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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on your exercise bike before using your exercise bike. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product. 1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of the exercise bike are adequately informed of all precautions. 9.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM® 300 SPX exercise bike. Cycling is an effective exercise for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, and toning the body. The 300 SPX exercise bike provides a selection of features designed to make your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable. reading this manual, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, note the product model number and serial number before contacting us.
ASSEMBLY • To hire an authorized service technician to assemble this product, call 1-800-445-2480. • Some parts may be preassembled. Extra parts may be included. • Assembly requires two persons. • In addition to the included tool(s), assembly requires the following tool(s): • Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until you nish all assembly steps. one adjustable wrench Assembly may be easier if you have a set of wrenches.
2. If there is a shipping bracket (not shown) on the front of the Frame (1), remove the two screws, the two washers, and the shipping bracket. Discard the screws, washers, and shipping bracket. 2 Orient the Front Stabilizer (8) so that the Wheels (21) are in the position shown. 21 34 Attach the Front Stabilizer (8) to the Frame (1) with two M8 x 90mm Carriage Bolts (34), two M8 Washers (33), and two M8 Acorn Nuts (53). 1 8 53 53 3. Identify the Right Pedal (35).
4. Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the front of the Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and pull it outward. Then, insert the Handlebar Post (4) into the Frame. 4 4 Move the Handlebar Post (4) upward or downward to the desired position, release the Adjustment Knob (23) into an adjustment hole in the Handlebar Post, and then tighten the Adjustment Knob. Make sure that the Adjustment Knob is firmly engaged in an adjustment hole. 23 1 5.
6. Orient the Seat Post (2) as shown. 6 Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the rear of the Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and pull it outward. Then, insert the Seat Post (2) into the Frame. 2 Slide the Seat Post (2) upward or downward to the desired position, release the Adjustment Knob (23) into an adjustment hole in the Seat Post, and then tighten the Adjustment Knob. Make sure that the Adjustment Knob is firmly engaged in an adjustment hole. 23 1 7. Orient the Seat Carriage (3) as shown.
8. Slide the Seat (22) onto the post on the Seat Carriage (3). Make sure that the Seat is level and that the nose of the Seat is pointing straight ahead. 8 22 Then, tighten the two nuts (only one nut is shown) beneath the Seat (22). Nut 3 9. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise bike. Note: Extra parts may be included. Place a mat beneath the exercise bike to protect the floor.
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE HOW TO ADJUST THE ANGLE OF THE SEAT HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT POST You can adjust the angle of the seat to the position that is most comfortable. You can also slide your seat forward or backward to increase your comfort or to adjust the distance to the handlebar. For effective exercise, the seat should be at the proper height. As you pedal, there should be a slight bend in your knees when the pedals are in the lowest position.
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS HOW TO LEVEL THE EXERCISE BIKE To tighten the pedal straps (see the drawing on page 4), simply pull the ends of the pedal straps. To loosen the pedal straps, press and hold the tabs on the buckles, adjust the pedal straps to the desired position, and then release the tabs.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES Aerobic Exercise—If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular system, you must perform aerobic exercise, which is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged periods of time. For aerobic exercise, adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the highest number in your training zone. WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician.
SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. 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, back of knees and back. 1 2. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended.
PART LIST Key No. Qty. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 1 1 4 3 1 2 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 6 1 2 Model No. PFEX82912.0 R1012B Description Key No. Qty. Frame Seat Post Seat Carriage Handlebar Post Handlebar Flange Nut Rear Stabilizer Front Stabilizer Brake Lever Felt Washer Resistance Knob Left Crank Arm ST4.
EXPLODED DRAWING Model No. PFEX82912.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual.
