CIRCLE FITNESS R8 User manual

R8 –Owner’s Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ________________________________________________________________ 3
1. SAFETY _____________________________________________________________________ 4
1. 1 Important Safety Notes_________________________________________________________________ 4
2. ASSEMBLY __________________________________________________________________ 6
2.1 Specifications __________________________________________________________________________ 6
2.2 Machine Overview ______________________________________________________________________ 7
2.3 Location and Transportation ____________________________________________________________ 8
2.4 Unpacking _____________________________________________________________________________ 9
2.5 Assembly Procedure___________________________________________________________________ 13
2.6 Adjustments __________________________________________________________________________ 30
2.7 Engineering Settings ___________________________________________________________________ 31
2.8 Test Operation ________________________________________________________________________ 32
3. OPERATION ________________________________________________________________ 33
3.1 Heart Rate System_____________________________________________________________________ 33
3.2 Body Position _________________________________________________________________________ 34
3.3 Changing Resistance Levels____________________________________________________________ 34
4. CONSOLE OVERVIEW ________________________________________________________ 35
4.1 Identifying the Parts of the Console _____________________________________________________ 35
4.2 Program Profiles and Operation ________________________________________________________ 37
5. ENGINEERING MODE ________________________________________________________ 45
5.1 ENGINEERING MODE 1: Settings________________________________________________________ 45
5.2 ENGINEERING MODE 2: Test Mode _____________________________________________________ 46
6. MAINTENANCE _____________________________________________________________ 47
6.1 Preventive Maintenance Tips ___________________________________________________________ 47
6.2 Preventive Maintenance Schedule ______________________________________________________ 47
6.3 Troubleshooting _______________________________________________________________________ 48
7. CUSTOMER SERVICE ________________________________________________________ 50
7.1 Warranty Claim Process________________________________________________________________ 50
Version: 20190201_V001

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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this product.
This Owner’s Manual will guide you through the setup procedures and outline the key
features. Please keep it handy for future reference.
This product has been designed and manufactured for studio use, and even though we go
to great efforts to ensure the quality of each product, occasional errors, and/or omissions
do occur. In any event, should you find this product to be defective in any way, or to be
missing parts, please contact us.
No.12, 6th Road, Industrial Park,Taichung, Taiwan
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.circlefitness.com/

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1. SAFETY
1. 1 Important Safety Notes
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions and warnings before assembly and operation.
To assure the correct use of the product, basic safety measures should always be
followed including the warnings and cautions listed in this Owner’s Manual.
IMPORTANT: It is essential that this equipment is used only indoors, in a climate
controlled room.
WARNING: Only one person at a time should use this equipment. If dizziness, nausea,
chest pains, or any other abnormal symptoms are experienced while using, then please
stop the workout at once.
WARNING: Always use this equipment on a clear and level surface. Do NOT use outdoors
or near water.
WARNING: Do NOT insert any object into any openings.
WARNING: Do NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. This equipment contains moving parts.
Do NOT put fingers or other objects into the moving parts.
WARNING: Before using this equipment to exercise, always do stretching exercises first, in
order to properly warm up.
WARNING: It’s recommended to replace defective components immediately and keep the
equipment out of use until repairs have been made by a professional person.
WARNING: This equipment is designed for adults. Close supervision is necessary if the
equipment is used by children or near children. This also applies to disabled persons.
WARNING: Please consult your physician before starting a workout or a training program.
Its best to have your doctor review your training and diet programs first so that he can
advise the best workout routine for you.
SAFETY SYMBOLS USED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury to the user or patient or damage to the
equipment or other property.
DANGER
Indicates a high probability that death, severe bodily injury or major
property damage could result.

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1. 1 Important Safety Notes (Continued)
WARNING: Make sure all bolts and nuts are securely tightened before operating this
equipment. Periodic maintenance is required on all exercise equipment to keep it in good
condition.
WARNING: Incorrect/ excessive training can cause health injuries. Stop using the
equipment when feeling uncomfortable.
WARNING: Avoid dismounting while the pedals are still in motion.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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2. ASSEMBLY
2.1 Specifications
Model : R8
Technical Specifications
Resistance Level
25 Levels
Maximum User Weight
150 kg (330 Ibs)
Features
Display Type
6 LEDs + 8x32 Dot-Matrix
Recline Adjustable
10°
Heart Rate Receiver
Standard
Chest Belt
Optional
Electrical Specifications
Power Requirement
LED Self-Powered
Maximum Watt @120 RPM
800
Minimum Watt @ 40 RPM
20
Minimum RPM
30
Display Feedback
Time, Distance, Level, Watts/RPM, Calories/Mets,
Heart Rate
Programs
Preset Programs
Rolling
Valley
Fat Burn
Ramp
Strength
Interval
Random
Special Programs
Target
Fitness Test
H.R.C
Diameters (L x W x H) (approx.)
1680*630*1360 mm/ 67*25*54 in
Weight (approx.)
89.9 kgs/ 197.8 lb

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2.2 Machine Overview
Bottle Holder
Back Rest
Lower
Handlebar
Console Set
Upper Handlebar
Console Upright Tube
Front Stabilizer Tube
Pedal with
Strap
Main Frame
Rear Stabilizer Tube
Seat Lock Handle
Seat
Rail

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2.3 Location and Transportation
Location
Place the equipment on a level surface. Do
NOT place it in any area that will block any
vents or air openings. This equipment should
not be located in a garage, covered patio,
near water or outdoors.
The equipment must have a clear floor space
of 23" (0.6m) around all access points.
Fig 2.3-1
Leveling
After assembly, the front/rear stabilizers can be
adjusted to accommodate slightly uneven
ground. Turn the adjustment knobs on the ends
of the foot pads to level the rear stabilizer to the
floor.
Fig 2.3-2
Transportation
To move the equipment, carefully lift the rear
end by pushing down on the front of the
handlebars. Carefully steer the equipment to
another location.
IMPORTANT: Be careful when moving this
equipment, as it is heavy and awkward. If you
do not feel comfortable moving the unit by
yourself, please get help.
NOTE: The transport wheels are designed for
indoor use only and should not be used to
move the unit over rough surfaces such as
concrete or asphalt.
Fig 2.3-3
23’’
(0.6m)
23’’
(0.6m)

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2.4 Unpacking
1. Carefully remove all staples from the carton.
2. Open the Carton 1 and remove the upper cardboard piece. Lift the cover upward and set
it aside. (Fig 2.4-1)
Fig 2.4-1
3. Open the Carton 2 and remove the packing materials to take out the Console. (Fig 2.4-2)
Fig 2.4-2
4. Cut all plastic ties securing the equipment in place.
5. Remove the inserted parts around the Styrofoam corner pieces and set them down near
the spot where you plan to install the equipment.
6. With the help of at least one other person, remove all of the Styrofoam packing pieces
and place the main body assembly on a level flat surface.
Carton 1
Carton 2

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2.4 Unpacking (Continued)
Please verify that you have parts as per the list shown below:
NOTE: Make sure that Serial Number on Carton 1 matches that on Carton 2.
Parts: Main Frame (Carton1/ Carton 2)
Main Frame
Rear Stabilizer Tube
Front Stabilizer
Tube
Upper Handlebar
(Carton 2)
Console Set
Console Upright
Tube
Pedal with Strap
Parts: Seat (Carton1)
Backrest Frame
Backrest
Lower Handlebar
Right/ Left Track Cover
Set Pad
Seat Frame Cover
Bottle Holder
Backrest Rear
Cover
Parts: Accessory (Carton1)
Recline Lever
Seat Lock lever
Handles
Adjust Pad
Anti-slip Sticker

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2.4.1 Hardware Kit
Please verify the hardware kit list as shown below:
STEP 8
STEP 11
(1) M8 x 65 mm Screws (2 PCS)
(2) M8 x 15 mm Screws (1 PC)
(3) M8 Curve Washers (2 PCS)
(4) M6 S Washers (3 PCS)
(1) M6 x 45 mm Screws (4 PCS)
(2) M6 S Washers (4 PCS)
STEP 12
(1) M6 Nuts (2 PCS)
(2) M6 S Washers (2 PCS)
STEP 13
STEP 14
M4 x 12 mm Screws (2 PCS)
(1) M6 x 45 mm Screws (4 PCS)
(2) M6 S Washers (4 PCS)
STEP 15
M4 x 12 mm Screws (4 PC)

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2.4.2 Tools
Please verify the tools list as shown below:
M10/M10 Combination Wrench
M15/M15 Combination Wrench
Allen Wrench (3mm)
Allen Wrench (4mm)
Allen Wrench (5mm)
Allen Wrench (6mm)
Allen Wrench (8mm)
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2.5 Assembly Procedure
STEP 1: Attach the Front and Rear Stabilizer Tubes to the Main Frame.
NOTE: You will need the help of another person while performing this procedure.
1) Unscrew the (2) Pre-Locked Screws And
Washers on the Front and Back Stabilizer
Tubes #1 & #3.
2) Attach the Front Stabilizer Tube #1 to
Main Frame #2 by using (2) Pre-locked
screws and washers #3 with the provided
6mm Allen wrench. (Fig 2.5-1A)
Fig 2.5-1A
3) Attach the Rear Stabilizer Tube #4 to Main
Frame #2 by using (2) Pre-Locked Screws
and Washers #5 with the provided 6mm
Allen wrench. (Fig 2.5-1B)
Fig 2.5-1B
Required Tool
Required Parts/ Hardware Kit
Allen Wrench (6mm)
Front Stabilizer Tube
Rear Stabilizer Tube
Roller
Front Stabilizer
Tube #1
Pre-Locked
Screws and
washers #3
Main Frame #2
Main
Frame #2
Rear Stabilizer
Tube #4
Pre-Locked
Screws and
Washers #5

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STEP 2: Attach the Pedal Set to the Crank Arm.
1) Attach the Right Pedal #1 to the right
crank arm, tightening it clockwise with the
provided M15/M15 Combination Wrench.
(Fig 2.5-2)
2) Attach the Left Pedal #2 to the left crank
arm, tightening it counterclockwise with the
provided M15/M15 Combination Wrench.
(Fig 2.5-2)
Fig 2.5-2
Required Tool
Required Parts/ Hardware Kit
M15/M15 Combination Wrench
Pedal set
STEP 3: Unscrew the Pre-Locked items.
1) Unscrew the (2) Pre-Locked Screws #1
(○
1)on Upright Tube Cover #2 with the
provided Allen wrench (6mm), and then set
the Upright Tube Cover #2 aside(○2 ). (Fig
2.5-3A)
Fig 2.5-3A
Left Pedal #2
Counterclockwise
Clockwise
Right Pedal #1
Upright Tube
Cover #2
Pre-Locked
Screws #1
○
1
○
2

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STEP 3: Unscrew the Pre-Locked items. (Cont’d)
2) Unscrew the (2) Pre-Locked Screws #3 &
#4 on Supporting Column #5 with the
provided 6mm Allen wrench. (Fig 2.5-4B)
Fig 2.5-4B
3) Unscrew the (4) Pre-Locked Screws &
Washers #6 on the Console Upright Tube
#7 with the provided 5mm Allen wrench.
(Fig 2.5-4C)
Fig 2.5-4C
Required Tool
Required Parts/ Hardware Kit
Allen Wrench (6mm)
Allen Wrench (5mm)
Console Upright Tube
Pre-Locked Screws
(Shorter) & Washers #3
Pre-Locked Screws
(longer) & Washers #4
Supporting Column #5
Console
Upright
Tube #7
Pre-Locked Screws
& Washers #6
Pre-Locked
Screws &
Washers #6
Front View
Side View
Pre-Locked
Screws &
Washers #6

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STEP 4: Routing the Console Wire through the Console Upright Tube.
1) Slide the Upright Tube Cover #1 to the
Console Upright Tube #2. (Fig2.5-4A)
2) Thread the Lower Console Wire #3 on the
Guiding Wire #4 and through the Console
Upright Tube #2. (Fig2.5-4A)
Fig 2.5-4A
3) While lowering the Console Upright Tube
#2 to the Main Frame #5, pull the Guiding
Wire #4 taught to remove any slack in the
console wires. (Fig2.5-4B)
WARNING: Ensure that the console wires
do not become pinched or crushed as you
lower the console upright tube to the main
frame. Pinched or crushed console wires
will result in shorting conditions and
machine damage.
Fig 2.5-4B
Required Tool
Required Parts/ Hardware Kit
N/A
N/A
Console
Upright
Tube #2
Main Frame #2
Lower
Console
Wire #3
Guiding
Wire #4
Guiding Wire #4
Upright
Tube Cover #1
Console
Upright
Tube #2
Lower
Console
Wire #3
Lower
Console
Wire #3
Guiding Wire #4
Slide

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STEP 5: Secured the Console Upright Tube on the Main Frame.
1) Tighten (1) M8 x 70mm Screw, (1) M8
Washer and (1) M8 Flat Washer (Fig
2.5-5A, ○
1) with 6 mm Allen Wrench.
2) Tighten (1) M8 x 20mm Screw, (1) M8
Washer and (1) M8 Flat Washer (Fig
2.5-5A,○
2) with 6 mm Allen Wrench.
Fig 2.5-5A
3) Tighten (4) M8 x 20mm Screws #6 and (4)
M8 Washers #7 (Pre-locked screws &
washers on STEP 3) with 5 mm Allen
Wrench to fix the Console Upright Tube
on the Main Frame. (Fig 2.5-5B)
Fig 2.5-5B
Required Tool
Required Parts/ Hardware Kit
Allen Wrench (6mm)
Allen Wrench (5mm)
N/A
Console
Upright
Tube #1
Front View
M8 Washers #7
M8 x 20mm
Screws #6
○
1
○
2
○
1
○
2

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STEP 6: Align and Reinstall the Upright Tube Cover.
Reinstall the Upright Tube Cover#1 by
securing the (2) M4 x 15mm Screws #2
(Pre-locked screws on STEP 3) with the
provided 5mm Allen Wrench. (Fig 2.5-6)
Fig 2.5-6
Required Tool
Required Parts/ Hardware Kit
Allen Wrench (5mm)
N/A
Upright Tube Cover#1
M4 x 15mm
Screws #2

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STEP 7: Attach the Console Set to the Console Upright Tube.
1) Unscrew the (4) Pre-Locked Screws #1 on
the Console Set #2. (Fig 2.5-7A)
2) Connect the Connectors (○
1, ○ 2, ○ 3)from
the Console Upright Tube #3 to the
corresponding connectors located in the
Console Set #2. (Fig 2.5-7A)
3) Remove the Guiding Wire #4.
Fig 2.5-7A
4) Re-tighten (4) M5 x12mm Screws
(Pre-Locked Screws #1) with 6mm Allen
Wrench to fix the Console Set #2 on the
Console Upright Tube #3. (Fig 2.5-7B)
Fig 2.5-7B
Required Tool
Required Parts/ Hardware Kit
Allen Wrench (6mm)
Console Set
Unscrew
Console Set #2
Item
Description
○
1& ○ 2
Hand Pulse Wires
○
3
Upper and Lower Console Wires
○
1
○
2
○
3
Console Upright
Tube #3
Guiding
Wire #4
M5 x 12mm Screws
(Pre-Locked Screws #1)
Console Set #2
Console Upright Tube #3
Pre-Locked Screws #1