ProForm 50 Manual

							Model No. PFTL59007.0  
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							TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
TROUBLESHOOTING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
EXERCISE GUIDELINES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
PART LIST  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
EXPLODED DRAWING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
The decals shown here have been applied
in the locations shown.
If a decal is miss
ing or illegible, call the telephone number
on the front cover of this manual and re
quest a free replacement decal. Apply the
decal in the location shown. 
Note: The de
cals may not be shown at actual size.
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT 
						

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1. Before beginning any exercise program, con
sult your physician. This is especially impor
tant for persons over the age of 35 or per
sons with preexisting health problems. 
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.
3. Use the treadmill only as described.
4. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least 8 ft. (2.4 m) of clearance behind it and 2
ft. (0.6 m) on each side. Do not place the
treadmill on any surface that blocks air open
ings. To protect the floor or carpet from dam
age, place a mat under the treadmill.  
5. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water. 
6. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered. 
7. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.
8. The treadmill should be used only by persons
weighing 300 lbs. (136 kg) or less. 
9. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time. 
10. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose
clothes that could become caught in the
treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recom
mended for both men and women. 
Always
wear athletic shoes. Never use the treadmill
with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in
sandals. 
11. When connecting the power cord (see page
9), plug the power cord into a surge suppres
sor (not included) and plug the surge sup
pressor into a grounded circuit capable ofcarrying 15 or more amps. No other appliance
should be on the same circuit. Do not use an
extension cord. 
12. Use only a singleoutlet surge suppressor that
meets all of the specifications described on
page 9. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local PROFORM dealer or call the tele
phone number on the front cover of this man
ual and order part number 146148, or see your
local electronics store.
13.Failure to use a properly functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the con
trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys
tem is damaged, the walking belt may change
speed, accelerate, or stop unexpectedly,
which may result in a fall and serious injury.
14. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres
sor away from heated surfaces.
15. Never move the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See TROU
BLESHOOTING on page 19 if the treadmill is
not working properly.)
16. Read, understand, and test the emergency
stop procedure before using the treadmill (see
HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 11).
17. Never start the treadmill while you are stand
ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.
18. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed. 
19. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the users 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.
WARNING:Toreduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and in
structions in this manual and all warnings on your treadmill before using your treadmill. ICON as
sumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of
this product.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 
						

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20. Use the included dumbbells only as de
scribed in this manual. Properly store the
dumbbells in the dumbbell holders on the
console when you are not using them. If thedumbbells are improperly stored, they may
fall off the console, causing the user to trip.
21. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key, unplug
the power cord, and switch the reset/off cir
cuit breaker to the off position when the
treadmill is not in use. (See the drawing on
page 5 for the location of the circuit breaker.)  
22. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 17.)
You must be able to safely lift 45 lbs. (20 kg)
to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 23. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is fully closed.
24. Never insert any object into any opening on
the treadmill.
25. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.
26.
DANGER:Always unplug the power
cord immediately after use, before cleaning the
treadmill, and before performing the mainte
nance and adjustment procedures described in
this manual. Never remove the motor hood un
less instructed to do so by an authorized ser
vice representative. Servicing other than the
procedures in this manual should be performed
by an authorized service representative only.
27. This treadmill is intended for inhome use
only. Do not use this treadmill in a commer
cial, rental, or institutional setting.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS 
						

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Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM®5.0
CROSSTRAINER treadmill. The 5.0 CROSSTRAINER
treadmill combines advanced technology with innova
tive design to let you enjoy an excellent form of cardio
vascular exercise in the convenience and privacy of
your home. And when you’re not exercising, the unique
5.0 CROSSTRAINER treadmill can be folded up, requir
ing less than half the floor space of other treadmills. 
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the treadmill
.If you have questions after read
ing this manual, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number and the location of the serial number
decal are shown on the front cover of this manual. 
To avoid a registration fee for any service needed
under warranty, you must register the treadmill at
www.proformservice.com/registration.
Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the labeled parts.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Handrail
Upright
Storage Latch
Accessory Tray
Fan
Key/Clip
Reset/Off 
Circuit Breaker
Walking Belt
Cushioned Walking Platform  Foot Rail
Power Cord
Rear Roller  
Adjustment BoltsConsole Dumbbells
Pulse Sensor 
						

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ASSEMBLY
Tohire an authorized service technician to assemble the treadmill, call tollfree 18004452480.
Assembly requires two persons.
Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials; do not
dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.
Note: The underside of the treadmill walking
belt is coated with highperformance lubricant. During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to
the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant
on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, nonabrasive cleaner.
Assembly requires the included hex keys     and your own Phillips screwdriver                          and 
rubber mallet                       . 
Use the drawings below to identify the assembly hardware. The number in parentheses below each drawing is
the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of the manual. The number after the parentheses
shows the quantity needed for assembly. 
Note: If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it is preat
tached to one of the parts to be assembled. Extra hardware may be included. To avoid damaging plastic
parts, do not use power tools for assembly. 
1.Make sure that the power cord is unplugged.
With the help of a second person, carefully tip
the treadmill onto its left side as shown. Partially
fold the Frame (58) so that the treadmill is more
stable. 
Do not fully fold the Frame yet.
Insert an Extension Leg (89) into the base of the
right Upright (84). Hold an Extension Leg Nut
(67) in the bottom of the Extension Leg, and fin
ger tighten a 2 1/4 Extension Leg Bolt (92) into
the top of the Extension Leg. Next, finger tightena21/2 Extension Leg Bolt (65) into the bottom
of the Extension Leg. 
Firmly tighten the
Extension Leg Bolts.
Slide a Front Endcap (44) onto the base of the
right Upright (84). Finger tighten a Front Endcap
Screw (14) into the Front Endcap and the base.
89
58
44
84
92
14
67
1 Tek Screw (83)–2Extension Leg Nut (67)–2  
Screw (3)–2Handrail Bolt (64)–4 5
2 1/2 Extension Leg Bolt (65)–2
21/4 Extension Leg Bolt (92)–2
Front Endcap
Screw (14)–2
1
65 
						

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4. With the help of a second person, carefully raise
the treadmill to the vertical position. 
Insert the two Handrails (20) into the tubes at
the tops of the Uprights (84). Turn the Handrails
so that the Handrail Bolts (64) can be threaded
into the Handrails 
(see the inset drawing).
Start both Handrail Bolts before tightening either
one.
See steps 1 and 2. Fully tighten the two Front
Endcap Screws (14) (not shown).84
64
64
20
20
2. With the help of a second person, carefully tip
the treadmill onto its right side. 
Insert the other Extension Leg (89) into the base
ofthe left Upright (84). Hold an Extension Leg
Nut (67) in the bottom of the Extension Leg, and
finger tighten a 2 1/4 Extension Leg Bolt (92)
into the top of the Extension Leg. Next, finger
tighten a 2 1/2 Extension Leg Bolt (65) into the
bottom of the Extension Leg. 
Firmly tighten the
Extension Leg Bolts.
Slide the other Front Endcap (44) onto the base
of the left Upright (84). Partially tighten a Front
Endcap Screw (14) into the Front Endcap and
the base.65
44
8414
92
67
2
3. Attach two Base Pads (82) to the base of the
Uprights (84) with two 1 Tek Screws (83). 
84
83
8382
82
3
4
89
20 
						

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If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see
page 16), follow the steps below to install the receiver
includedwith the chest pulse sensor.
1.Make sure that the power cord is unplugged.
Remove the indicated Screw (3) and the Access Door
(76) from the back side of the Console Base (85). 
2. Connect the wire on the receiver (A) to the indicated
wire extending from the Console Base (85).
Hold the re
ceiver so that the small cylinder is oriented as
shown and is facing the Console Back. 
Attach the re
ceiver to the plastic posts on the Access Door (76) with
the two included small screws.
3.
Make sure that no wires are pinched.Reattach the
Access Door (76) with the Screw (3). Discard the other
wires included with the receiver.A
85
Small
Cylinder
3
76
Wire
Small
Screws
5. Attach the Latch Housing (73) to the left Upright
(84) with two Screws (3); 
start both Screws
and then tighten them. Note: Make sure that
the large hole in the Latch Housing is on the
indicated side.
Remove the knob from the Latch Pin (21). Make
sure that the collar and the spring are on the
Latch Pin. (Note: If there are two collars, place
one on each side of the spring.) Next, insert the
Latch Pin into the Latch Housing (73). Then,
tighten the knob onto the Latch Pin.
3
Latch
Pin
Spring
Collar
Knob
73
6.Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill.If there are sheets of clear
plastic on the treadmill decals, remove the plastic. To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the tread
mill. Note: Extra hardware may be included. Keep the included hex key in a secure place; the hex key is used
to adjust the walking belt (see page 20).  
84
Large Hole
5 
						

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT
THEPRELUBRICATED WALKING BELT
Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high
performance lubricant. 
IMPORTANT: Never apply sil
icone spray or other substances to the walking
belt or the walking platform. Such substances will
deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive
wear.
HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD 
Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated
electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by
sudden voltage changes in your home’s power.
Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can 
result from weather conditions or from other appliances
being turned on or off. 
To decrease the possibility of
your treadmill being damaged, always use a surge
suppressor with your treadmill (see drawing 1 at
the right). To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local PROFORM dealer or call the telephone
number on the front cover of this manual and order
part number 146148, or see your local electronics
store.
Use only a singleoutlet surge suppressor that is
UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup
pressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor must have a
ULsuppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less
and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules.
The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for
120 volts AC and 15 amps. There must be a moni
toring light on the surge suppressor to indicate
whether it is functioning properly. Failure to use a
properly functioning surge suppressor could result
in damage to the control system of the treadmill. If
the control system is damaged, the walking belt
may change speed, accelerate, or stop unexpect
edly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.
This product must be grounded. 
If it should malfunc
tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having
an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding
plug. 
Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor,
and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Important: The treadmill is not compatible with
GFCIequipped outlets.
This product is for use on a nominal 120volt circuit,
and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus
trated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that
looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be
used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2pole 
receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly 
grounded outlet is not available. 
The temporary adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed
by a qualified electrician. 
The greencolored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover.
Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place
by a metal screw. 
Some 2pole receptacle outlet box
covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified elec
trician to determine if the outlet box cover is
grounded before using an adapter.
DANGER:Improper connection
of the equipmentgrounding conductor can
result in an increased risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service
man if you are in doubt as to whether the
product is properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug provided with the product—if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet 
installed by a qualified electrician.
1
2Grounded Outlet Box
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounding Plug
Surge Suppressor
Surge Suppressor
Grounding Pin
Adapter
Lug
Metal Screw
Grounded Outlet
Grounding Pin 
						

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE 
The treadmill console offers a selection of features de
signed to make your workouts more effective. 
When you select the manual mode of the console, you
can change the speed and incline of the treadmill with
the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will
display continuous exercise feedback. You can even
measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sen
sor or the optional chest pulse sensor 
(see page 16 for
information about the optional chest pulse sensor).
The console also features four weight loss programs
that automatically control the speed and incline of the
treadmill to help you burn unwanted pounds during
your workouts. 
In addition, the console offers four cross training pro
grams designed to help you to burn calories and en
hance your cardiovascular system while toning and
strengthening your muscles. The cross training pro
grams control the speed and incline of the treadmill
and prompt you to perform a variety of strength exer
cises during your workouts. One upper body program,
one lower body program, and two total body programsare offered. 
Note: The strength exercises require the
use of dumbbells and an inflatable exercise ball (not
included). 
To purchase additional dumbbells or an
exercise ball, call the telephone number on the
front cover of this manual.
To use the manual mode of the console
,follow the
steps beginning on page 11.
To use a weight loss
program
, see page 13. To use a cross training pro
gram
, see page 14.
IMPORTANT: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on
the face of the console, remove the plastic. To pre
vent damage to the walking platform, wear clean
athletic shoes while using the treadmill. The first
time the treadmill is used, observe the alignment of
the walking belt, and center the walking belt if nec
essary (see page 20).
Note: The console can display speed and distance in
either miles or kilometers. To find out which unit of
measurement is selected or to change the unit of mea
surement, see THE INFORMATION MODE on page
16. For simplicity, all instructions in this section refer to
miles.
Clip
CONSOLE DIAGRAM
Key