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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
HOW TO USE THE PROFORM
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975S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
HOW TO USE THE PULSE SENSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions before
using the PROFORM
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975s.
1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the 975s.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the 975s are adequately
informed of all precautions. Use the 975s
only as described in this manual.
3. Use the 975s indoors on a level surface.
Keep the 975s away from moisture and
dust. Place a mat under the 975s to protect
the floor or carpet.
4. Inspect and tighten all parts regularly.
Replace any worn parts immediately.
5. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the 975s at all times.
6. The 975s should not be used by persons
weighing more than 250 pounds.
7. Wear appropriate clothing when exercising;
do not wear loose clothing that could
become caught on the 975s. Always wear
athletic shoes when using the 975s.
8. Always keep your back straight when using
the 975s. Do not arch your back.
9. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time
while exercising, stop immediately and
begin cooling down.
10. The 975s is intended for in-home use only.
Do not use the 975s in a commercial, rental,
or institutional setting.
11. CAUTION DECAL PLACEMENT: The decal
shown below has been placed on the 975s.
If the decal is missing, or if it is not legible,
please call our toll-free HELPLINE to order a
free replacement decal. Apply the decal in
the location shown.
WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is espe-
cially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. Read
all instructions before using. SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
Decal shown at
75% actual size
