Pro-Form 300 Zle Elliptical User manual

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS..................................................................3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL ..............................................................16
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................21
EXERCISE GUIDELINES ....................................................................23
PART LIST ...............................................................................25
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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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 265 lbs. (120 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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Heart Rate Monitor
Upper Body Arm
Handlebar
Pedal Disc
Wheel
Pedal
Fan
Console
Water Bottle Holder*
Leveling Foot
Handle
*Water bottle is not included
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for purchasing the PROFORM®300 ZLE
elliptical. The 300 ZLE elliptical provides an array 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 back 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.
Length: 5 ft. 1 in. (155 cm)
Width: 2 ft. (61 cm)

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M10 x 48mm
Screw (75)–6
M10 x 20mm
Screw (79)–7
M8 x 20mm
Screw (80)–2
M4 x 48mm
Screw (89)–2
M8 x 45mm Bolt
(76)–4
M10 x 85mm Screw (82)–4
M4 x 16mm
Screw (92)–7
Shoulder Bolt (31)–2
M8 Washer
(33)–2
M10 Split
Washer (78)–10
M8 Jam Nut
(77)–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 if it
has been preassembled. Extra parts may be included.

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• 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 5.
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tool(s):
one Phillips screwdriver
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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and register your product.
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this manual) and register your product.
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2. While a second person lifts the rear of the Frame
(1), attach the Rear Stabilizer (70) to the Frame
with two M10 x 85mm Screws (82).
3. Orient the Front Stabilizer (73) so that the
“Front” sticker is facing away from the front of
the Frame (1).
While a second person lifts the front of the
Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer (73) to the
Frame with two M10 x 85mm Screws (82).
70
82
1
2
3
1
82
73

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4
Wire
Tie
2
42
37
5. Slide the Upright (2) onto the Frame (1).
Tip: Have a second person hold the Top
Shield Cover (37) out of the way.
Tip: Avoid pinching the Wire Harness (42).
Attach the Upright (2) with four M10 x 20mm
Screws (79) and four M10 Split Washers (78).
Slide the Top Shield Cover (37) downward and
press it into the Left and Right Shields (44, 45).
5
1
1
78
44 45
78
79
79
79
1
2
42
Wire Tie
Avoid pinching the
Wire Harness (42)
4. Orient the Upright (2) and the Top Shield Cover
(37) as shown. Slide the Top Shield Cover
upward onto the Upright.
Have a second person hold the Upright (2) near
the Frame (1).
See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in
the Upright (2). Tie the lower end of the wire tie
to the Wire Harness (42). Next, pull the upper
end of the wire tie upward out of the top of the
Upright. Then, untie and discard the wire tie.
Tip: To prevent the Wire Harness (42) from
falling into the Upright (2), secure the Wire
Harness with a rubber band or a piece of
tape.
2
42
37

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6. See the upper drawing. To avoid pinching
the Pulse Wires (28) while you assemble the
Handlebar (39), perform the following actions:
Insert the end of the left Pulse Wire (28) into the
left side of the Handlebar (39).
Then, insert the end of the right Pulse Wire (28)
into the right side of the Handlebar (39).
See the lower drawing. Have a second person
hold the Handlebar (39) in place around the
Upright (2).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Handlebar (39) to the Upright (2) with three M10
x 20mm Screws (79).
39
39
79
79
28
28
Avoid pinching
the wires
6
2

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8
4
2
8. Locate the Pulse Wires (28) inside the left and
right sides of the Handlebar (39) and pull them
upward out of the Upright (2).
While a second person holds the Console (4)
near the Upright (2), connect the console wires
to the Wire Harness (42) and to the Pulse Wires
(28).
Insert the excess wires into the Upright (2).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (4) to the Upright (2) with four M4 x
16mm Screws (92).
Console Wires
28
42
39
92
92
Avoid
pinching
the wires
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4
Batteries
Batteries
Screws
Battery
Covers
7. The Console (4) can use four D batteries (not
included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
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 compo-
nents. Remove the screws, remove the battery
covers, and insert the batteries into the battery
compartments. Make sure to orient the bat-
teries as shown by the diagrams inside the
battery compartments. Then, reattach the bat-
tery covers.
To purchase an optional power adapter, call
the telephone number on the front cover of
this manual. To avoid damaging the console,
use only a manufacturer-supplied power
adapter. Plug one end of the power adapter into
the receptacle on the console; plug the other
end into an outlet installed in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.

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10. Identify the Left and Right Upper Body Arms
(8, 9).
Orient the Left Upper Body Arm (8) and an
Upper Body Leg (6) as shown. Make sure that
the hexagonal holes are in the indicated
location.
Insert the Left Upper Body Arm (8) into the
Upper Body Leg (6).
Attach the Left Upper Body Arm (8) with two M8
x 45mm Bolts (76) and two M8 Jam Nuts (77).
Make sure that the Jam Nuts are in the hex-
agonal holes. Do not tighten the Bolts yet.
Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (9) to the
other Upper Body Leg (6) in the same way.
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Hexagonal
Holes
8
6
6
9
77
77
76
76
9. Attach the Console Cover (32) to the back of the
Console (4) with two M4 x 48mm Screws (89). 9
4
32
89

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31
76
76
49
12
6
6
Grease
12. Apply a small amount of grease to a Shoulder
Bolt (31).
While a second person holds the front end of the
Right Pedal Arm (49) inside the bracket on the
right Upper Body Leg (6), insert the Shoulder
Bolt (31) through the right Upper Body Leg and
the Right Pedal Arm.
Tighten the Shoulder Bolt (31) into the welded
nut on the right Upper Body Leg (6).
Repeat this step to attach the Left Pedal Arm
(not shown) to the left Upper Body Leg (6).
Tighten the M8 x 45mm Bolts (76).
11. Apply a generous amount of the included grease
to the axles on the Upright (2).
Orient the Left and Right Upper Body Arms (8, 9)
as shown, and slide them onto the left and right
sides of the Upright (2).
Attach each Upper Body Arm (8, 9) with an M8 x
20mm Screw (80) and an M8 Washer (33).
11
2
33 80
80
33
8
9
Grease

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13. See the inset drawing. Identify a Pivot Cover A
(19), which has hooks, and a Pivot Cover B (22),
which has tabs.
Press a Pivot Cover A (19) and a Pivot Cover
B (22) together around the Right Upper Body
Arm (9).
Repeat this step for the other side of the
elliptical.
Tip: Make sure that the Pivot Covers (19, 22)
are positioned as shown.
13
22
22
19
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14. Attach the Rear Upright Cover (3) to the Upright
(2) with three M4 x 16mm Screws (92).
Orient the Front Upright Cover (16) so that the
indicated arrow is pointing upward.
Press the Front Upright Cover (16) into the Rear
Upright Cover (3).
Press the Water Bottle Holder (5) into the Rear
Upright Cover (3).
9
8
19
92
5
92
16
Arrow
3
2
Tabs
Hooks
Hooks
19
22

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49
13
78
75
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16. Identify the Right Pedal (13).
Attach the Right Pedal (13) to the Right Pedal
Arm (49) with three M10 x 48mm Screws (75)
and three M10 Split Washers (78). Make sure to
use the center hole and the two outer holes
to attach the Right Pedal.
Attach the Left Pedal (not shown) to the Left
Pedal Arm (not shown) in the same way.
15. Press a Front Leg Cover (20) and a Rear Leg
Cover (21) together around the right Upper Body
Leg (6).
Repeat this step for the other side of the
elliptical.
15
20
21
6

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18. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical are properly tightened. Note: Extra parts may be included. To
protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the elliptical.
17. Press the Rear Shield Cover (59) onto the Left
and Right Shields (44, 45). 17
59
44 45

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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
front wheels. Pull on the upright and have a second
person lift the handle 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
stabilizer until the rocking motion is eliminated (see the
drawing above).
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
lowest position. Then, step onto the other pedal.
Push the pedals until they begin to move with a
continuous motion. Note: The pedal discs can turn
in either direction. It is recommended that you
move the pedal discs in the direction shown by the
arrow; however, for variety, you can turn the pedal
discs 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.
Handle Leveling Foot
Upright
Pedals
Pedal
Disc
Upper Body Arms
Handlebars
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL
Place
your foot
here

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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.
The console offers twelve preset workouts—seven
weight loss workouts and five performance workouts.
Each preset workout automatically changes the resis-
tance 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 18. To use a
preset workout, see page 19. To use the sound
system, see page 20.
Note: Before using the console, make sure that batter-
ies are installed (see assembly step 7 on page 10).
If there is a sheet of plastic on the display, remove the
plastic.
Javelin
ELS39959
23943.0
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 light.
A tone will sound and the console will be ready for
use.
2. Select the manual mode.
When you turn on the console, the manual mode
will be selected.
If you have
selected a work-
out, reselect the
manual mode by
pressing the Weight
Loss Workouts or
the Performance
Workouts button
repeatedly until
zeros appear in the
displays.
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 resis-
tance level.
4. Follow your progress with the displays.
The upper display—This display will show the
elapsed time and the resistance level of the pedals
each time the resistance level changes.
Note: During a workout, the display will show the
time remaining in the workout.
The lower left display—This display will show the
distance (total number of revolutions) that you have
pedaled.
The lower right display—This display will show
your pedaling speed in revolutions per minute
(rpm) and the approximate number of calories you
have burned.
The lower right display will also show your heart
rate when you use the handgrip heart rate monitor
(see step 5).
The right display—This display will show a track
that represents 400 m (1/4 mile). 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.
Track

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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 moni-
tor, remove the
plastic. In addi-
tion, 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 gripping
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 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 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 A PRESET WORKOUT
1. Turn on the console.
See step 1 on page 18.
2. Select a preset workout.
To select a preset
workout, press
the Weight Loss
Workouts or the
Performance
Workouts button
repeatedly until
the name of the
desired workout
appears in the
upper display.
When you select a preset workout, the duration of
the workout will appear in the upper display and a
profile of the resistance levels of the workout will
scroll across the center display.
Note: Complete profiles of the preset workouts are
printed on the sides of the console.
3. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
Each workout is divided into 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.
Contacts
Profile

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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.
If the resistance level for the current segment is too
high or too low, you can manually override the set-
ting by pressing the Resistance buttons. However,
when the current segment ends, the pedals will
automatically 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 restart 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.
Note: If you continue to pedal after the workout is
completed, the display will continue to show exer-
cise feedback; however, the display will not show
the elapsed time until you select the manual mode
or a new workout.
4. Follow your progress with the displays.
See step 4 on page 18.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 5 on page 19.
6. Turn on the fan if desired.
See step 6 on page 19.
7. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
See step 7 on page 19.
HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM
To play music or audio books through the console
sound system while you exercise, plug your audio
cable into the jack on the console and into the jack on
your MP3 player or CD player; make sure that your
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.