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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................5
HOWTOUSETHEELLIPTICALEXERCISER ..................................................14
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................23
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................25
PARTLIST ..............................................................................27
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................29
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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1. 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.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical exerciser are
adequately informed of all precautions.
3. Your elliptical exerciser is intended for home
use only. Do not use your elliptical exerciser
in a commercial, rental, or institutional set-
ting.
4. eep your elliptical exerciser indoors, away
from moisture and dust. Place your elliptical
exerciser 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 clear-
ance in the front and rear of your elliptical
exerciser and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each side.
5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
6. eep children under age 12 and pets away
from your elliptical exerciser at all times.
7. Your elliptical exerciser should not be used
by persons weighing more than 300 lbs.
(136 kg).
8. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
exercising; do not wear loose clothes that
could become caught on your elliptical exer-
ciser. Always wear athletic shoes for foot
protection.
9. Hold the handgrip pulse sensor or the upper
body arms when mounting, dismounting, or
using your elliptical exerciser.
10. eep your back straight while using your
elliptical exerciser; do not arch your back.
11. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the userʼs 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.
12. 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.
13. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and cool down.
14. Use your elliptical exerciser only as
described in this manual.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical exerciser before using your elliptical
exerciser. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or
through the use of this product.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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Pulse Sensor
Upper Body Arm
Handlebar
Pedal Disc
Wheel
Adjustment Bracket
Pedal
Console
Water Bottle Holder*
Leveling Foot
Handle
*Water bottle is not included
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for purchasing the PROFORM®ZE 5 ellipti-
cal exerciser. The ZE 5 elliptical exerciser provides an
array 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 exerciser. If you have ques-
tions 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 con-
tacting 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
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser 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 .
As you assemble the elliptical exerciser, use the drawings below to identify small parts. The number in parenthe-
ses below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The
number following 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.
M8 x 18mm
Patch Screw
(80)–4
M8 x 45mm Button
Bolt (76)–4
M10 x 20mm Patch
Screw (79)–5
M10 x 95mm Patch
Screw (82)–4
M4 x 19mm
Screw (25)–4
M4 x 16mm
Screw (92)–6 M8 Washer
(33)–4
M10 Split
Washer (109)–5
M8 Locknut
(77)–4
M6 Locknut
(74)–4
M6 x 12mm
Screw (84)–12
M6 x 38mm
Bolt (108)–4

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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 95mm Patch Screws
(82).
2. Orient the Front Stabilizer (73) so that the
Wheels (50) are oriented as shown.
While a second person lifts the front of the
Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer (73) to
the Frame with two M10 x 95mm Patch Screws
(82).
70
82
1
1
2
To make assembly easier, read the
information on page 5 before you begin.
73 82
50
50
1

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3
3. Orient the Upright (2) as shown.
While a second person holds the Upright (2)
near the Frame (1), connect the Upper Wire
Harness (89) to the Wire Harness (42).
Insert the Upright (2) into the Frame (1).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Upright (2) to the Frame (1) with five M10 x
20mm Patch Screws (79) and five M10 Split
Washers (109). Do not tighten the Patch
Screws yet.
2
89
42
79
79
109
109
Avoid pinching
the wires
1

8
4
6
21
84
84
84
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5. Apply some of the included grease to the axle
on the Right Upper Body Leg (6).
Slide the front end of the Right Pedal Arm (49)
onto the axle on the Right Upper Body Leg (6).
Attach the Right Pedal Arm (49) with an M8 x
18mm Patch Screw (80), a Pedal Arm Cap (30),
and an M8 Washer (33). Do not overtighten
the Patch Screw.
Repeat this step to attach the Left Pedal Arm
(not shown) to the Left Upper Body Leg (not
shown).
4. Identify the Right Pedal Bracket (21) and the
Right Upper Body Leg (6) assembly, which is
marked with a “Right” sticker.
Then, identify the Right Pedal (13), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker.
Orient the Right Pedal (13), the Right Pedal
Bracket (21), and the Right Upper Body Leg (6)
as shown.
Attach the Right Pedal (13) to the Right Pedal
Bracket (21) with six M6 x 12mm Screws (84).
Repeat this step for the Left Pedal (not
shown), the Left Pedal Bracket (not shown),
and the Left Upper Body Leg (not shown).
80
30
33
49
6
Grease
5

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6. Apply 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 18mm Patch Screw (80) and an M8
Washer (33). Do not tighten the Patch Screw
yet.
Repeat this step to attach the Left Upper
Body Arm (8).
7
6
9
77
76
11
8
Hexagonal
Holes
7. With the help of a second person, slide the
Right Upper Body Leg (6) onto the Right Upper
Body Arm (9).
Attach the Right Upper Body Leg (6) with two
M8 x 45mm Button Bolts (76) and two M8
Locknuts (77). Make sure that the Locknuts
are in the hexagonal holes.
Attach the Left Upper Body Leg (11) to the
Left Upper Body Arm (8) in the same way.
See step 6. Tighten the M8 x 18mm Patch
Screws (80).
6
8
9
2
80
33
Grease

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9
9. 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 for the other side of the
elliptical exerciser.
Tip: Make sure that the Pivot Covers (19, 22)
are positioned as shown. Tabs
Hooks
Hooks
19
22
22
22
9
8
19
19
8
2
25
79
79
37
32
25
8. Identify the Left and Right Front Shields (32,
37), which are marked with “Left” and “Right”
stickers.
See step 3. Tighten the five M10 x 20mm Patch
Screws (79). Tip: Tighten the two rear Patch
Screws first and then tighten the other three
Patch Screws.
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Press the Left
and Right Front Shields (32, 37) together
around the Upright (2). Make sure that Left
and Right Front Shields fit securely.
Attach the Left and Right Front Shields (32, 37)
with four M4 x 19mm Screws (25).
Avoid pinching
the wires

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11
Batteries
Screw
Battery
Cover
11. 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 screw, remove the battery
cover, insert the batteries into the battery com-
partments, and reattach the battery cover. Make
sure to orient the batteries as shown by the
diagrams inside the battery compartments.
To purchase an optional AC adapter, contact
the store where you purchased this product
or call the telephone number on the cover of
this manual. To avoid damaging the console,
use only a manufacturer-supplied AC
adapter. Plug one end of the AC adapter into
the jack on the console; plug the other end into
an outlet installed in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
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10. Identify the Right Handlebar (59), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as
shown.
Have a second person hold the Right
Handlebar (59) near the right side of the Upright
(2). Locate the wire tie in the Upright. Tie the
lower end of the wire tie to the right Pulse Wire
(28). 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: Avoid pinching the Pulse Wire (28).
Attach the Right Handlebar (59) to the Upright
(2) with two M6 x 38mm Bolts (108) and two M6
Locknuts (74). Make sure that the Locknuts
are in the hexagonal holes.
Repeat this step to attach the Left Handlebar
(39).
10
74
2
28
28
108 59
39
Hexagonal
Holes
Wire Tie
Avoid pinching the
Pulse Wires (28)

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13
92
13. Attach the Rear Upright Cover (3) to the Upright
(2) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (92).
3
2
12
Console Wires
Avoid pinching
the wires
12. While a second person holds the Console (4)
near the Upright (2), connect the console wires
to the Upper Wire Harness (89) and to the
Pulse Wires (28).
Insert the excess wires into the Upright (2) or
into the Console (4).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (4) to the Upright (2) with four M4 x
16mm Screws (92).
28
89
92
92
2
4

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14
14. Press the Front Upright Cover (16) into the
Rear Upright Cover (3).
15. Press two Outer Leg Covers (20) together
around the Right Pedal Bracket (21) and the
Right Upper Body Leg (6).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical exerciser.
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3
15
20
20
6
11
15
21
16. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical exerciser 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 exerciser.

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HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER
HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER
Due to the size and weight of the elliptical exercis-
er, moving it requires two persons. Stand in front of
the elliptical exerciser, hold the upright, and place one
foot against one of the front wheels. Pull on the
upright and have a second person lift the handle until
the elliptical exerciser will roll on the wheels. Carefully
move the elliptical exerciser to the desired location,
and then lower it to the floor.
HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER
If the elliptical
exerciser rocks
slightly on your
floor during use,
turn one or both
of the leveling
knobs on the rear
stabilizer and
adjust the leveling
feet until the rock-
ing motion is
eliminated.
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL PATH
To adjust the pedal path, lift each pedal and rotate the
adjustment bracket to the desired setting in the pedal
arm. Make sure to set both adjustment brackets in
the same position.
Place
your foot
here
Handle
Upright
Pedal
Pedal Arm
Adjustment
Brackets
Leveling
Knobs

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HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL
EXERCISER
To mount the elliptical exerciser, 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 exerciser, wait until the ped-
als come to a complete stop. Note: The elliptical
exerciser 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 lowest pedal.
Pedals
Pedal
Disc
Upper Body Arms
Handlebars

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The revolutionary 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. While you exercise, the console will dis-
play continuous exercise feedback. You can also mea-
sure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor.
In addition, the console offers twelve trainer workouts.
Each workout automatically changes the resistance of
the pedals as it guides you through an effective work-
out.
You can also use four calorie workouts designed to
help you burn a set number of calories. The calorie
workouts automatically control the resistance of the
pedals while counting down the number of calories to
be burned.
The console features the iFit interactive workout sys-
tem, which enables the console to accept iFit cards
containing workouts designed to help you achieve
specific fitness goals. For example, lose unwanted
pounds with the 8-week Weight Loss workout. iFit
workouts control the resistance of the pedals while the
voice of a personal trainer coaches you through your
workouts. iFit cards are available separately. To pur-
chase iFit cards, go to www.iFit.com or see the
front cover of this manual. iFit cards are also
available at select stores.
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 17. To use a
trainer workout, see page 19. To use a calorie
workout, see page 20. To use an iFit workout, see
page 21. To use the sound system, see page 21. To
change console settings, see page 22.
Note: Before using the console, make sure that batter-
ies are installed (see assembly step 11 on page 11). If
there is a sheet of clear plastic on the display, remove
the plastic.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM

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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the
console to turn on the console.
Amoment after you begin pedaling or press a but-
ton, a tone will sound, and the display will turn on.
2. Select the manual mode.
Each time you turn
on the console, the
manual mode will
be selected. If you
have selected a
workout, reselect
the manual mode
by pressing any of
the Workouts but-
tons repeatedly
until zeros appear in the display.
3. Change the resistance of the pedals as
desired.
As you pedal,
change the resis-
tance of the pedals
by pressing the
desired Quick
Resistance button.
Note: After you press a button, it will take a
moment for the pedals to reach the selected resis-
tance level.
4. Follow your progress with the display.
The lower left
display—As you
exercise, the lower
left display can
show the elapsed
time and the dis-
tance (in miles or kilometers) that you have ped-
aled. Note: When a workout is selected, the dis-
play will show the time remaining in the workout
instead of the elapsed time.
The lower right
display—The lower
right display can
show the your ped-
aling speed (in
miles or kilometers
per hour) and the approximate number of calories
that you have burned. The display also shows
your heart rate when you use the handgrip pulse
sensor (see step 5 on page 18).
The upper
display—The upper
display can show
the elapsed time,
the distance that
you have pedaled,
your pedaling speed, and the approximate number
of calories you have burned. Press the Priority
Display button repeatedly until the upper display
shows the information that you are most interested
in viewing. Note: While information is shown in the
upper display, the same information will not be
shown in the lower left or lower right display.
The lower
display—The lower
display will show a
track representing
1/4 mile (400
meters). 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.
To view the trip dis-
tance, press the
Odometer button
once. To reset the
trip distance to zero,
press and hold the
Odometer button
until zeros appear in
the display.
To view the total distance pedaled since the ellipti-
cal exerciser was purchased, press the Odometer
button a second time. To exit the odometer infor-
mation, press the Odometer button a third time.
Note: The console can show pedaling speed and
distance in either miles or kilometers. To view or
change the unit of measurement, see HOW TO
CHANGE CONSOLE SETTINGS on page 22.

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5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
If there are sheets
of clear plastic on
the metal con-
tacts on the hand-
grip pulse sensor,
remove the plas-
tic. To measure
your heart rate,
hold the handgrip
pulse sensor with
your palms resting
against the metal
contacts. Avoid moving your hands or gripping
the contacts tightly.
When your pulse is
detected, a flashing
heart symbol will
appear in the dis-
play, and then your
heart rate will
appear. For the most accurate heart rate reading,
hold the contacts for at least 15 seconds. Note: If
you continue to hold the handgrip pulse sensor,
the display will show your heart rate for up to 30
seconds.
If the display does not show your heart rate, 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 chemi-
cals to clean the contacts.
6. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
If the pedals do not move for several seconds, a
tone will sound and the console will pause.
If the pedals do not move for several minutes and
the buttons are not pressed, the console will turn
off and the display will be reset.
Contacts

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HOW TO USE A TRAINER WOR OUT
1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the
console to turn on the console.
A moment after you begin pedaling or press a but-
ton, a tone will sound, and the display will turn on.
2. Select a trainer workout.
To select a trainer workout, press the desired Ski
Workouts, Hike Workouts, or Climb Workouts but-
ton.
The name of the
workout, the work-
out duration, and a
profile of the resis-
tance levels for the
workout will appear
in the display.
3. Set the pedal path.
See HOW TO AD UST THE PEDAL PATH on
page 14 and move the pedals to the appropriate
setting for the workout.
If you selected a Ski workout, move the pedals to
the Ski setting. If you selected a Hike workout,
move the pedals to the Hike setting. If you select-
ed a Climb workout, move the pedals to the Climb
setting.
4. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
Each workout is divided into 20, 30, or 45 one-
minute segments. One resistance level is pro-
grammed for each segment. Note: The same
resistance level may be programmed for consecu-
tive segments.
The resistance level for the first segment will
appear in the display for a few seconds. During
the workout, the workout profile will show your
progress (see the drawing above). The flashing
segment of the profile represents the current seg-
ment of the workout. The height of the flashing
segment indicates the resistance level for the cur-
rent 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 appear 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 Quick Resistance buttons.
IMPORTANT: When the current segment of the
workout ends, the pedals will automatically
adjust to the resistance level programmed for
the next segment.
The workout will continue in this way until the last
segment ends.
To stop the workout at any time, stop pedaling. A
tone will sound and the time will pause. To restart
the workout, simply resume pedaling.
5. Follow your progress with the display.
See step 4 on page 17.
6. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 5 on page 18.
7. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
See step 6 on page 18.
Profile

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HOW TO USE A CALORIE WOR OUT
1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the
console to turn on the console.
A moment after you begin pedaling or press a but-
ton, a tone will sound, and the display will turn on.
2. Select a calorie workout.
To select a calorie
workout, press the
Calorie Workouts
button repeatedly
until the name of
the desired workout
appears in the dis-
play. The workout
duration, the num-
ber of calories to be
burned, and a pro-
file of the resistance levels for the workout will also
appear in the display.
3. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
Each calorie workout will help you burn 150 calo-
ries. During each workout, the console will count
down the number of calories to be burned.
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.
The resistance level for the first segment will
appear in the display for a few seconds. During
the workout, the workout profile will show your
progress (see the drawing above). The flashing
segment of the profile represents the current seg-
ment of the workout. The height of the flashing
segment indicates the resistance level for the cur-
rent 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 appear 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 Quick Resistance buttons.
IMPORTANT: When the current segment of the
workout ends, the pedals will automatically
adjust to the resistance level programmed for
the next segment.
The workout will continue in this way until the last
segment ends.
To stop the workout at any time, stop pedaling. A
tone will sound and the time will pause. To restart
the workout, simply resume pedaling.
4. Follow your progress with the display.
During a calorie workout, the lower right display
will show the number of calories to be burned dur-
ing the remaining segments of the workout.
The other displays will show the information
described in step 4 on page 17.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 5 on page 18.
6. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
See step 6 on page 18.
Profile