I've ordered one of these treadmills and I'm starting to worry about how difficult the assembly will be. Can an average mind assemble it?
1099846
Yes. It comes with 6 to 8 screws, and 2 L wrenches. You need a Philips screwdriver to install 2 screws. You might need the second person the install the two legs. I turned the treadmill sideways to install the two legs. After the legs, you would need to install the handlebars, than the dashboard. Relatively easy. Took me 20 minutes by myself. Good Luck.
1099847
Yes. My boyfriend and I put this together in 15 minutes. The 4 bolts on the silver metal bar were a bit tricky to line up with the holes, but still simple for an average person. We've never put anything like this together before and we managed to get it together just fine.
1099848
Super easy, I put it together in about 20-25 minutes myself. The only thing you need other than whats included is a Philips screw driver.
1099849
I actually called my brother in law to assemble it and it took 15 minutes for him and if I had better reading abilities (my vision is affected by a prior stroke I had) I believe I could have accomplished in in very little time myself. Its bulky and it does require turning it on its sides, but it is a simple process and the directions are very lear (according to my sister and brother in law). ten screws to attach four things (wheels, handles and panel)It was the bulkiness of it and the weight that had me calling my brother in law for help more than anything. so yes I think the average mperson could assemble it. I actually called my brother in law to assemble it and it took 15 minutes for him and if I had better reading abilities (my vision is affected by a prior stroke I had) I believe I could have accomplished in in very little time myself. Its bulky and it does require turning it on its sides, but it is a simple process and the directions are very lear (according to my sister and brother in law). ten screws to attach four things (wheels, handles and panel)It was the bulkiness of it and the weight that had me calling my brother in law for help more than anything. so yes I think the average... » Read More I actually called my brother in law to assemble it and it took 15 minutes for him and if I had better reading abilities (my vision is affected by a prior stroke I had) I believe I could have accomplished in in very little time myself. Its bulky and it does require turning it on its sides, but it is a simple process and the directions are very lear (according to my sister and brother in law). ten screws to attach four things (wheels, handles and panel)It was the bulkiness of it and the weight that had me calling my brother in law for help more than anything. so yes I think the average mperson could assemble it. « Show Less
1099850
This was super simple to put together.the big thing is to not crimp the comms hookupOtherwise it was a 15 min set upthis is an extraordinary machine for the price, every day I get out of it is well damm worth it!
1099851
Contrary to what other users have said, I found this extremely difficult to assemble by myself. I never got past the first step, attaching the base to the main unit. I tried the suggested approaches of other commentators with no luck. And forget about contacting Weslo for help. Their customer service is a joke. I called three times to get assistance and just waited and waited in an endless queue. I did reach someone on their chat line, but she was no help whatsoever. I'm waiting for a friend to come and see if the two of us can figure it out.
1099852
I had some trouble assembling mine and it took about an hour. The first step was the hardest. When I laid the frame directly on the floor on its side as described, the base didn't line up at all and it looked like I was going to have to force it into place. That's probably why two people are recommended, one to hold the device and one to assemble. I lined it up better by propping up that end of the frame on 1-2 inches of cardboard so the base lined up way more easily. The rest of assembly was easy by comparison. It is a nice looking model and seems to work fine. I have a lot of experience using treadmills at the gym and this one looks like a good model for the price. I had some trouble assembling mine and it took about an hour. The first step was the hardest. When I laid the frame directly on the floor on its side as described, the base didn't line up at all and it looked like I was going to have to force it into place. That's probably why two people are recommended, one to hold the device and one to assemble. I lined it up better by propping up that end of the frame on 1-2 inches of cardboard so the base lined up way more easily. The rest of assembly was easy by comparison. It is a nice looking model and seems to work fine. I have a lot of experience... » Read More I had some trouble assembling mine and it took about an hour. The first step was the hardest. When I laid the frame directly on the floor on its side as described, the base didn't line up at all and it looked like I was going to have to force it into place. That's probably why two people are recommended, one to hold the device and one to assemble. I lined it up better by propping up that end of the frame on 1-2 inches of cardboard so the base lined up way more easily. The rest of assembly was easy by comparison. It is a nice looking model and seems to work fine. I have a lot of experience using treadmills at the gym and this one looks like a good model for the price. « Show Less
404093
Oh yeah, you will be fine...it's got most of the tools you will need, although they are kinda hard on your hands, but they are at least included...it really wasn't hard, just took some time and patience...the thing to remember with it is to keep looking at the picture of it assembled, as the directions are a bit hazy on one small section of the construction...good luck!
1768869
I know, it need lot of imagination to get it assembled... gosh, I don't remember how I got it at the end, but I did reassemble a few time to get it right. ==" and the end product is ok. Sorry, I wish I could help. :(
199126
I think you could assemble it yourself until you get to the part where you hook up the 2 handles/arms where your hands go and which move forward and backward as you exercise on the machine. Those 2 handles/arms are heavy and more importantly awkward in size and how they are attached to the machine. I would think you'd need the assistance of someone else to hold the handles/arms steady as you fasten them onto the elliptical. Hope that answered your question.
42260
I had to assemble mine. I didn't think it was really very hard. It's worth the effort, I love mine.
743130
My daughter and husband assembled them. They said the first ones were hard, but once they got the hang of them, it went fast and was easy. Is there someone that can help you figure it out?
1678301
Assembly is not too intense. We can send you instructions if you'd like to see them--just email us at cs at clickhere2shop dot com.
2136193
The unit has to be assembled. If you are mechanically inclined, it's not too difficult. However, it is a little tricky and you have to read and understand the instructions carefully.
1224581
How long it takes depends on how good you are at "this" kind of thing. It is not easy - it is not especially difficult. If you follow the directions and are relatively strong - it's not a problem. I would recommend that you assemble it where you are going to use it as it is rather heavy. We didn't have to use any special tools - I can't remember if they came with it, but there was nothing uncommon that we needed to go out and buy.
1835486
I had no problem putting it together. I'm old, disabled and not the brightest bulb in the pack. I'm just a normal person and it was not hard to do.
2059923
very complicated to assemble. be sure you have no distractions and plenty of time and patience. directions are a must !! they need to make it less complicated !!
2240183
It's basically impossible to answer that precisely. The large parts had to be connected together but did not require assembly themselves. It helps to have someone handy help but it comes with two basic tools which are the only tools required. I would not let the assembly aspect daunt you. Its doable and a very good machine especially for the price. Good luck...
1691712
Not difficult at all. My husband put the machine together in fairly short amount of time. The motor is heavy,so be sure you place the machine where you want it, since its difficult to move. I made that mistake.
1257039
It's pretty easy to assemble .. if I can do it you can .. I used the directions that came with it but it is very easy to figure out even without instructions .. contact manufacturer for instructions .. you can do it! good luck
666855
Doesn't take long. However, if you're unfamiliar with bicycle assembly or at least comfortable with basic mechanical assembly, I'd have a shop assemble it for a fee so they can align everything and adjust the brakes and gears. It could be a safety issue if not assembled properly.
111122
I put mine together by myself. Instructions say two people are required, but I'm not a regular guy. It seems like I've seen as a separate item a home installation for this -hey I found the item. Check out http://www.amazon.com/Treadmill-Doctor-Elliptical-Installation-Assembly/dp/B0054K921E/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_1?ie=UTF8&qid;=1411182113&sr;=8-1-fkmr2&keywords;=proform+elliptical+installation. Depending on what your time is worth, this may be an OK deal.
1215688
It wasn't too difficult. If you don't assemble it too tightly it should go pretty quickly. If I were using it like that I think I would try to keep most of the horizontal pieces put together and only take apart the verticals.