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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 HOW T
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN ® Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM GT uct model number and serial number before contact- 95X exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effec- ing us. The model number is PFEX3096.0. The serial tive exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness, number can be found on a decal attached to the exer- building endurance, and toning the entire body. The cise cycle (see the front cover of this manual). GT 95X exercise cycle offers a selection of features designed to let
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ASSEMBLY To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the exercise cycle, call toll-free 1-800-445-2480. Assembly requires two persons. 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 tools and your own adjustable wrench and Phillips screwdriver . Use the part drawings below to identify the small parts
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1. 1 To make assembly easier, read the information on page 4 before you begin assembling the exercise cycle. 65 66 44 Identify the Front Stabilizer (9), which is shorter than 66 the Rear Stabilizer (not shown). While another person 44 lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame with two M8 x 75mm Button 65 1 Screws (44), two M8 Split Washers (66), and two M8 x 19mm Washers (65). 9 2. Orient the Seat Rail (2) as shown. Attach the Foot (17) 2 to the underside of t
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5. Slide the rear of the Frame (1) onto the Seat Rail (2). 5 Attach the Frame with four M10 x 25mm Button Screws (50) and four M10 Split Washers (48). 1 48 2 48 50 6. Identify the Left Handlebar (35), which is marked with 6 a sticker. Orient the Left Handlebar with the hexagonal holes facing upward. Attach the Left Handlebar to the Seat Carriage (3) with two M8 x 38mm Button Bolts (45) and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (47). Make sure the Nylon Locknuts are in the hexagonal holes. 36 47 Repeat this ste
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8. Apply a generous amount of the included grease to 8 the Pivot Axle (40). Then, orient the Backrest Bracket (13) near the Seat Carriage (3) as shown. 13 Pull the Backrest Knob (32) and insert the Backrest Bracket (13) into the Seat Carriage (3). Then, release 42 41 the Backrest Knob into one of the adjustment holes in 40 the Backrest Bracket. Make sure the Backrest Knob is engaged in one of the adjustment holes. 41 Grease 42 Slide the Pivot Axle (40) through the Backrest Bracket Adjustment (1
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11.Have another person hold the Upright (4) near the 11 front of the Frame (1). Locate the wire tie (see the inset drawing) in the Upright. Tie the lower end of the Avoid pinching the wire tie to the Wire Harness (28). Next, pull the upper 28 Wire Harness (28) end of the wire tie upward out of the top of the during this step Upright. Then, untie and discard the wire tie. 4 Attach the Upright (4) to the Frame (1) with three M8 x 15mm Screws (42). Be careful to avoid pinch- 42 42 ing the Wire Har
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14. Identify the Left Pedal (26), which is marked with an 14 “L.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the Left Pedal counterclockwise into the left arm of the Crank (18). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clockwise into the right arm of the Crank. Important: Tighten both Pedals as firmly as possible. After Strap using the exercise cycle for one week, retighten 26 the Pedals. For best performance, the Pedals must be kept tightened. 18 Adjust the strap on the Left Pedal (26) to the desire
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HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT HOW TO ADJUST THE BACKREST For effective exer- The backrest can be adjusted to any of three posi- cise, the seat tions: the inclined (upright) position, the semi-inclined Seat should be in the position, and the flat position. proper position. As you pedal, there To adjust the back- should be a slight rest, first adjust bend in your knees the seat to the when the pedals most forward posi- Backrest are in the most for- tion (see HOW TO ward
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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE enhance your cardiovascular system while toning and strengthening your muscles. The cross training pro- The advanced console offers an array of features grams automatically control the resistance of the ped- designed to make your workouts more effective and als and prompt you to perform a variety of strength enjoyable. exercises during your workout. Choose an upper body, lower body, or whole body cross training program for When you select the manual mode of the console, y
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The center of the HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE display—When you select the manual mode, the center of Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on 1 the display will show a the console. track that represents 1/4 mile. As you exercise, indicators will appear in A moment after you turn on the console, the dis- succession around the track until the entire track play will light. appears. The track will then disappear and the indicators will again begin to appear in succession. Select the manual mode.
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Measure your heart rate if desired. Turn on the fan if desired. 5 6 If there are sheets To turn on the fan at Thumb Tab of clear plastic on high speed, press the Metal Contacts the metal contacts Fan button. To turn on on the handgrip the fan at low speed, pulse sensor, press the button a remove the plastic. second time. To turn To measure your off the fan, press the heart rate, hold the button a third time. handgrip pulse sen- Note: If the pedals do sor with your palms not move for a few minute
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automatically adjust to the setting for the second HOW TO USE A TRAINER PROGRAM segment. Note: If all the indicators in the Current Segment column are lit, the resistance settings Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on may move downward so that only the highest indi- 1 the console. cators appear. A moment after you turn on the console, the dis- As you exercise, you will be prompted to keep play will light. your pedaling pace near the target speed setting for the current segment. When the
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get speed setting may be programmed for two or HOW TO USE A CROSS TRAINING PROGRAM more consecutive segments.) During other seg- ments, the console will prompt you to perform Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on strength exercises. 1 the console. The displays for the cross training programs work in the same way as the display for the trainer pro- A moment after you turn on the console, the dis- grams (see step 3 on page 14). play will light. As you exercise, you will be prompted to keep
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Perform the first strength exercise when Continue the cross training program. 4 5 prompted. When you have performed the recommended When the first strength exercise segment begins, number of repetitions, the words START PEDAL- the name of the first strength exercise will appear ING will appear in the display. To continue the in the display for a few seconds. The time will cross training program, step onto the exercise pause and flash in the display. Next, the display cycle and start pedaling.
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MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the exercise With the left side shield removed, locate the Reed cycle regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. Switch (24). Turn the Crank (18) until the Magnet (19) is aligned with the Reed Switch. Next, loosen, but do To clean the exercise cycle, use a damp cloth and a not remove, the indicated Reed Switch Screw (49). small amount of liquid dish soap. Important: To Slide the Reed Switch slightly closer to or away
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CYCLING EXERCISE 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 th
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STRENGTH EXERCISE GUIDELINES through a variety of strength exercises. Consult a rep- utable book to find additional strength exercises. When WARNING: Before beginning any you use a cross training program, you will be prompt- exercise program, consult your physician. ed to perform a specific number of repetitions. When This is especially important for persons over you are not using a cross training program, begin with the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing 12 repetitions for each exercise tha
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SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. 1 Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings, backs of 2 knees, and back. 2. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite
