ICON Health & Fitness Pro-Form Carbon CX User manual

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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
HOW TO USE THE CONSOLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
FCC INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
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EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
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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
adequately informed of all precautions.
2. Keep children under age 16 and pets away
from the exercise bike at all times.
3. Consult your health care provider before
beginning any exercise program. This is
especially important for persons over age
35 or persons with pre-existing health
problems.
4. Consult your health care provider before
beginning or continuing any exercise pro-
gram during pregnancy. Use the exercise
bike only as authorized by your health care
provider.
5. The exercise bike is not intended for use by
persons with reduced physical, sensory, or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they are given supervi-
sion or instruction about use of the exercise
bike by someone responsible for their safety.
6. Use the exercise bike only as described in
this manual.
7. The exercise bike is intended for home use
only. Do not use the exercise bike in a com-
mercial, rental, or institutional setting.
8. 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.
9. Place the exercise bike on a level surface,
with a mat beneath it to protect the floor or
carpet. Make sure that there is at least 2 ft.
(0.6 m) of clearance around the exercise bike.
10. Inspect and properly tighten all parts each
time the exercise bike is used. Replace
any worn parts immediately. Use only
manufacturer-supplied parts.
11. 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.
12. The exercise bike should not be used
by persons weighing more than 250 lbs.
(115 kg).
13. Be careful when mounting and dismounting
the exercise bike.
14. Always keep your back straight while using
the exercise bike; do not arch your back.
15. The exercise bike does not have a freewheel;
the pedals will continue to move until the
flywheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed
in a controlled way.
16. To stop the flywheel quickly, press the
brake knob downward.
17. To avoid damaging the brake pads, do not
lubricate the brake pads.
18. 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 choosing the new PROFORM®
CARBON CX exercise bike. Cycling is an effective
exercise for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building
endurance, and toning the body. The CARBON CX
exercise bike provides a 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.
Brake Knob
Saddle
Hand Weight
Adjustment Handle
Adjustment Handle
*Water bottle is not included
Pedal/Strap
Leveling Foot
Handlebar
Console
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Wheel
Length: 4 ft. 9 in. (145 cm)
Width: 1 ft. 10 in. (56 cm)
Carriage Handle Water Bottle Holder*

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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 if it
has been preassembled. Extra parts may be included.
M6 Bolt Set (70)–2 M10 x 25mm
Screw (69)–4
M4 x 20mm
Screw (87)–1
M4 x 16mm
Screw (100)–4
M6 x 15mm
Screw (71)–4
M4 x 12mm
Screw (81)–4

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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.”
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tool(s):
one Phillips screwdriver
one adjustable wrench
one rubber mallet
one pair of scissors
Assembly may be easier if you have a set of
wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
ASSEMBLY
1. To use the assembly steps in this manual, first see the helpful tips below.

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2. If there are shipping tubes (not shown) attached
to the front and rear of the Frame (1), remove
and discard the shipping tubes and the hardware
attaching them.
Orient the Front Stabilizer (2) as shown, and
attach it to the Frame (1) with two M10 x 25mm
Screws (69).
2
69
2
1
69
3
3
3. Attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the Frame (1)
with two M10 x 25mm Screws (69).
1

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1
4
7
14
4. Tip: See the inset drawing to learn how to
operate the Adjustment Handle (14).
Locate the Adjustment Handle (14) on the rear
of the Frame (1). Pull the Adjustment Handle
outward, and insert the Saddle Post (7) into the
Frame.
Next, move the Saddle Post (7) upward or
downward to the desired position, release the
Adjustment Handle (14) into an adjustment
hole in the Saddle Post, and then tighten the
Adjustment Handle four turns. Make sure that
the Adjustment Handle is firmly engaged in
an adjustment hole.
Then, pull the Adjustment Handle (14) outward,
turn it so that it points downward as shown, and
then release it.
10
11
71
12
71
5. Orient the Left and Right Weight Rests (11, 12)
as shown.
Attach each Weight Rest (11, 12) to the Saddle
Carriage (10) with two M6 x 15mm Screws (71).
5
Loosen handle
Pull handle
Adjust post
Release handle
Tighten handle
Pull handle
Turn handle
down

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6
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6. Note: You can attach your own pedals if
desired.
Identify the Right Pedal (16). Using your fingers,
turn the Right Pedal about halfway into the Right
Crank Arm (18). Then, use the included wrench
to fully tighten the Right Pedal.
Repeat this step with the Left Pedal (not
shown). IMPORTANT: You must turn the Left
Pedal COUNTERCLOCKWISE to attach it.
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7. Have a second person hold the Handlebar (4)
near the Frame (1).
Next, locate the wire tie (A) in the Frame (1).
Tie the wire tie to the Upper Wire (90) in the
Handlebar (4). Then, pull the lower end of the
wire tie until the Upper Wire is routed through
the Frame. Untie and discard the wire tie.
Tip: See the upper inset drawing to learn how
to operate the Adjustment Handle (14).
Next, locate the Adjustment Handle (14) on
the front of the Frame (1). Pull the Adjustment
Handle outward. Then, insert the Handlebar (4)
into the Frame.
Move the Handlebar (4) downward and release
the Adjustment Handle (14) into the indi-
cated adjustment hole (B). Then, tighten the
Adjustment Handle four turns. Make sure that
the Adjustment Handle is firmly engaged in
the adjustment hole.
Then, pull the Adjustment Handle (14) outward,
turn it so that it points downward as shown, and
then release it.
See the lower inset drawing. Insert the Upper
Wire (90) through the zip tie (C) on the Frame
(1); do not connect the Upper Wire and do not
tighten the zip tie yet.
7
C
4
B
14
A
A
1
1
90
C
90
Loosen
handle
Pull
handle
Adjust
post
Release
handle
Tighten
handle
Pull
handle
Turn handle
down

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8. See the inset drawing. Connect the connector
on the Upper Wire (90) to the connector on the
Lower Wire (82).
Next, tighten the zip tie (C) around the indicated
mark (D) on the Upper Wire (90). Then, cut off
the excess zip tie.
8
90
82
C
C
D
90
82
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9. Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Press the Motor
Cover (38) onto the Frame (1), and then attach it
with an M4 x 20mm Screw (87).
87
38
1
Avoid
pinching
the wires

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10. Untie the wire tie (E) holding the Upper Wire (90)
to the Handlebar (4).
While a second person holds the Console
Mount (5) near the Handlebar (4), connect the
Extension Wire (99) in the Console Mount to the
Upper Wire (90) in the Handlebar (4).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Gently pull
on the indicated wire tie (F) as you slide the
Console Mount (5) onto the Handlebar (4).
Continue to pull the wire tie until the Extension
Wire (99) is routed through the Console Mount.
Make sure that the wires inside the Handlebar
are out of the way of the bolt holes.
You can attach the Console Mount (5) in either
the standard position or the extended position.
For the standard position, align the Console
Mount with the inner holes (G, H). For the
extended position, align the Console Mount with
the outer holes (H, I).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console Mount (5) with two M6 Bolt Sets (70).
10
70
E90
5
GHI
F
99
4
Avoid pinching
the wires
70
11. IMPORTANT: Do not insert batteries into
the Console (6) until instructed to do so in
assembly step 15. If batteries are inserted
before the Console Wire (J) is connected, the
Console will not function properly.
Orient the Console (6) and the Console Housing
(86) as shown. Slide the Console into the
Console Housing.
11
6
J
86
Do not insert
batteries into the
Console (6) yet

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12 100
100
89
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12. Orient the Console Housing (86) and the
Console Deck (89) as shown.
Attach the Console Housing (86) to the Console
Deck (89) with four M4 x 16mm Screws (100);
start all the Screws, and then tighten them.
98 5
89
86
13. While a second person holds the Console Deck
(89) near the Console Mount (5), connect the
Console Wire (J) to the Extension Wire (99).
Next, press the Wire Protector (98) around the
Console Wire (J) in the location shown.
Then, insert the Wires (J, 99) into the Console
Mount (5), and press the Wire Protector (98) into
the Console Mount.
J99
14. Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. If necessary,
tilt the Console Bracket (26) upward to make
this step easier. Attach the Console Deck (89)
to the Console Bracket with four M4 x 12mm
Screws (81); start all the Screws, and then
tighten them.
14
Avoid pinching
the wires
89
81
26
81

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17. After the exercise bike is assembled, inspect it to make sure that it is assembled correctly, that it
functions properly, and that all parts are properly tightened. Extra parts may be included. Place a mat
under the exercise bike to protect the floor or carpet.
To register your product and activate your warranty today, go to my.proform.com.
16. Set the Hand Weights (59) in the Weight
Rests (11, 12).
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59
11, 12
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15. The Console (6) requires three AA batteries (not
included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
Do not use old and new batteries together or
alkaline, standard, and rechargeable batter-
ies together. IMPORTANT: If the Console has
been exposed to cold temperatures, allow
it to warm to room temperature before you
insert batteries. Otherwise, you may dam-
age the console displays or other electronic
components.
See the inset drawing. Press the tab on the
battery cover (K), and remove the battery cover.
Next, insert three batteries into the battery com-
partment; make sure to orient the batteries
as shown by the diagram inside the battery
compartment. Then, reattach the battery cover.
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K

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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 (A)
beneath the rear
stabilizer until the
rocking motion is
eliminated.
HOW TO ADJUST THE ANGLE OF THE SADDLE
You can adjust the angle of the saddle to the position
that is most comfortable. You can also slide the saddle
forward or backward to increase your comfort or to
adjust the distance to the handlebar.
To adjust the saddle,
loosen the nuts (B)
on the saddle clamp
a few turns, and then
tilt the saddle upward
or downward or slide
the saddle forward
or backward to the
desired position.
Then, retighten the nuts.
HOW TO ADJUST THE HORIZONTAL POSITION OF
THE SADDLE
To adjust the position
of the saddle, first
loosen the carriage
handle (C) and pull it
outward. Then, move
the saddle forward
or backward, release
the carriage handle,
and then firmly
tighten the carriage
handle.
Note: The carriage handle (C) functions like a ratchet.
Turn the carriage handle in the desired direction, pull it
outward, turn it in the opposite direction, push it inward,
and then turn it in the desired direction again. Repeat
this process as many times as necessary.
A
A
B
C
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE

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HOW TO ADJUST THE SADDLE POST
For effective exercise, the saddle 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.
IMPORTANT: To prevent the hand weights from
falling out of the weight rests, hold the saddle post
firmly with one hand at all times while making this
adjustment.
To adjust the
height of the
saddle post, first
loosen the adjust-
ment handle (D)
four turns and
pull it outward.
Next, move the
saddle post
upward or down-
ward, release the
adjustment handle
into an adjust-
ment hole in the
saddle post, and
firmly tighten the
adjustment han-
dle four turns.
Make sure that the adjustment handle is engaged
in an adjustment hole. Then, pull the adjustment
handle outward, turn it so that it points downward as
shown, and then release it.
HOW TO ADJUST THE HANDLEBAR
To adjust the
height of the
handlebar, first
loosen the adjust-
ment handle (E)
four turns and
pull it outward.
Then, move
the handlebar
upward or down-
ward, release the
adjustment handle
into an adjust-
ment hole in the
handlebar, and
firmly tighten the
adjustment han-
dle four turns.
Make sure that the adjustment handle is engaged
in an adjustment hole. Then, pull the adjustment
handle outward, turn it so that it points downward as
shown, and then release it.
To adjust the horizontal position of the handlebar,
see assembly step 10 on page 12.
D
E

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HOW TO USE THE PEDALS
To use the pedals (F),
insert your shoes into
the toe cages and
pull the ends of the
toe straps. To adjust
the toe straps, press
and hold the tabs on
the buckles, adjust
the toe straps to the
desired position, and
then release the tabs.
Note: You can attach your own pedals to the
exercise bike if desired.
HOW TO USE THE BRAKE KNOB
To change the resis-
tance of the pedals,
press the buttons on
the console (see step
2 on page 19). To
stop the flywheel,
push the brake
knob (G) downward.
The flywheel should
quickly come to a
complete stop.
F
F
G

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The easy-to-use console enables you to change the
resistance of the pedals with the touch of a button
and provides instant exercise feedback during your
workouts.
You can also measure your heart rate using an optional
heart rate monitor. See page 22 for information
about purchasing an optional heart rate monitor.
You can also connect your tablet to the console and
use the iFIT®app to record and track your workout
information.
To use the manual mode, see page 19. To
connect your tablet to the console, see page 21.
To connect your heart rate monitor to the console,
see page 22.
Note: If there is a sheet of plastic on the display,
remove the plastic.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM
HOW TO USE THE CONSOLE

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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the
console to turn on the console.
When you turn on the console, the display will turn
on. The console will then be ready for use.
2. Change the resistance of the pedals as desired.
As you pedal, change the resistance of the pedals
by pressing the increase and decrease buttons.
Note: After you press a button, it will take a
moment for the pedals to reach the selected
resistance level.
If the message CH0 or CH1 appears in the display
when you press the increase and decrease but-
tons, you must recalibrate the resistance system.
First, see assembly step 15 on page 14 and
remove the batteries from the console. Next, press
and hold any button on the console for 20 seconds.
Then, release the button and reinsert the batteries
into the console; the exercise bike will adjust to the
lowest resistance level.
3. Follow your progress with the display.
The display can show the following workout
information:
Scan (scan arrow icon)—This mode displays
the speed, pulse, calories, resistance, RPM, time,
and distance modes, for a few seconds each, in a
repeating cycle.
Speed (rabbit icon)—This mode displays your
pedaling speed, in miles per hour.
Pulse (heart icon)—This mode displays your heart
rate in beats per minute when you are using an
optional heart rate monitor (see step 4).
Calories (flame icon)—This mode displays the
approximate number of calories that you have
burned during your workout.
Resistance (hand weight icon)—This mode
displays the current resistance level of the pedals.
RPM (circular arrow icon)—This mode displays
your pedaling speed, in revolutions per minute
(RPM).
Time (clock icon)—This mode displays the
elapsed time that you have pedaled during your
workout.
Distance (road icon)—This mode displays
the distance that you have pedaled during your
workout, in miles.
Scan mode—
When the console
is turned on, the
scan mode will
automatically be
selected. The
scan arrow icon
(A) will appear in
the display when
the scan mode is
selected. Note: If
a different mode is selected, select the scan mode
again by pressing the Display button repeatedly.
Speed, pulse,
calories,
resistance,
RPM, time, and
distance mode—
To select one of
these modes for
continuous display,
press the Display
button repeatedly.
The mode icons will show which mode is selected.
Make sure that there the scan arrow icon does
not appear.
To pause the console, simply stop pedaling. The
console will pause for up to a few minutes. To con-
tinue your workout, simply resume pedaling.
To end your workout and reset the display to zero,
simply stop pedaling and wait for a few minutes for
the console display to reset.
A

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4. Wear a heart rate monitor and measure your
heart rate if desired.
You can wear an optional heart rate monitor
to measure your heart rate. For more informa-
tion about the optional heart rate monitor, see
page 22. Note: The console is compatible with
Bluetooth®Smart heart rate monitors.
To connect your heart rate monitor to the console,
see HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HEART RATE
MONITOR TO THE CONSOLE on page 22.
If your heart rate is not shown, make sure that the
pulse mode is displayed.
5. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
The console has an auto-off feature. If the pedals
are not moved and the console buttons are not
pressed for a few minutes, the console will turn off
automatically.
IMPORTANT: When you are finished exercis-
ing, make sure to disconnect your tablet and/or
heart rate monitor from the console (see page
21 and page 22). If you do not do this, the
console may not turn off and the batteries will
drain more quickly.