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Model No. PFEX25121
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . .. . . . .. . . . .. .5 . . . . . . . . . . . HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERC
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau- tions before using the exercise cycle. 1. Read all instructions in this manual before caught on the exercise cycle. Always wear using the exercise cycle. athletic shoes when using the exercise cycle. 2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure 9. When connecting the link arms to the pedals, that all users of the exercise cycle are ade- make sure that the link arms are fully seated qua
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN ® Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, WHIRLWIND exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain most effective exercises for increasing cardiovascular Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, fitness, building endurance, and toning the entire please note the product model number and serial ® body. The PROFORM WHIRLWIND offers an array number before calling. The model numb
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ASSEMBLY 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 can be completed using the included tools; however, a rubber mallet is also recommended. Use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly. The number in parenthesis below each drawing refers to the key number of the part, from the PART LIST o
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2. Attach the Frame Extension (84) to the Frame (1) 2 with six M10 x 22mm Button Screws (80) and six M10 Split Washers (54). 1 80 Attach the other Stabilizer (19) to the Frame 54 64 Extension (84) with two M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolts 19 (65) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (64). 84 54 80 54 64 65 80 3. Attach the Seat (20) to the Seat Post (6) with four 3 M8 Nylon Locknuts (66) and four M8 Split Washers (81). Note: The Nylon Locknuts and Split Washers may be preattached to the Seat. 20 Turn the Seat K
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5. The Console (3) requires four “D” batteries (not 5 included); alkaline batteries are recommended. Press the tab on the battery cover, and lift off the battery cover. Insert four batteries into the battery Battery compartment. Make sure that the batteries are Cover oriented as shown by the diagram inside the battery compartment. Reattach the battery cover. Batteries 3 6. Refer to the inset drawing. Insert the T-handle (4) 6 Bookrack into the opening in the bottom of the Console (3) as shown.
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8. Slide the Left and Right Handlebars (7, 9) onto the 8 9 Handlebar Axle (33). Make sure that the 1 Handlebars are on the correct sides. 49 33 7 Using the included pedal tool, tap a Push Nut (78) onto each end of the Handlebar Axle (33). Make sure that the Push Nuts are turned as shown in 78 the inset drawing. (Note: It may be helpful if anoth- 49 er person holds a block of wood against one end of the Handlebar Axle while you tap a Push Nut onto the other end.) Then, tap a Large Axle Cap (49) o
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HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE HANDLEBAR OPERATION HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT For effective exer- The handlebars can be used in either the dual-action cise, the seat must Seat mode, for both upper-body and lower-body exercise, be at the proper or the stationary mode, for pedaling exercise only. height. As you pedal, there should Dual-action Mode be a slight bend in your knees when To convert the 1 the pedals are in handlebars to the lowest position. the dual- Seat To adjust the seat, action mode
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BATTERY INSTALLATION To reset the displays at any time, press the On/Reset button. The console requires four “D” batteries. To install bat- teries, refer to assembly step 5 on page 7. 3. Measure your heart rate, if desired. HOW TO OPERATE THE CONSOLE To measure your heart rate, Note: If there is a piece of clear plastic on the face of stop pedaling the console, remove it before operating the console. and place your thumb on the 1. To turn on the pulse sensor as power, press shown. The the On/R
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MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the exercise cycle regu- the M6 Nuts counterclockwise. Make sure that the fan larly. To clean the exercise cycle, use a damp cloth is straight, and then reattach the Left Guard, tighten the and mild detergent. Never use abrasives or solvents; Guard Fasteners, and reattach the Guard Clips. keep liquid away from the console. ADJUSTING THE REED SWITCH CONSOLE TROUBLESHOOTING If the console does not display correct feedback, the If the
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EXERCISE GUIDELINES Fat Burning WARNING: Before beginning To burn fat effectively, you must exercise at a relative- this or any exercise program, consult your ly low intensity level for a sustained period of time. physician. This is especially important for During the first few minutes of exercise, your body individuals over the age of35orindividuals uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for ener- withpre-existing health problems. gy. Only after the first few minutes of exercise does yo
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SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1 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, back of knees and back. 2. Hamstring Stretch 2 Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite fo
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EXPLODED DRAWING—Model No. PFEX25121 R0902A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 1 Frame 42 2 Pedal Spring 2 1 Upright 43 2 Pedal Bushing 3 1 Console 44 2 Pedal Spacer 4 1 T-handle 45 2 Link Arm Bushing 5 1 Fan 46 1 Seat Guide 6 1 Seat Post 47 1 Seat Post Bushing 7 1 Left Handlebar 48 1 Magnet 8 1 Left Handlebar Base 49 2 Large Axle Cap 9 1 Right Handlebar 50 2 Small Axle Cap 10 1 Right Handlebar Base 51 1 Fan Washer 11 2 Foam Grip 52 2 Eyebolt 12 2 Handlebar Endcap 53 2 M6 Nut 13
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EXPLODED DRAWING—Model No. PFEX25121 R0902A 35 76 12 3 77 53 38 11 52 14 4 37 77 74 37 53 5 38 51 9 52 56 57 36 78 80 39 49 61 80 54 58 54 34 10 55 73 13 55 34 54 45 35 54 73 66 55 24 34 33 16 2 71 12 27 79 30 44 23 11 31 68 42 43 32 65 34 62 26 41 29 21 28 70 67 19 20 7 64 34 62 34 78 50 30 21 49 40 64 28 63 48 1 64 59 61 60 56 57 50 80 69 54 75 21 25 73 64 67 8 54 54 18 19 66 41 26 79 80 58 71 64 68 45 54 42 54 73 44 69 15 69 43 80 24 21 65 17 23 72 69 72 6 22 27 72 46 47 69 66 15
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HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, simply call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please be prepared to give the following information when calling: • The MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFEX25121) ® • The NAME of the product (PROFORM WHIRLWIND exercise cycle) • The SERIAL NUMBER of the product (see the front cover of this manual) • The KEYNUMB
