Life Fitness X8 User manual

X8 TOTAL-BODY ELLIPTICAL CROSS-TRAINER
ASSEMBLY and USER
INSTRUCTIONS

AMERICAS
North America
Life Fitness Inc.
5100 N River Road
Schiller Park, IL 60176 U.S.A
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: 7:00 am-6:00 pm (CST)
Brazil
Life Fitness Brasil
Av. Cidade Jardim, 900-Itaim
Sao Paulo, SP
01454-000
BRAZIL
SAC [phone]
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: 8:30 am-17:30 pm (BRT)
Latin America & Caribbean*
Life Fitness Inc.
5100 N River Road
Schiller Park, IL 60176 U.S.A
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm (CST)
EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, & AFRICA
(EMEA)
Netherlands & Luxemburg
Life Fitness Atlantic BV
Bijdorpplein 25-31
2992 LB Barendrecht
THE NETHERLANDS
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email:
[email protected]
Operating Hours: 9.00h-17.00h (CET)
United Kingdom & Ireland
Life Fitness UK LTD
Queen Adelaide
Ely, Cambs, CB7 4UB
Telephone: General Office (+44) 1353.666017
Customer Support (+44) 1353.665507
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours:
General Office: 9.00am - 5.00pm (GMT)
Customer Support: 8.30am - 5.00pm (GMT)
Germany & Switzerland
Life Fitness Europe GMBH
Siemensstrasse 3
85716 Unterschleissheim
GERMANY
Telephone: [phone] (Germany)
([phone] (Switzerland)
Fax: [phone] (Germany)
([phone] (Switzerland)
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: 9.00h-17.00h (MEZ)
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
5100 River Road
Schiller Park, Illinois 60176 • U.S.A.
847.288.3300 • FAX: [phone]
800.735.3867 (Toll-free within U.S.A., Canada)
Global Website: www.lifefitness.com
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Austria
Life Fitness Austria
Vertriebs G.m.b.H.
Dückegasse 7-9/3/36
1220 Vienna
AUSTRIA
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Marketing/Sales Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: 9.00h-17.00h (MEZ)
Spain
Life Fitness IBERIA
C/Frederic Mompou 5,1º1ª
08960 Sant Just Desvern Barcelona
SPAIN
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours:
9.00h-18.00h (Monday-Thursday)
8.30h-15.00h (Friday)
Italy
Life Fitness ITALIA S.R.L.
Via Crivellin 7/N
37010 Affi Verona
ITALY
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
ServiceEmail: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Hours: 8.30h -18.00h (CET)
Belgium
Life Fitness Benelux NV
Parc Industrial de Petit-Rechain
4800 Verviers
BELGIUM
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: 9.00h -17.00h (CET)
All Other EMEA countries &
distributor business C-EMEA*
Bijdorpplein 25-31
2992 LB Barendrecht
THE NETHERLANDS
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: 9.00h-17.00h(CET)
ASIA PACIFIC (AP)
Japan
Life Fitness Japan
Nippon Brunswick Bldg., #8F
5-27-7 Sendagaya
Shibuya-Ku, Tokyo
Japan 151-0051
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: 9.00h-17.00h (JAPAN)
China and Hong Kong
Life Fitness Asia Pacific LTD
Room 2610, Miramar Tower
132 Nathan Road
Tsimshatsui, Kowloon
HONG KONG
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: 9.00h-18.00h
All Other Asia Pacific countries &
distributor business Asia Pacific*
Room 2610, Miramar Tower
132 Nathan Road
Tsimshatsui, Kowloon
HONG KONG
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: [email protected]
Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: 9.00h-18.00h

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
residential 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:
•Re-orient 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-Trainer: X8
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.1 Welcome/Safety/Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.2 Table Of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
1.3 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2 Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3 Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Where To Place The Cross-Trainer // How To Stabilize The Cross-Trainer //
Powering Up The Cross-Trainer
4 Main Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Mounting The Machine // Stride Lengths For Different Users // Accessories // Contact Heart Rate //
FlexPedal™ Shock Absorption System
5 Activity Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
5.1 Stride Length Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Key Press // Display Changes
5.2 Resistance Level & Intensity Level Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Key Press // Upper Console Display Changes // Activity Zone Display Changes
5.3 Total Body Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Advanced Console // Basic Console
5.4 Leg Sculptor Mode Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Key Press // Display Changes

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6 Leg Sculptor™ Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
7 Activity Zone 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
7.2 Settings Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Audio // Sleep Mode // Contrast // Units // Language
8 Service & Product Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
8.1 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
8.2 Preventative Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
8.3 How To Obtain Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
9 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
10 X8 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
© 2009 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
damage 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
stationary handlebar.
• 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.

• 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
recommended 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
putting on or taking off parts.
• Do not operate under blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons.
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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 use 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
electrician.
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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2.ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Parts List:

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Tools Needed:
17mm Socket Wrench, Phillips Screwdriver
Step 1 Packaging
Parts: None
Remove all packaging and place main components to the side of the box. Break box down in each of the four
corners.
NOTE: Use care when removing the foam blocks that support the pedal arms. Follow the unpacking instruction
sheet attached to the foam blocks.
Step 2 Assemble the Stabilizers
Parts: Hardware Bag #1 (4, M10 x 15mm Silver Hex Head Bolts)
Tools: 17mm Socket Wrench
Assemble the stabilizer tubes (feet) (A) to the bottom base brackets (B) of
the product using two M10 x 15mm Silver Hex Head Bolts (1) on each
stabilizer tube. Both stabilizer tubes (feet) are identical.
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Step 3 Assemble the Console Upright
Parts: Hardware Bag #2 (3, M10 x 74mm Silver Hex Head Bolts)
(1, M10 x 20mm Silver Hex Head Bolt)
Tools: 17mm Socket Wrench
The console upright tube (C) is pre-assembled with one bolt so that you can simply lift the upright into place by
pivoting upward. Hold the upright in place and install three M10 x 74mm Silver Hex Head Bolts (2) into the
side of the main bracket (D). Install one M10 x 20mm Silver Hex Head Bolt (3) into the front of the bracket.
CAUTION: Do not pinch wires when assembling
the upright.
Step 4 Connect Base Wiring
Parts: None
Connect the two wires (E) at the base of the upright.
E

Step 5 Assemble the Rocker Arms; Moving Arm Pivot Covers
Parts: Hardware Bag #3 (2, Wave Washers, 2 Large Flat Washers)
(2, Flat Washers)
(2, M10 x 20mm Silver Hex Head Bolts)
(4, 8mm Black Phillips Head Screws)
Tools: 17mm Socket Wrench, Phillips Screwdriver
Slide one large flat washer (4) and one wave washer (5) onto
the user right pivot shaft (F). Slide the washers fully over the
pivot shaft until seated against the pre-installed stop ring (G).
Locate the user right rocker arm assembly (H) marked with an R.
With the top handgrip facing the front of the units slide the right
rocker arm assembly onto the user right pivot shaft until seated
against the washers.
Secure the rocker arm assembly to the pivot shaft using one
flat washer (6) and one M10 x 20mm Silver Hex Head Bolt (7).
Tighten the bolt securely. Repeat the procedure for the left
rocker arm assembly.
Attach the right side upper pivot covers (J) labeled with the letter "R"
over the upright shaft. Snap the covers together and use two 8mm
black Phillips head screws (8) to attach the covers. Repeat for left side.
CAUTION: There is a different left and right cover.
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Step 6 Assemble Moving Arms to Pedal Arms; Pedal / Moving Arm Joint Pivot Covers
Parts: Hardware Bag #4 (2, M20 x 74mm Silver Hex Head Bolts)
(2, M10 Hex Nuts)
(4, 8mm Black Phillips Head Screws)
Tools: 17mm Socket Wrench, Phillips Screwdriver
Lift the front end of the user left pedal lever (K) to meet the left rocker arm
clevis (L). Secure the pedal lever to the rocker arm clevis using one M10 x
74mm Silver Hex Head Bolt (9) and one M10 Hex Nut (10). Tighten the
bolt and nut securely. Repeat the procedure for the right pedal
lever and rocker arm clevis.
Attach the left side lower pivot covers (M) over the moving
arm/pedal arm pivot point. Snap the cover together over the
moving arm/pedal arm pivot point and use two 8mm Black Phillips
Head Screws (11) to attach. Repeat for right side.
NOTE: Left and right covers are identical.

Step 7 Assemble Front Base Shroud; Console Bracket to the Upright
Parts: Hardware Bag #5 (8, 12mm SIlver Phillips Head Screws)
(2, M10 x 15mm Silver Hex Head Bolts)
Tools: Phillips Screwdriver, 17mm Socket Wrench
Position the left side base shroud (N) over the metal bracket (O)
and screw in with four 12mm Silver Phillips Head Screws (12).
Repeat for the right side base shroud.
Slide the console bracket (P) into the upright. Use two M10 x
15mm Silver Hex Head Bolts (13) to attach the console bracket to
the upright.
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Step 8 Connect all Console Wiring; Console to Console Bracket; Back Plastic Shell
Parts: Hardware Bag #6 (4, 12mm Black Phillips Head Screws)
(4, 8mm Silver Phillips Head Screws)
Tools: Phillips Screwdriver
Position the console (Q) close to the console bracket (P) and follow the
below instructions to connect all wiring.
Plug cables into the back of the display console:
1. Plug the 10-pin connector at the end of the upper wire harness into the
10-pin connector (10P) in the back of the display console. Make sure
the connector snaps into place.
2. Plug the 3-pin connector at the end of the heart rate cable into the 3-pin
connector (3P) in the back of the display console. Make sure the con-
nector snaps into place.
3. Plug in the flat 6-pin (6P) connector for the Activity Zone.
4. Push excess cable(s) into the opening of the upright tube assembly.
5. Plug the spade connector attached to the console plate into the connec-
tor (GR) leading from the back of the display console.
Line up the four holes in the console bracket with the four holes in the back of the display console. Attach the display
console using four 12mm Black Phillips Head Screws (14). Be careful not to pinch cables between the console and
the console bracket. Be sure to get each screw started before fully tightening.
NOTE: To avoid stripping, do not overtighten the screws.
Attach the plastic shell (R) that covers the steel bracket in the back of the console using four 8mm Silver Phillips
Head Screws (15).
Step 9 Plug In the Unit
Parts: Electric Cord
Plug the black cord into the back of the machine and into a household electrical outlet.

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3.INITIAL SETUP
Read the entire User Manual before setting up the cross-trainer.
WHERE TO PLACE THE CROSS-TRAINER
After following all safety instructions move the cross-trainer to the place where it will be
used. See specifications for full dimensions if needed. The cross-trainer is equipped
with front and rear wheels so that it is simple to push or pull the cross-trainer to its final
destination. To use the wheels make sure that the front and rear stabilizers are twisted
up far enough so that all wheels (A) can engage with the floor. Once the cross-trainer is
properly positioned, allow enough space in the front of the cross-trainer for the movement of the
pedals levers. Also be sure to allow space on the side so that it is easy to mount the cross-trainer from the side.
CAUTION: Make certain you have plenty of room for the swing of the moving arms. Test the cross-trainer at all stride
lengths before finalizing its location.
CAUTION: Place the cross-trainer in a dry place. Do not place in highly humid areas, such as near swimming pools, as
rust and corrosion may occur.
HOW TO STABILIZE THE CROSS-TRAINER
Once the cross-trainer is positioned in the room, lower the levelers on the front and back stabilizers to contact the floor.
All four wheels must be completely off the floor. The levelers will keep the cross-trainer fixed to the floor during use.
CAUTION: Do not use the cross-trainer without the levelers touching the floor.
After placing the cross-trainer where it will be used, check the stability. If there is even a slight rocking motion, or the unit
is not stable, the levelers will need to be adjusted. Determine which leveler is not resting firmly on the floor. To adjust the
levelers downward, twist the rubber portion of the leg counterclockwise. To adjust the levelers upward, twist the rubber
portion of the leg clockwise.
A