Horizon Fitness 3.1E User manual

ELITE SERIES
3.1E
Elliptical User’s Guide

Table of Contents
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
ELLIPTICAL OPERATION & ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
CONSOLE FEATURES & DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
PROGRAM PROFILES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
PROGRAM CHARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
USING YOUR RACE PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
USING YOUR THR ZONE PROGRAMS 1 & 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
USING YOUR CUSTOM USER PROGRAMS 1 & 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
MONITORING YOUR HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
HEART RATE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM & WARM UP/COOL DOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
WEEKLY LOG SHEETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
MONTHLY LOG SHEETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
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CAUTION
Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment.
Save this manual for future reference.
CAUTION
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed. Read all instructions
before using this exercise product.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons:
•Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this owner's
guide. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
•Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
•Do not remove the elliptical trainer's side covers. Service should be performed
only by an authorized Horizon Fitness service provider.
•Never operate this elliptical trainer if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, if it has been damaged, or immersed in water.
•Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
•Do not use outdoors.
•Only use the power cord provided with your elliptical trainer.
•Never place the power cord under carpeting or place any object on top of the
power cord, which may pinch or damage it.
•Unplug your elliptical trainer before moving it.
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Important Precautions
WARNING

OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
CAUTION!
•If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop
exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.
•Do not turn pedal arms by hand.
•Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of the elliptical trainer.
•Make sure handlebars are secure before each use.
•Read the owner's guide before operating this elliptical trainer.
•Maintain a comfortable pace. Do not ‘sprint’ above 80 rpms on this machine.
•To maintain balance it is recommended to keep a grip on the
handlebars while exercising, mounting or dismounting the machine.
OPERATION
It is essential that your elliptical trainer is used only indoors, in a climate controlled room. If your
elliptical trainer has been exposed to colder temperatures or high moisture climates, it is strongly rec-
ommended that the elliptical trainer is warmed up to room temperature before first time use. Failure
to do so may cause premature electronic failure.
CHILDREN
•Keep children off of your elliptical trainer at all times.
•When the elliptical is in use, young children and pets should be kept at least 10
feet away.
CLEANING
•Clean with soap and slightly damp cloth only. Never use solvents.
WEIGHT CAPACITY
•300 lbs
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CAUTION
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CAUTION:
BEFORE BEGINNING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM, ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN. IF YOU
EXPERIENCE CHEST PAINS, NAUSEA, DIZZINESS OR SHORTNESS OF BREATH, STOP EXERCIS-
ING AND CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE CONTINUING.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ BEFORE USE!
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION!
There are several areas during the assembly process of a elliptical trainer that special attention must
be paid. It is very important to follow the assembly instructions correctly and to make sure all parts
are firmly tightened. If the assembly instructions are not followed correctly, the elliptical trainer
could have frame parts that are not tightened and will seem loose and may cause irritating noises. To
prevent damage to the elliptical trainer, the assembly instructions must be reviewed and corrective
actions should be taken.
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CAUTION
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CAUTION
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Before proceeding, find your elliptical trainer’s serial number and model name located under the
console mast boot and enter it in the space provided below:
SERIAL NUMBER AND MODEL NAME LOCATION:
ENTER YOUR SERIAL NUMBER IN BOX BELOW:
Refer to this number when calling for service, and also enter this serial number on your
Warranty Card and in your own records. Be sure to read the Safety Instructions and complete
Owner’s Guide before using your new elliptical trainer.
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CONGRATULATIONS! on choosing your elliptical trainer.
You’ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your elliptical
trainer is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals. Regular use of your
elliptical trainer can improve the quality of your life in so many ways.
Here are just a few of the health benefits of aerobic exercise:
•Weight Loss
•A Healthier Heart
•Improved Muscle Tone
•Increased Daily Energy Levels
•Reduced Stress
•Help In Countering Anxiety and Depression
•An Improved Self Image
The key to reaping these benefits is to develop the exercise habit. Your new elliptical trainer will help
you eliminate the obstacles that prevent you from getting in your exercise time. Inclement weather
and darkness won't interfere with your workout when you use your elliptical trainer in the comfort of
your home. This manual provides you with basic information for using and enjoying your new
machine. A more complete knowledge of your new elliptical trainer will assist you in realizing your
goal of a healthy lifestyle.
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Before You Begin
Console
Handle Bar
Grip pulse
Console Mast Boot
Pivoting Foot Pad
Pedal Arm
Guide Rail
Transport Wheel
Speakers
Fan
Console Mast
Front Foot Tube

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Assembly
UNPACKING
Unpack the product where you will be using it. Place the product on a level flat surface. It is recom-
mended that you place a protective covering on your floor. Note: It is recommended that you apply
grease to the threads of each bolt as you assemble the product, to prevent loosening and noise. Also,
during each assembly step, ensure that ALL nuts and bolts are in place and partially threaded in
before completely tightening any ONE bolt.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY! Place your elliptical
trainer on a level flat surface. It is recommended that you place a protective covering on your floor.
PARTS (see illustration on previous page)
• 1 Front Foot Tube
• 2 Upper Handlebars
• 2 Lower Handlebars/Link Arms
• 2 Pedal arms
• 2 Foot Pads
• 2 Guide Rails
• 1 Console
• 1 Console Mast
• 1 Console Mast Boot
• 1 Power Supply
• 2 Crank Boots
• 2 Front Upper Handlebar Covers
• 2 Back Upper Handlebar Covers
• 1 Hardware Pack
TOOLS (included)
•4mm Allen Wrench
•5mm Allen Wrench/Phillips Screw Driver
•13/15mm Flat Wrench
•17mm Wrench
CONTACT HORIZON FITNESS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER; TOLL FREE @ 1-800-244-4192
OR VISIT www.horizonfitness.com

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F) 17mm Nut
Qauntity: 2
K) 25mm Teflon
Coated Washer
Quantity: 4
L) Wavy Washer
Quantity: 2
I) 15mm Screw
Quantity: 4
J) Arc Washer
Quantity: 3
H) 20mm Screw
Quantity: 2
G) 13mm Nut
Quantity: 3
E) 8mm Set Screw
Quantity: 4
B) 70mm Bolt
Quantity: 3
O) 17mm Wrench
Quantity: 1
P) 15/13mm Wrench
Quantity: 1
N) 4mm Allen
Quantity: 1
M) 5mm Allen/
Screw Driver
Quantity: 1
U) Lock Washer
Quantity: 3
D) 15mm Bolt
Quantity: 6
C) 12mm Bolt
Quantity: 3
R) White Teflon Washer
Quantity: 4
T) 40mm Bolt
Quantity: 2
S) Sleeve
Q) 8mm Bolt
Quantity: 8
HARDWARE
A) 20mm Bolt
Quantity: 2

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STEP 1:
ATTACH FRONT TUBE.
Note: Make sure not to tighten
bolts until all assembly steps have
been completely assembled and
aligned.
STEP 2:
ATTACH LEFT & RIGHT GUIDE
RAILS.
STEP 3:
ATTACH CONSOLE MAST AND
CONSOLE MAST BOOT.
Note: Make sure to loosen the
water bottle screws in order to fit
the console cable through the
mast. DO NOT PINCH WIRES!
STEP 4:
ATTACH LEFT & RIGHT PEDAL
ARMS AND PEDAL ARM
SLEEVES.
Note: Black ‘Teflon’ surface of K
should be facing the pedal arm.
STEP 5:
ATTACH LEFT & RIGHT LOWER
HANDLE BARS TO CONSOLE
MAST. ATTACH LEFT & RIGHT
UPPER HANDLE BARS. ATTACH
H-BAR COVERS. Note: Bolts and
washers are pre-assembled.
STEP 6:
ATTACH FOOT PAD TO FOOT
PLATE THEN CONNECT THE
PIVOTING FOOT PAD.
STEP 7:
ATTACH LEFT & RIGHT LINK ARMS TO LOWER LEFT
& RIGHT HANDLE BARS.
STEP 8:
ATTACH CONSOLE AND CONNECT ALL WIRES.
Note: DO NOT PINCH WIRES!
Note: Bolts are pre-assembled to console.

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POWER
Your programmable elliptical trainer is powered by a power supply. The power supply must be
plugged into the power jack, which is located in the front of the machine near the front foot tube.
LEVELING
The elliptical trainer should be level for optimum use. Once you have placed the elliptical trainer
where you intend to use it, raise or lower the adjustable levelers located underneath each guiderail.
Once you have leveled the elliptical trainer, lock the levelers in place by tightening the wing nuts
against the frame.
Elliptical Operation & Adjustment

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MOVING
Your elliptical trainer has a pair of transport wheels built into the front of the frame. Carefully pick up
the guide rails and roll the elliptical to the desired position.

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CAUTION
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CAUTION! Our elliptical trainers are well built and heavy, weighing up to 200lbs.! Use care and
additional help if necessary when moving.
FOOT POSITIONING
Your elliptical trainer has a variety of foot positions to offer a variance in your workout routine and to
strengthen and train a wider range of leg muscles. Your elliptical trainer also allows you to pedal both
forward and backwards to allow you to focus on other muscle groups such as hamstring and calves.
When using your elliptical trainer, you may notice that your heel raises off of the foot pad. This is a
natural walking or running motion and you should not try to prevent this.

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Console Features & Display
3.1E QUICK START UP
Simply press the 'Start" button to begin exercising. The program will automatically default to the
Manual program unless another program is selected.
RESET
Press and hold the Stop button to reset the console.
LOCATING THE SPEAKER INPUT JACK
Compatible with CD/MP3, AM/FM and cassette, etc.
Speaker Input Jack
CD/MP3 Player Holder

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TIME
Shown as Minutes:Seconds. View the time remaining or the time elapsed in
your workout.
DISTANCE
Shown as Miles. View the accumulated distance during your workout.
CALORIES
Shown as total accumulated calories burned during your workout.
RPM
Shown as Revolutions per Minute. Improve striding technique while reducing
leg muscle fatigue by striding between 60 & 70 RPM.

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RESISTANCE
During a workout, the amount of resistance can be adjusted by pressing the
plus ‘Up’ or ‘Down’ buttons or the quick resistance keys on the console. The
resistance levels vary from level 1 to 20 quick speed keys (level 1 being the
easiest and level 20 being the most difficult).
WATTS
A measurement of your expending energy. May be used to evaluate and quan-
tify your fitness progress over time.
HEART RATE
Shown as Beats per Minute. You can monitor your heart rate at any time dur-
ing your workout by holding the heart rate grips.
PROFILE
Allows you to view your program intensity while you exercise.
Each horizontal row of bars represents 2 resistance levels.

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CHOOSING A PROGRAM
With the program text scrolling, press the arrow keys to scroll through the different programs. Press
enter to choose your desired program. Once you choose your program, you will see the resistance
level scrolling across the screen.
CHOOSING A RESISTANCE
With the resistance text scrolling, press the arrow keys or quick resistance keys to scroll through the
different resistance levels. Press enter to choose your desired resistance. Once you choose your
resistance, you will see the time scrolling across the screen.
CHOOSING A TIME
With the time text scrolling, press the arrow keys to scroll through the different times. Press enter to
choose your desired time. Once you choose your time, press the ‘Enter’ button and begin your work-
out.
CHOOSING YOUR WEIGHT
With the weight text scrolling, press the arrow keys to scroll through the different weights. Press enter
to choose your desired weight. Once you choose your weight, press the ‘Start’ button and begin your
workout.
FINISHING YOUR WORKOUT
Press the 'Stop' button to pause your workout, press and hold to reset your workout. Remember to
gradually slow down your pace before stopping or pausing your workout. The machine will not stop
moving if you stop your feet abruptly. After you have finished your workout, the console will retain the
data from your workout for 45 seconds before resetting.

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P1 MANUAL
Customized workouts, allowing the user to adjust resistance level to the user's preference.
P2 INTERVALS
Improves your strength, speed, and endurance by raising and lowering the resistance levels through-
out your workout to involve both your heart and muscles.
P3 ROLLING
Maintains weight by gradually raising and lowering the resistance level to gradually raise and lower
your heart rate.
P4 WEIGHT LOSS
Promotes weight loss by raising and lowering the resistance level, while keeping you in your fat burn-
ing zone.
P5 TOUR
Simulates a gradual hill climb to strengthen your leg muscles and improve your cardiovascular health.
P6 RACE
A great motivational program for competitive individuals that allows the user to compete with a com-
puter pacer to the finish line.
P7 THR ZONE 1
Benefits weight loss by maintaining an optimum exercise level to burn fat, while adjusting the resist-
ance to keep you in your target heart rate zone.
P8 THR ZONE 2
Benefits weight loss by maintaining an optimum exercise level to burn fat, while adjusting the resist-
ance to keep you in your target heart rate zone.
P9 CUSTOM USER PROGRAM 1
Customized workout, time defaults to 30 minutes.
P10 CUSTOM USER PROGRAM 2
Customized workout, time defaults to 30 minutes.
Program Profiles

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Program Charts
P2 INTERVALS
Time-based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from.
Peak segments last 30 seconds, valley segments last 90 seconds.
Warm-up and cool-down last 5:00 minutes each and are included in program times.
P3 ROLLING
Time-based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from.
All segments last 10 seconds.
Warm-up and cool-down last 5:00 minutes each and are included in program times.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Level 1 112525 2 525252525211
Level 2 112626 2 626262626211
Level 3 123737 3 737373737321
Level 4 223838 3 838383838322
Level 5 224949 4 949494949422
Level 6 2 3 410410 4 104104104104104 3 2
Level 7 2 3 511511 5 115115115115115 3 2
Level 8 3 3 512512 5 125125125125125 3 3
Level 9 3 3 613613 6 136136136136136 3 3
Level 10 3 4 614614 6 146146146146146 4 3
Program segments
Warm Up Cool Down
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 101112131415
Level 1 111234 5 654321234543
Level 2 122345 6 765432345653
Level 3 223456 7 876543456764
Level 4 234567 8 987654567874
Level 5 345678 91098765678975
Level 6 35678910111098767891085
Level 7 45789101112111098789101186
Level 8 4 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 12 11 10 9 8 9 10 11 12 9 6
Level 9 5 7 9 101112 13 1413121110 9 1011121310 7
Level 10 5 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 13 12 11 10 11 12 13 14 11 7
Warm Up
Program segments
Cool Down
Resistance
Resistance

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P4 WEIGHT LOSS
Time-based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from.
All segments last 10 seconds.
Warm-up and cool-down last 5:00 minutes each and are included in program times.
1234 5 6789101112131415
Level 1 345543 2 234554322322
Level 2 356654 3 345665433432
Level 3 457765 4 456776544543
Level 4 468876 5 567887655653
Level 5 579987 6 678998766754
Level 6 58101098 7 78910109877864
Level 7 6 8 11 11 10 9 8 8 9 10 11 11 10 9 8 8 9 7 5
Level 8 6 9 12 12 11 10 9 9 10 11 12 12 11 10 9 9 10 8 5
Level 9 7 1013131211 10 10111213131211101011 8 6
Level 10 7 1114141312 11 11121314141312111112 9 6
Program segments
Warm Up Cool Down
Resistance
P5 TOUR
Distance-based program with 10 different difficulty levels to choose from.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Total distanc
e
Level 1 Resistance223435 3 454535344322
distance 142 212 283 256 113 387 91 351 333 301 301 165 288 434 312 310 150 113 300
Level 2 Resistance234546 4 565646455432
distance 165 248 330 295 129 466 97 369 431 407 339 179 368 548 349 376 166 125 332
Level 3 Resistance345657 5 676757566543
distance 169 253 337 308 142 484 97 389 441 413 349 187 376 560 373 383 172 129 344
Level 4 Resistance356768 6 787868677653
distance 169 254 338 327 187 500 106 416 462 430 373 201 393 572 396 401 178 134 356
Level 5 Resistance457879 7 898979788754
distance 170 254 339 256 113 387 91 351 333 433 375 205 405 575 400 410 180 135 360
Level 6 Resistance 4 6 8 9 8 10 8 9 10 430 8 10 8 9 9 8 6 4
distance 170 255 340 295 129 466 97 369 431 435 380 208 410 578 405 415 190 143 380
Level 7 Resistance 5 7 9 10 9 11 9 10 11 431 1 9 11 9 10 10 9 7 5
distance 171 256 341 308 142 484 97 389 441 435 380 210 415 580 410 425 200 150 400
Level 8 Resistance5 8 10111012 10 11124322 101210111110 8 5
distance 171 257 342 327 187 500 106 416 462 440 385 215 425 585 415 430 205 154 410
Level 9 Resistance6 8 11121113 11 12134333 111311121211 8 6
distance 172 257 343 327 187 500 106 416 462 450 390 220 460 590 420 435 210 158 420
Level 10 Resistance6 9 12131214 12 13144344 121412131312 9 6
distance 376 502 374 327 187 500 106 416 462 475 400 225 482 600 425 450 220 180 440
Program segments
6522
7147
5905
6192
5772
6096
6233
6431
4841
5718
Warm Up Cool Down
Resistance
Distance = Yards