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TABLE OF CONTENTS WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical exerciser before using your elliptical exerciser. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product. 8. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when exercising; do not wear loose clothes that could become caught on your elliptical exerciser.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for purchasing the PROFORM® 480 LE elliptical exerciser. The 480 LE elliptical exerciser provides an array of features designed to make your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable. cover of this manual. To help us assist you, note the product model number and serial number before contacting us. The model number and the location of the serial number decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.
ASSEMBLY To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser, call 1-800-445-2480. Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the included tool(s), assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver wrench , and a rubber mallet .
1. To make assembly easier, read the information on page 5 before you begin. 1 82 While another person lifts the Base (1), attach the Front Stabilizer (6) to the Base with two M10 x 80mm Carriage Bolts (82) and two M10 Locknuts (81). 6 81 81 2. Remove the indicated screw and the shipping bracket from the Base (1). Discard the screw and the shipping bracket. 1 2 Next, tighten the Base Foot (26) into the Base (1).
3. Attach the Rear Stabilizer (7) to the Frame (2) with two M10 x 127mm Button Screws (83). 3 83 Next, hold the handle on the Frame (2), press the Latch Button (68), and lower the Frame until the Rear Stabilizer (7) rests on the floor. 7 Handle 2 68 4. Hold a Hub Cover (75) and a Crank Arm (36) against the left Crank Hub (38). Align the holes in the Hub Cover (75) and the Crank Arm (36) with the unused holes in the left Crank Hub.
5. While another person holds the Upright (3) near the Base (1), connect the Upper Wire Harness (48) to the Lower Wire Harness (49). 5 Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Insert the Upright (3) into the Base (1). Attach the Upright with an M8 x 69mm Button Bolt (80), an M8 Split Washer (90), and an M8 Jam Nut (79). Do not tighten the Button Bolt yet; make sure that the Jam Nut is in the hexagonal hole in the Base.
7. The Console (5) can use four D batteries (not included); alkaline batteries are recommended. IMPORTANT: If the Console has been exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room temperature before inserting batteries. Otherwise, you may damage the console displays or other electronic components. Remove the battery cover, insert the batteries into the battery compartment, and reattach the battery cover. Make sure to orient the batteries as shown by the diagram inside the battery compartment.
9. Identify the Left Upper Body Arm (8) and the Left Upper Body Leg (11), which are marked with “Left” stickers, and orient them as shown. 9 Insert the Left Upper Body Arm (8) into the Left Upper Body Leg (11). 9 8 Attach the Left Upper Body Arm (8) with two M8 x 41mm Button Bolts (78) and two M8 Jam Nuts (79). Make sure that the Jam Nuts are in the hexagonal holes in the Left Upper Body Leg (11).
. Hold the Left Front Handlebar Cover (18) and the Left Rear Handlebar Cover (19) around the Left Upper Body Leg (11). 11 Attach the Handlebar Covers (18, 19) with three M4 x 32mm Round Head Screws (105). Attach the Right Front Handlebar Cover (20) and the Right Rear Handlebar Cover (21) in the same way. 20 105 18 12. Identify the Left Pedal (13) and the Left Pedal Arm (14), which are marked with “Left” stickers.
13. Apply a small amount of grease to one of the Pedal Arm Axles (32). Next, slide an M8 Washer (88) and a Pedal Arm Cover (31) onto an M8 x 23mm Shoulder Screw (115), and turn the Shoulder Screw a few turns into the Pedal Arm Axle (32). 13 11 While another person holds the front end of the Left Pedal Arm (14) inside the bracket on the Left Upper Body Leg (11), insert the Pedal Arm Axle (32) into both parts.
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO FOLD AND UNFOLD THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER To move the elliptical exerciser, first fold it as described at the left. Next, stand in front of the elliptical exerciser, hold the handle on the upright, and place one foot against the center of the front stabilizer. Pull the handle until the elliptical exerciser will roll on the front wheels. Carefully move the elliptical exerciser to the desired position, and then lower it.
HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER To mount the elliptical exerciser, hold the handlebars and step onto the pedal that is in the lowest position. Next, step onto the other pedal. Push the pedals until they begin to move with a continuous motion. Handlebars Note: The crank arms can turn in either direction. It is recommended that you turn the crank arms in the direction shown by the arrow; however, for variety, you can turn the crank arms in the opposite direction.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The console features the iFit interactive workout system, which enables the console to accept iFit cards containing workouts designed to help you achieve specific fitness goals. For example, lose unwanted pounds with the 8-week Weight Loss workout. iFit workouts control the resistance of the pedals while the voice of a personal trainer coaches you through your workouts. iFit cards are available separately. To purchase iFit cards, go to www.iFit.
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE The lower right display can show your pedaling pace in revolutions per minute (rpm) and the resistance level of the pedals. The display will change modes every few seconds. The display will also show your heart rate when you use the handgrip pulse sensor (see step 5 on page 17). Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove the plastic. 1. Press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired. 6. Turn on the fan if desired. If there are sheets of clear Contacts plastic on the metal contacts on the handgrip pulse sensor, remove the plastic. In addition, make sure that your hands are clean. 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 tightly.
HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT During the workout, the target pacer coach will prompt you to keep your pedaling pace near the target pace setting for the current segment. When a left indicator lights, increase your pace; when a right indicator lights, decrease your pace. When the center indicator lights, maintain your current pace. IMPORTANT: The target pacer coach is intended only to provide a goal. Make sure to pedal at a pace that is comfortable for you. 1.
HOW TO USE A HEART RATE WORKOUT 5. Begin pedaling to start the workout. 1. Press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console. Heart rate workout 1 is divided into 40 oneminute segments. Note: For a shorter workout, stop exercising or select a different workout before the workout ends. See step 1 on page 16. 2. Select a heart rate workout. Heart rate workout 2 is divided into 30 oneminute segments. One target heart rate setting is programmed for each segment.
2. Insert an iFit card and select a workout. While you exercise, the target pacer coach will prompt you to maintain a constant pedaling speed. When a left indicator lights, increase your pace; when a right indicator lights, decrease your pace. When the center indicator lights, maintain your current pace. IMPORTANT: The target pacer coach is intended only to provide a goal. Make sure to pedal at a pace that is comfortable for you.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. To clean the elliptical exerciser, use a damp cloth and a small amount of mild soap. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the console, keep liquids away from the console and keep the console out of direct sunlight.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING: Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exercise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your body uses carbohydrate calories for energy. 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 the lowest number in your training zone.
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 2. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended.
PART LIST—Model No. PFEL04908.0 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 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 2 1 1 6 4 2 4 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 4 2 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 Description Key No. Qty.
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