CM VERSA CLIMBER Quick start guide
CM
OPERATIONAL
MANUAL
MADE IN USA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
CALORIE BURN GRAPH ............................................................................................................3
GENERAL INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................4
SELECTING EXERCISE TIME ....................................................................................................4
CALORIE BURN RATE ............................................................................................................4-5
STEPPER USER GUIDE ............................................................................................................5
CLIMBING USER’S GUIDE ........................................................................................................5
MODULE DISPLAY ..............................................................................................................5-6-7
SELECTING AN OPPONENT ....................................................................................................6
SELECTING A LANDMARK ........................................................................................................6
USING HYDRAULICS TO CONTROL SPEED............................................................................7
VERSACLIMBER SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................8
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................8
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................9-12
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HIGH-TRI & HIGH-FIVE....................................................12
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................13
WALL MOUNT INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................................................14-16
TROUBLE SHOOTING ........................................................................................................17-18
SPARE PARTS. ..........................................................................................................................19
WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................19-20
CONTACT INFO ........................................................................................................................21
Heart Rate Inc. All Rights Reserved © 201. Pat NO 5,679,100 & 5,492,515 Proudly made in USA since 1981
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BEFOREEXERCISINGONTHEVERSACLIMBER, READ THIS
OPERATION MANUAL THOROUGHLY. INSTRUCT OTHERS
HOW TO USE THE MACHINE IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE PROCEDURES OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL.
ADDITIONAL MANUALS ARE AVAILABLE UPON
REQUEST FROM HEART RATE, INC.
BEFORE BEGINNING THIS OR ANY OTHER EXERCISE
PROGRAM, CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN. THIS IS
ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT FOR THOSE INDIVIDUALS
OVER THE AGE OF 30 AND THOSE WHO HAVE
KNOWN HEALTH PROBLEMS. HRI ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE SUSTAINED BY OR THROUGH THEUSE OFTHE
VERSACLIMBER.
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“Lower Right” SELECT button.
Press this button to switch between OPPONENT’S
TOTAL ',67$1&(and OPPONENT’S ',67$1&(
PERMINUTE. This button is only active when
virtualopponent modeis selected.
VOLUME CONTROL
Press this blue oval button repeatedly to hear
each of the voice instructions. Great for
trainingtips and other key VersaClimber
information.
YELLOW VOLUME CONTROL ARROWS
Use these buttons to raise or lower the voice
message volume level. Push the down arrow
4times to turn off voice feedback.
SPECIALTY MODES
Press this button to select HEART RATE CON-
TROL MODE. Polar cheststrap must be
worn. Enter target heart rate withyellow
lock selection buttons. Press
LOCK
SELECT. Climb at suggested speed.
USING HYDRAULICS TO CONTROL SPEED
Beginners and individuals who are deconditioned
may use the hydraulics to control their climbing
speed, rather than working against the resist-
ance. The hydraulic control knob is located DW
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Clockwise rotation of the
control knob, (to the right),
slows the rate of motion
(easier).CounterclockwiVe
rotation of the control
knob, (to the left), increas
es the rate of motion(har
der). The rate ofmotion,
(slower/faster),PD\EH
changed without stopping any time duringexer
cise. Start with the speed control knobfully ro
tated clockwise and gradually increase theclimb
rate to the desired speed by turning thecon
Wrol knob in the counterclockwise direction.
Climb at the speed set by the resistance.
VersaClimbing uses many more muscles than
jogging, pedaling , stepping or elliptical exercises
and is therefore performed at a slower cyclic rate
and speed. Speed in “Feet Per Minute” is an
accurate guide for the amount of work being
done.
A reasonable starting rate for a person in good
condition would be about 60 to 80 feet per
minute. After a few minutes of exercise, heart
rate should be checked and the climb rate
increased or decreased appropriately to bring the
user to their target heart rate zone.
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VERSACLIMBER SPECIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL SIZE
Height 7 feet, 10 Inches
Footprint 43 Inches x 46 Inches
Weight 155 pounds (70 kg)
FUNCTIONAL FEATURES
Pedal Step Height 0 to 10”
Arm Stroke Length 0 to 10”
Overall Climb Rate Ability Of Person Climbing
Hydraulic Climb Rate Control 6-107 m/min
Hydraulic Force Control 0 To 500 lbs
Climb Angle 75 Degrees
Vertical Lift Factor (% slope) 96.6 Percent
USER ACCOMMODATIONS
Level of Physical Fitness Novice To Elite
Climber’s Height 4’ 2” to 6’ 7”
Climber’s Weight 65 lbs. to 352 lbs.
Age and Sex Any
MODULE DISPLAY FUNCTIONS
Exercise Time 0 to 99.9 Hours
Exercise Rate 0 to 351 FT/min
Exercise Distance 0 to 10,000 FT
Step Height 0 to 10 inches
Race against opponent 35 to 200 FT/min
Climb a Landmark (Distance) 554 to 9731FT
Heart Rate Display 30 to 235 (BPM)
Calorie burn rate 0-2000
Display Units Imperial and Metric
Audio Volume Control
Power Transformer 110 Volt AC
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
OF A SINGLE UNIT:
$ One 3KLOOLSVVFUHZGULYHU
% Two 9/16” wrenches
& Two able bodied persons are required for
assembly
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
The following items are packaged in the container.
EQUIPMENT: (single unit 108 CM)
$ Vertical frame/post with control console
attached
% Two foot pedals. Four hex head bolts, 3/8” x
11/”long
& Two quick release hand grips
' (OPTIONAL) One pair of handle extenders,
one pair of hand rail spacer, four screws, 1/4” x
41/4” long
( One front curved tubing base. Four 3/8” x 5/8”
bolts
) One back straight tubing base. Two hex head
bolts 3/8” x 33/4”long. Two 3/8” lock nuts
*One brace, post to back base. Two 3/8” lock
nuts
H. Two side handrails. One 3” hand rail spacer.
Three hex head bolts 3/8 x 41/4” long for side
hand rails and three 3/8” lock nuts
I. One plastic Pump Cover. Four black Phillips
pan head screws, No. 6 x 3/8” long
J. One transformer. 110 volt AC Adapter
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1. Remove the shipping container’s top cover.
Then remove WZR wooden cross supportVthat
holdthe mainframe down and the two bolts at the
endof the container. Using two people,
carefullyremove the vertical mainframe from the
containerand lay the machine on the floor
with pumpsupportedon the wooden cross
support (seephoto below).Avoid lifting the
machine by orsetting the machine on any
potion of the blackplastic housing or plastic oil
accumulator.
Attach the front curved tubular floor brace to the
post. Using four hex head bolts, 3/8” x 5/8”
long, screw down until firmly tight.
Screw in (4) self tightening base bolts.
Securely TIGHTEN all (4) bolts.
(1) 2 5/8” Hand Rail Spacer
(4) Base bolts
3/8” x 5/8”
(7) 3/8” Lock Nuts
(2) Base bolts
(5) 3/8” x 3 3/4” long
(3) Side hand rails bolts
3/8” x 3 3/4” long
Support pump.
Hydraulic pump
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Using two people lift and hold VersaClimber in
upright position.
Attach back tubular floor brace to post with two
hex head bolts, 3/8”x 33/4” long. (2) 3/8” lock nuts.
DO NOT TIGHTEN FULLY AT THIS TIME.
Attach tubular brace between post and back
tubular floor base with (2) 3/8” lock nuts.
DO NOT TIGHTEN FULLY.
After tubular brace is in place, go back and
FULLY TIGHTEN the two 33/4” long base bolts.
Then go back and TIGHTEN FULLY the TOP
lock nut on the tubular brace.
Next, tighten the BOTTOM lock nut on the back
brace to complete post assembly.
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Attach foot pedals with “L” shape bracket
pointing up, using (2) 3/8” x 11/”long hex
head bolts.
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Attach side handrails with (3) hex head bolts 41/4“
long and (3) 3/8” lock nuts.
Join left and right hand rails.
Loosely attach two 3/8” lock nuts nearest to the
inside center of machine.
Insert 25/8”long spacer and FULLY TIGHTEN
ALL three bolts and nutsZLWK´ZUHQFK.
(OPTIONAL) ARM EXTENDERS
On the standard CM a person up to 6’ 3” tallhas
a full arm extension while climbing. Withopti
onal arm extenders a 6’ 9” person gets a full
stretch while climbing.
(Optional) Attach each handle spacer and handle
extender with two, 1/4” screws x 4” long.
Install quick release handgrips by depressing pin
with thumb and insert.
With the post supported or after VersaClimber is
upright, slip pump cover into place. Attach with
four Phillips pan head screws 1/4” x 3/8” long.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Plug the transformer into the back of the post and
a 110 volt wall socket.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HIGH-TRI AND HIGH-FIVE
Protect the oil reservoir and the black plastic
computer housing by supporting the Versa
Climber hydraulic pump on a block of wood or
other spacer, (see page 9).
Attach the circular plate to the top of one
VersaClimber with 4 hex head bolts, 3/8” x 11/4”
long and 4 3/8” lock nuts. (Do not fully tighten).
Attach second VersaClimber to the circular plate
in a similar fashion. Do not fully tighten nuts.
Lift assembly of two VersaClimbers upright.
Place third VersaClimber into position and
tighten bolts to circular plate loosely.
Connect the bases of the VersaClimbers together
with the tubular floor ties using two hex head
bolts 3/8” x 11/4” long and two lock nuts per
machine.
To complete High-Tri or High-Five configuration
securely tighten all bolts at the base of the
machines and then in the circular plate at the top
of machines.
Attach foot pedals with “L” shaped
bracketpointing up, using two 3/8” x 11/”long
hex headbolts. FULLY TIGHTEN.
Attach handrails with three hex head bolts 3/8” x
31/2”long and one 25/8”long spacer.
(Optional) Attach each handle spacer and handle
extender with two 1/4” screws x 4” long.
Install handgrips by depressing pin with thumb
and insert.
Arm Extender Spacer
Arm/Handle Extender
Optional Arm Extender for
additional reach and
stretch.
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
The VersaClimber consists of a mainframe that is
supported on a stable 3 point base. A sprocket is
attached to a hydraulic pump located at the top of
the mainframe. The top handle sliding bars and
bottom pedal sliding bars are connected with
chain. These bars travel up and down inside the
main frame on rollers and slide bearings.
Sprockets located between the pedal bars and
the handle bars are designed to synchronously
increase the length of arm motion over the height
of leg motion.
HAND GRIPS-The hand grips are a high quality
rubber grip. The handgrips are replaceable with
any good quality “flanged” grip from your local
bike shop or contact Heart Rate Inc. for spares.
FOOT PEDALS-The foot pedals are made of a
strong durable PROGHG SODVWLF. Every twomon
ths, place a few drops of light oil on the shaftat
both ends of the pedal. The foot pedal straps
are replaceable.
DISPLAY MODULE-The display module requires
no maintenance. If a malfunction occurs, see
trouble shooting on page 17 or contact the Heart
Rate Inc’s service department.
The module is secured to the machine with 4
screws and has easy to remove wire connectors.
Repairs to the module must be made at the
factory. If the unit is returned for repair include a
brief description of the problem. Package the
module carefully to avoid physical damage. The
machine can be used while the electronics are
offthe machine for repair.
THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
The hydraulic resistance consists of a heavy
duty reversible gear pump and a pressure flow
control valve connected between the input and
the output ports with high-pressure copper
tubing.A clear oil fillHG reservoir is located on
topof the pump to monitor oil level. Disregard
anychange in oil color. Hydraulic resistance
isdeveloped in a permanentclosed loop system
filled with oil that does not require changing.
When climbing, oil passes through the pressure
control valve. Closing the valve increases climb-
ing resistance and opening the valve decreases
climbing resistance.
If a large amount of slack (more than 1/2” travel)
develops when reversing the stepping motion,
this indicates a possible loss of oil from the
system.Visually check the fittings and the shaft
seal for oil leaks. Tighten any leaking fitting
1/4 turn maximum.Then fill the reservoir with oil
up to 1/2” from the top.
ROLLER, SLIDE BEARINGS
AND TRACK LUBRICATION
The roller and slide bearings are made from high
pressure Moly-Disulfide filled Nylon. This bearing
material is expected to be maintenance free for
years. The bearings and inner tracks of the
rectangulartubing are lightly lubricated at the
factory. The wear life and smooth operation of the
machine can be assured by lubricating every six
months or sooner if required with 6XSHU
/XEHProfessional High Performance Spray Lu
bricantwith PTFE.
NOTE:
SLIDE BEARINGS AND TRACKS REQUIRE CLEANING
AND LUBRICATION WHEN THERE IS A NOTICEABLE
INCREASE IN THE RESISTANCE TO MOTION OR A
STICKY FEELING OF THE HANDGRIP AND FOOT
PEDAL MOTION. THIS INCREASE IN RESISTANCE IS
NOT CAUSED BY A LACK OF LUBRICATION. IT IS
CAUSED BY AN ACCUMULATION OF LINT AND
DUST IN THE LUBRICANT THAT IS DRYING OUT.
IT IS THIS HIGHLY VISCOUS DRIED OUT LUBRI-
CANT (TAR LIKE SUBSTANCE) THAT CAUSES THE
INCREASE IN RESISTANCE.IT IS ONLY NECESSARY TO
CLEAN THE TAR LIKE SUBSTANCEFROM THE POST TO
RESTORE THE MACHINE TO FACTORY SMOOTH
MOTION.
To clean, spray all internal accessible surfaces of
the rectangular tubing with odorless paint thinner.
With a rag, wipe the old oil, lint, dirt, etc. from all
internal surfaces. Move the bars up or down to
allow access to clean the foot pedal slots and
handgrip slots. Move the machine through ten full
cycles and clean again. When thoroughly clean,
VSUD\ a very thin coat of 6XSHU/XEHZLWK37)(
on all internalsurfaces of the rectangular tubing.
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VERSACLIMBER
WALL MOUNT OPTION INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1.
Determine if you will be securing your VC to a con-
crete wall or a drywall wall with wood studs. It is not
recommended to secure a VC to a drywall wall that
has steel studs.
Step 2.
If securing to a cement wall, go to Step 8. If you are
securing to drywall with wood studs continue to next
step (3).
Step 3.
A 2” x 6” piece of wood is recommended. The
length of the board must span at least two wood
studs in the wall when securing your VC. The num-
ber of installed VC’s determines the length of
board. For example, 2 VC’s mounted requires a
minimumboard length of 6’ long, properly secured
to wall.
Step 4.
Attach the wall mount
bracket to your VC
centering the 4 bolts
to allow adjustment
forward and back-
ward.
Locate the “center line” of the wood horizontally 85
inches above the floor and secure to at least 2 studs
with wood screws or drywall screws at least 3” long.
Step 5.
Stand your VC up and rest the bracket against the
piece of wood mounted to the wall. Place the holes of
the bracket on the center line you have marked. The
front base holes of your VC should be approx. 38 inch-
es in front of wall. Distance can vary depending on wall,
baseboards and or where the bracket is positioned.
Step 6.
Mark the 3 holes on your “center line”. Remove your
VC and place to the side. Drill the 3 holes through
the wood support with a 3/16” drill:
Step 7.
Place your VC back in place and align the 3 holes.
Secure with the three 5/16” lag bolts and washers
supplied then go to Step 13.
THE CENTERLINE
2”x 6” Board
Bolts centered in brackets.
38”
85”
THE CENTERLINE
85 inches from
the ground is
the centerline
TOP:
85 Inches off floor to
establish centerline.
BOTTOM:
38 Inches base plate
from wall.
NOTE:
Before mounting to wall,
make sure brackets are
centered to allow forward
and backward adjustment
from wall. Brackets stack
on top of each other.
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Step 11.
Mark the three holes on the centerline. Remove your
VC and place to the side. Drill the three holes using
1/2” cement drill bit at least 1 inch deep.
Step 12.
Tap in the three lag shields supplied. Place the VC
back in place aligning the three holes secure with
three 5/16” lag bolts plus washers supplied.
Step 13.
Your VC is now secure to wall.You can adjust your VC
closer or farther fromthe wall to avoid small obstruc-
tions. The closer your VC is to the wall the more sta-
ble it will be. Adjust your VC if necessary. Determine if
the base needs to be secured to the floor for extra sta-
bility. Climb on your VC to see if the base moves. If
you want to secure to the floor, continue to next step.
Step 8.
Mounting your VC to cement wall. Mark a line hori-
zontally 85 inches fromthe floor.
Step 9.
Attached the brack-
et to you VC using
the four bolts,
washers and nuts
supplied, centering
the four bolts to
allow adjustment
forward and back-
wards.
Step 10.
Stand your VC up and rest the bracket against the
wall. Place the holes of the bracket on the center line
you have marked on the wall. The front base holes on
the VC should be approximately 38 inches fromthe
wall. This distance may vary depending on the wall,
base boards, and or where the bracket is positioned.
THE CENTERLINE
2”x 6” Board 85 inches from
the ground is
the centerline
Keep spacing at least 40” apart.
Bolts centered in brackets.
NOTE:
Before mounting to wall, make sure brackets are centered
to allow forward and backward adjustment from wall.
THE CENTERLINE
NOTE:
For multiple units side by side, spacing should be a minimum of
40” from the center of the vertical center line of each unit.
40”
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Step 11.
Mark the three holes on the centerline. Remove your
VC and place to the side. Drill the three holes using
1/2” cement drill bit at least 1 inch deep.
Step 12.
Tap in the three lag shields supplied. Place the VC
back in place aligning the three holes secure with
three 5/16” lag bolts plus washers supplied.
Step 13.
Your VC is now secure to wall.You can adjust your VC
closer or farther fromthe wall to avoid small obstruc-
tions. The closer your VC is to the wall the more sta-
ble it will be. Adjust your VC if necessary. Determine if
the base needs to be secured to the floor for extra sta-
bility. Climb on your VC to see if the base moves. If
you want to secure to the floor, continue to next step.
Step 8.
Mounting your VC to cement wall. Mark a line hori-
zontally 85 inches fromthe floor.
Step 9.
Attached the brack-
et to you VC using
the four bolts,
washers and nuts
supplied, centering
the four bolts to
allow adjustment
forward and back-
wards.
Step 10.
Stand your VC up and rest the bracket against the
wall. Place the holes of the bracket on the center line
you have marked on the wall. The front base holes on
the VC should be approximately 38 inches fromthe
wall. This distance may vary depending on the wall,
base boards, and or where the bracket is positioned.
THE CENTERLINE
2”x 6” Board 85 inches from
the ground is
the centerline
Keep spacing at least 40” apart.
Bolts centered in brackets.
NOTE:
Before mounting to wall, make sure brackets are centered
to allow forward and backward adjustment from wall.
THE CENTERLINE
NOTE:
For multiple units side by side, spacing should be a minimum of
40” from the center of the vertical center line of each unit.
40”
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CHAIN LUBRICATION
Lubricate chains every 2,000 hours of operation
with light grease. Before lubrication clean the
chain with paint thinner on a toothbrush and then
use toothbrush to spread a light coat of grease
on the side of the chain that contacts the
sprocket.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
The frequency of chain adjustment cannot be
accurately predicted. It is a function of total hours
of use, total feet climbed, weight and strength of
people climbing and the level of routine lubri-
cation maintenance.
CLEANLINESS
It is recommended that the VersaClimber be
placed on approximately a five-foot square vinyl
floor mat because users are going to perspire
profusely. To prevent corrosion, it is recommended
that the machine be wiped clean with soap and
water at a “good housekeeping frequency” to
remove salts and other body residues. This
should be done no less than once a week. It is
further recommended that the machine be
cleaned and waxed once a month with any good
quality car wax.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
If a malfunction occurs, please refer to the
following SYMPTOM guide for instruction.
NOTE:
TO RECEIVE HELP OR TO EXPEDITE SERVICE
PLEASE CALL THE FACTORY. RETURN ALL
PARTS TO THE FACTORY WITH A BRIEF NOTE
STATING THE NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE
NUMBER, CONTACT NAME AND A DESCRIP-
TION OF THE SYMPTOM. IF A DESCRIPTION
OF THE PROBLEM IS NOT INCLUDED WITH
THE RETURNED PART, REPAIRS MAY BE SIG-
NIFICANTLY DELAYED.
CALL 1.800.237.2271
SYMPTOM:
ALL ZEROS ARE REGISTERING
ON MODULE
If all zeros register on the display when the
machine is in motion, there could be a faulty
encoder circuit board, broken or loose wire
connectors.
With the top, black, plastic cover removed, slowly
move the handles up and down. A plastic
encoder disc should be seen rotating through a
slot that houses sensors. Check to be sure that
the disc is clean and the encoder circuit board
and the module are in tact. If no mechanicalmal-
function is visible, the encoder circuit board may
be faulty and should be replaced. If necessary,
contact Heart Rate, Inc. for further information.
SYMPTOM:
LCD DIGITS FAIL TO ILLUMINATE
If the display window is ruptured and the glass
top on the LCD is broken, the digits under the
broken area will fail to illuminate. The module will
need to be removed and returned to Heart Rate,
Inc. for LCD replacement and repair. To remove
the module, remove the four screws that mount
the module to the machine and disconnect the
wires from the module. The machine can be used
while the module is out for repair.
SYMPTOM:
MACHINE SQUEAK
A lack of lubrication can cause a squeak in the
foot pedal shaft. If rotating the foot pedal while
standing on the pedal causes a squeak, lubricate
the shaft/pedal interface. If squeak remains,
remove the snap ring from the end of the pedal
shaft with snap ring pliers being careful not to
over extend the ring. Remove the SODVWLF foot
pedal and degrease the shaft and pedal hole. If
necessary, use fine sandpaper to smooth the
shaft surface. Apply grease liberally and
reassemble the pedal. Be sure that the snap ring
is fully engaged in the snap ring groove.
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