CARDIOSTRONG Ergometer BC70 User manual

TF
CSTBC70B2.02.03
max. 120 kg
~ 60 Min.
CM
54 kg
Assembly and Operating Instructions
Art. No. CST-BC70-B-2
Recumbent BikeBC70
L 127 | W 70 | H 107

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Content
1 GENERAL INFORMATION 7
1.1 Technical Data 7
1.2 Personal Safety 8
1.3 Electrical Safety 9
1.4 Set-Up Place 10
2 ASSEMBLY 11
2.1 General Instructions 11
2.2 Scope of Delivery 12
2.3 Assembly 14
3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 21
3.1 Console display 21
3.2 Button functions 22
3.3 Turn on the machine 23
3.4 Programmes 25
3.4.1 QUICK START in the manual programme 26
3.4.2 Manual Mode 26
3.4.3 Prole programmes 27
3.4.4 User-dened programmes 29
3.4.5 Watt-controlled programme 30
3.5 Heart rate control 31
3.6 Recovery 32
3.7 Check or delete saved data 32
3.8 Battery compartment 35
3.9 Heart-rate measuring 36
4 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT 38
4.1 General Instructions 38
4.2 Transportation Wheels 38
5 TROUBLESHOOTING, CARE AND MAINTENANCE 39
5.1 General Instructions 39
5.2 Faults and Fault Diagnosis 39
5.3 Error Codes and Troubleshooting 40
5.4 Maintenance and Inspection Calendar 41
6 DISPOSAL 41

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7 RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES 42
8 ORDERING SPARE PARTS 43
8.1 Serial Number and Model Name 43
8.2 Parts List 44
8.3 Exploded Drawing 47
9 WARRANTY 49
10 CONTACT 51

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Dear customer,
thank you for choosing tness equipment from cardiostrong®. Cardiostrong oers high-quality home
tness equipment that is optimally adapted to the conditions at home. Train at home no matter what
the weather or time of the day. cardiostrong tness equipment oers training programmes and a
variety of equipment for all training levels and all training goals. Further information can be found at
www.sport-tiedje.com or www.cardiostrong.de. We hope you enjoy your training!
Legal Notice
Sport-Tiedje GmbH
Europe’s No. 1 for home tness
International Headquarters
Flensburger Straße 55
24837 Schleswig
Germany
Management:
Christian Grau
Sebastian Campmann
Dr. Bernhard Schenkel
No. HRB 1000 SL
Local Court Flensburg
European VAT Number: DE813211547
Disclaimer
©2010 cardiostrong® is a registered brand of the company SportTiedje GmbH. All
rights reserved. Any use of this trademark without the explicit written permission of
Sport-Tiedje is prohibited.
Product and manual are subject to change. Technical data can be changed without
advance notice.
Intended Use
The equipment may only be used for its intended purpose.
The equipment is only suitable for home use. The equipment is not suitable for semi-professional
(e.g. hospitals, associations, hotels, schools, etc.) and commercial or professional use (e.g. tness
studios).

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Please carefully read the entire manual before installation and rst use. The manual will help you to
quickly set up the system and explains how to safely use it. Make sure that all persons exercising with
the equipment (especially children and persons with physical, sensory, mental or motor disabilities)
are informed about this manual and its contents in advance. In case of doubt, responsible persons
must supervise the use of the equipment.
Due to ongoing changes and software optimisations, the manual may have to be updated. If
you notice any discrepancies during assembly or use, please refer to the manual uploaded to the
webshop. The latest manual is always available there.
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 carefully follow
the instructions 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 following safety instructions may appear in this manual:
࣑ATTENTION
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
⚠CAUTION
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in slight
or minor injuries!
⚠WARNING
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in death
or serious injuries!
⚠DANGER
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injuries!
LNOTICE
This notice indicates further useful information.
Retain these instructions in a safe place for future reference, maintenance or when ordering
replacement parts.

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Technical Data
LED display
+Speed in km/h
+Training time in min
+Training distance in km
+Cadence (rotations per minute)
+Calorie consumption
+Heart rate (when using the hand pulse sensors or a chest strap)
+Power output in watts
+Resistance level
Resistance system: electronic magnetic brake system
Resistance level: 16
Watt: 10 - 350 watt
User memory: 5
Total number of training programs: 19
Manual programs: 1
Pre-set programs: 12
Watt-controlled programs: 1
Heart rate controlled programs: 4
User dened programs: 1
Flywheel mass: 9 kg
Pedal arm length: 17 cm
Bottom bracket width: 8 cm
Weight and dimensions
Article weight (gross, including packaging): 61 kg
Article weight (net, without packaging): 54 kg
Packaging dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 135 cm x 32 cm x 75 cm
Set-up dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 127 cm x 70 cm x 107 cm
Maximum user weight: 120 kg

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1.2 Personal Safety
⚠DANGER
+ 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. If you are under medical treatment that aects your heart rate, medical advice
is absolutely essential.
+ Note that excessive training can seriously endanger your health. Please also note that
heart rate monitoring systems can be inaccurate. If you notice any signs of weakness,
nausea, dizziness, pain, shortness of breath, or other abnormal symptoms, stop exercising
immediately and seek advice from your doctor if necessary.
⚠WARNING
+ This equipment may not be used by children under the age of 14.
+ Children should not be allowed unsupervised access to the equipment.
+ Persons with disabilities must have a medical license and must be under strict observation
when using the equipment.
+ The equipment is strictly for use by one person at a time.
+ Keep your hands, feet and other body parts, hair, clothing, jewellery and other objects well
clear of moving parts.
+ During use, wear suitable sports clothing rather than loose or baggy clothing.When wearing
sports shoes, make sure they have suitable soles, preferably made of rubber or other non-
slip materials. Shoes with heels, leather soles, studs or spikes are unsuitable. Never exercise
barefoot.
⚠CAUTION
+ If your equipment needs to be connected to the power supply with a mains cable, make
sure that the cable is not a potential tripping hazard.
+ Make sure that nobody is within the range of motion of the equipment during training so as
not to endanger you or other persons.
࣑ATTENTION
+ Do not insert any objects of any kind into the openings of the device.

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1.3 Electrical Safety
⚠DANGER
+ 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.
⚠WARNING
+ Do not leave the equipment unattended while the mains cable is plugged into the mains
socket. During your absence, the mains cable must be removed from the mains socket to
prevent improper use by third parties or children.
+ If the mains cable or plug is damaged or defective, contact your contract partner. Until
repair, the equipment must not be used.
࣑ATTENTION
+ The equipment requires a mains connection of 220-230V with 50Hz mains voltage.
+ The equipment may only be connected directly to an earthed socket using the supplied
mains cable. Extension cables must conform to VDE guidelines. Always completely unwind
the mains cable.
+ The socket must be protected by a fuse with a minimum fuse rating of "16A, slow blow".
+ Do not make any changes to the mains cable or the mains plug.
+ Keep the mains cable away from water, heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not route the mains
cable underneath the equipment or under a carpet or rug, and do not place any objects on
top of it.

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1.4 Set-Up Place
⚠WARNING
+ Do not place the equipment in main corridors or escape routes.
⚠CAUTION
+ 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. Make sure that you leave
at least 30 cm on each side of the equipment and at least 15 cm in front of and behind the
equipment as a training zone. This is the minimum required area in order to safely use the
equipment. The recommended free zone around the equipment should be at least 60 cm on
each side and 45 cm in front of and behind the equipment.
+ The training room should be well ventilated during training and not be exposed to any
draughts.
+ Choose the place in which to set up the equipment such that there is enough free space/
clearance to the front, the rear and to the sides of the equipment.
+ The set-up and mounting surface of the equipment should be at, loadable and solid.
࣑ATTENTION
+ The device may only be used in one building, in suciently tempered and dry rooms
(ambient temperatures between 10°C and 35°C). The equipment should not be used
outdoors or in rooms with high humidity (over 70%) like swimming pools.
+ 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
2.1 General Instructions
⚠DANGER
+ Do not leave any tools, packaging materials such as foils or small parts lying around,
as otherwise there is a danger of suocation for children. Keep children away from the
equipment during assembly.
⚠WARNING
+ Pay attention to the instructions attached to the equipment in order to reduce the risk of
injuries.
⚠CAUTION
+ Do not open the packaging when it is lying on its side.
+ Ensure to have sucient room for movement in each direction during assembly.
+ The assembly of the equipment must be carried out by at least two adults. If in doubt, seek
the help of a third technically skilled person.
࣑ATTENTION
+ To prevent damage to the equipment and the oor, assemble the equipment on a mat or
packaging board.
LNOTICE
+ In order to make the assembly as simple as possible, some screws and nuts to be used can
already be pre-assembled.
+ Ideally, assemble the equipment at its later set-up place.

IV-A IV-B
IV-C
IV-D
IV-E
IV-G
IV-K
IV-J
IV-LIV-L
IV-F
(IV-J1)
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2.2 Scope of Delivery
The scope of delivery consist of the following parts. At the beginning, check whether all parts
and tools belonging to the device are included in the scope of delivery and whether damage has
occurred. In the event of complaints, the contractual partner must be contacted directly.
⚠CAUTION
If parts of the scope of delivery are missing or damaged, the assembly must not be carried out.
Frame Front base foot
Front handles
Side handles
console mast
Backrest mast
Backrest Seat cushion
Bottle Holder
Rear base foot
Console

IV-M
IV-N
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IV-M1 & IV-M2 Pedal IV-M3 & IV-M4
Cover
IV-M5 Lever IV-M6 Plug
IV-N1 Screw
IV-N6 Screw
IV-N11 Adjusting lever
IV-N2 Washer
IV-N7 Screw
IV-N13 Screw
IV-N16 Screw
IV-N3 Screw
IV-N9 Nut
IV-N15 Spring washer
IV-N4 Screw
IV-N10 Screw

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2.3 Assembly
Before assembly, take a close look at the individual assembly steps shown and carry out the assembly
in the order given.
LNOTICE
First loosely screw all parts together and check that they t properly. Tighten the screws using
the tool only when you are instructed to do so.
Step 1: Assembly of the front and back feet
1. Mount the rear base foot (IV-C) on the frame (A) with two washers (IV-N2), two spring washers
(IV-N15) and two screws (IV-N1).
2. Then mount the front base foot (IV-B) on the frame (A) with two washers (IV-N2), two spring
washers (IV-N15) and two screws (IV-N3).
LNOTICE
If the equipment is not stable after construction, adjust the setting screws on the underside of
the base foot (IV-C1) correspondingly.

IV-E
IV-E2
IV-A2
IV-E1
IV-A1
IV-M3 IV-N6
IV-N12
IV-M4
IV-A
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Step 2: Assembly of the console mast
1. First loosen the screws (IV-N12) from the frame.
2. Connect the sensor cables (IV-E1 and IV-E2) from the console mast with the sensor cables (IV-A1
and IV-A2) from the frame.
3. Mount the console mast (IV-E) on the frame (IV-A) with two screws (IV-N12).
4. Slide the covers (IV-M3 and IV-M4) on the frame (IV-A) and mount with two screws (IV-N6).
⚠WARNING
Make sure to not pinch the cables.

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Step 3: Assembly of the upper handles and the console
1. Set the upper handles (IV-D) on the iron plate of the console mast (IV-E) and mount with two
nuts (IV-N9).
2. Loosen the four screws (IV-H1) from the console (IV-H).
3. Connect the sensor cables (IV-E1 and IV-E2) from the console mast with the cables from the
console. Make sure that the cables are properly connected with each other.
4. Push the cable carefully into the console mast and mount the console (IV-H) on the console mast
(IV-E) with two screws (IV-H1).
5. Release the two screws (IV-N14) from the central tube (IV-E), equip the bottle holder (IV-J1) with
the central tube (IV-E) with the two screws (IV-N14).
Adjustable rack for smart phone/tablet
USB port for power
supply

IV-A
IV-N2
IV-G
IV-F
IV-N16
IV-N2
IV-F5
IV-F4
IV-N4
IV-A2
IV-F
IV-K
IV-L
IV-G
IV-N7
IV-N2
IV-N10
IV-M5
IV-A
IV-N13
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Step 4:Assembly of the backrest mast and the side handles
1. Mount the backrest mast (IV-
G) on the frame (IV-A) with two
screws (IV-N4) and washers (IV-
N2).
2. Connect the sensor cables (IV-F5
and IV-F4) from the handle with
the sensor cables (IV-A2) from
the frame.
3. Move the side handles (IV-F) on
the frame (IV-A) and mount the
parts with three screws (IV-N16)
and three washers.
Step 5: Assembly of the backrest and the seat cushion
1. Mount the backrest (IV-L) on the backrest mast (IV-G)
with four screws (IV-N7).
2. Mount the seat cushion (IV-K) on the frame of the
side handles (IV-F) with four washers (IV-N2) and four
screws (IV-N10).

IV-F
IV-K
IV-L
IV-G
IV-N7
IV-N2
IV-N10
IV-M5
IV-A
IV-N13
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Step 6:Assembly of the adjusting lever
Push the adjusting lever (IV-M5) into the
frame (IV-A) and mount it with a stop screw
(IV-N13).
Step 7: Assembly of the pedals
1. Move the right pedal on to the right
crank and mount it by turning the pedal
clockwise.
2. Move the left pedal on to the left crank
and mount it by turning the pedal
counter-clockwise.
⚠CAUTION
Make sure to screw in the pedals
completely.

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Step 8: Alignment of the Feet
If the oor is uneven, you can stabilize the equipment by turning the two setting screws under the
main frame.
1. Lift the equipment on the desired side and rotate the setting screws under the main frame.
2. Rotate the screws clockwise in order to remove them and to raise the equipment.
3. Rotate them counterclockwise in order to lower the equipment.
Step 9: Connecting the power cable
࣑ATTENTION
The equipment must not be connected to a multiple socket, otherwise it cannot be guaranteed
that the equipment will be supplied with sucient power. Technical errors can result.
Plug the power plug into a wall outlet that complies with the instructions in the chapter on electrical
safety.

IV-G44
IV-G44
IV-M7
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Step 10: Adjusting the backrest
Press the adjusting lever back, move the seat to the
desired position and move the adjusting lever back to
the front.
Step 11: Adjusting the seat
Pull the lever (IV-G44) up, place the seat at the desired
distance and move the lever back down.
Step 12: Adjusting the seat angle
Pull the lever (IV-M7) up to increase the seat angle and
push it down to decrease the seat angle.