Pro-Form 490 Spx Bike User manual

USERʼS MANUAL
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Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
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Serial No.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECA P ACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
ASSEMB Y ...............................................................................5
HOWTOUSETHEEXERCISEBIKE .........................................................12
FCCINFORMATION.......................................................................19
EXERCISEGUIDE INES ...................................................................20
PART IST ..............................................................................22
EXP ODEDDRAWING ....................................................................23
ORDERINGREP ACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
IMITEDWARRANTY ..............................................................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.

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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.
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 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 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 fly-
wheel 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.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM®490 SPX
exercise bike. Cycling is an effective exercise for
increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance,
and toning the body. The 490 SPX 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 ever
Seat
Adjustment Knob
Adjustment Knob
Pedal/Strap
Water Bottle Holder
eveling Foot
Handlebar
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Wheel
eveling Foot
Console
Transmitter

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the exercise bike 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 an adjustable wrench and a Phillips
screwdriver .
Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preattached.
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 eveling 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
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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
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4. Orient the Handlebar Post (4) as shown.
ocate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the front of
the Frame (1). oosen the Adjustment Knob
and pull it outward. Then, insert the Handlebar
Post (4) into the Frame.
Move the Handlebar Post (4) upward or down-
ward 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 eft Pedal (38) counterclockwise
into the eft Crank Arm (not shown).
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35
4
23
1
31

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6. Orient the Seat Post (2) as shown.
ocate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the rear of
the Frame (1). oosen 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
1
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
pointing straight ahead before you tighten
the Hex Nuts.
ocate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the Seat
Post (2). oosen 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.
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22
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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).
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64 39
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10. The Console (68) requires two AAA batteries
(not included); alkaline batteries are recom-
mended. 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 electronic com-
ponents.
Remove the battery cover from the back of the
Console (68), and insert batteries into the bat-
tery compartment. Make sure that the
batteries are oriented as shown by the dia-
grams inside the battery compartment. Then,
reattach the battery cover.
68
Battery
Compartment
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11. Attach the Console (68) to the Console Bracket
(64) with a Console Screw (65).
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68
64

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12. The Transmitter (63) requires two AAA batteries
(not included); alkaline batteries are recom-
mended.
Remove the battery cover from the front of the
Transmitter (63), and insert batteries into the
battery compartment. Make sure that the bat-
teries are oriented as shown by the
diagrams inside the battery compartment.
Then, reattach the battery cover.
Remove the adhesive backing from the Hook
and oop 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 oop 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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