Model No. PFEVEL2786.0 Serial No. USER'S MANUAL Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are committed to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if there are missing or damaged parts, please call: 08457 089 009 Or write: ICON Health & Fitness, Ltd. Unit 4 Revie Road Industrial Estate Revie Road, Beeston Leeds, LS11 8JG UK email: csuk@iconeurope.com CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM® 470 HR low-impact elliptical exerciser. The 470 HR is an incredibly smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a natural elliptical path, minimizing the impact on your knees and ankles. Welcome to a whole new world of natural, elliptical-motion exercise. tions after 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. The model number is PFEVEL2786.
ASSEMBLY 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. Assembly requires a phillips screwdriver and a rubber mallet . , an adjustable wrench , See 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 on page 22.
1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (2), which has Transport Wheels (29) attached to it. Attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame (1) with two M8 x 3 1/2" Carriage Bolts (51), two M8 Arc Washers (54), and two M8 Cap Nuts (24). 1 29 51 24 54 1 2 29 54 24 2. With the help of another person, raise the Frame (1) up onto its front end. While the other person holds the Frame, attach the Rear Stabilizer (20) to the Frame with two M8 x 3 3/8" Button Screws (42).
4. The Console (22) requires four “AA” batteries; alkaline batteries are recommended. Remove the battery cover from the back of the Console and insert four batteries into the Console; make sure that the batteries are oriented as shown by the diagram inside the Console. Then, reattach the battery cover. 4 Battery Cover 22 5. While another person holds the Console (22) near the top of the Upright (3), connect the console wire to the Upper Wire (75).
. Slide a Pedal Tube Cover (78) onto the Right Handlebar Leg (71). 7 Apply a thin film of the included grease to the parts shown at the right. Next, attach the Right Pedal Tube (64) to the Right Handlebar Leg (71) with an M6 x 2 1/2" Button Shoulder Bolt (40), an M6 Washer (55), and an M6 Nylon Locknut (56). 71 5 78 4 56 Repeat this step to attach the Left Pedal Tube (4) to the Left Handlebar Leg (5). 55 Grease Grease 40 64 8.
10. Attach a Right Rear Pivot Cover (72) and a Right Front Pivot Cover (73) around the right Handlebar (6) and the Right Handlebar Leg (71) with six M4 x 1/2" Screws (49). 10 6 6 49 Repeat this step for the left Handlebar (6) and the Left Handlebar Leg (5). 73 49 49 72 49 71 5 11. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical exerciser are properly tightened. Note: Some hardware may be left over after assembly is completed.
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER Due to the size and weight of the elliptical exerciser, moving it requires two persons. Stand in front of the elliptical exerciser, hold the upright, and place one foot against one of the transport wheels. Pull on the upright and have a second person lift the base until the elliptical exerciser will roll on the transport wheels.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The console offers a selection features designed to make your workouts more effective. When you use the manual mode of the console, you can change the resistance of the pedals with the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will provide continuous exercise feedback. You can even monitor your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sensor. (For information about the optional chest pulse sensor, see page 19.
The third section of the display will show the approximate number of calories you have burned 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. HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 Turn on the console. To turn on the console, press any button or begin pedaling. The display will light and the console will be ready for use. 2 Select the manual mode.
As you exercise, the display will prompt you to keep your pedaling pace near the pace setting for the current segment. When the word “faster” appears in the display, increase your pace. When the word “slower” appears, decrease your pace. When the center of the target flashes, maintain your current pace. HOW TO USE A SMART PROGRAM 1 Turn on the console. To turn on the console, press any button or begin pedaling. The display will light and the console will be ready for use. 2 Select a smart program.
If you select the second heart rate program, the target heart rate setting for the program will appear in the display. Use the Increase and Decrease buttons to change the target heart rate setting, if desired (see EXERCISE INTENSITY on page 20). Note: The same target heart rate setting will be used for the entire program. HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM 1 Turn on the console. To turn on the console, press any button or begin pedaling. The display will light and the console will be ready for use.
Both heart rate programs—As you pedal, the console will regularly compare your heart rate to the target heart rate setting. If your heart rate is too far below or above the target heart rate, the resistance of the pedals will automatically increase or decrease to bring your heart rate closer to the target heart rate setting. HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR OR COMPUTER To use iFIT.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note: If your stereo has an RCA-type AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If your stereo has a 3.5mm LINE OUT jack, see instruction B. If your stereo has only a PHONES jack, see instruction C. 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. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR Note: If your computer has a 3.5mm LINE OUT jack, see instruction A. If your computer has only a PHONES jack, see instruction B. Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the AUDIO OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. If you have a TV with a built-in VCR, see instruction B. If your VCR is connected to your home stereo, see HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 15. A.
The program will function in almost the same way as a smart program (see step 3 on page 12). However, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the resistance level and/or the target pace is about to change. HOW TO USE AN IFIT.COM CD OR VIDEO PROGRAM To use iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, the elliptical exerciser must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, computer with CD player, or VCR. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER on page 14.
HOW TO USE A PROGRAM DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEBSITE 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 elliptical exerciser must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 16. 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. 5 Follow the desired links on our Web site to select a program.
THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR The optional chest pulse sensor provides hands-free operation and continuously monitors your heart rate during your workouts. To purchase the optional chest pulse sensor, call the telephone number on the front cover of this manual. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. CONSOLE TROUBLESHOOTING If the console does not function properly, the batteries should be replaced.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES Fat Burning WARNING: To burn fat effectively, you must exercise at a relatively low intensity level for a sustained period of time. 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.
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. PFEVEL2786.0 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 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 8 1 2 1 1 1 4 2 2 4 2 2 2 1 2 4 2 2 2 1 2 2 4 2 4 2 1 Description Key No. Qty.
EXPLODED DRAWING—Model No. PFEVEL2786.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, contact the ICON Health & Fitness, Ltd. office, or write: ICON Health & Fitness, Ltd. Customer Service Department Unit 4, Revie Road Industrial Estate Revie Road Beeston Leeds, LS118JG UK Tel: 08457 089 009 Outside the UK: 0 (044) 113 387 7133 Fax: 0 (044) 113 387 7125 To help us assist you, please be prepared to give the following information: • the MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFEVEL2786.
