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HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE

HANDLEBAR OPERATION

The handlebars can be used in either the dual-action
mode, for both upper-body and lower-body exercise,
or the stationary mode, for pedaling exercise only.

Dual-action Mode

To convert the
handlebars to
the dual-
action mode,
the link arms
must be con-
nected to the
pedals. Refer
to drawing 1.
Lift the link
arms off the
lock rods.
Refer to draw-
ing 2. Pull the
link arms out-
ward against
the tops of
the red wash-
ers, while
pulling
against the
bottoms of the
red washers
with your fin-
gers as shown. Be careful not to pinch your fin-
gers. 
Next, slide the link arms onto the pedal bush-
ings. Move the link arms up and down slightly to
make sure that they are fully seated on the pedal
bushings. CAUTION: Make sure that the link arms
are fully seated on the pedal bushings. If the link
arms are not on the pedal bushings, they may slip
off during use, resulting in injury to the user.

Stationary Mode

To convert the handlebars to the stationary mode, the
link arms must be disconnected from the pedals. Pull
the link arms outward against the red washers until
the link arms are free of the pedal bushings (see
drawing 2 above). Be careful not to pinch your fin-
gers. 
Next, lift the link arms off the pedals, and clip
them onto the lock rods (see drawing 1 above).

HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT

For effective exer-
cise, the seat must
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. 
To adjust the seat,
first turn the seat
knob counterclock-
wise two or three
turns to loosen it.
Next, pull the seat
knob, raise or lower
the seat post, and
then release the
seat knob. Move the seat post up and down slightly
until it locks into position. 
Then, tighten the seat
knob. CAUTION: Make sure that the pin on the seat
knob is inserted into one of the adjustment holes
in the seat post. Do not rest the seat post on top
of the pin on the seat knob.  

DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSOLE

The console features six modes that provide instant
exercise feedback during your workouts. The modes
are described below.

• Time—This mode displays the elapsed time. 

• Distance—This mode displays the total distance you

have pedaled.    

• Speed—This mode displays your pedaling speed.

Note: Speed and distance can be displayed in either
miles or kilometers. An MPH or a KPH will appear
when the speed is displayed to show which unit of
measurement is selected. To change the unit of
measurement, press and hold the On/Reset button
for ten seconds. 

• Calories—This mode displays the approximate num-

ber of calories you have burned.

• Fat calories—This mode displays the approximate

number of fat calories you have burned (see FAT
BURNING on page 12).

• Pulse—This mode displays your heart rate when the

thumb pulse sensor is used (see step 3 on page 10).

Seat

Post

Seat

Knob

Lock

Rod

1

Link Arm

Red

Washer

Pedal

Bushing

2

Link
Arm

Seat

Summary of Contents for 831.280440

Page 1: ...s manual before using this equipment Keep this manual for future reference Serial Number Decal Model No 831 280440 Serial No SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 Patent Pending Visit our website at www proform com new products prizes fitness tips and much more ...

Page 2: ...MBLY 5 HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE SHOOTING 11 EXERCISE GUIDELINES 12 PART LIST 14 EXPLODED DRAWING 15 HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS Back Cover FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY Back Cover PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON Health Fitness Inc ...

Page 3: ... on the pedal bushings refer to HANDLEBAR OPERATION on page 9 If the link arms are not on the pedal bushings they may slip off during use resulting in injury to the user 10 When adjusting the height of the seat make sure that the pin on the seat knob is inserted into one of the adjustment holes in the seat post refer to HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT on page 9 Do not rest the seat post on top of the pin o...

Page 4: ...ter reading the manual please call our toll free HELPLINE at 1 800 736 6879 Monday through Saturday 7 a m until 7 p m Central Time excluding holidays To help us assist you please mention the product model number when calling The model num ber is 831 280440 The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the exercise cycle see the front cover of this manual Before reading further please famil...

Page 5: ...ART LIST on page 14 The second number refers to the quantity needed for assembly Note Some small parts may have been pre attached for shipping If a part is not in the parts bag check to see if it has been pre assembled M10 x 75mm Carriage Bolt 65 4 M4 x 12mm Screw 77 2 M8 x 77mm Button Bolt 58 2 M8 Split Washer 81 4 M8 Flat Washer 73 4 M6 Nylon Locknut 56 4 M8 Nylon Locknut 66 6 M10 Nylon Locknut ...

Page 6: ...20 to the Seat Post 6 with four M8 Nylon Locknuts 66 and four M8 Split Washers 81 Note The Nylon Locknuts and the Split Washers may be preattached to the Seat 2 3 20 6 1 66 81 4 While another person holds the Upright 2 in the position shown connect the Extension Wire 39 to the Reed Switch Wire 31 Carefully pull the upper end of the Reed Switch Wire to remove any slack Carefully set the Upright 2 o...

Page 7: ... wire or the Extension Wire 39 6 5 The Console 3 requires four D batteries not included alkaline batteries are recommended Press the tab on the battery cover and lift off the battery cover Insert four batteries into the battery compartment Make sure that the batteries are oriented as shown by the diagram inside the battery compartment Reattach the battery cover 3 Battery Cover Batteries 5 7 Identi...

Page 8: ... Pedal clockwise into the left Crank Arm 26 and tighten the Pedal Nut 68 back onto the shaft Attach the other Pedal not shown in the same way 8 58 23 68 42 71 43 79 44 26 15 Lock Rod Notch 73 66 9 10 11 Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise cycle Place a mat beneath the exercise cycle to protect the floor 8 Apply a small amount of the included grease to the Ha...

Page 9: ... exer cise the seat must 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 To adjust the seat first turn the seat knob counterclock wise two or three turns to loosen it Next pull the seat knob raise or lower the seat post and then release the seat knob Move the seat post up and down slightly until it locks into position Then...

Page 10: ...your heart rate stop pedaling and place your thumb on the pulse sensor as shown The pulse sensor is pressure activat ed fully press it down Do not press too hard or the circulation in your thumb will be restricted and your pulse will not be detected Next raise your thumb slightly until the heart shaped indicator in the right display flashes steadily Hold your thumb at this level After a few second...

Page 11: ...shown To tighten the Belt turn the M6 Nuts 53 clockwise to loosen the Belt turn the M6 Nuts counterclockwise Make sure that the fan is straight and then reattach the Left Guard tighten the Guard Fasteners and reattach the Guard Clips ADJUSTING THE REED SWITCH If the console does not display correct feedback the reed switch should be adjusted To adjust the reed switch the Right Side Shield 18 must ...

Page 12: ...xercise must be aerobic Aerobic exercise is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged periods of time This increases the demand on the heart to pump blood to the muscles and on the lungs to oxygenate the blood For aerobic exercise adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the highest number in your training zone WORKOUT GUIDELINES Each workout should in...

Page 13: ...ble Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg Stretches Hamstrings lower back and groin 3 Calf Achilles Stretch With one leg in front of the other reach forward and place your hands against a wall Keep your back leg straight and your back foot flat on the floor Bend your front leg lean forward and move your hips toward the wall Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each ...

Page 14: ...eat Post Bushing 48 1 Magnet 49 2 Large Axle Cap 50 2 Small Axle Cap 51 1 Fan Washer 52 2 Eyebolt 53 2 M6 Nut 54 6 M10 Split Washer 55 3 M10 x 17mm Button Screw 56 4 M6 Nylon Locknut 57 4 M6 x 38mm Button Bolt 58 2 M8 x 77mm Button Bolt 59 1 M10 x 25mm Flat Head Bolt 60 2 Guide Washer 61 2 Belt Bearing 62 4 M4 x 16mm Round Screw 63 2 Idler Push Nut 64 5 M10 Nylon Locknut 65 4 M10 x 75mm Carriage B...

Page 15: ...26 26 28 28 29 30 31 32 30 33 34 34 34 34 34 34 35 35 36 37 37 38 38 39 40 41 41 42 43 44 42 43 44 45 45 46 47 48 49 78 50 50 74 51 52 53 52 53 54 54 54 54 55 55 80 80 56 56 57 57 58 58 59 60 60 63 61 64 66 66 64 64 64 64 65 65 66 67 68 67 68 62 27 69 69 69 69 77 77 62 70 71 71 82 72 73 73 75 78 49 55 76 79 73 79 81 81 27 24 24 73 ...

Page 16: ...t the left When requesting help or service or ordering parts please be prepared to provide the following information The MODEL NUMBER of the product 831 280440 The NAME of the product PROFORM WHIRLWIND exercise cycle The KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the PART see the PART LIST and the EXPLODED DRAWING on pages 10 and 11 FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY For 90 days from the date of purchase if failure occurs d...

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