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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions before using the exercise cycle. 1. Read all instructions in this manual before using the exercise cycle. as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general. 2. Use the exercise cycle only as described in this manual. 11. Always keep your back straight when using the exercise cycle; do not arch your back. 3.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the new PROFORM® GR 90 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effective exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, and toning the entire body. The PROFORM GR 90 exercise cycle offers an impressive array of features to let you enjoy this healthful exercise in the convenience and privacy of your home. Department toll-free at 1-888-533-1333, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays).
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 requires the included tools and your own adjustable wrench screwdriver . and Phillips Use the drawings below to identify the small parts used for assembly. The number in parenthesis below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 21.
2. Orient the Front Stabilizer (15) as shown. While another person lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame with two M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolts (76) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (72). 2 76 15 1 72 3. Attach the Frame Rail (52) to the Frame (1) with two M8 x 19mm Button Screws (40) and two M8 Split Washers (55). Be careful to avoid damaging the Side Shields (26, 27). 3 27 40 55 52 26 4.
5. Orient the Seat Carriage Assembly (10) as shown. Attach the Seat Carriage Assembly to the Seat Bracket (11) with four M8 x 16mm Button Screws (61) and four M8 Split Washers (55). 5 3 Attach a Handlebar (3) to the Seat Bracket (11) with two M8 x 38mm Button Bolts (58) and two M8 Nylon Locknuts (49). Make sure that the Nylon Locknuts are resting in the hexagonal holes in the front of the Handlebar. 61 11 61 55 55 49 Attach the other Handlebar (3) to the Seat Bracket (11) in the same way.
. Push down the lever (not shown) on the right side of the Seat Carriage Assembly (10), slide the Seat Carriage Assembly into the Frame Rail (52), and then pull the lever back up. 8 56 51 Attach a Bumper (51) to the Frame Rail (52) with an M4 x 20mm Screw (56). Then, press the Frame Rail Endcap (50) into the end of the Frame Rail. 52 Lever 10 50 9. The Console (4) requires four 1.5V “D” batteries (not included); alkaline batteries are recommended. Remove the two battery covers from the Console.
11. Identify the Left Pedal (22), which is marked with an “L.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the Left Pedal counterclockwise into the left arm on the Pulley (29). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clockwise into the right arm on the Pulley. 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.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and effective. When the manual mode of the console is selected, the resistance of the pedals can be changed with the touch of a button. As you pedal, the console will provide continuous exercise feedback. You can even measure your heart rate using the built-in handgrip pulse sensor. In addition, the console offers six preset programs.
Note: The console can show speed and distance in either miles or kilometers. The letters MPH or KM/H will appear in the upper part of the left display to show which unit of measurement is selected. To change the unit of measurement, first hold down the Program button for a few seconds. An E (for English) or an M (for metric) will appear in the upper part of the left display. Press the Resistance + button to change the unit of measurement. Then, press the On/Reset button.
5 Measure your heart rate if desired. 6 If there are thin sheets of plastic on the metal contacts on the handgrip pulse sensor, Contacts peel off the plastic. Place your hands on the handgrip pulse sensor, with your palms on the upper contacts and your fingers touching the lower contacts. Avoid moving your hands. When your pulse is detected, the heart-shaped indicator in the upper part of the right display will begin to flash each time your heart beats.
plays will pause and the time will flash. If you continue pedaling after the program is completed, the displays will continue to show exercise feedback. HOW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM 1 Turn on the console. See step 1 on page 11. 2 4 Throughout the program, the pace guide in the upper part of the left display will prompt you to increase or decrease your pedaling pace.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER Note: If your stereo has an RCA-type AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If your stereo has a 1/8” LINE OUT jack, see instruction B. If your stereo has only a PHONES jack, see instruction C. To use iFIT.com CDs, the exercise cycle must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, or computer with CD player. See pages 14 and 15 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Note: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the LINE OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. Note: If your computer has a 1/8” LINE OUT jack, see instruction A. If your computer has only a PHONES jack, see instruction B. A. Plug one end of a 1/8” to RCA stereo audio cable (available at electronics stores) into the jack beneath the console.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR B. Plug one end of a 1/8” to RCA stereo audio cable (available at electronics stores) into the jack beneath the console. Plug the other end of the cable into an RCA Y-adapter (available at electronics stores). Next, remove the wire that is currently plugged into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR and plug the wire into the unused side of the Yadapter. Plug the Y-adapter into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR. Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below.
your workout. Simply follow your personal trainer’s instructions. HOW TO USE IFIT.COM CD AND VIDEO PROGRAMS The program will function in almost the same way as a preset program (see steps 3 and 4 on page 13). However, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the resistance of the pedals and/or the pace guide is about to change. To use iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, the exercise cycle must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, computer with CD player, or VCR.
6 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE When you start the program, an on-screen countdown will begin. Our Web site at www.iFIT.com allows you to play iFIT.com programs directly from the internet. To use programs from our Web site, the exercise cycle must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 15. In addition, you must have an internet connection and an internet service provider. A list of specific system requirements is found on our Web site.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the exercise cycle regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. HOW TO LEVEL THE EXERCISE CYCLE After the exercise cycle has been moved to the location where it will be used, make sure that both ends of front stabilizer are Leveling touching the floor. Foot If the exercise cycle rocks slightly during use, turn one or both of the leveling feet under the front stabilizer until the rocking motion is eliminated.
CONDITIONING 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.
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