Pro-Form PFEL94910.0 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................5
HOWTOUSETHEELLIPTICAL .............................................................15
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................23
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................25
PARTLIST ..............................................................................28
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................30
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 before using your elliptical. 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
persons with pre-existing health problems.
2. Use the elliptical only as described in this
manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical are adequately
informed of all precautions.
4. The elliptical is intended for home use only.
Do not use the elliptical in a commercial,
rental, or institutional setting.
5. eep the elliptical indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Place the elliptical 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 elliptical and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each
side.
6. Inspect and properly tighten all parts
regularly. Replace any worn parts
immediately.
7. eep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical at all times.
8. The elliptical should not be used by persons
weighing more than 275 lbs. (125 kg).
9. 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.
10. Hold the handlebars or the upper body arms
when mounting, dismounting, or using the
elliptical.
11. 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
determining heart rate trends in general.
12. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the
pedals will continue to move until the
flywheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed
in a controlled way.
13. eep your back straight while using the
elliptical; do not arch your back.
14. 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.

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Pulse Sensor
Upper Body Arm
Handlebar
Pedal Disc Wheel
Pedal
Fan
Console
Water Bottle Holder*
Leveling Foot
Handle
*Water bottle is not included
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Ramp
Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM®STRIDE
TRAINER 595 elliptical. The STRIDE TRAINER 595
elliptical provides a 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. 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.

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ASSEMBLY
To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical, call 1-800-445-2480.
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical 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 and an
adjustable wrench .
As you assemble the elliptical, use the drawings below to identify small parts. 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 fol-
lowing 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.
M10 x 48mm Patch
Screw (75)–6
M10 x 20mm Patch
Screw (79)–7
M8 x 20mm
Patch Screw
(80)–4
M4 x 48mm
Screw (89)–2
M8 x 45mm Button
Bolt (76)–4
M10 x 85mm Patch Screw (82)–4
M4 x 16mm
Screw (92)–7
M8 Washer
(33)–6
M10 Split
Washer (78)–10
M8 Jam Nut
(77)–4
M8 x 18mm Patch
Hex Screw (85)–2

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1.
While a second person lifts the rear of the
Frame (1), attach the Rear Stabilizer (70) to the
Frame with two M10 x 85mm Patch Screws
(82).
2. Orient the Front Stabilizer (73) so that the
“Front” sticker is facing away from the front of
the Frame (1).
While a second person lifts the front of the
Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer (73) to the
Frame with two M10 x 85mm Patch Screws
(82).
70
82
1
1
2
1
To make assembly easier, read the
information on page 5 before you begin.
82
73

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3
Wire
Tie
2
42
37
4. Slide the Upright (2) onto the Frame (1).
Tip: Have a second person hold the Top
Shield Cover (37) out of the way.
Tip: Avoid pinching the Wire Harness (42).
Attach the Upright (2) with four M10 x 20mm
Patch Screws (79) and four M10 Split Washers
(78).
Slide the Top Shield Cover (37) downward and
press it into the Frame (1).
4
1
1
78 78
79 79
1
2
42
Wire Tie
Avoid pinching the
Wire Harness (42)
3. Orient the Upright (2) and the Top Shield Cover
(37) as shown. Slide the Top Shield Cover
upward onto the Upright.
Have a second person hold the Upright (2) near
the Frame (1).
See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in
the Upright (2). Tie the lower end of the wire tie
to the Wire Harness (42). Next, pull the upper
end of the wire tie upward until the Wire
Harness is routed through the Upright. Then,
untie and discard the wire tie.
Tip: To prevent the Wire Harness (42) from
falling into the Upright (2), secure the Wire
Harness with a rubber band or a piece of
tape.
2
42
37

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5. See the upper drawing. To avoid pinching or
damaging the Pulse Wires (28) while you
assemble the Handlebar (39), perform the fol-
lowing actions:
Insert the end of the left Pulse Wire (28) inside
the left side of the Handlebar (39).
Then, insert the end of the right Pulse Wire (28)
inside the right side of the Handlebar (39).
See the lower drawing. Have a second person
hold the Handlebar (39) in place around the
Upright (2).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Handlebar (39) to the Upright (2) with three M10
x 20mm Patch Screws (79).
39
39
79
79
28
28
Avoid pinching
the wires
5
2

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7
6
6. The Console (4) can use four D batteries (not
included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
IMPORTANT: If the Console has been
exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to
warm to room temperature before inserting
batteries. Otherwise, you may damage the
console displays or other electronic compo-
nents. Remove the screws, remove the battery
covers, insert the batteries into the battery com-
partments, and reattach the battery covers.
Make sure to orient the batteries as shown
by the diagrams inside the battery compart-
ments.
To purchase an optional power adapter, call
the telephone number on the front cover of
this manual. To avoid damaging the console,
use only a manufacturer-supplied power
adapter. Plug one end of the power adapter
into the jack on the console; plug the other end
into an outlet installed in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
4
Batteries
Batteries
Screws
Battery
Covers
4
2
7. Locate the Pulse Wires (28) inside the left and
right sides of the Handlebar (39) and pull them
upward out of the Upright (2).
While a second person holds the Console (4)
near the Upright (2), connect the console wires
to the Wire Harness (42) and to the Pulse Wires
(28).
Insert the excess wires into the Upright (2).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (4) to the Upright (2) with four M4 x
16mm Screws (92).
Console Wires
28
42
39
92
92
Avoid
pinching
the wires

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8. Attach the Console Cover (32) to the back of
the Console (4) with two M4 x 48mm Screws
(89).
8
4
32
89
9. Apply some of the included grease to the axle
on the right side of the Upright (2).
Identify the Right Upper Body Arm (9), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as
shown.
Slide the Right Upper Body Arm (9) onto the
right side of the Upright (2).
Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (9) with an
M8 x 20mm Patch Screw (80) and an M8
Washer (33).
Repeat this step to attach the Left Upper
Body Arm (8).
9
8
9
2
33 80
Grease

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10. Identify the Right Link Arm (98), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as
shown.
Apply some of the included grease to the axle
on the Right Link Arm (98).
Slide a Link Arm Cover (103) onto the axle on
the Right Link Arm (98). Make sure that the
flat side of the Link Arm Cover is facing the
Right Link Arm.
Insert the Right Link Arm (98) through the Right
Pedal Arm (49). Attach the Right Link Arm with
an M8 x 20mm Patch Screw (80) and an M8
Washer (33).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.
10
11
6
11. Have a second person hold a Bushing Cover
(102) over the post on the right Upper Body Leg
(6). Make sure that the curved side of the
Bushing Cover is facing the right Upper
Body Leg.
Attach the Right Link Arm (98) and the Bushing
Cover (102) to the right Upper Body Leg (6)
with an M8 x 18mm Patch Hex Screw (85) and
an M8 Washer (33).
Press a Link Arm Screw Cover (104) onto the
M8 x 18mm Patch Hex Screw (85).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.
98
49
80 33
33 85
98
Grease
103
102
Post
104

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13. See the inset drawing. Identify a Pivot Cover A
(19), which has hooks, and a Pivot Cover B
(22), which has tabs.
Press a Pivot Cover A (19) and a Pivot Cover B
(22) together around the Right Upper Body Arm
(9).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.
Tip: Make sure that the Pivot Covers (19, 22)
are positioned as shown.
13
22
22
19 9
8
19
Tabs
Hooks
Hooks
19
22
12. With the help of a second person, insert the
Right Upper Body Arm (9) into the right Upper
Body Leg (6).
Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (9) with two
M8 x 45mm Button Bolts (76) and two M8 am
Nuts (77). Make sure that the Jam Nuts are in
the hexagonal holes.
Attach the Left Upper Body Arm (8) to the
other Upper Body Leg (6) in the same way.
Make sure that the M8 x 45mm Button Bolts
(76) are in the locations shown.
12
9
8
6
6
Hexagonal
Holes
77
76
76
Hexagonal
Holes

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14
14. Attach the Rear Upright Cover (3) to the Upright
(2) with three M4 x 16mm Screws (92).
Orient the Front Upright Cover (16) so that the
indicated arrow is pointing upward.
Press the Front Upright Cover (16) into the
Rear Upright Cover (3).
Press the Water Bottle Holder (5) into the Rear
Upright Cover (3).
92
5
92
16
Arrow
3
2
49
13
78
75
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15. Identify the Right Pedal (13), which is marked
with a “Right” sticker.
Attach the Right Pedal (13) to the Right Pedal
Arm (49) with three M10 x 48mm Patch Screws
(75) and three M10 Split Washers (78). Make
sure to use the center hole and the two
outer holes to attach the Right Pedal.
Attach the Left Pedal (not shown) to the Left
Pedal Arm (not shown) in the same way.

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17. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical 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 elliptical.
16. Press the Rear Shield Cover (59) onto the Left
and Right Shields (44, 45). 16
59
44 45

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HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL
HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL
Due to the size and weight of the elliptical, moving
it requires two persons. Stand in front of the ellipti-
cal, hold the upright, and place one foot against one of
the front wheels. Pull on the upright and have a sec-
ond person lift the handle until the elliptical will roll on
the wheels. Carefully move the elliptical to the desired
location, and then lower it to the floor.
HOW TO CHANGE THE INCLINE OF THE RAMP
To vary the motion of the pedals, you can change the
incline of the ramp.
To raise the
ramp to an
incline level, pull
the front of the
ramp upward until
the ramp
engages at one of
the three incline
levels.
To lower the ramp to an incline level, first pull the
front of the ramp all the way upward. Next, press the
ramp all the way downward. Then, pull the front of the
ramp upward until the ramp engages at one of the
three incline levels.
HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL
If the elliptical
rocks slightly on
your floor during
use, turn one or
both of the level-
ing feet beneath
the rear stabilizer
until the rocking
motion is elimi-
nated.
Place
your foot
here
Handle
Upright
Leveling
Feet
Ramp

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HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL
To mount the elliptical, hold the handlebars or the
upper body arms and step onto the pedal that is in the
lowest position. Then, step onto the other pedal.
Push the pedals until they begin to move with a con-
tinuous motion. Note: The pedal discs can turn in
either direction. It is recommended that you move
the pedal discs in the direction shown by the
arrow; however, for variety, you can turn the pedal
discs in the opposite direction.
To dismount the elliptical, wait until the pedals come to
a complete stop. Note: The elliptical 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 low-
est pedal.
Pedals
Pedal
Disc
Upper Body Arms
Handlebars

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The advanced console offers an array of features
designed to make your workouts more effective and
enjoyable.
When you use the manual mode of the console, you
can change the resistance of the pedals with the touch
of a button. As you exercise, the console will provide
continuous exercise feedback. You can even measure
your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor.
The console offers eight preset workouts—four weight
loss and four performance workouts. Each preset
workout automatically changes the resistance of the
pedals as it guides you through an effective workout.
The console also offers six target toning workouts
designed to work specific areas of the body. Each tar-
get toning workout has a recommended ramp incline
level and will automatically change the resistance of
the pedals while guiding you through an effective
workout.
You can even connect your MP3 player or CD player
to the console sound system and listen to your favorite
music or audio books while you exercise.
To use the manual mode, see page 18. To use a pre-
set workout, see page 19. To use a target toning
workout, see page 21. To use the sound system,
see page 22.
Note: Before using the console, make sure that batter-
ies are installed (see assembly step 6 on page 9). If
there is a sheet of plastic on the display, remove the
plastic.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM

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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1. Turn on the console.
Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the
console.
When you turn on the console, the display will
light. A tone will sound and the console will be
ready for use.
2. Select the manual mode.
When you turn on the console, the manual mode
will be selected.
If you have selected a workout, reselect the man-
ual mode by pressing the Workouts increase or
decrease button repeatedly until a track appears in
the center display.
3. Begin pedaling and change the resistance of
the pedals as desired.
As you pedal, change the
resistance of the pedals by
pressing the Resistance
increase and decrease but-
tons.
Note: After you press the buttons, it will take a
moment for the pedals to reach the selected resis-
tance level.
4. Follow your progress with the display.
The left display–This
display can show the
elapsed time and the
approximate number of
calories you have
burned. The display will
change modes every few
seconds.
Note: During a workout, the display will show the
time remaining in the workout.
The left display will also show your heart rate when
you use the handgrip pulse sensor (see step 5 on
page 19).
The center display–This
display will show the
resistance level of the
pedals for a few seconds
each time the resistance
level changes.
This display will also
show a track represent-
ing 640 revolutions. As
you exercise, indicators
will appear in succession
around the track until the
entire track appears. The
track will then disappear and the indicators will
again begin to appear in succession.
The right display–This
display can show the
distance (total number of
revolutions) you have
pedaled and your pedal-
ing pace in revolutions
per minute (rpm). The
display will change modes every few seconds.
Track

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5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
If there are sheets
of plastic on the
metal contacts on
the handgrip pulse
sensor, remove
the plastic. In
addition, make
sure that your
hands are clean.
To measure your
heart rate, hold the
handgrip pulse sen-
sor with your palms resting against the metal
contacts. Avoid moving your hands or gripping
the contacts tightly.
When your pulse is detected, a heart-shaped sym-
bol will flash in the display and then your heart rate
will be shown. For the most accurate heart rate
reading, hold the contacts for at least 15 seconds.
If your heart rate is not shown, make sure that your
hands are positioned as described. Be careful not
to move your hands excessively or to squeeze the
metal contacts tightly. For optimal performance,
clean the metal contacts using a soft cloth; never
use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals to clean
the contacts.
6. Turn on the fan if desired.
The fan has high and low speed settings. Press
the Fan button repeatedly to select a fan speed or
to turn off the fan.
Note: If the pedals do not move for about thirty
seconds, the fan will turn off automatically.
7. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
If the pedals do not move for several seconds, a
series of tones will sound, the console will pause,
and the time will flash in the display.
If the pedals do not move for several minutes, the
console will turn off and the display will be reset.
HOW TO USE A PRESET WOR OUT
1. Turn on the console.
See step 1 on page 18.
2. Select a preset workout.
To select a preset workout, press the Workouts
increase or decrease button repeatedly until the
number of the desired workout appears in the right
display.
When you select a preset workout, the duration of
the workout will appear in the left display, the max-
imum resistance level for the workout will flash in
the center display, and the number of the workout
will appear in the right display.
After a few seconds, a profile of the resistance lev-
els of the workout will scroll across the center
display.
Note: Complete profiles of the preset workouts are
printed on the sides of the console.
3. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
Each workout is divided into 30 one-minute seg-
ments. One resistance level is programmed for
each segment. Note: The same resistance level
may be programmed for consecutive segments.
Contacts
Profile

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During the workout, the workout profile will show
your progress (see the drawing on page 19). The
flashing segment of the profile represents the cur-
rent segment of the workout. The height of the
flashing segment indicates the resistance level for
the current segment.
At the end of each segment of the workout, a
series of tones will sound and the next segment of
the profile will begin to flash. If a different resis-
tance level is programmed for the next segment,
the resistance level will flash in the display for a
few seconds to alert you. The resistance of the
pedals will then change.
If the resistance level for the current segment is
too high or too low, you can manually override the
setting by pressing the Resistance buttons.
However, when the current segment ends, the ped-
als will automatically adjust to the resistance level
for the next segment.
If you stop pedaling for several seconds, a series
of tones will sound and the workout will pause.
To restart the workout, simply resume pedaling.
The workout will continue until the last segment of
the profile flashes and the last segment of the
workout ends.
Note: If you continue to pedal after the workout is
completed, the display will continue to show exer-
cise feedback; however, the display will not show
the elapsed time until you select the manual mode
or a new workout.
4. Follow your progress with the display.
See step 4 on page 18.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 5 on page 19.
6. Turn on the fan if desired.
See step 6 on page 19.
7. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
See step 7 on page 19.