Life Fitness X7 User manual

X7 TOTAL-BODY ELLIPTICAL CROSS-TRAINER
ASSEMBLY and USER
INSTRUCTIONS

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1.INTRODUCTION
1.1 WELCOME / SAFETY / CAUTION
Thank you for purchasing a Life Fitness Cross-Trainer. Before using this product, please read this user manual
in its entirety to ensure that you have the knowledge to safely and properly operate all of the features of your
Cross-Trainer. We hope you achieve the product experience that you expect, but if you do have any service
issues, please go to the How to Obtain Product Service section which will provide information on obtaining
product service.
FCC Warning - Possible Radio / Television Interference
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi-
dential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used
in accordance with the user manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Class HB (Home): Domestic use. Not suitable for therapeutic purposes.
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to this equipment could void the product warranty.
Any service, other than cleaning or user maintenance, must be performed by an authorized service representative.
There are no user-serviceable parts.
This Operation Manual describes the functions of the following products:
Life Fitness Cross-Tainer: X7
See Section 9, titled Specifications page in this manual for product-specific features.
Statement of Purpose: The Life Fitness Cross-Trainer is an exercise machine that combines low-impact elliptical pedal-
ing with push/pull arm motion to provide an efficient, effective total body workout.
Health-related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equipment. The manufacturer
STRONGLY recommends seeing a physician for a complete medical exam before undertaking an exercise pro-
gram, particularly if the user has a family history of high blood pressure or heart disease; or is over the age of
45; or smokes, has high cholesterol, is obese, or has not exercised regularly in the past year. The manufacturer
also recommends consulting a fitness professional on the correct use of this product.
If, at any time while exercising, the user experiences faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of breath, he or
she must stop immediately.
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1.2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.1 Welcome/Safety/Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.2 Table Of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
1.3 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
2 Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
3 Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Where To Place The Cross-Trainer // How To Stabilize The Cross-Trainer // Powering Up The Cross-Trainer
4 Main Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Mounting The Machine // Stride Length For Different Users // Accessories // Contact Heart Rate //
Flexpedal™ Shock Absorption System
5 Activity Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
5.1 Stride Length Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Key Press // Display Changes
5.2 Resistance Level & Intensity Level Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Key Press // Upper Console Display Changes // Activity Zone Display Changes
5.3 Total Body Trainer Mode Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
5.4 Leg Sculptor Mode Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Key Press // Display Changes
6 Leg Sculptor™ Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
7 Settings Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
7.1 Navigating The Settings Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Entering The Settings Menu // Adjusting Settings Menu Options // Scrolling Through Settings Menu Options //
Auto Enter Feature // Exiting The Settings Menu
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7.2 Settings Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Audio // Sleep Mode // Contrast // Units // Language
8 Service & Product Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
8.1 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
No Power // Hand Pulse Sensors Not Working Or Not Accurate // Stride Length Adjustment Not Working //
Total Body Arms Feel Loose // Activity Zone Keeps Turning Off // When Activity Zone Turns Off The Stride
Changes // When Activity Zone Wakes Up The Stride Changes // Activity Zone Displays E5 //
Stride Length Is Automatically Changing // Stride Adjustment Seems Loud // Stride Length Feels Longer On
One Side // Activity Zone Displays Settings And Won't Work // Activity Zone Displays Strange Information In
The Digital Display // Noise From Pedals // Can't Feel The Pedal Cushioning // Start-Up Resistance Seems
Very Difficult // Can't Feel A Resistance Change At The Beginning Levels // Errors E1 - E4
8.2 Preventative Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
The Safety Of The Cross-Trainer Can Be Maintained Only If The Equipment Is Examined Regularly For
Damage Or Wear. If Maintenance Is Required, Keep The Equipment Out Of Use Until Defective Parts Are
Repaired Or Replaced. Pay Special Attention To Parts That Are Subject To Wear Outlined In The
Preventative Maintenance Schedule.
8.3 How To Obtain Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
9 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
10 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
What Is Covered // Who Is Covered // How Long Is It Covered // Who Pays Shipping And Insurance For Service //
What We Will Do To Correct Covered Defects // What Is Not Covered // What You Must Do // User Manual //
Product Registration // How To Get Parts And Service // Exclusive Warranty // Changes In Warranty
Not Authorized // Effect Of U.S. State Laws // Warranty Periods
© 2007 Life Fitness, a division of Brunswick Corporation. All rights reserved. Life Fitness is a registered trademark of Brunswick
Corporation. Any use of these trademark, without the express written consent of Life Fitness is forbidden.
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1.3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using the Cross-Trainer.
SAFETY WARNING: The safety of the product can be maintained only if it is examined regularly for dam-
age and wear. See Preventative Maintenance section for details.
• Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE operation manual and ALL instructions. The Cross-Trainer
is intended for use solely in the manner described in this manual.
• Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.
• Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children, invalids or disabled persons.
• Never insert objects into any opening in the Cross-Trainer. If an object should drop inside, carefully retrieve it. If the
item is beyond reach, contact 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 Cross-Trainer outdoors, near swimming pools or in areas of high humidity.
• Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces, and towels away from the Cross-Trainer pedals.
• Keep the area around the Cross-Trainer clear of any obstructions, including walls and furniture.
• Use caution when mounting or dismounting the Cross-Trainer. While exercising, always hold onto the user arms or sta-
tionaary handle-bar.
• Never operate a Life Fitness product if it has been dropped, damaged, or even partially immersed in water. Contact
Life Fitness Customer Support Services.
• Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces. Do not pull the equipment by the power cord or use the power cord
as a handle.
• Do not run the power cord on the floor under or along side of the Cross-Trainer.
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• Wear shoes with rubber or high-traction soles. Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats or spikes. Do not
use the Cross-Trainer in bare feet.
• Do not tip the Cross-Trainer on its side during operation.
• Keep hands and feet away from all moving parts.
• To ensure proper functioning of this product, do not install attachments or accessories that are not provided or rec-
ommended by Life Fitness.
• Use this product in a well-ventilated area.
• Use this product on a solid, level surface.
• Make sure that all components are fastened securely.
The heart rate hand pulse sensors provide an approximate heart rate value. The sensors are not medical
devices and should not be used in any type of medical application.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
DANGER -To reduce the risk of electrical shock:
• Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
SAFETY WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
• An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use, and before put-
ting on or taking off parts.
• Do not operate under blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electric shock, or injury to per-
sons.
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• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or disabled persons.
• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not used attachments not recommended
by the manufacturer.
• Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or
damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to a service center for examination and repair.
• Do not carry this appliance by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• Never operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not
modify the plug provided with the product - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified elec-
trician.
This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in
the figure. Make sure that the product is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No
adapter should be used with this product.
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