Epic EL 2980 User manual

USER'S MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
ASSEMBLY...............................................................................5
HOWTOUSETHEELLIPTICALEXERCISER ..................................................12
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................22
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................23
PARTLIST ..............................................................................24
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................25
ORDERINGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LIMITEDWARRANTY ..............................................................BackCover
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
This drawing shows the location(s) of the warn-
ing decal(s). If a decal is missing or illegible,
call the telephone number on the front cover
of this manual and request a free replace-
ment decal. Apply the decal in the location
shown. Note: The decal(s) may not be shown
at actual size.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and in-
structions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical exerciser before using your elliptical ex-
erciser. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or
through the use of this product.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
1. Before beginning any exercise program, con-
sult your physician. This is especially impor-
tant for persons over the age of 35 or per-
sons with pre-existing health problems.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical exerciser are
adequately informed of all precautions.
3. The elliptical exerciser is intended for
home use only. Do not use the elliptical exer-
ciser in a commercial, rental, or institutional
setting.
4. Keep the elliptical exerciser indoors, away
from moisture and dust. Place the elliptical
exerciser on a level surface, with a mat be-
neath it to protect the floor or carpet. Make
sure that there is enough clearance around
the elliptical exerciser to mount, dismount,
and use it.
5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
6. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical exerciser at all times.
7. The elliptical exerciser should not be used
by persons weighing more than 350 lbs.
(159 kg).
8. Wear appropriate exercise clothes while
using the elliptical exerciser. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection while exer-
cising.
9. Hold the handgrip pulse sensors or the han-
dlebars when mounting, dismounting, or
using the elliptical exerciser.
10. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors may affect the accuracy of
heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is in-
tended only as an exercise aid in determin-
ing heart rate trends in general.
11. Keep your back straight while using the ellip-
tical exerciser; do not arch your back.
12. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and cool down.
13. When you stop exercising, allow the pedals
to slowly come to a stop.
14. Use the elliptical exercise only as described
in this manual.

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Congratulations for selecting the new EPICTMEL 2980
elliptical exerciser. The EL 2980 provides a wide array
of features designed to make your workouts at home
more effective and enjoyable.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical exerciser. If you have ques-
tions after reading this manual, please see the front
cover of this manual. To help us assist you, note the
product model number and serial number before con-
tacting us. The model number and the location of the
serial number decal are shown on the front cover of
this manual.
To avoid a registration fee for any service needed
under warranty, you must register the elliptical ex-
erciser at www.iconservice.com/registration.
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Handlebar
Console
Integrated Universal
Dock for iPod
Leveling Foot
Leveling Foot
Handgrip Pulse Sensor
Water Bottle Holder*
*Water bottle is not included
Wheel
Pedal
Handle
BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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M8 Locknut
(72)–4
M4 x 19mm
Screw (57)–2
M10 Split
Washer (85)–6
M10 Washer
(67)–6
M8 Small
Washer (18)–4
M8 Washer
(69)–4
M8 x 55mm Bolt
Set (82)–2
M10 x 123mm Button Bolt (38)–2
M8 x 38mm Button
Bolt (58)–4
Wave Washer
(78)–4
M10 Locknut
(70)–2
M4 x 16mm
Screw (47)–4
Thrust Washer
(66)–4
M10 x 13mm Button
Screw (54)–6
M10 x 65mm Bolt
Set (80)–2
M8 x 19mm Button
Screw (56)–4
M10 x 25mm Patch
Screw (48)–6
ASSEMBLY
To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser, call 1-800-445-2480.
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.
In addition to the included tool(s), assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver , an
adjustable wrench , and a rubber mallet .
As you assemble the elliptical exerciser, use the drawings below to identify small parts. The number in parenthe-
ses below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The
number following the parentheses is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been
preassembled. If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preassembled.

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1.
Attach the Stabilizer (8) to the Frame (1) with
two M10 x 123mm Button Bolts (38) and two
M10 Locknuts (70) (only one is shown).
Tighten two Leveling Feet (36) into the under-
side of the Stabilizer (8).
2. Have another person hold the Upright (2) near
the Frame (1) as shown.
See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in
the Upright (2). Tie the lower end of the wire tie
to the Wire Harness (77). Next, pull the upper
end of the wire tie upward out of the top of the
Upright. Then, untie and discard the wire tie.
Tip: Use an elastic band or a piece of tape to
prevent the end of the Wire Harness from
falling into the Upright.
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Upright (2) to the Frame (1) with four M10 x
25mm Patch Screws (48) and four M10 Split
Washers (85).
1
1
2
48
85
2
1
70
388
36
77
85
48
85
To make assembly easier, read the
information on page 5 before you begin
assembling the elliptical exerciser.
Avoid pinching
the wires
Wire Tie
77

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3. Attach the Track Frame (4) to the Frame (1) with
two M10 x 25mm Patch Screws (48) and two
M10 Split Washers (85). Tip: Finger tighten a
Patch Screw into the lower hole first, and
then finger tighten a Patch Screw into the
upper hole. Then, tighten both Patch Screws.
Tip: This step may be easier if you raise the
Frame (1) a few inches in the location shown
by the arrow at the right while you attach the
Track Frame (4).
See the inset drawing. Tighten two Leveling
Feet (36) into the underside of the Track Frame
(4).
85
4
1
48
85
48
3
4. Apply a small amount of the included grease to
the sides of two Wave Washers (78) and to two
Thrust Washers (66).
Slide a Weld Spacer (68) onto the left Crank
Arm (37). Next, identify the Left Track Arm (12),
which is marked with a “Left” sticker.
Orient the Left Track Arm (12) as shown, and
slide it onto the left Crank Arm (37). Then, slide
a Wave Washer (78) on the end of the left Crank
Arm.
Slide an M8 Small Washer (18) and an Axle Cap
(41) onto an M8 x 19mm Button Screw (56).
Next, slide a Thrust Washer (66) onto the shoul-
der of the Axle Cap. Then, tighten the Button
Screw into the end of the left Crank Arm (37).
Make sure that the Thrust Washer remains
on the shoulder of the Axle Cap, and that the
Wave Washer (78) remains on the end of the
left Crank Arm.
Repeat this step to attach the Right Track
Arm (11).
11
4
37
68
78
41
56
12
18
66
Grease
36
4

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5. Identify the Left Pedal Leg (14), which is marked
with a “Left” sticker.
Attach a Pedal (21) to the Left Pedal Leg (14)
with three M10 x 13mm Button Screws (54) and
three M10 Washers (67). Make sure that the
Button Screws are in the indicated holes.
The other holes in the Left Pedal Leg are not
used.
Attach the other Pedal (not shown) to the
Right Pedal Leg (not shown) in the same
way.
5
21
67
67
54 54
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6. Apply a thin film of grease to the barrel of an
M10 x 65mm Bolt Set (80).
Fit the bracket on the Left Pedal Leg (14) onto
the bracket on the Left Track Arm (12).
Attach the Left Pedal Leg (14) to the Left Track
Arm (12) with the M10 x 65mm Bolt Set (80).
Attach the Right Pedal Leg (not shown) to
the Right Track Arm (not shown) in the same
way.
12
80
Grease
14
80
6

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7. Identify the Left Handlebar (19), which is marked
with a “Left” sticker.
Insert the Left Handlebar (19) into one of the
Handlebar Legs (17). Next, turn the Left
Handlebar and the Handlebar Leg so that the
wide side of the pivot tube on the Left
Handlebar is above the hexagonal holes in
the Handlebar Leg.
Attach the Left Handlebar (19) with two M8 x
38mm Button Bolts (58) and two M8 Locknuts
(72). Make sure that the Locknuts are inside
the hexagonal holes. Do not tighten the
Button Bolts yet.
Assemble the Right Handlebar (20) and the
other Handlebar Leg (17) in the same way.
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8. Apply a small amount of grease to the sides of
two Wave Washers (78) and to two Thrust
Washers (66).
Slide the Left Handlebar (19), which is marked
with a “Left” sticker, onto the Handlebar Axle
(16) as shown. Next, slide a Wave Washer (78)
onto the end of the Handlebar Axle.
Slide an M8 Small Washer (18) and an Axle Cap
(41) onto an M8 x 19mm Button Screw (56).
Next, slide a Thrust Washer (66) onto the shoul-
der of the Axle Cap. Then, tighten the Button
Screw a few turns into the end of the Handlebar
Axle (16). Make sure that the Thrust Washer
remains on the shoulder of the Axle Cap, and
that the Wave Washer (78) remains on the
end of the Handlebar Axle.
Assemble the Right Handlebar (20) in the
same way. Then, tighten both M8 x 19mm
Button Screws (56) at the same time.
8
56
18
56
41
41
78
78
16
20
66
18
19
66
19 20
58 58
72
17 17
Hexagonal
Holes
Wide side of
pivot tube
Grease
Grease

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9. Apply a film of grease to the barrel of an M8 x
55mm Bolt Set (82) and to a 7mm Spacer (55).
Slide an M8 Washer (69) and the Spacer onto
the barrel of the Bolt Set.
While another person holds the front end of the
Left Pedal Leg (14) inside the bracket on the left
Handlebar Leg (17), insert the barrel of the M8 x
55mm Bolt Set (82) through both parts.
Next, slide a 7mm Spacer (55) and an M8
Washer (69) onto the end of the barrel of the M8
x 55mm Bolt Set (82). Then, turn the screw of
the Bolt Set a few turns into the barrel. Do not
overtighten the Bolt Set; the left Handlebar
Leg must pivot freely.
Attach the right Handlebar Leg (not shown)
to the Right Pedal Leg (not shown) in the
same way.
See step 7. Tighten the four M8 x 38mm Button
Bolts (58).
10. While another person holds the Console (74)
near the Upright (2), connect the Pulse Jumper
Wire (76) to the console pulse wire. Then, con-
nect the Wire Harness (77) to the console wire
harness. Insert the excess wire into the Upright.
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Set the
Console (74) on the Upright (2). Attach the
Console with four M4 x 16mm Screws (47).
14
9
10
2
82
17 82
55
55 69
69
47
77
76
Pulse Wire
74
Grease
Avoid pinching
the wires
Console Wire

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11. Attach the Water Bottle Holder (26) to the
Upright (2) with two M4 x 19mm Screws (57). 11
2
26
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12. Plug the power adapter into the jack on the frame of the elliptical exerciser (see HOW TO PLUG IN THE
POWER ADAPTER on page 12). IMPORTANT: If the elliptical exerciser has been exposed to cold tem-
peratures, allow it to warm to room temperature before plugging in the power adapter. If you do not
do this, the console displays or other electronic components may become damaged.
Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the elliptical exerciser. Note: After assem-
bly is completed, some extra parts may be left over. Place a mat beneath the elliptical exerciser to protect the
floor.

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HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER ADAPTER
Plug one end of the included power adapter into the
jack on the front of the elliptical exerciser. Plug the
power cord on the other end of the power adapter into
an appropriate outlet that is properly installed in accor-
dance with all local codes and ordinances.
HOW TO MOVE AND LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL
EXERCISER
Due to the size and weight of the elliptical exer-
ciser, moving it requires two persons. With the
help of another person, lift the handle on the rear of
the elliptical exerciser until the elliptical exerciser will
roll on the front wheels. Carefully move the elliptical
exerciser to the desired location and then lower it.
CAUTION: To decrease the risk of injury, bend your
legs and keep your back straight. Make sure to use
your legs rather than your back to lift the elliptical
exerciser. Do not attempt to move the elliptical ex-
erciser over an uneven surface.
HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER
If the elliptical exerciser
rocks slightly on your
floor during use, turn the
leveling feet under the
front and rear of the ellip-
tical exerciser until the
rocking motion is elimi-
nated.
HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL
EXERCISER
To mount the elliptical exerciser, hold the handlebars
and step onto the pedal that is in the lowest position.
Next, step onto the other pedal. Push the pedals until
they begin to move with a continuous motion.
Note: The pedal discs can turn in either direction. It
is recommended that you turn the pedal discs in
the direction shown by the arrow above; however,
for variety you can turn the pedal discs in the op-
posite direction.
To dismount the elliptical exerciser, wait until the ped-
als come to a complete stop. Note: The elliptical ex-
erciser does not have a free wheel; the pedals will
continue to move until the flywheel stops. When the
pedals are stationary, step off the higher pedal first.
Then, step off the lower pedal.
Handle
Wheel
Handlebars
Pedal
Disc
Pedals
Leveling
Feet
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
This console offers an array of features designed to
make your workouts more effective and enjoyable.
When you use the manual mode of the console, you
can change the resistance of the pedals with the touch
of a button. While you exercise, the console will dis-
play continuous exercise feedback. You can also mea-
sure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor.
In addition, the console offers twenty preset workouts.
Each workout automatically changes the resistance of
the pedals and prompts you to vary your pedaling pace
as it guides you through an effective workout.
The console also offers four heart rate workouts that
change the resistance of the pedals to keep your heart
rate near a target heart rate while you exercise.
The console features a fitness journal, which automati-
cally records and stores your exercise information so
that you can view your workout history and track your
progress.
You can even listen to your favorite music or audio
books with the consoleʼs sound system while you exer-
cise. This product has been designed specifically to
work with iPod®and has been certified by the devel-
oper to meet Apple performance standards.
To personalize console settings, see page 14. To
identify yourself as User 1 or User 2, see page 15.
To use the manual mode, see page 16. To use a
preset workout, see page 17. To use a heart rate
workout, see page 18. To view the fitness journal,
see page 20. To reset the fitness journal, see page
21. To use the sound system, see page 21.
Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face
of the console, remove the plastic.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM
Navigation
Buttons

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HOW TO PERSONALIZE CONSOLE SETTINGS
The console has a user mode that allows you to desig-
nate yourself as User 1 or User 2, enter user informa-
tion before you begin exercising, and select console
settings. The user information you enter will also be
recorded and stored in the fitness journal, which allows
you to view your workout history (see HOW TO VIEW
THE FITNESS JOURNAL on page 20).
Follow the steps below to personalize console settings.
1. Select the user mode.
To select the user mode, press the Enter button.
The console can store information and keep track
of workout history for two different users.
When you select the user mode, the word LOGIN
will appear in the display for a few seconds and
then the user mode menu will appear.
IMPORTANT: To highlight options within a
menu, press the up, down, left, or right
Navigation buttons. To select options within a
menu, press the Enter button (see the drawing
on page 13).
Note: To exit the user mode at any time, press the
Back button repeatedly until the manual mode is
selected (see page 16). To re-enter the user mode
from the manual mode, press the Enter button.
2. Enter user information.
To enter your user information, first highlight the
SETUP option and press the Enter button. The
setup menu will then appear in the display.
Next, highlight the SETUP USER 1 or SETUP
USER 2 option and press the Enter button. The
user information menu will then appear in the dis-
play.
You can now enter your name and your weight.
Highlight the desired option in the menu and press
the Enter button. A flashing cursor will appear in a
field in the display. To enter a number or letter
above the cursor, press the up and down
Navigation buttons. To move the cursor, press the
left and right Navigation buttons. When you have
finished entering the desired numbers or letters in
the field, press the Enter button. Repeat this action
to enter all the desired user information. Note: For
more information about the RESET JOURNAL op-
tion, see page 21.
To exit the user information menu, press the Back
button. The setup menu will then appear in the dis-
play.

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3. Select a default user setting.
The console can record, store, and load informa-
tion for two different users. The default user setting
allows you to choose the user information that will
be loaded and recorded when you turn on the con-
sole at the beginning of a workout session.
To select a default user setting, first highlight the
SELECT DEFAULT USER option in the setup
menu and press the Enter button. A list of default
user options will then appear in the display.
To select a default user option, press the up and
down Navigation buttons until an arrow appears
next to the desired option. Then, press the Enter
button. When you select an option, an “x” will ap-
pear in the box next to the selected option.
Note: You can also turn on or turn off the welcome
screen from this menu. If the SHOW WELCOME
SCREEN option is selected, then a welcome mes-
sage with the name of the selected user will ap-
pear in the display each time you turn on the con-
sole.
To exit the default user menu, press the Back but-
ton. The setup menu will then appear in the dis-
play.
4. Set the date and time.
Setting the date and time will allow the console to
record your workout history accurately in the fit-
ness journal.
To set the date and time, first highlight the
CHANGE DATE OR TIME option in the setup
menu and press the Enter button. The date setting
will then appear in the display.
To set the date, first press the left and right
Navigation buttons to highlight the month, day, or
year field. Then, press the up and down Navigation
buttons to select the desired month, day, or year.
When you have finished setting the date, press the
Enter button. The time setting will then appear in
the display.
To set the time, first press the left and right
Navigation buttons to select the hour or minute
field. Then, press the up and down Navigation but-
tons to select the desired hour or minute; make
sure to select the correct AM or PM time in the
hour field. When you have finished setting the
time, press the Enter button. The console will then
exit the user mode.
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOURSELF AS USER 1 OR
USER 2
The console can load information and keep track of the
workout history for two different users. To identify your-
self as User 1 or User 2 for a workout session, first
press the Enter button to enter the user mode.
The word LOGIN will appear in the display for a few
seconds and then the user mode menu will appear.
Press the up and down Navigation buttons to highlight
USER 1 or USER 2. Note: If you have personalized
the console settings (see page 14), then the name you
entered will appear instead of USER 1 or USER 2.
Then, press the Enter button to confirm your choice.
The console will then exit the user mode.

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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1. Begin pedaling to turn on the console.
A moment after you begin pedaling, the display will
light.
2. Personalize console settings if desired.
See HOW TO PERSONALIZE CONSOLE SET-
TINGS on page 14.
3. Select the manual mode.
Each time you turn on the console, the manual
mode will be selected. If you have selected a work-
out, press the Intensity Workouts button to return
to the manual mode. When the manual mode is se-
lected, zeros will appear in the display.
4. Begin pedaling and change the resistance of
the pedals as desired.
As you pedal, change the resistance of the pedals
by pressing the Resistance increase and decrease
buttons. Note: After you press the buttons, it will
take a moment for the pedals to reach the selected
resistance level.
5. Follow your progress with the display.
As you exercise, the display can show the follow-
ing workout information:
• The elapsed time. Note: When you select a
workout, the display will show the time remaining
in the workout instead of the elapsed time.
• The distance, in total revolutions, that you have
pedaled.
• Your pedaling pace in revolutions per minute
(rpm).
• The approximate number of calories you have
burned.
• The resistance level of the pedals.
• The date.
• Your heart rate. Note: Your heart rate will be dis-
played only while you use the handgrip pulse
sensor (see step 6 on page 17).
The console offers two display options. The display
option you select will determine which workout in-
formation is shown. Press the Displ Mode button
repeatedly to select the desired display option.
Note: Regardless of which display mode you se-
lect, the resistance level will appear in the display
for a few seconds each time you change the resis-
tance level. In addition, your heart rate will appear
in the display each time you use the handgrip
pulse sensor (see step 6 on page 17).
To adjust the volume level of the console, press
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6. Measure your heart rate if desired.
If there are sheets
of clear plastic on
the metal con-
tacts on the hand-
grip pulse sensor,
remove the plas-
tic. To measure
your heart rate,
hold the handgrip
pulse sensor with
your palms resting
against the metal
contacts. Avoid
moving your hands or gripping the contacts
too tightly.
When your pulse is detected, one, two, or three
dashes will appear in the display, and then your
heart rate will appear. For the most accurate heart
rate reading, hold the contacts for at least 15 sec-
onds. Note: If you continue to hold the handgrip
pulse sensor, the display will show your heart rate
for up to 30 seconds.
If the display does not show your heart rate, make
sure that your hands are positioned as described.
Be careful not to move your hands excessively or
to squeeze the metal contacts too tightly. For opti-
mal performance, clean the metal contacts using a
soft cloth; never use alcohol, abrasives, or
chemicals to clean the contacts.
7. Turn on the fan if desired.
The fan has high and low speed settings. Press the
Fan button repeatedly to select a fan speed or to
turn off the fan.
Pivot the fan louvers above the display upward or
downward to direct the airflow from the fan.
Note: If the pedals do not move for about thirty
seconds, the fan will turn off automatically.
8. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
If the pedals do not move for several seconds, a
tone will sound and the console will pause.
If the pedals do not move for several minutes and
the buttons are not pressed, the console will turn
off and the display will be reset.
HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT
1. Begin pedaling to turn on the console.
A moment after you begin pedaling, the display will
light.
2. Select the workout menu.
To select the workout menu, press the Intensity
Workouts button. The workout menu will then ap-
pear in the display.
3. Select a preset workout.
To select one of the twenty preset workouts, first
press the left and right Navigation buttons to high-
light the PRESET WOR OUTS option, and then
press the Enter button.
Then, press the left and right or the up and down
Navigation buttons until the name of the desired
preset workout appears in the display. Then, press
the Enter button. Note: To return to a previous
menu, press the Back button. To return to the man-
ual mode, press the Intensity Workouts button.
When you select a preset workout, the display will
show the name of the workout and the workout
time. A profile of the resistance levels for the work-
out will also appear in the display.
4. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
Each preset workout is divided into 20, 30, or 45
one-minute segments. One resistance level and
one target rpm (pace) are programmed for each
segment. Note: The same resistance and/or target
rpm may be programmed for consecutive seg-
ments.
During the workout, the workout profile will show
your progress (see the drawing above). The small
arrow below the workout profile indicates the cur-
rent segment of the workout. The height of the seg-
ment indicates the resistance level for the current
segment.
Contacts

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At the end of each segment of the workout, a se-
ries of tones will sound and the small arrow will
move to the next segment of the profile. If a differ-
ent resistance level and/or target rpm is pro-
grammed for the next segment, the resistance
level and/or target rpm will flash in the display for a
few seconds to alert you. The resistance of the
pedals will then change.
As you exercise, you will be prompted to keep your
pedaling pace near the target rpm for the current
segment. When the words PEDAL FASTER ap-
pear in the display, increase your pace. When the
words PEDAL SLOWER appear, decrease your
pace. When no words appear, maintain your cur-
rent pace.
IMPORTANT: The target rpm is intended only to
provide motivation. Your actual pace may be
slower than the target rpm. Make sure to pedal
at a pace that is comfortable for you.
If the resistance level for the current segment is too
high or too low, you can manually override the set-
ting by pressing the Resistance buttons. IMPOR-
TANT: When the current segment of the work-
out ends, the pedals will automatically adjust to
the resistance level for the next segment.
The workout will continue in this way until the small
arrow reaches the right end of the profile. To stop
the workout at any time, stop pedaling. A tone will
sound and the time will begin to flash in the dis-
play. To restart the workout, simply resume pedal-
ing.
5. Follow your progress with the display.
When you use a preset workout, the display will
show the time remaining in the workout, the dis-
tance you have pedaled, the resistance level, the
approximate number of calories you have burned,
and your pedaling pace in revolutions per minute
(rpm).
6. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 6 on page 17.
7. Turn on the fan if desired.
See step 7 on page 17.
8. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
See step 8 on page 17.
HOW TO USE A HEART RATE WORKOUT
1. Begin pedaling to turn on the console.
A moment after you begin pedaling, the display will
light.
2.Select the workout menu.
To select the workout menu, press the Intensity
Workouts button. The workout menu will then ap-
pear in the display.
3. Select a heart rate workout.
To select one of the four heart rate workouts, first
press the left and right Navigation buttons to high-
light the HEART RATE WOR OUTS option, and
then press the Enter button.
Then, press the left and right or the up and down
Navigation buttons until the name of the desired
heart rate workout appears in the display. Then,
press the Enter button. Note: To return to a previ-
ous menu, press the Back button. To return to the
manual mode, press the Intensity Control
Workouts button.
4. Enter a target heart rate setting.
A few seconds after you select a heart rate work-
out, the words SELECT TARGET HEART RATE
and the number 110 will will appear in the display.
Press the up and down Navigation buttons to enter
the desired target heart rate setting (see EXER-
CISE INTENSITY on page 23), and then press the
Enter button.
The workout time and a profile of the resistance
levels for the workout will then appear in the dis-
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5. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
Each heart rate workout is divided into 20 or 30
one-minute segments. One target heart rate is pro-
grammed for each segment. Note: The same tar-
get heart rate may be programmed for consecutive
segments.
During the workout, the workout profile will show
your progress (see the drawing above). The small
arrow below the workout profile indicates the cur-
rent segment of the workout. The height of the seg-
ment indicates the target heart rate for the current
segment. At the end of each segment of the work-
out, a series of tones will sound and the small
arrow will move to the next segment of the profile.
During a heart rate workout,the console will regu-
larly compare your heart rate to the target heart
rate for the current segment of the workout. If your
heart rate is too far below or above the target heart
rate, the resistance of the pedals will automatically
increase or decrease to bring your heart rate closer
to the target heart rate. Each time the resistance
changes, the resistance level will appear in the dis-
play for a few seconds to alert you.
You will also be prompted to pedal at a steady
pace so you can maintain your target heart rate.
When the words PEDAL FASTER appear in the
display, increase your pace. When the words
PEDAL SLOWER appear, decrease your pace.
When no words appear, maintain your current
pace.
IMPORTANT: Make sure to pedal at a pace that
is comfortable for you. If the resistance level for
the current segment is too high or too low, you can
manually override the setting by pressing the
Resistance buttons. Note: If you manually override
the resistance settings, you may not maintain your
target heart rate.
IMPORTANT: When the current segment of the
workout ends, the pedals will automatically ad-
just to the resistance level for the next seg-
ment.
The workout will continue in this way until the small
arrow reaches the right end of the profile. To stop
the workout at any time, stop pedaling. A tone will
sound and the time will begin to flash in the dis-
play. To restart the workout, simply resume pedal-
ing.
6. Hold the handgrip pulse sensor.
It is not necessary to hold the handgrip pulse sen-
sor continuously during heart rate workouts; how-
ever, you should hold the handgrip pulse sensor
frequently for the workouts to operate properly.
Each time you hold the handgrip pulse sensor,
keep your hands on the metal contacts for at
least 15 seconds.
7. Follow your progress with the display.
When you use a heart rate workout, the display will
show the time remaining in the workout, the dis-
tance you have pedaled, the resistance level, the
approximate number of calories you have burned,
and your pedaling pace in revolutions per minute
(rpm).
8. Turn on the fan if desired.
See step 7 on page 17.
9. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
See step 8 on page 17.

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HOW TO VIEW THE FITNESS OURNAL
1. Begin pedaling to turn on the console.
Amoment after you begin pedaling, the display will
light.
2. Identify yourself as User 1 or User 2.
See page 15.
3. Select the fitness journal.
To select the fitness journal, press the Fitness
Journal button. The console will then load the
stored journal information for the selected user.
Note: As you view the fitness journal, press the
Back button at any time to return to the previous
menu or display.
The fitness journal can display the following exer-
cise information for the current year:
Time—The total number of hours you have ped-
aled on the elliptical exerciser.
Revolutions—The total distance, in revolutions,
you have pedaled on the elliptical exerciser.
Calories—The total approximate number of calo-
ries you have burned.
Average Speed—Your average pedaling speed, in
revolutions per minute (rpm).
Weight—Your weight, as entered in your user in-
formation.
4. View exercise information by year.
When you select the fitness journal, the year totals
will appear in the display.
To view exercise information for a different year,
press the up and down Navigation buttons to
change the year. Note: The fitness journal can
store information for 11 different years.
5. View exercise information by month.
After a few seconds, the view month menu will ap-
pear in the display.
To view exercise information by month, press the
up and down Navigation buttons to highlight the
desired month in the right side of the display. Then,
press the Enter button. The exercise information
for the selected month will appear in the display.
6. View exercise information by week.
After a few seconds, the view week menu will ap-
pear in the display.
To view exercise information by week, press the up
and down Navigation buttons to highlight the de-
sired week in the right side of the display. Then,
press the Enter button. The exercise information
for the selected week will appear in the display.
7. View exercise information by day.
After a few seconds, the view day menu will ap-
pear in the display.
To view exercise information by day, press the
left and right Navigation buttons until an arrow ap-
pears above the desired day in the right side of the
display. Then, press the Enter button. The exercise
information for the selected day will appear in the
display.
8. Continue to view the fitness journal as
desired.
Repeat steps 3 through 6 to view exercise informa-
tion for the desired year, month, week, or day.
9. Exit the fitness journal.
Press the Fitness Journal button to exit the fitness
journal at any time.
Note: To delete the exercise information stored in
the fitness journal, see HOW TO RESET THE
FITNESS JOURNAL on page 21.