Pro-Form 831.280182 User manual

Visit our website at
www.proform.com
new products, prizes,
fitness tips, and much more!
USER’S MA UAL
CAUTIO
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
Model o. 831.280182
Serial o.
Serial Number Decal
SEARS, ROEBUCK A D CO.,
HOFFMA ESTATES, IL 60179

TABLE OF CO TE TS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HOW TO USE THE RECUMBENT CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
RECUMBENT CYCLE EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
2
IMPORTA T PRECAUTIO S
WAR I G:To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-
tions before using the crosstrainer.
1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the crosstrainer.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the crosstrainer are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
3. The crosstrainer is intended for home use
only. Do not use the crosstrainer in a com-
mercial, rental, or institutional setting.
4. Place the crosstrainer on a level surface,
with a mat beneath it to protect the floor or
carpet. Keep the crosstrainer indoors, away
from moisture and dust.
5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
6. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the crosstrainer at all times.
7. The crosstrainer should not be used by per-
sons weighing more than 250 pounds.
8. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when
using the crosstrainer; do not wear clothing
that could become caught on the crosstrain-
er. Always wear shoes for foot protection.
9. Before using the weight bench, always
adjust the seat to the farthest forward posi-
tion. ever sit on the backrest or the head-
rest; doing so could cause the crosstrainer
to tip, resulting in injury.
10. Keep your back straight when using the
crosstrainer; do not arch your back.
11. The crosstrainer includes three pairs of
hand weights. Do not use other weights with
the crosstrainer.
12. When you stop pedaling, allow the pedals to
slowly come to a stop.
13. 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 determin-
ing heart rate trends in general.
14. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and begin cooling down.
WAR I G: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 prob-
lems. Read all instructions before using. SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal injury or
property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

3
BEFORE YOU BEGI
Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM®
970 crosstrainer. The unique PROFORM®970 com-
bines a comfortable recumbent cycle with a conve-
nient weight bench to let you enjoy both aerobic exer-
cise and strength training exercise in the convenience
of your home.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the crosstrainer. If you have questions after
reading the manual, 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 prod-
uct model number and serial number before calling.
The model number is 831.280182. The serial number
can be found on a decal attached to the crosstrainer
(see the front cover of this manual for the location of
the decal).
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Handgrip Pulse Sensor
Seat Handle
Adjustment Knob
Hand Weights
Note: The
decals are
not shown at
actual size.
Wheel
Pedal/Strap
Console
Bookrack
Water Bottle Holder
Adjustment Pin
Headrest
Backrest
CAUTIO Decal 1
CAUTIO
Decal 2
CAUTIO
Decal 3
Seat
Leveling Foot
Adjustment Knob
CAUTIO : The decals shown below are found on the cross-
trainer in the locations indicated above. If a decal is missing or
illegible, call our toll-free HELPLI E at 1-800-736-6879 to order a
free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.
2 31

4
ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the crosstrainer 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
allen wrenches, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , an adjustable wrench
and a rubber mallet .
As you assemble the crosstrainer, use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly. The
number in parenthesis below each drawing refers to the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page
22. The second number refers to the quantity used in assembly. ote: Some small parts may have been pre-
assembled for shipping. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-assembled.
M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolt (65)–2
M x 16mm
Screw (73)–1
M10 Zinc Nylon
Locknut (66)–2
M10 Nylon Black
Locknut (63)–2
M6 Flat
Washer (71)–3
M10 x 27mm Button
Screw (76)–3 M10 x 5mm Button
Screw (7 )–2 M10 x 52mm Button Bolt (68)–2
M10 Zinc Split
Washer (85)–2 M10 Black Split Washer (77)–3
1/2” x 70mm Bolt (51)–1
1/2” Nylon
Locknut (52)–1
M6 x 50mm Screw
(69)–3 M6 x 25. mm Button
Screw (79)–1
M6 x 16mm
Screw (6 )–5

5
1. While another person lifts the front of the Frame (1)
slightly, attach the Front Stabilizer (2) to the Frame
with two M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolts (65) and two
M10 Nylon Black Locknuts (63). Make sure that the
Front Stabilizer is turned so the Wheels (30) are
not touching the floor.
2
63
30
30
65
1
1
2. Orient the Frame Rail (3) as shown, with the hexago-
nal holes in the indicated position. Insert the end of the
Frame Rail into the Rear Stabilizer Covers (7, 8) as
shown. Attach the Rear Stabilizer Covers with two M10
x 5mm Button Screws (7 ).
3
3
7, 8
7, 8
7
3. Locate the Knob (not shown) on the Seat Carriage ( ).
Turn the Knob counterclockwise two or three turns to
loosen it. Next, pull the Knob, slide the Seat Carriage
onto the Frame Rail (3), and then release the Knob.
Make sure that the Seat Carriage is oriented as shown.
Move the Seat Carriage back and forth slightly until
it locks into position. Then, tighten the Knob.
Slide the Frame Rail (3) onto the indicated round tubes
on the Frame (1). Attach the Frame Rail with two M10
x 52mm Button Bolts (68), two M10 Zinc Split Washers
(85), and two M10 Zinc Nylon Locknuts (66).
Set the six Hand Weights (not shown) on the Rear
Stabilizer Covers (7, 8) as shown on page 3.
. With the help of a second person, slide the Backrest
Frame (5) onto the top of the Seat Carriage ( ). Next,
slide the bracket on the Seat Frame (6) over the
rounded brackets on the Backrest Frame. Align the
indicated holes in the Seat Frame, the Backrest
Frame, and the Seat Carriage, and insert the 1/2” x
70mm Bolt (51) into the holes. Then, tighten the 1/2”
Nylon Locknut (52) onto the Bolt.
Pivot the Backrest Frame (5) up until it is nearly vertical.
Insert the Adjustment Pin (29) into the lowest hole in
the rounded brackets on the Backrest Frame and
through the corresponding hole in the Seat Carriage ( ).
6
5
51
29
2
68
85
Align
these
holes
52
3
1
66
Knob
Hexagonal
Holes

6
15
Metal
Tube
6. Attach the Backrest (10) to the Backrest Frame (5)
with two M6 x 16mm Screws (6 ), an M6 x 50mm
Screw (69), and an M6 Flat Washer (71).
Attach the Headrest (11) to the Backrest Frame (5)
with two M6 x 50mm Screws (69) and two M6 Flat
Washers (71).
8. Connect the wire harness on the Handgrip Pulse
Sensor (15) to the indicated wire harness on the
Console (16). Insert both wire harnesses into the open-
ing in the bottom of the Console. Then, insert the metal
tube on the Handgrip Pulse Sensor into the opening in
the bottom of the Console. Be careful not to pinch the
wire harnesses.
Refer to the inset drawing. Tighten an M x 16mm Screw
(73) into the indicated bracket on the Console (16) and
into the metal tube on the Handgrip Pulse Sensor (15).
Snap the bookrack onto the Console (16) in the indicated
location.
7
8
35
13
Slot
36
Knob
16 Bookrack
73
5. Attach the Seat (12) to the Seat Frame (6) with three
M6 x 16mm Screws (6 ). 5
6
7. While another person holds the Upright (13) in the
position shown, connect the Upper Wire Harness (35)
to the Lower Wire Harness (36). Carefully pull the
upper end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove
any slack from the Wire Harnesses.
Turn the Knob (not shown) on the right side of the
Frame (1) counterclockwise two or three turns to loosen
it. Next, pull the Knob, insert the Upright (13) into the
Frame, and then release the Knob. Move the Upright
up and down slightly until it locks into position. Be
careful to avoid pinching the Wire Harnesses (35,
36). Tighten the indicated M6 x 25. mm Button Screw
(79) into the slot in the side of the Upright. 79
12
6
6
6
11
10
5
69
71
71
69
6
73 16
1
15

7
12.Make sure that all parts of the crosstrainer are properly tightened. Note: Some hardware may be left
over after assembly is completed. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the
crosstrainer.
10. While another person holds the Console (16) in the
position shown, connect the wire harness on the
Console to the Upper Wire Harness (35). Insert the
excess wire harness into the Upright (13).
Attach the Console (16) to the Upright (13) with three
M10 x 27mm Button Screws (76) and three M10
Black Split Washers (77). Be careful to avoid pinch-
ing the wire harnesses.
9. The Console (16) requires four “D” batteries (not
included); alkaline batteries are recommended. Press
the tab on the battery cover, and lift off the battery
cover. Insert four batteries into the battery compart-
ment. Make sure that the batteries are oriented as
shown by the diagram inside the battery compart-
ment. Reattach the battery cover.
11. Identify the Left Pedal (2 ), which is marked with an
“L.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Left Pedal counterclockwise into the Left Crank Arm
( 2). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clockwise
into the Right Crank Arm (not shown) in the same
way. Important: Tighten both Pedals as firmly as
possible. After using the crosstrainer for one
week, retighten the Pedals. For the best perfor-
mance, the Pedals must be kept properly tightened.
Adjust the Left Pedal Strap (25) to the desired position
and press the end of the Strap onto the tab on the Left
Pedal (2 ). Adjust the Right Pedal Strap (not shown)
in the same way.
16
Tab
Batteries
Battery
Cover
9
16
35
76
76
Wire Harness
77
77
76
10
11
2
Tab 2
25
13

I STALLI G THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIO AL CHEST PULSE SE SOR
If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (refer to page 18), follow the steps below to install the receiver
and the short jumper wire included with the chest pulse sensor.
1. Remove the two short screws and the two long screws
from the back of the Console (16). Lift off the front of
the Console.
2. Plug the short jumper wire (A) into the indicated jack on
the Console (16). Connect the other end of the short
jumper wire to the wire on the receiver (B). Note: Any
other wires included with the chest pulse sensor can be
discarded.
Next, peel the paper off the adhesive pad on the back
of the receiver (B). Orient the receiver as shown, and
press it onto the Console (16) in the indicated location.
Refer to step 1 above. Reattach the front of the
Console (16) with the short and long screws. Make
sure that no wires are pinched.
8
B
16
Jack
16 Lift
Here
1
A
Cylinder
2
Short
Screws
Long
Screws

9
HOW TO USE THE RECUMBE T CYCLE
HOW TO ADJUST THE BACKREST
When the recum-
bent cycle is used,
the backrest should
be in the upright
position. To adjust
the backrest, first
pull out the adjust-
ment pin. Raise the
backrest until it is
nearly vertical, and
then insert the
adjustment pin into
the indicated hole
in the rounded
brackets and the
corresponding hole
in the seat carriage.
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT
For effective exer-
cise, the seat
should be in the
proper position. As
you pedal, there
should be a slight
bend in your knees
when the pedals
are in the farthest
position. To adjust
the seat, first turn
the indicated
adjustment knob
counterclockwise
two or three turns
to loosen it (if the knob is not loosened enough, it may
scratch the rail). Next, pull the knob, slide the seat car-
riage to the desired position, and then release the
knob. Move the seat carriage back and forth slightly
until it locks into position. Then, turn the knob clock-
wise until it is tight.
HOW TO ADJUST THE UPRIGHT
The upright can be
adjusted to the
height that is the
most comfortable for
you. To adjust the
upright, first turn the
indicated adjust-
ment knob counter-
clockwise two or
three turns to
loosen it (if the knob
is not loosened enough, it may scratch the upright).
Next, pull the knob, slide the upright to the desired
height, and then release the knob. Move the upright
up and down slightly until it locks into position.
Then, turn the knob clockwise until it is tight. IMPOR-
TA T: After you adjust the upright, make sure that
your knees will not touch the handgrip pulse sen-
sor when you pedal.
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS
To adjust the pedal
straps, first pull the
ends of the straps
off the tabs on the
pedals. Adjust the
straps to the
desired positions,
and then press the
ends of the straps
back onto the tabs.
HOW TO USE THE HA D WEIGHTS
The included hand weights can be used for a variety
of strength training exercises with the weight bench
(refer to page 20). In addition, the hand weights can
be used with the recumbent cycle. As you pedal, press
the hand weights over your head, raise the hand
weights out to your sides until your hands are level
with your shoulders, or do arm curls with the hand
weights.
Strap
Tab
Back-
rest Pin
Brackets
Seat
Carriage
Seat
Carriage
Rail
Knob
Upright Knob
The crosstrainer features a recumbent cycle for aerobic exercise, and a convenient weight bench for strength
training exercise. To use the recumbent cycle, refer to pages 9 to 19. To use the weight bench, refer to page 20.

10
FEATURES OF THE CO SOLE
The advanced console offers a selection of features
designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and
effective. When the manual mode of the console is
selected, the resistance of the crosstrainer can be
adjusted with a touch of a button. As you exercise, the
console will provide continuous exercise feedback.
You can even measure your heart rate using the built-
in handgrip pulse sensor. (For information about an
optional chest pulse sensor, refer to page 18.)
The console also offers eight Smart workout programs.
Each program automatically changes the resistance of
the crosstrainer and prompts you to increase or
decrease your pace as it guides you through an effec-
tive workout.
The console also features new iFIT.com interactive
technology. IFIT.com technology is like having a per-
sonal trainer right in your home. Using a stereo audio
cable (available at electronics stores), you can connect
the crosstrainer to your home stereo, portable stereo,
or computer and play special iFIT.com CD programs
(CD’s are available separately). IFIT.com CD programs
automatically control the resistance of the crosstrainer
and prompt you to vary your pace as a personal train-
er coaches you through every step of your workout.
High-energy music provides added motivation. Each
CD features two programs designed by certified per-
sonal trainers.
In addition, you can connect the crosstrainer to your
VCR and TV and play iFIT.com video programs (video-
cassettes are available separately). Video programs
offer the same benefits as iFIT.com CD programs, but
add the excitement of working out with a class and an
instructor.
With the crosstrainer connected to your computer, you
can also go to our new Web site at www.iFIT.com and
access audio programs and video programs directly
from the internet.
To purchase iFIT.com CDs and videocassettes, call
toll-free 1-800-735-0768.
E
GH
F
K
I
J
A B C D