Nustep T5 User manual

NuStep®T5/T5XR
Recumbent Cross Trainer
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Introduction ...................................................................................................................4
Safety Instructions................................................................................................. 5–6
Installation and Placement ....................................................................................... 7
AC Adapter Use...........................................................................................................8
T5 Feature Overview.................................................................................................9
T5 StrideLock®............................................................................................................ 10
1-2-3-Go!..................................................................................................................11–12
Correct Riding Position & Swivel Seat Operation............................................13
Dorsi/Plantar Foot Pedal Operation.....................................................................14
Console Operation ................................................................................................... 15
Programs Overview............................................................................................16–19
Viewing and Exporting Data.......................................................................... 20–21
Data Logging ............................................................................................................. 22
User Tracking............................................................................................................. 23
Additional Features ................................................................................................. 24
Manager Mode ................................................................................................. 25–26
Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting ...............................................27
Serial Number Information .................................................................................... 28
Regulatory Label Information ............................................................................... 28
Obtaining Customer Service and Parts............................................................. 29
Warranty Information............................................................................................... 29
Technical Data........................................................................................................... 30
Replacing Batteries....................................................................................................31
Safety Notifications...........................................................................................32–33
EMC Tables .........................................................................................................34–36
US FCC Compliance & IEC/EN 55011 Compliance.....................................37
Appendix A.................................................................................................................38
Contents

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the NuStep T5 or T5XR Recumbent Cross Trainer,
the latest innovation in cardiovascular fitness equipment from NuStep, LLC.
T5 and T5XR cross trainers are suitable for physical therapy, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation,
sports medicine and general fitness purposes.
The T5 and T5XR mark a milestone in NuStep’s continuous pursuit of advancement,
customer satisfaction, and best-in-class quality. As a
customer-focused company, NuStep turned to our customers, including
health care professionals, fitness experts, and home users, for insight on what features to
include in the product. The T5 and T5XR are the end-result of this
valuable feedback.
New and improved core features of the T5 and T5XR model include:
• An advanced ergonomic design.
• A smoother stepping motion.
• A quiet electronic braking system with 15 levels of resistance, and higher accuracy.
• A larger and lower step-through area for easier transfer on and o.
• A larger, more comfortable seat that swivels 360˚ for transfer on and o from all
directions.
• A large color monitor with vivid resolution and multiple language capability.
• A wider variety of workout programs including: Quick Start, Manual, Profiles, and Pace
Partner.
• Increased weight capacity: 500 lb. (T5 model) or 600 lb. (T5XR model).
• Oversized and cushioned foot pedals (T5 and T5XR models) and dorsi/plantar flexion
operation (optional feature).
As the originator of the recumbent cross trainer, NuStep is the leader in developing total
body exercise systems that are safe, eective, and easy-to-use. Our products are used in
healthcare facilities, wellness centers, and senior living residences around the world, and
millions of NuStep users have transformed their lives through exercise – even when they
were unable to use other exercise equipment.
Thank you for your business and welcome to our ever-expanding network of NuStep
users.

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Safety Instructions
CAUTION WARNING
This is the safety alert
symbol. It is used to call
attention to instructions
concerning personal
safety. Read and obey
all safety messages
that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury
or death resulting from
misuse.
CAUTION indicates a
potentially hazardous
situation, which if not
avoided, may result
in minor or moderate
injury. It may also be
used to alert against
unsafe practices.
WARNING indicates a
potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
Do not modify this equipment without authorization of the
manufacturer.
Use this equipment only for its intended use as described in this
manual.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
Never operate this equipment if it has a damaged cord or plug.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Keep product away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot
surfaces.
Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
Do not use outdoors.
Injuries to health may result from incorrect or excessive training.
Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate.
Over exercising may result in serious injury or death. If you feel
faint stop exercising immediately.
Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other
equipment should be avoided because it could result in improper
operation.
Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals
such as antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no
closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of this product, including
cables. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this
equipment could result.

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CAUTION
See your physician before beginning
any exercise program.
Supervision is required if you have a
disability or medical condition.
Stop exercising if you feel faint or
dizzy while using this product, and
seek medical help or advice.
Use this product only as directed
by your physician if you have heart
disease, hypertension, diabetes,
respiratory disease, any other medical
problem, or if you are pregnant.
People with reduced physical, sensory
or cognitive capabilities—or lack
of experience and knowledge of
this product—may use this product,
provided they are supervised by a
person responsible for their safety.
Read this manual before using
this product and save it for future
reference.
Always wear shoes and proper
clothing when exercising.
Do not touch or hold product with
non-intact skin.
Do not operate this product if it
appears damaged or inoperable.
Examine product regularly for
damage and wear. Ensure defective
components are replaced by qualified
service technicians immediately.
Do not perform maintenance or
repairs on this product while it is
in use. Maintenance activities shall
performed by qualified service
personnel.
CAUTION
Make sure the seat position and upper
arm position are correctly set up for
you.
Do not over-extend your arm reach
while using this product.
Do not let children use this product.
Do not use this product in the
presence of children and/or pets.
Keep children under the age of 13
away from this machine.
The heart rate, watts, METs and
calories displays are not suitable for
use in applications where the health
and safety of the patient is dependent
on the accuracy of those parameters.
The maximum user weight capacity:
T5 model = 500 lbs (227 kg)
T5XR model = 600 lbs (272 kg)
Do not lift this product by yourself.
The T5/T5XR is very heavy; it weighs
298 lbs (135 kg).
To avoid injury, or damage to the
product, always get assistance to
move this product. Use proper lifting
techniques.
To avoid injury, do not insert hands in
any cover openings.
For safe operation of this product,
place on a flat, stable surface. Adjust
leveler feet as required.
This product is intended to be
connected to AC mains power through
the furnished AC adapter only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Safety Instructions

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Unpacking and Installation
Unpacking and installation procedures
for T5/T5XR shipments are documented in
the applicable T5/T5XR delivery installation
guideline documents. The installation
guideline documents are shipped with
the products. Additional copies of these
documents are avaiable upon request from
NuStep, LLC. customer service.
Placement of Equipment
To ensure safe and eective operation of your
NuStep, place on a flat, stable surface. Adjust
rear leveler feet as required.
For added stability and floor protection, place
the recumbent cross trainer on an exercise
equipment floor mat similar to the floor mat
sold by NuStep, LLC.
The minimum amount of required free space
around the equipment is 24 inches (61 cm) for
the sides, and 12 inches (30 cm) for the front
and rear. Additional free space is necessary to
accommodate wheelchair access.
Installation and Placement
75.8 in
97.0 in
12.0 in12.0 in
24.0 in
30 cm
246 cm
30 cm
193 cm
61 cm
The T5/T5XR is very heavy; it
weighs 298 lbs (135 kg).
To avoid injury, or damage to
the product, always obtain
assistance to move this
product.
Use proper lifting technique.
CAUTION
!

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The T5/T5XR is self powered and typically
does not require an external power source.
However, to ensure proper operation, the
equipment must be plugged in with the
provided AC adapter for low work rates
(approximately 60 steps per minute or less).
The AC adapter jack is located in the front of
the equipment.
For adapter specifications, please refer to the
technical data section of this manual.
AC Adapter Use

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T5 Feature Overview*
* Features vary based on model and options, T5XR model shown above..
Arm Lock Lever
Upper Arm
Armrest
Water Bottle
Holder
(not visible,
located on right
side of seat)
Seat Swivel Release Lever
Leveler Feet
Seat Recline Release Lever
Seat Slide Release Lever
Foot Pedals
Console
StrideLock
Grab Ring

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T5 StrideLock®
The NuStep StrideLock feature allows users to lock the arms and pedals of the T5. Locking the
arms and pedals stabilizes the product making it easier for users to get on and o. Locking the
arms and pedals also makes it easier to adjust the seat and upper arms. Use of the StrideLock
is recommended when putting on optional adaptive accessories such as the foot secure system
and leg stabilizer. (For information about optional accessories, please visit our website, nustep.
com.)
To use the StrideLock, please follow the below instructions.
1. Place the arms and pedals in the desired
position by pushing or pulling one of the upper
arm grips.
2. To lock the arms and pedals, push the
StrideLock button. Verify that the lock is
engaged by pushing or pulling the upper arm
grip.
3. To unlock the arms and pedals, push the
StrideLock button again.
Note: Do not attempt to lock the StrideLock while the arms and pedals are in motion.

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1-2-3-GO
• Lift the center seat recline lever.
• Adjust seat back until comfortable
and release seat recline lever.
• Up to 12° recline possible.
1. ADJUST SEAT DISTANCE
2. ADJUST SEAT BACK ANGLE
(T5XR MODEL ONLY)
• Lift the front seat release lever.
• Move seat until knee is slightly bent
when leg is almost fully extended.
Press the How to Use button on the console to see this information on the console screen.

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1-2-3-GO
• Lift blue release lever on arms to unlock arm handles.
• Adjust handles until elbow is slightly bent when arm is almost fully extended (for many
people this may be the same number as their seat position).
• Press blue release lever down to lock
into position.
3B. ADJUST ARM ROTATION
T5XR MODEL ONLY
• Lift the blue release lever to unlock the upper arm and rotate the arm (in or out).
• Each number or click represents a rotation of 10 degrees. Once set, push the blue
release lever down to lock.
3A. ADJUST HANDLE DISTANCE
Clinician View
User View

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• Lift rear swivel release lever.
• Swivel seat in either direction to help
get on and o the seat.
• The seat can swivel 360° and lock every
45°.
Swivel Seat Operation
Correct Riding Position on T5
After adjusting your T5, there should be a
slight bend in your legs and arms at nearly
full extension when exercising with your
T5.
Injuries to health may result
from incorrect or excessive
use.
Ensure the seat and arms
are set up in biomechanically
correct positions.
Do not over-extend your leg or
arm reach distance.
CAUTION
Note: For safety, the seat cannot be
slid forward or backward unless facing
forward.

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• Unlock for dorsi/plantar operation.
• Lock in any three positions to set angle.
Dorsi/Plantar Foot Pedal Operation (Optional feature for T5XR models)
22°
32° Total
10°
UNLOCKED PEDAL LIMITS
LOCKED PEDAL POSITIONS
Plantar Limit
Dorsi Limit
Neutral Position

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Console Operation
The NuStep T5 console is
easy to use. An automatic
on/o feature turns on the
console as soon as you move
the arm handles or foot pedals
and automatically shuts down
when you stop exercising for
three minutes.
The console goes directly to
the Quick Start program when
you move the arm handles
and foot pedals or press any
button.
To change the program press
the Change Program button.
A. Information center:
Displays the user's workout data and set
up screens for entering information.
B. Soft key buttons:
Select the various buttons to change
the information shown or to change the
programs.
C. Up and down arrow buttons:
Use the up and down arrows to adjust
values or workload. Press and hold the
up or down button for faster scrolling.
D. Quick Start:
Select this button to enter directly into a
workout. This will bypass any setup.
E. Reset:
When reset is selected it is a hard reset
and completely resets all information.
F. Enter:
Select Enter to input information.
G. Information:
The button is context sensitive and
explains the information on the screen.
H. Standby power indicator:
When the T5 and T5XR Recumbent Cross
Trainer equipment is plugged in and
not in use, the standby power indicator
flashes while battery is charging. When
charging is complete, the standby power
indicator remains on without flashing.
A
B
C
D
E
B
F
G
H

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Programs Overview
Quick Start
This program automatically starts just by
moving the arm handles or foot pedals. It
also bypasses entering goal information.
The user can manually change the
workload as desired by using the up and
down arrow buttons.
Manual
This program is very similar to Quick Start.
However, it requires the user to enter their
weight and goal information. The user
can also enter a goal of time, distance, or
calories.
Profiles
This program provides five profiles for
dierent levels of interval training.
Pace Partner
This program allows the user to enter a
pace partner value based on METS, watts
or steps per minute (SPM). The user then
“races” against the pace partner.

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Programs Overview
Target Heart Rate (T5XR Option Only)1
This program adjusts exercise workload to
keep the user’s heart rate within a target
heart rate (THR) range. The user enters
their THR before the workout begins.
The target heart rate range is calculated
based on the following equation: [THR =
(220 - age) * X%]. The exercise intensity
is controlled by the “X%” variable. The
“X%” lower limit is .50 and the upper limit
is .85. The target heart rate equation
and range limits are based on guidelines
of the American College of Sports
Medicine (ACSM) and the American Heart
Association (AHA). The user can adjust
the THR parameter at any time during the
workout. The warm up phase lasts until
the user gets to within ~ 10 beats of their
target beats per minute (BPM). Note: A
Polar® heart rate transmitter belt must be
worn when using this program.1
Consult physician for THR
range guidance.
CAUTION
1 Polar heart rate transmitter belt not included for this program
option.
Constant Speed (Isokinetic) (T5XR Only)
This program helps users workout at
a constant stepping speed. The user
enters the desired steps per minute (SPM)
before the workout begins. The program
adjusts the workload to keep the user’s
SPM speed at a constant rate. If the
user’s stepping speed exceeds the SPM
parameter, the workload increases. If
the user’s stepping speed falls below the
SPM parameter, the workload decreases.
The user may increase or decrease SPM
anytime during the workout. Note: at very
fast or very slow speeds, the program
does its best to keep a user at a constant
stepping speed, but there is a limit to its
capability, and pop-up messages will notify
the user at these extremes.

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Programs Overview
Constant Power (T5XR Only)
This program allows users to workout
at a constant eort. The user enters
the desired watts level or METs level
before the workout begins. This program
adjusts workload in response to the user’s
stepping speed and step length to keep
the watt or MET levels at a constant rate. If
the user’s stepping speed and force result
in watt/MET levels beyond the specified
input, workload level decreases. If the
user’s stepping speed and force result in
watt or MET levels below the specified
input, workload level increases. The user
may adjust the watts/METs parameter at
anytime during the workout. Note: there
are pop-ups that alert the user if they are
going too fast and creating more power
than the specified input or if they are going
too slow and creating less power than the
specified input.
Exercise Protocol (T5XR Only)
These exercise protocol programs are
designed to be administered in a clinical
setting. If these programs are enabled, the
protocols make incremental watt changes
every two minutes in a constant power
mode for eight stages.
• mTBRS-XT protocol is for sedentary
individuals and stroke patients.1
• TBRS-XT protocol is for individuals
aged 18-45.2
To enable these programs, they have to
be turned on in Manager Mode under the
Exercise Protocol selection.
Use of this protocol requires
medical supervision and
compliance with exercise
testing guidelines.
CAUTION
1Sandra A. Billinger, Benjamin Y. Tseng, Patricia M. Kluding , “Modi-
fied Total-Body Recumbent Stepper Exercise Test for Assessing
Peak Oxygen Consumption in People With Chronic Stroke,” Physi-
cal Therapy 88:10 (October 2008)
2Sandra A. Billinger, Janice K. Loudon, Byron J. Gajewski, “Valid-
ity Of A Total Body Recumbent Stepper Exercise Test To Assess
Cardiorespiratory Fitness,” Journal of Strength and Conditioning
Research 22:5 (September 2008)

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Programs Overview
Home Mode / Last Workout
If this feature is enabled, users are able
to select “Last Workout” from the Select
Program screen by pressing soft key two.
This allows users to select any of the last
six workouts. For any workout selected,
the workout will be identical to what was
chosen during that workout. This feature
allows a user to conveniently select a
previous workout without reentering any
data. To enable this feature, it has to be
turned on in Manager Mode under the
Home Mode selection.

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Viewing and Exporting Product and
Workout Data
From the Usage Menu in Manager Mode,
users may view cumulative product
statistics, cumulative user statistics and
the last 200 individual user workouts. The
Usage Menu can only be accessed from
the Manager Mode Menu.
To enter Manager Mode:
1. Press the How to Use soft key button.
2. Press the down arrow to the Contact
and Product heading and press Enter.
3. Once in the Contact & Product screen,
simultaneously press and hold the
second soft key button, the fourth soft
key button and Enter (as shown).
4. Select Usage Menu from the Manager
Mode Menu screen.
5. Select Cumulative Product Statistics,
Cumulative User Statistics or User
Tracking to view or export data.
Viewing and Exporting Data