ProForm 460 R Manual

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11 11 .   T h e   C o n s o l e   ( 5 )   c a n   u s e   f o u r   D   b a t t e r i e s   ( n o t  
included); alkaline batteries are recommended. 
Do not use old and new batteries together or 
alkaline, standard, and rechargeable batter-
ies together. IMPORTANT: If the Console has 
been exposed to cold temperatures, allow 
it to warm to room temperature before you 
insert batteries. Otherwise, you may dam-
age the console displays or other electronic 
components. Remove the screws and the 
battery covers, insert batteries into the battery 
compartments, and then reattach the battery 
covers. Make sure to orient the batteries as 
shown by the diagrams inside the battery 
compartments. 
  To purchase an optional power adapter, call 
the telephone number on the cover of this 
manual. To avoid damaging the console, 
use only a manufacturer-supplied regulated 
power adapter. Plug one end of the power 
adapter into the receptacle on the console; plug 
the other end into an outlet installed in accor-
dance with all local codes and ordinances. 
5
Screws
Battery 
Covers
Receptacle
12
Avoid pinching 
the wires
5
63
41
58
4
12. Untie and discard the wire tie on the Main 
Wire (41).
 While a second person holds the Console (5) 
near the Upright (4), plug the Main Wire (41) and 
the Pulse Wire (58) into the receptacles on the 
Console.
 The connectors on the Wires (41, 58) should 
slide easily into the receptacles and snap 
into place. If a connector does not slide eas-
ily into a receptacle, turn the connector and try 
again. If you do not connect the connectors 
properly, the console may become damaged 
when you use the exercise bike.
 Insert the excess wire into the Upright (4).
 Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the 
Console (5) to the Upright (4) with four M4 x 
15mm Self-tapping Screws (63).  
						

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14. After the exercise bike is assembled, inspect it to make sure that it is assembled correctly and that it 
functions properly. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise bike. 
Note: Extra parts may be included. Place a mat beneath the exercise bike to protect the floor. 
13. Identify the Right Pedal (29). 
 Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the 
Right Pedal (29) clockwise into the right arm of 
the Crank (40). 
 Firmly tighten the Left Pedal (not shown) coun-
terclockwise into the left arm of the Crank (not 
shown). 
 Adjust the strap on the Right Pedal (29) to the 
desired position, and press the end of the strap 
onto the tab on the Right Pedal. Adjust the 
strap on the Left Pedal (not shown) in the 
same way. 
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Strap
Ta b
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 HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT CARRIAGE
For effective exercise, the seat should be in the proper 
position. As you pedal, there should be a slight bend 
in your knees when the pedals are in the most forward 
position. 
To   a d j u s t   t h e   s e a t  
carriage, push 
downward on the 
seat handle, slide the 
seat carriage to the 
desired position, and 
then pull upward on 
the seat handle to 
lock the seat carriage 
in place. 
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS
To   a d j u s t   t h e   p e d a l  
straps, first pull the 
ends of the straps 
off the tabs on the 
pedals. Adjust the 
straps to the desired 
position, and then 
press the ends of the 
straps onto the tabs.
HOW TO LEVEL THE EXERCISE BIKE
If the exercise bike 
rocks slightly on your 
floor during use, turn 
one or both of the 
leveling feet beneath 
the front stabilizer 
until the rocking 
motion is eliminated. 
Handle
Strap
Ta b
Leveling 
Feet
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE 
						

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The advanced console offers an array of features 
designed to make your workouts more effective and 
enjoyable. 
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 measure 
your heart rate using the handgrip heart rate monitor.
The console also offers a selection of preset work-
outs. Each preset workout automatically changes the 
resistance of the pedals and prompts you to maintain 
a target speed or a target watts output as it guides you 
through an effective workout.
Yo u   c a n   e v e n   c o n n e c t   y o u r   M P 3   p l a y e r   o r   C D   p l a y e r  
to the console sound system and listen to your favorite 
music or audio books while you exercise.
To use the manual mode, see page 15. To   u s e   a  
preset workout, see page 16. To use the sound 
system, see page 17. To use the settings mode, 
see page 18.
Note: Before using the console, make sure that batter-
ies are installed (see assembly step 11 on page 11). 
If there is a sheet of plastic on the display, remove the 
plastic.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM 
						

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 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1.  Turn on the console.
  Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the 
console. 
  When you turn on the console, the displays will turn 
on, a tone will sound, and the console will be ready 
for use.
2.  Select the manual mode.
  When you turn on the con-
sole, the manual mode will 
be selected automatically. 
  If you have selected a 
workout, reselect the man-
ual mode by pressing the 
Watts Workouts or Calorie 
Workouts button repeatedly 
until zeros appear in the 
displays.
3.   Begin pedaling and change the resistance of 
the pedals as desired.
  As you pedal, change the 
resistance of the pedals by 
pressing the Resistance 
increase and decrease 
buttons. 
  Note: After you press the buttons, it will take a 
moment for the pedals to reach the selected resis-
tance level. 
 4.  Follow your progress with the displays.
   The speed meter—This 
display will provide a visual 
representation of your 
pedaling speed. As you 
increase or decrease your 
pedaling speed, bars will 
appear or disappear in the speed meter.
  Note: During a preset workout, this display will 
show a target watts zone or a target speed zone for 
each segment of the workout.
  The upper display–This 
display will show your pedal-
ing speed in revolutions 
per minute (RPM) and your 
power output in watts. The 
display will change every few 
seconds.
  This display will also show the resistance level of 
the pedals for a few seconds each time the resis-
tance level changes.
  This display will also show 
your heart rate when you use 
the handgrip heart rate moni-
tor (see step 5).
  The center display–This 
display will show the distance  
(Dist.) you have pedaled in 
miles or kilometers and the 
elapsed time. The display will 
change every few seconds.
  Note: During a preset workout, the display will 
show the time remaining in the workout instead of 
the elapsed time.
  The lower display–This 
display will show your 
pedaling speed in miles per 
hour or kilometers per hour 
and the approximate num-
ber of calories (Cals.) you 
have burned. The display will change every few 
seconds.
  Change the volume level 
of the console by pressing 
the volume increase and 
decrease buttons.
  To reset the displays to zero, press the On/Reset 
button.
  Note: The console can show pedaling speed and 
distance in either miles or kilometers. To change 
the unit of measurement, see THE SETTINGS 
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 5.  Measure your heart rate if desired. 
  If there are sheets of 
plastic on the metal 
contacts on the hand-
grip heart rate monitor, 
remove the plastic. In 
addition, make sure 
that your hands are 
clean. To measure 
your heart rate, hold 
the handgrip heart rate 
monitor with your palms 
resting against the contacts. Avoid moving your 
hands or gripping the contacts tightly. 
  When your pulse is detected, a heart-shaped 
symbol will flash in the upper display and then your 
heart rate will be shown. For the most accurate 
heart rate reading, hold the contacts for at least 
15 seconds. 
  If your heart rate is not shown, make sure that your 
hands are positioned as described. Be careful not 
to move your hands excessively or to squeeze the 
contacts tightly. For optimal performance, clean 
the contacts using a soft cloth; never use alcohol, 
abrasives, or chemicals to clean the contacts.
 6.   When you are finished exercising, the console 
will turn off automatically.
   If the pedals do not move for several seconds, a 
series of tones will sound, the console will pause, 
and the time will flash in the display.
  If the pedals do not move for several minutes, the 
console will turn off and the displays will be reset.
 HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT
1.  Turn on the console.
  Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the 
console. 
  When you turn on the console, the displays will turn 
on, a tone will sound, and the console will be ready 
for use.  
 2.  Select a preset workout.
  To select a preset workout, 
press the Watts Workouts 
or Calorie Workouts button 
repeatedly until the num-
ber of the desired workout 
appears in the lower display. 
  The duration of the workout will appear in the cen-
ter display. Note: Profiles of the preset workouts 
are printed on the console.
 3.  Start the workout.
  Press the Start button or begin pedaling to start the 
workout.
  Each workout is divided into one-minute segments.
  If you selected a watts workout, one resistance 
level and one watts target are programmed for 
each segment. Note: The same resistance level 
and/or watts target may be programmed for con-
secutive segments.
  If you selected a calorie workout, one resistance 
level and one speed target are programmed for 
each segment. Note: The same resistance level 
and/or speed target may be programmed for con-
secutive segments.
  At the end of each segment of the workout, a 
series of tones will sound. The resistance level for 
the next segment will appear in the upper display 
for a few seconds to alert you. The resistance of 
the pedals will then change.
Contacts 
						

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  The target zone will 
be shown in the target 
meter display. The 
space between the 
flashing bars represents 
the watts target or the 
speed target for the 
segment; the solid bars 
represent your actual watts output or your actual 
pedaling speed.
  As you exercise, keep your watts output or your 
pedaling speed within the target zone for the cur-
rent segment by increasing or decreasing your 
pedaling speed or by increasing or decreasing the 
resistance of the pedals.
  IMPORTANT: The target is intended only to pro-
vide motivation. Make sure to pedal at a speed 
and a resistance level that is comfortable for 
you.
  If the resistance level for the current segment is 
too high or too low, you can manually override 
the setting by pressing the Resistance buttons. 
IMPORTANT: When the current segment of the 
workout ends, the pedals will automatically 
adjust to the resistance level programmed for 
the next segment.
  If you stop pedaling for several seconds, a series of 
tones will sound and the workout will pause. 
  To restart the workout, simply resume pedaling. 
The workout will continue until the last segment of 
the workout ends. 
4.  Follow your progress with the displays.
  See step 4 on page 15.
5.  Measure your heart rate if desired.
  See step 5 on page 16.
6.   When you are finished exercising, the console 
will turn off automatically.
  See step 6 on page 16.
 HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM
To   p l a y   m u s i c   o r   a u d i o   b o o k s   t h r o u g h   t h e   c o n s o l e  
sound system while you exercise, plug a 3.5 mm male 
to 3.5 mm male audio cable (not included) into the jack 
on the console and into a jack on your MP3 player, 
CD player, or other personal audio player; make sure 
that the audio cable is fully plugged in. Note: To 
purchase an audio cable, see your local electronics 
store. 
Next, press the play button on 
your personal audio player. 
Adjust the volume level using the 
volume increase and decrease 
buttons on the console or the 
volume control on your personal audio player.
Ta r g e t  
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 THE SETTINGS MODE
The console features a settings mode that allows you 
to select a unit of measurement for the console and to 
view console usage information.
To select the settings mode, 
press and hold down the Watts 
Workouts button until the settings 
mode information appears in the 
display. 
The console can show pedaling speed and distance in 
either miles or kilometers. The lower display will show 
the selected unit of measurement. An E for English 
miles or an M for metric kilometers will appear in the 
display. To change the unit of measurement, press the 
Resistance increase button repeatedly. 
Note: When you replace the batteries, it may be neces-
sary to reselect the unit of measurement.
The center display will show the total distance (in miles 
or kilometers) that the exercise bike has been pedaled 
and the total time (in hours) that the console has been 
used since the exercise bike was purchased. Press the 
Calorie Workouts button repeatedly to view the total 
distance and the total time.
To exit the settings mode, press the Watts Workouts 
button.
FCC INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference 
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off 
and on, try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 
•  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•  Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
•  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 
•  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 
FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to 
computer or peripheral devices. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respon-
sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. 
						

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MAINTENANCE
Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the exercise 
bike regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. 
To   c l e a n   t h e   e x e r c i s e   b i k e ,   u s e   a   d a m p   c l o t h   a n d   a  
small amount of mild soap. IMPORTANT: To avoid 
damage to the console, keep liquids away from 
the console and keep the console out of direct 
sunlight.
CONSOLE TROUBLESHOOTING
Most console problems are the result of low batter-
ies. See assembly step 11 on page 11 for battery 
replacement instructions.
If the handgrip heart rate monitor does not function 
properly, see step 5 on page 16.
HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH
If the console does not display correct feedback, the 
reed switch should be adjusted. 
To   a d j u s t   t h e   r e e d   s w i t c h ,   y o u   m u s t   r e m o v e   t h e   r e a r  
and front upright covers as described below.
See assembly step 5 on page 8. Using a stan-
dard (flat) screwdriver, release the tabs along the 
bottom edges of the Rear and Front Upright Covers 
(19, 20), remove the two M4 x 12mm Screws (57), and 
then remove the Rear and Front Upright Covers.
Locate the Reed Switch (35). Turn the Crank (40) until 
a Magnet (39) is aligned with the Reed Switch. Loosen, 
but do not remove, the two indicated M4 x 12mm 
Flange Screws (36). Slide the Reed Switch slightly 
closer to or away from the Magnet, and then retighten 
the Flange Screws. 
Turn the Crank (40) so that the Magnet (39) passes 
the Reed Switch (35) repeatedly. Repeat these actions 
until the console displays correct feedback. 
When the reed switch is correctly adjusted, reattach 
the rear and front upright covers.
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35
39
40
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 
						

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HOW TO ADJUST THE DRIVE BELT
If the pedals slip while you are pedaling, even while 
the resistance is adjusted to the highest level, the drive 
belt may need to be adjusted. 
To   a d j u s t   t h e   d r i v e   b e l t ,   y o u   m u s t   r e m o v e   t h e   r i g h t  
pedal, the right lock ring, and the right shield as 
described below.
Using an adjust-
able wrench, turn 
the Right Pedal (29) 
counterclockwise 
and remove it. Then, 
using a standard (flat) 
screwdriver, release 
the tabs around the 
edge of the right Lock 
Ring (23), and then 
remove it from the 
Right Shield (22).
See assembly step 5 on page 8. Using a stan-
dard (flat) screwdriver, release the tabs along the 
bottom edges of the Rear and Front Upright Covers 
(19, 20), remove the two M4 x 12mm Screws (57), and 
then remove the Rear and Front Upright Covers.
See the EXPLODED DRAWING on page 23. 
Remove all of the screws from the Left and Right 
Shields (21, 22); there are two sizes of screws in 
the shields—note which size of screw you remove 
from each hole. Then, gently remove the Right Shield.
Loosen the Adjustment Screw (47). Then, tighten the 
Idler Screw (45) until the Drive Belt (59) is tight. 
When the Drive Belt (59) is tight, tighten the 
Adjustment Screw (47).
Then, reattach the left and right shields, the right lock 
ring, and the right pedal.
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22
23
45
47
59