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Model No. PFEL3926.0
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 HOW T
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau- tions before using the elliptical exerciser. 1. Read all instructions in this manual and all 10. The pulse sensor is not a medical device. warnings on the elliptical exerciser before Various factors may affect the accuracy of using the elliptical exerciser. Use the ellipti- heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is cal exerciser only as described in this intended only as an exercise aid in de
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the versatile new product model number and serial number before con- ® PROFORM STRIDE SELECT 830 elliptical exerciser. tacting us. The model number is PFEL3926.0. The The STRIDE SELECT 830 is an incredibly smooth serial number can be found on a decal attached to the exerciser that moves your feet in a natural elliptical elliptical exerciser (see the front cover of this manual path, minimizing the impact on your knees and for the location of the deca
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ASSEMBLY To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser, call toll-free 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 hex keys, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , an adjustable wrench , and a rubber mallet
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1. 1 To make assembly easier, read the information on page 5 before you begin assembling the elliptical exerciser. 29 Identify the Rear Stabilizer (4). While another person 1 lifts the rear of the Frame (1), attach the Rear 29 Stabilizer to the Frame with two M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolts (34) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (29). 4 34 2. See the inset drawing. Remove the two M10 x 45mm 2 Packing Button Bolts (33) and the packing tubes from the front Tube of the Frame (1). Remove the rubber band from the
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3. Slide an M10 Split Washer (94) onto each of the two 3 M10 x 83mm Button Screws (63). Insert the Button Pull Screws into the Front Stabilizer (3). Next, slide the Avoid pinching the Mast (15) onto the Button Screws and against the wire harnesses Front Stabilizer. Make sure that the Mast is oriented during this step as shown. While another person holds the Mast (15) and the 15 Front Stabilizer (3) near the Frame (1), connect the Extension Wire Harness (95) to the Lower Wire Harness (87). Insert
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5. The Console (5) requires four “D” batteries (not includ- 5 ed); alkaline batteries are recommended. IMPOR- TANT: If the ellipical exerciser has been exposed to 5 cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem- perature before inserting batteries into the Console. If you do not do this, the console dis- plays or other electronic components may become damaged. Press the tab on the battery cover and Batteries remove the battery cover. Insert four batteries into the Battery Console as shown. Mak
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8. Attach two Pedal Posts (16) to the Left Pedal Arm (14) 8 with two M8 x 16mm Button Screws (84) and two M8 Washers (53). 84 75 14 Attach the other Pedal Posts (not shown) to the 53 Right Pedal Arm (75) in the same way. 16 9. Attach one of the Pedals (12) to the Left Pedal Arm 9 (14) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (66). 12 Attach the other Pedal (not shown) to the Right 14 Pedal Arm (not shown) in the same way. 66 66 10. Identify the Left Handlebar (9), which is marked with a 10 sticker. Insert t
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11. Apply a generous amount of the included grease to the 11 Pivot Axle (81) and to two M8 Washers (53). Next, insert the Pivot Axle into the Upright (2) and center it. Reapply grease to both ends of the Pivot Axle. 10 23 Slide a Handlebar Spacer (25) onto the short tube on the 53 Tube Left Handlebar (9), and rotate the Handlebar Spacer so 9 2 the small arrow is pointing toward the floor. Next, slide the 25 22 Left Handlebar onto the left end of the Pivot Axle (81). 91 Grease Finger tighten an M
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HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL HOW TO USE THE HANDLEBARS EXERCISER The handlebars are To mount the elliptical exerciser, hold the handgrip designed to add Handlebar Handgrip pulse sensor and step onto the pedal that is in the low- upper-body exer- Pulse est position. Next, step onto the other pedal. Push the cise to your work- Sensor pedals until they begin to move with a continuous outs. Push and pull motion. Note: The pedal discs can turn in either the h
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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE Fan Program Increase Button Profiles Button Program Button Program Display Pace Decrease Indicator Guide Button FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE prompt you to vary your pedaling pace while guiding you through an effective workout. This advanced console offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more effective. When Two calorie goal programs are designed to help you you use the manual mode of the console, you can burn 250 or 350 calories. You can exercise at your
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Measure your heart rate if desired. HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 5 If there are sheets Contacts Turn on the console. of clear plastic on 1 the metal contacts To turn on the console, press the Increase button on the handgrip or begin pedaling. The pace guide will light for a pulse sensor, moment; the console will then be ready for use. remove the plastic. Next, hold the handgrip pulse sen- Select the manual mode. 2 sor with your palms resting on the contacts. When your pulse is detected, the heart-
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Program 2—This program is divided into 30 one- HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM minute segments. The same target heart rate is programmed for all segments of this program. Turn on the console. 1 Both heart rate programs—As you pedal, the console will regularly compare your heart rate to See step 1 on page 13. the target heart rate setting. If your heart rate is too far below or above the target heart rate, the Select a heart rate program. 2 resistance of the pedals will automatically increase or
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During the program, the pace guide will prompt HOW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM you to increase or decrease your pedaling pace. When one of the two lower indicators lights, increase your pace; when one of the two upper Turn on the console. 1 indicators lights, decrease your pace. When the center indicator lights, maintain your current See step 1 on page 13. pace. Important: The pace guide is intended only to provide a goal. Make sure to pedal at a Select a preset program. 2 pace that is comfortable f
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The display will show the elapsed time. If you HOW TO USE A CALORIE GOAL PROGRAM stop pedaling for a few seconds, the program will pause and the time will flash in the display. To restart the program, simply resume pedaling. Turn on the console. 1 See step 1 on page 13. Follow your progress with the display. 4 See step 4 on page 13. Select a calorie goal program. 2 Press the Measure your heart rate if desired. 5 Programs button repeatedly until See step 5 on page 13. the number 5 or 6 appears al
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MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser HANDGRIP PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. • Avoid moving your hands while using the handgrip To clean the elliptical exerciser, use a damp cloth and pulse sensor. Excessive movement may interfere a small amount of mild soap. Important: To avoid with heart rate readings. damage to the console, keep liquids away from the console and keep the console out of dire
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CONDITIONING GUIDELINES During the first few minutes of exercise, your body uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for ener- WARNING: gy. Only after the first few minutes of exercise does Before beginning this or any exercise pro- your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. gram, consult your physician. This is espe- If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the lowest num- cially important for persons over the age of 35 ber
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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. Bring the sole of the opposite fo
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