CARDIOSTRONG CST-EX40-BG User manual

EllipticalcrosstrainerEX40
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Assembly and Operating Instructions
Art. No. CST-EX40-BG

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for deciding for a high-quality training equipment of the brand cardiostrong,
the brand that makes athlete‘s hearts beat faster. cardiostrong oers a wide range
of home tness equipment like elliptical cross trainers, ergometers, treadmills and
rowing machines. cardiostrong equipment is the optimal equipment for all those who
want to train at home independent of goals and tness level. For further information
please visit www.sport-tiedje.com or www.cardiostrong.de.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read all of the instructions carefully before assembly and rst
use. These instructions are intended to ensure speedy assembly and
explain safe usage. Make sure that all people exercising with the
equipment (in particular children and persons with limited physical, sensory, mental or
motor capabilities) are informed about these instructions and its content in advance.
In case of doubt, a responsible person must supervise the use of the equipment.
This equipment has been manufactured according to the latest safety knowledge. As
far as possible, potential safety hazards which could cause injury have been eliminated.
Make sure to follow the instructions carefully and that all parts are securely in place. If
required, read through the instructions again to correct any mistakes.
Please pay close attention to the safety and maintenance instructions given here. The
contract partner cannot be held liable for damage to health, accidents or damage to
the equipment when it is not used in accordance with these instructions.
The equipment is only suitable for use at home. The equipment is not suitable for
semi-professional (e. g., hospitals, clubs, hotels, schools, etc.) and commercial or
professional use (e. g., health clubs).
Retain these instructions in a safe place for future reference, maintenance or when
ordering replacement parts.

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CONTENTS
1 GENERAL INFORMATION 6
1.1 Technical data 6
1.2 Personal safety 7
1.3 Electrical safety 8
1.4 Set-up place 8
2 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND CARE 9
2.1 General instructions 9
2.2 Faults and Troubleshooting 10
2.3 Maintenance and service calendar 11
3 ASSEMBLY 12
3.1 Package contents 12
3.2 Assembly instructions 13
4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 19
4.1 Console display 19
4.2 Button functions 21
4.3 User memory 22
4.4 Programs 23
4.4.1 MAN. – Manual program 23
4.4.2 Pre-set programs 24
4.4.3 Watt-based program 25
4.4.4 User-dened program 25
4.4.5 H.R.C. – Heart-rate controlled programs 26
5 WORKOUT INSTRUCTIONS 27
5.1 Heart-rate monitoring 27
5.2 10 tips for eective elliptical cross training 30
5.3 Designing a workout 31
5.4 Stretching exercises for leg and chest muscles 33
5.5 Workout journal 35
6 WARRANTY INFORMATION 36

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7 DISPOSAL 38
8 ORDERING ACCESSORIES 39
9 ORDERING SPARE PARTS 40
9.1 Service hotline 40
9.2 Serial number and model name 40
9.3 Parts list 41
9.4 Exploded drawing 43

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Technical data
LED display
+ speed in km/h
+ cadence (rotations per minute)
+ training time in min
+ training distance in km
+ calorie consumption in kcal
+ heart rate (when using the hand pulse sensors or a chest strap)
+ Watt / resistance level
Resistance system: electro-magnetic braking system
Resistance levels: 16
Power output in Watt: 10-350 Watt (adjustable in 5-Watt increments)
User memory: 5
Total number of workout programs: 19
Manual programs: 1
Preset programs: 12
Watt-based programs: 1
Heart-rate controlled programs: 4
User-dened program: 1
Balance mass: 28 kg
Gear ratio: 1:8.75
Stride length: 40 cm
Step width: 17 cm
Step-up height: 31 cm
Adjustable pedal positions: 3
Stride-length options: 4
Weight and dimensions:
Item weight (gross, incl. packaging): 75 kg
Item weight (net, without packaging): 69 kg
Packaging dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 1270 mm x 420 mm x 620 mm
Set-up dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 1450 mm x 630 mm x 1560 mm
Maximum user weight: 150 kg/330 lbs

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1.2 Personal safety
+ Before you start using the equipment, you should consult your physician that
this type of exercise is suitable for you from a health perspective. Particularly
aected are persons who: have a hereditary disposition to high blood pressure
or heart disease, are over the age of 45, smoke, have high cholesterol values, are
overweight and/or have not exercised regularly in the past year.
+ Please note that working out excessively can seriously damage your health. Please
also be aware that heart rate monitoring systems might be imprecise.
+ The equipment may only be used for its intended purpose; that means for whole
body workouts for adults.
+ Any other usage is prohibited and potentially dangerous. The contract partner
cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper use.
+ The equipment is strictly for use by one person at a time.
+ Children should not be allowed unsupervised access to the equipment.
+ Before starting your training, make yourself familiar with all of the equipment‘s
functions and setting options. Have an expert explain the correct usage of the
product to you.
+ Make sure that nobody is in the range of motion of the equipment while exercising.
+ Keep your hands, feet and other body parts, hair, clothing, jewelry and other
objects well clear of moving parts.
+ During use, wear suitable sports clothing rather than loose or baggy clothing.
When selecting sports shoes, think about the suitability of the sole – preferably
this should be made of rubber or other non-slip materials. Shoes with heels,
leather soles, studs or spikes are not suitable. Never work out in bare feet.
+ It is also important to take note of the information given in the workout instructions
for creating a workout plan.
+ At the rst signs of weakness, nausea, dizziness, pain, diculty in breathing or
other abnormal symptoms, stop your workout immediately and, if necessary,
consult your physician.
+ Without prior agreement from your authorized contract partner, opening the
equipment is prohibited.

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1.3 Electrical safety
+ The equipment requires a 220 - 230V / 50 Hertz mains power supply.
+ The equipment should be connected directly to a grounded plug socket only by
means of the power cable supplied. The use of multi-socket adapters or similar is not
recommended. Extension leads must comply with local electrical safety guidelines.
Always fully unwind the power cable.
+ The outlet should be secured with a fuse with a minimum value of „16 amperes, slow“.
+ In order to reduce the risk of an electric shock, always unplug the equipment from the
mains socket immediately after your workout, before assembly or dismantling, and
before maintenance or cleaning. Do not pull on the cable.
+ When plugged in, do not leave the equipment unattended at any time. To avoid use
by anyone unfamiliar with the operating instructions, the power cable should be
removed when the equipment is not in use.
+ Keep the power cable away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not route the power
cable underneath the equipment or under a carpet or rug, and do not place any
objects on top of it.
+ Make no modications to either the power cable or the mains plug.
+ If the power cable or the plug are damaged or defective, contact your authorized
contract partner. Do not use the equipment in the meantime.
+ Do not keep electrical devices (e. g., mobile phones) in close proximity to the console
or the control electronics, otherwise display values (e. g., pulse measuring) could be
inaccurate.
1.4 Set-up place
+ The equipment should only be used indoors, in a suciently heated and dry area
(ambient temperature between 10°C and 35°C). The equipment should not be
used outdoors or in rooms with high humidity (over 70%) like swimming pools. The
equipment should only be stored in surroundings with an ambient temperature
between 5°C and 45°C.
+ The training room should be well ventilated during training and not be exposed to
any draughts.
+ Choose a location in which to place the equipment such that there is enough free
space/clearance to the front, the rear and to the sides of the equipment (at least 1.50
m). Furthermore, the equipment should not be set up in main entrances or on escape
routes.
+ Always keep the power cable away from hot surfaces and grounds and make sure
that the cable is not stuck somewhere or becomes a „trip hazard“.
+ No objects of any type should be inserted into the openings of the equipment.

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+ The equipment should be placed on a level and solid surface, any unevenness in
the oor should be leveled out.
+ A oor protective mat / equipment underlay can help to protect high-quality oor
coverings (parquet, laminate, cork, carpets) from dents and sweat and can help to
level out slight unevenness.
2 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND CARE
2.1 General instructions
+ Please check if all parts and tools belonging to the equipment are included in the
delivery and if there is any transport damage. If there are any complaints, please
contact your contract partner directly.
+ Some of the nuts and bolts to be used in assembly are already pre-mounted in
order to make set-up as easy as possible.
+ The equipment must be assembled by adults. In case of doubt, ask for assistance
from another person with technical skills.
+ Keep children away from the equipment during assembly, because small parts are
included in the delivery and may be swallowed.
+ Make sure that you have enough space (at least 1.50 m) in every direction during
assembly.
+ Do not leave any tools and packaging materials like plastic sheeting laying around
to avoid danger of suocation for children.
+ Assemble the equipment on an underlay mat or on the cardboard packaging in
order to avoid damage to the equipment and to the oor (scratches).
+ Before starting assembly, all individual parts should be placed on the oor next to
each other.
+ Read the assembly instructions carefully and assemble the equipment according
to the illustrations. Proceed carefully and cautiously.
+ First loosen all parts and check for their correct tting. Then tighten the screws
using a tool.
+ Modications to the design or improper repairs may pose a hazard to the user and
should not be carried out. The product warranty may be void as a result.
+ Only authorized service technicians are permitted to carry out all servicing and/or
repairs – it excludes maintenance and care.
+ Damaged or worn components may impair your safety and the lifespan of
the equipment. You should therefore immediately replace damaged or worn
components. Please contact your contract partner in such a case. The equipment
should no longer be used until it has been repaired. When needed, only use
original cardiostrong spare parts.

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+ Check the tightness of all screw connections once a month.
+ In order to be able to guarantee the constructively dened safety level of this
equipment, we recommend having the equipment regularly maintained (at least
once a year) by specialists (service technicians of your contract partner).
+ The equipment may be cleaned of dust, dirt and sweat using a damp cloth. The
use of solvents should be strictly avoided. Also, make sure that no liquids (e. g.
sweat) get into the openings of the equipment (e. g. console).
2.2 Faults and Troubleshooting
The equipment runs through regular quality controls during production. Nevertheless,
errors or malfunctions on the equipment may occur. Individual parts are often the
cause of faults and replacement is usually sucient. Please use the following overview
to see the six most common errors and how to repair them. If the equipment still does
not work properly, please contact your contract partner.
Problem Cause Solution
Drive discs wobble
or make noises
Drive pulley is loose Tighten nuts
Display does not
work
No plug connection,
power supply not
plugged in
Check all plug connections
and see if the power supply is
plugged in
Footplates are
creaking
Footplates are loose Tighten up the footplate screws
Creaking noises Screws are loose Check screws are properly
tightened
Guide rails are
squeaking
Guide rails or rollers are
dirty or the guide rails are
dry
Clean the guide rails, then
lubricate with a non greasy
silicone
No pulse reading • Interference in the room
• Using a chest strap:
- unsuitable chest strap
- chest strap is
incorrectly positioned
- batteries are empty
• Eliminate sources of
interference (e. g. mobile
phone, loudspeaker, etc.)
• Use a suitable chest strap (see
recommended accessories)
• Reposition the chest strap
and/or moisten the electrodes
• Change the batteries

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2.3 Maintenance and service calendar
The following routine work must be done in the specied time intervals:
Part Weekly Monthly 2x annually Annually
Display console C I
Lubricate the moving parts I
Plastic cover C I
Screws and cable
connections I
Legends: C = cleaning; I = inspect

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3 ASSEMBLY
3.1 Package contents
The package contains the parts represented in the illustration, including a power
cable with mains plug. If one of the illustrated parts is missing, please contact your
contract partner.
Frame Console mast
Front supporting footRear supporting foot
Console
Covers for handlebars Covers for pedal bars Pedals
Handles Handlebars

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3.2 Assembly instructions
Before starting assembly, look carefully through the individual assembly steps shown
and assemble the equipment in the order indicated.
Step 1: Assembly of the rear supporting foot
First remove the screws (C4), washers (C5), spring washers (C6) and nuts (C7) from the
rear supporting foot (C). Next, put the screws (C4) through the rear supporting foot (C)
and the bracket on the frame (A). Then secure the supporting foot with two washers
(C5), two spring washers (C6) and two nuts (C7).
Turning knobs
Washers M6
Holders
Screws M5*8L
Spring washers M6
Tools
Screws M4*12L
Turning knobs

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Step 2: Assembly of the front supporting foot
First remove the screws (D7),
washers (D8), spring washers
(D9) and nuts (D10) from the
rear supporting foot (D). Put the
screws (D7) through the front
supporting foot (D) and the
bracket on the frame (A). Then
secure the supporting foot with
two washers (D8), two spring
washers (D9) and two nuts (D10).
Stabilize the equipment:
If the equipment is not stable after assembly (after
Step 2), make adjustments to the adjusting screws
underneath the supporting foot (C2) accordingly.
Step 3: Assembly of the console mast
(1) With the assistance of a second person, lift the
frame (A) and remove the foam packaging (4).
(2) Fix the connection masts (D and E) to the frame
(A) with seven respective screws (J1), spring washers
(J16) and washers (J2).
(3) Tighten all of the screws.
Warning: Take care that the cable does not get
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Step 4: Assembly of the console
Connect the sensor cables (B5 and B6) to the console
cables and mount the console on the console mast
plate.
Step 5: Assembly of the handlebars
Lift the right pedal bar
(A43) and x it in the
desired position on the
connection tube (B) using
the adjusting screw.
Remove the screws (G4)
from the handlebar (G).
Push the handlebar (G)
onto the connection tube
and secure it with the
screws (G4). Repeat this
process for the left side.
** When assembling the
handlebars, it is important
to use the holes as per the
illustration.

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Step 6: Assembly of the handlebar covers
Secure the covers (H1 and
H2) to the handlebar (G) with
two screws (J3). Repeat this
process for the other side.
Step 7: Assembly of the hand grips
Remove the screws (B7) from the console mast (B) and the screw (F3) from the hand
grip (F). Connect the cable from the hand grip (F5) to the sensor cable (B6). Insert the
hand grips (F) into the console mast (B) and twist the grips together. Secure the hand
grips with two screws (B7) and one screw (F3).

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Step 8: Assembly of the pedal-arm covers
Mount the covers (H3 and H4) on the pedal arms using screw (J2). Repeat this process
for the other side.
Step 9: Assembly of the pedals
Fix the bracket (J10) to the pedal rod using screw (J7), spring washer (J9) and washers
(J8). Repeat the process on the other side. Install the right pedal (H6) using washers
(J4), spring washers (J5) and adjusting knobs (J6). The pedals can be mounted in any
of the three positions. Repeat this process for the left pedal (H5).
After assembly carry out a further check to ensure that all of the screws are
tightly done up!

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Step 10: Moving the equipment
The front supporting
foot has transport
wheels. Stand in front
the equipment and
lift it carefully until its
weight rests on the
transport wheels. You
can then easily push
the equipment to a new
position.
Step 11: Power cable
To supply the equipment with power, insert the power cable plug into the plug socket,
and the adapter into the equipment.
Warning:The equipment should only be used with the originally supplied power
cable. Otherwise there is a risk of damage.
The equipment can now be used.

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4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 Console display

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Time 0:00-99:59 minutes
Speed 0.0-99.9 km/h
RPM (cadence; rotations per minute) 0-999 RPM
Distance 0.0-99.99 km
Calories (calorie consumption) 0-9999 Cal
Sex Male (m)/Female (f)
Pulse (heart rate; beats per minute) 30-240 BPM
Heart-rate symbol Flashing on and o
Programs P1-P12
User data U0-U4
Watt/Load (output/resistance) 0-999 Watt; Watt control: 10-350 Watt
Level (resistance) 1-16
H.R.C. (heart-rate control) 55 / 75 / 90% of the maximum heart
rate; manual target pulse (TAG)
Age 1-99 years
Height 100-200 cm (default: 160 cm)
Weight 220-150 kg (default: 50 kg)/44-330 lbs
(default: 110 lbs)
Temperature (displayed in rest
mode) 0-60°C