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USERÕS MANUAL
Model No. 831.288230
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HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE C
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN ¨ Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM 900L Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding exercise cycle. The PROFORM 900L blends holidays). To help us assist you, please mention the advanced engineering with contemporary styling to product model number and serial number when call- provide you with a low-impact workout in the conve- ing. The model number is 831.288230. The serial nience and privacy of your own home. number can be found on a decal attached to the PROFO
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ASSEMBLY Place all parts of the exercise cycle in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench , a phillips screwdriver , and two adjustable wrenches . 1. Pivot the Scissor Frame (3) and the Frame (1) to 1 the position shown. Insert the ÒLÓ Pin (56) through 56 one side of Scissor Frame using the indicated holes 52 and secu
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4. Slide the Handlebar Collars (12) onto the 4 Handlebars (6). Attach the Handlebars to the Scissor Frame (3) with eight M5 x 12mm Screws (19). Next, slide the Handlebar Collars down over 6 the Screws. 12 12 19 19 3 5. The Console (48) requires two AA batteries (not 5 included). Alkaline batteries are recommended. Refer to the inset drawing. Remove the battery door from the Console. Press two batteries into the bat- tery compartment. Make sure that the negative Console ends of the batteries (m
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HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE CYCLE HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSOLE For effective The console features five modes that provide instant exercise, the exercise feedback during your workouts. The modes Seat (21) should are described below. be at the proper height. As you ¥ SpeedÑDisplays 20 21 pedal, there Display your pedaling should be a speed, in miles 16 slight bend in per hour. your knees when the pedals ¥ TimeÑDisplays 1 are in the lowest the elapsed time. position. To Note: If y
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Speed, time, 3. To reset the display, press the on/reset button. distance or calorie modeÑ 4. To turn off the power, simply wait for about four min- To select one utes. Note: The monitor has an Òauto-offÓ fea- of these ture. If the pedals are not moved and the moni- modes for con- tor buttons are not pressed for four minutes, tinuous display, the power will turn off automatically in order to press the conserve the batteries. mode button repeatedly. The mode indicators will show which mode is se
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HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH first be removed. Refer to the instructions on page 7 and remove the left side shield. 10 Next, turn the resistance knob to 40 38 53 the lowest setting. Locate and open 8 the Strap Clamp 15 (38). Grip the end 53 of the Resistance 40 Strap (15) and 7 pull it up slightly. While holding the end of the Resistance Strap, fully close the Strap Clamp. Turn the Crank (53) for a If the console does not display correct feedback, the moment to make sure that there is not too
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CONDITIONING GUIDELINES The following guidelines will help you to plan your During the first few minutes of exercise, your body exercise program. Remember that proper nutrition uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for ener- and adequate rest are essential for successful results. gy. Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the lo
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Training zone exercise, consisting of 20 to 30 min- EXERCISE FREQUENCY utes of exercising with your heart rate in your training zone. (During the first few weeks of your exercise pro- To maintain or improve your condition, plan three work- gram, do not keep your heart rate in your training outs each week, with at least one day of rest between zone for longer than 20 minutes.) workouts. After a few months of regular exercise, you may complete up to five workouts each week, if A cool-down, with 5
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EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No. 831.288230 R1098A 22 53 9 26 4 37 53 21 6 48 33 51 29 30 31 8 47 27 32 17 35 16 54 39 28 20 45 7 35 43 12 41 55 13 18 42 34 44 57 19 2 58 5 57 11 19 1 13 56 39 38 50 36 52 15 34 3 7 10 39 13 49 39 40 7 14 46 5 23 13 25 7 24 23 11
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¨ The model number and serial number of your PROFORM 900L are listed on a decal attached to the frame. See the front cover of Model No. 831.288230 this manual to find the location of the decal. All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or QUESTIONS? special order when you visit your nearest SEARS Service Center. To request service or to order parts by telephone, call the toll-free If you find that: numbers listed at the left. ¥ you need help assembling or ¨ When requesting help
