ProForm PFST51080 Home Gym User Manual


 
HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE STEPPER
Place the stepper on a level surface and place a mat
under the stepper. (The stepper features precision
hydraulic cylinders. However, there is a possibility of
slight oil leakage due to the nature of hydraulic cylin-
ders.)
Hold the handlebars and step onto the pedals. Begin
stepping, alternately depressing the right and left ped-
als with a smooth, continuous motion. Because the
pedals move independently of each other, you must
maintain a continuous motion or both pedals will sink
to the floor. Change the height of your step or the
stepping pace until you can comfortably maintain a
continuous motion.
As you step, you can exercise your upper leg mus-
cles by keeping your feet flat on the pedals. To focus
on your calf muscles, rise on your toes as you step.
Stand erect or lean forward slightly as you exercise.
Always keeping your back straight in order to avoid
injury.
HOW TO ADJUST THE RESISTANCE
To change the stepping resistance, simply turn the
resistance collars on the upper ends of the Resistance
Cylinders (9) (see the inset drawing). The arrows on
the Resistance Cylinders and the markings on the
resistance collars show which resistance level has
been selected. Make sure that both Resistance
Cylinders are at the same resistance setting.
WARNING: The resistance cylinders become very
hot during use. Touch only the resistance collars
when changing the stepping resistance.
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MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Inspect and tighten all parts each time you use the
stepper. The stepper can be cleaned using a soft cloth
and mild, non-abrasive detergent.
To prevent damage to the
console, use only a
sealed water bottle in the
water bottle holder. In
addition, keep liquid away
from the console, keep
the console out of direct
sunlight, and remove the
batteries when storing the stepper.
REED SWITCH ADJUSTMENT
If the console does not function properly, or if the dis-
play becomes faint, the batteries should be replaced.
See assembly step 6 on page 5.
If the console still
does not function
properly, the Reed
Switch (12) should
be adjusted. Hold
down the Right Pedal
Leg (7) so that the
Magnet (26) is level
with the Reed Switch
(12). Slide the Reed
Switch (12) in or out
slightly. The gap
between the Reed
Switch and the Magnet should be about 1/8Ó. Make
sure that the Magnet will not hit the Reed Switch when
the Right Pedal Leg is moved. Repeat until the con-
sole displays correct feedback.
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Resistance
Collar
9
9
12
7
26
Water Bottle
Holder