Life Fitness 95Se Stairclimber User manual

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95Se Stairclimber
operation manual
M051-00K47-A136

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Before using this product, it is essential to read this
ENTIRE operation manual and ALL installation instructions.
This will help in setting up the equipment quickly
and in instructing others on how to use it correctly and safely.
Avant toute utilisation de ce produit, il est indispensable de lire ce manuel d'utilisation
dans son INTÉGRALITÉ, ainsi que TOUTES les instructions d'installations.
Ce manuel explique comment installer l'équipement et comment
l'utiliser correctement et sans danger.
FCC Warning - Possible Radio / Television Interference
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environ-
ment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not
installed and used in accordance with the operation manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
Class SB (Studio): Professional and / or commercial use.
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to this equipment could void the prod-
uct warranty.
MISE EN GARDE: Tout changement et toute modification de ce matériel peut
annuler la garantie du produit.
Any service, other than cleaning or user maintenance, must be performed by an authorized ser-
vice representative. There are no user-serviceable parts.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page
1. Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
1.1 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
1.2 New Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
1.3 Set-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Electrical Power Requirements // How to Position and Stabilize the Life Fitness Stairclimber //
Fitness Networking // Cable TV Hook-Up
2. The Display Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
2.1 The Display Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
2.2 Display Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
2.3 The Accessory Trays and Reading Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
3. Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
3.1 Why Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
3.2 Heart Rate Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
The Lifepulse
™Digital Heart Rate Monitoring System //
The Polar® Telemetry Heart Rate Monitoring Chest Strap
4. The Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
4.1 Workout Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
4.2 Using the Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Beginning a Workout // Selecting a Workout // Entering Workout Goals //
Entering Workout Values // Changing/Ending Workouts
4.3 Workout Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Quick Start // Manual // Random // Fat Burn // Cardio // Hill // Around the World //
Cascades // Foothills // Interval // Kilamanjaro // Speed Training // Heart Rate HillTM //
Heart Rate IntervalTM // Extreme Heart RateTM // Watts // METs // Fit Test
4.4 Using the Life Fitness Stairclimber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Stairclimber Motion // Posture During Workouts // Braking Resistance
5. System Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
5.1 Using the Optional System Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
5.2 Configuration Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Manager's Configuration
Workout Duration Configuration // Language // User Language // Program Timeout // Units //
System Beeps // Pause Time // Marathon Mode // Custom Message // Standby Configuration
TV / FM Radio
TV Setup // TV Channel Favorites // TV Channel Name/Sort // Secure Channel //
Promo Channel Setup // FM Radio Setup
Custom Workouts
Export / Import Settings
6. Service and Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
6.1 Preventive Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
6.2 Inspecting and Cleaning the Stairclimber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
6.3 Troubleshooting the Lifepulse
™System Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
6.4 Troubleshooting the Optional Polar Heart Rate Chest Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
6.5 How to Obtain Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
7. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
7.1 Life Fitness 95Se Stairclimber Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
© 2005 Life Fitness, a division of Brunswick Corporation. All rights reserved. Life Fitness is a registered trademark of Brunswick Corporation. Zone Training, Heart
Rate Hill, Heart Rate Interval, Extreme Heart Rate, and Lifepulse are trademarks of Brunswick Corporation. Polar is a registered trademark of Polar Electro, Inc.
FitLinxx is a registered trademark of the Integrated Fitness Corp. Any use of these trademarks, without the express written consent of Life Fitness or the corre-
sponding companies is forbidden.
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This Operation Manual describes the functions of the
Life Fitness Stairclimber:
95Se
See Section 7, titled Specifications page in this manual
for product-specific features.
Statement of Purpose: The Life Fitness Stairclimber is an exercise machine that simulates the
movements of walking up stairs at various speeds.
CAUTION: Health-related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of
exercise equipment. Life Fitness STRONGLY recommends seeing a physician for
a complete medical exam before undertaking an exercise program, particularly if
the user has a family history of high blood pressure or heart disease, is over the
age of 45, smokes, has high cholesterol, is obese, or has not exercised regularly
in the past year.
If, at any time while exercising, the user experiences faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of
breath, he or she must stop immediately.
MISE EN GARDE: Des problèmes de santé peuvent être causés par une utilisation
incorrecte ou excessive de l'équipement. Life Fitness conseille VIVEMENT de
consulter un médecin pour subir un examen médical complet avant de com-
mencer tout programme d'exercice, et tout particulièrement si l'utilisateur a des
antécédents familiaux d'hypertension ou de troubles cardiaques, ou s'il a plus de
45 ans, s'il fume, s'il a du cholestérol, s'il est obèse ou n'a pas fait d'exercice
régulièrement depuis un an.
Si, pendant l'utilisation de l'appareil, l'utilisateur ressent un malaise, des vertiges, des douleurs
ou des difficultés à respirer, il doit cesser immédiatement.
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1GETTING STARTED
1.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•WARNING: The safety of the product can be maintained only if it is examined regu-
larly for damage and wear. See Preventive Maintenance section for details.
•DANGER: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always unplug this Life Fitness
product before cleaning or attempting any maintenance activity.
•DANGER: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury, it is imperative
to connect each product to a properly grounded electrical outlet.
• Never operate a Life Fitness product if it has a damaged power cord or electrical plug, or if it
has been dropped, damaged, or even partially immersed in water. Contact Life Fitness
Customer Support Services for assistance.
• Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces. Do not pull the equipment by the power
cord or use the cord as a handle. Do not run the power cord on the floor under or along the
side of the stairclimber.
• If the electrical supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an autho-
rized service agent, or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
LOCATION
• Position this product so that the power cord plug is accessible to the user.
• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attach-
ments that have not been recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not use the Life Fitness Stairclimber outdoors, near swimming pools, or in areas of high
humidity.
• Keep the area around the Life Fitness Stairclimber clear of any obstructions, including walls
and furniture. Provide at least three feet of clearance behind the unit.

OPERATION
• Never insert objects into any opening of the product. If an object should drop inside, carefully
retrieve it while the unit is not in use. If the object cannot be reached, contact Life Fitness
Customer Support Services.
• Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.
• Close supervision is necessary when used near children, invalids or disabled persons.
• Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit, except in an accessory tray or holder.
Containers with lids are recommended.
• Be very careful not to allow other people to interfere in any way with the user or equipment
while their exercise routine is in progress.
• Wear shoes with rubber or high-traction soles. Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles,
cleats, or spikes. Make sure no stones are embedded in the soles.
• Do not use this product with bare feet.
• Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces, and towels away from moving parts.
• Do not reach into, or underneath, the unit or tip it on its side during operation.
• Use caution when stepping on or off of the Life Fitness Stairclimber.
• Never face backward while using the product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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1POINT DE DÉPART
1.1 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
•AVERTISSEMENT: Ce produit ne peut demeurer sécuritaire que s'il est
régulièrement examiné pour y déceler les dommages éventuels et l'usure. Voir la section
sur l'entretien préventif pour avoir de plus amples renseignements.
•DANGER: Pour réduire les risques de décharge électrique, toujours débrancher
cet appareil Life Fitness avant le nettoyage ou toute mesure d'entretien.
•DANGER: Pour réduire les risques de brûlures, d'incendie, de décharges élec-
triques ou de blessures, chaque appareil doit absolument être branché sur une prise
électrique correctement mise à la terre.
• Ne jamais faire fonctionner un produit Life Fitness dont la fiche ou le cordon d'alimenta-
tion est endommagé, ni aucun appareil qui serait tombé ou aurait été endommagé ou
même partiellement plongé dans l'eau. Appeler le service à la clientèle de Life Fitness
pour obtenir de l'aide.
• Tenir le cordon d'alimentation à l'écart de toute surface chauffée. Ne pas tirer l'appareil
par le cordon d'alimentation; ne pas utiliser le cordon comme poignée. Ne pas faire pass-
er le cordon sur le sol, sous l'appareil ni le long de l'appareil.
• Si le cordon d'alimentation électrique est endommagé, il doit être remplacé par le fabri-
cant, par un réparateur agréé ou par une dossier individuel travailleur qualifié afin d'éviter
tout danger.
ENDROIT
• Placer ce produit de manière à ce que l'utilisateur puisse accéder à la fiche du cordon
d'alimentation.
• Cet appareil ne doit être employé que pour l'usage auquel il est destiné, conformément aux
directives de son manuel. N'utilisez pas d'accessoires qui ne seraient pas recommandés
par le fabricant.
• N'utilisez pas ce produit à l'extérieur, près d'une piscine ou dans des endroits très humides.
• Maintenez la zone autour du produit Life Fitness exempte d'obstructions, y compris de murs
et de meubles. Veillez à laisser au moins 30 cm d'espace autour du Life Fitness Stairclimber.

FONCTIONNEMENT
• N'insérez jamais d'objet dans les ouvertures de cet appareil. Si un objet tombe dedans,
coupez l'alimentation électrique, débranchez le cordon de la prise et récupérez-le avec pré-
caution. Si vous ne pouvez pas l'atteindre, consultez le service après-vente de Life Fitness.
• Pour un fonctionnement correct, suivez toujours les instructions de la console.
• Une surveillance étroite est nécessaire en cas d'utilisation par des enfants, des personnes
invalides ou handicapées.
• Ne placez jamais de liquides d'aucune sorte directement sur l'appareil, sauf si vous disposez
d'un support ou d'un plateau pour accessoires. Il est recommandé d'utiliser des verres munis
d'un couvercle.
• Assurez-vous que personne ne gêne l'utilisateur ou ne nuise au fonctionnement de l'appareil
pendant qu'il fonctionne.
• Portez des chaussures avec semelles en caoutchouc ou antidérapantes. N'utilisez pas de
chaussures à talons, de semelles en cuir ou à crampons. Assurez-vous qu'aucun caillou ne
s'est incrusté dans les semelles.
• N'utilisez pas cet appareil sans chaussures.
• Maintenez les vêtements lâches, les lacets et les serviettes à l'écart des pièces en mouvement.
• Ne placez pas les mains sous ou dans l'appareil, et ne le renversez pas sur le côté pendant
le fonctionnement.
• Procédez avec précaution lors du montage ou du démontage du Life Fitness Stairclimber.
• N'utilisez jamais cet appareil en vous tournant vers l'arrière.
CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR USAGE ULTÉRIEUR.
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1.2 NEW FEATURES
The Integrated LCD Console on the Life Fitness Stairclimber brings together the best LCD tech-
nology and the best cardio equipment. It combines eye-catching entertainment with an interac-
tive exercise experience.
NEW FEATURES ON THE LIFE FITNESS STAIRCLILMBER INCLUDE:
•New Touchscreen Display: This integrated, intuitive touchscreen features built-in intelligence.
This gives exercisers the freedom to watch their favorite TV program and monitor their entire
workout progress at the same time, all on one screen.
See Section 2.2 Display Console Descriptions, Workout Progress.
•Ergonomic Viewing: The ergonomically-positioned viewing angle provides optimal comfort and
reduces glare. Plus the protective layer on the Touchscreen Display eliminates direct contact
and extends the life of the LCD screen.
•Improved Interface: The sharp screen image and attractive graphics make the screen easier to
read and to use. There are no complicated steps to setting up a workout—simply choose a
workout, enter values and get started.
See Section 4.2 Using the Workouts
•New Help Files: Now choosing a workout can be an informed decision. Simply select the ques-
tion mark on the workout selection screen to access help files, which give explanations of each
of the workouts.
See Section 2.2 Display Console Descriptions, Workout Selection, Help
•Workout Flexibility: Choosing a different workout “on the fly” is as simple as selecting a button
and choosing a new workout. And now there are two ways to change a workout parameter mid-
workout—either use the keys on the Control Panel or use the buttons on the Touchscreen
Display.
See Section 4.2 Using the Workouts, Changing/Ending Workouts, Switching Workouts “On the
Fly”
•Better Monitoring: The Touchscreen Display shows all relevant workout statistics at one
glance.
See Section 2.2 Display Console Descriptions, Workout Progress
•New Time Views: Allows the user to choose the most motivating time display for them. Time
can be viewed as Elapsed Time, Remaining Time, or Hidden Time. Changing time views is as
simple as touching a button.
See Section 2.2 Display Console Descriptions, Workout Progress, Elapsed Time
•More Options for Managers: More ways for managers to monitor statistics, track usages, and
record personalized messages. Channel setup for the TV and FM Radio allows managers to
control which channels are accessible by users. User Language selection allows managers to
make multiple languages available for user interaction.
See Section 5 System Options Menu
•Secure Channel: Lets the manager dedicate and secure a single TV channel. A pass-
word can be assigned for access to a secure channel.
See Section 5.2 Configuration Menu, Secure Channel.
•Promo Channel: Lets the manager dedicate a single TV channel for promotional use.
See Section 5.2 Configuration Menu, Promo Video.
•FM Radio: Managers now have the ability to enable FM radio. Channel setup for FM
Radio allows managers to control which channels are available to a user.
See Section 2.2 Display Console Descriptions, Workout Progress, Elapsed Time.

•Marathon Mode: The new Marathon Mode option, when enabled, allows users to work-
out indefinitely.
See Section 4.2 Using the Workouts, Using Marathon Mode.
•User Language Selection: Managers can now configure the display to prompt a user
for a choice of language by which to interact with a program. Choose any combination of
available languages to create a customized user language selection list.
See Section 5.2 Configuration Menu, User Language.
1.3 SETUP
Read the entire Operation Manual before setting up the Life Fitness Stairclimber.
ELECTRICAL POWER REQUIREMENTS
The Life Fitness Stairclimber requires an AC power supply according to the electrical configura-
tions listed in the chart below.
NOTE: Do not modify the plug provided with this product. If the plug does not fit into an available
electrical outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
HOW TO POSITION AND STABILIZE THE LIFE FITNESS®STAIRCLIMBER
Following all safety instructions in Section 1.1, move the unit to the
location in which it will be used. See Section 7, titled Specifications,
for the dimensions of the product footprint (assembled dimensions).
Allow a distance of
8 inches, or 21 centimeters, between the Life Fitness Stairclimber
and other units on either side. Allow a distance of 3 feet, or 1 meter,
from the rear of the unit to any object or surface.
After placing the Life Fitness Stairclimber in position, check the unit’s
stability by attempting to rock it in all directions. Any slight rocking
indicates that the unit must be leveled. Determine which foot is not
resting completely on the floor. Loosen the jam nut (B) with an open-
end 9/16-inch wrench, and rotate the stabilizing foot (A) to lower it.
Verify that the unit is stable, and repeat the adjustment as necessary
until the unit no longer rocks. Lock the adjustment by tightening the
jam nut against the stabilizer bar.
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Supply Voltage
(VAC)
100
110
120
200
220
230
240
Frequency
(Hz)
50 / 60
50 / 60
50 / 60
50 / 60
50 / 60
50 / 60
50 / 60
Rated Current
(Amps)
1.6
1.6
1.6
.8
.8
.8
.8
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FITNESS NETWORKING
One type RJ45 networking port (A) allows the Life Fitness
Stairclimber to be connected to a fitness network, such as the
FitLinxxTM interactive fitness network.
The network connection enables the console to upload user
workout statistics to a fitness network database or to download
remotely stored information, such a pre-set workout program.
See Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts, for information on
logging onto a network.
The network port is located on the back of the console. Any use
of the port for other than its intended purpose could void the
product warranty.
CABLE TV HOOK-UP
Note to the CATV Installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that pro-
vides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Antenna Grounding According to the NEC
Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
1. Antenna lead in wire
2. Antenna discharge unit (nec section 810-20)
3. Grounding conductors (nec section 810-21)
4. Ground clamp
5. Power service grounding electrode system
(nec article 250, part h)
6. Ground clamp
7. Electric service equipment
NOTE: The TV aspect of the LCD Console can only receive a analog signal. Digital cable must be external-
ly converted to an analog signal. A 75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF (>43dBuV (@75ohm) or
> 65.8dBm) TV signal input must be present before TV setup can occur.
Life Fitness is not responsible for the installation of CATV service or components required for the delivery of
CATV service.

2THE DISPLAY CONSOLE
2.1 DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW
The computerized console on the Life Fitness Stairclimber allows the user to tailor a workout to
personal fitness abilities and goals and to monitor progress. With this easy-to-use console, the
user can track fitness improvement from one workout to the next.
The console consists of two parts:
The Touchscreen Display: The Touchscreen Display (the LCD screen) allows the user to easily
choose a workout, set it up, and monitor it.
The Control Panel: The Control Panel consists of the keys on the bottom part of the console
housing. These keys allow quick changes to workouts “on the fly,” provide easy access to TV
controls, and allow for screen cleaning without activating the Touchscreen Display.
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2.2 DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
This section lists and describes the functions for the buttons on the Touchscreen Display and the
keys on the Control Panel on the Life Fitness Stairclimber. See Section 4, titled The Workouts,
for detailed information on using the console to set up workouts.
TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAY
The Touchscreen Display allows the user to move from screen to screen by simply selecting but-
tons to access other screens. The Touchscreen Display enables users to access:
1) WORKOUT SELECTION — choose a workout.
2) WORKOUT SETUP — enter workout values and goals.
3) WORKOUT PROGRESS — monitor progress, edit workout goals, and access TV viewing.
1) WORKOUT SELECTION
Touch the Welcome Screen anywhere to start and enter the Workout Selection screen. Use the
Workout Selection screen to choose a workout, access QUICK START, or to access the Help
Screens.
A. QUICK START: Select this button to enter directly into a workout, bypassing any setup or
goal setting. Once started, the user can then make adjustments to the workout. Choose
LEVEL to determine the level of intensity, ENTER WEIGHT so that METs, Watts, and
Calories Burned/Calories per Hour can be computed and displayed as workout statistics.
Select the COOLDOWN button on the Control Panel to enter a Cooldown Phase.
B. WORKOUT SELECTIONS: Allows the user to choose from eight different programs. MANUAL,
RANDOM, FAT BURN, CARDIO, AND HILL lead straight into workout setup screens. HILL PLUS,
ZONE TRAINING, AND PERSONAL TRAINER give additional workout selections.
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Choose PERSONAL TRAINER for WATTS, METs and FIT TEST.
See Section 4.1 Workout Overviews for a description of each workout.
Buttons with a heart symbol access workouts that require heart rate monitoring. For more informa-
tion, see Workout Profile Window under Workout Progress.
C. HELP (?): Select the HELP button to access help buttons for each of the workouts. Use these but-
tons to get a detailed explanation of each of the workouts.
D. BACK ( ): Select BACK to move backward one screen.
E. UNITS: (if enabled) Select the unit format for display. Choose from English or Metric.
2) WORKOUT SETUP
WORKOUT SETUP screens are accessed automatically upon selection of a workout program. They allow
the user to enter values or to choose a goal for the workout selected. These depend on the workout, but
might include goal type (time, distance or calories), level, age, weight, target heart rate* (for heart rate
programs), and for more advanced users, Watts and METs.
F. MESSAGE AREA: Shows the user what workout is currently being set up. It also prompts
the user for needed information or gives explanations.
G. ARROW BUTTONS: Use the UP and DOWN arrows to adjust workout values/goals such as length
of workout, weight, age, target heart rate, and intensity level. Press ENTER to record the selection.
H. NUMERICAL KEYPAD: Another way for the user to enter workout parameters. Key in the desired
number on the keypad and press ENTER.
J. CLEAR: Clears any entry and returns the default setting.
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* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the
FAT BURN workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117
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K. ENTER: Press this button after entering a value to register it and move to the next screen.
L. BACK( ): Returns to the previous screen.
TYPES OF WORKOUT SETUP SCREENS
GOAL SETUP SCREENS
•Goal Type: The default setting of Goal Type is TIME (length of workout). This allows the user to
choose a predetermined length of time for the workout.
Users may also choose a more advanced Goal Type such as DISTANCE, CALORIES, or TIME
IN ZONE (only available for heart rate programs).
For Distance, Calories, and Time in Zone, the length of the workout depends on how long it
takes to reach the goal. The workout continues until the goal is met. To exit early, either
choose COOLDOWN from the Control Panel to go immediately into the Cooldown Phase, or
choose CHANGE WORKOUT to access a different program. For more information, see
Section 4.2 Using the Workouts, Selecting a Goal Type.
NOTE: Once a goal type is set, it cannot be changed during a workout, without using the
RESET button, and resetting workout progress.
For information on how to set (and get maximum benefit from) these type of workout goals,
consult a Personal Trainer. For further information on Zone Training, see section 3.1 of Heart
Rate Zone Training titled Why Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise?
•Level: Choose the programmed intensity level of the workout. Levels range from 1 to 25.
•Target Heart Rate: (heart rate workouts only) Gives a recommended heart rate* according to
age. For Fat Burn, the target heart rate is computed at 65% of the theoretical maximum†heart
rate . For Cardio, the target heart rate is computed at 80%. For more information on Target
Heart Rate, see Section 3, Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise.
•Watts: The Watt is a unit of power output or the expression of the mechanical rate of work. For
the Watts program, the user sets a goal time and the program provides the level of exertion
needed to keep the Watts equal to the goal during the duration of the workout.
•METs: The MET is an expression of the rate of work for the human body at rest, or a metabolic
equivalent; one MET is approximately equal to the metabolism of a person at rest. For the
METs program, the user sets a goal time and the program provides the level of resistance
needed to bring METs expended to the selected goal during the duration of the workout.
VALUE SETUP SCREENS
•Weight: Entering an accurate weight allows calories to be more accurately calculated, and
enables Calories Burned/Calories per Hour, Watts and METs to appear on the Workout
Progress Screen.
•Age: Allows heart rate programs to accurately determine target heart rate.
•Gender: For accurate Fitness testing.
†Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to
220 minus an individual’s age.
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the
FAT BURN workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117

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3) WORKOUT PROGRESS
The Workout Progress screen opens automatically upon completion of the setup, signaling the user to
start the workout. The Workout Progress screen allows the user to monitor the progress of the work-
out. It provides a visual representation of the workout as it proceeds and monitors Distance, Calories,
Watts, METs, Time, Level, Floors Climbed and FPM (floors per minutes) depending on which workout
is selected. From here TIME, LEVEL, and TARGET HEART RATE*, can be changed at any point dur-
ing a workout. This screen also allows access to TV viewing.
M. MESSAGE AREA: Shows the user the workout type, prompts the user for needed information,
and explains concepts.
N. WORKOUT PROFILE WINDOW: This window displays the levels of intensity in a workout-in-
progress as proportional columns. The height of the column furthest to the left is proportional to
the current level of intensity. (When the TV is on it covers this window.)
*During a FAT BURN, CARDIO, HEART RATE HILL, HEART RATE INTERVAL, or EXTREME HEART
RATE workout, which requires the use of a Polar heart rate chest strap or the LifepulseTM system sensors,
the WORKOUT PROFILE window displays a flashing heart shape to request the user’s heart rate signal. If
the console does not detect a signal, the MESSAGE AREA displays the prompt, “NEED HEART RATE-
PLACE HANDS ON LIFEPULSE SENSORS OR USE TELEMETRY STRAP” and beeps three times. If the
console does not receive the signal within three minutes, the workout automatically is converted to a
MANUAL program.
O. CHANGE WORKOUT: Choose this button to go back to the workout selection screen and
choose a new workout, or to change a goal type or value, while retaining workout progress.
To change workout programs mid-workout, choose the new program, enter any remaining
values, and press ENTER. To return to the current workout without making any changes,
choose BACK. Select RESET on the workout selection screen to clear all the stored infor-
mation about the current workout, before changing to a new program.
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the
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To adjust a goal type (Calories, Distance, or if in a heart rate program, Time in Zone) or choose a dif-
ferent goal while retaining workout progress, select CHANGE WORKOUT, and then ADJUST GOAL
which accesses the goal type screen defaulted to the current goal type and value. To change the goal
value, use the arrow buttons or the numerical keypad, change the value, and then select ENTER. To
change the goal type, choose a different goal, enter a value and select ENTER.
P. ELAPSED TIME: Use this button to change the length of the workout or to choose a different
view for time. ELAPSED TIME is the default view, but time can also be viewed as REMAINING
TIME or HIDDEN TIME. To change the time view, select Elapsed Time, choose a different time
view and press ENTER.
To change the length of a workout midstream, press the ELAPSED TIME button which also
accesses Goal Time. Then use the arrow buttons or the numerical keypad, make the adjustment
and select ENTER. (Use the arrow keys on the Control Panel directly underneath ELAPSED
TIME to change length of workout time without leaving the Workout Progress Screen.)
NOTE: Changing the length of a workout by using the TIME ELAPSED button has no effect on
the time elapsed, which is an ongoing measurement of the time already spent in a workout.
Q. TARGET HEART RATE : (for heart rate workouts only) Displays the target heart rate*the user has
specified in the workout setup screens. Can be changed anytime during a workout, by using the arrow
keys directly below it, or by touching the TARGET HEART RATE button on the Touchscreen, and
accessing the Target Heart Rate Workout Setup Screen.
R. ACTUAL HEART RATE: Displays the heart rate if the user grasps the Lifepulse sensors or wears
a Polar-compatible heart rate chest strap. NOTE: Heart rate can be checked on any of the
screens, whether before a workout begins, or during a workout.
SLEVEL: Displays the programmed intensity level. Select LEVEL and then use the arrow buttons
or the numerical pad to make a new selection. Press Enter. (Use the arrow keys on the Control
Panel directly underneath Level to change the level of exertion without leaving the Workout
Progress Screen.)
T. WORKOUT STATISTICS: Continually updates the workout progress by showing Distance,
Calories Burned (switches between calories burned and calories per hour), Watts, Heart Rate (on
any workout if the user is grasping the Lifepulse sensors of wearing a telemetry strap), Target
Heart Rate* (switches between target heart rate and actual heart rate) and FPM (floors per
minute).
Cal/Hr and METs/Watts have buttons beneath the displays which give added functionality. These but-
tons can be used to lock the display or to force the display to toggle. To lock the display, (for instance,
turn off the toggle so only calories burned is displayed) simple press the button once while the desired
setting is displayed. To toggle (for instance, if METs is displayed to change the display immediately to
Watts) press the button twice in succession
U. TV SELECTION: TV ON/OFF accesses the TV, and enables the Channel and Volume keys on
the Surrounding Console. TV ZOOM (far bottom right) toggles the user between large and small
screen TV viewing.
V. CHANNEL CONTROLS: Accesses the channel control keypad on the touchscreen.
W. NUMERICAL KEYPAD: Use to enter a new channel selection.
X. PREVIOUS CHANNEL: Select this button to change the channel to the immediately previous
channel viewed.
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the
FAT BURN workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117

Y. OPTIONS: Use to access channel interface menu options. Advanced Control is accessible by
default. If enabled, Favorites and Channel List channel selection menus are also accessible.
Z. PICTURE OFF: Use to disable TV video. Allows only the TV audio to be heard. Reset TV video
using the picture on button in the upper right of the display. Picture on is not available for chan-
nels pre-configured for audio only.
AA. SAP OFF: Use to enable Second Audio Program. SAP is used to receive audio in another lan-
guage or to receive Descriptive Video Service broadcast on multi-channel stereo television sets.
OPTIONAL CHANNEL SELECTION MENUS
If Favorites and/or Channel List options are enabled, an Options menu will be enabled for selecting a
desired channel selection interface.
BB. CHANNEL SELECT: Accesses the Channel Select keypad.
CC. FAVORITE: If enabled, use to toggle to Favorite Channel selection. See Section 5.1 System
Options Menu, TV / FM Radio Settings for more information.
DD. CHANNELS LIST: If enabled, use to toggle to Channel List selection. See Section 5.1 System
Options Menu, TV / FM Radio Settings for more information.
EE. ADVANCED CONTROL: Use to access advanced picture/audio control menu. See Section 5.1
System Options Menu, TV / FM Radio Settings for more information.
FF. SECURE CHANNEL: If enabled, use to access a dedicated channel for non-broadcast usage.
This channel may require a password for viewing. See Section 5.1 System Options Menu, TV /
FM Radio Settings for more information.
GG. FM SELECTION: FM On/OFF: If enabled, use to access FM Radio. See Section 5.1 System
Options Menu, TV / FM Radio Settings for more information.
HH. FM CONTROLS: If enabled, use to access available FM Radio stations. Use the seek forward
and back buttons to select the next available station. See Section 5.1 System Options Menu, TV /
FM Radio Settings for more information.
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