Horizon Fitness ELITE 3.2E User manual

ELITE SERIES
ELLIPTICAL USER’S GUIDE
FOR MODELS :
3.2E
4.2E
3.2E
4.2E

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INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS
ELLIPTICAL
OPERATION
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
TROUBLESHOOTING
& MAINTENANCE
LIMITED
WARRANTY INTRODUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS and THANK YOU for your purchase of this Elite Series elliptical!
Whether your goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fuller, healthier lifestyle, an Elite Series elliptical can
help you attain it – adding club-quality performance to your at-home workouts, with the ergonomics
and innovative features you need to get stronger and healthier, faster. Because we're committed to
designing fitness equipment from the inside out, we use only the highest quality components. It's a
commitment we back with one of the strongest frame-to-break warranty packages in the industry.
You want exercise equipment that offers the most comfort, the best reliability and the highest quality
in its class.
The Horizon Elite Series delivers.
INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Precautions
Assembly
Before You Begin
Elliptical Operation
Conditioning Guidelines
Troubleshooting & Maintenance
Limited Warranty
CONTACT INFORMATION
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WARRANTY
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CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this elliptical. When using an electrical product, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this elliptical. It is the
responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this elliptical are adequately informed of all warnings
and precautions. If you have any questions after reading this manual, contact Customer Tech Support at the
number listed on the back panel of this manual.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
At NO time should pets or children under the age of 12 be closer to the elliptical than 10 feet.
At NO time should children under the age of 12 use the elliptical.
Children over the age of 12 should not use the elliptical without adult supervision.
It is essential that your elliptical is used only indoors, in a climate controlled room. If your elliptical has been
exposed to colder temperatures or high moisture climates, it is strongly recommended that the elliptical is
warmed up to room temperature before first time use. Failure to do so may cause premature electronic failure.
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons:
• If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and
consult your physician before continuing.
• 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.
• Do not wear clothes that might catch on any part of the elliptical.
• Do not turn pedal arms by hand.
• Make sure handlebars are secure before each use.
• Do not insert or drop any object into any opening.
• Unplug elliptical before moving or cleaning it. To clean, wipe surfaces down with soap and slightly damp
cloth only; never use solvents. (See MAINTENANCE)
• This elliptical should not be used by persons weighing more than 300 pounds on the 3.2E and 325 pounds
on the 4.2E. Failure to comply will void the warranty.
• This elliptical is intended for in-home use only. Do not use this elliptical in any commercial, rental, school
or institutional setting. Failure to comply will void the warranty.
• Do not use elliptical in garages, porches, pool rooms, bathrooms, car ports or outdoors. Failure to comply
may void the warranty.
• Use the elliptical only as described in this manual.
WARNING

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INTRODUCTION
ELLIPTICAL
OPERATION
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
TROUBLESHOOTING
& MAINTENANCE
LIMITED
WARRANTY
ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT: READ THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
There are several areas during the assembly process of a elliptical 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 could have frame parts that are not
tightened and will seem loose and may cause irritating noises. To prevent damage to the elliptical, the
assembly instructions must be reviewed and corrective actions should be taken.
UNPACKING
Unpack the product where you will be using it. Place the product on a level flat surface. It is recommended
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.
Before proceeding, find your elliptical’s serial number
located on the front stabilizer tube and enter it in the
space provided below. Also locate the model name
which is located on the side cover badge.
ENTER YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND
MODEL NAME IN THE BOXES BELOW:
SERIAL NUMBER :
MODEL NAME:
* Refer to the SERIAL NUMBER and MODEL NAME when calling for service.
* Also enter this serial number on your Warranty Card.
WARNING
IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS

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INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS ASSEMBLY BEFORE
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OPERATION LIMITED
WARRANTY
TROUBLESHOOTING
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CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
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ASSEMBLY STEP 1
A) Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 1.
B) Slide TOP CAP over bottom of CONSOLE MAST.
C) Carefully pull the CONSOLE WIRES through the
CONSOLE MAST using the twist tie located inside the
CONSOLE MAST.
D) To attach CONSOLE MAST to the MAIN FRAME, insert
2 BOLTS (A), 2 SPRING WASHERS (B) and 2 ARC
WASHERS (C) into the 2 holes on the curved surface
of the CONSOLE MAST and 4 BOLTS (A), 4 SPRING
WASHERS (B) and 4 FLAT WASHERS (D) into the 4
side holes on the CONSOLE MAST.
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HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 1 CONTENTS :
3.2E
A) Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 1.
B) Slide CONSOLE MAST GROMMET over bottom of
CONSOLE MAST.
C) Carefully pull the CONSOLE WIRES through the
CONSOLE MAST using the twist tie located inside the
CONSOLE MAST.
D) To attach CONSOLE MAST to the MAIN FRAME, insert 2
BOLTS (A), 2 ARC WASHERS (B) and 2 FLAT WASHERS
(C) into the 2 holes on the curved surface of the
CONSOLE MAST and 4 BOLTS (A), 4 SPRING WASHERS
(D) and 4 FLAT WASHERS (C) into the 4 side holes on
the CONSOLE MAST.
E) Insert the left TOP SIDE COVER, followed by the right
TOP SIDE COVER and snap them together.
F) Insert CUP HOLDER and secure it using SCREW (E) as
shown.
G) Slide CONSOLE MAST GROMMET down to seal the
console mast hole.
4.2E
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4.2E. Steps A-G
3.2E. Steps A-D

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ASSEMBLY STEP 2
A) Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 2.
B) Slide left and right FOOT LEVELERS
onto MAIN FRAME.
C) Attach FOOT LEVELERS using
WASHER (F) and BOLT (G).
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HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 2 CONTENTS :
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ASSEMBLY STEP 3
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HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 3 CONTENTS :
A) Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 3.
B) Slide TEFLON SHEET WASHER (H),
PEDAL ARM and TEFLON WASHER
(I) over PEDAL ARM BRACKET
C) Secure PEDAL ARM to PIVOT TUBE,
using NYLON NUT (J).
D) Attach PEDAL ARM COVER using
SCREW (K).
E) Repeat on other side.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
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LIMITED
WARRANTY
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ASSEMBLY STEP 4
NOTE: There is NO hardware for this
step. All hardware is pre-installed.
A) Remove PRE-ATTACHED BOLT &
WASHERS from CONSOLE MAST.
B) Slide LOWER HANDLEBAR onto
CONSOLE MAST and attach by re-
inserting PRE-ATTACHED BOLT &
WASHER.
C) Slide UPPER HANDLEBAR onto
LOWER HANDLEBAR and align
NOTCH with TAB making sure
handlebars are joined together
completely. Secure UPPER
HANDLEBAR to LOWER HANDLEBAR
using PRE-ATTACHED SET SCREWS.
D) Repeat on other side.
WARNING
After handlebars are assembled they will rotate freely – be cautious. Until the
machine is fully assembled, do not grab the handlebars for support.
E) Snap the front and back HANDLEBAR
COVERS together onto the UPPER
HANDLE BARS. Note the position of
the snap tabs on the covers before
snapping into position.
F) Repeat on other side.
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BEFORE
YOU BEGIN
10
INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS ASSEMBLY BEFORE
YOU BEGIN ELLIPTICAL
OPERATION LIMITED
WARRANTY
TROUBLESHOOTING
& MAINTENANCE
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
ASSEMBLY STEP 5
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A ) Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 5.
B) Attach FOOTPAD to LOWER LINK ARM using 4 BOLTS (L).
C) Repeat on other side.
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HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 5 CONTENTS :