Pro-Form 545e User manual

USER’S MANUAL
CAUTION
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instructions in this manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL TRAINER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the elliptical trainer.
2. Use the elliptical trainer only as described in
this manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to
ensure that all users of the elliptical trainer
are adequately informed of all precautions.
4. Place the elliptical trainer on a level surface,
with a mat beneath it to protect the floor or
carpet. Keep the elliptical trainer indoors,
away from moisture and dust.
5. Inspect and tighten all parts regularly.
Replace any worn parts immediately.
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the elliptical trainer at all times.
7. The elliptical trainer should not be used by
persons weighing more than 250 pounds.
8. Wear appropriate clothing when using the
elliptical trainer. Always wear athletic shoes
for foot protection.
9. When mounting and dismounting the ellipti-
cal trainer, always hold the handlebars or
the T-handle and step onto and off the pedal
that is in the lowest position.
10. Each time you stop exercising on the
elliptical trainer, allow the pedals to come to
a complete stop before dismounting.
11. Always keep your back straight when using
the elliptical trainer. Do not arch your back.
12. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time
while exercising, stop immediately and
begin cooling down.
13. The elliptical trainer is intended for in-home
use only. Do not use the elliptical trainer in a
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-
tions before using the PROFORM®545E elliptical trainer.
WARNING:Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician.
This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health
problems. Read all instructions before using. SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal injury
or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Congratulations for selecting the PROFORM®545E
elliptical trainer. The 545E is an incredibly smooth
exerciser that moves your feet in a natural elliptical
path, minimizing the impact on your knees and ankles.
And the unique 545E features adjustable resistance,
upper-body and stationary handlebars, and a multi-
mode exercise monitor to help you get the most from
your exercise. Welcome to a whole new world of nat-
ural, elliptical-motion exercise from PROFORM.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical trainer. If you have additional
questions, please call our toll-free HELPLINE at 1-
800-736-6879, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until
7 p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays). To help us
assist you, please note the product model number
and serial number before calling. The model number
is 831.285960. The serial number can be found on a
decal attached to the elliptical trainer (see the front
cover of this manual for the location of the decal).
Before reading further, please look at the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.
Resistance Knob
FRONT
BACK
LEFT SIDE Pedal Arm
Pedal Disk
Side Shield
Pedal
Book Holder
Upright
Water Bottle Holder
(Bottle not included)
T-Handle
Handlebar

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PART IDENTIFICATION CHART
Use the chart below to identify the small parts used in
assembly. The number in parenthesis below each part
refers to the key number of the part, from the PART
LIST on page 14. The number after the dash indicates
the quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some parts
may have been pre-attached for shipping. If a part
is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been
pre-attached.
M10 Nylon Locknut (29)—4
Pedal Arm Spacer (41)—3*
Weld Spacer (49)—2 5/8” Axle Cap (57)—2*
3/4” Axle Cap (43)—4*
M6 Black Nylon Locknut (55)—2
M6 x 16mm Screw (54)—2
Handlebar Spacer (39)—2
Rear Pedal Arm Bushing (11)—4
Pedal Arm Bushing (42)—4
M4 x 19mm Round
Head Screw (16)—6
M4 x 16mm Round
Head Screw (38)—4
* Extra parts may be included.

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two people. Place all parts of the elliptical trainer in a cleared area and remove the packing
materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.
Assembly requires that you have a phillips screwdriver , two adjustable wrenches , a
rubber mallet , and a pair pliers .
1. While another person holds the Console (6) near the
Upright (3), insert the Resistance Cable (26) down
through the Upright.
2. While another person holds the Upright (3) near the
Frame (1) as shown, connect the Extension Wire
(63) to the Sensor Wire (25).
Next, connect the Resistance Cable (26) to the
Lower Cable (64) in the following way:
• Refer to drawing A. Pull up on the metal bracket,
and insert the tip of the Resistance Cable (26) into
the wire clip on the Lower Cable (64) as shown.
• Refer to drawing B. Firmly pull the Resistance
Cable (26) and slide it into the metal bracket on the
Lower Cable (64) as shown.
• Refer to drawing C. Using pliers, squeeze the
prongs on the upper end of the metal bracket
together.
Slide the Upright (3) onto the welded bolts on the
Frame (1). Make sure that the Resistance Cable
(26) doesn’t become caught on the Frame (1) or
the Upright (3). Be careful to avoid pinching the
Resistance Cable and the Sensor Wire (25)
between the the Frame and the Upright. Tighten
an M10 Nylon Locknut (29) onto each welded bolt.
64 64
26
Metal
Bracket
26
B
AC
64
26
3
2
1
29
26
Welded
Bolts
63
64
25
1
6
26
3

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3. Find the Left Pedal (31), which has a ridge on the
right side. Attach the Left Pedal to one of the Pedal
Arms (12) with three M4 x 19mm Round Head
Screws (16) as shown.
Repeat this step to attach the Right Pedal to the other
Pedal Arm (not shown).
4. Locate the Left Handlebar (8) (there is an “L” sticker
on the Left Handlebar for identification). Apply a thin
film of the included grease to the axle at the lower
end of the Left Handlebar.
Slide a Handlebar Spacer (39) and the Pedal Arm
(12) with the Left Pedal (31) onto the Left Handlebar
(8) as shown. Make sure that there are two Pedal
Arm Bushings (42) in the Pedal Arm. (Note: These
parts fit tightly; it may be helpful to use the rubber
mallet). Next, refer to the PART IDENTIFICATION
CHART on page 5 and identify the 3/4” Axle Caps
(43). Tap a 3/4” Axle Cap onto the Left Handlebar.
Repeat this step to attach the other Pedal Arm (12) to
the Right Handlebar (62).
3
31
12
16
8
62
43 42
12
12
4
39
Ridge
31
Grease
3. While another person holds the Console (6) near the
Upright (3), connect the console wire to the Extension
Wire (63).
Make sure the slack Resistance Cable (26) is pulled
up out of the Upright (3). Feed the slack Extension
Wire (63) down into the Upright (3). Push the excess
Resistance Cable into the Console (6). Attach the
Console to the Upright with four M4 x 16mm Round
Head Screws (38). Be careful to avoid pinching the
Resistance Cable and the Extension Wire.
Press the Resistance Knob (50) onto the Resistance
Cable (26).
36
3
38
26
63
Console
Wire
50

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7. The Console (6) requires four “AA” batteries (not
included). Alkaline batteries are recommended.
To install batteries, look under the Console (6) and
locate the two Battery Covers (66)—there is one
Battery Cover on each side. Remove the Battery
Covers by sliding them in the direction shown by the
arrows on the Battery Covers. Insert two batteries into
each battery compartment; make sure that all four
batteries are turned so the negative ends (marked
“–”) are touching the springs in the battery com-
partments. Then, reattach the Battery Covers by slid-
ing them in the opposite direction.
8. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical trainer are properly tightened. Place a mat under the elliptical
trainer to protect the floor or carpet from damage.
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7
6
55
54
10
3
Batteries 66
6. Attach the T-Handle (10) to the Upright (3) with two
M6 x 16mm Screws (54) and two M6 Black Nylon
Locknuts (55).
5. Slide a Weld Spacer (49) onto the left axle on the
Upright (3). Make sure that the open side of the Weld
Spacer is facing the Upright.
Apply a thin film of the included grease to the axles
and crank arms in the locations indicated.
Slide a Pedal Arm Spacer (41) onto the left Crank
Arm (59). Make sure that there are two Rear Pedal
Arm Bushings (11) in the Pedal Arm (12) attached to
the Left Handlebar (8).
With the help of another person, slide the Left
Handlebar (8) onto the left axle on the Upright (3)
while sliding the left Pedal Arm (12) onto the left
Crank Arm (59). Note: These parts fit tightly; it may be
helpful to use the rubber mallet. In addition, it may be
helpful to rotate the left Crank Arm (59) to a different
position.
Tap a 5/8” Axle Cap (57) onto the left axle on the
Upright (3). Tap a 3/4” Axle Cap (43) onto the left
Crank Arm (59).
Repeat this step to attach the Right Handlebar and
the right Pedal Arm (not shown).
5
59
41
11
12
49
57
3
43
8
Grease
Grease

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HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
To mount the elliptical trainer, firmly hold the handle-
bars or the T-handle and carefully step onto the pedal
that is in the lowest position. Next, step onto the other
pedal. Push the pedals until they begin to move with a
continuous motion. Note: The pedal disks can turn
in either direction; it is recommended that you
turn the pedal disks in the direction shown below;
however, to give variety to your exercise, you may
choose to turn the pedal disks in the opposite
direction.
To dismount the elliptical trainer, allow the pedals to
come to a complete stop. CAUTION: The elliptical
trainer does not have a free wheel; the pedals will
continue to move until the flywheel stops. When
the pedals are stationary, step off the highest pedal
first. Then, step off the lowest pedal.
HOW TO ADJUST THE RESISTANCE OF THE
PEDALS
As you exercise,
you can adjust
the resistance of
the pedals with
the resistance
knob on the
console. To
increase the
resistance,
turn the knob
clockwise; to
decrease the
resistance, turn the knob counterclockwise.
DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSOLE
The innovative console offers a manual mode and
three personal coach pace programs. The pace pro-
grams are designed to help you achieve specific exer-
cise goals by pacing your exercise. You can choose
from a stamina-building interval program, an aerobic
program, and a special fat burning program. The con-
sole also features six modes that display instant exer-
cise feedback. The modes are described below:
Calories—This mode shows the approximate number
of calories you have burned.
Fat Calories—This mode shows the approximate
number of
fat calories you have burned (see Burning
Fat on page 12).
Time—If you select the manual mode, this mode will
show the elapsed time. If you select one of the three
pace programs, this mode will count down the time
remaining in the program. Note: When you stop exer-
cising, the time will flash when it is displayed.
Distance—This mode shows your total distance, in
miles.
Speed—This mode shows your exercise pace, in
miles per hour.
Scan—This mode displays the other five modes, for
seven seconds each, in a repeating cycle.
Pedal
Pedal Disk
Resistance Knob

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HOW THE PACE PROGRAMS OPERATE
When you use a
pace program, two
columns of bars will
appear in the upper
display. The left col-
umn represents a
target pace, and the
right column shows
your actual exercise
pace. The target pace will change periodically during
the program; as the target pace changes, simply
adjust your pace to keep both columns at the same
height. Important: The target pace is a
goal pace.
Your actual pace may be slower than the target
pace, especially during the first few months of
your exercise program. Be sure to exercise at a
pace that is comfortable for you.
The three graphs
on the console
show how the target
pace will change
during the
programs. During
the Aerobic
program (program 2), for example, the target pace will
gradually increase during the first half of the program,
and gradually decrease during the last half of the pro-
gram. Each program will last for twenty minutes.
STEP-BY-STEP CONSOLE OPERATION
Before the console can be operated, batteries
must be installed. See assembly step 7 on page 8.
Follow the steps below to operate the console.
Turn on the power
To turn on the
power, press
the on/reset
button or
simply begin
exercising.
The entire dis-
play will appear for two seconds; the console will
then be ready for use. Note: If batteries were just
installed, the power will already be on.
Select one of the three pace programs or the
manual mode
To select one of
the pace
programs,
repeatedly press
the program
select button. A
1, 2, or 3 will
appear in the upper display to show which pro-
gram you have selected. To select the manual
mode, press the program select button until no
number appears in the upper display. The pro-
grams will be selected in the following order: pro-
gram 1 (interval), program 2 (aerobic), program 3
(fat burn), manual mode.
Begin your workout
If you selected
the manual
mode, go to
step 4. If you
selected one of
the pace pro-
grams, two
columns of bars
will appear in
the upper display. The left column will show a
target pace. The right column will show your
actual exercising pace. Adjust your pace until the
same number of bars appear in both columns.
The arrows on the right side of the upper display
will show whether you need to increase or
decrease your pace. Each time the target pace
changes during the program, adjust your pace to
keep both columns at the same height.
Follow your progress with the six feedback
modes
The scan
mode—
Repeatedly
press the mode
button until a
bar appears
above the scan
symbol. When the scan mode is selected, the con-
sole will display the calories, fat calories, time,
distance, and speed modes, for seven seconds
each, in a repeating cycle.
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3
2
1
Actual Pace
Indicator
Actual Pace
Target Pace
Bar
Target Pace