Pro-Form 525E User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPOR AN PRECAU IONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
OPERA ION AND ADJUS MEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
HOW O FOLD AND MOVE HE READMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
ROUBLESHOO ING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CONDI IONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
ORDERING REPLACEMEN PAR S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMI ED WARRAN Y . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING and a PAR LIS are attached in the center of this manual.
1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnin s and precautions.
2. Use the treadmill only as described.
3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least ei ht feet of clearance behind it and two
feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill
on any surface that blocks air openin s. To
protect the floor or carpet from dama e, place
a mat under the treadmill.
4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
ara e or covered patio, or near water.
5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxy en is bein
administered.
6. Keep children under the a e of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.
7. The treadmill should be used only by persons
wei hin 250 pounds or less.
8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
usin the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes
that could become cau ht in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended for
both men and women. Always wear athletic
shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet,
wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
10. When connectin the power cord (see pa e 7),
plu the power cord into a sur e suppressor
(not included) and plu the sur e suppressor
into a rounded circuit capable of carryin 15
or more amps. No other appliance should be on
the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.
11. Use only a sin le-outlet sur e suppressor that
meets all of the specifications described on
pa e 7. To purchase a sur e suppressor, see
your local PROFORM dealer or call 1-800-806-
3651 and order part number 146148.
12. Failure to use a properly functionin sur e
suppressor could result in dama e to the con-
trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys-
tem is dama ed, the walkin belt may chan e
speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result
in a fall and serious injury.
13. Keep the power cord and the sur e suppres-
sor away from heated surfaces.
14. Never move the walkin belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plu is dama ed, or if the
treadmill is not workin properly. (See BE-
FORE YOU BEGIN on pa e 4 if the treadmill is
not workin properly.)
WARNING:To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the
followin important precautions and information before operatin the treadmill.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
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15. Never start the treadmill while you are stand-
in on the walkin belt. Always hold the
handrails while usin the treadmill.
16. Do not perform exercises with the hand
wei hts at speeds faster than a walk. Usin
wei hts and not holdin the handrails may
compromise your ability to maintain your
balance. Exercises usin wei hts should be
attempted only by experienced users.
17. The treadmill is capable of hi h speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to
avoid sudden jumps in speed.
18. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is runnin . Always remove the key and un-
plu the power cord when the treadmill is not
in use.
19. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, includin the user's move-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readin s. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determinin heart rate
trends in eneral.
20. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on pa es 5 and 6, and HOW TO
FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on pa e
10.) You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds
(20 k ) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
21. When foldin or movin the treadmill, make
sure that the stora e latch is fully closed.
22. Inspect and properly ti hten all parts of the
treadmill every three months.
23. Never drop or insert any object into any
openin .
24. DANGER:Always unplu the power
cord immediately after use, before cleanin
the treadmill, and before performin the
maintenance and adjustment procedures de-
scribed in this manual. Never remove the
motor hood unless instructed to do so by an
authorized service representative. Servicin
other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorized ser-
vice representative only.
25. This treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use this treadmill in any com-
mercial, rental, or institutional settin .
WARNING:Before be innin this or any exercise pro ram, consult your physician. This
is especially important for persons over the a e of 35 or persons with pre-existin health problems.
Read all instructions before usin . ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
dama e sustained by or throu h the use of this product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The decal shown below has been placed on your treadmill. If it
is missin or ille ible, please call our Customer Service
Department, toll-free, to order a free replacement decal (see
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS on the back cover of this
manual). Apply the decal in the location shown.
Note: he decal is shown at 38% of actual size.
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hank you for selecting the PROFORM®525E tread-
mill. he PROFORM 525E combines advanced tech-
nology with innovative design to let you enjoy an excel-
lent form of cardiovascular exercise in the convenience
and privacy of your home. And when you’re not exer-
cising, the PROFORM 525E can be folded up, requir-
ing less than half the floor space of other treadmills.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
usin the treadmill. If you have additional questions,
please call our Customer Service Department toll-free
at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m.
until 6 p.m. Mountain ime (excluding holidays). o
help us assist you, please note the product model
number and serial number before calling. he model
number of the treadmill is PF L49103. he serial num-
ber can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill
(see the front cover of this manual for the location).
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Handrail Upright
Storage Latch
Key/Clip
Circuit Breaker
Walking Belt
Cushioned Walking Platform
for maximum exercise comfort
Foot Rail
Power Cord
BACK
RIGHT SIDE
Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts
Console
Water Bottle Holder
(Bottle not included)
Incline Leg
Weight Rack
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1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the
Uprights (11) until the treadmill is in the position shown.
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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials; do not
dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the included allen wrench ,
assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , two adjustable wrenches , wire
cutters , and a rubber mallet .
Note: he underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a
small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. his is a normal
condition and does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off
the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.
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2. Insert one of the Extension Legs (34) into the treadmill
as shown. Make sure that the Base Pad (40) is on the
indicated side. Note: It may be helpful to tip the Uprights
(11) in the direction shown by the arrow as you insert
the Extension Leg. o fully insert the Extension Leg, it
may be necessary to tap it with a mallet.
Attach the Extension Leg (34) with an Extension Leg
Screw (53). Be sure to push on the head of the
Extension Le Screw while ti htenin it.
Attach the other Extension Leg (34) in the same way.
53
11
2
34
40
Small Screw (13)–2
Extension Leg
Screw (53)–2
Screw (33)–4
Handrail Bolt (91)–2
Handrail Washer (92)–2
Rack Bolt (89)–2
Washer
(39)–2
Handrail Nut (93)–2

7. Make sure that all parts are ti htened before you use the treadmill. Keep the included allen wrench in a
secure place. he allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 13). o protect the floor or carpet,
place a mat under the treadmill.
6. Attach the Storage Latch (14) to the left Upright (11) with
two Small Screws (13). Be careful not to overti hten
the Screws.
Place the Weights on the Weight Rack (90) with the
3 lbs. Weights (79) in the center of the Rack and 2 lbs.
Weights next, followed by the 1 lbs. Weights.
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14
11
79
90
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5. Cut and remove the plastic tie holding the Wires (21).
Place the Console Base (46) on the Uprights (11). Pull out
just enough of the two Wires (21) to connect them to the
connectors in the Console Base. Make a loop with the indi-
cated plastic tie and insert the end through the tie holder
on the bottom of the Console Base. Plug the Wire with the
red connector into the corresponding connector in the
Console Base. If the connectors do not fit together without
being forced, rotate the red connector and try again. Do
not force the connectors to ether. Next, plug the other
Wire into the other connector in the Console Base.
Important: Make sure that both Wires are fully in-
serted. WARNING: Do not disconnect or connect the
Wires while the treadmill power cord is plu ed in.
ighten the plastic tie and cut off the end.
Loosely thread four Screws (33) into the Uprights (11)
and the Console Base (46). After all four Screws have
been started, ti hten the Screws until they are snu ;
do not overti hten the Screws.
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Plastic ie
Plastic
ie
21 Connectors 46
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3. Attach the Weight Rack (90) to the Uprights (11) with the
two Washers (39) and Rack Bolts (89). Note: If neces-
sary, spread the Uprights apart to align the holes in the
Weight Rack with the holes in the Upright.
Insert the Left and Right Handrails (1, 88) into the upper
end of the Uprights (11), with the lower end of each
Handrail on the outside of the Extension Leg (34) as
shown. Have a second person hold the Handrails until
step 4 is completed.
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11
1
89
89
39 90
34
88
39
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4. With the help of a second person, lower the Uprights (11)
until the Left and Right Handrails (1, 88) are resting on
the floor. Attach the lower end of the Right Handrail to
the Extension Leg (34) with a Handrail Bolt (91), Handrail
Washer (92), and Handrail Nut (93) as shown. Note: It
may be necessary to push on the lower end of the
Handrail to align the hole in the Handrail with the hole in
the Extension Leg.
Attach the Left Handrail to the left Extension Leg (not
shown) as described above.
Raise the Uprights (11) to the position shown in step 3.
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6
93
92
91
88
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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT
THE PERFORMANT LUBETM WALKING BELT
Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with
PERFORMAN LUBE M, a high-performance lubricant.
IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other
substances to the walkin belt or the walkin plat-
form. Such substances will deteriorate the walkin
belt and cause excessive wear.
HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD
Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated
electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by
sudden voltage changes in your home’s power.
Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can
result from weather conditions or from other appli-
ances being turned on or off. To decrease the pos-
sibility of your treadmill bein dama ed, always
use a sur e suppressor with your treadmill (see
drawin 1 at the ri ht). To purchase a sur e sup-
pressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call 1-
800-806-3651 and order part number 146148.
Use only a sin le-outlet sur e suppressor that is
UL 1449 listed as a transient volta e sur e sup-
pressor (TVSS). The sur e suppressor must have a
UL suppressed volta e ratin of 400 volts or less
and a minimum sur e dissipation of 450 joules.
The sur e suppressor must be electrically rated
for 120 volts AC and 15 amps. There must be a
monitorin li ht on the sur e suppressor to indi-
cate whether it is functionin properly. Failure to
use a properly functionin sur e suppressor could
result in dama e to the control system of the
treadmill. If the control system is dama ed, the
walkin belt may chan e speed or stop unexpect-
edly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.
This product must be rounded. If it should malfunc-
tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec-
tric shock. his product is equipped with a cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. Plu the power cord into a sur e suppressor,
and plu the sur e suppressor into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and rounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Important: The treadmill is not compatible with
GFCI-equipped outlets.
his product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit,
and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus-
trated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that
looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be
used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2-pole
receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly
grounded outlet is not available.
he temporary adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed
by a qualified electrician.
he green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover.
Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place
by a metal screw. Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box
covers are not rounded. Contact a qualified elec-
trician to determine if the outlet box cover is
rounded before usin an adapter.
DANGER:Improper connection
of the equipment- roundin conductor can
result in an increased risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service-
man if you are in doubt as to whether the
product is properly rounded. Do not modify
the plu provided with the product—if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
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2
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounding Plug
Surge Suppressor
Surge Suppressor
Grounding Pin
Adapter
Lug
Metal Screw
Grounded Outlet
Grounding Pin
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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE
Clip
Key
Speed Control
Displays Incline Control
PulseSensor
CAUTION:Before operatin the
console, read the followin precautions.
• Do not stand on the walkin belt when turnin
on the power.
• Always wear the clip (see the drawin above)
while usin the treadmill. When the key is re-
moved from the console, the walkin belt will
stop.
• Adjust the speed in small increments.
• The trainin zones marked beside the speed
control are eneral uidelines only. See pa e
14 for more information.
• To reduce the possibility of electric shock,
keep the console dry. Avoid spillin liquids on
the console. Use only a sealable water bottle.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
he console requires three "AA" batteries (not in-
cluded). Alkaline batteries are recommended. o in-
stall batteries, open the battery cover as shown below.
Press the batteries into the battery compartment, with
the negative (–) ends of the batteries touching the
springs. Close the battery cover, push up on the tab,
and then push the tab forward as shown. Be sure that
the tab locks into place.
STEP-BY-STEP CONSOLE OPERATION
Make sure that the power cord is properly plugged in
(see page 7).
Next, step onto the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the
clip attached to the key (see the drawing above), and
slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothes. Test
the clip by carefully takin a few steps backward
until the key is pulled from the console. If the key
is not pulled from the console, adjust the position
of the clip as needed.
Follow the steps on page 9 to operate the console.
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Batteries
Battery Cover

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Insert the key fully into the console.
Inserting the key will not
turn on the displays.
he displays will turn on
when the ON/RESE
button is pressed or
when the walking belt is
started. Note: If you just
installed batteries, the displays will already be on.
Reset the console and start the walkin belt.
Slide the speed control to the
RESE position. Note: Each
time the walkin belt is
stopped, the speed control
must be moved to the RESET
position before the walkin
belt can be restarted.
Next, slowly slide the speed
control until the walking belt
begins to move at slow speed.
Carefully step onto the walking belt and begin ex-
ercising. Change the speed of the walking belt as
desired by moving the speed control.
o stop the walking belt, step onto the foot rails
and slide the speed control to the RESE position.
Follow your pro ress with the four displays.
TIME display— his
display shows the
elapsed time.
DISTANCE display—
his display shows the
distance that you have
walked or run, in miles.
SPEED display— his
display shows the speed
of the walking belt, in
miles per hour.
CALS/FAT CALS/
PULSE display— his
display shows the ap-
proximate numbers of
calories and fat calories
you have burned. (See
FA BURNING on page
14.) Every seven seconds, the display will change
from one number to the other, as indicated by the
mode arrows. his display also shows your pulse
when the pulse sensor is used (see step 4).
o reset the displays, press the ON/RESE button.
Measure your heart rate, if desired.
o measure your heart
rate, stand on the foot
rails and place your
thumb on the pulse
sensor as shown. he
pulse sensor is pres-
sure activated—fully
press it down. Do not
press too hard, or the
circulation in your
thumb will be re-
stricted and your
pulse will not be de-
tected. Next, raise your
thumb slightly until the heart-shaped indicator in
the CALS/FA CALS/PULSE display flashes
steadily. Hold your thumb at this level. After a few
seconds, three dashes will appear in the display
and then your heart rate will be shown. Hold your
thumb on the pulse sensor for another 15 seconds
for the most accurate reading.
If the displayed heart rate appears to be too high
or too low, or if your heart rate is not displayed, lift
your thumb off the pulse sensor and allow the dis-
play to reset. hen, press down again on the pulse
sensor as described above. Remember to stand
still while measuring your heart rate.
Adjust the incline of the treadmill as desired.
o change the incline,
press the top or bot-
tom of the incline con-
trol until the desired
incline level is
reached.
Turn off the power.
To turn off the power, simply wait for a few
minutes. If the walking belt is stationary and the
console buttons are not pressed for a few min-
utes, the power will turn off automatically. Remove
the key from the console.
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5
4
3
2
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Pulse Sensor
Mode Arrows

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL
HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE
Before folding the treadmill, unplug the power cord. Caution:
You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 k ) in order
to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
1. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown
at the right. To decrease the possibility of injury, bend
your le s and keep your back strai ht. As you raise
the treadmill, make sure to lift with your le s rather
than your back. Raise the treadmill about halfway to the
vertical position.
2. Move your right hand to the position shown and hold the
treadmill firmly. Raise the treadmill until the storage latch
closes over the catch. Make sure that the stora e latch
is closed fully over the catch.
To protect the floor or carpet from dama e, place a
mat under the treadmill. Keep the treadmill out of
direct sunli ht. Do not leave the treadmill in the stor-
a e position in temperatures above 85° Fahrenheit. Engaged
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Storage
Latch
Catch
HOW TO USE THE HAND WEIGHTS
o exercise your upper body as you walk on the treadmill,
hold the 1-pound weights at your sides or press the weights
above your head. o increase the intensity of your exercise,
use the 2-pound or 3-pound weights. he hand weights can
be stored in the weight rack.
WARNING: Do not use the hand wei hts at speeds faster
than a walk. Usin wei hts and not holdin the handrails
may compromise your ability to maintain your balance.
Exercises usin wei hts should be attempted only by
experienced users.
Weight
Rack