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BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM® GT 95X exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effective exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, and toning the entire body. The GT 95X exercise cycle offers a selection of features designed to let you enjoy this healthful exercise in the convenience and privacy of your home. uct model number and serial number before contacting us. The model number is PFEX3096.0.
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 screwdriver . and Phillips Use the part drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly.
1. 1 To make assembly easier, read the information on page 4 before you begin assembling the exercise cycle. 66 65 44 Identify the Front Stabilizer (9), which is shorter than the Rear Stabilizer (not shown). While another person lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame with two M8 x 75mm Button Screws (44), two M8 Split Washers (66), and two M8 x 19mm Washers (65). 66 44 65 1 9 2. Orient the Seat Rail (2) as shown.
5. Slide the rear of the Frame (1) onto the Seat Rail (2). Attach the Frame with four M10 x 25mm Button Screws (50) and four M10 Split Washers (48). 5 1 48 2 48 50 6. Identify the Left Handlebar (35), which is marked with 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.
8. Apply a generous amount of the included grease to the Pivot Axle (40). Then, orient the Backrest Bracket (13) near the Seat Carriage (3) as shown. 8 13 Pull the Backrest Knob (32) and insert the Backrest Bracket (13) into the Seat Carriage (3). Then, release the Backrest Knob into one of the adjustment holes in the Backrest Bracket. Make sure the Backrest Knob is engaged in one of the adjustment holes.
11. Have another person hold the Upright (4) near the front of the Frame (1). Locate the wire tie (see the inset drawing) in the Upright. Tie the lower end of the wire tie to the Wire Harness (28). Next, pull the upper end of the wire tie upward out of the top of the Upright. Then, untie and discard the wire tie. 11 Avoid pinching the Wire Harness (28) during this step Attach the Upright (4) to the Frame (1) with three M8 x 15mm Screws (42). Be careful to avoid pinching the Wire Harness (28).
14. Identify the Left Pedal (26), which is marked with an “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 using the exercise cycle for one week, retighten the Pedals. For best performance, the Pedals must be kept tightened.
HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT HOW TO ADJUST THE BACKREST For effective exercise, the seat Seat should be in the proper position. As you pedal, there should be a slight bend in your knees when the pedals are in the most forward position. To Seat adjust the position Rail of the seat, first turn the seat carSeat riage knob counCarriage terclockwise two or Knob three turns to loosen it (if the knob is not loosened enough, it may scratch the seat rail).
FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE enhance your cardiovascular system while toning and strengthening your muscles. The cross training programs automatically control the resistance of the pedals and prompt you to perform a variety of strength exercises during your workout. Choose an upper body, lower body, or whole body cross training program for an effective workout. Note: The strength exercises require the use of the included dumbbells and an inflatable exercise ball (not included).
The center of the display—When you select the manual mode, the center of the display will show a track that represents 1/4 mile. As you exercise, indicators will appear in succession around the track until the entire track appears. The track will then disappear and the indicators will again begin to appear in succession. HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the display will light. 2 Select the manual mode.
5 Measure your heart rate if desired. 6 If there are sheets of clear plastic on Metal Contacts the metal contacts on the handgrip pulse sensor, remove the plastic. To measure your heart rate, hold the handgrip pulse sensor with your palms resting against the metal contacts. Avoid moving your hands or gripping the contacts too tightly. Turn on the fan if desired. To turn on the fan at Thumb Tab high speed, press the Fan button. To turn on the fan at low speed, press the button a second time.
automatically adjust to the setting for the second segment. Note: If all the indicators in the Current Segment column are lit, the resistance settings may move downward so that only the highest indicators appear. HOW TO USE A TRAINER PROGRAM 1 Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the display will light. 2 As you exercise, you will be prompted to keep your pedaling pace near the target speed setting for the current segment.
get speed setting may be programmed for two or more consecutive segments.) During other segments, the console will prompt you to perform strength exercises. HOW TO USE A CROSS TRAINING PROGRAM 1 Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. The displays for the cross training programs work in the same way as the display for the trainer programs (see step 3 on page 14). A moment after you turn on the console, the display will light.
4 Perform the first strength exercise when prompted. 5 Continue the cross training program. When you have performed the recommended number of repetitions, the words START PEDALING will appear in the display. To continue the cross training program, step onto the exercise cycle and start pedaling. the pedals will automatically adjust to the resistance level for the next segment.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the exercise cycle regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. With the left side shield removed, locate the Reed Switch (24). Turn the Crank (18) until the Magnet (19) is aligned with the Reed Switch. Next, loosen, but do not remove, the indicated Reed Switch Screw (49). Slide the Reed Switch slightly closer to or away from the Magnet, and then retighten the Screw. Turn the Crank for a moment.
CYCLING EXERCISE GUIDELINES The following guidelines will help you to plan your exercise program. Remember that proper nutrition and adequate rest are essential for successful results. During the first few minutes of exercise, your body uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy.
STRENGTH EXERCISE GUIDELINES through a variety of strength exercises. Consult a reputable book to find additional strength exercises. When you use a cross training program, you will be prompted to perform a specific number of repetitions. When you are not using a cross training program, begin with 12 repetitions for each exercise that you perform. (A “repetition” is one complete cycle of an exercise, such as one shoulder press.
SUGGESTED STRETCHES 1 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, backs of knees, and back. 2 2. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended.
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PART LIST—Model No. PFEX3096.0 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 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 4 2 1 1 Description R0607A Key No. Qty.
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