Pro-Form 590e Elliptical User manual
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. eep this manual
for future reference.
Serial Number Decal
(on underside of frame)
Model No. PFEL05809.0
Serial No.
Write the serial number in the
space above for reference.
USERʼS MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................5
HOWTOUSETHEELLIPTICALEXERCISER ..................................................12
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................19
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................20
PARTLIST ..............................................................................23
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................25
ORDERINGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LIMITEDWARRANTY ..............................................................BackCover
2
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
This drawing shows the location(s) of
the warning decal(s). If a decal is
missing or illegible, see the front
cover of this manual and request a
free replacement decal. Apply the
decal in the location shown. Note:
The decal(s) may not be shown at
actual size.
PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical exerciser before using your elliptical
exerciser. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or
through the use of this product.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
1. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or per-
sons with pre-existing health problems.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical exerciser are
adequately informed of all precautions.
3. The elliptical exerciser is intended for home
use only. Do not use the elliptical exerciser
in a commercial, rental, or institutional set-
ting.
4. eep the elliptical exerciser indoors, away
from moisture and dust. Place the elliptical
exerciser on a level surface, with a mat
beneath it to protect the floor or carpet.
Make sure that there is at least 3 ft. (0.9 m)
of clearance in the front and rear of the ellip-
tical exerciser and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each side.
5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
6. eep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical exerciser at all times.
7. The elliptical exerciser should not be used
by persons weighing more than 300 lbs.
(136 kg).
8. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
exercising; do not wear loose clothes that
could become caught on the elliptical exer-
ciser. Always wear athletic shoes for foot
protection.
9. Hold the handgrip pulse sensor or the han-
dlebars when mounting, dismounting, or
using the elliptical exerciser.
10. eep your back straight while using the
elliptical exerciser; do not arch your back.
11. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the userʼs move-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general.
12. When you stop exercising, allow the pedals
to slowly come to a stop.
13. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and cool down.
14. Use the elliptical exerciser only as described
in this manual.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM®
590 E elliptical exerciser. The 590 E elliptical exerciser
provides an impressive selection of features designed
to make your workouts at home more effective and
enjoyable.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical exerciser. If you have ques-
tions after reading this manual, please see the front
cover of this manual. To help us assist you, note the
product model number and serial number before con-
tacting us. The model number and the location of the
serial number decal are shown on the front cover of
this manual.
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Handgrip Pulse Sensor
Handlebar
Wheel
Pedal
Ramp Handle
Roller
Console
Water Bottle Holder*
*Water bottle is not included
Ramp
Handle
5
ASSEMBLY
To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser, call 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 tool(s), assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver , an adjustable
wrench , and a rubber mallet .
As you assemble the elliptical exerciser, use the drawings below to identify small parts. The number in parenthe-
ses below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The
number following the parentheses is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: If a part is not in the hardware
kit, check to see if it has been preassembled.
M8 x 38mm
Bolt (96)–4
M8 Locknut
(102)–4
19mm Wave
Washer (66)–4
16mm Wave
Washer (54)–2 M8 x 25mm
Washer (98)–6
M4 x 16mm
Screw (104)–10
M8 x 16mm Patch
Screw (110)–4
M8 Split
Washer (83)–13
M10 Locknut
(92)–2
M10 Washer
(95)–2
M8 x 80mm Patch
Screw (84)–2
M10 x 60mm
Bolt (100)–2
M10 x 45mm Patch
Screw (99)–4
M8 x 19mm Patch
Screw (82)–15
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1.
Attach the Front Stabilizer (6) to the Frame (1)
with two M8 x 80mm Patch Screws (84).
2. Orient the Ramp (3) as shown. Then, insert the
Ramp into the Frame (1).
Attach the Ramp (3) with five M8 x 19mm Patch
Screws (82) and five M8 Split Washers (83).
1
2
84
1
1
3
6
83
83
83
82
82
82
To make assembly easier, read the
information on page 5 before you begin.
Avoid pinching the
Wire Harness (111)
3. Have a second person hold the Upright (4) near
the Frame (1).
See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in
the lower end of the Upright (4). Tie the wire tie
to the Wire Harness (111). Pull the upper end of
the wire tie until the Wire Harness is routed
completely through the Upright. Then, untie and
discard the wire tie.
Tip: To prevent the Wire Harness (111) from
falling into the Upright (4), secure the Wire
Harness with a rubber band or tape.
Tip: Avoid pinching the Wire Harness (111).
Slide the Upright (4) onto the Frame (1). Attach
the Upright with four M8 x 19mm Patch Screws
(82) and four M8 Split Washers (83). Do not
tighten the Patch Screws yet.
Wire
Tie
3
1
82
82
82
83
83
4
4
111
7
4
4. Apply a small amount of the included grease to
the right Crank Arm (20) and to a 19mm Wave
Washer (66).
Orient a Crank Arm Spacer (55) so that the flat
end is facing away from the elliptical exerciser.
Slide the Crank Arm Spacer and the 19mm
Wave Washer (66) onto the right Crank Arm (20).
Identify the Right Roller Arm (59), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as
shown.
Slide the Right Roller Arm (59) onto the right
Crank Arm (20). Attach the Right Roller Arm
with an M8 x 19mm Patch Screw (82), an Axle
Cover (53), and an M8 x 25mm Washer (98); to
avoid breaking the Axle Cover, do not over-
tighten the Patch Screw.
Repeat this step for the Left Roller Arm (not
shown).
Grease
20
55
66
98 53
82
59
5. Identify the Right Pedal Bracket (64), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker.
Apply a small amount of grease to the inside of
the tube on the Right Roller Arm (59) and to the
barrel of an M10 x 60mm Bolt (100).
Attach the Right Pedal Bracket (64) to the Right
Roller Arm (59) with the M10 x 60mm Bolt
(100), an M10 Washer (95), and an M10
Locknut (92). Do not overtighten the Locknut;
the Right Pedal Bracket must pivot freely.
Repeat this step for the Left Pedal Bracket
(48).
5
59
Grease
48
95
92
100
64
Flat
End
8
6
6. Identify the Right Handlebar (61) and the Right
Handlebar Leg (60), which are marked with
“Right” stickers, and orient them as shown.
Make sure that the hexagonal holes are in
the indicated location.
Slide the Right Handlebar (61) onto the Right
Handlebar Leg (60).
Attach the Right Handlebar (61) with two M8 x
38mm Bolts (96) and two M8 Locknuts (102).
Make sure that the Locknuts are in the
hexagonal holes.
Repeat this step for the Left Handlebar (not
shown) and the Left Handlebar Leg (not
shown).
61
60
102
96
Hexagonal
Holes
7
7. Apply a small amount of grease to the Pivot
Axle (35) and to a 16mm Wave Washer (54).
Insert the Pivot Axle (35) through the Upright (4)
and then center it.
Slide the 16mm Wave Washer (54), an Inner
Handlebar Cover (68), and the Right Handlebar
Leg (60) onto the right side of the Pivot Axle
(35).
Repeat this step for the Left Handlebar Leg
(not shown).
Tighten an M8 x 19mm Patch Screw (82) and
an M8 x 25mm Washer (98) into each end of
the Pivot Axle (35).
60
54 68
35
4
Grease
98
82
9
8
8. Attach an Outer Handlebar Cover (67) and the
Inner Handlebar Cover (68) around the Right
Handlebar Leg (60) with two M4 x 16mm
Screws (104).
Repeat this step for the other side of the
elliptical exerciser.
67
60
104
104
68
9. Apply a small amount of grease to the axle on
the Right Handlebar Leg (60) and to a 19mm
Wave Washer (66).
Identify the Right Pedal Arm (58), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as
shown.
Slide the 19mm Wave Washer (66) and the
Right Pedal Arm (58) onto the Right Handlebar
Leg (60).
Attach the Right Pedal Arm (58) with an M8 x
19mm Patch Screw (82), an Axle Cover (53),
and an M8 x 25mm Washer (98); to avoid
breaking the Axle Cover, do not overtighten
the Patch Screw.
Repeat this step for the Left Pedal Arm (not
shown). 58
60
66
98 53
82
Grease
9
10
10. Attach the Right Pedal Arm (58) to the Right
Pedal Bracket (64) with two M10 x 45mm Patch
Screws (99).
Repeat this step for the Left Pedal Arm (44).
10
44
64
99
58
11. Identify the Right Pulse Bar (9), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker.
See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in
the Upright (4). Tie the lower end of the wire tie
to the Pulse Wire (63) in the Right Pulse Bar
(9). Next, pull the upper end of the wire tie until
the Pulse Wire is routed through the Upright.
Then, untie and discard the wire tie.
Next, slide the Right Pulse Bar (9) onto the right
side of the Upright (4).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Right Pulse Bar (9) with two M8 x 16mm Patch
Screws (110) and two M8 Split Washers (83).
Repeat this step for the Left Pulse Bar (8).
11
Wire Tie
Wire Tie
9
110
83
63
63
63
8
4
Avoid pinching
the wires
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