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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. 8.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM® 5.0 ES exercise bike. Cycling is an effective exercise for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, and toning the body. The 5.0 ES exercise bike provides an impressive 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.
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART Use the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. The number in parentheses below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The number following the key number is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preassembled. Extra parts may be included.
ASSEMBLY • To hire an authorized service technician to assemble this product, call 1-800-445-2480. • Left parts are marked “L” or “Left” and right parts are marked “R” or “Right.” • To watch an assembly video, go to http://productvideo.co/ assembly/proform or use your mobile phone or smartphone to read the QR code at the right. • To identify small parts, see page 5.
3. Loosen the Seat Post Knob (27) in the Frame (1) a few turns. 3 Orient the Seat Post (6) as shown. Then, insert the Seat Post into the Frame (1). Adjustment Holes 6 Slide the Seat Post (6) upward or downward to the desired position, and tighten the Seat Post Knob (27) into an adjustment hole in the Seat Post. 1 Move the Seat Post (6) upward or downward slightly to make sure that the Seat Post Knob (27) is engaged in one of the adjustment holes in the Seat Post. 4.
5. Remove the Seat Knob (26) from the Seat Carriage (24). Hold the Seat Bracket (30) inside the Seat Carriage to prevent it from moving. 5 Next, set the Seat Carriage (24) on the Seat Post (6). Insert the Seat Knob (26) upward into the Seat Post, and tighten the Seat Knob into the Seat Bracket (30) inside the Seat Carriage. 30 24 6 26 6. While a second person holds the Handlebar (5) near the Upright (4), insert the Pulse Wire (61) into the hole in the Upright and pull it out of the top of the Upright.
7. While a second person holds the Console (13) near the Upright (4), connect the console wires to the Extension Wire (59) and to the Pulse Wire (61). 7 13 Avoid pinching the wires Insert the excess wire into the Upright (4) or into the Console (13). 61 59 4 Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the Console (13) to the Upright (4) with four M4 x 16mm Screws (43). 43 43 8. Orient the Upright (4) assembly and the Pivot Cover (12) as shown. 8 Slide the Pivot Cover (12) upward to the Handlebar (5).
9. Slide the Front Shield Cover (7) upward onto the Upright (4). 9 While a second person holds the Upright (4) near the Frame (1), connect the Extension Wire (59) to the Main Wire (58). Avoid pinching the wires 7 Insert the Upright (4) into the Frame (1). Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the Upright (4) with four M8 x 16mm Screws (65) and four M8 Split Washers (64). 4 59 64 1 Slide the Front Shield Cover (7) downward to the Frame (1) and press it into place. 65 58 64 65 64 10.
. Plug the Power Adapter (67) into the receptacle on the frame of the exercise bike. 11 Note: To plug the Power Adapter (67) into an outlet, see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER ADAPTER on page 12. 67 12. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise bike. Note: Extra parts may be included. Place a mat under the exercise bike to protect the floor or carpet.
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER ADAPTER To adjust the seat, first loosen the seat post knob a few turns. Next, slide the seat Knob post upward or downward to the desired position, and then tighten the knob into an adjustment hole in the seat post. Move the seat post upward or downward slightly to make sure that the knob is engaged in one of the adjustment holes in the seat post.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE With the iFit Live mode, you can download personalized workouts, create your own workouts, track your workout results, race against other iFit Live users, and access many other features. To purchase an iFit Live module at any time, go to www.iFit.com or call the telephone number on the front cover of this manual. The advanced console offers an array of features designed to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable.
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE Distance (Dist.)—This display mode will show the distance that you have pedaled in miles or kilometers. 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console. Pulse—This display mode will show your heart rate when you use the handgrip heart rate monitor (see step 5). When you turn on the console, the display will turn on. The console will then be ready for use. 2. Select the manual mode. Resistance (Resist.
Press the Home button to return to the default menu (see HOW TO CHANGE CONSOLE SETTINGS on page 20 to set the default menu). If necessary, press the Home button again. When your pulse is detected, a heart symbol in the calorie display will flash each time your heart beats, one or two dashes will appear, and then your heart rate will be shown. For the most accurate heart rate reading, hold the contacts for at least 15 seconds.
HOW TO USE AN ONBOARD WORKOUT the profile will begin to flash. If a different resistance level and/or target speed is programmed for the next segment, the resistance level and/or target speed will appear in the display for a few seconds to alert you. The resistance of the pedals will then change. 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console. When you turn on the console, the display will turn on. The console will then be ready for use.
HOW TO USE A SET-A-GOAL WORKOUT Note: If you manually change the resistance during a calorie goal workout, the length of the workout will adjust automatically to ensure that you meet your calorie goal. 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console. When you turn on the console, the display will turn on. The console will then be ready for use. Note: The calorie goal is an estimate of the number of calories that you will burn during the workout.
HOW TO USE AN IFIT LIVE WORKOUT Press the Map button, the Train button, or the Lose Wt. button to download the next workout of that type in your schedule. 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console. Press the Compete button to compete in a race that you have previously scheduled. When you turn on the console, the display will turn on. The console will then be ready for use. Press the Track button to re-run a recent iFit Live workout from your schedule.
6. Follow your progress with the display. 8. When you are finished exercising, the console will turn off automatically. See step 4 on page 14. See step 6 on page 15. The My Trail tab will show a map of the trail you are walking or running or it will show a track and the number of laps you complete. For more information on the iFit Live mode, go to www.iFit.com. During a competition workout, the Compete tab will show your progress in the race.
HOW TO CHANGE CONSOLE SETTINGS If no module is connected, the display will show the words NO IFIT MODULE. If no module is connected, go to step 10. The console features a user mode that allows you to view usage information, select a unit of measurement, and adjust the contrast level of the display. 6. Select an audio setting for the voice of the personal trainer if desired.
FCC INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the exercise bike regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. Locate the Reed Switch (57). Loosen, but do not remove, the two M4 x 13mm Flange Screws (63). To clean the exercise bike, 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.
HOW TO ADJUST THE DRIVE BELT Rotate the right Pedal Disc (17) clockwise to release it from the Right Shield (10). Then, carefully work the left Pedal Disc off the Right Crank Arm (19). If you can feel the pedals slip while you are pedaling, even when the resistance is adjusted to the highest level, the drive belt may need to be adjusted. See the EXPLODED DRAWING near the end of this manual and remove the M4 x 19mm Screws (44) and the M4 x 25mm Screws (62) from the Right and Left Shields (10, 11).
EXERCISE GUIDELINES 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. 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 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 2 1 1 6 2 2 1 1 Model No. PFEX52912.0 R0712A Description Key No. Qty.
EXPLODED DRAWING Model No. PFEX52912.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual.