www.proform.com Model No. PFEX52715.0 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal (under frame) ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY To register your product and activate your warranty today, go to www.proformservice.com/ registration. CUSTOMER CARE For service at any time, go to www.proformservice.com. Or call 1-888-533-1333 Mon.–Fri. 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MT Sat. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. MT Please do not contact the store.
TABLE OF CONTENTS WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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. 9.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM® 235 CSX exercise bike. Cycling is an effective exercise for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, and toning the body. The 235 CSX 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. • To identify small parts, see page 6. 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 finish all assembly steps. one adjustable wrench Assembly may be easier if you have a set of wrenches.
3. Set a sturdy piece of packing material under the Frame (1). 3 44 2 Orient the Front Stabilizer (2) as indicated by the sticker. Attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame (1) with two M10 x 68mm Screws (44). Then, remove the packing material. 1 4. Orient the Upright (4) as shown. 4 Tip: Avoid pinching the Main Wire (41). Attach the Upright (4) to the Frame (1) with four M8 x 16mm Screws (60); start all the Screws, and then tighten them. Wire Tie Next, locate the wire tie in the Upright (4).
5. Orient the Rear and Front Upright Covers (19, 20) as shown. 5 Press the Rear and Front Upright Covers (19, 20) together around the Upright (4), and join them with two M4 x 12mm Screws (57). 20 Then, press the Rear and Front Upright Covers (19, 20) downward onto the Left and Right Shields (21, 22). 4 57 19 57 6. Attach the Seat Frame (14) to the Seat Carriage (11) with two M6 x 40mm Screws (51).
7. Attach the Seat (12) to the Seat Carriage (11) and the Seat Frame (14) with four M6 x 40mm Screws (51); start all the Screws, and then tighten them. 7 12 11 14 51 8. Orient the Seat Handlebar (18) as indicated by the sticker. 8 Attach the Seat Handlebar (18) to the Seat Frame (14) with four M8 x 38mm Screws (61); start all the Screws, and then tighten them.
9. Attach the Backrest (13) to the Seat Frame (14) with four M6 x 40mm Screws (51); start all the Screws, and then tighten them. 9 13 14 51 51 10. Orient the Handlebar (6) as shown. 10 Tip: Avoid pinching the Pulse Wire (58). Attach the Handlebar (6) to the Upright (4) with two M8 x 18mm Screws (42).
11. The Console (5) can use four D batteries (not included); alkaline batteries are recommended. Do not use old and new batteries together or alkaline, standard, and rechargeable batteries together. IMPORTANT: If the Console has been exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room temperature before you insert batteries. Otherwise, you may damage the console displays or other electronic components.
. Identify the Right Pedal (29). 13 Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the Right Pedal (29) clockwise into the right arm of the Crank (40). Firmly tighten the Left Pedal (not shown) counterclockwise into the Left Crank Arm (not shown). IMPORTANT: You must turn the Left Pedal counterclockwise to attach it. 40 Strap 29 Tab Adjust the strap on the Right Pedal (29) to the desired position, and press the end of the strap onto the tab on the Right Pedal.
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT CARRIAGE HOW TO LEVEL THE EXERCISE BIKE For effective exercise, the 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. If the exercise bike rocks slightly on your floor during use, turn one or both of the leveling feet beneath the front stabilizer until the rocking motion is eliminated.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE You can even connect your MP3 player or CD player to the console sound system and listen to your favorite music or audio books while you exercise. The advanced console offers an array of features designed to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. To use the manual mode, see page 16. To use a preset workout, see page 17. To use the sound system, see page 18. To use the settings mode, see page 18.
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE The upper display—This display will show your pedaling speed in revolutions per minute (RPM) and your power output in watts. The display will change every few seconds. 1. Turn on the console. Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the console. When you turn on the console, the displays will turn on, a tone will sound, and the console will be ready for use.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired. HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT If there are sheets of plastic on the metal contacts on the handgrip heart rate monitor, remove the plastic. In addition, make sure that your hands are clean. To measure Contacts your heart rate, hold the handgrip heart rate monitor with your palms resting against the contacts. Avoid moving your hands or gripping the contacts tightly. 1. Turn on the console. Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the console.
The target zone will be shown in the target Target meter display. The Zone space between the flashing bars represents the watts target or the speed target for the segment; the solid bars represent your actual watts output or your actual pedaling speed. HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM As you exercise, keep your watts output or your pedaling speed within the target zone for the current segment by increasing or decreasing your pedaling speed or by increasing or decreasing the resistance of the pedals.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE Locate the Reed Switch (35). Turn the Crank (40) until a Magnet (39) is aligned with the Reed Switch. Loosen, but do not remove, the two indicated M4 x 12mm Flange Screws (36). Slide the Reed Switch slightly closer to or away from the Magnet, and then retighten the Flange Screws. Regular maintenance is important for optimal performance and to reduce wear. Inspect and properly tighten all parts each time the exercise bike is used.
HOW TO ADJUST THE DRIVE BELT See the EXPLODED DRAWING on page 23. Remove all of the screws from the Left and Right Shields (21, 22); there are two sizes of screws in the shields—note which size of screw you remove from each hole. Then, gently remove the Right Shield. If the pedals slip while you are pedaling, even while the resistance is adjusted to the highest level, the drive belt may need to be adjusted.
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.
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 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 1 Model No. PFEX52715.0 R0715A Description Key No. Qty.
52 52 54 61 51 21 61 52 54 14 51 12 26 52 51 3 75 18 66 64 52 13 66 52 28 8 69 68 10 51 52 44 66 30 67 34 65 70 77 67 73 11 26 1 52 32 35 33 36 52 71 68 72 76 45 31 48 50 46 55 67 74 16 49 37 67 55 68 38 66 50 75 51 68 62 68 67 76 68 17 39 22 40 39 47 38 41 15 27 6 7 52 2 58 42 8 5 52 53 44 53 53 53 27 56 9 23 19 53 57 43 4 24 25 29 59 57 60 63 20 EXPLODED DRAWING Model No. PFEX52715.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual.
