Life Fitness Lifecycle 9100R User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
How to Level the Lifecycle®9100R Aerobic Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
How to Adjust the Seat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
How to Adjust the Footstraps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The Display Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
How to Take Your Pulse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Heart Rate Zone Training™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operating Instructions & Program Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Watts/METS Programmability Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
The Race Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
To Begin Any Lifecycle 9100R Aerobic Trainer Workout . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Hill Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Heart Rate Checkpoints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Random and Manual Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Random Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Manual Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Fit Test Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Fit Test Scoring Tables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Optional Settings for the Lifecycle 9100R Aerobic Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
English/Metric Default Setting Toggle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
How To Solve Basic Operating Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Preventive Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
How to Solve Basic Operating Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
How to Obtain Product Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Recumbent Lifecycle 9100R Aerobic Trainer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
©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 Zone
Trainer 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 3,767,195 and 4,358,105.
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations . . . and thank you for purchasing a Lifecycle®9100R recumbent
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, tech-
nological innovation and engineering expertise. Lifecycle exercise bikes are recog-
nized the world over as the most popular and advanced of computerized stationary
bicycles.
Like other Life Fitness products, the Lifecycle 9100R 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, reclined design are just a few of the
benefits you’ll enjoy on your Lifecycle 9100R aerobic trainer.
Why use a Life Fitness recumbent trainer? Aerobic training on a Lifecycle
9100R exercise bike is more than just a great workout. The Lifecycle 9100R aero-
bic trainer has an ergonomic seat and biomechanically superior position that makes
it more comfortable. And with features like the Fit Test, Race mode 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’re much more likely to stick with your
exercise plan.
If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Lifecycle 9100R aerobic
trainer, please call Life Fitness Customer Support Service at [phone] or
toll-free within the U.S. and Canada at [phone]. For product service in
Europe, refer to the first page of this manual and contact your nearest Life Fitness
office.
CAUTION: Life Fitness STRONGLY 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
R E M E M B E R:
S A F E T Y F I R S T !
•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 more information.
•Never insert objects into any opening in your Lifecycle 9100R aerobic
trainer. 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 9100R aerobic trainer outdoors, near swimming
pools or in high-humidity areas.
•Do not use the Lifecycle 9100R 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 Lifecycle
9100R exercise bike pedals.
•Keep the area around your Lifecycle 9100R aerobic trainer clear of any
obstructions, including walls and furniture.
•Always be careful and exercise caution when mounting or dismounting
your Lifecycle 9100R 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 9100R aerobic trainer on its side during operation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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HOW TO LEVEL THE RECUMBENT
LIFECYCLE 9100R AEROBIC TRAINER
Depending on the surface on which you place your Lifecycle 9100R aerobic trainer, 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) until the bike is level.
Leveling the Bike
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CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust the seat while you are pedaling
the bike. Doing so or failing to insert the seat pin completely may
cause injury or result in an uncomfortable workout.
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT
A properly adjusted seat is extremely important in any bike-oriented exercise activity,
and the Lifecycle 9100R aerobic trainer is no exception. If the seat is too far for-
ward, excessive strain will be placed on the knees and quadricep muscles; if the
seat is too far back, 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 lock-
ing 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, pull the spring-loaded
adjusting pin located on the extrusion in front of the seat. Slide the seat forward or
backward as necessary to the proper position and release the pin to complete
engagement. Gently slide the seat forward and backward a small distance to ensure
it is locked into place. Check the seat distance again and readjust it if necessary.
Adjusting the Seat Position
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HOW TO ADJUST THE FOOTSTRAPS
The pedals on your Lifecycle 9100R aerobic trainer have nylon-reinforced rubber foot-
straps with slits on both the inside and the outside of each strap. 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 isremoved, choose a width that will feel 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.
Adjusting the footstraps
CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust the pedal footstraps while you
are pedaling the bike. Doing so may cause injury or result in an
uncomfortable workout.
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THE DISPLAY CONSOLE
The Lifecycle 9100R aerobic trainer’s display console is easy to use and 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 and the riding
time you have selected in the Hill and Random programs. When the CLEAR-
PAUSE key is pressed the window functions as a stopwatch (you must continue
pedaling). For additional information on this feature see Operating
Instructions and Program Descriptions.
B. DATA ENTRY WINDOW:Displays most data prompts and inputs and the effort
level chosen, which remains displayed throughout your workout, except in the Fit
Test program or when Watts or METS workouts are selected.
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. As you
press the PROGRAM SELECT key, an LED light will cycle through the program
options. When the LED adjacent the program you desire is displayed, press
ENTER or wait 10 seconds and your choice will be automatically entered.
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