ERGO-FIT Cardio Line 4000 User manual

CAR-
CARDIO
Owner‘s manual
CARDIO LINE 4000
CARDIO LINE 4000
CARDIO LINE 4000
Please read this manual carefully before use and keep it in a safe place for future reference

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Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing an ERGO-FIT training device. You are now the owner of a
state-of-the-art training system that combines highest technical standards with easy-
to-use functionality.
This user manual provides information on several models. This means that you may
find explanations that do not directly apply to your training device.
This user manual contains important information on how to operate and use your
training device. We recommend that you read this user manual carefully before starting
with your workout in order to become familiar with your training device quickly and to
understand its correct and safe operation.
Should you have any further questions that are not answered in this manual, please
contact us. ERGO-FIT will try to help as quickly as possible.
The ERGO-FIT team can also advice you on compatible ECG equipment.

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Table of contents
1 General Information .................................................................................. 1
2 Safety Instructions ..................................................................................... 5
3 Quick Reference ....................................................................................... 13
4 Intended Use ............................................................................................. 15
5 Transport and Installation .......................................................................... 19
6 Setup ......................................................................................................... 29
7 Operation .................................................................................................. 45
8 Workout ..................................................................................................... 77
9 Maintenance .............................................................................................. 82
10 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 91
A Appendix ................................................................................................... 97

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Chapter 1: General Information
1.1 ERGO-FIT Cardio Equipment at a Glance ........................................... 2
1.2 General Information on this Manual ..................................................... 3
1.3 Parts Included in the Delivery ............................................................... 3
1.4 Customer Service ................................................................................. 4
Please note:
This user manual provides information on several devices.
Details may vary depending on your model!

1 General Information
1.1 ERGO-FIT Cardio Equipment at a Glance
ERGO-FIT CARDIO LINE 4000 machines are intended to provide a cardiovascular
workout while simultaneously exercising small (e.g. CIRCLE) and large (e.g. CROSS)
muscle groups. ERGO-FIT cardio machines offer you best training possibilities,
regardless of your age, gender or fitness level.
Among others, the optimal regulation of the workout intensity and the precise workout
control are highlights of the whole product line. In addition, quiet operation, ease of
use and the consideration of customer-specific requirements demonstrate ERGO-
FIT's focus: High technical standard, optimum workout environment and precise
workout control, combined with user-friendly operation.
However, technology is not the only crucial factor for outstanding workout equipment.
The machines must also meet biomechanical and medical requirements: The health
of our users is what matters most! Thus, a sophisticated training and testing system
can only be developed by combining technical and electronic expertise with the latest
results in sports medicine and coaching science. ERGO-FIT devices clearly meet this
target.
Our CARDIO LINE consists of:
⊗CARDIO LINE 4000/4100, 4000/4100 S, 4000 SP, 4000 S SP: Workout
equipment especially designed for use in professional facilities.
⊗CARDIO LINE 4000/4100 MED, 4000/4100 S MED: Workout equipment
especially designed for medical purposes.
The lifetime of the equipment is 6 years.
Your benefits...
Regular workout on these machines reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and
improves physical fitness in an optimal way - even at an advanced age. Consequently,
this training and testing system represents an essential tool for injury prevention and
rehabilitation. You will feel fit, more powerful, more attractive, and more balanced.
A list of compatible external equipment can be obtained from ERGO-FIT.
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1.2 General Information on this Manual
Whether you are already familiar with ERGO-FIT workout equipment or whether you
have not used our machines yet: This manual gives you important information. You
can easily find the information you are looking for by searching the table of contents.
Users who are already familiar with ERGO-FIT equipment might find the Quick
Reference helpful. However, if you are an experienced user and only rely on the Quick
Reference please make sure that you nevertheless review the safety guidelines.
The manual contains many tips and tricks to help you get familiar with your cardio
machine as quickly as possible.
Please always keep the manual at hand to avoid unnecessary and time-consuming
calls at the customer service and to quickly fix problems on your own.
1.3 Parts included in the Delivery
Please check if all parts are included in the delivery and inform our sales department
immediately of any missing parts.
Please ensure that the following parts are included in your delivery:
1. The correct machine (model, series)
2 One power cord per machine
3 One POLAR set per machine (transmitter, chest belt)
4 Hard copy of the manual or digital version on CD ROM
1.4 Customer Service
Contact our customer service for troubleshooting services, technical support, spare
parts delivery and information.
In case of technical questions and service orders, please call us at:
Head office: Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Maintenance and spare parts: Phone: [phone]
06331/2461-23
06331/2461-27
06331/2461-29
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Chapter 2: Safety Instructions
2.1 What You Need to Know When Using Your Workout Equipment ................ 6
2.2 Instructions for Safe Operation ................................................................... 10
2.3 How to Avoid Electric Shocks ...................................................................... 11
2.4 Choosing the Right Place of Installation ..................................................... 11
2.5 What Needs to be Considered in Case of Repair? ..................................... 11
2.6 Things to be Avoided ................................................................................... 11
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2 Safety Instructions
Please read the following chapter carefully and respect all safety instructions before
you start using your workout equipment. Please keep this manual in a safe place in
order to pass it over to future owners if you sell your workout device.
For evidence of ownership, please complete the following form:
Model/series __________________________________
Serial number __________________________________
Date of purchase __________________________________
You will need this information in case of warranty.
The following symbols designate important information:
2.1 What You Need to Know When Using your Workout
Equipment
The information in this section applies to all CARDIO LINE 4000/4100 S/SP/S SP and
CARDIO LINE 4000/4100 MED/S MED machines.
General Information
⊗Carefully read this manual prior to using your product.
⊗Familiarize yourself with the machine before you start your workout.
⊗Before using the machine please perform a proper function test (see chapter
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Caution! This warning draws the attention to hazards that could result in
personal injury or death.
Warning! This warning draws attention to hazards that could result in
property damage.
Attention! Attention, Switch off and unplug the machine.
Tip! This hint contains important information and tips to improve
operation.

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7.3). For safety reasons inspect the power cord for signs of damage before each
use. If the machine is damaged do not use it until it is repaired
⊗In order to reduce risk of injury please wear appropriate clothes and footwear for
exercise.
⊗In case of nausea, dizziness, pain in the chest, limbs or joints, stop workout
immediately and see your trainer or a doctor.
⊗If you wear a cardiac pacemaker or have health problems please consult your
doctor before using the machine. Discuss your workout program with him. Only
use MANUAL mode.
⊗Your workout machine is not a toy! Children must be supervised if they are near
the equipment. Children cannot always predict possible hazards. Parents or
other supervisors should always be aware of their responsibility because the
playful and adventurous nature of children may lead to situations that the
workout machine is not intended for.
⊗The machine is only to be used on instruction of a physician and / or a supervisor.
The machine must not be used without the presence of a supervisor.
⊗Make sure that third parties do not stand close to moving parts.
⊗Do not place any beverages or food on your training machine. Use the bottle
holder.
⊗
Do not stand on the casing of the machine and do not lean on the control panel or
the handle bar.
⊗ Start the training slowly and gradually increase the intensity until you reach the
desired level.
⊗ Do not jump from the exercise machine during your workout. Only get off the
machine when all moving parts have stopped completely. Otherwise you might
fall.
⊗ Maintain the workout positions described in chapter 6.3 during the entire workout.
⊗ Please review the additional safety and operational instructions in this manual .
All safety instructions in this manual are based on many years of experience and self-
conception.
Machine Specific Information
CIRCLE
⊗When folding the seat the gap for the seatpost should be free of obstacles.
Otherwise there is a risk of injury.
⊗When using the seat watch out for handles and moving parts. There is a risk of
blunt injuries (e.g. hitting).
⊗When adjusting the revolving unit use the adjusting lever on the yellow casing
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to avoid pinching.
⊗Please stay away from the crank handles.
⊗Warning! Do not exceed the maximum user weight of 200 kg.
⊗Before each use, inspect the seat, the crank handles and the casing for damage.
In case of damage, have the machine repaired immediately.
CROSS
⊗Before each use, inspect the pedals (footrest) and the casing for damage. In
case of damage, have the machine repaired immediately.
⊗Warning! Do not exceed the maximum user weight of 200 kg.
⊗Do not take your feet off the foot rests during workout and do not trespass the
protection element.
⊗Do not stop the foot rests against the direction of rotation.
⊗Do not change the motion direction of the foot rests during movement. You may
change the direction only after the foot rests have come to a complete stop.
⊗Keep the motion area next to the foot rests and the handles clear.
⊗Note: There are dangerous areas where you might get squeezed in the motion
area of the pedals, which increase the risk of accident.
CYCLE
⊗Warning! Do not exceed the maximum user weight of 180 kg.
⊗Before each use, inspect seat, handle bar, pedals and casing for damage. In
case of damage, have the machine repaired immediately.
⊗Do not lean over the handlebar and do not lean to the side. The machine might
fall over.
⊗Do not take your feet off the pedals during training.
⊗Tighten the pedals and the pedal cranks after 3 to 5 operating hours. Otherwise
there is a risk of injury.
⊗Tighten the seat and handlebar clamp after adjusting the seat and handlebar.
Otherwise there is a risk of injury.
MIX
⊗Note: Do not exceed the maximum user weight of 200 kg.
⊗Note: There are dangerous areas where you might get squeezed in the motion
area of the pedals, which increase the risk of accident.
⊗Before each use, inspect pedals (footrest), guides, seat and casing for damage.
In case of damage, have the machine repaired immediately.
⊗
Do not take your feet off the pedals during training.
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⊗Do not stop the pedals against the direction of rotation.
⊗Do not change the motion direction of the pedals during movement. You may
change the direction only after the pedals have come to a complete stop.
⊗Keep the motion area next to the pedals and the seat clear.
⊗Get on / off the machine only when the pedals are not in motion.
RECUMBENT
⊗Warning! Do not exceed the maximum user weight of 200 kg.
⊗Before each use, inspect seat, pedals and casing for damage. In case of
damage, have the machine repaired immediately.
⊗Tighten the pedals and the pedal cranks after 3 to 5 operating hours. Otherwise
there is a risk of injury.
⊗Make sure to tighten the seat clamp after adjusting the seat. Otherwise there is
a risk of injury.
⊗Do not take your feet off the pedals during training.
STAIR
⊗Note: Do not exceed the maximum user weight of 200 kg.
⊗Before each use, inspect the pedals (footrest) and the casing for damage. In
case of damage, have the machine repaired immediately.
⊗Keep the motion area next to the pedals clear.
⊗Do not take your feet off the pedals during training.
⊗Warning! There are dangerous areas where you might get squeezed in the
motion area of the pedals, which increase the risk of accident.
TRAC
⊗Note: Do not exceed the maximum user weight of 200 kg.
⊗Before each use, inspect running deck, handles and casing for damage. In case
of damage, have the machine repaired immediately.
⊗Do not turn round, stop or jump on the treadmill if it is in motion.
⊗Note: Keep away from the dangerous pull in area at the rear end of the treadmill!
Keep away long hair, loose clothes, jewelry, shoestrings towels etc. from this
area. Make users aware of this danger.
⊗Keep a clearance distance of two meters behind the TRAC.
⊗Check the emergency stop function before starting the machine.
⊗Press the emergency stop button only when you are about to fall.
⊗If the display indicates an overheating of the isolating transformer (for further
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information on error messages see chapter 10.2), perform the procedures
described in chapter 10.2.
⊗Use the safety cord!
⊗After pulling the safety cord you need to turn off the machine by pressing the on/
off switch before you reinsert the magnet!
2.2 Instructions for Safe Operation
⊗After delivery, make sure that the machine has not been damaged during
transport. In case of doubt, contact our customer service and do not start the
machine.
⊗Slots and openings on the machine serve as ventilation. Do not cover these
openings, because this can cause the components to overheat.
⊗Always check the power cord for damages before starting the machine.
⊗Switch off the machine after the workout and disconnect it.
⊗When setting up the machine make sure that there is a safety distance of at
least 1 m around the machine to prevent danger to others. This also prevents
dysfunction of the heart rate control.
⊗For 4000/4100 MED, 4000/4100 S MED the protection guidelines according to
EN 60601-1-1:2001 apply.
2.3 How To Avoid Electrical Shocks
⊗Do not use damaged power cords.
⊗Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
⊗Switch off and unplug the machine before you open it.
⊗If liquid gets inside the machine, unplug the machine immediately and call the
customer service.
⊗Do not insert any objects in the ventilation slots. This may cause a short
circuit.
⊗Don't run the supply cable under the machine, neither between the mobile parts
or devices of the machine (e.g. tiltable seat with the CIRCLE). The insulation
could be damaged unconsciously.
2.4 Choosing the Right Place of Installation
⊗The machine can be set up on any level and stable floor. Make sure that it
stands firmly on the floor.
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⊗Never put wood, cardboard or similar materials underneath the machine to
compensate for unlevel surface. This increases the risk of accident.
2.5 What Needs to be Considered in Case of Repair?
⊗Electric parts may only be replaced by original parts.
⊗Repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician only. If you do not have the
necessary qualifications, contact the ERGO-FIT Service Centre.
2.6 Things to be Avoided
⊗Only use the machine for the purposes it was intended for. If you use the
ERGOFIT for other than the intended purpose, you will be charged for all
damages resulting from this. In this case any warranty is void!
⊗Never use the machine in any other way than for those purposes described in
this manual. This may damage the machine and can cause serious health
problems.
⊗Never exercise on a damaged machine.
⊗When exercising, you should never go beyond your current fitness level. This
may cause serious health problems.
⊗Never lean on the machine and do not make inappropriate movements.
Otherwise you might fall.
Refer to the appendix for a list of the most important safety guidelines. Attach this list
near the machine where it is clearly visible. All users of the machine must familiarize
themselves with the dangers and safety regulations. The manufacturer will not be
liable for personal injury or property damage
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Chapter 3: Quick Reference
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3 Quick Reference
After delivery of your cardio machine, please check if the serial number (see name
plate) is identical with the one indicated on the delivery note and if all components
listed in chapter 1.3 ("Parts included in the delivery") are included in the delivery.
After the machine has been plugged in and switched on, the software version is
displayed. Then the main menu will appear.
The control panel provides the UP and DOWN (TRAC model only), PLUS, MINUS,
START and STOP buttons in this order.
The liquid-crystal display (LCD) is illuminated and shows the elapsed training time
(min:s), your heart rate, power (Watts), speed range (1/min) or the speed (km/h)
respectively, the distance (m or km), workload (level) as well as calories burnt.
When starting the workout on your cardio machine, the main menu will always appear
first. Hold the PLUS or MINUS button until MANUAL is highlighted and confirm your
selection with START. You are now in the manual mode.
In this mode you can select any workout time and choose any workload level. The
workout parameters will be displayed during the whole workout.
Press STOP to stop your workout. The workout parameters remain on the display.
Press the STOP button again to return to the main menu. The display will also
automatically return to the main menu after 2 minutes if no action is carried out.
Note:
For workouts in Profile, Cardio-/System or Test mode, please read the detailed
instructions. Tests can be performed on CYCLE and TRAC machines only.
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