LifeCore Fitness LC985VG User manual

User’s Product Manual
LifeCore LC-985VG Elliptical

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the LC-985VG Elliptical. This product has been designed and
manufactured to meet the needs and requirements of domestic use.
By Choosing your LC-985VG Elliptical, you have made a wise decision that will improve the health of
you and your family. Being fit and healthy will improve your energy level and your quality of life.
Cardiovascular training is vital for all ages and the LC-985VG provides a more effective workout,
producing better results, and will encourage you to reach your fitness goals and maintain the body
you have always wanted.
In order to make your experience with LifeCore the best it can be, please review the enclosed user’s
manual prior to assembly and first use. Be sure to keep the instructions for reference and/or
maintenance.
We also offer a complete line of fitness equipment; please take a moment to review our other
excellent products at www.lifecorefitness.com. Should you have any questions, please contact us.
Your feedback and ideas about your experience with LifeCore are also very important to us. Write to
us at:
LifeCore Fitness Inc.
2575 Pioneer Ave. Suite 101
Vista, CA 92081
We wish you lots of success and fun while training!
Purchaser’s Reference Information
Serial Number is located on the frame
Please send in the attached warranty card and a copy of the original receipt or register online
at www.lifecorefitness.com within (10) days of purchase to register your product with
LifeCore Fitness.

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Table of Contents
Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………….............
Purchaser’s Reference Information ………………………………………………………………….
Table of Contents………………………………………………………………………………………
Safety instructions and Warnings…………………………………………………………………….
Assembly Instructions.…………………………………………………………………………………
Setting Up Your Elliptical …………………………………………………………………………….
Correct Exercising Guide …………………………………………………………………………....
Console Operation Instructions ………………………………………………………………………
Calculating Target Heart Rate ……………………………………………………………………….
Error Message Guide ..……………………………………………………………………………….
Care and Maintenance ……………………………………………………………………………….
Warranty Card………………………………………………………………………………………….
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Safety Instructions & Warnings
The LC-985VG Elliptical is designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all domestic and
international safety standards. However, certain precautions need to be followed when operating any
exercise equipment.
General safety instructions:
1. It is important to consult your physician before any exercise program.
2. Pregnant women should consult with their physician before beginning any exercise program.
He/she can help determine the exercise program that is the most appropriate for your age and
physical condition.
3. If you experience dizziness, nausea, chest pains or other abnormal symptoms during exercise,
stop the exercise session immediately. Consult your physician before continuing your exercise.
4. Keep your hands and feet away from all moving parts.
5. Keep children away from the equipment. Hands and feet may get caught in the pedals or other
moving parts, which could result in serious injury.
6. Always wear proper clothing and shoes when exercising. Drink plenty of fluids when exercising.
7. Always stretch and warm up before starting any exercise program.
8. Never operate this unit if it is damaged or broken. Contact your authorized dealer for service.
9. Place your equipment on a solid, level surface when in use.
10. Place your unit in an area with enough clearance to operate the equipment.
11. Make sure all components are fastened securely at all times.
Product safety instructions:
1. Start your exercise program gradually. Exercise only for a few minutes the first day to let your
body adjust to the new exercise.
2. Slowly increase your exercise time and intensity over the first two weeks. If you increase your
intensity too rapidly, or fail to warm up properly, you can increase the risk of injury.
3. Use of this machine with worn or weakened parts, may result in injury to the user. We strongly
suggest replacing it immediately. Use only the accessory attachments recommended by the
manufacturer.
4. Keep clothing free of moving parts. Keep children and fingers away from moving parts.
5. Perform proper maintenance as recommended in this manual.
6. Save this manual for future reference.

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Assembly Instructions
Step 4:
Step 1:
Clear a big enough working space before
unpacking your LC-985VG Elliptical.
Step 2:
a) Use a sharp knife, open the carton and lay
it flat on the floor.
b) Remove all loose components.
Note: To protect the Elliptical while
assembling, we suggest keeping the protective
packing material until it is assembled
completely.
Step 3:
a) Lift the rear of the machine off the floor and
slide a polystyrene block under the rear end
of the machine.
b) With the rear end of the machine now
raised off the floor, remove the protective
polystyrene.
c) Undo 2 bolts (308) and remove the
transportation tube.
Step 4:
a) Assemble the Rear Stabilizer (003) with the
same 2 bolts (308) and 2 washers (403)
and tighten firmly.
Step 5:
a) Remove all polystyrene blocks.
b) With another person helping you, carefully
lift the Upright Tube (004) until it is vertical
while the other person joins the plugs of the
Computer Cable (703) to Motor with Cable
(701) as shown in the diagram below. Then
slide the Upright Tube into the Main frame
(001). Pay attention to the wires as to not
cut or damage them while fitting the upright
tube to the main frame.

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Step 6:
a) Loosely assemble 6 bolts (302) and
washers (401) into Main Frame (001).
Rotate the Foot Pedal Tube (011 & 012) at
least two times to correctly align the Upright
Tube (004), then firmly tighten 6 bolts.
b) Slide down the Hat Cover (111) and push
firmly.
Step 7:
a) Remove the front polystyrene and place it
under the front end of the machine to lift it
off the floor.
Step 8:
a) Assemble the Front Stabilizer 9002) with 2
bolts (308) and 2 washers (403) and tighten
firmly.
b) Remove the polystyrene block and discard.
c) Remove 2 bolts (301) from Upright Tube
(004). Align Water Bottle Holder (401) and
fasten with the same 2 bolts.
Step 9:
a) Feed both the Computer Cable (703) and
Hand Pulse Cable (733) out through the top
of the Stationary Handle Bar (013) then
slide the Stationary Handle Bar into the
Upright Tube (004).
b) Secure with 3 bolts (302) and 3 washers
(401). Before tighten make sure the
Stationary Hand Bar is correctly positioned.

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Step 10:
Slide the Adjustable Foot Pedal (115) onto the
left and right Foot Pedal Tube (011 & 012).
Secure with ADJUATBLE Foot Pedal Knob
(116) and tighten firmly.
Note: The Adjustable Foot Pedal can be
adjusted to your personal preference, but we
suggest that you start with the middle setting
number 3.
Step 11:
a) Insert the Top Pivot Cover (146) into Dual
Action Handle (007).
b) Insert the Dual Action Handle (007 & 008)
into the top of Dual Action Arm (005 & 006)
note stickers.
c) Secure with 4 bolts (306) and 4 washers
(401) and 4 nuts (200) and tighten firmly but
DO NOT over tighten.
Step 12:
a) Connect the Computer Cable (703) and
Hand Pulse Cable (733) to the Computer
(716).
b) Feed the excess cables into the hold in the
Stationary Hand Bar (013).
c) On the top of the Stationary Handle Bar
(013) is the computer plate. Position the
Computer (716) on the computer plate and
secure with 4 bolts 9310).
Step 13:
a) Connect the AC adapter (712) into the
main power socket.
b) Connect the Adapter into the Adapter
socket at the rear of the machine.
c) The Computer should now be working.
If not, then re-plug all the Computer
Cables as show in Step 5 & 12.

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Setting Up Your Elliptical
Height Adjuster Cap
Important: Clear a workout area before setting up your Elliptical. Ensure the floor is solid and level.
1) To stabilize your Elliptical, make sure the Left and Right Front Stabilizer Wheel Caps (112 & 113)
are touching the ground.
2) Determine which side of the Rear Stabilizer (3) is off the ground. To adjust the appropriate
Height Adjusted Cap with Foot (114 & 119).
3) With the side of your foot, rotate the Height Adjuster Cap with Foot in a Clockwise direction =
Down.
Footpedal Adjustment
Extra large fully Adjustable Footpedals with non-slip mat for different foot positions and workout
intensities.
1) Loosen 2 Adjustable Footpedal Knobs (116).
2) Slide the Adjustable Footpedal (115) to your desired setting using the number labels as a guide.
3) Tighten firmly both Adjustable Footpedal Knobs.

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Feet Position
The Elliptical Footpedals are extra long allowing variable foot positions depending on your
preference. The further back your feet are on the Footpedal, the greater the vertical height of the
elliptical motion and the harder the workout.
Begin with your feet in the most forward position and move your feet to the position that feels most
comfortable and best suits your capabilities.
Handlebars
The Elliptical comes with two Dual Pulse Sensors on Stationary Handlebar.
Important: Always hold the Stationary Handlebar when getting ON and OFF. First time users should
familiarize themselves with the Stationary Handlebar first, and then progress to the Dual Action
Handlebars.
Once you have familiarized yourself with using the Elliptical, you can progress to using the Dual
Action Handlebars to provide a total body workout. Hands can be positioned on the Dual Action
Handlebars at the most appropriate position for your height and arm length.

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Transportation & Storage
1) Move the front of the machine and ensure Dual Action Arms (007 & 008) are parallel with
one Foot Pedal at the top of Elliptical Disk and other at the bottom.
2) Grasp the Stationary Handlebar with both hands and pull back, tipping the machine towards
you.
3) Once balanced, wheeling the machine is made easy with the special soft PVC Tires on the
Wheels to protect your floors & carpet.
Correct Exercise Guide
Getting on Safely
Important: Care should be taken when getting ON or OFF your Elliptical. Please follow the correct
procedure below.
1) Ensure the Left Footpedal is in the lowest position.
2) Grasp the Stationary Handlebar with both hands.
3) Rotate your left foot on the Left Footpedal and get secured.
4) Lift your right foot over machine and place on right Footpedal.
5) Get balanced and begin your workout.