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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the innovative PROFORM

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990S. The 990S offers a unique form of low-impact
exercise that works both the upper body and the
lower body for greater cardiovascular benefits and
increased muscle toning. The 990S features
adjustable resistance to let you tailor your exercise 
to the level thatÕs perfect for you. And when youÕre 
not exercising, the 990S can be folded for compact
storage. 

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the PROFORM¨ 990S.

If you have addition-

al questions, 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 note the product model number
and serial number before calling. The model number
is 831.288300. The serial number can be found on a
decal attached to the 990S (see the front cover of this
manual for the location of the decal).

Before reading further, please look at the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.

Handlebar

Resistance Knob

Pedaling Resistance Dial

FRONT

RIGHT SIDE

Seat 

Seat Frame 

Pedal

Pedal Strap

Lock Knob

Console

Wheels

Summary of Contents for 831.288300

Page 1: ...ESTATES IL 60179 CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc tions in this manual before using this equipment Keep this manual for future reference Model No 831 288300 Serial No _ Write the serial number in the space above for future reference Serial Number Decal ...

Page 2: ... not apply when the BIKE EXERCISER is used commercially or for rental purposes This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO DEPT 817WA HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 TABLE OF CONTENTS FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY 2 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN 4 ASSEMBLY 5 HOW TO USE THE PROFORM 990S 7 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 10 ...

Page 3: ...ur back straight when using the 990S Do not arch your back 10 If you feel pain or dizziness at any time while exercising stop immediately and begin cooling down 11 Use the 990S only as described in this manual 12 The 990S is intended for in home use only Do not use the 990S in a commercial rental or institutional setting WARNING Before beginning this or any exercise program consult your physician ...

Page 4: ...u use the PROFORM 990S If you have addition al questions 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 note the product model number and serial number before calling The model number is 831 288300 The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the 990S see the front cover of this ma...

Page 5: ... 36 1 2 1 1 Refer to the inset drawing Loosen the Lock Knob 36 on the right side of the Frame 1 Slide the Seat Frame 2 out until it stops Retighten the Lock Knob 36 2 Attach the Seat Bracket 58 to the Seat Frame 2 with the two Seat Bracket Bolts 59 and 3 8Ó Nylon Locknuts 37 3 Set the two Seat Spacers 46 on the Seat Frame 2 Attach the Seat 53 and the Seat Spacers to the Seat Frame with the four Se...

Page 6: ...ebar Make sure that the Handlebars are on the correct sidesÑthe ends should bend outward slightly Slide the Star Washer 11 onto the Long Carriage Bolt and tighten the Resistance Knob 7 onto the Long Carriage Bolt Make sure that the head of the Long Carriage Bolt is resting in the square hole in the left bracket Note To attach the Resistance Knob 7 on the left side reverse the positions of the Long...

Page 7: ...RESISTANCE The pedaling resistance can be adjusted with the Resistance Dial 8 located in front of the console To increase the resistance turn the Resistance Dial clockwise to decrease the resistance turn the Resistance Dial counterclockwise HOW TO USE THE HANDLEBARS For lower body exercise only hold the Handlebars 5 6 in a stationary position as you pedal For a full body workout move the Handlebar...

Page 8: ...age 10 ScanÑThis mode displays the calories fat calories speed time and distance modes for 5 seconds each in a repeating cycle HOW THE PACER PROGRAMS OPERATE When you use a pacer program two columns of bars will appear in the display The left column will show a target pace the right column will show your actual pedaling pace The target pace will change periodically during the program as the target...

Page 9: ...arget pace is about 5 miles per hour The right column will show your actual pace Adjust your pedaling pace until only one bar appears in the right column As the program progresses the target pace will change periodically as the target pace changes adjust your pedaling pace to keep both columns at the same height Important The target pace is a goal pace Your actual pace may be slower than the targe...

Page 10: ...ust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the middle number in your training zone as you exercise Aerobic Exercise If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular system your exercise must be Òaerobic Ó 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 ...

Page 11: ... leg as well Stretches Calves achilles tendons and ankles 4 Quadriceps Stretch With one hand against a wall for balance reach back and grasp one foot with your other hand Bring your heel as close to your buttocks as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg Stretches Quadriceps and hip muscles 5 Inner Thigh Stretch Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees ou...

Page 12: ...ure that they are in the positions shown CRANK ADJUSTMENT If the arms of the Crank 14 become loose they should be tightened in order to prevent excessive wear Loosen the crank nut on the left arm of the Crank Place the end of a standard screwdriver in one of the slots in the slotted crank nut Lightly tap the screwdriver with a hammer to turn the slotted crank nut counterclockwise until the arms ar...

Page 13: ...13 NOTES ...

Page 14: ...Hub Key Part No Qty No Description 34 2 134268 Wheel 35 2 134269 Wheel Bushing 36 1 134272 Lock Knob 37 3 012149 3 8Ó Nylon Locknut 38 4 012042 M8 Nylon Locknut 39 1 106106 Extension Spring 40 1 013225 M5 Screw 41 2 134534 Grip 42 2 134276 Stabilizer Endcap 43 4 133918 Handlebar Endcap 44 1 134277 Seat Frame Bushing 45 1 134278 Frame Bushing 46 2 137911 Seat Spacer 47 1 134367 Right Pedal w Strap ...

Page 15: ...6 38 18 64 28 22 52 26 45 26 36 38 18 49 32 23 23 37 3 4 51 40 52 38 26 44 6 41 5 10 12 11 7 10 12 13 43 43 9 57 33 34 35 2 35 34 33 57 43 54 59 37 56 56 58 62 62 53 55 55 63 17 26 26 46 60 60 21 20 20 41 43 16 19 EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No 831 288300 R0497A 15 ...

Page 16: ... left When requesting help or service or ordering parts please be prepared to provide the following information The NAME OF THE PRODUCT PROFORM 990S The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT 831 288300 The PART NUMBER OF THE PART see page 14 The DESCRIPTION OF THE PART see page 14 Model No 831 288300 QUESTIONS If you find that you need help assembling or operating the PROFORM 990S a part is missing or you n...

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