Horizon Fitness KINETIC PRO User manual

OWNER’S GUIDE
Horizon Fitness
800 Burton Blvd
DeForest, Wisconsin 53532
Customer Assistance Center: 1.888.993.3199
Fax: [phone] or www.horizonfitness.com
KINETIC PRO
ENDURANCE PRO
Rev 1.1
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Table of Contents
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MONTHLY LOG SHEETS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
MOVING 6
POWER 7
QUICK START UP 8
PROFILES 9
DISPLAY 10
PROGRAMMING 12
TARGET ZONE, MONITORING 13
TROUBLESHOOTING 14
COMMON QUESTIONS 15
HOME USE WARRANTY 16
STRETCHING 17
EXERCISE GUIDELINES 19
FITNESS GOALS 21
WEEKLY LOG SHEETS 22
MONTHLY LOG SHEETS 23
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WEEKLY LOG SHEETS
KINETIC PRO
ENDURANCE PRO
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
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
manufacture.
•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 Horizon Fitness 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 Horizon Fitness Elliptical Trainer before moving it.
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ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS
An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to
determine your goals. Is your primary goal for exercising on your
Horizon Fitness Treadmill to lose weight? Improve muscle? Burn
Stress? Prepare for the spring racing schedule? Knowing what your
goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise program.
Below are some common exercise goals:
If possible try to define your personal goals in precise, measurable
terms, and then put your goals in writing. The more specific you can
be, the easier it will be to track your progress. If your goals are long
term, divide them up into monthly and weekly segments. Longer term
goals can lose some of the immediate motivation benefits. Short term
goals are easier to achieve. Your Horizon Fitness Treadmill console
provides you with several readouts that can be used to record your
progress. You can track Distance, Calories or Time. Time is the most
important and useful of test functions.
Keeping an exercise dairy
Photocopy the weekly and monthly log sheets on the following pages
to make your personal exercise log book. As time goes by you’ll be
able to look back with pride at the work you’ve done. As your fitness
improves, you can look back and see how far you’ve come.
-Weight Loss
-Improve Body Shape and Tone
-Increased Energy Level
-Improved Sports Performance
-Improved Cardiovascular Endurance
-Weight Maintenance
-Strengthen Leg Muscles
-Improved Sleep Patterns
-Stress Reduction
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OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR HORIZON FITNESS
ELLITPICAL 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 acomfortable 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.
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.
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How Hard?
How hard you workout is also determined by your goals. If you use your
Horizon Fitness Treadmill to prepare for a 5K run, you will probably
work out at a higher intensity than if your goal is general fitness.
Regardless of your long term goals, always begin an exercise program
at low intensity. Aerobic exercise does not have to be painful to be
beneficial! There are two ways to measure your exercise intensity. The
first is by monitoring your heart rate, and the second is by evaluating
your perceived exertion level (this is simpler than it sounds!).
Perceived Exertion Level
The second and simpler way to gauge your exercise intensity is to
evaluate your perceived exertion level. While exercising if you are too
winded to maintain a conversation without gasping, you are working
out too hard. A good rule of thumb is to work to the point of exhilaration,
not exhaustion. If you cannot catch your breath, it’s time to slow down.
Always be aware of other warning signs of overexertion.
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EXERCISE GUIDELINES
Always consult your physician before beginning an exercise program.
How Often?
The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at
least 3 to 4 days per week to maintain cardiovascular fitness. If you
have other goals such as weight or fat loss, you will achieve your goal
faster with more frequent exercise. Whether it’s 3 days or 6 days,
remember that your ultimate goal should be to make exercise a lifetime
habit. Many people are successful staying with a fitness program if
they set aside a specific time of day to exercise. It doesn’t matter
whether it’s in the morning before your shower, during lunch hour or
while watching the evening news. What’s more important is that it’s a
time that allows you to keep a schedule, and a time when you won’t be
interrupted. If you are to be successful with your fitness program, you
have to make it a priority in your life. So decide on a time, pull out your
day planner and pencil in your exercise times for the next month!
How Long?
For aerobic exercise benefits, it’s recommended that you exercise from
between 24 and 32 minutes per session. But start slowly and gradually
increase your exercise times. If you’ve been sedentary during the past
year, it may be a good idea to keep your exercise times to as little as
five minutes initially. Your body will need time to adjust to the new
activity. If your goal is weight loss, a longer exercise session at lower
intensities has been found to be most effective. A workout time of 48
minutes or more is recommended for best weight loss results.
MOVING
Your Horizon Fitness elliptical trainer has a pair of transport wheels
built into the front of the frame. To move, firmly grasp the console mast,
tilt back, and roll.
CAUTION!
Use care and additional help if necessary when moving your elliptical
trainer.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP AND COOL DOWN
WARM UP
The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up.
The warm-up will limber your muscles and prepare them for more
strenuous exercise. Make sure that you warm-up on your Horizon
Fitness product at a slow pace.
COOL DOWN
Never stop exercising suddenly! A cool-down period allows your heart
to readjust to the decreased demand. Make sure that your cool down
period consists of a very slow pace to allow your heart rate to lower.
After the cool-down, repeat the stretching exercises on page 21 to
loosen and relax your muscles.
GETTING STARTED
POWER
Your elliptical 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.
ON/OFF SWITCH
Make sure that your elliptical trainer is properly connected to a power
outlet. The on/off switch is located on the backside of the console. Flip
this switch to the 'on' position. You will hear a beep and the console will
light up.
on
off
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DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM
STRETCH FIRST
Before using your Horizon Fitness product, it is best to take a few
minutes doing a few gentle stretching exercises. Stretching prior to
exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise related
injury. Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion. Do
not stretch to the point of pain. Make sure not to bounce while doing
these stretches.
WALL PUSH
Stand near a wall with the toes of one foot about 18" from the wall, and
the other foot about 12" behind the other foot. Lean forward, pushing
against the wall with your palms. Keep your heels flat and hold this
position for a count of 15 seconds. Make sure that you do not bounce
while stretching. Alternate positions of your feet and repeat for a total
of 8 repetitions.
STANDING QUADRICEPS STRETCH
Using a wall to provide balance, grasp your left ankle with your left
hand and hold your foot against the back of your thigh for a count of 15
seconds. Repeat with your right ankle and hand, and continue alternating
for a total of 8 repetitions.
SEATED TOE TOUCH
Sit on the floor with your legs together and straight out in front of you.
Do not lock your knees. Extend your fingers towards your toes and
hold for a count of 15 seconds. Make sure that you do not bounce
while stretching. Sit upright again. Repeat for a total of 8 repetitions.
QUICK START UP
Simply press the Start button to begin exercising.
RESET
Press and hold the Stop button to reset the treadmill.
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LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY
FRAME - LIFETIME
Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and
materials for the lifetime of the original owner.
ELECTRONICS & PARTS - 1 year
Horizon Fitness warrants the electronic components and all original parts
for a period of one year from the date of original purchase, so long as the
device remains in the possession of the original owner.
LABOR - 1 year
Horizon Fitness shall cover the labor cost for the repair of the device for a
period of one year from the date of the original purchase, so long as the
device remains in the possession of the original owner.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
This warranty applies only to the original owner and is not transferable.
This warranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of a defec-
tive frame, electronic component, or defective part and is the sole remedy
of the warranty. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear,
improper assembly or maintenance, or installation of parts or accessories
not originally intended or compatible with the elliptical trainer as sold. The
warranty does not apply to damage or failure due to accident, abuse, cor-
rosion, discoloration of paint or plastic, or neglect. Horizon Fitness shall
not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages. All returns
must be pre-authorized by Horizon Fitness. Horizon Fitness’ obligation
under this warranty is limited to replacing or repairing, at Horizon Fitness’
option, the product at one of its authorized service centers. An Horizon
Fitness authorized service center must receive all products for which a
warranty claim is made. These products must be received with all freight
and other transportation charges prepaid, accompanied by sufficient proof
of purchase. Parts and electronic components reconditioned to As New
Condition by Horizon Fitness or its vendors may sometimes be supplied as
warranty replacement parts and constitute fulfillment of warranty terms.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and your rights may vary from
state to state.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Your warranty card must be completed and sent to Horizon Fitness or reg-
ister on line at www.horizonfitness.com, before a warranty claim can be
processed.
P1 - MANUAL
Customized workouts with no default time.
PROGRAM DETAILS
P2 -INTERVALS
Improves your strength, speed, and
endurance by raising and lowering the
resistance level throughout your workout to
involve both your heart and muscles. Time
defaults to 24 minutes.
P3 -ROLLING
Maintains weight by gradually raising and
lowering the resistance level to gradually
raise and lower your heart rate. Time
defaults to 32 minutes.
P4 -WEIGHT LOSS
Promotes weight loss by raising and lower-
ing the resistance level, while keeping you in
your fat-burning zone. Time defaults to 48
minutes.
P5 -FOOTHILLS
Improves strength and endurance by
offering a higher amount of resistance to
simulate uphill walking. Time defaults to
P6 -MOUNTAIN
Improves performance by raising the
resistance level to a high peak then lowering
it again. Time defaults to
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DISPLAY
SCAN FUNCTION
During a workout, you can view
alternate information such as laps,
watts, and calories by pressing the
Select button. Once pressed, the
alternate information will be shown
for a few seconds. The console will
then default back to the original
readout information.
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.
Laps - One lap equals 1/4 of a mile. View the accumulated laps
during your workout.
RPM - Shown as Revolutions per Minute. Improve striding
technique while reducing leg muscle fatigue by striding between
60 & 70 RPM.
Watts - A measurement of your expending energy. May be used
to evaluate and quantify your fitness progress over time.
Pulse - Shown as Beats per Minute. You can monitor your heart
rate at any time during your workout.
Calories - Shown as total accumulated calories burned during
your workout.
COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS
Are the sounds my Elliptical Trainer makes normal?
Our elliptical trainers are some of the quietest available because they use belt
drives and friction free magnetic resistance. We use the highest grade bearings
and belts to minimize noise. However, because the resistance system itself is
so quiet, you will occasionally hear other slight mechanical noises. Unlike older,
louder technologies, there are no fans, friction belts, or alternator noises to
mask these sounds on our elliptical trainers. These mechanical noises, which
may or may not be intermittent, are normal and are caused by the transfer of
significant amounts of energy to a rapidly spinning flywheel. All bearings, belts
and other rotating parts will generate some noise which will transmit through
the casing and frame. It is also normal for these sounds to change slightly dur-
ing a workout and over time because of thermal expansion of the parts.
Why is the Elliptical Trainer I had delivered louder than the one at the
store?
All fitness products seem quieter in a large store showroom because there is
generally more background noise than in your home. Also, there will be less
reverberation on a carpeted concrete floor than on a wood overlay floor.
Sometimes a heavy rubber mat will help reduce reverberation through the floor.
If a fitness product is placed close to a wall, there will be more reflected noise.
How long will the drive belt last?
The computer modeling we has done indicated virtually thousands of mainte-
nance free hours. Belts are now commonly used in far more demanding appli-
cations such as motorcycle drives.
Can I move the trainer easily once it is assembled?
Your Horizon Fitness Elliptical Trainer has a pair of transport wheels built into
the front legs. It is easy to move your Elliptical Trainer by rolling it on the front
transport wheels. It is important that you place your Horizon Fitness Elliptical
Trainer in a comfortable and inviting room. Your Elliptical Trainer is designed to
use minimal floor space. Many people will place their Elliptical Trainers facing
the TV or a picture window. If at all possible, avoid putting your Elliptical Trainer
in a unfinished basement. To make exercise a desirable daily activity for you,
the Elliptical Trainer should be in a attractive setting.
MAINTENANCE
The most important maintenance step is to simply wipe your perspira-
tion off of the machine after each use. If is recommended to use soap
and water to clean your machine. Never use solvents on the plastic
pieces. It is especially important to clean the wheels and guide rails to
prevent wear or scratching.
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RESISTANCE
During a workout, the amount of
pedaling resistance can be adjusted
by pressing the Up or Down buttons
on the console. The resistance
levels vary from level 1 to level 14.
WATTS
Shown in the top right-hand display
window. Indicates how fast your
walking or running surface is moving.
PROFILE
One lap around the profile window
equals 1/4 of a mile
DISPLAY
TROUBLESHOOTING
Horizon Fitness ellipticals are designed to be reliable and easy to use.
However, if you have a problem, please reference the troubleshooting
guide listed below.
PROBLEM: The console does not light up.
SOLUTION: Verify that the console cable is connected properly to the
console.
PROBLEM: Heart rate readout appears to be erratic.
SOLUTION: If you are experiencing erratic readouts, it could be due to
your exercise habits. Try to hold the heart rate pads only long enough
to get a readout. Repeat this throughout the workout, but try not to
constantly hold the heart rate pads.
PROBLEM: The elliptical trainer makes a squeaking or chirping noise.
SOLUTION: Tighten all bolts on the elliptical trainer. If problem
persists, please see Maintenance Section.
If the above troubleshooting section does not remedy the problem,
discontinue use and turn the power off.
DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE, PLEASE CONTACT THE
HORIZON FITNESS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER;
TOLLFREE @ 1-888-993-3199.
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CHOOSING A PROGRAM
The program will automatically
default to the Manual program
unless another program is selected.
To select a different program, press
the UP or Down button. The pro-
gram profile lights will show you
which program you have selected.
Once you choose a program, press
the Select button.
CHOOSING THE TIME
After you choose a program, the
default time will be shown. To
choose a different time, press the
Up of Down buttons. Once you
choose a time, press the Start but-
ton.
FINSIHING A WORKOUT
To stop your workout, gradually slow down your pace. Remember you
are in control of the speed of the foot pedals. The machine will not stop
moving if you stop your feet abruptly. After you have completed your
workout, the console will retain the data from your workout until you
push and hold the Start button.
TARGET HEART RATE ZONE
Your Target Heart Rate Zone is a percentage of your maximum heart
rate. Target Zone will vary for each individual, depending on age,
current level of conditioning, and personal fitness goals. The American
Heart Association recommends working-out at a Target Heart Rate
Zone of between 60% and 75% of your maximum heart rate. See the
chart below for convenient reference.
EXAMPLE for a 42-year old user: find AGE along the bottom of the
chart (round to 40), follow AGE column up to the TARGET ZONE BAR.
RESULTS: 60% of maximum Hear Rate = 108 Beats Per Minute, 75%
of maximum Heart Rate = 135 Beat Per Minute.
Monitoring Your Heart Rate
Place the palm of your hands directly on the grip pulse
handlebars. Both hands must grip the bars for your heart rate to regis-
ter. When griping the pulse handlebars, do not grip tightly. Holding the
grips tightly may elevate your blood pressure. Keep a loose, cupping
hold. It is recommended that you hold the grip pulse handlebars only
long enough to see your heart rate readout on the console. You may
experience an erratic readout if consistently holding the grip pulse han-
dlebars.
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