Argos Opti Owner's manual

Important – Please read these instructions fully before assembly or use
These instructions contain important information which will help you get the best from your
equipment and ensure safe and correct assembly, use and maintenance.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline:
0345 600 1714
Magnetic Exercise Bike
Assembly & User Instructions - Please keep for future reference 607/7635
http://www.argoshelpdesk.co.uk
or visit www.argos-support.co.uk

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Contents
Safety Information
Components - Parts
Components - Fixings
Assembly Instructions
Exercising Information
Before starting
Muscle chart
Warming up and cooling down
Care and Maintenance
Explodes Parts Diagram
Parts List
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5-9
10-14
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12-13
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16
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Computer Operation 14

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Safety Information
Important–Please read fully before assembly or use
This exercise equipment is built for optimum safety. However, certain precautions apply whenever you
operate a piece of exercise equipment. Be sure to read the entire manual before you assemble, operate
or use this equipment.
• The product must be installed on a stable and level
surface. To protect the floor or carpet from damage,
place a mat under the exercise bike.
• Assemble the item as close to its final position
(in the same room) as possible.
• Make sure you have enough space to layout the
parts before starting.
• Keep children and animals away from the work area,
small parts could pose a choking hazard if swallowed.
• Dispose of all packaging carefully and responsibly.
• Check you have all the components and tools listed
in the parts list, bearing in mind that, for ease of
assembly, some components are pre-assembled.
• The assembly of this equipment is best carried out
by 2 people.
• It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all
users of this product are properly informed as to how
to use this product safely.
• This product is intended for domestic use only.
Do not use in any commercial, rental, or institutional
setting.
• Use the equipment only for intended use, as
described in this manual. Do not use attachments
not recommended by the manufacturer.
• Keep this equipment indoors, away from moisture
and dust. Do not put the equipment in a garage,
outbuilding, covered patio, or near water.
• Your product is intended for use in clean dry
conditions. You should avoid storage in excessively
cold or damp places as this may lead to corrosion and
other related problems that are outside our control.
• Keep unsupervised children away from the
equipment.
• Disabled persons should not use the equipment
without a qualified person or doctor in attendance.
Warning: Before beginning any exercise program, consult your Doctor. This is especially
important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. You
MUST read all instructions before using any fitness equipment. Argos and its associates assumes no
responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
•Always wear appropriate workout clothing when
exercising. Do not wear loose or baggy clothing, as it
may get caught in the equipment. Wear trainers to
protect your feet while exercising.
• Do not place any sharp objects around the equipment.
• Keep hands away from all moving parts.
• If any of the adjustment devices are left projecting,
they could interfere with the user’s movement.
• Before using the equipment to exercise, always
perform stretching exercises to properly warm up.
• Only one person at a time should use the equipment.
• If the user experiences dizziness, nausea, chest pain,
or other abnormal symptoms stop the workout and seek
immediate medical attention.
• Injuries to health may result from incorrect or excessive
training.
• This product is suitable for a maximum user weight of:
100kg.
• This product conforms to: BS EN ISO 20957-1 and -5
Class (H) - Home Use - Class (C).
• This stationary training equipment is not suitable for
high accuracy purposes
• The braking system is adjustable.
• Always examine your exercise bike before use to
ensure all parts are in working order.
• Never insert any object or body parts into any opening.
Battery safety
• Warning: Incorrect installation of batteries may
cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in
damage to the computer.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, or
batteries of different types.
• Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
• Do not dispose of batteries with
normal household waste, take to a local recycling
centre.
Assembly
Use
Over exercising may result in serious injury or death. If you feel faint stop exercising immediately.
Warning! Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate. For the most accurate heart rate measure,
please hold both hand pulse sensors continuously during any programme.

Components - Parts
Please check you have all the parts listed below
If you have damaged or missing components,
call the Customer Helpline: 0345 600 1714
Note: Some of the smaller components may be pre-fitted to larger components. Please check carefully
before contacting Argos regarding any missing components.
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1. Main frame X1 2. Front stabilizer X1 5. Rear stabilizer X1
12. Front postX1
19. Seat X1 20. Seat PostX1
23. Adjustment knob X1
26. Pedal ( Left )X1
27. Pedal ( Right ) X1
31. ComputerX1 32. Handle barX1

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Please check you have all the fixings listed below
Note:
Components - Fixings
Allen key x 1
Domed nut (M8) x 4
carriage bolt (M8 x 60) x 4
Washer (Ø8) x 3
Curved washer (Ø8) x 8
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Allen key bolt ( M8 X 15) x 4
17
10
Lock nut (M8) x 3
21 22
3
Handlebar knob ( M8) x 1
24
36
Washer ( Ø8 x Ø16 ) x 1
25
Fixing screw ( M5 X 10) x 2
28
Multi tool x 1Plug x 1
The quantities below are the correct amount to complete the assembly. In some cases more hardware
may be supplied than are required. Some of the fixings are pre-fitted to the larger components. Please
check carefully before contacting Argos regarding any missing fixings.

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Assembly Instructions
Total mass of the product is 18.2 kg. The size of the equipment is (width) 51cm X (depth) 80cm X
(height) 128cm.
1
26
12
32
31
18
19
31. Computer
18. Tension control knob
19. Seat
20. Seat post
32. Handlebar
12. Front post
1. Main frame

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Step 1
Step 1
Step 2
Take the Front Post (pt.12)
and join the Upper
Sensor Wire (pt.15) with
Lower Sensor Wire ( pt.16).
Then connect the Upper
cable wire ( pt.13) to the
Tension Hook ( pt.14 ).
(See figure shown)
Slide the Front Post (pt.12)
into the front post housing,
then fix using 4 sets of M8
x 15mm Allen Key Bolts
(pt.17) and Ø8 Curved
Washers (pt.11).
Note: Before connecting
the tension cables, please
switch the tension knob to
"8"
Attach the Front
Stabilizer (pt.2) and Rear
Stabilizers (pt.5) to the
Main Frame (pt.1) using 4
sets of M8 Domed Nuts
(pt.10), Ø8 Curved
Washers (pt.11) and M8 x
60mm Carriage Bolts
(pt.3).
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3
12
13
14
15
16
17
17
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18
11
11
110
10
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5
Assembly Instructions

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Assembly Instructions
Step 3
Step 4
Attach the Handlebar
(pt.32) to the Front Post
(pt.12), fix with Ø8
Washer (pt.25) and
Handlebar Adjustment
Knob (pt.24).
Adjustment of the
handlebar.
To adjust the handlebar,
loosen handlebar locking
knob (pt.24) anti- clock-
wise.Rotate the handlebar
(pt.32) to required position.
Lock handlebar (pt.32) by
firmly tightening clockwise
locking knob (pt.24)
Fix the Seat (pt.19) to
the Seat post (pt.20) by
using 3 sets of Ø8
Washers (pt.22) and M8
Lock Nuts (pt.21) located
under the seat.
12
24
25
32
19
20
21
22

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Assembly Instructions
Step 5
Step 6
Insert the Seat Post
(pt.20) into the Seat Post
housing and line up the
holes (The correct height
adjustment can be made
when the bike is fully
assembled) Secure the
seat in position with the
Adjustment Knob (pt.23).
The Pedals (pt.26 &
pt.27) are marked "L"
and "R" - Left and Right.
Connect them to their
appropriate Crank Arms
(pt.7). The right crank
arm is on the right hand
side of the bike as you sit
on it. Note that the Right
Pedal (pt.27) should be
threaded on clockwise
and the Left pedal pt.26)
anti-clockwise.
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23
20
NOTICE!
The "STOP" is the
minimum insertion
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27
26 7
STOP
The seat height is correct
when the knee is slightly
angled with the pedal
vertically down and the foot
parallel to the floor.

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Assembly Instructions
0.6m
(Free area )
0.6m
(Free area )
0.6m
(Free area )
0.6m
(Free area )
Step 7
Workout Area
You can adjust the
tension by turning control
knob by “+” for more
resistance or “-” for less
during training.
The free area must be at
least 0.6m greater than
the training area.
This is a space where you
can safely dismount,
without obstruction, in
case of an emergency.
Where two pieces of
equipment are positioned
adjacent to each other the
free area may be shared.
bike and user
Training area 1.2m
28
31
30
29
15
38
37
36
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Take Pulse plug wire
(pt.29) and put it through
the hole of Front post
(pt.12), then insert the
Plug (pt.36) into the hole
of Front post (pt.12).
Connect the Pulse plug
wire (pt.29) to the Pulse
sensor wire on computer
(pt37) and join the Upper
sensor wire (pt.15) with
Computer sensor wire
(pt.38), then slide the
Computer (pt.31) onto the
Computer bracket and
then fixing with 2 x M5
Fixed screw (pt.28).
37
29
31
38
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Exercise Information
Before starting
Tailor your exercise program according to your physical condition. If you have been inactive for
several years, or are overweight, you must start slowly and increase your time on the equipment;
a few minutes per workout increase is advisable.
Initially, you may be able to exercise only for a few minutes in your target zone, however, your aerobic fitness
will improve over the next six to eight weeks. Don’t be discouraged if it takes longer. It’s important to work
at your own pace.
Please remember these essentials:
•Have your doctor review your training and diet programs to advise you of a workout routine you should adopt.
•Begin your training program slowly with realistic goals.
•Monitor your pulse frequently. Establish your target heart rate based on your age and condition.
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80
100
120
140
160
180
200
Beats per minute (bpm)
25
Age
30 35 40 45 50 55 60 70
Cardiovascular
performance
Intermediate aerobic
Effective fat burning
Up to 55%
55% to 65%
65% to 85%
85% to Max
During the first few months of your exercise program, keep your heart rate near the low end of your target zone
as you exercise. After a few months, your heart rate can be increased gradually until it is near the middle of
your target zone as you exercise.
To measure your heart rate, stop exercising but continue moving your legs or
walking around and place two fingers on your wrist. Take a six-second heartbeat
count and multiply the results by 10 to find your heart rate. For example, if your
six-second heartbeat count is 14, your head rate is 140 beats per minute.
(A six-seconds count is used because your heart rate will drop rapidly when you
stop exercising.) Adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is at the
required leve. .l
Exercise intensity
To maximize the benefits of exercising, it is important to exercise at an appropriate ytisnetniehT.ytisnetni
level can be found by using your heart rate as a guide. For effective aerobic exercise, your heart rate should
be maintained at a level between 65% and 85% of your maximum heart rate as you exercise. This is known as
your target zone. You can find your target zone in the table below.
• Set up your equipment on a flat even surface with adequate training area, as prescribed in this manual.

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Aerobic Exercise
Aerobicexercise improves the fitness of your lungs and heart - your body’s most important muscle. Aerobic
exercise is promoted by any activity that uses your large muscles (arms, legs, or buttock, for example).
fnIesicrexE ormation
Muscle chart
Targeted Muscle Groups
The exercise routine that is performed on the Exercise Bike will develop the lower body
muscle groups. These muscle groups are highlighted on the muscle chart below.
A: Trapezius
B: Anterior Deltoid
C: Pectoralis Major
D: Serratus Anterior
E: Biceps
F: Abdominal
G: Sartorius
H: Quadriceps
I: Tibialis Anterior
J: Trapezius
K: Posterior Deltoid
L: Triceps
M: Latissimus Dorsi
N: Gluteals
O: Hamstrings
P: Gastrocnemius
Weight Training
Along with aerobic exercising which helps get rid of and keep off the excess fat that our bodies can store,
weight training is an essential part of the ex W.enituoresicre eight training helps tone, build and
strengthen muscle. If you are working above your target zone, you may want to do a lower number of reps.
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B
C
E
F
G
H
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J
K
L
M
N
O
P
D
Front Back

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Warming up and Cooling down
Each workout should include the following three parts:
1. A warm-up, consisting of 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and light exercise. A proper warm-up increases your
body temperature, heart rate, and circulation in preparation for exercise.
2. Training zone exercise, consisting of 20 to 30 minutes of exercising with your heart rate in your training
zone. (Note: During the first few weeks of your exercise program, do not keep your heart rate in your training
zone for longer than 20 minutes.)
3. A cool-down, with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching. This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will help
to reduce post-exercise muscle soreness.
Hamstring stretch
Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the
opposite foot toward you and rest it against the
inner thigh of your extended leg. Reach toward
your toes as far as possible.
Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times for each leg.
Stretches: Hamstrings, lower back and groin.
Toe touch stretch
Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly
bend forward from your hips. Allow your back
and shoulders to relax as you reach down
toward your toes as far as possible.
Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times.
Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees and back.
Exercise Frequency
To maintain or improve your fitness,plan three workouts each week, with at least one day of rest between
workouts. After a few months of regular exercise, you may complete up to five workouts each week, if desired.
Remember, the key to success is make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life.
Suggested Stretches
For a correct warm up, see the following basic stretching exercises. Move slowly as you stretch, never bounce.
Exercise Information

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Calf/achilles stretch
With one leg in front of the other, reach forward
and place your hands against a wall. Keep your
back leg straight and your back foot flat on the
floor. Bend your front leg, lean forward and move
your hips toward the wall.
Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times for each leg. To cause further
stretching of the achilles tendons, bend your
back leg as well.
Stretches: Calves, achilles tendons and ankles.
Quadriceps stretch
With one hand against the wall for balance,
reach back and grasp one foot with your other
hand. Keeping your bent knee pointing directly
downward towards the floor, gentle pull your
heel towards your buttock until you feel a gentle
stretch in the target area.
Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times for each leg.
Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.
Inner thigh stretch
Sit with the soles of your feet together and your
knees outward. Pull your feet toward your groin
area as far as possible.
Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times.
Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.
Exercise Information

Computer operation
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Functions and Operations
1.Batteries Installation
Please install 2 piece of AAA 1.5V batteries in the battery case on the back of monitor.
(Whenever Batteries are removed, all the functions values will be reset to zero.)
2.Auto On/Off
While the user starts to do exercise, the Display will show out the workout value automatically. Once stop
exercising over 256 sec, the Display will turn off, and all the function values will be held. While user starts
exercise again, the monitor will be wake up.
** Press the button for 2 seconds, all the function value except Odometer will be reset to zero.
3.Auto Scan
After the monitor is power on or press the button, the LCD will display all functions values from
TIME- SPEED-DISTANCE-CALORIES-ODOMETER-PULSE. Each value will be held for 6 seconds.
4.Speed
Display the current training speed from 0.00 to 999.9 km/h. User also can press the button to display
the Speed value.
5.Distance
Display the trip distance from 0.00 to 99.99 km. User also can press the button to display the distance
value.
6.Time
Display the workout time from 00:00 to 99:59. User also can press the button to display the workout time
value.
7.Calories
Display the calories consumption during training from 0.0 to 999.9. User also can press the button to display
the calories consumption value.
8.Odometer
Display the total accumulated distance from 0.0 to 9999. User also can press the button to display the
Odometer value
9.Pulse
Display the current heart rate in beats per minute.
10.Reset
Press the button for 2 seconds, all the function value except Odometer will be reset to zero.
Note:
1.If the computer displays abnormally, please re-install the battery and try again.
2.Battery Spec: 1.5V AAA (2PCS).
3.The batteries must be removed from the appliance before it is scrapped and that they are disposed of
safety.
4.WARNING! Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate. Over exercise may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint stop exercising immediately”.
Exercise Information
Change the battery. To change the computer battery, please slide the computer from the computer holder, remove
the battery cover on the back of the computer console, and remove the batteries. Replace with AAA batteries.
Finally put the cover back on the console, and slide the computer back on the computer holder.
BUTTON
1. Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
2. Rechargeable batteries are only to be
charged under adult supervision.
3. Rechargeable batteries are to be removed
from the product before being charged.
4. Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.
5. Exhausted batteries are to be removed from
the product.
6. Supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.

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Care and Maintenance
Using the Workout Bench
1.The safety level of the equipment can only be maintained if it is examined regularly for damage and
wear e.g.ropes, pulleys and connection points.
2. Lubricate moving parts with light oil periodically to prevent premature wear. To prevent damage to the
3. Inspect and tighten all parts before using the equipment, replace defective components immediately
4. The equipmen can be cleaned using a damp cloth and mild non-abrasivedetergent.
Do not use solvents.
Guarantee:
For guarantee purposes, please retain your purchase receipt.
Information for Users on Disposal of old Equipment and Batteries
These symbols indicate that equipment with these
symbols should not be disposed of as general household
waste. If you want to dispose of the product or battery,
please consider the collection systems or facilities for
appropriate recycling.
Products
Battery
Notice: The sign Pb below
the symbol for batteries
indicates that this battery
contains lead.
and/or keep the equipment out of use until repair. Pay special attention to components most susceptible
computer, keep liquids away and keep it out of direct sunlight.
to wear.
1. Computer not working correctly. If your computer is not working correctly, please check whether the
lower sensor wire is connected to the upper sensor wire, and make sure the upper sensor wire is plugged
into the computer. When you have checked the above, and the computer still not working, then please
make sure the batteries are installed correctly in the computer and that the batteries are still working.
2. No resistance. If there is no tension resistance on the bike, please make sure the upper tension cable
is connected to the lower tension cable.
5. Do not. attempt to repair this equipment yourself. Should assembly, operation or use of your exercise
product or if you think that you may have parts missing, contact the
Customer Helpline: 0345 600 1714. www.argos-support.co.uk.
Trouble shooting

Exploded Parts Diagram
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Parts List
Using the Workout Bench
Part Description Qty Part Qty
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
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Main frame
Front stabilizer
Carriage bolt ( M8 x 60 )
End cap
Rear stabilizer
Rear end cap (Angle adjustable)
Crank arm ( L + R )
Chain cover ( right )
Chain cover ( left )
Domed nut ( M8 )
Curved washer ( Ø8 )
Front post
Upper cable wire
Lower cable hook
Upper sensor wire
Lower sensor wire
Allen key bolt ( M8 x 15 )
Tension control knob
1
1
4
2
1
2
1
1
1
4
8
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
Seat 1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
55
56
57
Description
Square buckle
C shape buckle
Cross bolt ( M5 × 40 )
Magnetic wheel group
Magnet frame
Hexagon bolt ( M10 × 70 )
Washer ( Ø10 )
Lock nut ( M10 )
Hooking spring
Limit bolt group
Cross screw ( ST4.8×13 )
Sensor buckle
Round Bush( Ø50 to D38 )
Dust plug
Crank plug
Nine piece transfer motion set
Belt 350 / J6
Cross screw ( T4.2×19 )
Cross screw ( ST4.8×19 )
Cross screw ( T4.8×25 )
1
2
6
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
1
3
3
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
2
2
2
36
37
38
Seat Post
Lock nut (M8)
Washer (Ø8)
Adjustment knob
Handlebar knob ( M8 )
Washer ( Ø8 x Ø16 )
Pedal ( Left )
Pedal ( Right )
Fixing screw ( M5 x 10 )
Pulse plug wire
Computer bracket
Computer
Handle bar
Pulse sensor
Foam grip
Round End cap
Plug
Pulse sensor wire on computer
Computer sensor wire
1
2
1
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Guarantee
This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase.
Any defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship will either be replaced,
refunded or repaired free of charge where possible during this period by the dealer
from whom you purchased the unit.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
• The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, cabinet parts, knobs
or consumable items.
• The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions contained in this manual.
• It must be used solely for domestic purpose.
• The guarantee will be rendered invalided if the product is re-sold or has been
damaged by inexpert repair.
• Specifications are subject to change without notice.
• The manufacturer disclaims any liability for the incidental or consequential damages.
• The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.
• In the event of a problem with the product with in the guarantee period call the
Customer Helpline: 0345 600 1714.
Guarantor: Argos Ltd
489 - 499 Avebury Boulevard
Central Milton Keynes
MK9 2NW
Product Guarantee
This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of
Year
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