Pro-Form 315 Ic Bike User manual

USER’S MANUAL
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this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
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Serial No.
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above for reference.
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are damaged or missing, DO NOT
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
EXPLODED DRAWING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
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 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.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
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. Use the exercise bike only as described in
this manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the exercise bike are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
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 at least 2 ft. (0.6 m) of clearance around
the exercise bike. To protect the floor or
carpet from damage, place a mat under 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 275 lbs.
(125 kg).
11. Always keep your back straight while using
the exercise bike; do not arch your back.
12. 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.
13. To stop the flywheel quickly, press the brake
lever downward.
14. When the exercise bike is not in use, tighten
the resistance knob completely to prevent
the flywheel from moving.
15. To avoid damaging the brake pads, do not
lubricate the brake pads.
16. 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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Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM®315
IC exercise bike. Cycling is an effective exercise for
increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance,
and toning the body. The 315 IC exercise bike pro-
vides 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
Brake Lever
Seat
Adjustment Knobs
Adjustment Knob
Pedal/Strap
Water Bottle Holder
Leveling Foot
Handlebar
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Wheel
Leveling Foot
Console
Transmitter

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1. Remove the two screws, the two washers, and
the shipping bracket (not shown) from the rear of
the Frame (1) if necessary. Discard the screws,
washers, and shipping bracket.
Identify the Rear Stabilizer (7), which does not
have wheels.
Tighten two Leveling Feet (16) and two M10
Hex Nuts (49) into the underside of the Rear
Stabilizer (7).
Attach the Rear Stabilizer (7) to the Frame (1)
with two M8 x 16mm Screws (25) and two M8
Washers (24).
2. Remove the two screws, the two washers, and
the shipping bracket (not shown) from the front
of the Frame (1). Discard the screws, washers,
and shipping bracket.
Orient the Front Stabilizer (8) so that the Wheels
(21) are in the position shown.
Attach the Front Stabilizer (8) to the Frame (1)
with two M8 x 16mm Screws (25) and two M8
Washers (24).
1
25
24
49
49
16
7
1
1
8
16
25
24
21
21
25
24
• 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 complete all assembly steps.
• Assembly may be easier if you have your own set
of wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tools:
one Phillips screwdriver
one adjustable wrench
ASSEMBLY
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5. Attach the Handlebar (5) to the Handlebar Post
(4) with two M10 x 25mm Screws (34) and two
M10 Washers (33).
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4
5
34
33
4. Orient the Handlebar Post (4) as shown.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the front of
the Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and
pull it outward. Then, insert the Handlebar Post
(4) into the Frame.
Move the Handlebar Post (4) upward or
downward to the desired position, release
the Adjustment Knob (23) 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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3. Identify the Right Pedal (35), which is marked
with an “R.”
Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Right Pedal (35) clockwise into the Right Crank
Arm (31).
Tighten the Left Pedal (38) counterclockwise
into the Left Crank Arm (not shown).
38
35
4
23
1
31

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6
6. Orient the Seat Post (2) as shown.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the rear of
the Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and
pull it outward. Then, insert the Seat Post (2) into
the Frame.
Move the Seat Post (2) upward or downward
to the desired position, release the Adjustment
Knob (23) into an adjustment hole in the Seat
Post, and then tighten the Adjustment Knob.
Make sure that the Adjustment Knob is firmly
engaged in an adjustment hole.
2
1
23
7
3
2
23
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7. Orient the Seat (22) and the Seat Carriage (3) as
shown.
See the inset drawing. Attach the Seat (22) to
the Seat Carriage (3) with two M8 Hex Nuts (55).
Make sure that the nose of the Seat is point-
ing straight ahead before you tighten the Hex
Nuts.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the Seat
Post (2). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and pull it
outward. Then, insert the Seat Carriage (3) into
the Seat Post.
Slide the Seat Carriage (3) to the desired posi-
tion and then release the Adjustment Knob (23)
into one of the adjustment holes in the Seat
Carriage. Make sure that the Adjustment Knob
is firmly engaged in an adjustment hole.
55
22
3

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8
1
60
39 52
8. Attach the Water Bottle Holder (60) to the Frame
(1) with two M5 x 12mm Screws (39) and two M5
Washers (52).
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9. Attach the Console Bracket (64) to the
Handlebar (5) with two M5 x 12mm Screws (39).
5
64 39
39

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10. The Console (68) requires two AAA batteries
(not included); alkaline batteries are recom-
mended. Do not use old and new batteries
together or alkaline, standard, and rechargeable
batteries 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 display or other elec-
tronic components.
Remove the battery cover from the back of the
Console (68), and insert batteries into the battery
compartment. Make sure that the batteries are
oriented as shown by the diagrams inside the
battery compartment. Then, reattach the bat-
tery cover.
68
Battery
Compartment
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11. Attach the Console (68) to the Console Bracket
(64) with a Console Screw (65).
65
68
64

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12. The Transmitter (63) requires two AAA batteries
(not included); alkaline batteries are recom-
mended. Do not use old and new batteries
together or alkaline, standard, and rechargeable
batteries together.
Remove the battery cover from the front of the
Transmitter (63), and insert batteries into the bat-
tery compartment. Make sure that the batteries
are oriented as shown by the diagrams inside
the battery compartment. Then, reattach the
battery cover.
Remove the adhesive backing from the Hook
and Loop Fasteners (62). Press a Fastener onto
the Frame (1) in the indicated location.
Orient the Transmitter (63) as shown. Press
the other Fastener (62) onto the back of the
Transmitter.
Attach the Transmitter (63) to the Frame (1)
using the Hook and Loop Fasteners (62).
63
62
1
Battery
Cover
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13. Attach the Clamp (67) to the Right Shield (14) in
the indicated location with a Self-tapping Screw
(13).
67
13
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