Pro-Form 300CR User manual

USER'S MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
PARTIDENTIFICATIONCHART ..............................................................5
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................6
HOWTOUSETHEEXERCISEBI E .........................................................12
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................18
FCCINFORMATION.......................................................................20
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................21
PARTLIST ..............................................................................24
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................26
ORDERINGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LIMITEDWARRANTY ..............................................................BackCover
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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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 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 300 lbs.
(136 kg).
11. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's 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. Always keep your back straight while using
the exercise bike; do not arch your back.
13. 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 revolutionary PROFORM®
300 CR exercise bike. Cycling is an effective exercise
for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building
endurance, and toning the body. The 300 CR exercise
bike 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 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.
*Water bottle is not included
Handlebar
Seat
Handgrip Pulse Sensor
Seat Handle
Pedal/Strap
Wheel
Leveling Foot
Upright nob
Console
Backrest
Handle
Water Bottle Holder*
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Length: 5 ft. 10 in. (178 cm)
Width: 2 ft. 1 in. (64 cm)
Weight: 121 lbs. (55 kg)
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M10 x 63mm Bolt Set (62)–1
M8 x 55mm Patch
Screw (52)–4
M6 x 42mm Patch
Screw (51)–2
M8 x 38mm Button
Bolt (72)–4
M8 x 16mm Patch
Screw (54)–6
M8 Split
Washer (55)–10
M6 Washer
(44)–4
M6 x 38mm Patch
Screw (81)–4
M8 Locknut
(61)–4
M10 Locknut
(64)–2
M6 x 18mm Patch
Screw (77)–2
M10 x 32mm
Button Bolt (78)–2
M4 x 16mm Flange
Screw (80)–4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART
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.
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ASSEMBLY
•To hire an authorized service technician to
assemble the exercise bike, call
1-800-445-2480.
•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.
•To identify small parts, see page 5.
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tools:
one adjustable wrench
one Phillips screwdriver
Assembly may be easier if you have a socket set
or a set of ratchet wrenches. To avoid damaging
parts, do not use power tools.
1. Orient the Right Front Stabilizer (40) with the
Wheel (17) positioned as shown.
Attach the Right Front Stabilizer (40) to the
right side of the Frame (1) with three M8 x
16mm Patch Screws (54) and three M8 Split
Washers (55).
Attach the Left Front Stabilizer (not shown)
to the left side of the Frame (1) in the same
way.
40
54
1
1
55 55
54
17
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2. While another person lifts the rear of the Frame
(1), attach the Rear Stabilizer (16) to the Frame
with four M8 x 55mm Patch Screws (52) and
four M8 Split Washers (55).
2
55
55
16
52
1
3
2
Avoid pinching
the wires
1
3. While another person holds the Upright (2) near
the Frame (1), locate the wire tie in the Upright.
See the inset drawing. Tie the lower end of
the wire tie to the Pulse Extension Wire (79)
and to the Main Wire Harness (43). Next, pull
the other end of the wire tie upward out of the
top of the Upright (2).
Tip: Do not allow the ends of the wires to fall
into the Upright (2). Use the wire tie to hold
the wires in place until step 6.
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Upright (2) to the Frame (1) with an M10 x
63mm Bolt Set (62).
62
43
62
43
79
79 Wire Tie
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4. Identify the Right and Left Handlebars (59, 60),
which are marked with “Right” and “Left” stickers.
Orient the Right and Left Handlebars (59, 60)
so that the hexagonal holes are in the indi-
cated locations.
Attach each Handlebar (59, 60) to the Upright
(2) with two M8 x 38mm Button Bolts (72) and
two M8 Locknuts (61). Make sure that the
Locknuts are in the hexagonal holes.
4
59
2
60
61
72
61
Hexagonal
Holes
72
5
5. The Console (4) can use four 1.5V D 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 insert-
ing batteries. Otherwise, you may damage
the console displays or other electronic
components. Remove the screw, remove the
battery cover, and insert the batteries into the
battery compartment. Make sure to orient the
batteries as shown by the diagrams inside
the battery compartment. Then, reattach the
battery cover.
To purchase an optional power adapter, call
the telephone number on the cover of this
manual. To avoid damaging the console, use
only a manufacturer-supplied power adapter.
Plug one end of the power adapter into the
receptacle on the console; plug the other end
into an outlet installed in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
Battery
Cover
Batteries
Screw
Batteries
4
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6. Untie and discard the wire ties on the Main
Wire Harness (43) and the Pulse Extension
Wire (79).
While another person holds the Console (4)
near the Upright (2), connect the wires on the
Console to the Main Wire Harness (43) and to
the Pulse Extension Wire (79).
Insert the excess wire 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 Flange Screws (80).
2
6
4
80
79
80
43
Avoid pinching
the wires
7. Identify and orient the Seat Handlebar (11) so
that the contacts on the Pulse Grips (10) face
upward. Make sure that the hexagonal holes
are in the indicated locations.
Tip: Avoid pinching the Pulse Wire (58).
Attach the Seat Handlebar (11) to the Seat
Carriage (3) with two M10 x 32mm Button Bolts
(78) and two M10 Locknuts (64). Do not fully
tighten the Locknuts yet.
7
11
10
Hexagonal
Holes
10
78
58
64
3
Avoid pinching the
Pulse Wire (58)
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8. Tip: Avoid pinching the Pulse Wire (58).
Attach the Backrest (8) to the Seat Carriage (3)
with two M6 x 18mm Patch Screws (77) and
two M6 x 42mm Patch Screws (51).
Tip: First tighten the M6 x 18mm Patch
Screws (77), and then tighten the M6 x
42mm Patch Screws (51).
See step 7. Tighten the M10 Locknuts (64).
8
877
51
3
58
9
9. Attach the Seat (9) to the Seat Carriage (3) with
four M6 x 38mm Patch Screws (81) and four
M6 Washers (44) (only two of each are shown).
Note: The Patch Screws and Washers may
be preattached to the underside of the Seat.
9
44
81
44
3
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