Spirit XE295 User manual

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING YOUR NEW ELLIPTICAL!
Z100 / Z300 Z500 Z700
OWNER’S MANUAL
XE 1 5
Elliptical
XE 2 5
Elliptical

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Product Registration…………………………………………………………………………. .2
Important Safety Instructions…………………………………………………………………3
Important Electrical Information………………………………………………………………4
Important Operation Instructions……………………………………………………………..4
Assem ly Instructions………………………………………………………………………….5
Features……………………………………………………………………………………….. 17
Operation of Your New Elliptical……………………………………………………………..18
Maintenance……………………………………………………………………………………29
Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty…………………………………………………………….30
ATTENTION- THIS ELLIPTICAL IS INTENDED FOR RESIDENTIAL USE
ONLY AND IS WARRANTED FOR THAT APPLICATION. ANY OTHER
APPLICATION VOIDS THIS WARRANTY IN ITS ENTIRETY.
Table of Contents

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Thank you for your purchase of this quality elliptical trainer from Spirit Manufacturing, Inc.
Your new elliptical was manufactured y one of the leading fitness manufacturers in the
world and is acked y one of the most comprehensive warranties availa le. Through
your dealer, Spirit will do all we can to make your ownership experience as pleasant as
possi le for many years to come. The local dealership where you purchased this
elliptical is your administrator for all Spirit warranty and service needs. Their
responsi ility is to provide you with the technical knowledge and service personnel to
make your experience more informed and any difficulties easier to remedy.
Please take a moment at this time to record the name of the dealer, their telephone
num er, and the date of purchase elow to make any future, needed contact easy. We
appreciate your support and we will always remem er that you are the reason that we
are in usiness. Please complete and mail your registration card today and enjoy your
new elliptical.
Yours in Health,
Spirit Manufacturing, Inc.
Name of Dealer______________________________________
Telephone Number of Dealer___________________________
Purchase Date_______________________________________
RECORD YOUR SERIAL NU BER
Please record the Serial Num er of this fitness product in the space provided elow. The serial
num er is located on the console mast frame under the console mast cover, which needs to e
removed to gain access.
Serial Number_______________________________________
REGISTER YOUR PURCHASE
The self-addressed product registration card must e completed in full and returned to
Spirit Manufacturing, Inc or visit: www.spiritfitness.com/warranty.asp to register online.
Ver.A
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR
NEW ELLIPTICAL AND WELCOME
TO THE SPIRIT FAMILY!
Product Registration

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WARNING - Read all instructions before using this appliance.
■ Do not operate elliptical on deeply padded, plush or shag carpet. Damage to oth
carpet and elliptical may result.
■ Keep children away from the elliptical . There are o vious 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 eing used or where oxygen is
eing administered. Sparks from the motor may ignite a highly gaseous environment.
■ Never drop or insert any o ject into any openings.
■ Do not use outdoors.
■ To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, 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 are feet are not suita le
for use on your elliptical . Quality athletic shoes are recommended to avoid leg fatigue.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - THINK SAFETY!
Important Safety Instructions

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WARNING!
● NEVER remove any cover without first disconnecting AC power supply.
● If A.C. voltage varies y ten percent (10%) or more, the performance of your elliptical may
e 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. Maximum
environmental ratings are 40-120 degrees Fahrenheit, 95% humidity non-condensing (no water
droplets forming on surfaces).
● 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 do not occur immediately. Set your desired level on
the computer console and release the adjustment key. The computer will o ey the
command gradually.
● NEVER use your elliptical during an electrical storm. Surges may occur in your household
power supply that could damage elliptical components.
● Use caution while participating in other activities while using your elliptical such as watching
television, reading, etc. These distractions may cause you to lose alance and may result in
serious injury.
● Always hold on to a handrail or hand ar while making control changes.
Your new elliptical is engineered and manufactured to the strictest industry standards and
tolerances. An inherent pro lem with elliptical trainers, which affects all manufacturers of these
products, is the multitude of moving linkages and parts. Even with the tightest mechanical
tolerances there still could e a slight amount of play etween some parts. This inherent play can
result in slight noises during use such as clicks and small thumps. Please expect that the elliptical
will not e completely silent.
Important Electrical Information
Important Operation Instructions
Things To Know

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Assembly Pack Check List XE1 5
#66. M5 x 10mm
Phillips Head Screw (4pcs)
#103. 3/8" x 3/4"
Hex Head Bolt (2pcs) #60. 3/8" x 2-1/4"
Hex Head Bolt (1pc)
#96. 3/8" x 2T
Split Washer (1pc)
#84. 3/8" x 23 x 1.5T
Curved Washer (2pcs)
#79.5/16"x23mm
Flat Washer (2pcs)
#59. 5/16"x15m/m
Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs)
#83. ψ17mm
Wave Washer (2 pcs)
#104. 5/16” x 1-1/4”
Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs)
#80. 5/16" x 20mm
Flat Washer (2 pcs)
#71. 5/16" x 7T
Nylon Nut (2 pcs)
Step 3
Step 2
Step 1

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#87. ψ3.5x12m/m
Sheet Metal Screw (10pcs)
#105.M5 x 15m/m
Phillips Head Screw (17pcs)
#108. Phillips Head Screw Driver (1 pc) #107. Short Phillips Head Screw Driver (1 pc)
#109. 12m/m Wrench (1pc)
#106. 13/14m/m Wrench (1pc)
Tools
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STEP 1: CONSOLE AST ASSE BLY
1. Locate the Console Mast (12) and Console Mast Cover (41) and slide the Cover onto the
mast as far as it will go. Make sure the Console Mast Cover is facing the correct way.
2. Unravel and straighten out the Computer Ca le (31) and feed it into the ottom of the console
mast tu e and out of the top opening.
3. Install the Console Mast into the receiving racket in the top of the Main Frame. NOTE: there
is one olt already installed in the receiving racket that will engage with the slot at the ottom
of the Console Mast. This needs to e tightened at the end along with the three other console
mast olts. Do not pinch the wire harness during this step.
4. Put one 3/8" x 2T Split Washer (96) onto the 3/8" x 2-1/4" Long Hex Head Bolt (60), and the
two 3/8" x 23mm Curved Washers (84) onto the two 3/8" x 3/4" Short Hex Head Bolts (103).
Install the Long Hex Head Bolt (60) through the left side of the receiving racket into the
Console Mast and the short olts (103) through the front.
Assembly Instructions XE1 5

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5. With the 13/14mm Wrench tighten the three olts, and the fourth olt which is pre-installed,
firmly. These olts should e tightened as much as you possi ly can.
6. There will e three electrical wire connectors at the top opening of the console mast, two 2 pin
connectors for hand pulse sensors (36), one 10 pin connector for main wire harness (31) and
one connector for the handle ar resistance switches (145). Connect these to the mating
connectors on the ack of the electronic Console (30). The connectors are keyed, you cannot
plug them in the wrong way so do not force them. The two, 2 pin connectors can e plugged
into either connector on the ack of the console.
7. Storing the excess wire ack into the Console Mast, carefully install the Console onto the
mounting plate of Console Mast and secure using the four M5 x 10mm Phillips Head Screws
(66). ake sure the wires do not get pinched between the console and mounting plate.
STEP 2: HANDLE BAR ASSE BLY
1. Install the two 17mm Wave Washers (83) onto the Left and Right side of the Handle Bar axle.
2. Slide the Left (10) and Right (11) Handle Bars onto the appropriate side of the axle. The
handle ars have a small sticker on them indicating L (left) and R (right).
3. Put the two 5/16" x 23mm Flat Washers (79) onto the two 5/16" x 15mm Hex Head Bolts (59)
and install in the threaded holes in the ends of the axle.

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STEP 3: CONNECTING AR ASSE BLY
1. Align the hole in the rod end of the left Connecting arm (8) with the hole in the racket of the
left Handle Bar (10). The rod end should e on the inner side of the Handle Bar racket. Make
sure the ty-wrap is removed from the rod end and the sleeve spacer (22) does not fall out
during assem ly. Take one 5/16" x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bolt (104) and install it through the Handle
Bar racket and the rod end. Install one 5/16" x 20 x 1.5T Flat Washer (80) and one 5/16" x
7mm Nylon Nut (71) on the 5/16" x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bolt (104) and tighten as tight as possi le
using the two12m/m Wrenches provided. Repeat the procedure for the right side Pedal
Connecting Arm.

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STEP 4: PLASTICS ASSE BLY
1. Install the Connecting Arm Covers (2 each 57, 58) over the connection of the rod end and
Handle Bars with four M5 x 15m/m Screws and two 3.5x10m/m Self Tapping Screws y using
the Short Phillips Screw Driver.
2. Install the two Wheel Covers (52) using the four M5x15m/m Phillips Head Screws (105).
3. Locate the two Rear Sta ilizer Covers (19,20) and two Middle Sta ilizer Covers (19,20) for the
Rear Rail Assem ly and install with four M5 x 15m/m Screws (105). Then install front sta ilizer
cover (49) with two M5 x 15m/m Screws (105).
4. Install the Front Handle Bar Covers (54-1 left, 55-1 right) and Rear Handle Bar Cover (54 left,
55 right) over the Handle Bar axle connections with the six 3.5x10m/m Self Tapping Screws.
5. Install the front (122) and rear (121) console mast covers with three M5 x 15m/m Screws (105)
and two 3.5x12m/m Sheet Metal Screw (87).

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Assembly Pack Check List XE2 5
#66. M5 x 10mm
Phillips Head Screw (4pcs)
#103. 3/8" x 3/4"
Hex Head Bolt (2pcs)
#60. 3/8" x 2-1/4"
Hex Head Bolt (1pc)
#96. 3/8" Split
Washer (1pc)
Step 1
#97.3/8" x 30mm
Flat Washer(2pcs)
#103. 3/8"x3/4"
Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs)
#81. 25mm
Wave Washer (2pcs)
#84. 3/8" x 23mm
Curved Washer (2pcs)
Step 2
#80. 5/16" x 20 x 1.5T
Flat Washer (2 pcs)
#104. 5/16” x 1-1/4”
Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs)
#71. 5/16"
Nylon Nut (2 pcs)
Step 3

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Step 4
#87. 3.5x12mm
Sheet Metal Screw (18pcs)
#105.M5 x 15mm
Phillips Head Screw (19pcs)
Tools
#108. Phillips Head Screw Driver (1 pc) #107. Short Phillips Head Screw Driver (1 pc)
#109. 12m/m Wrench (1pc)
#106. 13/14m/m Wrench (1pc)

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STEP 1: CONSOLE AST ASSE BLY
• Locate the Console Mast (12) and Console Mast Cover (41) and slide the Cover onto the
mast as far as it will go. Make sure the Console Mast Cover is facing the correct way.
• Unravel and straighten out the Computer Ca le (31) and feed it into the ottom of the console
mast tu e and out of the top opening.
• Install the Console Mast into the receiving racket in the top of the Main Frame. NOTE: there is
one olt already installed in the receiving racket that will engage with the slot at the ottom of
the Console Mast. This needs to e tightened at the end along with the three other console
mast olts.
• Put one 3/8" x 2T Split Washer (96) onto the 3/8" x 2-1/4" Long Hex Head Bolt (60), and the
two 3/8" x 23 Curved Washers (84) onto the two 3/8" x 3/4" Short Hex Head Bolts (103).
Install the Long Hex Head Bolt (60) through the left side of the receiving racket into the
Console Mast.
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• Using the 13/14mm Wrench, tighten the three olts, and the fourth olt which is pre-installed,
firmly. These olts should e tightened as much as you possi ly can.
• There will e three electrical wire connectors at the top opening of the console mast, two 2 pin
connectors for hand pulse sensors (36), one 10 pin connector for main wire harness (31) and
one connector for resistance switch (124). Connect these to the mating connectors on the ack
of the electronic Console (30). The connectors are keyed, you cannot plug them in the wrong
way so do not force them. The two, 2 pin connectors can e plugged into either connector on
the ack of the console.
• Storing the excess wire ack into the Console Mast, carefully install the Console onto the
mounting plate of Console Mast and secure using the four M5 x 10m/m Phillips Head Screws.
Make sure the wires do not get pinched etween the console and mounting plate.
STEP 2: HANDLE BAR ASSE BLY
• Install the two 17m/m Wave Washers (83) onto the Left and Right side of the Handle Bar axle.
• Slide the Left (10) and Right (11) Handle Bars onto the appropriate side of the axle. The
handle ars have a small sticker on them indicating L (left) and R (right).
• Put the two 5/16" x 23mm Flat Washers onto the two 5/16" x 15m/m Hex Head Bolts and install,
and tighten, in the threaded holes in the ends of the axle.

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STEP 3: CONNECTING AR ASSE BLY
 Align the hole in the rod end of the left Connecting arm (8) with the hole in the racket of the
left Handle Bar (10). The rod end should e on the inner side of the Handle Bar racket. Make
sure the ty-wrap is removed from the rod end and the sleeve spacer (22) does not fall out
during assem ly. Take one 5/16" x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bolt (104) and install it through the Handle
Bar racket and the rod end. Install one 5/16" x 20 x 1.5T Flat Washer (80) and one 5/16" x
7mm Nylon Nut (71) on the 5/16" x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bolt (104) and tighten as tight as possi le
using the two12m/m Wrenches provided. Repeat the procedure for the right side Pedal
Connecting Arm.

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STEP 4: PLASTICS ASSE BLY
• Install the Connecting Arm Covers (2 each 57 & 57-1 and 58 & 58-1) over the connection of
the rod end and Handle Bars with the M5 x 15mm Screws (87) and 3.5x10m/m Self Tapping
Screws (105) y using the Short Phillips Screw Driver.
• Install the two Wheel Covers (52) using the four M5x15m/m Phillips Head Screws (105).
• Locate the two Rear Sta ilizer Covers (19,20) and two Middle Sta ilizer Covers (19,20) for the
Rear Rail Assem ly and install with four M5 x 15m/m Screws (105). Then install front sta ilizer
cover (49) with two M5 x 15m/m Screws (105).
• Install the Front Handle Bar Covers (54-1 left, 55-1 right) and Rear Handle Bar Cover (54 left,
55 right) over the Handle Bar axle connections with the six 3.5x10mm Self Tapping Screws
(87).
• Install the front (122) and rear (121) console mast covers with three M5 x 15m/m Screws (105)
and two 3.5x12m/m Sheet Metal Screw (87).

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Adjustable foot pedals, and orthopedically correct footpads
Through research performed with a leading sports scientist and physical reha ilitation expert,
Spirit engineering has developed a reakthrough in pedal design. No other elliptical, at any price,
offers these unique features. The history of elliptical use over the past few years tells us that many
users suffer from num toes while working out on elliptical trainers. Many other users complain of
ankle, Achilles tendon, knee and/or hip pain. While researching a solution to these common
pro lems Spirit engineers consulted Richard DeKok, P.T., M.T.C., of St. Bernards Industrial
Reha ilitation Center in Jones oro Arkansas.
Together we identified the inherent pro lem in elliptical designs and developed solutions to solve
the pro lems. What we found is that when you use an elliptical you tend to push outward during
the power stroke and not just straight ack. This causes stress on the outer part of the foot and
throws off the natural alignment of the joints. The second pro lem we found is that many people
tend to stay up on the all of their foot during the elliptical motion. Our solutions were simple ut
effective:
• The first solution was to add a 2-degree inward angle to the footpads. This might sound
simple ut what it does is puts the users joints ack into a neutral alignment. This eases
the over stressing of the ankles, knees and hips.
• The second solution was to make the foot pedal adjusta le to the user’s style of pedaling
the elliptical. We achieved this y adding an adjustment that allows the angle of the foot
pad to e changed. There are three adjustments. The lowest one will set the footpads at
zero (0) degrees, or flat, at the ottom of the elliptical stroke. The second position sets the
footpad to five (5) degrees and the top position sets the footpads to ten (10) degrees. The
XE195 & XE295 have a spring release pull pin under the rear of the footpads.
•
Because every ody is different, and there are as many styles to pedal an elliptical as there
are people, we found there is no one angle that fit every user. Some users would e up on
the alls of their feet, resulting in num toes, so we decided to let the user adjust the ack
of the foot pad upward to support the heel, taking the pressure off of the nerves in the alls
of the feet and the Achilles tendon. The result was no more num toes. Some users are
uncomforta le at this angle so for them we designed in three different adjusta le angles so
they could find one that feels est for them.
A great side enefit of the adjusta le footpad angle is that you end up working different muscle
groups. At the highest angle you will work the quadriceps more. At the lowest angle you work the
hamstrings and gluteus harder. Not a ad perk!
Transportation
The elliptical is equipped with two transport wheels that are engaged when rear of XE Series
Elliptical is lifted.
Features

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Getting familiar with the control panel
■ XE195 & XE295 Console
Power up
The Elliptical is supplied with an external power supply. When power is connected to the Elliptical,
the console will automatically power up. If there is no input to the console for a period of time the
console will go to stand- y mode. In stand- y mode the console display will turn off. To turn the
console on press any key.
When initially powered on the console will perform an internal self test. During this time all the
lights will turn on. When the lights go off the dot matrix display will show a software version (i.e.:
VER 1.0) and the message window will display an odometer reading. The odometer reading
displays how many hours the elliptical has een used and how many virtual miles the elliptical has
gone. The display will look like this: ODO 123 MI 123 HRS.
The odometer will remain displayed for only a few seconds then the console will go to the start up
display. The dot matrix display will e scrolling through the different profiles of the programs and
the message window will e scrolling the start up message. You may now egin to use the
console.
Operation of Your Elliptical

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Console Operation
Safety lock
When the elliptical is powered on the resistance at the pedals will e set to the very highest
setting. This is a safety feature that makes sure that you have a sta le platform to stand on and
the footpads won’t move suddenly while setting the console data. It also ensures that children
cannot operate the elliptical unsupervised and injure themselves y pedaling too fast.
You can turn this feature off and have the elliptical set to the lightest resistance at power-up y
entering the maintenance menu:
 Press and hold down the Start, Stop and Enter keys. Keep holding the keys down for
a out 5 seconds and the message window will display “ALTXXXX Engineering mode”
 Press the enter key. Scroll down the menu to “Functions” and press the enter key. Scroll
down to “Safety” and press the enter key to toggle the setting to “OFF”. Press the stop key
twice to exit to the start-up display.
Quick Start
This is the quickest way to start a workout. After the console powers up you just press the Start
key to egin, this will initiate the Quick Start mode. In Quick Start the Time will count up from zero
and the workload may e adjusted manually y pressing the Up or Down uttons. The dot matrix
display will have only the ottom row lit at first. As you increase the work load more rows will light
indicating a harder workout. The elliptical will get harder to pedal as the rows increase.
Basic information
The essage Window will initially e displaying Speed information. Each time the Enter utton is
pressed the next set of information will appear, four windows in all. In order: Speed in RPM and
MPH, Work Level and Watts. If the Enter utton is pressed during the Level and Watts display the
Scan light will come on and the message window will show each set of data for four seconds then
switch to the next set of data in a continuous loop. Pressing the Enter utton again will ring you
ack to the eginning.
The Elliptical has a uilt in heart rate monitoring system. Simply grasping the hand pulse sensors
on the stationary handle ars, or wearing the heart rate transmitter, will start the Heart Icon
linking (this may take a few seconds). The Pulse Display Window will display your heart rate, or
Pulse, in eats per minute.
The Stop/Reset utton actually has several functions. Pressing the Stop/Reset 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
workout during Pause just press the Start key. If the Stop/Reset utton is pressed twice during a
workout the program will end and the console will return to the start up screen. If the Stop/Reset
key is held down for 3 seconds the console will perform a complete Reset. During data entry for a
program the Stop/Reset key performs a Previous Screen function. This allows you to go ack
one step in the programming each time you press the Stop/Reset key.
The Program Keys are used to preview each program. When you first turn the console on you
may press each program key to preview what the program profile looks like. If you decide that you
want to try a program, press the corresponding program key and then press the Enter key to
select the program and enter into the data-setting mode.