PaceMaster Gold XSC User manual

PaceMaster
GoldXSC
OWNER’SMANUAL
Aerobics Inc., 34 Fairfield Place West Caldwell, NJ 07006, [phone]
www.pacemaster.com
Part # GOLD XSC Rev. 11/13/2007
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5-12
Installation Requirements 5
Unpacking Your Exercise Bike 5
ToolsRequiredforAssembly 5
BoxContents 6
Hardware Package Contents 7
Assembling Your Exercise Bike 8-12
THE PACEMASTER GOLD XSC BIKE CONTROL PANEL 13
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 13-27
Gold XSC Control Panel 13
Button Functions 14
Monitoring Heart Rate 15
QuickStart 16
Manual Operation 16-17
Custom Program 17-19
Interval Program 20-21
HillClimbProgram 21-22
Target HeartRate Program 22-23
Constant Effort Program 23-24
FitnessTestProgram 25
Hear Rate Recovery Program 26
BMI Index Program 26-27
Gold XSC Exploded Parts Diagram 28
PACEMASTER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 29

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations and thank you for choosing PaceMaster – your partner in achieving your fitness goals and
mastering your well-being. PaceMaster’s advanced digital technology allows your equipment to process
information instantly, anticipating and adjusting to meet your needs. Think of it as your own personal trainer.
PaceMaster’s superior components and US design ensure we produce equipment of the highest quality while
also offering excellent value for your dollar. PaceMaster products have consistently received praise from a
wide range of nationally recognized publications.
To get the most from your PaceMaster, please read this owner’s manual carefully before starting to use this
piece of exercise equipment. The manual contains important information about the assembly, operation and
maintenance of the machine.
Please ensure you read and fully understand all safety information. DANGER, CAUTION, or
WARNING indicates important safety warnings throughout the manual. Failure to read and understand
these warnings may result in personal injury or damage to your Exercise Bike.
Tip indicates a useful suggestion when installing, assembling or using your Exercise Bike.
Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the range of functions available. This will help you work with
your PaceMaster Exercise Bike for maximum efficiency to achieve your fitness goals and master your
well-being.
We wish you an enjoyable and rewarding partnership with your PaceMaster Exercise Bike.
The PaceMaster Gold XRC Bike is designed for home use only.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions before using your Exercise Bike
CAUTION: Before starting any exercise program, contact your personal physician and have a complete physical. This is
highly recommended if you have not been on a regular exercise program within the last year, or are over 35 years of age, or are
overweight.
CAUTION: If at any time during your exercise program you find the exercise abnormally difficult or you encounter dizziness,
feel faint, experience chest pains, feel as if your heart may be skipping beats, you experience forced heavy breathing after minimal
exercise or severe pain in your legs, ankles, knees, etc. STOP EXERCISING and consult your physician.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury:
•Your PaceMaster Exercise Bike is not designed for use by children under the age of 18 without strict parental supervision.
•Close supervision is necessary when the Exercise Bike is used by or near children, disabled persons or pets.
•Use your PaceMaster Exercise Bike only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use accessories or
attachments not recommended byAerobics, Inc.
•Never operate your PaceMaster Exercise Bike if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not operating properly, if it has been
dropped or damaged or if it has been immersed in water. Should any of these occur, contact your authorized PaceMaster
retailer or service center for examination or repair.
•Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
•Never drop or insert any object into any opening on the Exercise Bike.
•Do not use outdoors.
•Always unplug your PaceMaster Exercise Bike during an electrical storm or during extended periods of non-use.
•Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
•Position the Exercise Bike with a minimum of 2 feet of clearance on all sides between the bike and any wall or obstruction.
•Do not allow anyone to reach under or be too near your PaceMaster while it is in use.
•Never allow more than one person on your PaceMaster Exercise Bike at any time.
•Never move the while it is plugged into the electrical outlet.
•Wear appropriate shoes and attire while exercising
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Requirements
Your PaceMaster should be installed indoors on a flat, level surface near a 120Volt/ Grounded outlet. You must have a minimum
of 2 feet of clearance on all sides between the bike and any wall or obstruction.
TIP: If you are installing your PaceMaster on a carpeted surface, use a equipment mat or a scrap piece of carpet underneath the
Exercise Bike to avoid soiling of the carpet. Deep pile carpet is not recommended.
Unpacking Your Exercise Bike
On the next page is a listing of all the parts included in the box. Open the box and confirm that you have received all of the parts
indicated on page 6. If you are missing parts please contact yourAuthorized PaceMaster Dealer where you purchased your piece
of equipment.
Tools Required for Assembly (included)
•Phillips head screwdriver
•13 mm Wrench
•15 mm Wrench
•4 mmAllen Wrench
•6 mmAllen Wrench
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Box Contents
ITEM# DESCRIPTION QTY
1A. Left Pedal 1
1B. Right Pedal 1
2. Contact Heart Rate sensor 1
10. Main Frame 1
43. Seat 1
59. Front base stabilizer 1
68. Rear base stabilizer 1
82. Handle bar 1
87A. Upper mast cover Front 1
87B. Upper mast cover Rear 1
88. Water Bottle Cage
89. Upper mast 1
103. Computer 1
130. Power Adapter 1
88
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Hardware Package Contents
ITEM# DESCRIPTION QTY
3. Screw M6x20 1
4. Rubber Bumper 1
6. Open Spanner & Screwdriver 1
7. M8Acorn Nut 4
8. Washer 18x9x2.0t 4
9. Bolt M8x72 4
79. Lug Wrench 1
83. Washer 13x8.5x2.0t 1
84. Spring washer M8x2.0t 1
85. Bolt M8x45 1
93. Self tapping screw ST3.0X15 4
96. Bolt 4
97. Spring washer M8x2.0t 8
98. Curve washer 20x9x2.0t 4
132. Allen wrench 80x80 1
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1. ToAttach the Front & Rear Stabilizers
Spring Washer M8х2.0t—4 PCS (97)
Washer 20х9х2.0t—4 PCS (8)
M8Acorn Nut—4 PCS (7)
Bolt M8х56
—
4 PCS
(
9
)
STEP 1A: As shown to the right, attach the
Front Stabilizer (59) to the Frame with bolt
(9), washer (8), lock washer(97), and acorn
nut (7) then tighten the nut with the included
wrench (79) or a 13mm wrench or socket.
Note: The front Stabilizer (59) has the
wheels on it,AND the wheels must be
towards the front.
STEP 1B: As shown to the right, attach the
Rear Stabilizer (68) to the Frame with bolt
(9), washer (8), lock washer (97), and acorn
nut (7) then tighten the nut with the included
wrench (79) or a 13mm wrench or socket.
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2. Install the Right & Left Pedals
Step 2A:
The pedals are stamped on the threaded end of the
axle with the letter “R” and “L” for Right and Left
respectively. Right and Left sides are determined
as you would use the recumbent bike. Install the
Right pedal (1B) on the Right crank arm using the
included wrench (79) or a 15 mm wrench. Install
the Left pedal on the Left crank arm using the
included wrench (79) or a 15 mm wrench. NOTE:
The Left pedal is reverse thread (you must turn
it counte
r
-clockwise to ti
g
hten it
)
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3. Install the Seat
Step 3A:
As shown to the right, attach the rubber bumper
(4) to the back of the seat post, using screw (3).
Step 3B:
Pull the seat adjustment pin (46) downward while
sliding the Seat (54) on to the seat post. Pull the
seat adjustment pin (46) downward to slide the
seat forward or Backward, the tighten adjustment
pin (46) to secure seat into position.
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4. Install the Computer Mast
Step 4A:
As shown to the right (inset 4A), connect wire
131 to wire 133.
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Step 4B:
As shown to the Right (fig 4), insert the mast (89)
on to the base frame. CAUTION: Do NOT
pinch wire (133) while performingthis step.
Secure the mast (89) to the base using screws
(96), lock washers (97), and curved washers
(98). Tighten all 4 screws (96) securely.
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5. Install the Handle bar, Mast Covers, & Computer
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Step 5A:
Insert handle bar (82) into the handle bar bracket
and secure using bolt (85), spring washer (84),
and flat washer (83). Position the handle bar
and tighten using theAllen Wrench (132).
Step 5B:
Remove Screw (93) from the mast, directly
beneath the center hole in the rear upper mast
cover (87B). Install the rear upper mast cover
(87B) using screw (93). Mate the front upper
mast cover (87A) with the rear upper mast cover
(87B) and secure with 4 screws (92).
Step 5C:
Remove the 4 mounting screws (100) from the
back of the Computer (103) with a Phillips head
screw driver. Connect wires (99) & (133), then
Attach the Computer (103) to the Upright (89)
with the 4 Phillips head screws (100) removed
above. DO NOT PINCH the wires when
securing the computer (103) to themast (89).
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6. Connecting the Contact Heart Rate
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Step 6A:
Plug the contact heart rate sensors (2) into the
jack on the back of the control panel (103). Clip
the 2 sensors on to the handle bar(82) (one on
the left & one on the right).
Step 6B:
Remove the 2 screws (91) from the mast (89).
Align the water bottle cage (88) with the holes
ion the mast (88), then install 2 screws (91).
7. Connecting theACAdapter
7A
Step 7A:
Plug theAC-ACAdapter (130) into the Power
Jack in the rear of the bike as shown in Figure
7Ato the right.
Step 7B:
Plug the other end of theACAdapter (130) into a
120 volt wall outlet then your Silver XSC is ready for
use.
7B
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Gold XSC Control Panel
QUICK START:
BEGIN PEDALING,
RESET:
HOLD RESET FOR 3 SECONDS
THEN PRESS START
RESET:
HOLD RESET FOR
2 SECONDS
THEN HIT QUICK START
ENTER
RESET
(PAUSE)
(QUICK)
FITNESS
TEST
HEART RATE
RECOVERY
BODY MASS
INDEX
FITNESS EVALUATORS
MANUAL CUSTOM
INTERVAL HILL CLIMB
TARGET
HRC
CONSTANT
EFFORT
PROGRAMS
Instructions of the Display:
Range Setting Default value
Time: 00:00~99:59 00:00~99:00(±1 min) 20:00
Level: 1-32 1-32 1
Speed: 0.0~99.9 - 0.0
RPM: 0~255 - 0
Distance: 0.00~99.99 0.0~99.00(±0.1) 0.00
Calories: 0~9999 0~9990(±5) 0
Watt: 20~400 20~400(±5) 20
Pulse: 30~250 30~250(±1) 0
Sex: ♀♂ ♀♂ ♀
Weight: 50~300lb 50~300lb(±1lb) 150lb
Height: 3’0”-6’6” 3’0”-6’6”(±1”) 5’9”
Age: 12~99 12-99 20
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1. Button Functions:
Button Button Function
Quick Start: Press this button and begin pedaling, the default resistance is level 1, the
default time is 20 minutes.
Manual: User can set level and weight, then set goal by time, distance, or calories.
During workout user adjusts level of intensity by pressing Up or Down KEY.
CUSTOM: Press this button to select the Custom Program. In this mode the user can
program the level of intensity for 10 segments, each segment will 1/10 of the total workout
time.
INTERVAL:Press this button to select the Interval Program, the computer will vary
resistance creating both work and rest intervals.
CONSTANT EFFORT: Press this button to select the Constant Effort Program.
You set the effort level in Watts, and the computer adjusts resistance to keep effort level
constant.
TARGET HRC:Press this button to select the Target Heart Rate program. This
program will automatically adjust resistance to keep your heart rate within the range you
set.
FITNESS TEST:Press this button to select a 12 minute fitness test, at the completion
of this test a value from F1 to F6 will be displayed (F1=least fit, F6=most fit).
BODY MASS INDEX:Press this button to start this program.
HILL CLIMB:Press this key to select this program
ENTER
(MODE) ENTER/MODE:Press to confirm a selection or entry while setting up your workout.
RESET/PAUSE:During setup press this button to go back to the previous screen or
press and hold this button for 2 seconds to reset the display. During your workout press
this button to pause your workout for up to 5 minutes.
Down/Up KEY: When setting the values, press these two buttons to
increase/decrease the values. Hold down to scroll.
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3. Computer Operation Instructions:
Power On
Plug in theACAdapter to your Gold XSC, then plug theAC adapter into a wall outlet (See step 11,
page 18). If your Gold XSC is already plugged in, press any button to turn on the display
After 5 min. of inactivity the display will enter sleep mode (shut off). To wake the display, press any
key.
Monitoring Heart Rate:
Contact Heart Rate – Your PaceMaster Gold XSC comes equipped with contact heart rate monitoring
capability through contact heart rate grips. Your Heart Rate will be shown in the Pulse display.
Wireless Heart Rate – Your PaceMaster Gold XSC equipped with a built in wireless heart rate receiver.
If you have a Polar or Cardio Sport wireless chest strap and wear it according to the instruction that
came with it while using your Gold XSC your heart rate will be displayed in the respective area on the
display. A Wireless Chest Strap is NOT included with this product.
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Quick Start: No parameters need to be set, all values will count up from 0, the default program time is 20min,
and the default resistance level is 1 (press /- key to adjust). After the program ends, all
cumulative values will be displayed in the corresponding windows.
POWERON
Begin Pedaling
Manual Operation: User can set resistance level and weight, and then set their goal by time, distance, or
calories. During the workout, you can adjust the level of intensity by pressing or .
NOTE: If you preset more than one goal (i.e. time of 30 minutes & Distance of 5 miles & 300 calories) your
workout will end as soon as any preset goal has been reached. Goals not set will count up from zero, goals set
will count down to zero.
POWERON
Begins to count down for 3 seconds and the
program starts (preset execution time for
program is 20min.)
Enter ”Manual” mode
ENTER ”SELECT LEVEL”.
Set resistance LEVEL.
ENTER
Set WEIGHT.
ENTER ”ENTER TIME”
Set workout TIME.
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ENTER ”ENTER DISTANCE”
Set DISTANCE goal or Press Enter to Skip
ENTER ”ENTER CALORIES”
Set CALORIES goal or Press Enter to Skip
ENTER ”MAX HR”
Adjust Maximum Heart Rate value.
ENTER Workout will begin after 3 second count down.
Custom Program
The Custom program allows user to set the individual level of intensity for 10 workout segments (columns).
Each segment (column) will be 1/10 of the total workout time. This program can be used immediately
and is stored for future workouts.
Use the existing Custom Program:
POWER ON Start Display
Workout will begin after 3 second count down. (default
workout time is 20 min.)
Create a New Custom Program:
POWER ON Start Display
ENTER ”SELECT LEVEL”, the first segment (column) will blink
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Set the resistance level for the first segment (column).
ENTER ”SELECT LEVEL”, the second segment (column) will blink
Set resistance for the 2nd segment (column). REPEAT THIS PROCEDURE FOR
ALL 10 SEGMENTS.
”ENTER WEIGHT”,
Set WEIGHT.
ENTER ”ENTER TIME”
Set workout TIME.
ENTER ”ENTER DISTANCE”
Set DISTANCE goal or Press Enter to Skip
ENTER ”ENTER CALORIES”
Set CALORIES goal or Press Enter to Skip
ENTER ”MAX HR”
Adjust Maximum Heart Rate value.
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ENTER Workout will begin after 3 second count down.
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Interval Program:
The interval program switches between work and recovery phases.
POWER ON Start Display
Workout will begin after 3 second count down. (default
workout time is 20 min.)
ENTER ”SELECT LEVEL”.
Set resistance LEVEL.
ENTER
Set WEIGHT.
ENTER ”ENTER TIME”
Set workout TIME.
ENTER ”ENTER DISTANCE”
Set DISTANCE goal or Press Enter to Skip
ENTER ”ENTER CALORIES”
Set CALORIES goal or Press Enter to Skip
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