Life Span EX3 User manual

801-973-9993
www.pcefitness.com
P.O. Box 981316
Park City, Utah 84098-1316
Owners Manual
Version 1.0
elliptical
series elliptical

table of contents
Page
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Limited Home Use Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Find a Certified Health Fitness Instructor . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Getting Fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Electronics Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Exercise Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Elliptical Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Congratulations on the purchase of your LifeSpan PRO series exercise equipment.
To ensure safe and trouble free operation, we suggest that you read this Owners Manual and
follow its recommendations.
LifeSpan™and Intelli-Key™are trademarks of PCE Health and Fitness. Any use of these trademarks,
without express written consent of PCE Health and Fitness is forbidden.

Resistance Program Set-up (Interval, Mountain, Weight Loss, Random)
The EX3 comes with the LifeSpan Intelli-Key button system that simply and easily steps you through
the program set-up process.
1. Select Program: Press the “Select Program” button to scroll through each program. The LED
lights next to the program name will illuminate to highlight which program is selected and the
program matrix will show the program profile. “Press Enter” when you reach the desired program.
You will notice that after 3 seconds the “Enter” button will start to flash, showing you that this
is the next button to push.
Note: When scanning through the programs, the “Warm-up” program will be skipped. This
is because “Warm-up” is an option available at the beginning of other programs and not a
complete workout program itself.
2. Select Level: Use the “Up” and “Down” arrows to select the program level from 1 – 3 with 1
being the easiest level and 3 being the most difficult. Then press “Enter”. You will notice that
after 3 seconds the “Enter” button will again start to flash, showing that this is the next button
to push.
Note: If you wait for more than 10 seconds to make your selection, the system will reset itself
back to the beginning of the program set up process.
3. Set Time: Set the workout time. The workout will start at 0:00 and count up unless a time is
selected. Then press “Enter” to begin the workout.
At the beginning of each workout you can chose to have a 3 minute warm-up. Once the
program begins, press the “Select Program” button to go to the Warm up mode. The Warm
up function is only available during the first 3 minutes of each workout. During the Warm up,
the resistance will be at level 1 for first minute, level 2 for the 2nd Minute and level 3 for the
third minute.
Heart Rate Control Program Set-up
The Heart Rate Control program automatically changes the resistance to maintain a constant heart
rate that you establish during the program set up process.
1. Select Program: Press the “Select Program” button to scroll through each program until you
reach the Target Heart Rate program. Then “Press Enter”.
2. Set Time: Use the “Up” and “Down” arrows to select the program time. If a time is not
selected the program will start counting up from 00:00. Then “Press Scan” to enter your
heart rate..
3. Set Target Heart Rate: Set the desired workout heart rate by using the “Up” and “Down”
arrows and “Press Enter” to start the program.
User Program Set-up
1. Select Program: Press the “Select Program” button to scroll through each program until you
reach the User Set-up Program. Then “Press Enter”.
2. Set Time: Use the “Up” and “Down” arrows to select the program time. Then “Press Enter”. If
the program has already been set up and you want to begin the User Program, “Press Enter”
again to start the program. If you want to set up the program for the first time or make changes
to the program, proceed to the next step.
3. Enter Segment Resistance: Use the “Up” and “Down” arrows to select the desired level of
resistance for each segment, then press the Scan button to move to the next segment until
all segments have been set. Then press the “Enter” button.
Note: If a User Program has already been set up, to select the program, scroll to the program,
press enter, then select time and press enter.
Distance Program Set-up (5K and 10K)
1. Select Program: Press the “Select Program” button to scroll through each program. The LED
lights on the left side of the console will highlight which program is selected and the program
matrix will show the program profile. “Press Enter” when you reach the distance programs.
2. Select Level: Use the “Up” and “Down” arrows to select the program level from 1 – 3 with 1
being the easiest level and 3 being the most difficult. Then press “Enter”.
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table of contents
Page
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Limited Home Use Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Find a Certified Health Fitness Instructor . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Getting Fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Electronics Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Exercise Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Elliptical Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Congratulations on the purchase of your LifeSpan PRO series exercise equipment.
To ensure safe and trouble free operation, we suggest that you read this Owners Manual and
follow its recommendations.
LifeSpan™and Intelli-Key™are trademarks of PCE Health and Fitness. Any use of these trademarks,
without express written consent of PCE Health and Fitness is forbidden.

1
welcome to LifeSpan
™
We all know that exercise is a key component to achieving the level of Health and Wellness that all of us
desire. Regular activity prevents the development of numerous diseases, helps to reduce stress, leads to an
improved self image, weight loss and increased energy levels.
The LifeSpan PRO series offer the discriminating consumer products that meet their exacting needs and
with many of the models we include commercial warranties that cover institutional use up to 6 hours per
day. The requirement for performance and durability is at the heart of each PRO series model. We start
with a robotically welded steel frame and add top of the line components to our patented EX-Link drive
system. The result is a smooth and consistent workout for every user that will last for
years to come.
To make the PRO series easy to use we include our Intelli-Key™ blue button system that simply and easily
steps each user through the program set-up process and for motivation we include resistance programs,
heart rate control programs and user set-up programs to give our customers the programming variety they
need to maintain their workout programs.
Please read this manual thoroughly before assembly and operation of your LifeSpan elliptical. It includes
basic information on starting an exercise program, and safety tips that will assist you in reaching your goals
for a healthy lifestyle.
To keep your elliptical cross trainer in optimal condition, please pay attention to the maintenance and
cleaning section of this manual and remember that some kinds of service should only be performed by a
qualified service technician. If service is required, please contact your authorized PCE Health and Fitness
Retailer. If a question or problem arises that cannot be answered by your retailer, contact us:
PCE Health and Fitness
PO Box 981316
Park City, Utah 84098 –1316
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.pcefitness.com
Neither PCE Health and Fitness nor its representatives can accept responsibility for any damage or injury
incurred as a result of information presented in the manual except under the terms of the product warranty.
Resistance Program Set-up (Interval, Mountain, Weight Loss, Random)
The EX3 comes with the LifeSpan Intelli-Key button system that simply and easily steps you through
the program set-up process.
1. Select Program: Press the “Select Program” button to scroll through each program. The LED
lights next to the program name will illuminate to highlight which program is selected and the
program matrix will show the program profile. “Press Enter” when you reach the desired program.
You will notice that after 3 seconds the “Enter” button will start to flash, showing you that this
is the next button to push.
Note: When scanning through the programs, the “Warm-up” program will be skipped. This
is because “Warm-up” is an option available at the beginning of other programs and not a
complete workout program itself.
2. Select Level: Use the “Up” and “Down” arrows to select the program level from 1 – 3 with 1
being the easiest level and 3 being the most difficult. Then press “Enter”. You will notice that
after 3 seconds the “Enter” button will again start to flash, showing that this is the next button
to push.
Note: If you wait for more than 10 seconds to make your selection, the system will reset itself
back to the beginning of the program set up process.
3. Set Time: Set the workout time. The workout will start at 0:00 and count up unless a time is
selected. Then press “Enter” to begin the workout.
At the beginning of each workout you can chose to have a 3 minute warm-up. Once the
program begins, press the “Select Program” button to go to the Warm up mode. The Warm
up function is only available during the first 3 minutes of each workout. During the Warm up,
the resistance will be at level 1 for first minute, level 2 for the 2nd Minute and level 3 for the
third minute.
Heart Rate Control Program Set-up
The Heart Rate Control program automatically changes the resistance to maintain a constant heart
rate that you establish during the program set up process.
1. Select Program: Press the “Select Program” button to scroll through each program until you
reach the Target Heart Rate program. Then “Press Enter”.
2. Set Time: Use the “Up” and “Down” arrows to select the program time. If a time is not
selected the program will start counting up from 00:00. Then “Press Scan” to enter your
heart rate..
3. Set Target Heart Rate: Set the desired workout heart rate by using the “Up” and “Down”
arrows and “Press Enter” to start the program.
User Program Set-up
1. Select Program: Press the “Select Program” button to scroll through each program until you
reach the User Set-up Program. Then “Press Enter”.
2. Set Time: Use the “Up” and “Down” arrows to select the program time. Then “Press Enter”. If
the program has already been set up and you want to begin the User Program, “Press Enter”
again to start the program. If you want to set up the program for the first time or make changes
to the program, proceed to the next step.
3. Enter Segment Resistance: Use the “Up” and “Down” arrows to select the desired level of
resistance for each segment, then press the Scan button to move to the next segment until
all segments have been set. Then press the “Enter” button.
Note: If a User Program has already been set up, to select the program, scroll to the program,
press enter, then select time and press enter.
Distance Program Set-up (5K and 10K)
1. Select Program: Press the “Select Program” button to scroll through each program. The LED
lights on the left side of the console will highlight which program is selected and the program
matrix will show the program profile. “Press Enter” when you reach the distance programs.
2. Select Level: Use the “Up” and “Down” arrows to select the program level from 1 – 3 with 1
being the easiest level and 3 being the most difficult. Then press “Enter”.
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exercise programs
The EX3 comes with a manual program, where the user controls the pedal resistance and with In-
terval, Weight Loss, Mountain, and Random programs that automatically vary the resistance during
the course of the workout. In addition, there are two Distance programs, a Heart Rate Program that
uses a heart rate your select to automatically vary the resistance to maintain your heart rate at the
level selected.
Program time can be preset to range from 10:00 minutes to 99:00 minutes or you can just start
counting up from 00:00. If the time is preset, the program length will be divided into 16 equal seg-
ments. If the program counts up from 00:00, each segment will run for 60 seconds. After 16 min-
utes the program profile will go back to the beginning automatically.
(Insert the Program Profiles for each of the following)
Required Enhancements
1. We need the warm-up time, distance and calories to roll into the program that is selected so the
user gets total time, etc.
2. Need to be able to switch from one program to another during a workout and keep the workout data.
Interval Mountain
Weight Loss Random
5K
(Pattern Repeats every 5 minutes 20 seconds)
10K (Pattern Repeats every 5 minutes 20 seconds)
elliptical operations
Before using your Elliptical Cross Trainer make sure that it sits level on the floor. Adjust the feet in
the front corners first to make sure that the body of the machine sits level on the floor. Then adjust
the 2 rear feet up to make sure that all 6 feet sit level on the floor.
When you begin the Intelli-Key lights on the “Select Program” should be flashing and the “Enter”
should be illuminated. If these lights are not on make sure that the power supply is properly
plugged into the front of the plastic covers on one end and into a 120V outlet on the other ends.
Intelli-Key Button System
Remember that the Intelli-Key button system will always flash the next button that needs to be
pressed. If you make a selection and don’t know which button to press next, wait for 3 seconds and
the correct button will begin to flash.
Quickstart
The easiest way to begin a workout on your Elliptical is to press the “Enter” button twice to begin in
a quick-start mode. In this case the console will begin counting up from 0:00 in the Manual mode.
If you want to preset a workout time, you will need to press the “Enter” button, then set the workout
time using the “Up” and “Down” arrows and then press the “Enter” button again.
Once you begin your workout, you can change the resistance by using the “UP” and “Down”
arrows. You can also change the information that is being shown in the 3 LED displays by pressing
the “Scan” button.
Checking Your Heart Rate
You can check your heart rate by placing your hands on the bull horn EKG Grip Pulse pads. Place
them on the pads for 30 seconds to get a more accurate reading. If your skin is dry, it is more
difficult for the EKG pads to pick up your heart rate. If the contact pulse grips cannot pick up your
pulse accurately or at all, we recommend that you warm up for 5 – 10 minutes or until you begin
to perspire to get a more accurate reading. You can also use Aloe Vera on your hands to improve
the contact.
Using your chest strap and the heart rate receiver built into the console is the preferred method to
get an accurate heart rate reading, particularly when using the Heart Rate Control program. When
putting on your chest strap, adjust the transmitter portion to the left side of your chest, right over
your heart. It may take a few slight adjustments to get it properly receiver your heart rate. It may
also take a few minutes for your skin to moisten and improve the contact between your skin and the
chest strap.
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2
specifications
CONSOLE
PROGRAMMING
CONSOLE FEEDBACK
HEART RATE
CONSOLE OPERATIONS
POWER
20” STRIDE LENGTH
DRIVE SYSTEM
LEVELS OF RESISTANCE
RESISTANCE SYSTEM
ARM MOVEMENT
PEDALS
FLOOR SPACE
PRODUCT WEIGHT
FRAME
MAX. USER WEIGHT
FLOOR LEVELING
TRANSPORT
FRAME
ECB BRAKE
PARTS
LABOR
ELECTRONICS
AND PROGRAMMING
MECHANICS AND PERFORMANCE
RESIDENTIAL
WARRANTY
Power Requirement
This product should be used on a nominal 120-volt circuit with a grounding pole that looks like the outlet
shown in the illustration below. Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in
the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person 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
in the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Elliptical
Plug
Grounded Wall Outlets
Grounded
socket
8 * 16 LED Program Matrix,
3 LED Display Panels, Storage Tray,
and Spring Loaded Magazine Rack
Manual, Random, Mountain,
Weight Loss, Target Heart Rate,
Warm-up, Interval, 5K and
10K Distance, 2 User
Time, Distance, Speed, Calories,
Resistance Level, Heart Rate
Contract Hand Grips and Chest Strap
(Chest Strap Included)
Intelli-Key™blue light program setup
and operations
Plug-in (120 volt)
Patented EX-Link™drive system
provides a bio-mechanically correct
symmetrical elliptical pattern that
models your natural walking gait and
places the pedals parallel to the ground
at the bottom of the pedal stroke.
Quiet-Stride drive system includes
commercial grade sealed bearings,
oversized brass bushings, and
poly-V-belt with 10.5 to 1 flywheel
to pulley ratio providing smooth
resistance at all workout levels.
16 Levels
Motor Operated Eddy Current Brake.
Multi-position handlebars include
maximum movement up to 25” (64 cm).
Oversized slip resistant
16.8”L / 7.4”W (42 cm L / 18.4 cm W)
67”L / 29.2”W / 63”H
(167 cm L / 66.7 cm W / 157.5 cm H)
213 lbs / 97 kg
Extra heavy duty welded frame with
chrome plated running rails.
350 lbs / 159 kg
6 point adjustable foot pads
Front mounted transport wheels offer
easy moving.
LifeTime
LifeTime
3 Years
1 Year
3

2
specifications
CONSOLE
PROGRAMMING
CONSOLE FEEDBACK
HEART RATE
CONSOLE OPERATIONS
POWER
20” STRIDE LENGTH
DRIVE SYSTEM
LEVELS OF RESISTANCE
RESISTANCE SYSTEM
ARM MOVEMENT
PEDALS
FLOOR SPACE
PRODUCT WEIGHT
FRAME
MAX. USER WEIGHT
FLOOR LEVELING
TRANSPORT
FRAME
ECB BRAKE
PARTS
LABOR
ELECTRONICS
AND PROGRAMMING
MECHANICS AND PERFORMANCE
RESIDENTIAL
WARRANTY
Power Requirement
This product should be used on a nominal 120-volt circuit with a grounding pole that looks like the outlet
shown in the illustration below. Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in
the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person 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
in the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Elliptical
Plug
Grounded Wall Outlets
Grounded
socket
8 * 16 LED Program Matrix,
3 LED Display Panels, Storage Tray,
and Spring Loaded Magazine Rack
Manual, Random, Mountain,
Weight Loss, Target Heart Rate,
Warm-up, Interval, 5K and
10K Distance, 2 User
Time, Distance, Speed, Calories,
Resistance Level, Heart Rate
Contract Hand Grips and Chest Strap
(Chest Strap Included)
Intelli-Key™blue light program setup
and operations
Plug-in (120 volt)
Patented EX-Link™drive system
provides a bio-mechanically correct
symmetrical elliptical pattern that
models your natural walking gait and
places the pedals parallel to the ground
at the bottom of the pedal stroke.
Quiet-Stride drive system includes
commercial grade sealed bearings,
oversized brass bushings, and
poly-V-belt with 10.5 to 1 flywheel
to pulley ratio providing smooth
resistance at all workout levels.
16 Levels
Motor Operated Eddy Current Brake.
Multi-position handlebars include
maximum movement up to 25” (64 cm).
Oversized slip resistant
16.8”L / 7.4”W (42 cm L / 18.4 cm W)
67”L / 29.2”W / 63”H
(167 cm L / 66.7 cm W / 157.5 cm H)
213 lbs / 97 kg
Extra heavy duty welded frame with
chrome plated running rails.
350 lbs / 159 kg
6 point adjustable foot pads
Front mounted transport wheels offer
easy moving.
LifeTime
LifeTime
3 Years
1 Year
3
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exercise programs
The EX3 comes with a manual program, where the user controls the pedal resistance and with In-
terval, Weight Loss, Mountain, and Random programs that automatically vary the resistance during
the course of the workout. In addition, there are two Distance programs, a Heart Rate Program that
uses a heart rate your select to automatically vary the resistance to maintain your heart rate at the
level selected.
Program time can be preset to range from 10:00 minutes to 99:00 minutes or you can just start
counting up from 00:00. If the time is preset, the program length will be divided into 16 equal seg-
ments. If the program counts up from 00:00, each segment will run for 60 seconds. After 16 min-
utes the program profile will go back to the beginning automatically.
(Insert the Program Profiles for each of the following)
Required Enhancements
1. We need the warm-up time, distance and calories to roll into the program that is selected so the
user gets total time, etc.
2. Need to be able to switch from one program to another during a workout and keep the workout data.
Interval Mountain
Weight Loss Random
5K
(Pattern Repeats every 5 minutes 20 seconds)
10K (Pattern Repeats every 5 minutes 20 seconds)
elliptical operations
Before using your Elliptical Cross Trainer make sure that it sits level on the floor. Adjust the feet in
the front corners first to make sure that the body of the machine sits level on the floor. Then adjust
the 2 rear feet up to make sure that all 6 feet sit level on the floor.
When you begin the Intelli-Key lights on the “Select Program” should be flashing and the “Enter”
should be illuminated. If these lights are not on make sure that the power supply is properly
plugged into the front of the plastic covers on one end and into a 120V outlet on the other ends.
Intelli-Key Button System
Remember that the Intelli-Key button system will always flash the next button that needs to be
pressed. If you make a selection and don’t know which button to press next, wait for 3 seconds and
the correct button will begin to flash.
Quickstart
The easiest way to begin a workout on your Elliptical is to press the “Enter” button twice to begin in
a quick-start mode. In this case the console will begin counting up from 0:00 in the Manual mode.
If you want to preset a workout time, you will need to press the “Enter” button, then set the workout
time using the “Up” and “Down” arrows and then press the “Enter” button again.
Once you begin your workout, you can change the resistance by using the “UP” and “Down”
arrows. You can also change the information that is being shown in the 3 LED displays by pressing
the “Scan” button.
Checking Your Heart Rate
You can check your heart rate by placing your hands on the bull horn EKG Grip Pulse pads. Place
them on the pads for 30 seconds to get a more accurate reading. If your skin is dry, it is more
difficult for the EKG pads to pick up your heart rate. If the contact pulse grips cannot pick up your
pulse accurately or at all, we recommend that you warm up for 5 – 10 minutes or until you begin
to perspire to get a more accurate reading. You can also use Aloe Vera on your hands to improve
the contact.
Using your chest strap and the heart rate receiver built into the console is the preferred method to
get an accurate heart rate reading, particularly when using the Heart Rate Control program. When
putting on your chest strap, adjust the transmitter portion to the left side of your chest, right over
your heart. It may take a few slight adjustments to get it properly receiver your heart rate. It may
also take a few minutes for your skin to moisten and improve the contact between your skin and the
chest strap.
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10
STEP 1: Secure Frame
A. Place the cross trainer on the floor in a level area. Pull out the chrome plated rails by grabbing
the back of the rails, by the rear feet, and pulling the rear feet away from the frame. The rails
need to be fully extended in length before the bolts can be attached.
Note: These rails pushed into the frame to reduce the shipping size.
B. Secure the rails in place using the 4 bolts (J) with lock washers (M) included in the hardware bag.
C. Attach and then tighten the 4 screws (J) with lock washer (M) securely to the frame with the
Allen Wrench provided as shown in figure 2 below.
Notes: You may need to move the rails slightly so that the bolts are properly aligned.
STEP 2: Attach Handlebars
A. Attach both the right and left handlebars by first
removing the four screws already in place on the
frame brackets where are handlebars are mounted.
Then place the handlebar bracket over the top of the
frame bracket and align the 4 holes. Hand tighten each
of the 4 screws first before you tighten securely with
the 6 mm Allen wrench provided.
B. Attach the round plastic outside handlebar covers by
first removing the screws that are hand tightened on the inner round cover. Place the outer cover over
the top, aligning the holes and tighten each screw with a Phillips Head Screw driver.
STEP 3: Attach the Display Console
A. Remove the 4 screws hand tightened in the bracket on
the top of the covers. Align the support post over the
bracket and hand tighten all 4 screws before securely
them with the 6 mm Allen Wrench.
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electronics overview
DISTANCE
USER
Program Matrix
LED Display
Panels
Quick-keys for
Speed and Incline
Intelli-Key™blue lights
for easy program set-up.
• Display console includes the Intelli-Key™blue lights. The flashing blue light shows you which button to
press next to set-up and use the system programs.
• Quick-key buttons provide easy selection of a set speed or incline without scrolling.
• The QuickStart button lets you begin your workout in Manual mode without going through the set up process.
• The Select Program Button is used to scan through each program during the setup process. At the start
of each workout, you can also push the Select Program button to switch to a 3 minute warm-up prior to
beginning the workout.
• Heart Rate readout supports using a chest strap.
• The Scan button is used to either select a specific set of readouts like – Speed, Time and Level or Distance,
Heart Rate and Calories or it can be used to automatically switch between these two sets of readouts.
The Scan light will turn on when the readouts are set to automatically switch between the readouts.
• The Warm-up feature can be used at the beginning of any Workout. This feature gives you a 3 minute
warm-up at first level of resistance to elevate your heart rate and warm-up the muscles prior to beginning
a strenuous workout. During this 3 minute warm up the resistance level cannot be changed. Once you are
into your workout or 3 minutes this feature is no longer available.
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limited home use warranty important safety precautions
The LifeSpan EX3 comes with the following limited warranty, which applies only to the use of the cross
trainer in the home, for residential, non-commercial purposes.
• Frame: Lifetime - Lifetime
• Parts: 3 year
• Labor: 1 year
PCE Health and Fitness warrants that the equipment it manufacturers is free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service. The periods above are based on the date of purchase. During
these periods, PCE Health and Fitness will repair or replace any defective part. Free labor is included for
the first year.
If within the time frames specified above, any part of the LifeSpan EX3 fails to operate properly contact
your authorized PCE Health and Fitness retailer to report the problem. All labor shall be supplied by the
authorized retailer that sold your product and the product must be located within that retailer’s service
area. If you are unable to reach the dealer that you purchased the product from, contact PCE Health and
Fitness at our web site, www.pcefitness.com or at [phone].
PCE Health and Fitness reserves the right to make changes and improvements in our products without
incurring any obligations to similarly alter any product purchased. In order to insure our product warranty
and to ensure the safe and efficient operation of your elliptical, only authorized parts can be used. The
warranty is void if any parts other than those provided by PCE Health and Fitness are used.
Exclusions and Limitations
• This warranty does not apply to any defects caused by negligence, misuse, improper assembly or
maintenance, accident, or an "act of god".
• This warranty does not apply to discoloration of paint or plastics.
• PCE Health and Fitness shall not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages.
• This warranty is nontransferable from the original owner.
Registration
You must register your LifeSpan product before a warranty claim can be processed. To complete your
registration card online, go to www.pcefitness.com and fill out the registration card online or fill out
the warranty card provided with your elliptical and mail it today. Registration Cards must be completed
and sent to PCE Fitness within 30 days of purchase to activate the Product Warranty on your LifeSpan
equipment. Product Warranties are not valid unless properly completed and sent to PCE Fitness within
this 30 day period.
Note: Read ALL instructions before using your LifeSpan elliptical.
When using equipment, basic precautions should always be followed, including:
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Never operate your elliptical cross trainer if it has been damaged or even partially submersed in water.
• Do not use outdoors, near swimming pools or in areas of high humidity.
• Keep the elliptical cross trainer on a solid, level surface.
• Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this Owners Manual.
• Do not use attachments that are not recommended by PCE Health and Fitness.
• Wear shoes with rubber or high traction soles.
Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats or spikes.
• Keep hands and feet away from all moving parts.
Children and Pets
• Keep children off your elliptical at all times.
• When in use, young children and pets should be kept at least 10 feet away.
Other Safety Tips
• Always consult a physician before beginning this or any exercise program.
• If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising
immediately and consult your physician before continuing.

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limited home use warranty important safety precautions
The LifeSpan EX3 comes with the following limited warranty, which applies only to the use of the cross
trainer in the home, for residential, non-commercial purposes.
• Frame: Lifetime - Lifetime
• Parts: 3 year
• Labor: 1 year
PCE Health and Fitness warrants that the equipment it manufacturers is free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service. The periods above are based on the date of purchase. During
these periods, PCE Health and Fitness will repair or replace any defective part. Free labor is included for
the first year.
If within the time frames specified above, any part of the LifeSpan EX3 fails to operate properly contact
your authorized PCE Health and Fitness retailer to report the problem. All labor shall be supplied by the
authorized retailer that sold your product and the product must be located within that retailer’s service
area. If you are unable to reach the dealer that you purchased the product from, contact PCE Health and
Fitness at our web site, www.pcefitness.com or at [phone].
PCE Health and Fitness reserves the right to make changes and improvements in our products without
incurring any obligations to similarly alter any product purchased. In order to insure our product warranty
and to ensure the safe and efficient operation of your elliptical, only authorized parts can be used. The
warranty is void if any parts other than those provided by PCE Health and Fitness are used.
Exclusions and Limitations
• This warranty does not apply to any defects caused by negligence, misuse, improper assembly or
maintenance, accident, or an "act of god".
• This warranty does not apply to discoloration of paint or plastics.
• PCE Health and Fitness shall not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages.
• This warranty is nontransferable from the original owner.
Registration
You must register your LifeSpan product before a warranty claim can be processed. To complete your
registration card online, go to www.pcefitness.com and fill out the registration card online or fill out
the warranty card provided with your elliptical and mail it today. Registration Cards must be completed
and sent to PCE Fitness within 30 days of purchase to activate the Product Warranty on your LifeSpan
equipment. Product Warranties are not valid unless properly completed and sent to PCE Fitness within
this 30 day period.
Note: Read ALL instructions before using your LifeSpan elliptical.
When using equipment, basic precautions should always be followed, including:
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Never operate your elliptical cross trainer if it has been damaged or even partially submersed in water.
• Do not use outdoors, near swimming pools or in areas of high humidity.
• Keep the elliptical cross trainer on a solid, level surface.
• Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this Owners Manual.
• Do not use attachments that are not recommended by PCE Health and Fitness.
• Wear shoes with rubber or high traction soles.
Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats or spikes.
• Keep hands and feet away from all moving parts.
Children and Pets
• Keep children off your elliptical at all times.
• When in use, young children and pets should be kept at least 10 feet away.
Other Safety Tips
• Always consult a physician before beginning this or any exercise program.
• If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising
immediately and consult your physician before continuing.
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STEP 1: Secure Frame
A. Place the cross trainer on the floor in a level area. Pull out the chrome plated rails by grabbing
the back of the rails, by the rear feet, and pulling the rear feet away from the frame. The rails
need to be fully extended in length before the bolts can be attached.
Note: These rails pushed into the frame to reduce the shipping size.
B. Secure the rails in place using the 4 bolts (J) with lock washers (M) included in the hardware bag.
C. Attach and then tighten the 4 screws (J) with lock washer (M) securely to the frame with the
Allen Wrench provided as shown in figure 2 below.
Notes: You may need to move the rails slightly so that the bolts are properly aligned.
STEP 2: Attach Handlebars
A. Attach both the right and left handlebars by first
removing the four screws already in place on the
frame brackets where are handlebars are mounted.
Then place the handlebar bracket over the top of the
frame bracket and align the 4 holes. Hand tighten each
of the 4 screws first before you tighten securely with
the 6 mm Allen wrench provided.
B. Attach the round plastic outside handlebar covers by
first removing the screws that are hand tightened on the inner round cover. Place the outer cover over
the top, aligning the holes and tighten each screw with a Phillips Head Screw driver.
STEP 3: Attach the Display Console
A. Remove the 4 screws hand tightened in the bracket on
the top of the covers. Align the support post over the
bracket and hand tighten all 4 screws before securely
them with the 6 mm Allen Wrench.
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electronics overview
DISTANCE
USER
Program Matrix
LED Display
Panels
Quick-keys for
Speed and Incline
Intelli-Key™blue lights
for easy program set-up.
• Display console includes the Intelli-Key™blue lights. The flashing blue light shows you which button to
press next to set-up and use the system programs.
• Quick-key buttons provide easy selection of a set speed or incline without scrolling.
• The QuickStart button lets you begin your workout in Manual mode without going through the set up process.
• The Select Program Button is used to scan through each program during the setup process. At the start
of each workout, you can also push the Select Program button to switch to a 3 minute warm-up prior to
beginning the workout.
• Heart Rate readout supports using a chest strap.
• The Scan button is used to either select a specific set of readouts like – Speed, Time and Level or Distance,
Heart Rate and Calories or it can be used to automatically switch between these two sets of readouts.
The Scan light will turn on when the readouts are set to automatically switch between the readouts.
• The Warm-up feature can be used at the beginning of any Workout. This feature gives you a 3 minute
warm-up at first level of resistance to elevate your heart rate and warm-up the muscles prior to beginning
a strenuous workout. During this 3 minute warm up the resistance level cannot be changed. Once you are
into your workout or 3 minutes this feature is no longer available.

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60%
75%
85%
100%
Increased Performance Range
Aerobic Training Range
Weight Loss Training Range
Low Intensity
20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65
AGE
200200
170170
150150
120120
195195
166166
146146
117117
190190
162162
143143
114114
185185
157157
139139
111111
180180
153153
135135
108108
175175
149149
131131
105105
170170
145145
128128
102102
165165
140140
124124
9999
160160
136136
120120
9696
155155
132132
116116
9393
assembly instructions
Since your elliptical cross trainer is a heavy piece of equipment, we recommend that you use 2 people
during assembly.
a. Then replace the line drawing with the one provided, replace the Hardware and Tools at
the bottom with the ones with the line drawing and for now delete the parts list.
HARDWARE–TOOLS
The three components of a successful cardiovascular exercise program are:
• Frequency
• Intensity
• Time
In terms of frequency, you should try and exercise at least three times per week. Preferably you should try
to exercise every other day to give your body a days rest in-between workouts.
The intensity of each workout refers to how hard you feel your working and can be measured by your heart
rate. Depending on your fitness goals, exercise between 55% and 90% of your maximum heart rate. A sim-
ple way of estimating your maximum heart rate is by subtracting your age from 220. As a general rule of
thumb, if your fitness objective is to lose weight, you will want to keep your heart rate at between 60% and
75% of your maximum heart rate. If your objective is improved aerobic performance keep your heart rate
between 75% and 85% of your maximum heart rate.
To achieve benefits from your workout, your workout time should be at least 20 minutes per session. If you
are trying to lose weight focus on longer (45 - 60 minutes) less intense workouts, to improve your aerobic
performance focus on shorter more intense workouts.
As a rule of thumb when your exercising, if your having trouble completing a sentence, you are working too
hard. When exercising, you should be able to speak freely without gasping for air.
7
find a certified health fitness instructor
Everyone is unique. We all have different physical characteristics, medical backgrounds, and daily patterns
that need to be considered to design the optimal workout and nutrition program. The Getting Fit section of
your Owners Manual is designed to give you a brief overview that will be beneficial in starting or modifying
your exercise program. We recommend however, that you consider using a certified fitness professional that
is trained to tailor a fitness program specifically for you.
To support this, we have partnered with the American College of Sports Medicine (ASCM). The ACSM has
certified Personal Trainers and Health Fitness Instructors that can assist you in getting started and in
maintaining the right exercise program for you.
Below is a description of the Health/Fitness Instructor Qualifications:
The ACSM Health/Fitness Instructor is a professional qualified to assess, design, and implement
individual and group exercise and fitness programs for apparently healthy individuals and individuals with
controlled disease. The Health/Fitness Instructor is skilled in evaluating health behaviors and risk factors,
conducting fitness assessments, writing appropriate exercise prescriptions, and motivating individuals to
modify negative health habits and maintain positive lifestyle behaviors for health promotion.
To find one of these professionals, just go to our web site at: www.pcefitness.com and click on the Find a
Health Fitness Instructor tab. This service can help you locate an ACSM certified professional near you.
getting fit
Cardiovascular endurance is the most important component of physical fitness. There are two types of
cardiovascular training, these are interval training and steady state training.
Interval training varies the amount of effort required to workout. The LifeSpan EX3 comes with several
programs that automatically very the amount of resistance during the course of the workout. These include
Interval, Random, Mountain, Weight Loss and 2 distance programs. All of these programs vary the amount
of effort required during the workout either through automatically adjusting the incline or the speed.
Steady state training keeps the workload constant. The Manual program on your LifeSpan elliptical allows
you to manually control the speed and incline of your elliptical providing you with a constant workout that
you completely control. The EX3 also supports Heart Rate training where you can preset the elliptical to a
target heart rate. The elliptical will then automatically adjust the speed and incline to maintain your target
heart rate.
If you have a requirement to maintain a steady heart rate during your workout, the manual or Target Heart
Rate Program is the best selection.
Regardless of your personal fitness goals and the program that you pursue, warming up and cooling down
before and after you workout will help reduce the risk of injury and improve the effectiveness of your workout.
Warming up is important to bring your body from its normal level of activity to a state where it is ready to
exercise by increasing the flow of blood to the muscle to raise the muscle temperature. This will increase
the muscle elasticity and protect the joints. The warm up period also helps to mentally prepare you for
your workout.
Warmups should be done at a low intensity level and last for at least five minutes.
Cooling down after your workout is required to gradually bring your cardiovascular system down to its
normal level.
Follow your workout with at least 10 minutes of stretching. Focus on the major muscle groups of the lower
extremity. When stretching, stretch the muscle until you feel gentle tension, hold it and wait for the tension
to relax while the muscle elongates, stretch the muscle again until you feel gentle tension.
Do not bounce when you stretch, bouncing is not an effective approach to stretching and can lead to injury.
6

7
find a certified health fitness instructor
Everyone is unique. We all have different physical characteristics, medical backgrounds, and daily patterns
that need to be considered to design the optimal workout and nutrition program. The Getting Fit section of
your Owners Manual is designed to give you a brief overview that will be beneficial in starting or modifying
your exercise program. We recommend however, that you consider using a certified fitness professional that
is trained to tailor a fitness program specifically for you.
To support this, we have partnered with the American College of Sports Medicine (ASCM). The ACSM has
certified Personal Trainers and Health Fitness Instructors that can assist you in getting started and in
maintaining the right exercise program for you.
Below is a description of the Health/Fitness Instructor Qualifications:
The ACSM Health/Fitness Instructor is a professional qualified to assess, design, and implement
individual and group exercise and fitness programs for apparently healthy individuals and individuals with
controlled disease. The Health/Fitness Instructor is skilled in evaluating health behaviors and risk factors,
conducting fitness assessments, writing appropriate exercise prescriptions, and motivating individuals to
modify negative health habits and maintain positive lifestyle behaviors for health promotion.
To find one of these professionals, just go to our web site at: www.pcefitness.com and click on the Find a
Health Fitness Instructor tab. This service can help you locate an ACSM certified professional near you.
getting fit
Cardiovascular endurance is the most important component of physical fitness. There are two types of
cardiovascular training, these are interval training and steady state training.
Interval training varies the amount of effort required to workout. The LifeSpan EX3 comes with several
programs that automatically very the amount of resistance during the course of the workout. These include
Interval, Random, Mountain, Weight Loss and 2 distance programs. All of these programs vary the amount
of effort required during the workout either through automatically adjusting the incline or the speed.
Steady state training keeps the workload constant. The Manual program on your LifeSpan elliptical allows
you to manually control the speed and incline of your elliptical providing you with a constant workout that
you completely control. The EX3 also supports Heart Rate training where you can preset the elliptical to a
target heart rate. The elliptical will then automatically adjust the speed and incline to maintain your target
heart rate.
If you have a requirement to maintain a steady heart rate during your workout, the manual or Target Heart
Rate Program is the best selection.
Regardless of your personal fitness goals and the program that you pursue, warming up and cooling down
before and after you workout will help reduce the risk of injury and improve the effectiveness of your workout.
Warming up is important to bring your body from its normal level of activity to a state where it is ready to
exercise by increasing the flow of blood to the muscle to raise the muscle temperature. This will increase
the muscle elasticity and protect the joints. The warm up period also helps to mentally prepare you for
your workout.
Warmups should be done at a low intensity level and last for at least five minutes.
Cooling down after your workout is required to gradually bring your cardiovascular system down to its
normal level.
Follow your workout with at least 10 minutes of stretching. Focus on the major muscle groups of the lower
extremity. When stretching, stretch the muscle until you feel gentle tension, hold it and wait for the tension
to relax while the muscle elongates, stretch the muscle again until you feel gentle tension.
Do not bounce when you stretch, bouncing is not an effective approach to stretching and can lead to injury.
6
98
60%
75%
85%
100%
Increased Performance Range
Aerobic Training Range
Weight Loss Training Range
Low Intensity
20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65
AGE
200200
170170
150150
120120
195195
166166
146146
117117
190190
162162
143143
114114
185185
157157
139139
111111
180180
153153
135135
108108
175175
149149
131131
105105
170170
145145
128128
102102
165165
140140
124124
9999
160160
136136
120120
9696
155155
132132
116116
9393
assembly instructions
Since your elliptical cross trainer is a heavy piece of equipment, we recommend that you use 2 people
during assembly.
a. Then replace the line drawing with the one provided, replace the Hardware and Tools at
the bottom with the ones with the line drawing and for now delete the parts list.
HARDWARE–TOOLS
The three components of a successful cardiovascular exercise program are:
• Frequency
• Intensity
• Time
In terms of frequency, you should try and exercise at least three times per week. Preferably you should try
to exercise every other day to give your body a days rest in-between workouts.
The intensity of each workout refers to how hard you feel your working and can be measured by your heart
rate. Depending on your fitness goals, exercise between 55% and 90% of your maximum heart rate. A sim-
ple way of estimating your maximum heart rate is by subtracting your age from 220. As a general rule of
thumb, if your fitness objective is to lose weight, you will want to keep your heart rate at between 60% and
75% of your maximum heart rate. If your objective is improved aerobic performance keep your heart rate
between 75% and 85% of your maximum heart rate.
To achieve benefits from your workout, your workout time should be at least 20 minutes per session. If you
are trying to lose weight focus on longer (45 - 60 minutes) less intense workouts, to improve your aerobic
performance focus on shorter more intense workouts.
As a rule of thumb when your exercising, if your having trouble completing a sentence, you are working too
hard. When exercising, you should be able to speak freely without gasping for air.