Pro-Form 831.285870 User manual

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
Model No. 831.285870
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the space
above for reference.
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
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USERÕS MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO USE THE PROFORM¨REBEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions before
using the PROFORM¨Rebel Recumbent Bike and Elliptical Crosstrainer.
1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the REBEL.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to
ensure that all users of the REBEL are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
3. Place the REBEL on a level surface, with a
mat beneath it to protect the floor or
carpet. Keep the REBEL indoors, away from
moisture and dust.
4. Inspect and tighten all parts regularly.
Replace any worn parts immediately.
5. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the REBEL at all times.
6. The REBEL should not be used by
persons weighing more than 250 pounds.
7. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when
using the REBEL. Always wear athletic
shoes for foot protection.
8. Always hold the handlebars when mounting,
dismounting and using the REBEL. Step
onto and off the pedal that is in the lowest
position when mounting and dismounting.
9. When you stop exercising, allow the pedals
to slowly come to a stop.
10. Keep your back straight when using the
REBEL. Do not arch your back.
11. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercis-
ing, stop immediately and begin cooling
down.
12. The REBEL is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use it in any commercial, rental
or institutional setting.
13. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's 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.
WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is espe-
cially 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 revolutionary PRO-
FORM¨REBEL Recumbent Bike and Elliptical
Crosstrainer. The REBEL is an incredibly smooth
exerciser that moves your feet in a natural elliptical
path, minimizing the impact on your knees and ankles.
The unique REBEL can easily be converted from an
elliptical crosstrainer to a recumbent bike, giving you
two machines in one. Welcome to a whole new world
of natural, elliptical-motion exercise from PROFORM.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the REBEL. 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
831.285870. The serial number can be found on a
decal attached to the REBEL (see the front cover of
this manual).
Before reading further, please look at the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.
Resistance Knob Upright
FRONT
BACK RIGHT SIDE
Pedal
Handlebar
Lock Knob
(on back)
Side Shield
Pedal Leg
Base
Console
Book Holder
and Seat
Backrest
Toe Pedal
The decal shown below has been placed on the
REBEL. If the decal is missing, or if it is not legible,
please call our toll-free HELPLINE at 1-800-736-6879
to order a replacement decal. Apply the replacement
decal in the location shown.

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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
is 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 small
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 (54)Ñ6
1/2" Nylon Locknut (9)Ñ2
Pedal Bolt (8)Ñ2
M10 x 68mm Bolt (67)Ð4
Pedal Arm Spacer (42)Ñ2
M10 x 25mm Button Head Bolt (85)Ð2
M10 Washer (71)Ñ6
Handlebar Screw (51)Ð4
M4 x 38mm Screw (4)Ñ2
Console Mount Screw (69)Ð1
M16 Flat Washer (84)Ñ2
Plastic Sleeve (53)Ñ2
Metal Handlebar Spacer (83)Ð2
M10 x 75mm Bolt (66)Ð2
M4 x 16mm Tapping Screw (30)Ñ8
M6 x 16mm Seat Screw (28)Ð8

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1. Hold the Stabilizer (68) against the saddle on the back
of the Base (1). Attach the Stabilizer with two M10 x
75mm Bolts (66) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (54).
2. Slide the Rail Stabilizer (37) onto the Base (1), so the
ÒUÓ-channel on the stabilizer fits into the Base. Make
sure the Reed Switch Wire (48) is extending from
the hole that will be formed as the two parts slide
together. Make sure you donÕt damage the Reed
Switch Wire when the two parts meet.
Insert two M10 x 68mm Bolts (67) with two M10
Washers (71) up through the Base (1).
Insert two M10 x 68mm Bolts (67) with two M10
Washers (71) up through the Rail Stabilizer (37).
Note: It may be easier to insert the four Bolts by
tipping the unit on its side.
ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the PROFORM¨REBEL in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.
Assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , two adjustable wrenches and a
rubber mallet (none of these are included).
2
1
71
66
54
54
1
68
1
37
67
48
ÒUÓ-channel
3
3. While one person holds the Upright (2), connect the
Extension Wire (49) coming from the Upright to the
Reed Switch Wire (48) extending from the Base (1).
Stuff any excess wire into the Upright or into the Base
(1).
Slide the Upright (2) onto the four M10 x 68mm Bolts
(67). Make sure you donÕt damage the wires as you
slide the Upright into place.
Hand tighten an M10 Nylon Locknut (54) onto each
M10 x 68mm Bolt (67). Tip the unit on its side and use
two wrenches to tighten the Locknuts fully.
54
2
48
49
1
54
67

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6. Attach the Seat (43) to the indicated brackets on the
Seat Bar (6) with four M6 x 16mm Seat Screws (28).
Attach the Seat Cover (35) to the Seat (43), using two
M4 x 38mm Screws (4) along the rear edge and an M4
x 16mm Tapping Screw (30) on each side.
5. Unscrew the Console Mount Screw (69) and slide the
Detent Ring (73) off the shaft on the Console (5).
Slide the console wire through the indicated hole in the
Seat Bar (6).
Lubricate the shaft on the Console (5) with the includ-
ed grease pack. Slide the shaft into the indicated hole
in the Seat Bar (6).
Slide the Detent Ring (73) onto the console shaft and
line up the hole in the Ring with the hole in the shaft.
Secure the Console (5) with the Console Mount Screw
(69). See the inset drawing for more detail.
Plug the console wire into the Seat Bar Wire (88).
5
88
Console
Wire
5
6
69
Lubricate
73
4. Connect the Seat Bar Wire (88) to the Handlebar Wire
(87).
Slide the Handlebar (7) onto the Seat Bar (6) and
attach it with the four Handlebar Screws (51). Make
sure you donÕt damage the two Wires as you tight-
en the Screws.
Pull both Grips (72) towards the Handlebar (7) until
they cover the Handlebar Screws (51).
30
30
4
28
28
35
6
43
4
4
51
88
6
7
51
72
72
87
6
69
73

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9
9. Identify the Left Pedal Leg (3) by looking at the
Lock Pin (90) on the pre-assembled Toe Pedal (36).
The Lock Pin must be on the outside when the
Pedal Leg is mounted.
Attach a Pedal (29) to the Left Pedal Leg (3) with three
M4 x 16mm Tapping Screws (30).
Lubricate a Pedal Bolt (8) with the included grease
pack and slide it through the two pre-assembled
Bushings (39). Slide a Plastic Pedal Spacer (42) onto
the Pedal Bolt (8) and slide the Bolt into the hole in the
left Crank Arm (10). Tighten a 1/2Ó Nylon Locknut (9)
onto the Pedal Bolt (8).
Repeat this procedure for the Right Pedal Leg (70, not
shown).
8. Attach the Backrest (40) to the indicated brackets on
the Upright (2) with four M6 x 16mm Seat Screws (28).
8
29
30
8
3
42
39
10
9
36
Lock Pin (90)
Lubricate
7. Plug the Extension Wire (49) that is coming out of the
top of the Upright (2) into the Handlebar Wire (87)
extending from the Handlebar (7).
Slide a Plastic Sleeve (53) onto each of the threaded
shafts on the Upright (2) as shown.
Note: It will be easier to perform this step if one
person holds the Handlebar in place while another
tightens the Bolts. Attach the Handlebar (7) to the
Upright (2) with the two M10 x 25mm Button Head
Bolts (85). To do this, slide an M10 Washer (71) onto
each Bolt. Slide the Bolts through the brackets on the
Handlebar. Slide an M16 Flat Washer (84) onto each
Bolt. Slide a Metal Handlebar Spacer (83) onto each
Bolt. Slide the Bolts into the threaded holes in the
Upright and tighten them with the included allen
wrench.
Do not overtighten the Button Head Bolts (85); it
must be easy to pivot the Handlebar (7).
28
28
40
2
7
71
71
85
84 2
53
84
83
85
Threaded Shaft
83
753
87
49

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HOW TO USE THE PROFORM¨REBEL
HOW TO SWITCH BETWEEN RECUMBENT BIKE
AND ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER
To switch from recumbent bike to elliptical crosstrain-
er, lift the Seat (43) up as far as it will go. Tighten the
Lock Knob (81, not visible) into the Upright (2). Note:
Tighten the Lock Knob fully. Push the Console (5)
in to dis-engage the lock, and then turn it so the dis-
play is visible when you are standing on the pedals.
To switch from elliptical crosstrainer to recumbent
bike, unscrew the Lock Knob (81, not visible). Fold
the Seat (43) down and turn the Console (5) so it is
visible when you are sitting on the Seat.
HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE REBEL WHEN IT IS
SET UP AS AN ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER
To mount the REBEL in the crosstrainer mode, hold
the handlebars and 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 crank can turn in either direc-
tion. To get the full impact of the elliptical motion,
it is recommended that you turn the crank in the
direction shown by the arrow below; however, to
give variety to your exercise, you may choose to
turn the crank in the opposite direction.
Pedal
Crank
10.The Console (5) requires two ÒAAÓ batteries (not
included). Alkaline batteries are recommended.
To install batteries, first slide up the battery cover and
carefully remove the battery clip from the Console (5).
Insert two batteries into the battery clip as shown.
Make sure that the negative ends of the batteries
(marked ÒÐÓ) are touching the springs in the
battery clip. Replace the battery clip and close the
battery cover. 5
10
Battery
Clip
Battery
Cover
11.Make sure that all parts of the REBEL are properly tightened. To protect the floor or carpet from damage,
place a mat under the REBEL.
43
5
2
Lock Knob

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To dismount the REBEL, allow the pedals to slowly
come to a stop. CAUTION: The REBEL does not
have a freewheel; 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 TOE PEDALS
To adjust the Right Toe Pedal (89), pull out the Lock
Pin (90). Slide the Toe Pedal forwards or backwards
to the desired location. Push the Lock Pin through the
holes in the Toe Pedal and the adjustment holes in
the Pedal Leg (70). Adjust the Left Pedal (36, not
shown) in the same manner.
HOW TO ADJUST THE RESISTANCE OF
THE PEDALS
As you exercise,
you can adjust the
resistance of the
pedals with the
resistance knob
located as shown
here. To increase
the resistance, turn
the knob clock-
wise; to decrease
the resistance, turn
the knob counter-
clockwise.
DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSOLE
The console is designed to help you get the most
from your workouts. As you exercise, you can watch
your progress as the display provides continuous
exercise feedback. You can even measure your heart
rate using the built-in pulse sensor. The modes of the
display are described below. Note: Before the con-
sole can be operated, two ÒAAÓ batteries must be
installed (see assembly step 10 on page 8).
SpeedÑThis mode displays your pedaling speed, in
miles per hour.
TimeÑThis mode displays the elapsed time. Note:
When you stop exercising, the time mode will pause.
DistanceÑThis mode displays the total distance you
have pedaled, in miles.
Fat CalorieÑThis mode displays the approximate
number of fat calories you have burned (see BURN-
ING FAT on page 12).
CalorieÑThis mode displays the approximate number
of Calories you have burned.
ScanÑThis mode displays the speed, time, distance,
fat calorie and calorie modes, for 5 seconds each, in
a repeating cycle.
PulseÑThis mode displays your heart rate when the
pulse sensor is used.
HOW TO OPERATE THE CONSOLE
If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of
the console, remove it.
1. To turn on the power, press the on/reset button or
simply begin pedaling. When the power is turned
on, the entire display will appear for two seconds.
The console will then be ready for operation.
2. Select one of the modes:
Scan modeÑWhen the power is turned on, the
scan mode will automatically be selected. One
mode indicator will show that the scan mode is
selected, and a flashing mode indicator will show
Resistance Knob
Thumb
Pulse
Sensor
LCD
Display
90
89
70

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MAINTENANCE
CONSOLE TROUBLE-SHOOTING
If the console does not function properly, the batteries
should be replaced. To replace the batteries, see
assembly step 10 on page 8. In addition, make sure
that the console wire is connected to the seat bar
wire. See assembly step 5 on page 6.
HOW TO REMOVE THE SIDE SHIELDS
For all of the following steps, one or both Side
Shields (11 and 27) must be removed.
To remove the Left Side Shield (11), unscrew the 1/2Ó
Nylon Locknut (9) and remove the Pedal Bolt (8) and
the Plastic Pedal Spacer (42) from the Left Pedal Leg
(3). Unscrew the seven M4 x 38mm Screws (4) from
the Left Side Shield. Gently pull the Left Side Shield
out and to the side, so the Crank Arm (10) fits
through the hole in the Side Shield.
To remove the Right Side Shield (27), first remove the
Left Side Shield (11) as described above. Then
unscrew the three M4 x 38mm Screws (4) from the
lower edge of the Right Side Shield. Remove the 1/2Ó
Nylon Locknut (9), Pedal Bolt (8) and Plastic pedal
Spacer (42) from the Right Pedal Leg (70, not shown).
Gently pull the Right Side Shield over the Crank Arm.
11
9
4
8
42
4
10
3
4
4
27
4
which mode is
currently dis-
played. Note: If
a different
mode is select-
ed, you can
select the scan
mode again by
repeatedly
pressing the mode button.
Speed, time, distance, fat calorie or calorie
modeÑTo select one of these modes for continu-
ous display, press the mode button repeatedly. The
mode indicators will show which mode is selected.
(Make sure that the scan mode is not selected.)
3. To measure your pulse, stop pedaling and place
your thumb on the pulse sensor as shown. The
pulse sensor is pressure-activatedÑfully press
down the pulse sensor. Do not press too hard, or
the circulation in your thumb will be restricted,
and your pulse will not be detected. Next, slightly
raise your thumb until the heart-shaped indicator in
the LCD display flashes steadily. Hold your thumb
at this level. After 5 to 10 seconds, three dashes
will appear in the display
and your pulse will be
shown. Hold your thumb
on the sensor for another
15 seconds for the most
accurate reading. If the
displayed pulse appears
to be too high or too low,
or if your pulse is not dis-
played, lift your thumb off
the sensor and allow the
display to reset. Press
down again on the sensor as described above.
Make sure that your thumb is positioned as shown,
and that you are applying the proper amount of
pressure to the pulse sensor. Try the sensor several
times until you become familiar with it.
4. To reset the display, press the on/reset button.
5. The console has an Òauto-offÓ feature. If the
pedals are not moved and the console buttons
are not pressed for four minutes, the power will
turn off automatically to conserve the batteries.
Mode Indicators