Sole Fitness E55 User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR NEW ELLIPTICAL!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions 3
Important Electrical Information 4
Important Operation Instructions 5
Transport Instructions 5
Assembly Instructions 6
Elliptical Features 13
Operation of Your New Elliptical 14
Programmable Features 16
Using Heart Rate Monitor 22
General Maintenance 24
Exploded View Diagram 25
Parts List 26
ATTENTION
THIS ELLIPTICAL IS INTENDED FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY AND IS WARRANTED FOR
THE APPLICATION. ANY OTHER APPLICATION VOIDS THIS WARRANTY IN ITS ENTIRETY.
SE579SB-SE006_1404(SL)A

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock disconnect your SOLE elliptical from the
electrical outlet prior to cleaning and/or service work.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, install
the elliptical on a flat level surface with access to a 220-volt, 15-amp grounded outlet with
only the elliptical plugged into the circuit.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD UNLESS IT IS A 14AWG OR BETTER, WITH
ONLY ONE OUTLET ON THE END: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISABLE THE
GROUNDED PLUG BY USING IMPROPER ADAPTERS, OR IN ANY WAY MODIFY
THE CORD SET.
A serious shock or fire hazard may result along with computer malfunctions. See Grounding Instructions,
page 4.
Do not operate elliptical on deeply padded, plush or shag carpet. Damage to both
carpet and elliptical may result.
Keep children away from the elliptical. There are obvious pinch points and other
caution areas that can cause harm.
Keep hands away from all moving parts.
Never operate the elliptical if it has a damaged cord or plug. If the elliptical is not
working properly, call your dealer.
Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered. Sparks from the motor may ignite a highly gaseous environment.
Never drop or insert any object into any openings.
Do not use outdoors.
To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position and then remove the plug from the
outlet.
Do not attempt to use your elliptical for any purpose other than for the purpose it is
intended.
The hand pulse sensors are not medical devices. Various factors, including the user’s
movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The pulse sensors are
intended only as exercise aids in determining heart rate trends in general.
Wear proper shoes. High heels, dress shoes, sandals or bare feet are not suitable for
use on your elliptical. Quality athletic shoes are recommended to avoid leg fatigue.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - THINK SAFETY!

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IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
NEVER remove any cover without first disconnecting AC power.
If voltage varies by ten percent (10%) or more, the performance of your elliptical may be
affected. Such conditions are not covered under your warranty. If you suspect the
voltage is low, contact your local power company or a licensed electrician for proper testing.
NEVER expose this elliptical to rain or moisture. This product is NOT designed for use
outdoors, near a pool or spa, or in any other high humidity environment. The operating
temperature specification is 40 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, and humidity is 95%
non-condensing (no water drops forming on surfaces).
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If the elliptical should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current, reducing the risk of electric
shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a
risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman 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 the outlet; have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
This product is for use on a nominal 220-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like
the plug illustrated below. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated below
may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown below if a properly
grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly
grounded outlet, (shown below) can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored
rigid ear-lug, or the like, extending from the adapter, must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must
be held in place by a metal screw.

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IMPORTANT OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
NEVER operate this elliptical without reading and completely understanding the results
of any operational change you request from the computer.
Understand that changes in resistance and incline do not occur immediately. Set your
desired resistance level on the computer console and release the adjustment key.
The computer will obey the command gradually.
NEVER use your elliptical during an electrical storm. Surges may occur in your
household power supply that could damage elliptical components. Unplug the elliptical
during an electrical storm as a precaution.
Use caution while participating in other activities while using your elliptical; such as
watching television, reading, etc. These distractions may cause you to lose balance;
which may result in serious injury.
Always hold on to a handle bar while making control changes (incline, level, etc.).
Do not use excessive pressure on console control keys. They are precision set to
function properly with little finger pressure. If you feel the buttons are not functioning
properly with normal pressure contact your SOLE dealer.
POWER CONNECTOR - FRONT, LEFT SIDE OF UNIT
TRANSPORT INSTRUCTIONS
The elliptical is equippped with two transport wheels which are engaged when the rear of the
elliptical is lifted.

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ASSEMBLY PACK CHECKLIST
1
HARDWARE STEP 1
#142
. Ø10 × Ø19 × 1.5T_
Flat Washer Flat Washer
(2 pcs)
#157
. Ø8 × 20 × 1.5T_
Flat Washer Flat W
asher
(4 pcs)
#156. Ø10 × Ø23 × 2T_
Curved Washer (2 pcs)
#155
. Ø10 × 2T_
Spring Washer (1 pc)
#117.
M5 × P0.8 ×
10L_ Phillips Head
Screw
(4 pcs)
#134
. 3/8" × UNC16 ×
7T_Nyloc Nut (2 pcs)
#158
. Ø8 ×
1.5T_Spring Washer
(4 pcs)
#151
. Ø8 × 0.8T_Star
Washer (4 pcs)
#106
. 3/8" × UNC16 ×
3/4"_Hex Head Bolt
(2 pcs)
#108
. 5/16" × UNC18 × 2-1/4"_
Hex Head Bolt (4 pcs)
#107. 3/8" × UNC16 × 1-1/2"_
Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs)
#101
. 3/8" × UNC16 ×
2-1/4"_Hex Head Bolt (1 pc)

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2
HARDWARE STEP 2
3
HARDWARE STEP 3
4
HARDWARE STEP 4
#100
. 5/16" × UNC18 × 15L_
Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs)
#126
. Ø3.5 × 12L_
Sheet Metal Screw (6 pcs)
#145
. Ø8 × Ø23 × 1.5T_
Flat Washer (2 pcs)
#153
. Ø17 × 0.3T_
Wave Washer (4 pcs)
#185.
Switch Wire Cap
(2 pcs)
#109
. 5/16" × UNC18 ×
1-1/4"_Hex Head Bolt (2
pcs)
#137. 5/16" × UNC18 ×
7T_Nyloc Nut (2 pcs)
#157
. Ø8 × 20 × 1.5T_
Flat Washer (2 pcs)
#115. M5 × P0.8 × 15L_
Phillips Head Screw
(23 pcs)
#125
. M6 × P1.0 × 10L_
Phillips Head Screw
(4 pcs)
#126
. Ø3.5 × 12L_Sheet
Metal Screw (4 pcs)

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ASSEMBLY TOOLS
#159. 13/14mm Wrench
(160mm)
#161. Phillips Head Screwdriver
#160. Short Phillips Head Screwdriver
#162. 12/14mm Wrench (160mm
ASSEMB
L
Y
INSTRU
C
TIONS
PRE -ASSEMBLY
1. Using a razor knife (Box Cutter) cut the outside, bottom, edge of
box along the dotted Line. Lift Box over the unit and unpack.
2. Carefully remove all parts from carton and inspect for any
damage or missing parts. If damaged parts are found, or parts
are missing, contact your dealer immediately.
3.
for each step as needed to avoid confusion. The numbers in the
instructions that are in parenthesis (#) are the item number from
the assembly drawing for reference.

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2
INCLINE BASE & MAST ASSEMBLY
See Page 9 for Illustration
1. Connect the Rail Base Assembly (2) with the Rear Stabilizer of the
Main Frame (1) using two Hex Head Bolts (107), two Flat Washers
(142), two Nyloc Nuts (134) and four Hex Head Bolts (108) with
four Flat Washers (157), four Spring Washers (158) and four Star
Washer (151). Tighten with the wrenches pro- vided (159 & 162).
2. Connect the connecting wires for the incline motor (48 & 49), by
matching the color codes of red, white and black.
3. Guide the Computer Cable (50) through the Console Mast Cover
(72) and Console Mast (12), which also goes through Console
Mast Cover (72). Pull the connector out of Console Mast (12) and
insert into the U-Base on the main- frame and secure with the Hex
Head Bolt (101) and Split Washer (155)that
are on the U-Base and two Hex Head Bolts (106) and two
Curved Washers (156). Use the Wrench (159) to secure the
Console Mast (12) to the U-Base. Then slide the Console Mast
Cover (72) down.
4. Plug in the Computer Cable (50), two Handpulse Cables (34 & 35),
Upper Resistance Handle Cable (39), and Upper Incline Handle
Cable (40) on the bottom of Console Assembly (45) and secure
the Console Assembly (45) on the console holding plate with four
Phillips Head Screws (117) by tightening them with Phillips Head
Screw Driver (161).
HANDLE BAR ASSEMBLY
See Page10 for Illustration
1. Slide on two Wave Washers (153) and the corresponding Swing
Arm (10-L) and (11-R) to each side of Console Mast shaft and
secure with two Hex Head Bolts (100) and two Flat Washers (145)
using the Wrench (162).
2. Connect the Upper Handle Resistance Cable (39) and Upper
Handle Incline Cable (40) with the Lower Resistance/Incline
Cables (198). Push the excessive wire into the Console Mast (12)
and plug the Switch Wire Cap (185) into each side of the Console
Mast (12).
3. Match the Front Handle Bar Cover (83-L) with Rear Handle Bar
Cover (84-L) on the left Swing Arm (10) and secure with three
Sheet Metal Screws (126) using the Phillips Head Screw Driver
(161). Repeat on the Right Swing Arm (11) with the Front Handle
Bar Cover (86-L), Rear Handle Bar Cover (85-R) and three Sheet
Metal Screws (126).
HARDWARE STEP 1
#101. 3/8" × UNC16
× 2-1/4"_Hex Head
Bolt (1 pcs)
#106. 3/8" × UNC16 ×
3/4"_Hex Head Bolt (2
pcs)
#107. 3/8" × UNC16
× 1-1/2"_Hex Head
Bolt (2 pcs)
#108. 5/16" × UNC18 ×
2-1/4"_Hex Head Bolt (4
pcs)
#117 M5 × P0.8 ×
10L_Phillips Head Screw
(4 pcs)
#134. 3/8" × UNC16 ×
7T_Nyloc Nut (2 pcs)
#142. Ø10 × Ø19 ×
1.5T_Flat Washer (2 pcs)
#151. Ø8 × 0.8T_Star
Washer (4 pcs)
#155. Ø10 × 2T_Spring
Washer (1 pc)
#156. Ø10 × Ø23 ×
2T_Curved Washer (2
pcs)
#157. Ø8 × Ø20 ×
1.5T_Flat Washer (4 pcs)
#158. Ø8 × 1.5T_Spring
Washer (4 pcs)
HARDWARE STEP 2
#100. 5/16" × UNC18 ×
15L_Hex Head Bolt
(2 pcs)
#126. Ø3.5 × 12L_Sheet
Metal Screw (6 pcs)
#145. Ø8 × Ø23 ×
1.5T_Flat Washer (2 pcs)
#153. Ø17 × 0.3T_Wave
Washer (4 pcs)
#185. Switch Wire Cap
(2 pcs)

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1
ASSEMBLY STEP 1
2
ASSEMBLY STEP 2
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CONNECTING ARM ASSEMBLY
See Page 11 for Illustration
1. Untie the wire on the Rod End Bearing and connect the Left
Swing Arm (10) with Left Connecting Arm (8) and secure
with an Hex Head Bolt (109), Rod End Sleeve (19), Flat
Washer (157) and Nyloc Nut (137) by using the Wrench- es
provided (159 & 162). Repeat for Right Connecting Arm (9)
and Right Swing Arm (11).
PLASTIC PARTS
See Page 11 for Illustration
Use either screw driver (160 or 161) to secure the following
plastic parts.
1. Match the Connecting Arm Covers (88-R) with (87-L)on the
Left xConnecting Arm (8) and secure with two Phillips Head
Screws (115) and one Sheet Metal Screw (126). Repeat for
the Right Connecting Arm (9).
2. Install Slide Wheel Covers (82) above each slide wheel, and
secure with four Phillips Head Screws (115).
3. Use two Phillips Head Screws (115) to secure the Middle
Stabilizer Covers (93-L & 94-R) to the middle stabilizer.
4. Use two Phillips Head Screws (115) to secure the Front
Stabilizer Cover (79)on the front stabilizer.
5. Install the Cover Holders (21), with the hole facing backward,
and secure them on the Rear Rail Assembly with four Phillips
Head Screws (125). Then use two Phillips Head Screws (115)
to secure Inclinable Rail Cover (91) on the rail base with Phillips
Head Screw Driver (161).
6. Secure Rear Bar Cover (92) on the rear stabilizer and the Cover
Holders (21)with four Phillips Head Screws (115).
7. Set the incline level between 3 and 8. Then install the Incline
Bottom Cover (89) on the Rail Base Assembly (2) with two
Phillips Head Screws (115).
8. Secure Front Console Cover (95) on the mast and then match
with Rear Console Cover (96). Secure covers with three Phillips
Head Screws (115) and two Sheet Metal Screws (126).
#109
.
5/16" × UNC18 ×
1-1/4"_Hex Head Bolt
(2 pcs)
#137. 5/16" × UNC18 ×
7T_Nyloc Nut (2 pcs)
#157. Ø8 × Ø20 ×
1.5T_Flat Washer
(2 pcs)
HARDWARE STEP 3
#115
. M5 × P0.8 ×
15L_Phillips Head Screw
(23 pcs)
#125. M6 × P1.0 ×
10L_Phillips Head Screw
(4 pcs)
#126. Ø3.5 × 12L_Sheet
Metal Screw (4 pcs)
HARDWARE STEP 4

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3
ASSEMBLY STEP 3
4
ASSEMBLY STEP 4

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ELLIPTICAL FEATURES
INCLINE ADJUSTMENT
The has an incline feature that will further increase the variety of your workouts. When
the incline is at its lowest position you get a normal elliptical workout. As the incline
increases you will feel your knees rise higher with each step; which means you are
involving more muscle fibers, due to the increased range of motion.
The has a computer controlled power incline. The power incline is controlled by
buttons on the console and swing arms and will automatically adjust via the incline
motor during the built-in workout program.

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OPERATION OF YOUR ELLIPTICAL
GETTING FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTROL PANEL
CONSOLE
POWER UP
When power is connected to the elliptical the console will automatically power up. These
models are connected directly to 230 VAC and there is a power switch located where the line
cord plugs into the unit on the left side near the front (See page 4 for location).
When it is first powered on, the console will perform an internal self-test. During this time all
the lights will turn on, the Message Window display will show a software version (i.e.: VER
1.0), and the Distance Window will display an odometer reading. The odometer shows how
many virtual kilometer the elliptical has gone. The Time Window shows how many total hours
the elliptical has been used.
The odometer and time will remain displayed for only a few seconds then the console will go to
the startup display. The dot matrix display will be scrolling through the different workout
profiles and the Message Window will be scrolling the start up message. You may now begin
to use the console.
COOLING FAN
SPEAKER
DATA WINDOWS
(Pulse, Time, Distance,
Calories)
MESSAGE WINDOW
(Program Name, RPM,
Watts,Laps, & Incline)
FAN POWER SWITCH
HEADPHONE JACK
DOT MATRIX DISPLAY
(Program Profiles)
PROGRAM BUTTONS
(Manual, Hill, Fat Burn,
Strength, Interval,
2 User, 2HR)
DISPLAY VIEW
CONTROL KEYS
AUDIO IN JACK
(MP3, CD, OR
SMARTPHONE)

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CONSOLE OPERATION
QUICK START
This is the quickest way to start a workout. After the console powers up
you just press the Start key to begin, this will initiate the Quick Start
mode. In Quick Start, the time will count up from zero. The resistance
level and incline can be adjusted manually by pressing the Incline or
Level ▲ / ▼ buttons. The dot matrix display will be showing a track with
a blinking dot indicating your progress as it travels around the track.
BASIC INFORMATION
The Message Window will initially display Laps completed. Each time
the Display button is pressed the next set of information will appear. The order of information
displayed will be: Speed (in KPH), RPM (Revolutions per minute), Level, Watts, Segment Time
and Data Scan mode. In Data Scan mode, the displayed information will change every 4 seconds
in the Message Window.
The Elliptical has a built in heart rate monitoring system. Simply grasping the Contact Heart Rate
Sensors on the stationary handle bars or wearing the chest strap transmitter will start the heart
(see Heart Rate Programs) Icon blinking (this may take a few seconds). The Pulse Window will
display your heart rate in beats per minute and the HR bar graph will show your current % in
relation to projected heart rate maximum. The chest strap is a more accurate and reliable method
of heart rate reading. The hand pulse sensors are subject to false readings depending on user
physiology and workout habits including how one grips the sensors or how sweaty their hands
are.
The Stop button actually has several functions.
Pressing the Stop key once during a program will Pause the program
for 5 minutes. If you need to get a drink, answer
the phone or any of the many things that could interrupt your workout,
this is a great feature. To resume your orkout during Pause just press
the Start key. If the Stop button is pressed twice during a workout the
program will end and a Workout Summary is displayed.
If the Stop key is held down for 3 seconds the console will perform a complete Reset. During data
entry for a program the Stop key performs a Previous Screen function. This allows you to go
back one step in the programming each time you press the Stop key.
There is an Audio In Jack ( ) on the front of the console and built-in speakers. You may plug
any low-level audio source signal into this port. Audio sources include MP3, iPod, portable radio,
CD player or even a TV or computer audio signal. There is also a Headphone Jack ( )for
private listening.
PROGRAMMING THE CONSOLE
Each of the programs can be customized with your personal information and changed to suit your
needs. Some of the information asked for is necessary to ensure the readouts are correct. You will
be asked for your Age and Weight. Entering your Age is necessary during the Heart Rate control
program to ensure the correct settings are entered in the program; entering your Weight aides in
calculating a more correct Calorie reading. Although we cannot provide an exact calorie count we
do want to be as close as possible.

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A message about Calories: Calorie readings on every piece of exercise equipment, whether it is
in a gym or at home, are not accurate and tend to vary widely. They are meant only as a guide to
monitor your progress from workout to workout. The only way to measure your calorie burn
accurately as in a clinical setting connected to a host of machines. This is because every person
is different and burns calories at a different rate.
ENTERING A PROGRAM AND CHANGING SETTINGS
Press each program button to scroll through the program selections. The profile for each program
will be displayed in the dot matrix window. Both models will show the incline profile also when the
Display key is pressed. Press the Enter key to select a program and begin customizing the
settings. If you want to workout without entering new settings, then just press the Start key. This
will bypass the programming of data and take you directly to the start of your workout. If you want
to change the personal settings, then just follow the instructions in the Message Window. If you
start a program without changing the settings, the default settings will be used.
Note: Age and Weight default settings will change when you enter a new number. So the last Age and
Weight entered will be saved as the new default settings. If you enter Age and Weight the first time you use
the elliptical you will not have to enter it every time you work out unless either Age or Weight has changed
or someone else entersa different Age and Weight.
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
MANUAL PROGRAM
The Manual program works as the name implies, manually. This
means that you control the workload yourself and not the computer.
1. Press the Manual program button then press the Enter key.
2. The Message Window will ask you to enter your Age. You may
adjust the age setting using the Incline or Level ▲ / ▼ keys, then
press the Enter key to accept the new number and proceed on
to the next screen.
3. You are now asked to enter your Weight. You may adjust your
weight setting using the Incline or Level ▲ / ▼ keys, then press
Enter to continue.
4. Next is the Time. You may adjust the length of Time by pressing
the Incline or Level ▲ / ▼ keys, then press Enter to continue.
5. Now you are finished editing the settings and can begin your
workout by pressing the Start key. You can also go back and
modify your settings by pressing the Stop key to go back one
level of the programming screen.
6. Once the program starts the elliptical will be set to level one. This
is the easiest level and it is a good idea to stay at level one for a
while to warm up. If you want to increase the work load at any
time press the Level ▲ key; the Level ▼ key will decrease the
workload.
7. During the Manual program you will be able to scroll through the data in the Message
Window by pressing the Display key.
8. When the program ends the Message Window will show a summary of your workout.
The summary will be displayed for a short time then the console will return to the
startup display.

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PRESET PROGRAMS
The Elliptical has five different programs that have been designed for a variety of workouts. These
five programs have factory preset work level profiles for achieving different goals.
Hill
The Hill program simulates going up and down a hill. The resistance in the pedals will steadily
increase and then decrease during the program.
WORK INCLINE
Fat Burn
The Fat Burn program is designed, as the name implies, to maximize the burning of fat. There are
many schools of thought on the best way to burn fat but most experts agree that a lower exertion
level that stays at a steady workload is the best. The absolute best way to burn fat is to keep your
heart rate at around 60% to 70% of its maximum potential. This program does not use heart rate but
simulates a lower, steady exertion workout.
WORK INCLINE
Cardio
The Cardio program is designed to increase your cardiovascular function and endurance. This is
exercise for your heart and lungs. It will build up your heart muscle and increase blood flow and lung
capacity. This is achieved by incorporating a higher level of exertion with slight fluctuations in work.
WORK INCLINE
Strength
The Strength program is designed to increase muscular strength in your lower body. This program
will steadily increase in resistance to a high level and forces you to sustain it. This is designed to
strengthen and tone your legs and glutes (muscles of the butt).
WORK INCLINE
Interval
The Interval program takes you through high levels of intensity followed by periods of low intensity.
This program increases your endurance by depleting your oxygen level followed by periods of
recovery to replenish oxygen. Your cardiovascular system gets programmed to use oxygen more
efficiently this way. This program also forces your body to become more efficient due to spikes in
heart rate, between recovery periods. This aids in heart rate recovery from intense activities.
WORK INCLINE

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PROGRAMMING PRESET BUTTONS
1. Press the desired program button then press the Enter key.
2. The Message Window will ask you to enter your Age. You may
adjust the age setting, using the Incline or Level ▲ / ▼ keys, then
press the Enter key to accept the new number and proceed on to the
next screen.
3. You are now asked to enter your Weight. You may adjust the weight
number using the Incline or Level ▲ / ▼ keys then press Enter to
continue.
4. Next is Time. You may adjust the Time and press Enter to continue.
5. Now you are asked to adjust the Max Level. This is the peak exertion level you will
experience during the program (the highest colored segment/box of the program profile).
Adjust the level and then press Enter.
6. You can now choose to turn on the incline profile for this program. If you choose to turn off
incline, you can still control the incline manually during your workout, but the automated
incline changes will be off. Press the Enter key when you are finished selecting.
7. Now you are finished editing the settings and can begin your workout by pressing the Start
key. You can also go back and modify your settings by pressing the Stop key to go back
one level, or screen.
8. If you want to increase or decrease the resistance or incline at any time during the program
press the Incline or Level ▲ / ▼ keys.
9. During the program you will be able to scroll through the data in the Message Window by
pressing the Display key.
10. When the program ends the Message Window will show a summary of your workout. The
summary will be displayed for a short time then the console will return to the start-up
display.
CUSTOM USER DEFINED PROGRAMS
The customizable User programs allow you to build and save your own workout. You can build
your own custom program by following the instructions below.
1. Select the User program (U1 or U2) then press Enter. If you have already saved a
program to either U1 or U2, it will be displayed and you are ready to begin. If not, you will
have the option of inputing a username. In the Message Window, the letter “A” will be
blinking. Use the ▲ / ▼ Incline or Level buttons to select the appropriate first letter of your
name (pressing the Level ▲ / ▼ button will switch to the letter “B”; pressing the Down
button will switch to letter “Z”). Press Enter when the desired letter is displayed. Repeat
this process until all of the characters of your name have been programmed (maximum 7
characters). When finished press Stop.
2. If there is a program already stored in User when you press the key, you will have an
option to run the program as it is or delete the program and build a new one. At the
welcome message screen, when pressing Start or Enter you will be prompted: Run
Program? Use the Level ▲ / ▼ to select Yes or No. If you select No, you will then be asked
if you want to delete the currently saved program. It is necessary to delete the current
program if you want to build a new one.
3. The Message Window will ask you to enter your Age. You may enter your age using the
Incline or Level ▲ / ▼ keys, then press the Enter key to accept the new number and
proceed on to the next screen.
4. You are now asked to enter your Weight. You may adjust the weight number using the
Incline or Level ▲ / ▼ keys, then press Enter to continue.
5. Next is Time. You may adjust the Time using the Incline or Level ▲ / ▼ keys and press
Enter to continue.
6. Now the first column will be blinking and you are asked to adjust the level for the first
segment
of the workout. When you finish adjusting the first segment, or if you don’t want

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to change, then press Enter to continue to the next segment. The next segment will show
the same level as the previously adjusted segment. Repeat the same process as the last
segment then press Enter. Continue this process until all twenty segments have been set.
7. Now the first column will be blinking again and you are asked to adjust the Incline level for
the first segment of the workout. Follow the same procedure for building the Incline profile
as you did for the resistance profile.
8. The Message Window will then tell you to start to begin (and save the program) or Enter
to modify the program. Pressing Stop will exit to the start up screen.
9. If you want to increase or decrease the workload at any time during the program press the
Incline or Level ▲ / ▼ key. This will only affect the Incline or Level for the present column
in the profile. When the profile changes to the next column it will return to the preset work
level.
10. During the User 1 or User 2 program you will be able to scroll through the data in the
Message Window by pressing the Display key.
11. When the program ends the Message Window will show a summary of your workout. The
summary will be displayed for a short time then the console will return to the start-up
display.

20
HEART RATE PROGRAMS
Before we get started, a word about Heart Rate:
The old motto, “no pain, no gain”, is a myth that has been overpowered by the benefits of
exercising comfortably. A great deal of this success has been promoted by the use of heart
rate monitors. With the proper use of a heart rate monitor, many people find that their usual
choice of exercise intensity was either too high or too low and exercise is much more
enjoyable by maintaining their heart rate in the desired benefit range.
To determine the benefit range in which you wish to train, you must first determine your
Maximum Heart Rate. This can be accomplished by using the following formula: 220 minus
your age. This will give you the Maximum Heart Rate (MHR)for someone of your age. To
determine the effective heart rate range for specific goals you simply calculate a percentage
your MHR. Your Heart rate training zone is 50% to 90% of your maximum heart rate. 60% of
your MHR is the zone that burns fat while 80% is for strengthening the cardio vascular
system. This 60% to
80% is the zone to stay in for maximum benefit.
For someone who is 40 years old their target
heart rate zone is calculated:
220 – 40 = 180 (maximum heart rate)
180 x .6 = 108 beats per minute
(60% of maximum)
180 X .8 = 144 beats per minute
(80% of maximum)
So for a 40 year old the training zone would be
108 to 144 beats per minute.
If you enter your age during programming the console will perform this calculation
automatically. Entering your age is used for the Heart Rate programs. After calculating your
MHR you can decide upon which goal you would like to pursue.
The two most popular reasons for, or goals, of exercise are cardiovascular fitness (training for
the heart and lungs) and weight control. The black columns on the chart above represent the
MHR for a person whose age is listed at the bottom of each column. The training heart rate,
for either cardiovascular fitness or weight loss, is represented by two different lines that cut
diagonally through the chart. A definition of the lines’ goal is in the bottom left-hand corner of
the chart. If your goal is cardiovascular fitness or if it is weight loss, it can be achieved by
training at 80% or 60%, respectively, of your MHR on a schedule approved by your physician.
Consult your physician before participating in any exercise program.