CARDIOSTRONG FX70 User manual

Assembly and operating instructions
Elliptical cross trainer FX70
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Art.No. CST-FX70
CSTFX70.01.04

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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 5
1.1 Technical data 5
1.2 Personal safety 6
1.3 Electrical safety 7
1.4 Set-up place 7
2 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND CARE 8
2.1 General instructions 8
2.2 Faults and Troubleshooting 9
2.3 Maintenance and service calendar 9
3 ASSEMBLY 10
3.1 Package contents 10
3.2 Assembly instructions 11
4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 18
4.1 Console display 18
4.2 Button functions 20
4.3 Turning on and setting the equipment 21
4.4 Programmes 22
4.4.1 Manual programmes 23
4.4.2 Pre-set programmes 24
4.4.3 H.R.C. - Heart rate controlled programme 25
4.4.4 Watt programme 26
4.4.5 User-dened programme 26
4.4.6 RECOVERY - Fitness test 27
4.4.7 Body analysis 27
4.5 Heart rate measuring 29
5 WARRANTY INFORMATION 31
6 DISPOSAL 33
7 ORDERING ACCESSORIES 33
8 ORDERING SPARE PARTS 34
8.1 Service hotline 34
8.2 Serial number and model name 34
8.3 Parts list 25
8.4 Exploded drawing 40

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Technical data
LCD display of
+speed in km/h
+training time in min
+training distance in km
+cadence (rotations per minute)
+calories burnt in kcal
+heart rate (when using the hand sensors or a chest strap)
+Watt
+resistance level
Resistance system: electronic magnetic brake system
Resistance level: 16
Watt: 60~280 Watt
User memory: 4
Training programmes in all: 19
Manual programmes: 1
Pre-set programmes: 12
Watt-controlled programmes: 1
Heart rate controlled programmes: 4
User-dened programmes: 1
Flywheel: 9 kg
Transmission ratio: 1:10
Weight and dimensions:
Product weight (gross, incl. packaging): 97 kg
Product weight (net, without packaging): 84 kg
Packaging dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 1250 mm x 480 mm x 720 mm
Set-up dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 1730 mm x 650 mm x 1830 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.
+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.

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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.
+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).

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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
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 • Sources of interference in the
room
• Using a chest strap:
- Unsuitable chest strap
- Chest strap is incorrectly
positioned
- Batteries are discharged
• 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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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.
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3.2 Assembly instructions
Before the assembly, look carefully at the single illustrated assembly steps and do the assembly
according to the given order.
Step 1
1) Mount the front base (2) to the main frame (1) with washer (8), spring washers (7), and Allen screws
(9). See g. 1-1
2) Remove the polystyrene from the packaging and place it under the frame for a simple assembly.
See g. 1-2
3) Mount the rear foot assembly on the main frame (1) with wave washers (6), spring washers (7),
Allen screws (9), and washers (18).
4) Remove the polystyrene and dispose it of.
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Step 2
1) Mount the support tube (11L & 11R) to the crank assembly (32) with Allen screws
(20), washers (18), buer(65) and protective cover(31).
2) Mount the pedals (21L & 21R) to the respective pedal support tube (17L & 17R) with
washers (22) and locking screws (23).
3) Put the roller cover (93L & 93R) on the support tube (11L & 11R) with the bolt (104).
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D25*D8.5*2T
M8*1.25*20
D27*D8.2*2.5T
M5*0.8*12L
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Step 3
1) Accomplish this assembly step with two persons preferably.
2) At rst, you lift the cover of the handlebar (48), then you connect the computer cable (100 & 101),
see g. (3-1 & 3-2).
3) Insert the handlebar (10) in the main frame and mount it with spring washers (7), washers (8), and
Allen screws (19), see g. (3-3)
4) Put down the cover of the handlebar (48) and mount it to the main frame.

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Step 4
1) Connect the upper computer cable (100) with the computer (29), see g. 4-1.
2) Mount the computer to the panel with screws (113) and connect the impulse cable (109) with the
computer, see g. 4-2.
3) Mount the handlebar (28) and x it with Allen screws (9), spring washers (7), and washers (8), see
g. 4-3.
4) Mount the protective cover (27) with screws (118), see g. (4-4).

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Step 5
1) Mount the left and right pivoted handlebar (30L & 30R) to the support tube (10) with Allen screws (9),
washers (18), and waved washers (74). Then you mount the upper foot cover cap (82L & 82R) with screws
(117), see g. (5-1 & 5-2).
2) Fix bottle holder (147) onto the handlebar post (10) by using screw (116).
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Step 6
1) Mount the left and right pivoted support tube (12L & 12R) to the pedal stick (17L & 17R) with Allen
screws (24), wave washers (91), and washers (64 & 119), see g. (6-1) & (6-3).
2) Connect the left and right pivoted handlebar (30L & 30R) with the pivoted support tube (12L &
12R) with wave washers (6), spring washers (7), and Allen screws (9), see g. (6-2 & 6-4).
3) Connect the adaptor (105) to the adapter input on the front of the elliptical cross trainer.
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Step 7: Adjusting incline:
A) Hold the pivoted tube and bring it upwards to the appropriate horizontal position.
B) Hold the pivoted tube, pull out the orange coloured handlebar and adjust the position to the
lower level.

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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 - 99.9 km
Calories (Calories consumption) 0 - 999 Cal
Manual Manual mode of the training
Pulse (Heart rate; beats per minute)
While exercising, the pulse (beats per minute)
is displayed.
Pulse alarm when the pre-set target pulse
value is exceeded.
Watts WATT constant training mode
Programmes 12 programmes for selecting
User User-dened programmes
Watt 0 - 350 Watt
Recovery
“R” stands for RECOVERY, for receiving the
heart rates throughout the recovery state of
the user
H.R.C.
(Heart rate) Target pulse training mode
Body Fat “F” stands for BODY FAT, for measuring the
body fat percentage and the BMI index

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4.2 Button function
Control knob: up - Increase of degree of resistance.
- Selection of settings.
Control knob: down - Reduction of degree of resistance.
- Selection of settings.
Mode - Conrmation of setting or selection.
Reset
- Hold the button for two seconds and the computer will be started
again from the user settings.
- Back to the main menu while pre-setting the training values or the
stop mode.
Start/Stop - Starts and ends the training.