Pro-Form ZE5 User manual

USERʼS MANUAL
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
Model No. PFEL15910.2
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the
space above for reference.
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions, or if parts are
damaged or missing, DO NOT
CONTACT THE STORE; please
contact Customer Care.
IMPORTANT: Please register this
product (see the limited warranty
on the back cover of this manual)
before contacting Customer Care.
CALL TOLL-FREE:
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Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MT
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Serial Number
Decal
(under frame)

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PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................5
HOWTOUSETHEELLIPTICAL .............................................................14
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................22
FCCINFORMATION.......................................................................24
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................25
PARTLIST ..............................................................................28
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................30
ORDERINGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LIMITEDWARRANTY ..............................................................BackCover

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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. Keep the elliptical indoors, away from
moisture 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
damage, place a mat under the elliptical.
7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts
regularly. 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 275 lbs. (125 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 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.
13. 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.
14. Keep your back straight while using the
elliptical; 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.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM®
ZE5 REAR DRIVE elliptical. The ZE5 REAR DRIVE
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.
Handlebar
Upper Body Arm
Storage Magnet
Console
Wheel
Pedal
Pedal Arm Latch
Storage Latch
Water Bottle Holder*
Handgrip Pulse Sensor
Adjustment Knob
Handle
Crank Arm
Adjustment Bracket
*Water bottle is not included

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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 a rubber
mallet .
See 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. To avoid damaging parts, do not use power tools for assembly.
M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm
Washer (126)–4
M10 x 80mm Patch
Screw (100)–4
Medium Wave
Washer (119)–2
M8 Split Washer
(103)–10
M10 Split
Washer (123)–4 Small Wave
Washer (118)–2
M4 x 16mm
Screw (93)–16
M8 x 16mm Patch
Screw (102)–18
M6 x 12mm Patch
Screw (111)–10
M4 x 19mm
Flat Head
Screw (117)–1

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1.
Identify and orient the Front Stabilizer (3) as
shown.
While another person lifts the Frame (1), attach
the Front Stabilizer (3) to the Frame with two
M10 x 80mm Patch Screws (100) and two M10
Split Washers (123).
2. Identify and orient the Rear Stabilizer (4) as
shown.
Attach the Rear Stabilizer (4) to the Folding
Frame (2) with two M10 x 80mm Patch Screws
(100) and two M10 Split Washers (123).
Next, hold the handle on the Rear Stabilizer (4),
press the Latch Button (67), and lower the Rear
Stabilizer and the Folding Frame (2) to the floor.
1
2
To make assembly easier, read the
information on page 5 before you begin.
3
1
2
4
100
123
123
67
100

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3. Identify and orient the Upright (5) and the Top
Cover (23) as shown. Slide the Top Cover
upward onto the Upright.
Have a second person hold the Upright (5) and
the Top Cover (23) near the Frame (1).
Locate the wire tie in the Upright (5). Tie the
lower end of the wire tie to the Main Wire (60).
Next, pull the upper end of the wire tie upward
out of the top of the Upright. Then, untie and
discard the wire tie.
Tip: To prevent the Main Wire (60) from
falling into the Upright (5), secure the Main
Wire with the wire tie.
Tip: Avoid pinching the Main Wire (60). Insert
the Upright (5) into the Frame (1).
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1
60
23
5
Wire Tie
Wire Tie
Avoid pinching
the Main Wire
(60)
4. Attach the Upright (5) with four M8 x 16mm
Patch Screws (102) and four M8 Split Washers
(103). Do not tighten the Patch Screws yet.
Slide the Top Cover (23) downward. Do not
snap the Top Cover into place yet.
4
1
102
102
102
102
103
103
103
23
5

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5. Apply some of the included grease to the Upright
Axle (48) and to two Small Wave Washers (118).
Insert the Upright Axle (48) through the Upright
(5) and center it. Slide a Small Wave Washer
(118) onto each side of the Upright Axle.
Identify the Right and Left Upper Body Legs (6,
7), which are marked with “Right” and “Left” stick-
ers, and orient them as shown.
Slide the Right and Left Upper Body Legs (6, 7)
onto each side of the Upright Axle (48).
118
118
48
6
5
7
Grease
Grease
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6. Tighten an M8 x 16mm Patch Screw (102) and
an M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm Washer (126) into each
end of the Upright Axle (48) at the same time.
102
102
126
126
48

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7. Apply grease to the axle on the Right Upper
Body Leg (6) and to a Medium Wave Washer
(119).
Slide a Leg Spacer (55) and the Medium Wave
Washer (119) onto the Right Upper Body Leg
(6). Make sure that the flat side of the Leg
Spacer is facing away from the elliptical.
Identify the Right Pedal Arm (12), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as
shown. Slide the Right Pedal Arm onto the
Right Upper Body Leg (6).
Attach the Right Pedal Arm (12) with an M8 x
16mm Patch Screw (102), an Axle Cover (56),
and an M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm Washer (126).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.
7
6
12 56
126
102
119
Grease
8
12
111
116
46
44
8. Press the Right Pedal Arm (12) onto the right
Adjustment Sleeve (46). Make sure that the
Right Pedal Arm latches into place.
Attach a Mounting Block (116) to the right
Adjustment Pin (44) with an M6 x 12mm Patch
Screw (111).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.
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9. Attach an Adjustment Knob (45) to the right
Mounting Block (116) with two M4 x 16mm
Screws (93).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical. 93
93
45
116
55

10
10
12
14
111
111
106
11
8
6
7
9
102
103
103
11. Identify the Right Upper Body Arm (8), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as
shown.
Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (8) to the
Right Upper Body Leg (6) with three M8 x
16mm Patch Screws (102) and three M8 Split
Washers (103).
Attach the Left Upper Body Arm (9) to the Left
Upper Body Leg (7) in the same way.
10. Identify the Right Pedal (14) and the Right Gel
Pad (106), which are marked with “Right” stick-
ers, and orient them as shown.
Set the Right Gel Pad (106) on the Right Pedal
Arm (12). Then, set the Right Pedal (14) on the
Right Gel Pad.
Attach the Right Pedal (14) to the Right Pedal
Arm (12) with four M6 x 12mm Patch Screws
(111).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.