exercise bike. 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.
Heart Rate Monitor
Seat
Seat Post
Seat Knob
Leveling Foot
Handle
Wheel
Pedal/Strap
Fan
Console Knob
Handlebar
Console
Tab le t H o l de r
Seat Post Knob
Accessory Tray
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Length: 3 ft. 6 in. (107 cm)
Width: 1 ft. 11 in. (58 cm)

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M10 x 98mm
Screw (53)–4
M8 x 20mm
Screw (65)–4
M6 x 50mm Screw
(89)–1
M8 x 50mm Bolt
(70)–2
M8 Locknut
(43)–2
M4 x 16mm
Screw (72)–4
M4 x 22mm
Screw (84)–2
#8 x 12mm
Screw (92)–4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART
Use the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. 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 following
the key number is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see
whether it has been preassembled. Extra parts may be included.

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• To hire an authorized service technician to
assemble this product, call 1-800-445-2480.
• Assembly requires two persons.
• Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing
materials until you finish all assembly steps.
• Left parts are marked “L” or “Left” and right parts
are marked “R” or “Right.”
• To identify small parts, see page 7.
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tools:
one Phillips screwdriver
one adjustable wrench
Assembly may be easier if you have a set of
wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
ASSEMBLY
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2. Set a sturdy piece of packing material under the
rear of the Frame (1).
AttachtheRearStabilizer(3)totheFrame(1)
with two M10 x 98mm Screws (53).
Removethepackingmaterial.
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53
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computer and register your product.
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Customer Care
•allows us to notify you of upgrades and offers
Note: If you do not have Internet access, call
Customer Care (see the front cover of this
manual) and register your product.

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3. Set a sturdy piece of packing material under the
front of the Frame (1).
Attach the Front Stabilizer (2) to the Frame (1)
with two M10 x 98mm Screws (53).
Removethepackingmaterial.
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53
2
1
4
4
1
9
65
10, 11
4. With the help of a second person, raise the
Upright (4) to the vertical position. Have the
second person hold the Upright until you
complete this step.
AttachtheUpright(4)totheFrame(1)withfour
M8 x 20mm Screws (65); start all the Screws,
and then tighten them.
Next, orient the Front Shield Cover (9) as shown,
and slide it downward onto the Upright (4). Then,
press the Front Shield Cover onto the Right and
Left Shields (10, 11).
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84
89
5. Attach the Accessory Tray (8) to the Upright (4)
with an M6 x 50mm Screw (89).

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6. Have a second person hold the Handlebar (5)
near the Upright (4).
See the inset drawing. Route the Upper Wire
(87) through the Pivot Post (78) and the Pivot
Bracket (71) as shown. Tip: It may be easier to
route the Upper Wire if you adjust the angle
of the Pivot Bracket by turning the Console
Knob (77).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Insert the Pivot
Post (78) into the Upright (4).
Attach the Pivot Post (78) to the Upright (4) with
two M8 x 50mm Bolts (70) and two M8 Locknuts
(43); make sure that the Locknuts are in the
hexagonal holes.
4
71
43
70
78
77
87
71
78
5
Hexagonal
Holes
Avoid pinching
the wires
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87
61
13
72
71
72
72 77
Avoid pinching
the wires
7. While a second person holds the Console (13)
near the Pivot Bracket (71), connect the wires
on the Console to the Upper Wire (87) and the
Pulse Wires (61).
Inserttheexcesswiredownwardthroughthe
Pivot Bracket (71). Do not insert the excess
wire into the Console (13); the wires may
interfere with the fan.
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (13) to the Pivot Bracket (71) with four
M4 x 16mm Screws (72). Tip: It may be help-
ful to adjust the angle of the Pivot Bracket by
turning the Console Knob (77).
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8. Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Press the Front
Pivot Cover (12) and the Rear Pivot Cover (15)
together around the Pivot Bracket (71). Make
sure that the wires are covered by the Rear
Pivot Cover.
Attach the Front and Rear Pivot Covers (12, 15)
to the Pivot Bracket (71) with two M4 x 22mm
Screws (84).
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71
Avoid pinching
the wires
9. Remove the Seat Knob (26) from the Seat
Bracket (30) inside the Seat Carriage (24).
Next,holdtheSeatCarriage(24)ontheSeat
Post (6). Insert the Seat Knob (26) upward into
the Seat Post, and tighten the Seat Knob into the
Seat Bracket (30) inside the Seat Carriage.
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26
24
6
30

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10
28
27
6
10. Loosen the Seat Post Knob (27), pull it out-
ward, insert the Seat Post (6) into the Seat Post
Sleeve (28), and then release the Seat Post
Knob. Move the Seat Post upward or down-
ward slightly to make sure that the Seat Post
Knob is engaged in one of the adjustment
holes in the Seat Post. Then, tighten the Seat
Post Knob.
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Strap
11. Identify the Right Pedal (21).
Usinganadjustablewrench,firmly tighten the
Right Pedal (21) clockwise into the Right Crank
Arm (19).
Firmly tighten the Left Pedal (not shown)
counterclockwise into the Left Crank Arm
(not shown). IMPORTANT: You must turn the
Left Pedal counterclockwise to attach it.
Then,attachtherightpedalstraptotheRight
Pedal (21) as shown. Attach the left pedal
strap in the same way. 19
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67
13. Plug the Power Adapter (67) into the receptacle
on the frame of the exercise bike.
Note:ToplugthePowerAdapter(67)intoan
outlet, see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER
ADAPTER on page 14.
14. After the exercise bike is assembled, inspect it to make sure that it is assembled correctly and that it
functions properly. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise bike.
Note: Extra parts may be included. Place a mat under the exercise bike to protect the floor or carpet.
12. Attach the Tablet Holder (91) to the Console (13)
with four #8 x 12mm Screws (92); start all the
Screws, and then tighten them.
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92
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HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER ADAPTER
IMPORTANT: If the exercise bike has been exposed
to cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room
temperature before you plug 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 receptacle
on the frame of the
exercise bike. Then,
plug the power adapter
into an appropriate
outlet that is properly
installed in accordance
with all local codes and
ordinances.
HOW TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE SEAT
For effective exercise, the seat should be at the proper
height. As you pedal, there should be a slight bend in
your knees when the pedals are in the lowest position.
To adjust the seat,
first turn the seat
post knob counter-
clockwise several
turns to loosen it.
Next, pull the knob,
slide the seat post
upward or down-
ward to the desired
position, and then
release the knob.
Move the seat post
up or down slightly
to make sure that
the knob is engaged in one of the adjustment holes
in the seat post. Then, turn the knob clockwise to
tighten it.
HOW TO ADJUST THE LATERAL POSITION OF THE
SEAT
To adjust the lateral
position of the seat,
first loosen the seat
knob a few turns.
Then, move the seat
forward or back-
ward to the desired
position, and firmly
tighten the seat
knob.
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS
To tighten a pedal
strap, pull down-
ward on the end of
the strap. To loosen
a strap, press the
tab and pull upward
on the strap.
Knob
Knob
Tab
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HOW TO ADJUST THE CONSOLE
The console can be
adjusted to several
angles. To adjust
the console, turn the
console knob until
the console is at the
desired angle.
HOW TO LEVEL THE EXERCISE BIKE
If the exercise bike
rocks slightly on
your floor during
use, turn one or
both of the leveling
feet beneath the
rear stabilizer until
the rocking motion is
eliminated.
HOW TO USE THE TABLET HOLDER
IMPORTANT: The tablet holder was designed for
use with most full-size tablets. Do not place any
other electronic device or object into the tablet
holder.
To insert a tablet into
the tablet holder, set
the bottom edge of the
tablet in the tray. Make
sure that the tablet is
firmly secured in the
tablet holder. Reverse
these actions to
remove the tablet from
the tablet holder.
Knob
Leveling
Feet

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CONSOLE DIAGRAM
MAKE YOUR FITNESS GOALS A REALITY WITH
IFIT.COM
With your new iFit-compatible fitness equipment, you
can use an array of features on iFit.com to make your
fitness goals a reality:
Exercise anywhere in the world with
customizable Google Maps.
Download training workouts designed to
help you reach your personal goals.
Measure your progress by competing
against other users in the iFit community.
Upload your workout results to the iFit cloud
and track your accomplishments.
Set calorie, time, or distance goals for your
workouts.
Choose and download sets of weight-loss
workouts.
Go to iFit.com to learn more.
Watch high-definition videos with simulated
workouts.

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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.
The console features revolutionary iFit technology that
enables the console to communicate with your wireless
network. With iFit technology, you can download per-
sonalized workouts, create your own workouts, track
your workout results, and access many other features.
See www.iFit.com for complete information.
In addition, the console features a selection of onboard
workouts and several iFit demo workouts. Each work-
out automatically controls the resistance of the pedals
and prompts you to vary your pedaling speed as it
guides you through an effective exercise session. You
can also set a customized workout goal with the set-a-
goal workout.
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 display continu-
ous exercise feedback. You can also measure your
heart rate using the handgrip heart rate monitor or an
optional chest heart rate monitor (see page 28
for more information).
You can browse the Internet or listen to your favorite
workout music or audio books with the console sound
system while you exercise.
You can also use the charging port on the console
to charge your USB-compatible device while you
exercise.
To activate the console, see this page. To turn off
the console, see this page. To learn how to use the
touch screen, see page 18. To set up the console,
see page 18.
HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE
The included power adapter must be used to oper-
ate the exercise bike. See HOW TO PLUG IN THE
POWER ADAPTER on page 14. When the power
adapter is plugged in, the display 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, 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 elec-
trical components on the exercise bike may wear
prematurely.
Note: The console features a display demo mode,
designed to be used if the exercise bike is displayed
in a store. When the demo mode is turned on, the
console will show a preset presentation. To turn off the
demo mode, see step 7 on page 24.

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HOW TO USE THE TOUCH SCREEN
The console features a tablet with a full-color touch
screen. The following information will help you become
familiar with the tablet’s advanced technology:
• The console functions similarly to other tablets. You
can slide or flick your finger against the screen to
move certain images on the screen, such as the
displays in a workout. However, you cannot zoom in
and out by sliding your fingers on the screen.
• To type information into a text box, first touch the text
box to view the keyboard. To use numbers or other
characters on the keyboard, touch the ?123 but-
ton. To view more characters, touch the Alt button.
Tou ch t h e A lt b u t t on a ga in t o re tu rn t o t h e n um be r
keyboard. To return to the letter keyboard, touch the
ABC button. To use a capital character, touch the
button with an upward-facing arrow. To use multiple
capital characters, touch the arrow button again. To
return to the lowercase keyboard, touch the arrow
button a third time. To clear the last character, touch
the button with a backward-facing arrow and an X.
• Use these buttons on the console to
navigate the tablet. Press the home
button to return to the main menu.
Press the center button to access
the settings menu (see page 24).
Press the back button to return to the
previous screen.
• If it is difficult for you to touch the correct buttons
on the screen, the screen may not be properly
calibrated. To calibrate the screen, see step 4 on
page 26.
HOW TO SET UP THE CONSOLE
Before using the exercise bike for the first time, set up
the console.
1. Connect to your wireless network.
Note: In order to access the Internet, download iFit
workouts, and use some other features of the con-
sole, you must be connected to a wireless network.
See HOW TO USE THE WIRELESS NETWORK
MODE on page 27 to connect the console to
your wireless network.
2. Check for firmware updates.
First, see step 1 on page 24 and step 2 on page
26 and select the maintenance mode. Then,
see step 3 on page 26 and check for firmware
updates.
3. Create an iFit account.
Tou ch t h e g l ob e bu tt on a t th e bo t t o m of t he s cr ee n
and then touch the iFit button.
Note: For information about navigating in the
Internet browser, see page 28.
The Internet browser will open to the iFit.com home
page. Follow the prompts on the website to sign up
for your iFit membership. If you have an activation
code, select the code activation option.
The console is now ready for you to begin working out.
The following pages explain the various workouts and
other features that the console offers.
To use the manual mode, see page 19. To use
an onboard workout, see page 20. To use a
set-a-goal workout, see page 22. To use an iFit
workout, see page 23.
To use the equipment settings mode, see
page 24. To use the maintenance mode, see page
26. To use the wireless network mode, see page
27. To use the sound system, see page 28. To
use the Internet browser, see page 28. To use the
charging port, see page 28.
Note: If there is a sheet of plastic on the screen,
remove the plastic.
Note: The console can display speed and distance in
either miles or kilometers. To find which unit of mea-
surement is selected, see step 15 on page 25. For
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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1. Touch the screen, press any button on the
console, or begin pedaling to turn on the
console.
See HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE on
page 17.
2. Select the main menu.
When you turn on the console, the main menu will
appear on the screen after the console boots up.
Touch the home button at the bottom of the screen
to return to the main menu at any time.
3. Change the resistance of the pedals as desired.
Press the Manual Control button, touch the Start
button, or begin pedaling.
As you pedal, you can change the resistance of the
pedals. To change the resistance, press one of the
numbered Quick Resistance buttons or press the
Digital Resistance increase and decrease buttons.
Note: After you press a button, it will take a
moment for the pedals to reach the selected
resistance level.
4. Follow your progress.
The console offers several display modes. The
display mode that you select will determine which
workout information is shown.
To se le c t t h e de si re d di sp la y m o d e, s im pl y fl ic k or
slide the screen. You can also view additional work-
out information by touching the red boxes on the
screen.
If desired, keep your pedaling speed near the tar-
get cadence. The target zone meter will prompt you
to increase, decrease, or maintain your pedaling
speed. To view the target zone meter, flick or slide
the screen. Note: The target cadence is displayed
in revolutions per minute (rpm).
If desired, adjust the volume level
by pressing the volume increase
and decrease buttons on the
console.
To pause the workout, touch one of the menu but-
tons on the screen. To continue the workout, touch
the Resume button. To end the workout session,
touch the End Workout button.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
You can measure your heart rate using either the
handgrip heart rate monitor or an optional chest
heart rate monitor (see page 28 for infor-
mation about the optional chest heart rate
monitor).Note: The console is compatible with
BLUETOOTH®Smart heart rate monitors.
Note: If you use both heart rate monitors at the
same time, the console will not display your
heart rate accurately.
If there are sheets
of plastic on the
metal contacts
on the handgrip
heart rate moni-
tor, remove the
plastic. To mea-
sure your heart
rate, hold the
handgrip heart rate
monitor with your
palms resting against the contacts. Avoid moving
your hands or gripping the contacts tightly.
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When your pulse is detected, your heart rate
will be shown. For the most accurate heart
rate reading, hold the contacts for at least 15
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 contacts tightly. For optimal perfor-
mance, clean the contacts using a soft cloth; never
use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals to clean
the contacts.
6. Turn on the fan if desired.
The fan has several speed settings,
including an auto mode. While the
auto mode is selected, the speed of
the fan will automatically increase
or decrease as your pedaling speed
increases or decreases. Press the
fan increase and decrease buttons repeatedly to
select a fan speed or to turn off the fan.
Note: If the pedals are not moved for a while when
the main menu is selected, the fan will turn off
automatically.
7. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
See HOW TO TURN OFF THE CONSOLE on
page 17.
HOW TO USE AN ONBOARD WORKOUT
1. Touch the screen, press any button on the
console, or begin pedaling to turn on the
console.
See HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE on
page 17.
2. Select the main menu.
See step 2 on page 19.
3. Select an onboard workout.
To se le c t a n o nb oa rd w or ko ut , t o u ch t he r un ne r
button at the bottom of the screen. The workouts
menu will appear on the screen.
Select the desired workout category from the work-
outs menu and then select the desired workout.
Note: It may be necessary to scroll the screen to
view all the menu options.
Note: You can also press the Calorie Workouts, the
Intensity Workouts, or the Performance Workouts
button on the console.
The screen will show the name and duration of the
workout. The screen will also show the approxi-
mate number of calories you will burn during the
workout and a profile of the resistance settings of
the workout.
4. Start the workout.
Touch the Start Workout button to start the workout.
Each workout is divided into segments. One
resistance level and one target cadence (speed)
are programmed for each segment.
During the workout, the profiles will show your
progress. To view the profiles, flick or slide the
screen.
During some workouts, the screen will show a map
of the route and a marker indicating your prog-
ress. Touch the buttons on the screen to select the
desired map options.