Pro-Form 831.23943.5 User manual

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Model No. 831.23943.5
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ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER
User’s Manual
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Part List and Drawing
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
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decal(s). If a decal is missing or illegible, call
1-888-533-1333 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
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
EXPLODED DRAWING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
90 DAY FULL WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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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 elliptical before using your elliptical. Sears
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 elliptical 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. The elliptical is not intended for use by
persons with reduced physical, sensory, or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they are given supervi-
sion or instruction about use of the elliptical
by someone responsible for their safety.
4. Use the elliptical only as described in this
manual.
5. The elliptical is intended for home use only.
Do not use the elliptical in a commercial,
rental, or institutional setting.
6. Keep the elliptical indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the elliptical in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.
7. Place the elliptical on a level surface, with
at least 3 ft. (0.9 m) of clearance in the front
and rear of the elliptical and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on
each side. To protect the floor or carpet from
damage, place a mat under the elliptical.
8. Inspect and properly tighten all parts each
time the elliptical is used. Replace any worn
parts immediately.
9. Keep children under age 13 and pets away
from the elliptical at all times.
10. The elliptical should not be used by persons
weighing more than 250 lbs. (113 kg).
11. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the elliptical. Always wear athletic
shoes for foot protection while exercising.
12. Hold the handlebars or the upper body arms
when mounting, dismounting, or using the
elliptical.
13. The heart rate monitor is not a medical
device. Various factors may affect the accu-
racy of heart rate readings. The heart rate
monitor is intended only as an exercise aid
in determining heart rate trends in general.
14. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the
pedals will continue to move until the fly-
wheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed in
a controlled way.
15. Keep your back straight while using the ellip-
tical; do not arch your back.
16. 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.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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Heart Rate Monitor
Upper Body Arm
Handlebar
Pedal Disc Wheel
Pedal
Fan
Console
Accessory Tray
Leveling Foot
Handle
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for purchasing the PROFORM®390 E ellip-
tical. The 390 E elliptical provides an array 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 elliptical. If you have questions after
reading this manual, please see the back 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.
Length: 5 ft. 1 in. (155 cm)
Width: 2 ft. (61 cm)

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M10 x 48mm
Screw (75)–6
M10 x 20mm
Screw (79)–7
M8 x 20mm
Screw (80)–2
M4 x 48mm
Screw (89)–2
M8 x 45mm
Bolt (76)–4
M10 x 85mm Screw (82)–4
M4 x 16mm
Screw
(92)–7
Shoulder Bolt (31)–2
M8 Washer
(33)–2
M10 Split
Washer
(78)–10
M8 Jam Nut
(77)–4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART
Use 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. Extra parts may be included. If a part is missing, call 1-888-533-1333.

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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.”
• To identify small parts, see page 5.
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tool(s):
one Phillips screwdriver
Assembly may be easier if you have a set of
wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
ASSEMBLY
1. Go to www.proformservice.com/registration
on your computer and register your product.
•activates your warranty
•saves you time if you ever need to contact
Customer Care
•allows us to notify you of upgrades and offers
Note: If you do not have Internet access, call
1-888-533-1333 and register your product.
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2. While a second person lifts the rear of the Frame
(1), attach the Rear Stabilizer (70) to the Frame
with two M10 x 85mm Screws (82).
70
82
1
2

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3. Orient the Front Stabilizer (73) so that the sticker
is facing away from the front of the Frame (1).
Whileasecondpersonliftsthefrontofthe
Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer (73) to the
Frame with two M10 x 85mm Screws (82).
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1
82
73
4
Wire
Tie
2
42
37
1
1
2
42
Wire Tie
4. Orient the Upright (2) and the Top Shield Cover
(37) as shown. Slide the Top Shield Cover
upward onto the Upright.
HaveasecondpersonholdtheUpright(2)near
the Frame (1).
See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in the
Upright (2). Tie the lower end of the wire tie to
the Main Wire (42). Next, pull the upper end of
the wire tie upward out of the top of the Upright.
Tip: To prevent the Main Wire (42) from falling
into the Upright (2), secure the Main Wire
with a wire tie.

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5. Slide the Upright (2) onto the Frame (1). Tip:
Have a second person hold the Top Shield
Cover (37) out of the way.
Tip: Avoid pinching the Main Wire (42). Attach
the Upright (2) with four M10 x 20mm Screws
(79) and four M10 Split Washers (78); start all
the Screws, and then tighten them.
Then, slide the Top Shield Cover (37) downward
and press it into the Frame (1).
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1
78 78
79 79
Avoid pinching the
Main Wire (42) 2
42
37
6. See the upper drawing. To avoid p i n c h ing or
damaging the Pulse Wires (28) while you assem-
ble the Handlebar (39), perform the following
actions:
InserttheendoftheleftPulseWire(28)intothe
left side of the Handlebar (39).
Then,inserttheendoftherightPulseWire(28)
into the right side of the Handlebar (39).
See the lower drawing. Have a second person
hold the Handlebar (39) in place around the
Upright (2).
Tip:Avoidpinchingthewires.Attach the
Handlebar (39) to the Upright (2) with three
M10 x 20mm Screws (79); start all the Screws,
and then tighten them.
39
39
79
79
28
28
Avoid pinching
the wires
6
2

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7
4
Batteries
Batteries
Screws
Battery
Covers
7. The Console (4) can use four D batteries (not
included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
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 dam-
age the console displays or other electronic
components. Remove the screws and the
battery covers, and insert batteries into the
battery compartments. Make sure to orient the
batteries as shown by the diagram inside
the battery compartment. Then, reattach the
battery covers.
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 regulated
power adapter. Plug one end of the power
adapter into the receptacle on the frame of
the elliptical; plug the other end into an outlet
installed in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
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4
2
8. Untie and discard the wire tie attached to the
Main Wire (42).
LocatethePulseWires(28)insidetheleftand
right sides of the Handlebar (39) and pull them
upward out of the Upright (2).
WhileasecondpersonholdstheConsole(4)
near the Upright (2), connect the wires on the
Console to the Main Wire (42) and to the Pulse
Wires (28).
InserttheexcesswiresintotheUpright(2).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach
the Console (4) to the Upright (2) with four
M4 x 16mm Screws (92); start all the Screws,
and then tighten them.
28
42
39
92
92
Avoid
pinching
the wires

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9. Attach the Console Cover (32) to the back of the
Console (4) with two M4 x 48mm Screws (89). 9
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32
89
10. Identify the Left and Right Upper Body Arms
(8, 9), and orient them as shown.
OrienttheLeftUpperBodyArm(8)andan
Upper Body Leg (6) as shown. Make sure that
the hexagonal holes are in the indicated
location.
InserttheLeftUpperBodyArm(8)intothe
Upper Body Leg (6).
AttachtheLeftUpperBodyArm(8)withtwo
M8 x 45mm Bolts (76) and two M8 Jam Nuts
(77). Make sure that the Jam Nuts are in the
hexagonal holes. Do not tighten the Bolts yet.
Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (9) to the
other Upper Body Leg (6) in the same way.
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Hexagonal
Holes
8
6
6
9
77
77
76
76