ProForm Crosstrainer 55 Manual

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							TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
TROUBLESHOOTING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
EXERCISE GUIDELINES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
PART LIST  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
EXPLODED DRAWING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
The decals shown here have been applied in the lo
cations shown.
If a decal is missing or illegible,
call the telephone number on the front cover of
this manual and request a free replacement
decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.
Note: The decals may not be shown at actual size.
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
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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 persons
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 recommended
for both men and women. 
Always wear ath
letic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare
feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals. 
11. When connecting the power cord (see page
12), plug the power cord into a surge sup
pressor (not included) and plug the surge
suppressor 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 12. 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 25 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 14).
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. 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.) 
21. 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 23.)
You must be able to safely lift 45 lbs. (20 kg)
to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 
22. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the frame is held securely in the
storage position.
23. Never insert any object into any opening on
the treadmill.24. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.
25.
DANGER:Always unplug the power
cord immediately after use, before cleaning the
treadmill, and before performing the maintenance 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.
26. This treadmill is intended for inhome use
only. Do not use this treadmill in a commer
cial, rental, or institutional setting.
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Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM®
5.5 CROSSTRAINER treadmill. The 5.5 CROSS
TRAINER treadmill offers an impressive array of fea
tures designed to make your workouts at home more
enjoyable and effective. And when you’re not exercis
ing, the unique 5.5 CROSSTRAINER treadmill can be
folded up, requiring 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
Accessory Tray
Key/Clip
Reset/Off 
Circuit Breaker
Walking Belt
Platform Cushion  Foot Rail
Power Cord
Rear Roller  
Adjustment BoltsConsole
Pulse Sensor 
						

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ASSEMBLY
Tohire an authorized service technician to assemble the treadmill, call 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 is a normal condition and does not affect treadmill perfor
mance. 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                              , 
adjustable wrench                      , scissors                , 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 this manual. The number after the parentheses
is the quantity needed for assembly. 
Note: If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it is preattached to
one of the parts to be assembled. To avoid damaging plastic parts, do not use power tools for assembly.
Extra hardware may be included.
3/8 Nut (8)–2
#8 x 1 Tek Screw (2)–4
Base Pad Spacer
(13)–2
33/8 Star
Washer (9)–8
#10 x 3/4
Screw (5)–2
#8 x 3/4
Screw (12)–14
#10 Star
Washer (27)–2
 #8 x 3/4 Endcap
Screw (16)–2
3/8 x 1 1/4 Bolt (7)–4
33/8 x 4 Bolt (6)–4
3/8 x 2 Bolt (4)–2
5Bolt Spacer (80)–4 
						

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3. Identify the Right Upright (78) and the Right
Upright Spacer (79), which are marked with
stickers. Insert the Upright Wire (38) through the
Right Upright Spacer as shown.
See the inset drawing.Tie the long tie in the
Right Upright (78) securely around the end of
the Upright Wire (38). With the help of a second
person, hold the Right Upright near the Base
(83). Then, pull the other end of the long tie until
the Upright Wire is routed completely through
the Right Upright. 
83
38
78
7938
3
2. Remove the 3/8 Nut (8), the 3/8 x 2 Bolt (4),
and the shipping bracket (C) from the Base (83).
Attach a Wheel (84) with the Bolt and the Nut
that you just removed. 
Do not overtighten the
Nut; the Wheel must turn freely. 
Discard the
shipping bracket.
83
4
C
8
2
84
Long
Tie
78
38
1.Make sure that the power cord is unplugged.
With the help of a second person, carefully tip
the treadmill onto its left side. Partially fold the
Frame (56) so that the treadmill is more stable;
do not fully fold the Frame yet.
Remove and discard the two indicated bolts (A)
and the shipping bracket (B).
Cut the tie securing the Upright Wire (38) to the
Base (83). Use the tie to pull the Upright Wire
out of the indicated hole.
Attach a Base Pad (81) to the Base (83) in the
location shown with a Base Pad Spacer (13) and
a#8 x 1 Tek Screw (2). Then, attach another
Base Pad (81) with only a #8 x 1 Tek Screw (2).
83
2
56
BA
81
1
812
38
Tie
Hole
13
Long
Tie 
						

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6. Set the Left Upright Spacer (76) on the Base
(83). With the help of a second person, hold a
Bolt Spacer (80) inside the lower end of the Left
Upright (74). Insert a 3/8 x 4 Bolt (6) with a
3/8 Star Washer (9) into the Left Upright and
the Bolt Spacer. 
Repeat this step with a sec
ond Bolt Spacer (80), 3/8 x 4 Bolt (6), and
3/8 Star Washer (9).
Set the Left Upright in the
Left Upright Spacer.
Partially tighten the 3/8 x 4 Bolts (6); 
do not
fully tighten the Bolts yet.
Press a Base Endcap (77) into the Base (83).
With the help of a second person, tip the tread
mill so that the Base (83) is flat on the floor.
76
74
6
83
77
6
5. With the help of a second person, carefully tip
the treadmill onto its right side. Partially fold the
Frame (56) so the treadmill is more stable; 
do
not fully fold the Frame yet.
Remove and discard the two indicated bolts (A)
and the shipping bracket (B).
Attach a Base Pad (81) to the Base (83) in the
location shown with a #8 x 1 Tek Screw (2) and
aBase Pad Spacer (13). Then, attach another
Base Pad (81) with only a #8 x 1 Tek Screw (2).
Remove the 3/8 Nut (8), the 3/8 x 2 Bolt (4),
and the shipping bracket (C) from the Base (83).
Attach a Wheel (84) with the Bolt and the Nut
that you just removed. 
Do not overtighten the
Nut; the Wheel must turn freely. 
Discard the
shipping bracket.
5
83
BA
84
56
8C
81
24
2
4. Set the Right Upright Spacer (79) on the Base
(83). 
Make sure the Upright Wire (38) is not
pinched. 
With the help of a second person, hold
a Bolt Spacer (80) inside the lower end of the
Right Upright (78). Insert a 3/8 x 4 Bolt (6) witha3/8 Star Washer (9) into the Right Upright
and the Bolt Spacer. 
Repeat this step with a
second Bolt Spacer (80), 3/8 x 4 Bolt (6),
and 3/8 Star Washer (9).
Set the Right Upright
into the Right Upright Spacer.  
Partially tighten the 3/8 x 4 Bolts (6); 
do not
fully tighten the Bolts yet.
Press a Base Endcap (77) into the Base (83).
79
78
77
6
4
389
9
83
80
81
13
80 
						

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9. Attach the Pulse Bar Bottom (95) to the Left
Handrail (33) and the Right Handrail (34) with
two #10 x 3/4 Screws (5) and two #10 Star
Washers (27).
Remove the long tie from the Upright Wire (38).9
95
5
538
34
33
27
27
Long Tie
7. Press a Front Handrail Endcap (97) into the Left
Handrail (33). Attach the Front Handrail Endcap
with a #8 x 3/4 Endcap Screw (16).
Slide the Left Collar (47) onto the Left Upright
(74). 
Align the large holes in the Left Collar
with the large holes in the Left Upright. 
Set
the Left Handrail (33) on the Left Collar.
Attach the Left Handrail (33) with two 3/8 x 
11/4 Bolts (7) and two 3/8 Star Washers (9).
Firmly tighten the Bolts.
Tighten two #8 x 3/4 Screws (12) into the Left
Collar (47).
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8. Hold the Right Handrail (34) near the Right
Upright (78). Insert the Upright Wire (38)
through the Right Collar (60), into the hole in the
bottom of the Right Handrail, and out of the
large hole in the side of the Right Handrail. 
See the inset drawing.Insert the included plas
tic tie through the holes in the Right Handrail
(34) as shown. Look inside the Right Handrail.
Make sure that the plastic tie holds the
Upright Wire (38) to the side as shown in the
inset drawing. 
Tighten the plastic tie.
Press a Front Handrail Endcap (97) into the
Right Handrail (34). Attach the Front Handrail
Endcap with a #8 x 3/4 Endcap Screw (16).
Attach the Right Handrail (34) with two 3/8 x 1
1/4 Bolts (7) and two 3/8 Star Washers (9).
Firmly tighten the Bolts.
Tighten two #8 x 3/4 Screws (12) into the Right
Collar (60).
8
33
60
78
97
38
34
12 7
9 Plastic TieLarge
Hole16
74
479
12
7
97
38
34Tie
60
Hole
Hole 
						

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12. Identify the Storage Latch (53). Remove the tie
from the end of the tube. Make sure that the
sleeve has been slid over the indicated hole and
that the Latch Knob (54) is locked into the hole.
Pull on the sleeve to make sure that it is
locked into place.54
Sleeve
HoleTube
53
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10. With the help of a second person, hold the con
sole assembly near the Right Handrail (34) and
the Left Handrail (not shown). 
Connect the Upright Wire (38) to the console
wire. 
See the inset drawing. The connectors
should slide together easily and snap into
place.
If they do not, turn one connector and try
again. 
IF THE CONNECTORS ARE NOT CON
NECTED PROPERLY, THE CONSOLE MAY
BE DAMAGED WHEN YOU TURN ON THE
POWER.
Insert the connectors and the excess
wire into the Right Handrail (34).
Console
Assembly
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11.Connect the console ground wire to the handrail
ground wire.
Set the console assembly on the Right Handrail
(34) and the Left Handrail (33). 
Make sure that
the wire harnesses are not pinched. 
Attach
the console assembly with ten #8 x 3/4 Screws
(12). 
Start all the Screws before tightening
any of them.
Cut the plastic tie off the Right Handrail (34).
See steps 4 and 6.Firmly tighten the four 3/8 x
4 Bolts (6).
Console Assembly
Ground Wires11
Console
Wire
Console
Wire
38
38
34
1212 Plastic
Tie
12
1212
12
33
34