Pro-Form 250 SPX User manual

USER’S MANUAL
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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.
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
EXPLODED DRAWING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
RECYCLING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your exercise bike before using your exercise bike.
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 exercise bike 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 exercise bike only as described in
this manual.
4. The exercise bike is intended for home use
only. Do not use the exercise bike in a com-
mercial, rental, or institutional setting.
5. Keep the exercise bike indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Do not put the exercise
bike in a garage or covered patio, or near
water.
6. Place the exercise bike on a level surface,
with a mat beneath it to protect the floor or
carpet. Make sure that there is at least 2 ft.
(0.6 m) of clearance around the exercise bike.
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 exercise bike at all times.
9. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the exercise bike. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.
10. The exercise bike should not be used
by persons weighing more than 253 lbs.
(115 kg).
11. Be careful when mounting and dismounting
the exercise bike.
12. Always keep your back straight while using
the exercise bike; do not arch your back.
13. The exercise bike does not have a freewheel;
the pedals will continue to move until the
flywheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed
in a controlled way.
14. To stop the flywheel quickly, press the
resistance knob downward.
15. When the exercise bike is not in use, tighten
the resistance knob completely to prevent
the flywheel from moving.
16. To avoid damaging the brake pads, do not
lubricate the brake pads.
17. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint, if you become short
of breath, or if you experience pain while
exercising, stop immediately and cool down.

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Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM®250
SPX exercise bike. Cycling is an effective exercise
for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endur-
ance, and toning the body. The 250 SPX exercise bike
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 exercise bike. 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.
Resistance Knob
Saddle
Adjustment Knobs
Adjustment Knob
Pedal/Strap
Tray
Leveling Foot
Leveling Foot
Handlebar
Console
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Wheel
Length: 4 ft. 1 in. (124 cm)
Width: 1 ft. 8 in. (51 cm)
Weight: 90 lbs. (41 kg)

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• 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 finish all assembly steps.
• Left parts are marked “L” or “Left” and right parts
are marked “R” or “Right.”
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tool(s):
one adjustable wrench
one rubber mallet
Assembly may be easier if you have a set of
wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
ASSEMBLY
2. If there are shipping tubes (not shown) attached
to the front and rear of the Frame (1), remove
and discard the shipping tubes and the hardware
attaching them.
Orient the Front Stabilizer (4) as shown.
Attach the Front Stabilizer (4) to the Frame (1)
with two M8 x 16mm Screws (2) and two M8
Washers (3).
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1. Go to www.iconsupport.eu on your computer
and register your product.
•activates your warranty
•saves you time if you ever need to contact
Customer Service
•allows us to notify you of upgrades and offers
Note: If you do not have Internet access, call
Customer Service (see the front cover of this
manual) and register your product.

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3. Attach the Rear Stabilizer (5) to the Frame (1)
with two M8 x 16mm Screws (2) and two M8
Washers (3).
4. Orient the Saddle Carriage (32) as shown.
LocatetheAdjustmentKnob(15)ontheSaddle
Post (6). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and pull it
downward. Then, insert the Saddle Carriage (32)
into the Saddle Post.
SlidetheSaddleCarriage(32)tothedesired
position, release the Adjustment Knob (15)
into one of the adjustment holes in the Saddle
Carriage, and then tighten the Adjustment Knob.
Make sure that the Adjustment Knob is firmly
engaged in an adjustment hole.
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5. Orient the Saddle (31) as shown.
SlidetheSaddle(31)ontotheSaddleCarriage
(32); make sure that the Saddle is level and is
pointing straight ahead. Then, tighten the two
nuts (A) beneath the Saddle.
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A
31
6. Orient the Handlebar Post (7) as shown.
LocatetheAdjustmentKnob(15)onthefrontof
the Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and
pull it outward. Then, insert the Handlebar Post
(7) into the Frame.
MovetheHandlebarPost(7)upwardor
downward to the desired position, release
the Adjustment Knob (15) into an adjustment
hole in the Handlebar Post, and then tighten
the Adjustment Knob. Make sure that the
Adjustment Knob is firmly engaged in an
adjustment hole.
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7. Set the Handlebar (8) on the Handlebar Post (7)
and slide it to the desired position.
AttachtheHandlebar(8)totheHandlebarPost
(7) with the Adjustment Handle (10) and an M10
Washer (9).
Note:TheAdjustmentHandle(10)functions
like a ratchet. Turn the Adjustment Handle in
the desired direction, pull it downward, turn it in
the opposite direction, push it upward, and then
turn it in the desired direction again. Repeat this
process as many times as necessary.
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8. Identify the Right Pedal (11).
Usinganadjustablewrench,firmly tighten the
Right Pedal (11) clockwise into the Right Crank
Arm (49).
Firmly tighten the Left Pedal (not shown)
counterclockwise into the Left Crank Arm
(not shown). IMPORTANT: You must turn the
Left Pedal counterclockwise to attach it.
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60
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10. Slide the Console (58) onto the Console
Bracket (60).
AttachtheConsoleBracket(60)tothe
Handlebar (8) with two Bracket Screws (61).
9. The Console (58) can use two AAA 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 damage
the console displays or other electronic com-
ponents. Remove the battery cover from the
back of the console, and insert the batteries into
the battery compartment. Make sure to orient
the batteries as shown by the diagram inside
the battery compartment. Then, reattach the
battery cover.
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Battery
Compartment

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11. Orient the wire (B) on the Reed Switch (59) on
the left side of the exercise bike as shown.
Connectthewire(B)ontheReedSwitch(59)to
the wire on the Console (58).
12. Insert the wire (B) on the Reed Switch (59) into
the Clip (62) on the left side of the Frame (1).
Next,inserttheReedSwitch(59)intotheClamp
(63) on the Frame (1).
Then, rotate the Flywheel (37) so that the
Magnet (20) is facing the Reed Switch (59).
See the inset drawing. Move the Reed
Switch (59) so that it is 1–2 cm away from the
Magnet (20).
13. After the exercise bike is assembled, inspect it to make sure that it is assembled correctly and that it
functions properly. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise bike.
Extra parts may be included. Place a mat under the exercise bike to protect the floor.
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B
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HOW TO ADJUST THE ANGLE OF THE SADDLE
You can adjust the angle of the saddle to the posi-
tion that is most comfortable. You can also slide your
saddle forward or backward to increase your comfort or
to adjust the distance to the handlebar.
To adjust the saddle, see the drawing in assembly step
5 on page 7. Loosen the nuts on the saddle clamp
a few turns, and then tilt the saddle upward or down-
ward or slide the saddle forward or backward to the
desired position. Then, retighten the nuts.
HOW TO LEVEL THE EXERCISE BIKE
If the exercise bike rocks slightly on your floor during
use, turn one or both of the leveling feet on the front
and rear stabilizers (see the drawing on page 4)
until the rocking motion is eliminated.
HOW TO ADJUST THE HORIZONTAL POSITION OF
THE SADDLE
To adjust the position
of the saddle, first
loosen the adjust-
ment knob and pull
it downward. Then,
move the saddle
forward or backward,
release the adjust-
ment knob into an
adjustment hole in
the saddle carriage,
and firmly tighten
the adjustment knob. Make sure that the adjustment
knob is engaged in an adjustment hole.
HOW TO ADJUST THE SADDLE POST
For effective exercise, the saddle should be at the
proper height. As you pedal, there should be a slight
bend in your knees when the pedals are in the lowest
position.
To adjust the height
of the saddle post,
first loosen the
adjustment knob and
pull it outward. Then,
move the saddle post
upward or downward,
release the adjust-
ment knob into an
adjustment hole in
the saddle post, and
firmly tighten the
adjustment knob. Make sure that the adjustment
knob is engaged in an adjustment hole.
HOW TO ADJUST THE HORIZONTAL POSITION OF
THE HANDLEBAR
To ad j ust t h e hor i -
zontal position of the
handlebar, loosen the
adjustment handle,
move the handlebar
forward or backward
to the desired posi-
tion, and then tighten
the adjustment
handle.
Note: The adjustment handle functions like a ratchet.
See assembly step 7 on page 7 for an explanation.
Knob
Knob
Handle
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE