Pro-Form PFEL04211.7 User manual

Serial Number
Decal (under frame)
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
Model No. PFEL04211.7
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the space
above for reference.
USER’S MANUAL
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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
FCC INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
EXPLODED DRAWING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
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 before using your elliptical. ICON
assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of
this product.
1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical are adequately
informed of all precautions.
2. 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.
3. Use the elliptical only as described in this
manual.
4. The elliptical is intended for home use only.
Do not use the elliptical in a commercial,
rental, or institutional setting.
5. Keep the elliptical indoors, away from mois-
ture 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 dam-
age, place a mat under the elliptical.
7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
8. Keep 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 heart rate monitor is not a medical
device. Various factors may affect the accu-
racy of heart rate readings. The heart rate
monitor 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 fly-
wheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed in
a controlled way.
14. Keep your back straight while using the ellip-
tical; 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.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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all
STANDARD SERVICE PLANS

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM®
COMFORT STRIDE elliptical. The COMFORT STRIDE
elliptical provides an impressive selection of features
designed to make your workouts at home more effec-
tive 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.
Upper Body Arm
Handlebar
Console
Wheel
Pedal Knob
Pedal
Accessory Tray
Heart Rate Monitor
Handle
Leveling Foot
Disc
Length: 6 ft. 2 in. (188 cm)
Width: 2 ft. 1 in. (64 cm)

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Bolt Set (31)–2
M8 x 45mm Bolt (76)–4
M10 x 85mm Screw (82)–4
M10 Split
Washer (78)–5
M8 Jam Nut
(77)–4
M8 Washer
(33)–6
M10 x 20mm
Screw (79)–8
M8 x 20mm
Screw (80)–4
M4 x 16mm
Screw (83)–7
M8 x 18mm
Screw (85)–2
M4 x 48mm
Screw (34)–2
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART
Use 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. Extra parts may be included.

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• To hire an authorized service technician to
assemble this product, call 1-800-445-2480.
• Assembly requires two persons.
• Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing
materials until you fi nish all assembly steps.
• Left parts are marked “L” or “Left” and right parts
are marked “R” or “Right.”
• To identify small parts, see page 6.
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tools:
one adjustable wrench
one Phillips screwdriver
one rubber mallet
Assembly may be easier if you have your own set
of wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
ASSEMBLY
2. While a second person lifts the rear of the Frame
(1), attach the Rear Stabilizer (70) to the Frame
with two M10 x 85mm Screws (82).
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70
1
82
1. Go to www.proformservice.com/registration
on your computer and register your product.
• activates your warranty
• saves you time if you ever need to contact
Customer Care
• allows us to notify you of upgrades and offers
Note: If you do not have Internet access, call
Customer Care (see the front cover of this
manual) and register your product.
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3. Orient the Front Stabilizer (73) as indicated by
the sticker.
While a second person lifts the front of the
Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer (73) to the
Frame with two M10 x 85mm Screws (82).
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1
82
73
4
4. Orient the Upright (2) and the Shield Cover (37)
as shown. Slide the Shield Cover upward onto
the Upright.
Have a second person hold the Upright (2) and
the Shield Cover (37) near the Frame (1).
Locate the wire tie in the lower end of the Upright
(2). Tie the wire tie to the Main Wire (42). Then,
pull the upper end of the wire tie until the Main
Wire is routed through the Upright.
Tip: To prevent the Main Wire (42) from fall-
ing into the Upright (2), secure the Main Wire
with the wire tie.
2
1
37
42
Wire Tie
Wire Tie

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5. Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Slide the
Upright (2) onto the Frame (1).
Have a second person hold the Shield Cover
(37) out of the way.
Attach the Upright (2) with five M10 x 20mm
Screws (79) and five M10 Split Washers (78).
Tip: Start all five Screws, and then tighten
them.
Press the Shield Cover (37) into the Left and
Right Shields (44, 45). 2
1
37
79 78 78
79
Avoid pinching
the wires
44, 45
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2
39
28
79
79
Avoid pinching
the wires
6. Orient the Handlebar (39) as shown. Have a
second person hold the Handlebar near the
Upright (2).
Locate the Sensor Wires (28) in the Handlebar
(39). Insert the right Sensor Wire into the right
side of the Upright, and insert the left Sensor
Wire into the left side of the Upright. Then, pull
the Sensor Wires upward out of the top of the
Upright.
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Handlebar (39) to the Upright (2) with three M10
x 20mm Screws (79).

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4
Battery
Covers
Batteries
Screws
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7. The Console (4) can use four D batteries (not
included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
Do not use old and new batteries together or
alkaline, standard, and rechargeable batter-
ies together. IMPORTANT: If the Console has
been exposed to cold temperatures, allow
it to warm to room temperature before you
insert batteries. Otherwise, you may dam-
age the console display or other electronic
components. Remove the screws, remove
the battery covers, and insert batteries into the
battery compartments. Make sure to orient the
batteries as shown by the diagrams inside
the battery compartments. Then, reattach the
battery covers.
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-supplied regulated
power adapter. Plug one end of the power
adapter into the receptacle on the console; plug
the other end into an outlet installed in accor-
dance with all local codes and ordinances.
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8. Untie and discard the wire tie on the Main
Wire (42).
While a second person holds the Console (4)
near the Upright (2), connect the wires on the
Console to the Main Wire (42) and to the Sensor
Wires (28).
Insert the excess wire into the Upright (2).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (4) to the Upright (2) with four M4 x
16mm Screws (83).
4
42
83
2
Avoid pinching
the wires
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