Pro-Form 440R User manual

Model No. 831.21256.0
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the space
above for reference.
Serial Number
Decal (under rail)
• Assembly
•Operation
• Maintenance
• Part List and Drawing
ROWER EXERCISER
User's Manual
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT ............................................................... 2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ........................................................................ 4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART ................................................................ 5
ASSEMBLY ................................................................................ 6
HOW TO USE THE ROWER .................................................................. 13
FCC INFORMATION ........................................................................ 16
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................... 17
EXERCISE GUIDELINES .................................................................... 18
PART LIST ................................................................................ 21
EXPLODED DRAWING ...................................................................... 23
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS ................................................... Back Cover
90 DAY FULL WARRANTY ........................................................... Back Cover
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
This drawing shows the location(s) of the warning
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.
•Misuse of this machine
may resuJt in serious
injury.
,Read user's manual
prior to use and follow
all warnings and
instructions.
•Do not allow children
on or around machine.
=User weight must not
exceed 250 pounds.
•This product should
always be used on a
level surface.
•This product isnot
intended for
therapeutic use.
•Replace label if
damaged, illegible,
or removed. [_
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iMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Toreducetheriskofse.ousinjury,reada,importantprecautionsand
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your rower before using your rower. 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 7.
that all users of the rower are adequately
informed of all precautions.
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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.
Use the rower only as described in this
manual.
The rower is intended for home use onJy. Do
not use the rower in a commercial, rental, or
institutional setting.
Keep the rower indoors, away from moisture
and dust. Do not put the rower in a garage or
covered patio, or near water.
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10.
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12.
Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
Keep children under age ! 2 and pets away
from the rower at all times.
Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear Joose clothes that could become
caught on the rower. Always wear athletic
shoes for foot protection.
The rower should not be used by persons
weighing more than 250 Ibs. (113 kg).
Always keep your back straight while using
the rower; do not arch your back.
Do not release the row bar while the cord is
extended.
.Place the rower 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 clear-
ance around the rower.
13. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. Jfyou feel faint, if you become short
of breath, or if you experience pain while
exercising, stop immediately and cool down.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM _ 440 R
rower. Rowing is an effective exercise for increasing
cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, and toning
the body. The 440 R rower is designed to let you enjoy
this effective exercise in the convenience and privacy
of your home.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the rower. 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 review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the labeled parts.
Length: 6 ft. 3 in. (191 cm)
Width: 2 ft. (61 cm) Row Bar
Frame Knob
Frame Pin
Seat
Console
Control
-- Foot Plate
Wheel
Pedal
Rail
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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, please call 1=888=533=1333.
M5 x 8mm M5 x 10mm
Screw (12)-4 Screw (101)-1
M8 Acorn
Nut (31)-4 M8 Split Washer (15)-4
M8 x 20mm M10 x 52mm
Screw (14)-2 Screw (46)-2
M8 x 20mm
Washer (16)-6 M10 x 20mm Washer (47)-2 M13 x 22mm Washer (33)-2
M13 x 32mm
Washer (88)-1
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ASSEMBLY
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.
To identify small parts, see page 5.
Left parts are marked "L" or "Left" and right parts
are marked "R" or "Right."
Assembly requires only the included tools.
Assembly may be easier if you have a set of
wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
.Go to www.proform.com/registration on your
computer and register your product.
o activates your warranty
o saves you time if you ever need to contact
Customer Care
o 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.
2. Orient the Front Stabilizer (50) as shown.
Attach the Front Stabilizer (50) to the Frame (39)
with two M10 x 52mm Screws (46) and two M10
x 20mm Washers (47).
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3. Remove the Frame Pin (37) from the Frame (39).
Next, unwrap the Bungee Cord (45) from the
Frame (39).
Then, remove the 1/2" Locknut (54), the two M13
x 22mm Washers (33), and the 1/2" x 100mm
Bolt (36) from the Frame (39).
Note: The parts that you removed will be used in
steps 4 and 5.
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37
45
4. Orient the Rail (8) as shown.
Attach the Rail Bracket (41) to the Frame (39)
with the 1/2" x 100mm Bolt (36), the two M13 x
22mm Washers (33), and the 1/2" Locknut (54)
that you removed in step 3.
Then, press the Nut Cap (55) onto the 1/2"
Locknut (54).
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55
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41
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5. Move the Seat (28) to the front of the Rail (8).
Have a second person raise the Rail (8) to the
vertical position. Fully insert the Frame Pin (37)
into the indicated hole in the Rail Bracket (41) so
that it holds the Rail in place.
.Attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the Rail (8)
with two M8 x 20mm Screws (14) and two M8 x
20mm Washers (16).
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3
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.See the inset drawing. Route the end of the
Bungee Cord (45) around the Small Pulley (5) on
the Rear Stabilizer (3) as shown.
Make sure that the Bungee Cord (45) is not
twisted. Attach the Bungee Clip (97) to the indi-
cated hole in the Rail Attachment Bracket (43).
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45-
97-
Hole
43 j
3
--45
.Attach the Rear Stabilizer Cover (2) to the Rear
Stabilizer (3) with an M5 x 10mm Screw (101). 8
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Orient the Rail Cover (18) as shown.
Attach the Rail Cover (18) to the Rail (8) with
four M5 x 8mm Screws (12).
10. Remove the Frame Pin (37) from the Rail
Bracket (41), and lower the Rail (8) to the floor.
Next, insert the Frame Pin (37) into the Frame
(39) and into the Rail Bracket (41).
Then, slide an M13 x 32mm Washer (88) onto
the Frame Knob (87), insert the Frame Knob into
the Frame (39), and tighten the Frame Knob into
the Rail Bracket (41).
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8
37
41
39
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