Technogym excite vario User manual

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Technical
information
700 version
software
500 version
software
User manual

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B IA
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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Manufacturer and equipment identification
A- Manufacturer’s name and address
B- Description of product
C- Electrical specifications and type of fuses
(700 and 500 versions)
D- Equipment classification
E- CE Mark
F- Tells you to consult the User manual
G- Serial number and date of manufacture
H- Certification mark for the USA and
Canada
I- Product code
The values stated in the illustration are purely indicative; refer to the label attached to the
equipment or the data in Technical data section for the correct information.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Manufacturer and equipment identification
Equipment with codes DAF5M.., DAF7M.. are intended for medical use and have been designed
and built for use in outpatient clinics, hospitals, clinics and sport centres, for muscular therapy
and rehabilitation.
Equipment with codes DAF5M.., DAF7M.. can be used by or close to children, invalids, disabled
persons or people with evident physical problems only under close supervision of a doctor
or a qualified professional.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
Control panel: controls all available functions, from setting up workout programs to viewing
messages and related workout information.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
Levers: these can be grasped by the user to perform the exercise with arm movements. The
700 and 700 SP versions have sensors for monitoring the heart rate (hand sensor) and the
Fast Track Control to change the effort level.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
Levers: these can be grasped by the user to perform the exercise with arm movements. The
700 and 700 SP versions have sensors for monitoring the heat rate (hand sensor) and the
Fast Track Control to change the effort level.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
Sensors: levers and fixed handles have sensors for monitoring the heat rate (hand sensor),
in the 700 and 700 SP versions of the equipment.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
Fixed handles: these can be grasped by the user during the workout. The 700 and 700 SP
versions have sensors for monitoring the heart rate (hand sensor).
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
Side supports: these can be held by the user to mount on the equipment.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
Pedals: the special conformation of the pedals enables the ankles to work under optimal
conditions.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
Bases: support the equipment frame and components.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
Reading stand: for standing magazines or books on.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
Tray: for standing the water bottle or other useful items on during the workout.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Description of the equipment
Control panel
Levers
Fast Track Control
Sensors
Fixed handles
Side supports
Pedals
Bases
Reading stand
Tray
TGS key reader
TGS key reader: for the TGS key (optional).
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Technical data
Vario Excite 500 and 700 Europe - Asia USA - Canada
Power supply 100÷240 Vac ±10% 50/60 Hz 100÷240 Vac ±10% 50/60 Hz
Mains power input 65 VA max 65 VA max
Fuses 2 x 3.15A (F) 2 x 3.15A (F)
Weight of equipment 200 kg 440 lb
Maximum user weight 160 kg 353 lb
Time 0÷999 min ± 1% 0÷999 min ± 1%
Distance 9999 floors ± 5% 9999 floors ± 5%
Speed 26÷140 spm 26÷140 spm
Protection grade IP 20 IP 20
Electric isolation class Class I
Marks and Certificates CE UL(*)
Vario Excite 500 SP and 700 SP Europe - Asia USA - Canada
Weight of equipment 200 kg 440 lb
Maximum user weight 160 kg 353 lb
Time 0÷999 min ± 1% 0÷999 min ± 1%
Distance 9999 floors ± 5% 9999 floors ± 5%
Speed 33÷140 spm 33÷140 spm
Protection grade IP 20 IP 20
Electric isolation class Class II
Marks and Certificates CE UL(*)
(*) Only if the symbol is present on the equipment identification label.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Technical data
730 mm
(29")
1700 mm
(67")
1990 mm
(78")
1940 mm
(76")
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Accessories
ASet of wrenches
BUser manual
CWarranty certificate
DCEE Power Supply cable with SH socket
(700 and 500 versions)
ECEE Power Supply (extension) cable (700
and 500 versions)
FCloth for cleaning
G10A German-type adapter (700 and 500
versions)
HTwo replacement fuses (3.15A (F) (700 and
500 versions)
IChest band with transmitter for heart rate
monitor (700 and 700 SP versions)
LLubricating oil
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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C D
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cont.
Technical
information
Vario Excite
Safety devices and notices
A Fixed guard: guards against access to the inside of the equipment.
B Beep: warns the user when the equipment is switched on, when the exercise starts or if
the heart rate is high.
C Main switch: turns the equipment’s power on and off (700 and 500 versions).
D Fuses: they protect the equipment’s electrical parts (700 and 500 versions). When the current
reaches an excessive value, the fuses melt thus protecting the internal electronics.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Safety devices and notices
Warning
Please read the adhesive labels on the equipment, which provide information
about possible risks and hazards.
In the 700 and 500 versions:
EThe identification label of the equipment
states the electrical specifications.
FThe label, which can be affixed close to the
main switch, states safety indications.
GThe label which can be affixed to the
power supply cable states the electrical
specifications for the cable.
CAUTION: do not connect a device with load
exceeding 7 A
CAUTION: do not connect to a circuit operating
at more than 150V to ground
CAUTION: risk of electric shock. Do not
disconnect under load
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment

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Technical
information
Vario Excite
Place of installation
To ensure that exercising with Vario Excite is easy, safe and effective, the place where it is
used should comply with certain specific requirements; in particular, before choosing the
place where the equipment will be installed, please ensure that the following conditions are
satisfied:
- the temperature is between +10°C and +25°C;
- enough air is circulating to keep humidity during exercise to between 20% and 90%;
- the lighting is good enough to make the area safe and relaxing place to exercise in;
- plenty of free space around each item of equipment;
- that the floor is flat, stable and vibration-free, and strong enough to bear the weight of the
equipment plus user.
The place of installation must comply with all the suitability requirements laid down in current
legislation on this matter.
Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of anaesthetic mixtures inflammable in air,
oxygen or nitrous oxide.
In order to guarantee the performance indicated by the manufacturer, you are advised against
using the equipment in zones with high short-wave presence or similar.
Manufacturer and equipment
identification
Description of the equipment
Technical data
Accessories
Safety devices and notices
Place of installation
Moving the equipment
Levelling
Electrical connection
Connection to another device
Routine maintenance
Changing the fuses
Recharging the battery
Troubleshooting
Technical assistance
Storage
Disposing of the equipment
Switching on and off
Monitoring the heart rate
Ergonomic positioning
on the equipment