Pro-Form 480 Le Elliptical User manual

Serial
Number
Decal
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. eep this manual
for future reference.
Model No. PFEL04908.1
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the
space above for reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................5
HOWTOUSETHEELLIPTICAL .............................................................13
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................21
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................22
PARTLIST ..............................................................................24
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................26
ORDERINGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LIMITEDWARRANTY ..............................................................BackCover
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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
This drawing shows the location(s) of the warn-
ing decal(s). If a decal is missing or illegible,
see the front cover of this manual and
request a free replacement decal. Apply the
decal in the location shown. Note: The
decal(s) may not be shown at actual size.
PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical before using your elliptical. ICON
assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of
this product.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
1. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or
persons with pre-existing health problems.
2. Use the elliptical only as described in this
manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical are adequately
informed of all precautions.
4. The elliptical is intended for home use only.
Do not use the elliptical in a commercial,
rental, or institutional setting.
5. eep the elliptical indoors, away from
moisture and dust. 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
damage, place a mat under the elliptical.
7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts
regularly. Replace any worn parts
immediately.
8. eep 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 pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors may affect the accuracy of
heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is
intended only as an exercise aid in
determining heart rate trends in general.
13. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the
pedals will continue to move until the
flywheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed
in a controlled way.
14. eep your back straight while using the
elliptical; 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.

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Handgrip Pulse Sensor
Upper Body Arm
Crank Arm
Wheel
Pedal
Console
Water Bottle Holder*
Leveling Foot
Handle
Storage Latch
Storage Magnet
Fan
Pedal Arm Latch
*Water bottle is not included
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for purchasing the PROFORM®480 LE
elliptical. The 480 LE 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 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.

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M10 x 127mm Button Screw (83)–2
M10 Locknut
(81)–2
M8 Jam Nut
(79)–5
Wave Washer
(111)–2
M8 Washer
(88)–6
M8 x 23mm Button
Screw (84)–4
M8 Split
Washer (90)–3
M8 x 41mm Button
Bolt (78)–4
M4 x 16mm
Round Head
Screw (101)–8
M4 x 32mm
Round Head
Screw (105)–6
M8 x 23mm Shoulder
Screw (115)–4
M8 x 69mm Button
Bolt (80)–1
M10 x 80mm Carriage
Bolt (82)–2
Hub Screw (87)–8
M4 Split
Washer
(112)–8 M4 Washer
(102)–8
M4 x 47mm Screw
(108)–2
M4 x 16mm
Blunt Screw
(104)–8
ASSEMBLY
To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical, call 1-800-445-2480.
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical in a cleared area and remove the packing
materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.
In addition to the included tool(s), assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver , an adjustable
wrench , and a rubber mallet .
See 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. To avoid damaging parts, do not use power tools for assembly.

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1.
While another person lifts the Base (1),
attach the Front Stabilizer (6) to the Base
with two M10 x 80mm Carriage Bolts (82)
and two M10 Locknuts (81).
2. Remove the indicated screw and the ship-
ping bracket from the Base (1). Discard the
screw and the shipping bracket.
Next, tighten the Base Foot (26) into the
Base (1).
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81
81
82
1
1
Shipping
Bracket
26
Screw
2
1
To make assembly easier, read the
information on page 5 before you
begin.

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3. Attach the Rear Stabilizer (7) to the Frame
(2) with two M10 x 127mm Button Screws
(83).
Next, hold the handle on the Frame (2),
press the Latch Button (68), and lower the
Frame until the Rear Stabilizer (7) rests on
the floor.
383
7
Handle
2
68
4. Hold a Hub Cover (75) and a Crank Arm
(36) against the Crank (45).
Align the holes in the Hub Cover (75) and
the Crank Arm (36) with the unused holes in
the Crank (45).
Insert four Hub Screws (87) into the Hub
Cover (75) and the Crank Arm (36), and fin-
ger tighten the Hub Screws into the Crank
(45). Tighten one Hub Screw, and then
tighten the Hub Screw across from the
first Hub Screw. Then, tighten the
remaining two Hub Screws.
Repeat this step on the right side of the
elliptical.
Make sure that the Crank Arms (36) are
oriented with the Crank Bushing Sleeves
(43) in the positions shown. Note: There
are no Pulley Screws (98) on the right side.
4
36
45
98
75
87
87
36
43
43

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6. Identify the Left Upright Cover (17), which is
marked with a “Left” sticker, and hold it
against the left side of the Upright (3).
Attach the Left Upright Cover (17) with two
M4 x 16mm Round Head Screws (101).
Attach the Right Upright Cover (39) in
the same way.
5. While another person holds the Upright (3)
near the Base (1), connect the Upper Wire
Harness (48) to the Lower Wire Harness
(49).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Insert the
Upright (3) into the Base (1). Attach the
Upright with an M8 x 69mm Button Bolt
(80), an M8 Split Washer (90), and an M8
Jam Nut (79). Do not tighten the Button
Bolt yet; make sure that the Jam Nut is
in the hexagonal hole in the Base.
Next, finger tighten two M8 x 23mm Button
Screws (84) and two M8 Split Washers (90)
into the Base (1). Do not tighten the
Button Screws yet.
Attach the Water Bottle Holder (22) to the
Base (1) with two M4 x 16mm Blunt Screws
(104).
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17
39
3
101
101
3
80
48
49
22
84
84
90
90
90 104
Avoid pinching
the wires
79
1
5

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7. The Console (5) can use four D batteries
(not included); alkaline batteries are recom-
mended. 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 components. Remove
the battery cover and insert the batteries
into the battery compartment. Make sure to
orient the batteries as shown by the dia-
gram inside the battery compartment.
Then, reattach the battery cover.
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-sup-
plied power adapter. Plug one end of the
power adapter into the jack on the console;
plug the other end into an outlet installed in
accordance with all local codes and ordi-
nances.
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5
Batteries
Cover
8. While another person holds the Console (5)
near the Upright (3), connect the wire har-
ness on the Console to the Upper Wire
Harness (48).
Insert the excess wire harness into the
Upright (3).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (5) to the Upright (3) with four M4 x
16mm Round Head Screws (101).
48
5
3
101
Wire
Harness
8
Avoid pinching
the wires

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10. Apply a generous amount of the included
grease to the Pivot Axle (74). Insert the
Pivot Axle into the Upright (3) and center it.
Orient the Left Upper Body Leg (11) as
shown, and slide it onto the left end of the
Pivot Axle (74). Slide the Right Upper Body
Leg (12) onto the right end of the Pivot
Axle.
Tighten an M8 x 23mm Button Screw (84)
with an M8 Washer (88) and a Wave
Washer (111) into each end of the Pivot
Axle (74). Make sure that the Wave
Washers are on the ends of the Pivot
Axle.
9. Identify the Left Upper Body Arm (8) and
the Left Upper Body Leg (11), which are
marked with “Left” stickers, and orient them
as shown.
Insert the Left Upper Body Arm (8) into the
Left Upper Body Leg (11).
Attach the Left Upper Body Arm (8) with two
M8 x 41mm Button Bolts (78) and two M8
Jam Nuts (79). Make sure that the Jam
Nuts are in the hexagonal holes in the
Left Upper Body Leg (11).
Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (9) to
the Right Upper Body Leg (12) in the
same way.
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11
8
9
12
88 84
111
88
74
3
84
111
12
11
78
78
79
79
Hexagonal
Holes
Grease
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