Bodyguard E390X Setup guide

Part. no. 691014 (RA)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE...............................................................................................................4
1. OPERATING YOUR E230X / E250X / E390X .........................................................................5
1.1 GETTING TO KNOW THE E230X /E250X /E390X .................................................................................................................7
AHEART RATE WINDOW .................................................................................................................................................7
BCLOCK ............................................................................................................................................................................7
CPROFILE DISPLAY .........................................................................................................................................................7
1) E230X model ...................................................................................................................................................................7
2) E250X model (three colors) .............................................................................................................................................7
DSELECT KEYS ................................................................................................................................................................7
ESCROLLING SCREEN ....................................................................................................................................................7
FMAIN KEYPAD ................................................................................................................................................................8
GX-CARDTM .......................................................................................................................................................................8
HPROGRAM QUICKEYS (E250X/E390X).........................................................................................................................8
IQUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS AND SEGMENT RESISTANCE (E250X/E390X) ............................................8
JHEART RATE TRAINING ZONE .....................................................................................................................................9
KGOAL DISPLAY (E250X/E390X).....................................................................................................................................9
1.2 PAUSE DURING AN EXERCISE ..............................................................................................................................................9
1.3 VIEWING EXERCISE PARAMETERS ........................................................................................................................................9
1.4 AUTO POWER OFF.............................................................................................................................................................9
2. SETTING UP THE COMPUTER TO YOUR ENVIRONMENT..................................................10
2.1 Access to Settings Menu ..............................................................................................................................................10
2.2 Language Selection......................................................................................................................................................10
2.3 Distance Unit ................................................................................................................................................................10
2.4 Weight Unit Feature......................................................................................................................................................10
2.5 Warm Up ......................................................................................................................................................................11
2.6 Cool Down....................................................................................................................................................................11
2.7 Beeper..........................................................................................................................................................................12
2.8 User Identification.........................................................................................................................................................12
2.9 Pause Time ..................................................................................................................................................................13
2.10 Edit Welcome Message................................................................................................................................................14
2.11 Saving Option ...............................................................................................................................................................14
2.12 Clock ............................................................................................................................................................................14
2.13 Segment Duration.........................................................................................................................................................15
2.14 Auto Power Off .............................................................................................................................................................15
3. E230X /E250X /E390X EXERCISE PROGRAMS .................................................................16
3.1 JUSTGO ........................................................................................................................................................................17
3.2 BE ACTIVE ......................................................................................................................................................................18
3.3 BODY SHAPE ..................................................................................................................................................................26
3.4 HEART RATE .................................................................................................................................................................32
3.5 CUSTOM PROGRAM .........................................................................................................................................................36
3.6 OUTDOORS ...................................................................................................................................................................39
3.7 SPORTS TRAINING .........................................................................................................................................................42
3.8 FITNESS TEST.................................................................................................................................................................47
3.9 ADD TIME .......................................................................................................................................................................48
4. HEART RATE MONITORING ...............................................................................................49
4.1 CONTACT HEART RATE SYSTEM.........................................................................................................................................49
4.2 HEART RATE CHEST STRAP...............................................................................................................................................49
5. COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS ................................................................................................51
6. MAINTENANCE INFORMATION..........................................................................................54
6.1 GENERAL CARE ............................................................................................................................................................................54
6.2 QUICK TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST .........................................................................................................................................55

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Thank You for Purchasing a Bodyguard®Product
BODYGUARD®Fitness is dedicated to designing and manufacturing the best performing fitness equipment on the market.
This manual outlines the use, safety, and basic maintenance of your E230X / E250X / E390X Elliptical by BODYGUARD®
Fitness.
Whenever your E230X / E250X / E390X requires maintenance, be prepared to provide your BODYGUARD® Fitness dealer with
the machine’s model number, serial number, and date of purchase. The model number and the serial number are located at the
front of the machine, near the ON/OFF switch. Enter the model number, serial number, and all other important information in the
space provided.
Product name
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Dealer’s name
Retailer’s telephone number
Please fill out the warranty registration form and return it to BODYGUARD® Fitness within 30 days of the date of purchase for
registration of your E230X / E250X / E390X Elliptical. Your returned warranty registration card is important in helping us keep
you up-to-date on all the latest upgrades for your E230X / E250X / E390X. Also, the warranty card is used to establish your
actual purchase date.
Note: Please be advised that if you omit to send your warranty card at BODYGUARD®, we will use the dealer purchase date to
honour the warranty time.
You can also register online at : www.bodyguardfitness.com

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Important Safety Notice
READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO ASSEMBLE OR USE THIS EXERCISE EQUIPMENT
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
To ensure that you get the maximum benefit from the engineering that has gone into your machine, we recommend that you
read this manual carefully before attempting to assemble and use the E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical. Save these instructions
and refer to this manual if you are unfamiliar with the operation of the E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical.
WARNING – We recommend that you read this instruction manual carefully before you begin using this machine. Use of this
equipment by persons with heart or other medical problems may result in serious injuries. It is recommended that you consult a
physician before using this machine. It is also recommended that you periodically consult your physician as you continue to use
this equipment. Immediately cease exercise if you feel, dizzy, faint, or short of breath. Use of this equipment in a manner other
than as prescribed in this instruction manual may result in serious injuries.
For Your Personal Safety
Do not place towels or clothing on any part of the elliptical.
Do not place liquids near the electric power plug, ON/OFF switch, or any other part of the elliptical. Only the bottle holder is
allowed.
Before disconnecting the power supply, exit the program screen, then turn the power OFF. To reduce any risk of electrical shock,
do not unplug the machine by pulling on the power cord. Gently remove the plug from the wall outlet.
Do not operate the elliptical if the power cord is damaged or if the elliptical isn’t working correctly. If the power cord is damaged,
please contact your distributor or manufacturer to get it replaced.
Keep the power cord away from all moving parts of the elliptical, such as the rear wheels and transport wheels.
If you need to use an extension cord, make sure it is of the same gauge as the power cord (18 AWG). Keep all extension cords
clear of all moving parts of the elliptical.
Place the machine in a way that the power can be easily disconnected by pulling the power cord.
Do not let children near the elliptical when it is in operation or if they are unsupervised.
The elliptical must never be used by more than one person at a time.
Always face the computer when using the machine.
Do not store the elliptical too close to furniture or other obstacles. Keep the sides and rear clear of any obstacles.
Wear proper exercise clothing when using the elliptical.
Electrical Information
WARNING – To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this machine to rain or moisture. Refer servicing to
qualified Bodyguard®Service personnel only.
Should you need more information, you can call our Customer Service Department at: 1-418-228-8934 or 1-888-407-3784.

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1. OPERATING YOUR E230X / E250X / E390X
Each E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical contains an L.E.D. (light emitting diode) computer display. The control functions, with
their unique features and programs, have been designed with you in mind, to offer the best possible exercise by displaying
important and clear information regarding your exercise goal.
The E230X model has the following display features:
- A: Heart rate window
- B: Clock
- C: 10.5 cm x 7.5 cm profile display (4.25" x 2.75")
- D: Select keys
- E: Scrolling screen
- F: Main keypad
- G: X-CARDTM slot
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The E250X / E390X models have the following display features:
- A: Heart rate window
- B: Clock
- C: 10.5 cm x 7.5 cm profile display (4.25" x 2.75") (three colors on the E250X / E390X only)
- D: Select keys
- E: Scrolling screen
- F: Main keypad
- G: X-CARDTM slot
- H: Program quickeys (E250X / E390X only)
- I: QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC keys (E250X / E390X only)
- J: Heart rate training zone (E250X / E390X only)
- K: Goal display (E250X / E390X only)
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1.1 Getting to know the E230X / E250X / E390X
A HEART RATE WINDOW
The heart rate window lets you monitor your heart rate at a glance. The number displayed represents beats per minute.
B CLOCK
Allows you to see the time of day when you’re in a workout. See Settings Section 2.12.
C PROFILE DISPLAY
1) E230X model
The large, easy-to-read, two-tone screen displays your exercise program’s braking resistance and target speed. Resistance and
speed are represented along the vertical axis. Each dot represents a higher level of resistance and speed. Each exercise
program starts from the left hand side of the screen and ends when it reaches the right hand side.
Dark green: Braking resistance
Light green: Target speed
2) E250X / E390X model (three colors)
The large, easy-to-read, three colors screen displays your exercise program’s breaking resistance, speed and progression.
Resistance and speed are represented along the vertical axis. Each dot represents a higher level of resistance and speed. Each
exercise program starts from the left hand side of the screen and ends when it reaches the right hand side.
Red line: Target speed
Green line: Braking resistance
Orange line: Exercise progression
D SELECT KEYS
During an exercise, you can change the value displayed on the scrolling screen by pressing the adjacent select key. If you wish
to have values displayed in alternating mode, simply hold down the select key for three seconds. To cancel the alternating mode,
simply press the select key again.
E SCROLLING SCREEN
The 16 digit alphanumeric scrolling screen allows you to easily enter your personal information prior to starting your program.
During your program, the screen displays Watts, calories, calories/hour, time elapsed, level, distance, pace, RPM and
speed as well as information like target speed and/or body position.
WATTS indicates the level of efforts related to the RPM
CALORIES indicate your total caloric expenditure from the start of the exercise.
CALORIES/HOUR indicates your hourly caloric expenditure based on your weight input and actual exercise intensity level.
ELAPSED TIME indicates the amount of time accumulated from the start of each program. The time will range from 0 to 99.99
minutes (during JustGoTM program) and 0 to 6.00 hours (during other programs).
LEVEL indicates the level you are. It can vary form 1 to 15 for the programs with levels of difficulty and it can vary form 1 to 20
for programs with resistance levels.
DISTANCE displays the total distance in miles or kilometers from the start of the exercise, ranging from 0.00 to 99.99 miles or
0.00 to 99.9 km.
PACE indicates how long it will take to complete one mile or one kilometer at your current speed. Pace per mile or kilometer is
shown in minutes and seconds.
RPM displays revolutions per minute.

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SPEED indicates speed in miles per hour or kilometers per hour.
TARGET SPEED, when displayed, indicates the target speed in RPM. An arrow in the RPM display space indicates whether you
should increase or decrease your speed in order to maintain target speed.
BODY POSITION appears during certain programs. Each body position must be held until the next position appears.
F MAIN KEYPAD
The INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys allow you to modify a segment’s resistance during a
program. These keys allow you select programs and parameters before you exercise. During an exercise program, you can
modify the current segment’s level of resistance by pressing either the INCREASE SEGMENT key or the DECREASE
SEGMENT key.
The INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL keys allow you to modify the level of difficulty of the program. These
keys allow you select programs and parameters before you exercise. During a program, you can modify the level of the elliptical
program by pressing either the INCREASE Level key or the DECREASE Level key.
PAUSE Press this key to temporarily stop the program without erasing the parameters. Press JustGo™ to resume.
STOP lets you cancel a program, exit the current program or get out of a menu.
JustGoTM Press this key twice to start the JustGo™ program or to save your setting.
G X-CARDTM
The E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical by BODYGUARD®come with an optional X-Card TM. This user-friendly card provides
access to the personal trainer program package of your choice so you can enjoy programs adapted to your specific fitness level
and needs. For more information, contact your dealer or our service department at 1 888 407-3784.
H PROGRAM QUICKEYS (E250X / E390X)
These keys allow you to select the program of your choice. For more information on which programs are available, see section 3.
I QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS AND SEGMENT RESISTANCE (E250X / E390X)
QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS Use the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC keys to enter exercise duration, distance,
your weight, or your target heart rate.
SEGMENT RESISTANCE The quick Keys allows you to modify the resistance of a segment during an exercise without having to
use the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys. Once your selection is done, press the JustGo™ key on the keypad to
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J HEART RATE TRAINING ZONE
The heart rate training zone lets you keep track of the zone you are currently exercising in: Fat Burning, Healthy Heart, or
Aerobic.
To determine you target heart rate, select the type of exercise program you wish to follow. Your MAXIMUM HEART RATE
(MHR) is calculated as follows:
MHR = 220 – Age
Exercising above 90% of your MHR is not recommended.
Exercising at 80-90% of your MHR provides an aerobic workout.
Exercising at 70-80% of your MHR provides a moderate workout for a
healthy heart.
Exercising at 60-70% of your MHR provides a fat burning workout.
It is difficult to achieve exercise benefits exercising at bellow 60% of
your MHR.
K GOAL DISPLAY (E250X / E390X)
The Goal display provides the percentage remaining to your goal.
1.2 Pause during an Exercise
You can stop temporarily during any exercise by pressing the PAUSE key.
To pause during an exercise:
1. Press the Pause key whenever you feel the need to stop for a moment during an exercise. A message indicating the
pause time remaining will appear on the screen. The countdown will start as soon as you press the key.
2. If you wish to continue exercising, simply press the JustGo™ key to resume the program.
3. If you want to stop exercising completely, simply press the STOP key, and the exercise will be terminated. A summary of
your exercise parameters will be displayed, along with the saving option if this option is activated and available for this
program.
If your pause time runs out, the exercise will be terminated automatically.
1.3 Viewing Exercise Parameters
At the end of each exercise program, the computer will display THREE exercise parameters: TOTAL DISTANCE, CALORIES
BURNED, and TOTAL EXERCISE TIME.
TOTAL DISTANCE displays the distance traveled for the entire exercise.
CALORIES BURNED display the approximate caloric expenditure for the entire exercise.
TOTAL EXERCISE TIME displays the length of the exercise in minutes and seconds.
The exercise parameters on the E230X / E250X Elliptical will loop for 2 minutes or until you press the STOP key to return to the
welcome screen. If you do not wish to view the exercise parameters, press the STOP key to return to the welcome screen. On
the E390X, the exercise parameters will loop for 30 seconds (default value, if you want change it, refer to section 2.14).
1.4 Auto Power OFF
After a period of inactivity (15 minutes by default), your E230X / E250X will switch automatically to sleep mode (30 seconds for
the E390X). This option is ON by default, but you can turn it OFF. See Section 2.14 for further instructions.

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2. SETTING UP THE COMPUTER TO YOUR ENVIRONMENT
E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical offers unique features allowing users to personalize their settings. The computer can also
display a series of diagnostics and features.
E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical allow you to select and adjust the following settings:
2.1 Access to Settings Menu
2.2 Language Selection (French/English)
2.3 Distance Unit (kilometers or miles)
2.4 Weight Unit (kilograms or pounds)
2.5 Warm Up
2.6 Cool Down
2.7 Beeper (On/Off)
2.8 User Identification
2.9 Pause Duration
2.10 Edit Welcome Message
2.11 Saving Option
2.12 Clock Option
2.13 Segment Duration
2.14 Auto Power Off
2.1 Access to Settings Menu
To view the above settings, enter the Settings Menu as follows:
1. When the welcome screen displays, press the third select key (3) and hold it for 3 seconds.
2. Press the INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL or INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to choose the setting you wish
to adjust.
2.2 Language Selection
All instructions can be displayed on the screen in two languages.
To select a language, enter the Settings Menu (see Section 2.1).
1. Select the LANGUAGE option and press the JustGo™ key to accept.
2. Select the language (Français or English) you wish to appear on the screen by pressing the INCREASE/DECREASE
LEVEL or INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys.
3. Press the JustGo™ key to accept. Messages will now appear in the selected language.
2.3 Distance Unit
Distance can be displayed in kilometers or miles.
To select a distance unit, enter the Settings Menu (see Section 2.1).
1. Select the DISTANCE UNIT option and press the JustGo™ key to accept.
2. Select the distance unit you want to appear on the screen. Choose from KILOMETERS or MILES by pressing the
INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL or INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys.
3. Press the JustGo™ key to accept. Distance values will now appear in the selected distance unit.
2.4 Weight Unit Feature
Weight units can be displayed in pounds or kilograms.
To select a weight unit, enter the Settings Menu (see Section 2.1).