Fitness Quest EXCEL 286 User manual

®
Model 286
Dual Action
Upright Fan Bike
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Congratulations on purchasing your
Excel ®286 Dual-Action Upright Fan Bike
With this product in your home, you have everything you need to start your own workout
program to tone and firm the major muscle groups of your lower body. This is vital for all of us,
regardless of age, sex, or fitness level, and regardless of whether your primary goal is toning,
health maintenance, or more energy for daily activities.
Proper exercise, including a low fat diet, strength training and aerobic exercise, tones and
conditions the muscles we use every day to stand, walk, lift, and turn. It can actually transform
our body composition by reducing body fat and increasing the proportion of lean muscle in our
bodies.
Be sure to read through this Owner's Manual carefully.
It is the authoritative source of information about your Excel 286 Bike.
Retain this manual for future reference.
ITEM QTY.
1 2
2 1
3 1
4 2
5 1
6 2
72
8 2
9 2
lo 1
11 2
12 2
13 1
14 1
15 1
16 1
17 6
18 1
i 19 1
20 1
' 21 2
22 2
Table of Contents:
Important Safety Instructions ......................... 3
Comments or Questions and Parts Identification .......... 4
Assembly Instructions ............................ 5 - 8
Troubleshooting Guide .............................. 9
Chain Adjustment .................................. 9
Exercise Program .............................. 10-13
Monitor Instructions ............................... 14
Parts List ...................................... 15
Owner's Purchase Record ................... Back Cover

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Reid all instructions before using this machine,
CAUTION:Exercise of a strenuous nature, as iscustomarily done on this equipment,
should not be undertaken without first consulting a physician. No specific
health claims are made or implied as they relate to the equipment.
1. Know your heart rate and/or pulse, and your physician recommended target heart rate
training zone.
2, Proper medical clearance is recommended for anyone beginning an exercise program
especially if you are over 35 years of age or suffer from heart or respiratory problems.
3. Warm up before any exercise program by stretching, followed by 8 minutes of
aerobic activity.
4, Wear comfortable clothes that allow freedom of movement and that are not tight
or restricting.
5. Wear comfortable shoes made of good support with non-slip soles,
6. Breathe naturally, never holding your breath during an exercise.
7. Avoid over training. You should be able to carry on a conversation while exercising.
8. After an exercise session, cool down with slow walking or stretching.
9, This machine should not be used by or near children.
10. Handicapped or disabled people must have medical approval before using this
machine and should be under close supervision when using any exercise equipment.
11. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use
attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
12. Only one person at a time should use this machine.
13, Do not put hands, feet, or any foreign objects on or near this machine when in use
by others,
14. Always use this machine on a level surface.
15. Never operate the machine if the machine is not functioning properly.
16. Start exercise slowly and gradually increase the amount of resistance,
17. If the user experiences dizziness, nausea, chest pain, or any other abnormal
symptoms, stop exercise at once and consult a physician immediately.
18. Use caution not to pinch fingers or hands in moving parts when using the unit.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Comments or Questions?
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of the Excel® 286 Dual-Action Upright Fan Bike.
We're sure that you wUIbe completely satisfied with the product and we invite your comments so that we
can hear about your success.
Please write or call our Customer Service Specialists at the address or phone number listed below, or
contact us on our web site, with any comments or questions you may have.
Excel 286 Bike
Customer Service Department
1400 Raft Road SW, Canton, OH 44750-0001
1-800-321-9236, Monday through Friday - 9:00am to 5:00pm, Eastern Time
www.fitnessquest.oom
Ordering Missing or Defective Parts
When ordering parts, always provide the following information:
1. NAME, MAILINGADDRESSAND TELEPHONE NUMBER
2. DATE OF PURCHASE
3. WHERE PRODUCT IS PURCHASED (NAME OF RETAIL STORE, CITY)
4. MODEL NUMBER (EXB 01286)
5. PART ORDER NUMBER AND DESCRIPTION
All details depicted in this Owner's Manual, and of the product itself, are subject to change without notice.
Manual Packet contains: Manual and Warranty Card
Fastener Pack: Two Carriage Bolts Two Acorn Nuts
Two Washers Two PhillipsScrews
Parts Identification
Gdp Left Weight in box Length Width Height
Handlebar 50 Ibs. 37-1/2" 8-1/2" 26-1/2"
(10)
seat Weight out Length Width Height
Right (10) of box
Handlebar 20" 46"
(15) 42 Ibs. 45-1/2"
Seat
Adjustment
Monitor Knob
(32) (16)
Fan Guard
Assembly
(40)
PDdal
(26)
Rear Foot
Tube
(2)
Leveling
Caps
(1)
Tool Included for Assembly:
1-13mm Wrench (included)
Additional Tool Needed:
1-13mm Wrench (not included)
(0) Connecting
Arm Left Chain
(25) Guard
(43)
Front Foot
Tube
(5) 4

NOTE: Occasionally our products contain components that are pre-lubricated at the factory.
We recommend that you protect flooring, or anything else the parts may contact, with
newspaper or cloth,
ASSEMBLY - Foot Tubes
IMPORTANT
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING.
FIGURE 1
Step 1. Align REAR FOOT TUBE (2)
with FRAME (3) using (6)
MACHINE SCREWS M5 x 15mm
(#33 [4] machine screws not
shown)
//i/ M5 x 15turn
///j' Machine Screws
/_ Leveling Caps
," _"_, ."_W"_V .._ _ (1)
Frame
-.J_ (2) ",LJ_
M8 Cap
Nut
(8)
5/16"
Flat Black
(7)
Foot Cap
(9)
M8 x 35ram
Carriage
Bolts
(s)
Front
Foot Tube
(s)
Frame
(3)
p Nut
(8)
5/16"
Flat Black
Washer
(7)
Foot Cap
(9)
FIGURE 2
Step 2. Attach FRONT FOOT TUBE
(5) with square holes at
bottom to FRAME (3) using
two CARRIAGE BOLTS (6)
48 x 35mm, two 5/16" FLAT
BLACK WASHERS (7) and
two CAP NUTS M8 (8).
FIGURE 2

ASSEMBLY - Seat
FIGURE 3
Step 3, Attach SEAT (10) to SEAT POST (13) using (3) LOCK NUTS M8 (11) and
(3) 8mm WASHERS (12).
Step 4. Slide BELLOWS (14) on to SEAT POST (13).
Step 5. Remove SEAT ADJUSTMENT KNOB.
Step 6. Slide SEAT POST into FRAME and align SEAT ADJUSTMENT KNOB
to holes and tighten.
(13)
M8
(11)
Bellows
(14)
8ram
Washers
(12)
Seat
Adjustment
Knob
(16)
FIGURE 3
Frame
(3)
Seat Post
Bushing
(15)

ASSEMBLY - Pedals
FIGURE 4
Step 7. (At this pointyou willneed two 13mm wrenches. One is
included in package). Attach handlebar assemblies
(marked R/L) to FRAME (3) with AXLE (20), two large
FLAT WASHERS (21), two LOCK NUTS M8 (30) and two
PLASTIC CAPS (23).
Step 8. (Remove hardware from Pedal,) Attach PEDALS (26) thru
METAL BUSHING (27) on CONNECTING ARM (25), Slide
SPACER (28) over threaded area of PEDAL and attach to
CRANK (29). Attach 1/2" LOCK NUT (30) to pedal &
secure. FIGURE 4
Grip
(24)
Right
(18)
Plastic
Bushing
(17)
Large Flat
Washer (21)
Nut
(3o)
PlasticCap
(23)
Metal Bushlng
(27)
1i2" Lock C°nnectlng
Arm
Nut (25)
(30)
Pedal (26)
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ASSEMBLY- Monitor
FIGURE 5
Step 9. Attach REED SWITCH WIRE (33) to MONITOR (32) and attach to FRAME (3)
using two MACHINE SCREWS M5 x 15ram (31). Install two "AA" Batteries (included)
into back of MONITOR (22)
IMPORTANT
Your monitor includes low grade
batleries that will operate the
computer for display purposes
only. You will need to replace the
batteries shortly after using the
bike for the first few limes, Monitor
(32)
Machine
Screws
M5 (31) FIGURE 5
Frame
(3)
Switch
Wire
(33)
IMPORTANT: Always consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program. If you
are taking medication which may affect your heart rate, a physician's advise is
absolutely essential.
WARNING: Do not carry batteries loosely, such as in a purse or pocket. The batteries may
explode or leak and cause injury if installed improperly, misused, disposed of in a
fire or recharged.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Cause Correction
No display on monitor
No speeding distance
displays on monitor.
Batteries weak or dead
Reed switch wire not
connected to monitor.
Reed switch not working
properly.
Monitor not working
Chain is too loose.Chain makes popping
noise.
Bike rocks as you pedal Bike is not level
It is not necessary to return entire bike for a monitor repair.
Replace batteries
Securely plug reed switch
wire into back of monitor.
Replace Reed Switch.
Replace Monitor.
Adjust Chain
SeeChainAdjustment below.
Adjust leveling caps on
rear foot tube until bike
is level.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
Loosen RIGHT (41) and LEFT (42) CHAIN GUARDS
at center of fan wheel, loosen 3/8" nut on both sides
of bike. "nghten two 3/16" nuts at eyebolt on both
sides until slack is removed from chain.
Tighten up 3/8" nut on both sides.
Reattach both LEFT and RIGHT CHAIN GUARDS.

HOW TO BEGIN
WARNING: Prior to undertaking any exercise, or program of exercise that requires amajor
increase in physical activity, consultation with a competent medical authority is
strongly recommended. In addition, anyone who has a physical handicap, who
suffers from a prolonged illness, or who has increased risk factors such as obe-
sity, hypertension, cardiocirculatory problems, etc., should consult a competent
medical authority before undertaking any exercise, or engaging in a continuing
program of exercise.
By first doing the above, you will then have a starting point from which to
measure your increased physical improvement.
CA UTION: Stop exercising if you experience any of the following symptoms.
- Pressure, tension, or pain in your chest, shoulders, neck, jaw, or arms.
- Noticeable pain of any kind (i.e. leg or stomach cramps).
- Lightheaded or dizziness (fainting-lack of vision).
- Abnormal breathing (rapid or lack of air).
- Sudden unsteadiness, weakness or numbness of the face, arms, legs or body.
- Loss of speech, problems speaking, or understanding speech.
- Unusual fatigue.
- Lowering of your heart rate with increased exercise demands.
-Fluttering in your chest (heart palpitations).
If any of these symptoms occur, call your doctor immediately. If exercise is new to you, don_tpush your-
self too fast. Be conscious of your body and what it is telling you. If pain develops anywhere in your
body, slow down.
SET FITNESS GOALS
General guidelines to follow.
The key to a healthful program is defining your personal goals, and establishingan exercise/nutrition
program that will help you to be successful.
What your individual exercise goals are will depend on many factors, some of which includes your
age, current fitness level, sex, heredity, and according to your lifestyle, the amount of time available
to exercise.
Disciplining yourself not to skip a workout period is a very important short term goal. Many exercise
programs fail because this goal is not set as a priority.Just some of the advantages that you will
receive with a consistent long term exercise program include; a decrease in the percentage of stored
fat, firmer better toned muscles, increased vitality, and improved overall health in all areas of your
physical and mental efficiency.
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PLANNING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM
When and how much exercise to do,
Probably the most importantpart of exercising, especially ifexercise is new for you, is commitment,
commitment, commitmentl Maintaining a physically fit body does not require hours and hours of your
time. For an average non-exercising person, a safe and generally accepted schedule is to exercise
consistently for 20 to 30 minutes, three times per week to maintain cardiovascular fitness.
Keeping a written record will help you to see your progress and may serve to help you keep your
commitment. It is extremely important to start out slow and not to overdo, especially for the first
month or two. Two reasonable times to workout, if it fits your schedule, is in the morning before
breakfast, or early evening before your evening meal.
Research shows that to increase your fitness level you should workout at a level of 70 to 80 percent
of your maximum heart rate. This is the target zone for best results. Exceeding your target zone will
not increase your fitness level, and could be very dangerous.
MONITORING YOUR HEART RATE
Before beginning your workout, Check your normal resting heart rate. Place your fingers lightly
against your neck, or against your wrist over the main artery. After feeling your pulse, count the
number of beats for 10 seconds. Multiply the number of beats by six to determine your pulse rate
per minute.
Keep a log of your heart rate at rest; after warming up, during your workout, and two minutes during
your cool down, then 10 minutes after your cool down.
We recommend taking your heart rate at these times to accurately track your progress as it relates
to better physical fitness.
Your maximum heart rate and aerobic capacity naturally decreases as you age. In general, to deter-
mine your maximum heart rate, subtract your age from 220, This may vary from one person to an-
other, but use this number to find your approximate effective target zone,
(MHR)= Maximum Heart Rate
(THR)= Target Heart Rate
220 - age = maximum heart rate (MHR). MHR x ,70 = 70% of your heart rate.
MHR x .85 = 85% of your maximum heart rate.
For example, ifyou are 30 years old, your calculations will be as follows:
220 - 30 = 190
190 x .70 = 133 (Low end or 70% of THR)
190 x .85 = 161 (High end or 85% of THR)
See Table No. 1 for additional calculations,
If exercise is new to you, don't push yourself too fast. Be conscious of your body and what it is
telling you. If pain develops anywhere in your body, slow down. Heart rhythm disturbances may
occur if you stop abruptly, so always remember to cool down.
You are an individual and your body is unique. All of the information in this manual is for an average
person with average physical fitness. Use these instructions as a guide.
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F
HEART RATE TARGET ZONE FOR CARDIOVASCULAR FITNESS
TABLE 1
leart Rate
(Beats/Min)
\
2OO
190
180
170
160
150
140
130
120
110
100 20
195
185
lsn
175
170
165 165
161 160
157 153 155 150
14E 144 145
"-. 140 14C
136 .......136
133 _'_ 131
129 _
129 "_''-4._ 123
129 119
115 119
112 108
105 101
98
25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75
80
AGE (YRS)
TABLE 2
Exercise Warm Up THR% Cool Down Total Sessions Total Time
Week Period Minutes Period Time Per Wk. Per Wk.
4
5
5
5
5
5
60-65% -8 5 17 3 51
65-70% -10 5 20 3 60
70-75% -15 5 25 3 75
70-80% -20 5 30 3 90
70-85% -25 5 35 3 105
70-85% -25 5 35 3 105
1&2
3&4
5&6
7&8
9&10
11 & 12
Maximum
Attainable
Heart Rate
85%
Target
Zone
70%
Target
Zone
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WARMING UP
The greatest improvements are achieved when muscles are warm. Stretches should beslow, steady,
and held for 15to 30 seconds, then gradually release back to the starting position. Stretch to a point
where tension is felt, not pain. Never bounce or jerk while stretching. The most important feature of
balanced fitness is to be consistent. Begin each workout period by first warming up. Start your warm
up by walking in place or around in the house for 2 to 5 minutes, then perform the stretches suggest-
ed below. This will slowly increase your body temperature and blood flow, so your muscles are more
flexible, thus preventing muscle strain and injuries. The idea is to gradually build up your entire sys-
tern for the workout period, then after you workout, gradually return to normal.
Some suggested warm-up exercise are as follows:
WAIST TWIST: With your feet shoulder width apart, slowly twistyour upper body right and left.
CALF STRETCH: Lean against a wall or a solid object keeping your body straight. Slowly raise
up and down on the balls or your feet.
SQUATS: From a standing position, balance yourself by holding onto a solid object or the wall.
Slowly squat down until the upper portion of your legs are level with your knees. Return to the stand-
ing position.
WORKING OUT
Too much...too little...how much is enough?
The key to a healthful program is defining your personal goals and establishing an exercise/nutrition
program that will help you to be successful. At approximately 20 minutes into an aerobic exercise
your body shifts into what is called the "fat-burning phase". During this phase your are able to attack
greater amounts of stored fat. Although it is often neglected, stretching can effectively reduce mus-
cle tension, help good posture, increase range of motion and improve the loss of movement. It is a
good idea to drink cool water before, during and after your workout.
CAUTION: Immediately after a workout if you are over-heated, do not drink lots of ice cold water.
Cool your body down gradually using cool water. Drinking after a workout replaces the water that
you have lost by sweating during your workout.
If the water is not replaced, it could result in heat exhaustion and/or dehydration. Drinking eight
glasses of water a day is generally recommended. After completing the stretches and warm-up, you
are ready to begin.
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MONITOR INSTRUCTIONS
USING YOUR MONITOR
Your monitor isdesigned to provide five functions
(Time, Speed, Distance, Calories and Scan.)
SPEED can be displayed in either "Miles" or "KM" per hour.
DISTANCE is displayed from 0.1 to 9999 miles or km.
TIME is displayed in hours; seconds up to 23 hours;
59 minutes 59 seconds.
CALORIES is displayed 1 to 9999 KCAL.
SCAN sequentially displays Time, Distance and Calories
every 12 seconds to help you monitor each function.
The monitor will automatically shut off if no movement
is detected for 4 minutes,
To Turn on Monitor "ON"
1. Press the "RESET" button for 2 seconds to
clear the monitor.
2. The monitor will automatically turn on as
you begin to pedal or ifyou press any of the
3 buttons.
3. Initial start up will be in SCAN mode.
To Set Miles or Kilometers
1. On the back of the monitor, push switch in
for Kilometers, Switch is set for Miles.
2. Take one battery out of case.
3. Now replace the battery back into the case.
4. Your monitor will show "K" for kilometers or
"M"for miles.
To View "TIME" Only
1. Press the "Mode" button until "T" appears in
the display. Then press "SET" button.
2. You are now in "TIME" function. The
"SCAN" function has been disengaged,
To View "SPEED"
1. Speed is automatically displayed as you
begin to pedal.
To View "DISTANCE" only
1. Press the "MODE/RESET" button until "D"
appears in the display, Then press "SET"
button.
2, You are now in "DISTANCE" function, The
"SCAN" function has been disengaged.
To View "CALORIES" Only
1. Press the "MODE" button until "C" appears
in the display. Then press the "SET" button,
2. You are now in "CALORIES" function. The
"SCAN" function has been disengaged.
3. Calories are calculated based on speed of
pedal and the duration of time, Calories
burned will automatically stop when you
stop pedaling.
To
1.
2.
3.
To
1.
2.
View by Using "SCAN"
Press the "MODE" button until C,.+_-_appears
in the display.
You are now in "SCAN" mode. Then press
the "SET" button.
Each function will display for 3 seconds.
"RESET" Your Monitor
To reset or clear your monitor, simply press
and hold the "RESET" button for 2 seconds.
Your monitor is now reset and all functions
will appear as zero until you begin your
workout.
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PARTS LIST
ITEM QTY. PART NAME
I 2 Leveling Cap
21Rear Foot Tube
3 1 Frame
4 2 Machine Screw M6 x 10ram
51 Front FootTube
62Carriage BoltM8 x 35ram
72 Flat BlackWasher 5/16
82Cap Nut M8
92Foot Cap
I0 1 Seat
11 2 Lock Nuts M8
12 2 Washers 8mm
13 1 Seat Post
14 1 Bellows
15 1 Seat Post Bushing
16 1 Seat AdjustmentKnob
17 6 Plastic Bushing
18 1 RightHandlebar
19 1 Left Handlebar
20 1 Axle
21 2 Large Flat Washer
22 2 LockNut M8
ITEM
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
4o
41
42
43
QTY. PART NAME
2PlasticCap
2 Grip
2Connecting Arm
2 Pedal
2Metal Bushing1/2"
2Spacer
1Crank
2 Lock Nut 1/2"
6 Machine Screw M5x 15mm
1 Monitor
1 Reed Switch
1 Crank Bearing
2 Sprit Bearing
4 Wavy Washer
1 Roll Pin
1 Chain
4 Sheer Metal Screen M4 x 63
1 Fan Guard Assembly
1RightChain Guard
1 Left Chain Guard
4 Sheel Metal Screw M5 x 12ram
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Dedication to Quality
Fitness Quest warrants this product to be free from all
defects in material and workmanship when used
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
See Limited Warranty & Service for details.
If you have any comments or questions contact our
Customer Service Department, 1oll free at 1-800-321-9236,
Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pro, Eastern Time.
Please record the following information and keep for reference,
Serial #:
Date Of Purchase:
Save your sales raooipt.
(You may wish to staple it into this manual,)
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