Life Fitness Lifecycle 6500HR User manual

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YOU ARE CAUTIONED THAT ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS
TO THIS EQUIPMENT COULD VOID YOUR PRODUCT WARRANTY.
Before using your Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trai er, it is essential that you
read this ENTIRE operation manual. It wont take very long, and it will help
you set up your Lifecycle 6500HR exercise bike quickly and use it correctly.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
How to Level the Lifecycle®6500HR Aerobic Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Adjust the Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
How to Adjust the Footstraps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The Display Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Heart Rate Zone Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operating Instructions & Program Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Hill Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Random Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Manual Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Fat Burn and Cardio Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Fit Test Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Optional Settings for the Lifecycle 6500HR Aerobic Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Preventive Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
How to Remove the Housing
on the Lifecycle 6500HR Aerobic Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
How to Solve Basic Operating Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
How to Obtain Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Lifecycle 6500HR Aerobic Trainer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Appendix (Interval and Steady-pace Training) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
©1996 Life Fitness. All rights reserved. The Life Fitness trademark is registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark
Office, Certificate No. 1,400,502, issued July 8, 1986. Heart Rate Zone Training is a trademark and Lifecycle and
Lifepulse are registered trademarks of Life Fitness. Any use of these trademarks, without the express written consent of
Life Fitness is forbidden. U.S. Patent Numbers 3, 6 ,195 and 4,358,105.

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations . . . and thank you for purchasing a Lifecycle®6500HR aerobic trainer.
Your new Life Fitness aerobic trainer is the most versatile exercise bike ever
developed, the culmination of over 20 years of Life Fitness research, technological inno-
vation and engineering expertise. Lifecycle exercise bikes are recognized the world over
as the most popular and advanced of computerized stationary bicycles.
Like other Life Fitness products, the Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainer offers you a host
of exclusive features designed to help you achieve your fitness goals faster and with
greater enjoyment. Industry-standard workout programs, an array of up-to-the-second
visual feedback, and a comfortable, ergonomic design are just a few of the benefits
youll enjoy on your Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainer.
Why use a Life Fitness aerobic trainer? Aerobic training on a Lifecycle 6500HR
exercise bike is more than just a great workout. The Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainer
has a springless, padded seat and biomechanically superior position and includes
the patented Lifepulse® digital heart rate monitoring system for a more accurate workout.
The integrated Lifepulse®digital heart rate monitoring system makes the new Cardio and
Fat Burn programs the most effective workouts available on any aerobic trainer. And
with features like the Race mode, Fit Test and Level 0 resistance option that is almost
25% easier than the Level 1 found on earlier editions of the classic Lifecycle aerobic
trainer, youll be much more likely to stick with your exercise plan and accomplish your
goals.
If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic
trainer, please call Life Fitness Customer Support Services at (84 ) 451-0036 or
toll-free within the U.S. and Canada at (800) 351-3 3 . For product service in Europe,
refer to the first page of this manual and contact your nearest Life Fitness office.
CAUTION: Life Fitness STRON LY recommends that if you are under-
taking an exercise program you see your physician for a complete medical
exam, particularly if you have a family history of high blood pressure or
heart disease, are over the age of 45, or if you smoke, have high cholesterol,
are obese, or have not exercised regularly in the past year. If, at any time
while exercising, you feel faint, dizziness, shortness of breath, or pain, stop
immediately.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
SAFETY FIRST!
Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.
Never operate a Life Fitness trainer if it has been dropped, damaged, or even
partially immersed in water. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services
for further information.
Do not locate this trainer in areas of high humidity or near swimming pools.
Never insert objects into any opening in your Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic train-
er. If an object should drop inside, carefully retrieve it; if you cannot reach the
item, contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services.
Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit, except in an accessory
tray. Containers with lids are recommended.
Do not use the Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainer outdoors.
Do not use the Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainer in areas where aerosol
spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. Such
substances increase the danger of combustion and explosion.
Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces, and towels away from the pedals of the
Lifecycle 6500HR bike.
Keep the area around your Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainer clear of any
obstructions, including walls and furniture.
Always be careful and exercise caution when mounting or dismounting your
Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainer. Use the handlebar whenever additional
stability is required.
Wear shoes with rubber or high-traction soles. Do not use shoes with heels,
leather soles, cleats or spikes. Do not use the trainer in your bare feet.
Do not tip the Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainer on its side during operation.

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HOW TO LEVEL THE LIFECYCLE 6500HR
AEROBIC TRAINER
Depending on the surface on which you place your Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic train-
er, it may need to be leveled. After you place the bike where you will be primarily
using it, check the stability of the bike by attempting to rock it back and forth. If it
rocks, it isnt level. To level it, rotate the foot on the stabilizer bar that appears to be
higher counter-clockwise (as viewed from above) with your finger until the bike is
level. Tighten the locknut.
Leveling the Lifecycle 6500HR trainer
LOCKNUT

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HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT
A properly adjusted seat is extremely important in any bike-oriented exercise activity, and
the Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainer is no exception. If the seat is too low, excessive
strain will be placed on the knees and quadricep muscles; if the seat is too high, the
resulting reaching action will irritate the feet, ankles, hips and knees.
To adjust the seat properly, sit on it and place the balls of your feet on the pedals. An
optimum position will allow you to move through the bottom of the stroke without locking
your knees or shifting in the seat (your knees should have a slight bend at the point of
fullest leg extension). If the seat needs to be adjusted, dismount the bike and pull out
the adjusting pin located on the front of the seat post. Slide the seat post up or down as
necessary to the proper position and reinsert the pin. Recheck the seat height and, if
necessary, readjust the seat.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust the seat while you are pedaling
the bike. Doing so or failing to insert the seat pin completely could
cause injury or result in an uncomfortable workout.
Adjusting the Seat

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HOW TO ADJUST THE FOOTSTRAPS
Your Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainer has nylon-reinforced rubber footstraps with one
inside and six outside slits on each pedal. To adjust the width of the straps, grasp the
outside of the strap and pull down and away from the knob. Once the slotted end is
removed, choose a width that feels the most comfortable while you are riding, reinsert
the knob through the slot and pull the strap up. The knob will click when it locks in place.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust the pedal footstraps while you are
pedaling the bike. Doing so could cause injury or result in an
uncomfortable workout.
Adjusting the Footstraps

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THE DISPLAY CONSOLE
The Lifecycle 6500HR aerobic trainers display console is easy to use, and it allows
you to follow your progress as you ride. The on-board computer lets you tailor your
workouts to your individual fitness capabilities and goals while providing a unique
means of measuring your fitness improvement from one workout to the next.
A.TIME WINDOW:Shows the total elapsed time of your workout. When
the CLEAR-PAUSE key is pressed the Time Window functions as a stopwatch (you
must continue pedaling). For additional information see Operati g I structio s
a d Program Descriptio s.
B.DATA ENTRY WINDOW:Displays most data prompts and inputs, the effort level
chosen  which remains displayed throughout your workout, except in the Fit Test
program or when Watts or METS workouts are selected  and the riding time
selected in the Hill, Random, Manual, Fat Burn and Cardio heart rate management
programs. Your actual and target heart rates also will be displayed here.
C.DATA ENTRY KEYPAD:Allows you to enter information pertinent to the program
youve selected.
lPROGRAM SELECT: This is where you select your workout program. Each time
you press the PROGRAM SELECT key, an LED light will cycle through the choices
of programs. When the program you want is displayed press ENTER or wait 10
seconds and your choice will be automatically entered.
lENTER: Actually execute the input of any information you have keyed in. It is
not necessary to press ENTER when keying in a new effort level.
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The Display Console