Pro-Form 790e Elliptical User manual

CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. eep this manual
for future reference.
Serial Number Decal
(on underside of frame)
Model No. PFEL07909.0
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the
space above for reference.
USERʼS MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................5
HOWTOUSETHEELLIPTICALEXERCISER ..................................................13
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................20
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................22
PARTLIST ..............................................................................23
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................25
ORDERINGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LIMITEDWARRANTY ..............................................................BackCover
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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
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 exerciser before using your elliptical
exerciser. 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 per-
sons with pre-existing health problems.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical exerciser are
adequately informed of all precautions.
3. The elliptical exerciser is intended for home
use only. Do not use the elliptical exerciser
in a commercial, rental, or institutional
setting.
4. eep the elliptical exerciser indoors, away
from moisture and dust. Place the elliptical
exerciser on a level surface, with a mat
beneath it to protect the floor or carpet.
Make sure that there is at least 3 ft. (0.9 m)
of clearance in the front and rear of the ellip-
tical exerciser and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each side.
5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
6. eep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical exerciser at all times.
7. The elliptical exerciser should not be used
by persons weighing more than 325 lbs.
(147 kg).
8. Wear appropriate exercise clothes while
exercising; do not wear loose clothes that
could become caught on the elliptical exer-
ciser. Always wear athletic shoes for foot
protection.
9. Hold the upper body arms or the handlebars
when mounting, dismounting, or using the
elliptical exerciser.
10. eep your back straight while using the
elliptical exerciser; do not arch your back.
11. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the userʼs move-
ment, 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.
12. When you stop exercising, allow the pedals
to slowly come to a stop.
13. 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.
14. Use the elliptical exerciser only as described
in this manual.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM®
790 E elliptical exerciser. The 790 E elliptical exerciser
provides an impressive 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 elliptical exerciser. If you have ques-
tions 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 con-
tacting 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.
Pulse Sensor
Upper Body Arm
Pedal
Roller
Console
Water Bottle Holder*
Ramp
Handle
Handlebar
*Water bottle is not included
Wheel
Power Cord

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ASSEMBLY
To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser, call 1-800-445-2480.
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser 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 , two adjustable
wrenches , and a rubber mallet .
As you assemble the elliptical exerciser, use the drawings below to identify small parts. The number in parenthe-
ses below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The
number following the parentheses is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: If a part is not in the hardware
kit, check to see if it has been preassembled.
M8 x 38mm
Bolt (96)–4
M8 Locknut
(102)–4
Wave Washer
(95)–2 M8 x 25mm
Washer (98)–6
M4 x 16mm
Screw (104)–10
M8 x 19mm Patch
Screw (82)–15
M8 Split
Washer (83)–11
M8 x 80mm Patch
Screw (84)–2 M10 x 20mm Patch
Screw (66)–2
M8 x 56mm Patch
Screw (94)–2
M10 x 25mm
Washer (36)–2
M6 Split Washer
(111)–12
#10 x 12.7mm
Screw (59)–12

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1.
Attach the Front Stabilizer (6) to the Front
Frame (1) with two M8 x 80mm Patch Screws
(84).
2. Orient the Rear Stabilizer (62) and the Rear
Frame (2) as shown.
Tip: If the Ramp Cover (see step 15) is
attached to the Ramp (3), remove the Ramp
Cover.
Attach the Rear Stabilizer (62) to the Rear
Frame (2) with two M8 x 56mm Patch Screws
(94) and two M8 Split Washers (83).
1
2
84
1
62
3
6
83
94
To make assembly easier, read the
information on page 5 before you begin.
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3
3. Insert the Rear Frame (2) into the Front Frame
(1); make sure that the Ramp (3) is on the
Lift Roller (12).
Attach the Rear Frame (2) with five M8 x 19mm
Patch Screws (82) and five M8 Split Washers
(83).
83
83
83
2
3
12
1
82
82
82
4. Have a second person orient the Upright (4) as
shown and hold it near the Front Frame (1).
Locate the wire tie in the Upright (4). Tie the
lower end of the wire tie to the Upper Wire
Harness (110). Next, pull the upper end of the
wire tie until the Upper Wire Harness is routed
completely through the Upright. Then, untie and
discard the wire tie.
Tip: To prevent the Upper Wire Harness (110)
from falling into the Upright (4), secure the
Upper Wire Harness with a rubber band or
tape.
Tip: Avoid pinching the Upper Wire Harness
(110). Slide the Upright (4) onto the Front
Frame (1). Attach the Upright with four M8 x
19mm Patch Screws (82) and four M8 Split
Washers (83); do not tighten the Patch
Screws yet.
4
Wire
Tie
Wire
Tie
Avoid pinching
the Upper Wire
Harness (110)
4
1
82
82
82
83
83
110

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5
5. Apply a generous amount of grease to the Pivot
Axle (35) and to two Wave Washers (95).
Insert the Pivot Axle (35) through the Upright (4)
and then center it.
Slide a Wave Washer (95) onto each end of the
Pivot Axle (35).
35
95
95
Grease
Grease 4
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6. Identify the Right Upper Body Arm (61) and the
Right Upper Body Leg (60), which are marked
with “Right” stickers, and orient them as shown.
Make sure that the hexagonal holes are in
the position shown.
Slide the Right Upper Body Arm (61) onto the
Right Upper Body Leg (60). Attach the Right
Upper Body Arm with two M8 x 38mm Bolts
(96) and two M8 Locknuts (102). Make sure
that the Locknuts are in the hexagonal
holes.
Repeat this step for the Left Upper Body
Arm (not shown) and the Left Upper Body
Leg (not shown).
60
61
102
96
Hexagonal Holes

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8. Attach an Outer Cover (67) to the Inner Cover
(68) on the Right Upper Body Leg (60) with two
M4 x 16mm Screws (104).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical exerciser.
60
67
104
104
68
7. See the inset drawing. Slide an Inner Cover
(68) onto the Right Upper Body Leg (60).
Next, slide the Right Upper Body Leg (60) onto
the right end of the Pivot Axle (35); make sure
that the Right Upper Body Leg is in front of
the right Crank Arm (20).
Attach the Right Upper Body Leg (60) with an
M8 x 19mm Patch Screw (82) and an M8 x
25mm Washer (98).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical exerciser.
60
82
98
20
35
4
7
8
60
68
Opening

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10. Orient the Rear Upright Cover (80) as shown.
Attach the Rear Upright Cover (80) to the
Upright (4) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (104).
10
80
104
4
9. Have a second person hold the Console (7)
near the Upright (4).
Connect the wires on the Console (7) to the
Ground Wire (120), to the Pulse Wires (63, 69),
and to the Upper Wire Harness (110).
Insert the excess wires up into the Console (7)
or down into the Upright (4).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (7) to the Upright (4) with four M4 x
16mm Screws (104).
9
7
104
63 120
Avoid pinching
the wires
11. Orient the Front Upright Cover (91) as shown.
Attach the Front Upright Cover (91) around the
Upright (4) by pressing the tabs on the Front
Upright Cover into the Rear Upright Cover (80).
11
91
4
80
4
110
69