Sears PRO-FORM GL36 User manual

GL36
Model No. 831,283120
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the
space above for reference.
•Assembly
•Operation
•Maintenance
•Part List and Drawing
BIKE EXERCISER
User's Manual
Patent Pending
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

GL36
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ............................................................. 3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ................................................................... 4
ASSEMBLY ........................................................................... 5
HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE ................................................. 9
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 20
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES ............................................................ 21
PART LIST ........................................................................... 22
EXPLODED DRAWING ................................................................. 23
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS ........................................... Back Cover
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ....................................................... Back Cover
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Congratulations for selectingthe new PROFORM ®
GL36 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effec-
tive exercisesfor increasingcardiovascularfitness,
buildingendurance, and toningthe entire body.The
PROFORM®GL36 exercise cycle offersan impressive
array of features to let you enjoythis healthfulexer-
cise in the convenience and privacyof your home.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the exercise cycle, If you have questions
after readingthis manual, call 1-80O-4-MY-HOME®
(1-800-469-4663). To help us assistyou, please note
the productmodel numberand serial number before
calling.The model numberis831.283120. The serial
numbercan be found on a decal attachedto the exer-
cise cycle(see the front cover ofthis manual).
Beforereadingfurther, please familiarizeyourselfwith
the partsthat are labeled in the drawingbelow.
HandgripPulse Sensor
Fan
Console
Water BottleHolder*
Handlebar
Seat FRONT
Adjustment Knob
Adjustment Knob
AdjustmentKnob
Pedal/Strap
-Wheel
REAR LevelingFoot
*No water bottleis included
RIGHT SIDE
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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts ofthe exemisecycle in aclearedarea and remove the packing
matedals. Do not dispose ofthe packing materialsuntilassembly iscompleted.
Assembly requires the included tools and your own adjustable wrench _and Phillips screw-
driver _-.
Use the part drawingsbelow to identifythe small parts used in assembly.The number in parenthesis below
each drawing refersto the key number of the part,from the PART LIST on page 22. The secondnumber refers
to the quantity needed for assembly.Note: Some small parts may have been prs-attached. If a part is not in
the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-attached.
Note: If a part is not in the parts bag, first checkto see if it has been pre-assembled. If a part is missing,
call toll-free 1-800-999-3756.
M8 Nylon MIO Black Nylon M8 Split M4 x16mm
Locknut (10)-6 Locknut (63)-4 Washer (70)-4 Screw (66)-6 M4 x 22mm
Screw (21)-2
M6 x 25.4mm Button
Screw (33)-1 M8 x 14mm Button Screw (49)-1 M8x 22mm Button Screw (74)-4
M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolt(65)-4
M8 x 39mm Button
Bolt(64)-2
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1. Identifythe FrontStabilizer (2). While another person
liftsthe frontof the Frame (1), attachthe Front
Stabilizerto the Frame with two M10 x 112mm
Carriage Bolts(65) and two M10 Black Nylon Locknuts
(63). Make sure that the Front Stabilizer is turned
so the Wheels (30) are not touching the floor.
2. While another person liltsthe rear ofthe Frame (1),
attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the Frame with two
M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolts(65) and two M10 Black
Nylon Locknuts (63).
3. While another person holds the Upright(13) in the
positionshown, connectthe Upper Wire Harness (36)
to the LowerWire Harness (35). Carefully pull the
upper end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove
any slack from the Wire Harnesses; make sure that
the connectors do not catch on the indicated rod.
Turnthe indicatedAdjustmentKnob(28) counterclock-
wise two or three turnsto loosenit. Next, pullthe Knob,
insertthe Upright(13) intothe Frame (1), and then
release the Knob. Be careful to avoid pinching the
Wire Harnesses (35, 36). Move the Upright up and
down slightly until the pin on the Knob snaps into
one of the holes in the Upright. Then, turnthe Knob
clockwiseuntil it istight.
Tightenthe M6 x 25.4mm ButtonScrew (33) intothe
Frame (1) and into the slot in the sideofthe Upright(13).
Attach the Water Bottle Holder(9) to the Upright(13)
withtwo M4 x 22mm Screws (21).
3
30
65
2
63
63 3
65
Make sure the
wire harnesses
do not get
pinched and
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this step.
21
Rod
1
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4. Slidethe two Handlebar Collars (7) ontothe Left
Handlebar (50). Insertthe Right Handlebar (51) into
the LeftHandlebar. Connect the Handlebar Collars, the
Left Handlebar, and the Right Handlebar with two M4 x
16mm Screws (66).
Attach the Handlebar Bracket (15) to the Left and
Right Handlebars (50, 51) with four M8 x 22mm Button
Screws (74).
Attach the Handlebar Bracket (15) to the Upright(13)
with two M8 x 39mm ButtonBolts(64), two M8 Nylon
Locknuts(10), and an M8 x 14mm ButtonScrew (49).
5. While another person holdsthe Console (16) inthe
positionshown, connectthe wire harness on the
Console tothe Upper Wire Harness (36). Insertthe
excess wire harness intothe Updght (13).
Attach the Console (16) to the Upright(13) with four
M4 x 16mm Screws (66). Be careful to avoid pinch-
ing the wire harnesses.
6. The Console (16) requiresfour "D" batteries(not
included);alkaline batteries are recommended. Pull
the battery drawer open. Insertfour batteriesintothe
battery drawer. Make sure that the batteries are ori-
ented as shown by the markings inside the battery
drawer. Closethe battery drawer. Note:When the bat-
teriesare installedcorrectly, the fanwillturnon for a
moment.
7. Turnthe indicatedAdjustmentKnob(28) counterclock-
wisetwo or three turnsto loosen it. Next, pullthe Knob,
insertthe Seat Post (5) intothe Frame (1), and then
release the Knob.Move the Seat Post up and down
slightly until the pin on the Knob snaps into one of
the holes in the Seat Post. Then, turnthe Knobclock-
wise untilitis tight.
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5
6
7
66
51
66 Wire
Harness
1\
16
Batteries
Drawer
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8. Attach the Seat (12) to the Seat Bracket (6) with four
M8 Nylon Locknuts(10) and four M8 SplitWashers
(70). Note: The Nylon Locknutsand the SplitWashers
may be pre-attached to the undersideof the Seat.
Tum the indicatedAdjustment Knob (28) counterclock-
wise two or three tums to loosenit. Next, pull the Knob,
slidethe Seat Bracket (6) intothe top ofthe Seat Post
(5), and then release the Knob.Move the Seat
Bracket forward and backward slightly until the pin
on the Knob snaps into one of the holes in the Seat
Bracket. Then, turnthe Knobclockwiseuntilit istight.
9. Identifythe LeftPedal (24), which ismarked with an
"L." Using an adjustablewrench, firmly tighten the
Left Pedal counterclockwiseintothe LeftCrank Arm
(42). "13ghtenthe Right Pedal (not shown)clockwise
intothe Right Crank Arm. Important: Tighten both
Pedals as firmly as possible. After using the exer-
cise cycle for one week, retighten the Pedals. For
best performance, the Pedals must be kept tight-
ened.
Adjustthe Left Pedal Strap (25) tothe desired position,
and press the end of the Pedal Strap onto the tab on
the LeftPedal (24). Adjustthe Right Pedal Strap (not
shown)in the same way.
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Tab
12
42
24
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1O.Makesure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise cycle. Note:After assemblyis
completed,some extraparts may be leftover.Place a mat beneath the exercisecycleto protectthefloor.
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HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT POST
For effectiveexer-
cise, the seat
shouldbe at the
proper height.As
you pedal, there
shouldbe a slight
bend in your knees Knob
when the pedals Post
are in the lowest
position.To adjust
the heightof the
seat, firstturnthe
indicatedknob counterclockwisetwoor three turnsto
loosen it(ifthe knobis not loosenedenough, it may
scratchthe seat post).Next, pullthe knob, slidethe
seat postto the desired height,and then release the
knob. Move the seat post up and down slightly until
the pin on the knob snaps into one of the holes in
the seat post. Then, turnthe knobclockwiseuntilitis
tight.
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT
The seat can be
adjustedtothe
positionthat isthe
mostcomfortable
for you. Before
adjusting the seat,
dismount the
exercise cycle; do
not adjust the
seat while you are
sitting on it. To
adjustthe seat, first
Seat
BrScketeat__
turn the indicated knob counterclockwisetwo or three
turnsto loosenit(ifthe knobis not loosenedenough, it
may scratchthe seat bracket). Next, pullthe knob,
slidethe seat tothe desired position,and then release
the knob. Move the seat bracket forward and back-
ward slightly until the pin on the knob snaps into
one of the holes in the seat bracket. Then, turnthe
knob clockwiseuntilitis tight.
HOW TO ADJUST THE UPRIGHT
The updghtcan be
adjustedto the
heightthat isthe
mostcomfortable for
you.To adjustthe
upright,firstturnthe
indicatedknob
counterclockwise
two or three turnsto
loosenit (ifthe knob Knob
is notloosened
enough, it may
scratchthe upright).
Next, pullthe knob,
slidethe uprightto
the desired height,
and then release
the knob. Move the upright up and down slightly
until the pin on the knob snaps into one of the
holes in the upright. Then, turnthe knobclockwise
untilitistight.
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS
To adjustthe pedal
straps,first pull the
ends ofthe straps
offthe tabs on the
pedals. Adjust the
strapsto the
desired position,
and press the ends
of the straps back
onto the tabs.
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Display Buttons
Button
BuRons
FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The advanced console offersaselectionof features
designed to make yourworkoutsmore enjoyableand
effective. When the manual mode ofthe console is
selected, the resistanceofthe pedalscan be changed
with the touch ofa button.As you pedal, the console
will providecontinuousexercisefeedback. You can
even measure yourheart rate usingthe built-inhand-
grip pulse sensor.
The consolealso offersfour Smart programs. Each pro-
gram automaticallychangesthe resistanceofthe ped-
als and promptsyouto increaseordecrease your pace
as itguidesyou throughaneffectiveworkout.
In addition,the consolefeatures two Heart Rate pro-
grams that changethe resistanceofthe pedalsand
prompt you to vary yourpace to keep yourheart rate
near a target heart rate as you exercise.
The console alsofeatures iFIT.cominteractivetechnol-
ogy.Having iFIT.comtechnologyis likehavinga per-
sonaltrainer in yourhome. Usinga stereo audiocable
(available at electronicsstores),you can connectthe
exercise cycletoyour home stereo, portablestereo,
computer,or VCR and play specialiFIT.comCD and
video programs(iFIT.comCDs and videocassettesare
available separately), iFIT.comCD and videoprograms
automaticallycontrolthe resistanceof the pedalsand
promptyou to vary your pace as a personaltrainer
coaches you throughevery step of yourworkout.High-
energy musicprovidesadded motivation.To purchase
iFIT,com CDs and videocassettes, call toll-free 1-
800-735-0768.
Withthe exercise cycleconnected to yourcomputer,
you can also go to ourWeb siteat www.iFIT.comand
access programsdirectlyfrom the intemet. Explore
www.iFIT.com for more information.
To use the manual mode of the console, see page
11.To use a Smart program, see page 13. To use a
Heart Rate program, see page 14. To use an
iFIT.com CD or videocassette, sea page 18. To use
a program directly from our Web site, see page 19.
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