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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. 7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. 1. Before beginning any exercise program, consult your physician.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM® LE TOUR DE FRANCE® exercise bike. Cycling is an effective exercise for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, and toning the body. The LE TOUR DE FRANCE 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.
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 the product, call 1-800-445-2480. • In addition to the included tool(s), assembly requires the following tools: • Assembly requires two persons. one Phillips screwdriver • Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until you complete all assembly steps. one adjustable wrench Assembly may be easier if you have your own set of wrenches.
2. Attach the Rear Stabilizer (23) to the Base (1) with two 3/8" x 2 1/4" Screws (74). 2 74 1 23 3. Orient the Seat Post (3) as shown. 3 Loosen the indicated Post Knob (47) and pull it outward. Then, insert the Seat Post (3) into the Frame (2). 3 Move the Seat Post (3) upward or downward to the desired position, release the Post Knob (47) into an adjustment hole in the Seat Post, and then tighten the Post Knob. Make sure that the Post Knob is firmly engaged in an adjustment hole.
4. Orient the Seat Carriage (4) as shown. 4 3 Locate the Seat Knob (29) on the Seat Post (3). Loosen the Seat Knob and pull it downward. Then, insert the Seat Carriage (4) into the Seat Post. 70 29 4 Slide the Seat Carriage (4) to the desired position, release the Seat Knob (29) into one of the adjustment holes in the Seat Carriage, and then tighten the Seat Knob. Make sure that the Seat Knob is firmly engaged in an adjustment hole.
6. Orient the Handlebar (7) as shown. 6 92 81 While a second person holds the Handlebar (7) near the Handlebar Post (6), connect the Upper Wire (68) to the Lower Wire (69). 7 Insert the wires into the Handlebar Post (6). 68 Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the Handlebar (7) to the Handlebar Post (6) with a 5/16" x 3/4" Screw (92) and a 5/16" x 2 1/4" Screw (81). 69 6 Avoid pinching the wires 7. Orient the Handlebar Cover (8) as shown and hold it near the Handlebar (7).
9. Locate the Upper Wires (68) and the Extension Wire (101) inside the Handlebar (7). 9 7 While a second person holds the Console (9) near the Handlebar (7), connect the wires on the Console to the Upper Wires (68) and to the Extension Wire (101). Then, insert the wires into the Handlebar. 9 101 68 Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Slide the Console (9) onto the Handlebar (7). 94 Attach the Console (9) with four #8 x 5/8" Screws (94). Avoid pinching the wires 10.
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD A temporary adapter may be used to connect the power cord to a 2-pole receptacle as shown at the right if a properly grounded outlet is not available. This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. The power cord has a plug with a grounding pin.
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT POST 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. 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.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM While you exercise, the console will display continuous exercise feedback. You can also measure your heart rate using an optional heart rate monitor. FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers an array of features designed to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. The console features new iFit Live technology that enables the console to communicate with your wireless network.
HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER HOW TO SET UP THE CONSOLE IMPORTANT: If the exercise bike has been exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room temperature before turning on the power. If you do not do this, you may damage the console displays or other electrical components. Before using the exercise bike for the first time, set up your console. Plug in the power cord (see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 11). Next, locate the power switch on the frame near the power cord.
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 6. Follow your progress with the display. 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console. The display can show the following workout information. Press the Display button or the left, right, up, and down buttons to view the desired workout information. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 14. Calories (Cals)—This display mode will show the approximate number of calories you have burned. 2. Select the main menu.
Time—This display mode will show the elapsed time. 7. Wear a heart rate monitor and measure your heart rate if desired. Watts—This display will show your approximate power output in watts. You can wear an optional heart rate monitor to measure your heart rate. For more information about the optional heart rate monitor, see page 22. The wireless symbol at the top of the display will show the connection status of the console.
HOW TO USE AN ONBOARD WORKOUT The display will also show a map of the trail and a marker indicating your progress. Press the Display button repeatedly to view the map. 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console. At the end of the first segment of the workout, the incline will automatically adjust to the incline level for the next segment. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 14. 2. Select the main menu.
HOW TO USE AN IFIT LIVE WORKOUT Before some workouts will download, you must add them to your schedule on iFit.com. Note: To use an iFit Live workout, you must have access to a wireless network including an 802.11b/n router with SSID broadcast enabled (hidden networks are not supported). An iFit.com membership is also required. For more information about the iFit Live workouts, please see www.iFit.com.
HOW TO USE THE SETTINGS MODE The display will inform you when the console has connected to your wireless network. Press the Enter button to close the standard setup mode. The console features a settings mode that allows you to connect the console to your own wireless network and to log in to your iFit Live account. The settings mode also allows you to select the unit of measurement, to turn on and turn off the display demo mode, to turn on and turn off the incline lockout, and to select a gearing option.
4. Select a language. 7. Turn on or turn off the incline lockout. From the settings menu, select International. Then, select Language. The currently selected language will be highlighted. The console features an incline lockout that will prevent the exercise bike from inclining or declining. Select the desired language. Note: This feature may not be enabled. You can turn on or turn off the incline lockout. From the settings menu, select Incline Lockout.
HOW TO USE THE MAINTENANCE MODE 4. Restore the default settings. The console features a maintenance mode that allows you to update the console firmware, restore the default settings, view technical information, perform a network test, and calibrate the incline. From the maintenance menu, select Restore Defaults. Then, press Enter to restore the console to the original settings from the factory. 5. View technical information. 1. Select the settings mode. From the maintenance menu, select Technical Info.
HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM THE OPTIONAL HEART RATE MONITOR To play music or audio books through the console sound system while you exercise, plug the included audio cable into the jack on the console and into a jack on your MP3 player or CD player; make sure that the audio cable is fully plugged in. Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your cardiovascular system, the key to achieving the best results is to maintain the proper heart rate during your workouts.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Next, remove the #8 x 13mm Screw (88) from the Right Shield (12). Then, remove the #8 x 5/8" Screw (94) from the Left Shield (11). HOW TO MAINTAIN THE EXERCISE BIKE Inspect and tighten all parts of the exercise bike regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. Then, use a socket set to remove the two 1/4" Flange Nuts (99) from the Right Shield (12). To clean the exercise bike, use a damp cloth and a small amount of mild detergent.
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.
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 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 4 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 Model No. PFEX12911.0 R1111B Description Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. 93 94 95 96 97 98 2 9 10 4 2 1 Description Key No. Qty. #8 Star Washer #8 x 5/8" Screw #8 x 1/2" Screw M4 x 12mm Flange Screw #8 x 19mm Tek Screw Electronics Shield 99 100 101 * * 4 1 1 – – Description 1/4" Flange Nut M10 Locknut Extension Wire Assembly Tool User’s Manual Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. For information about ordering replacement parts, see the back cover of this manual. *These parts are not illustrated.
EXPLODED DRAWING Model No. PFEX12911.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual.
