ICON PRO-FORM EASY STRIDER User manual

CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
Model No. PFEL04813.0
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the space
above for reference.
Serial Number Decal
USER’S MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS..................................................................3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL ..............................................................14
FCC INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................21
EXERCISE GUIDELINES ....................................................................23
PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
EXPLODED DRAWING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS .................................................. Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
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.
1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical are adequately
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 elliptical only as described in this
manual.
4. The elliptical is intended for home use only.
Do not use the elliptical in a commercial,
rental, or institutional setting.
5. Keep the elliptical indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the elliptical in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.
6. Place the elliptical on a level surface, with 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. To protect the floor or carpet from dam-
age, place a mat under the elliptical.
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 elliptical at all times.
9. The elliptical should not be used by persons
weighing more than 250 lbs. (113 kg).
10. 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.
11. Hold the handlebars or the upper body arms
when mounting, dismounting, or using the
elliptical.
12. The heart rate monitor is not a medical
device. Various factors may affect the accu-
racy of heart rate readings. The heart rate
monitor is intended only as an exercise aid
in determining heart rate trends in general.
13. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the
pedals will continue to move until the fly-
wheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed in
a controlled way.
14. Keep your back straight while using the ellip-
tical; do not arch your back.
15. 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.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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STANDARD SERVICE PLANS

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Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM®
EASY STRIDER elliptical. The EASY STRIDER
elliptical provides an impressive selection of features
designed to make your workouts at home more effec-
tive 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.
Heart Rate Monitor
Accessory Tray
Speaker
Handlebar
Upper Body Arm
Pedal
Roller
Track
Console
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Wheel
Leveling Foot
Length: 5 ft. 8 in. (173 cm)
Width: 2 ft. 2 in. (66 cm)

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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.
M8 Locknut
(60)–6
M8 Washer
(63)–6
M4 x 16mm
Screw (56)–4
M10 x 70mm Screw (76)–2
M10 x 60mm Bolt (72)–1
M10 x 53mm Screw (73)–1
M10 x 39mm Screw (75)–2
M8 x 38mm Bolt
(59)–6
M8 x 20mm
Screw (61)–6
M6 Bolt Set (67)–2
M10 Washer
(64)–6
M10 Curved
Washer (62)–2
M10 Split
Washer (80)–2
M10 Locknut
(77)–1
M10 x 20mm
Screw (74)–5

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2
1
12
76
ASSEMBLY
• 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 nish all assembly steps.
• Left parts are marked “L” or “Left” and right parts
are marked “R” or “Right.”
• To identify small parts, see page 6.
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tools:
one Phillips screwdriver
one rubber mallet
Assembly may be easier if you have a set of
wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
1
2. With the help of a second person, place some
of the packing materials (not shown) under the
front of the Frame (1). Have the second per-
son hold the Frame to prevent it from tipping
while you complete this step.
Attach the Front Stabilizer (12) to the Frame (1)
with two M10 x 70mm Screws (76).
Remove the packing materials from under the
Frame (1).
1. Go to www.proformservice.com/registration
on your computer and register your product.
• activates your warranty
• saves you time if you ever need to contact
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
1
74
74
74
11
64
64
75
4
1
2
Wire
Tie
Wire Tie
32
3. With the help of a second person, place some of
the packing materials (not shown) under the rear
of the Frame (1).
Attach the Track (11) to the Frame (1) with four
M10 x 20mm Screws (74), two M10 x 39mm
Screws (75), and six M10 Washers (64) as
shown; start all six Screws, and then tighten
them.
Remove the packing materials from under the
Frame (1).
4. Have a second person hold the Upright (2) near
the Frame (1).
Locate the wire tie in the Upright (2). Tie the
lower end of the wire tie to the Main Wire
Harness (32). Then, pull the upper end of the
wire tie until the Main Wire Harness is routed
through the Upright.
Tip: Secure the Main Wire Harness (32) to the
Upright (2) with the wire tie to prevent it from
falling into the Upright.

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5
2
1
72
74
73
77
80
80
62
Hexagonal Hole
62
32
6
5. Tip: Avoid pinching the Main Wire Harness
(32). Slide the Upright (2) onto the Frame (1).
Attach the Upright (2) with an M10 x 53mm
Screw (73), an M10 x 20mm Screw (74), two
M10 Split Washers (80), and two M10 Curved
Washers (62) as shown; do not fully tighten
the Screws yet.
Finish attaching the Upright (2) with an M10 x
60mm Bolt (72) and an M10 Locknut (77); do
not fully tighten the Screws yet. Make sure
that the Locknut is in the hexagonal hole.
Grease
Grease
18
2
Avoid pinching
the Main Wire
Harness (32)
6. Insert the Long Axle (18) into the Upright (2) and
center it.
Using a plastic bag to keep your fingers clean,
apply some of the included grease to both ends
of the Long Axle (18).

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7
59 59
60
Hexagonal
Holes
60
4
6
5
3
7. Identify the Right Upper Body Arm (4) and the
Right Upper Body Leg (5), and orient them as
shown.
Insert the Right Upper Body Arm (4) into the
Right Upper Body Leg (5). Attach the Right
Upper Body Arm with three M8 x 38mm Bolts
(59) and three M8 Locknuts (60); make sure
that the Locknuts are in the hexagonal holes.
Do not fully tighten the Bolts yet.
Attach the Left Upper Body Arm (3) to the
Left Upper Body Leg (6) in the same way.
61
61
44
44
18
63
63
8. Slide the Right Upper Body Arm (4) onto the
right side of the Long Axle (18).
Slide the Left Upper Body Arm (3) onto the left
side of the Long Axle (18).
Tighten an M8 x 20mm Screw (61) with an Axle
Cover (44) and an M8 Washer (63) into each
end of the Long Axle (18) at the same time.
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3
4

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9. Apply grease to the right Crank Arm (13).
Identify the Right Roller Arm (7) and orient it as
shown.
Attach the Right Roller Arm (7) to the right Crank
Arm (13) with an M8 x 20mm Screw (61), an
Axle Cover (44), and an M8 Washer (63).
Attach the Left Roller Arm (8) in the same
way.
61
Grease
44
63
13
8
7
10
10. Apply grease to a Short Axle (19).
Then, identify the Right Pedal Arm (9).
Slide the Right Pedal Arm (9) onto the Right
Roller Arm (7) as shown, and insert the Short
Axle (19) into both parts from the direction
shown.
Finger tighten an M8 x 20mm Screw (61) with
an M8 Washer (63) into the end of the Short
Axle (19).
Then, tighten both of the M8 x 20mm Screws
(61) in the Short Axle (19) at the same time.
Attach the Left Pedal Arm (10) to the Left
Roller Arm (8) in the same way.
10
61 63
8
7
19 61
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Grease

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30
Battery
Cover
Battery
Cover
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12. The Console (30) can use four D 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 inserting
batteries. Otherwise, you may damage the
console displays or other electronic com-
ponents. Remove the battery covers from the
back of the Console, and insert batteries into the
battery compartments. Make sure to orient the
batteries as shown by the diagrams inside
the battery compartments. Then, reattach the
battery covers.
To purchase an optional power adapter, call
the telephone number on the cover of this
manual. To avoid damaging the console,
use only a manufacturer-supplied regulated
power adapter. Plug one end of the power
adapter into the receptacle inside the battery
compartment on the console; plug the other end
into an outlet installed in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
Receptacle
11
6
5
10
11. Apply grease to an M6 Bolt Set (67).
Attach the Right Pedal Arm (9) to the Right
Upper Body Leg (5) with the M6 Bolt Set (67).
Attach the Left Pedal Arm (10) to the Left
Upper Body Leg (6) in the same way.
67 67
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Grease

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13. Remove and discard the wire tie on the Main
Wire Harness (32).
Have a second person hold the Console (30)
near the Upright (2).
Connect the wires on the Console (30) to the
Main Wire Harness (32) and to the Pulse Wire
Harness (31).
Insert the excess wire into the Upright (2).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (30) to the Upright (2) with four M4 x
16mm Screws (56).
See step 5. Tighten the M10 x 53mm Screw
(73), the M10 x 20mm Screw (74), and the M10
x 60mm Bolt (72).
See step 7. Tighten the M8 x 38mm Bolts (59).
2
56
31
30
32
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14. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the elliptical. Note: Extra parts may be
included. Place a mat beneath the elliptical to protect the floor.
Avoid pinching
the wires

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HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL
HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL
Due to the size and weight of the elliptical, moving
it requires two persons. Stand in front of the elliptical,
hold the upright, and place one foot against one of the
wheels. Pull on the upright, and have a second person
lift the track until the elliptical will roll on the wheels.
Carefully move the elliptical to the desired location, and
then lower it to the floor.
HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL
If the elliptical rocks
slightly on your
floor during use,
turn one or both
of the leveling feet
beneath the rear of
the frame until the
rocking motion is
eliminated.
HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL
To mount the elliptical, hold the handlebars or the
upper body arms 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 pedals can turn in either direc-
tion. It is recommended that you turn the pedals
in the direction shown by the arrow; however, for
variety, you can turn the pedals in the opposite
direction.
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.
Pull on the
upright
Place
your foot
here
Lift
here
Leveling
Feet
Handlebars
Upper
Body Arms
Pedals

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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. As you exercise, the console will provide
continuous exercise feedback. You can even measure
your heart rate using the handgrip heart rate monitor.
Lose unwanted pounds with the progressive 8-week
weight-loss program. Each workout in the program
controls the resistance of the pedals as it guides you
through an effective workout designed to help you
achieve the results you want.
The console offers eighteen preset workouts—nine
weight loss and nine performance workouts. Each
preset workout automatically changes the resistance
of the pedals as it guides you through an effective
workout.
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 use the manual mode, see page 16. To use the
sound system, see page 17. To use an 8-week
weight-loss workout, see page 18. To use a pre-
set workout, see page 19.
Note: If there is a sheet of plastic on the display,
remove the plastic.
Sulfur
ELPF04813
PFEL04813
CONSOLE DIAGRAM

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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1. Turn on the console.
Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the
console.
When you turn on the console, the display will turn
on. A tone will sound and the console will be ready
for use.
2. Select the manual mode.
When you turn on the con-
sole, the manual mode will
be selected automatically.
If you have selected a
workout, reselect the manual
mode by pressing the 9 Wt.
Loss Workouts button or the
9 Perform. Workouts but-
ton repeatedly until a track
appears in the upper display.
3. Begin pedaling and change the resistance of
the pedals as desired.
As you pedal, change the
resistance 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 resistance level.
4. Follow your progress with the display.
The display can show the following workout
information:
Calories—This display mode will show the approx-
imate number of calories you have burned.
Distance—This display mode will show the dis-
tance that you have pedaled in revolutions.
Profile—When a workout is selected, this display
mode will show a profile of the resistance settings
of the workout.
Pulse—This display mode will show your heart rate
when you use the handgrip heart rate monitor (see
step 5).
Resistance (Res)—This display mode will show
the resistance level of the pedals for a few seconds
each time the resistance level changes.
Speed—This display mode will show your pedaling
speed in revolutions per minute.
Time—When the manual mode is selected, this
display mode will show the elapsed time. When a
workout is selected, this display mode will show the
time remaining in the workout.
Track—When the manual mode is selected, this
display mode will show a track representing 1/4
mile (400 m). 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.
Press the Display Mode
button repeatedly to view the
desired workout information.
When the word SCAN
appears in the display, the
display will show the calo-
ries, distance, speed, and
time display modes in a
repeating cycle.
To reset the display to zero, press the On/Reset
button.
Change the volume level of the
console by pressing the volume
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5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
If there are sheets of
plastic on the metal
contacts on the
handgrip heart rate
monitor, remove the
plastic. In addition,
make sure that your
hands are clean. To
measure your heart
rate, hold the handgrip
heart rate monitor with your palms resting against
the contacts. Avoid moving your hands or grip-
ping the contacts tightly.
When your pulse is detected, a heart-shaped
symbol will flash in the display and then your heart
rate will be shown. For the most accurate heart rate
reading, hold the contacts for at least 15 seconds.
If your heart rate is not shown, 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 performance, 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 high and low speed
settings. Press the fan increase
and decrease buttons 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 exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
If the pedals do not move for several seconds, a
series of tones will sound, the console will pause,
and the time will flash in the display.
If the pedals do not move for several minutes, the
console will turn off and the display will be reset.
HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM
To play music or audio books through the console
sound system while you exercise, plug a 3.5 mm male
to 3.5 mm male audio cable (not included) into the jack
on the console and into a jack on your MP3 player,
CD player, or other personal audio player; make sure
that the audio cable is fully plugged in. Note: To
purchase an audio cable, see your local electronics
store.
Next, press the play button on your
personal audio player. Adjust the vol-
ume level using the volume increase
and decrease buttons on the console
or the volume control on your per-
sonal audio player.
Contacts

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HOW TO USE AN 8-WEEK WEIGHT-LOSS
WORKOUT
1. Turn on the console.
Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the
console.
When you turn on the console, the display will turn
on. A tone will sound and the console will be ready
for use.
2. Select the desired week of the program.
To select the
desired week
of the program,
press the Select
Week button
repeatedly until
the number of
the desired week
appears in the
display.
3. Select the desired day of the program.
There are three
day workouts
for each week
of the program.
To select the
desired day of
the program,
press the Select
Day button
repeatedly until
the number of
the desired day appears in the display.
4. Start the workout.
Press the Commit button and begin pedaling to
start the workout.
Each workout is divided into several one-minute
segments. One resistance level is programmed for
each segment. Note: The same resistance level
may be programmed for consecutive segments.
During the workout, the workout profile (see the
drawing above) will show your progress. 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 is programmed for the next segment,
the resistance level will flash in the display for a
few seconds to alert you. The resistance of the
pedals will then change.
IMPORTANT: 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. However, when the
current segment ends, the pedals will automati-
cally adjust to the resistance level for the next
segment.
As you exercise, keep your pedaling speed near
the target speed indicated by the voice coach.
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 you stop pedaling for several seconds, a series of
tones will sound and the workout will pause.
To resume the workout, simply resume pedaling.
The workout will continue until the last segment
of the profile flashes and the last segment of the
workout ends.
5. Follow your progress with the display.
See step 4 on page 16.
6. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 5 on page 17.
7. Turn on the fan if desired.
See step 6 on page 17.
8. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
See step 7 on page 17.
Profile
Profile
Week
Number
Day
Number

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HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT
1. Turn on the console.
Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the
console.
When you turn on the console, the display will turn
on. A tone will sound and the console will be ready
for use.
2. Select a preset workout.
To select a preset work-
out, press the 9 Wt. Loss
Workouts button or the 9
Perform. Workouts button
repeatedly until the num-
ber of the desired workout
appears in the lower display.
When you select a preset workout, a profile of the
resistance levels of the workout will scroll across
the upper display, the duration of the workout will
appear in the center display, and the number of the
workout will appear in the lower display.
3. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
Each workout is divided into several one-minute
segments. One resistance level is programmed for
each segment. Note: The same resistance level
may be programmed for consecutive segments.
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 is programmed for the next segment,
the resistance level will flash in the display for a
few seconds to alert you. The resistance of the
pedals will then change.
IMPORTANT: 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. However, when the
current segment ends, the pedals will automati-
cally adjust to the resistance level for the next
segment.
If you stop pedaling for several seconds, a series of
tones will sound and the workout will pause.
To resume the workout, simply resume pedaling.
The workout will continue until the last segment
of the profile flashes and the last segment of the
workout ends.
4. Follow your progress with the display.
See step 4 on page 16.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 5 on page 17.
6. Turn on the fan if desired.
See step 6 on page 17.
7. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
See step 7 on page 17.
Profile

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FCC INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to
computer or peripheral devices. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respon-
sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.