Health Care International PhysioStep Pro User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL V1
HealthCare International, Inc.
PO Box 1509 Langley, WA 98260
www.HCIFitness.com
P: (360)-321-7090
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Table of Contents
Safety Precautions........................................................................................2
Warranty Information.....................................................................................3
Assembly Instruction.....................................................................................4
Quick Tips.....................................................................................................6
AC Adaptor ................................................................................................6
Levelers.....................................................................................................6
Seat Adjustments.......................................................................................6
Quick Start.................................................................................................6
Heart Rate .................................................................................................6
USB Workout Summary Report .................................................................6
Button Functions...........................................................................................9
Quick Start –Sit, Start, & Step!....................................................................10
Select a Workout Program..........................................................................10
Setup your Workout Programs....................................................................11
User Setup...............................................................................................11
1. Basic Programs ..................................................................................12
2. Heart Rate Programs (HR 65% / HR 85%) .........................................13
3. Constant Programs (SPM / WATTS) ..................................................14
4. Goal Set Programs (Calories / Distance)............................................15
Cool Down Mode ........................................................................................16
Workout Summary Mode.............................................................................16
Export Workout Summary to USB...............................................................16
Sleep Mode.................................................................................................17
Recovery Mode...........................................................................................17
Using Optional Heart Rate Monitors............................................................18
General Maintenance..................................................................................18
Exploded drawing .......................................................................................19
Parts List.....................................................................................................20

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Safety Precautions
This exercise equipment was designed and built for optimum safety. However, certain
precautions apply whenever you operate a piece of exercise equipment. Be sure to read
the entire manual before assembly and operation of this machine.
Also, please note the following safety precautions:
1. Read all instructions carefully before using the machine.
2. Consult your physician or other health care professional before beginning this or any
type of exercise program.
3. Always wear proper exercise apparel when using the machine.
4. If at any time you feel faint, light-headed or dizzy while operating the machine, stop
exercise immediately. You should also stop exercising if you are experiencing pain or
pressure.
5. Keep children and pets away from the machine while in use.
6. Only one person can use the machine at a time.
7. Make sure your machine is correctly assembled before you use it. Be sure all screws,
nuts, and bolts are tightened prior to use and retighten periodically.
8. Do not operate this or any exercise equipment if it is damaged.
9. Keep hands and feet away from any moving parts. Do not insert any objects into any
openings.
10.Keep clothes, jewelry and loose items away from moving parts.
NOTE: MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY FOR THE
PHYSIOSTEP PRO IS 500 LBS. (227 KGS)
WARNING:
BEFORE BEGINNING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN. THIS
IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT FOR INDIVIDUALS OVER THE AGE OF 35 OR PEOPLE
WITH PRE-EXISTING HEALTH PROBLEMS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS FITNESS EQUIPMENT. WE ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR
PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE SUSTAINED BY OR THROUGH THE
USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

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Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you for your recent purchase of the PhysioStep PRO from HCI Fitness. We
believe that you have purchased one of the highest quality and affordable stepper cross
trainers on the market today. Prior to using your new PhysioStep PRO please review the
owner’s manual and product tips to maximize your workout experience.
Wishing you the best of luck in reaching your health and fitness goals!
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products.
Warranty Information
(Your Serial Number is found on a white sticker at the rear base of the unit, the front of
the user manual, and on the box)
Serial #:_________________ Purchase Date:_______________
3 Year Parts Warranty, One Year Labor, Lifetime Main Frame
NOTE
Before you start to assemble this unit, please note that some of the parts and screws
needed for assembly are already in place on the unit.
TOOL SET:
Tool
QTY
(185) 8mm Allen Wrench Tool
1
(188) 19*90*3T Wrench Tool
1

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Assembly Instruction:
Step 1
Assembling the Console Display
Connect the control wire (34) [behind the
computer (33)] and the control wire (35) [from
the computer post (159)] firmly as the drawing
shows.
Attach the computer (33) to the computer
post (159) using the bolt (33-1).
Step 2
Connecting Seat to the Frame
1. Attach the levelers to the base.
2. Release the StepLock
3. Attach the seat rail to the main
frame using hex bolt (86).
4. Slide the seat base onto the rail.
5. Screw in the rubber seat stops.
6. Adjust the levelers.
7. Optional –Screw in wheel chair
mount.
Attaching the back seat (100) to the back seat
fixed frame (103) using the Bolt (83).
Step 3
Assembling the Seat
1. Attach the handle bars to the seat
base.
2. Attach the seat back mast (103).
3. Unscrew bolts from the seat back
(100).
4. Place AA batteries in heart rate
transmitter.
5. Attach the seat back (100) to the seat
back mast (103).
6. Attach the seat back cover (32) to the
seat back using bolts (19).

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Step 4
Assembling the Rotatable Handles
The rotating handle set (168) can be adjusted
the angle freely and using the rotating pop-lock
(137) to fixed desired length.
Please note:
Connect the power adaptor to the unit before use.
Assembly Complete!
To ensure you get the most out of your workout, be sure to read the seat and
handle adjustment instructions on pages 7 and 8.
Once you have your unit adjusted correctly, continue reading onto page 9 to
learn about the functions of the display buttons.
Now you are ready for your first workout! To get started simply press the
green QuickStart button. You can easily change the resistance using the [+]
and [–]buttons on the right side of the display.
If there will be more than one person using the machine, you can record your
personal configuration below for quick reference.
Name
Handle Bar #
Seat Slide #
Seat Recline #

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Quick Tips
AC Adaptor:
The PhysioStep PRO does need to be plugged into a standard electrical outlet. The
AC adaptor connects at the rear base of the unit, at ground level, on the end of the
unit that is beneath the seat. The display is powered by the adaptor and does not
need batteries.
Levelers:
There are levelers in the front of the unit, beneath the shroud. Please adjust the
levelers to stabilize the unit on your floor.
Seat Adjustments:
The PhysioStep PRO seat position can be adjusted forward and backward by pulling
the long yellow bar located on the right side of the seat. The handle on the left of the
seat allows the seat to swivel for easy access. In addition you can adjust the tilt of the
PhysioStep PRO seat back by pulling the knob located on the back cushion support.
Quick Start:
If you would like to start a simple workout, press the Start Button and use the arrows
to set the resistance. It will automatically start you at level 1.
Heart Rate:
If you would like to monitor your heart rate while using the PhysioStep PRO, simply
use any chest belt. There is a wireless heart rate receiver in the display and it will
automatically connect with all common brands of chest belts (i.e. Polar, Garmin etc).
If you don’t already have one, local sporting goods stores are a good place to
purchase. The Polar T31 Non-Coded is one model that works well.
USB Workout Summary Report:
The PhysioStep PRO features a USB workout summary report. The USB slot is
located on the back of the display. Simply insert a USB into the back of the display
before you start your work out and press the REPORT button when you are finished
with your workout. Please view page 16 for more detail.
The USB workout summary feedback reports total time, total calories, total distance,
as well as Averages and Peaks for METS, WATTs, Heart Rate, Steps Per Minute, and
Speed
Tilt Adjust Knob
Slide Forward /
Backward
Swivel

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Operating Adjustments:
1. Seat Slide: Pull back on the vertical seat knob to
move the seat forward and backward. The seat will
click into place when the seat is in the locked
position.
2. Handle Adjustment: Turn the handle lock knob to the left to release
the handle slide. Slide the handle in and out to change the handle
position.
3. Swivel Seat: Pull up on the horizontal seat
handle and rotate the seat. Release the
handle to lock the seat into position.
4. Seatback Adjustments: Pull out the
back seat knob to adjust the angle of the
seat back.

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5. StepLock: The StepLock allows users to lock the pedals in place during
transfers providing a safe environment to secure their feet to the pedals.
To lock or unlock the StepLock, the pedals must be fully engaged. Then
the StepLock handle can be switched to unlock or lock the pedals.
6. Wheelchair Access: The seat assembly can be removed allowing for
wheelchair bound users to easily access the unit.
First remove the 2 rubber stoppers located at the end of the seat rail. Then
pull on the vertical seat knob to slide the seat off the seat rail. Before use, lock
the rear stoppers on the wheelchair and connect the front of the wheel chair
to the unit using the safety strap and center hook located on the seat rail.
Be sure to inspect the wheelchair connection before using the unit.

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PhysioStep PRO Display Console
Button Functions
1. QUICK START BUTTON
1.1.Pressing the QUICK START button starts a manual workout.
2. ENTER BUTTON
2.1. The ENTER button selects programs and confirms data entry.
3. [+] / UP BUTTON
3.1. Press the [+] button to increase values.
3.2. Holding the [+] button will rapidly increase values.
4. [-] / DOWN BUTTON
4.1. Press the [-] button to decrease values.
4.2. Holding the [-] button will rapidly decrease values.
5. WORKOUTS BUTTON
5.1. Before you start your workout, press the WORKOUTS button to choose a preset
program. Continue to press the WORKOUTS button to cycle through the
programs.
5.2. If you have already started a workout, press RESET twice then use the
WORKOUTS button as explained above.
6. RECOVERY BUTTON
6.1. The recovery function is only available when using a HR monitor.
6.2. Press the RECOVERY button to enter the cool down mode.
6.3. When in the recovery mode, all other buttons are disabled.

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7. PAUSE BUTTON
7.1.While exercising press the PAUSE button to pause your workout. The display will
show “Press QUICKSTART to resume or RESET for workout summary”.
7.2.Press the QUICKSTART button to resume your workout.
7.3.Press the RESET button to view your workout summary.
7.4.In the Report Mode, the PAUSE button will return you to the last step.
8. RESET BUTTON
8.1.To end your workout and view your workout summary press the RESET button.
8.2. Holding down the RESET button for 3 seconds will reset the display.
9. REPORT BUTTON
9.1.Enables the USB workout report export function in summary mode.
Quick Start –Sit, Start, & Step!
1. Adjust your seat and handles to a comfortable position allowing your legs and arms
to use the full range of motion.
2. Press the QUICK START button.
3. Start Stepping! You can use [+] / [-] buttons to adjust the resistance level at any
time during your workout.
OR
Select a Workout Program
1. Press the WORKOUTS button to view programs.
2. To scroll through the different programs continue to press the WORKOUTS button.
3. Then press the Enter button to select your desired workout program.
4. Follow the steps described in the next section to start your desired workout.
*If you have not selected anything after 5 minutes the display will automatically power off.

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Setup your Workout Programs
Before starting your workout make sure that your seat is comfortably adjusted.
NOTE: Use the WORKOUTS button to cycle through programs. Press the WORKOUTS
button again to view the next workout. Press ENTER to select your desired workout.
User Setup:
After selecting your desired workout the first step is to enter your user information. This
step will be the same for all workouts.
Use the PAUSE button to return to the previous step when entering user info.
Gender: Use the [+] / [-] buttons to change Male (M) or Female (F).
Press the ENTER button to set gender.
Age: Use the [+] / [-] buttons to change your age.
Press the ENTER button to set age.
Weight: Use the [+] / [-] buttons to change your weight.
Press the ENTER button to set weight.

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1. Basic Programs
Manual, Warm Up, Interval, Valley, Ramp, Mountain, Rolling, Climb, Random, Hill,
Fat Burn, Cardio, and Strength.
1.1.User Setup - You will be prompted gender, age, weight, and time.
Use the PAUSE button to return to the previous step when entering user info.
1.2.Set Time: Use the [+] / [-] buttons to set workout time. (Counting Down)
1.2.1.1.Press the ENTER button to set workout time.
1.3.Once your user information has been entered press Quick Start!
1.4.In the basic programs you can use the [+] / [-] buttons to change the resistance level.
1.5.Once your workout is complete a 3 minute Cool Down will begin.
Basic Programs Screens

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2. Heart Rate Programs (HR 65% / HR 85%) *Requires HR Monitor
*Recommended Model Polar T31 Non-Coded Version
2.1.User Setup - You will be prompted gender, age, weight, time, & HR.
Use the PAUSE button to return to the previous step when entering user info.
2.1.1. Set Time: Use the [+] / [-] buttons to set workout time. (Counting Down)
2.1.1.1.Press the ENTER button to set workout time.
2.1.2. Pulse: Use the [+] / [-] buttons to change your target heart rate.
(Shown as percentage [65% or 85%] of full target heart rate)
2.1.2.1.Press the ENTER button to set your target heart rate.
2.2.Once your user information has been entered press Quick Start!
2.3.If your heart rate cannot be detected, the screen will show [? ] and reset to
the home screen.
2.4.In the Heart Rate programs your resistance level will automatically increase or
decrease to help reach your target heart rate.
2.5.Once your workout is complete a 3 minute Cool Down will begin.
Heart Rate Programs Screens

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3. Constant Programs (SPM / WATTS)
3.1.User Setup - You will be prompted gender, age, weight, time & constant.
Use the PAUSE button to return to the previous step when entering user info.
3.1.1. Set Time: Use the [+] / [-] buttons to set workout time. (Counting Down)
3.1.1.1.Press the ENTER button to set workout time.
3.1.2. Set SPM / WATTS: Use the [+] / [-] buttons to change your constant metric.
3.1.2.1.Press the ENTER button to set your constant metric.
3.2.Once your user information has been entered press Quick Start!
3.3. If you are not using the machine, the screen will show “[?] Check SPM”
3.4.In the constant programs your resistance level will automatically increase or
decrease to maintain constant SPM or WATTS.
3.5.Once your workout is complete a 3 minute Cool Down will begin.
Constant Programs Screens

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4. Goal Set Programs (Calories / Distance)
4.1.User Setup - You will be promoted gender, age, weight, time, & goal.
Use the PAUSE button to return to the previous step when entering user info.
4.1.1. Set Time: Use the [+] / [-] buttons to set workout time. (Counting Down)
4.1.1.1.Press the ENTER button to set workout time.
4.1.2. Set Calories / Distance: Use the [+] / [-] buttons to change your goal.
4.1.2.1.Press the ENTER button to set your goal.
4.2.Once your user information has been entered press Quick Start!
4.3.In the Goal programs your workout will complete once your goal is reached. Use
the [+] / [-] buttons to change the resistance level.
4.4.Once your workout is complete a 3 minute Cool Down will begin.
Goal Set Programs Screens

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Cool Down Mode
1. After completing your workout program a 3 minute cool down will automatically start.
2. Press the PAUSE button to pause your cool down, and QUICK START to resume
your cool down.
3. Press the RESET button to skip the cool down and view workout summary.
Workout Summary Mode
* After cool down mode, the display shows workout summary*
1. The workout summary mode displays your personal data as shown below: Total
Time, Distance, and Calories; as well as Average METs, WATTS, Steps per Minute
(SPM) and Pulse.
Export Workout Summary to USB
*USB Slot Located on Back of Display*
Quickly Enter Workout Summary by Pressing: Pause, Reset, Report.
1. Insert your USB into the USB slot on the back of the display.
2. When the USB is correctly inserted the display will show the symbol “USB.”
3. When you have completed your workout and are on the Workout Summary Mode
screen, press the REPORT button to begin the export process.
4. Press the ENTER button twice to set your Workout ID.
5. Use the [+] / [-] buttons to scroll through values (a-z and #0-9). Press the ENTER
button to select a value and move to the next space.
6. Set your ID by pressing the ENTER button until you reach the last space.
PLEASE NOTE: At any time you can press PAUSE to return to the previous step.
7. After you have set your personal ID, press ENTER to select the date (Day / Month /
Year). Use the [+] / [-] buttons to scroll through the values [a-z and #0-9]. Once the
date is selected, press the ENTER button to confirm and complete.

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8. Once the date is complete, the display will show the messages “Export” and “Press
Enter to Export Data”. Press the ENTER button to export your workout summary
report to USB. Saving your workout summary will take a few seconds.
9. Your workout summary report will be saved in a .csv file that you can open in excel.
The display will read “Complete” when it has been exported successfully.
10.If there is an error during the data export, the display will read “Error.” If this happens,
press the PAUSE button to return to the previous step and export again.
Sleep Mode
If you do not use the unit for five minutes the display will automatically power off.
In sleep mode, the LCD monitor will be powered off; any buttons or USB functions
will be disabled.
To wake the unit –start using the machine again and it will power on.
Recovery Mode
*Requires HR Monitor
1. At any time during a workout program you can press the RECOVERY button to enter
the recovery mode to see how quickly your body returns to its resting heart rate.
2. Once in the recovery mode the user’s peak heart rate is displayed on the top left with
the active heart rate below. You will have 1 minute to monitor your heart rate in
recovery mode.
3. When the recovery is complete, the screen will display: Excellent (F1.0), Very Good
(F2.0), Good (F3.0), Satisfactory (F4.0), Sufficient (F5.0) or Fail (F6.0) based on the
rate of recovery.
4. P0 = the user’s heart rate when the recovery mode was initiated.
P1 = the user’s heart rate after completing the recovery mode.

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Using Optional Heart Rate Monitors
1. Chest Strap Recommended Model: Polar T31 Non-Coded Version
1.1.In order to ensure the chest strap is working correctly please refer to the
manufacturer’s instructions. In general, the chest strap must remain wet to
accurately work. Moistening the electrodes is very important. Be sure to fasten
the strap correctly below your pectoral muscle.
General Maintenance
1. Cleaning - Use soap and warm water or antibacterial wipes to clean your unit.
2. Tightening - Periodically inspect your unit to ensure that all screws, nuts, and bolts
are tightened and retighten if necessary. Do not over tighten.

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