Vision Fitness X6100 User manual

Congratulations on choosing a VISION FITNESS Elliptical Trainer. You’ve
taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program!
Your Elliptical Trainer is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your per-
sonal fitness goals. Regular use of your Elliptical Trainer can improve the quality
of your life in so many ways…
Here are just a few of the health benefits of aerobic exercise:
• Weight Loss
• A Healthier Heart
• Improved Muscle Tone
• Increased Daily Energy Levels
• Reduced Stress
• Help In Countering Anxiety and Depression
• An Improved Self Image
The key to reaping these benefits is to develop the exercise habit. Your new
Elliptical trainer will help you eliminate the obstacles that prevent you from
getting in your exercise time. Snow and rain and darkness won’t interfere with
your workout when you have your Elliptical Trainer in the comfort of your home.
This Owner’s Guide provides you with basic information on starting an exer-
cise program. A more complete knowledge of your new Elliptical Trainer will
assist you in realizing your goal of a healthy lifestyle.
Some kinds of service to your Elliptical Trainer should only be performed by
your VISION FITNESS retailer. Please contact your authorized VISION FIT-
NESS retailer should service be required. If a question or problem arises which
cannot be handled by your VISION FITNESS retailer, please contact us:
VISION FITNESS
P.O. Box 280
621-D East Lake St.
Lake Mills, WI 53551
Ph: 1.800.335.4348
Fax: [phone]
www.visionfitness.com

Table of Contents
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSEMBLY, PLACEMENT, MOVING . . .6
FOLDING YOUR ELLIPTICAL TRAINER . 8
CONTACT HEART RATE. . . . . . . . . . . 11
TELEMETRIC HEART RATE. . . . . . . . . 12
CHILD SAFETY GUARDS . . . . . . . . . . 13
SETTING MPH/KPH . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
QUICK-START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
USING THE CONSOLE . . . . . . . . . . . 16
DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW . . . . 18
DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS . . 19
THE PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
USING THE PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . 23
TROUBLESHOOTING:
ELLIPTICAL TRAINERS . . . . . . . . . . . 25
COMMON QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 26
HOME WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
DEVELOPING FITNESS PROGRAM . . 30
FLEXIBILITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . 33
TARGET HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION . . . . 35
WEEKLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . . 38
MONTHLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . 40
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X6000 CONSOLE
X6100 CONSOLE
GENERAL
ALL MODELS X6000 X6100 GENERAL
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FOLDING ELLIPTICAL TRAINERS
X 6 0 0 0 X 6 1 0 0
PEDAL ARM
GUIDE RAIL
CONSOLE
DUAL-ACTION
HANDLEBARS
TENSION KNOB
(X6000 ONLY)
FOOT PAD
CHILD SAFETY
GUARDS
SIDE STABILIZER
FRONT FOOT &
TRANSPORT WHEELS
X6000X6100
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When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this exercise product.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or
injury to persons:
• Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this
Owner’s Guide. Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not remove the Elliptical Trainer sidecovers. Service should be
performed only by an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer.
X6100 ONLY
• Never operate this Elliptical Trainer if it has a damaged cord or
plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been damaged, or im
mersed in water. Return the Elliptical Trainer to a retailer for exami
nation and repair.
• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not use outdoors.
• To disconnect, turn the switch to the OFF position, then remove plug
from outlet.
• Only use the power cord provided with your VISION FITNESS Ellip
tical Trainer.
• Never place the power cord under carpeting or place any object on
top of the power cord, which may pinch and damage it.
• Unplug your Elliptical Trainer before moving it.
CHILDREN
• Keep children off your Elliptical Trainer at all times.
• When the Elliptical Trainer is in use, young children and pets
should be kept at least 10 feet away.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR VISION FITNESS ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
CAUTION! If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness
of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician
before continuing.
• Do not wear loose clothing that might catch on any part of the
Elliptical Trainer.
• Read this Owner’s Guide before operating this Elliptical Trainer.
CLEANING
• Clean with soap and slightly damp cloth only; never use solvents.
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ASSEMBLY
If you have elected to assemble this product yourself, for your safety
please read and follow each of the steps in the enclosed assembly
instructions. It is recommended, when possible, that assembly be per-
formed by an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer. If you have any ques-
tions regarding any part or function of your Elliptical Trainer, contact
your retailer.
MOVING
Your VISION FITNESS Elliptical Trainer has a pair of transport wheels
built into the front of the frame. To move, firmly grasp the console mast
handlebars and tilt and roll the Elliptical Trainer on the front wheels.
CAUTION: Our Elliptical Trainers are well-built and heavy, weighing up
to 270 lbs.! Use care and additional help if necessary.
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PLACEMENT IN YOUR HOME
It is important that you place your Elliptical Trainer in a comfortable and
inviting room. Your Elliptical Trainer is designed to use minimal floor
space. Many people will place their Elliptical Trainer facing the TV or a
picture window. If at all possible, avoid putting your Elliptical Trainer in
an unfinished basement. To make exercise a desirable daily activity for
you, the Elliptical Trainer should be in an attractive setting.
LEVELING YOUR ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
If your Elliptical Trainer wobbles when you
have placed it where you intend to use
it, raise or lower the adjustable levelers
located in several places on the under-
side of your Elliptical Trainer:
1) the rear ends of the pedal arm guide
rails,
2) the side stabilizers, and
3) the front foot near the front transport
wheels.
Once you have leveled the Elliptical Trainer, lock the levelers in place by
tightening the winged lock nuts against the underside of your Elliptical
Trainer.
POWER SUPPLY (MODEL X6100)
Your Elliptical Trainer uses a wall-mount external power supply. Use only
the power supplied with your Elliptical Trainer. If you misplace this power
supply, please contact your authorized VISION FITNESS retailer for an
original replacement. Use of the wrong power supply may cause dam-
age to your Elliptical Trainer.
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FOLDING YOUR ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
NOTE: It is important to always follow the correct order of steps when
folding your Elliptical Trainer.
STEP 1: Locate the arrow on the side cover that points to the 4 o’
clock position of the disk. Rotate the disk so that the arrow is pointing
to the disk axle (the point where the disk and pedal arm connect.)
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STEP 2: Simultaneously lift both the Pedal Arm and the Guide Rail upon
which it is resting to the vertical position (A). The locking device, which
is mounted on the Guide Rail, should now be aligned with the lock-
receiving bracket on the backside of the Pedal Arm. Firmly push the
Guide Rail until it clicks and locks into position (B). Check that it is
secure before proceeding.
Repeat these steps with the other Pedal Arm and Guide Rail to com-
pletely fold your Elliptical Trainer for compact storage.
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STEP 3: To unfold your Elliptical Trainer, push the recessed lock button
found on the underside of one Guide Rail (C). Carefully lower both the
Pedal Arm and Guide Rail to the floor simultaneously.
Repeat these steps with the other Pedal Arm and Guide Rail to com-
pletely unfold your Elliptical Trainer for use.
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CONTACT HEART RATE
HAND PULSE HEART RATE SENSORS
The Contact Hand Pulse Sensors are included on each product to moni-
tor your heart rate. To use, grasp the sensors with a comfortable grip
during your workout. The console will display your heart rate. Although
your signal will be displayed immediately, it may take the system a few
seconds to zero in on your actual heart rate.
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TELEMETRIC HEART RATE CHEST STRAP
The wireless Telemetric Chest Strap uses a pair of electrodes on the
underside of the strap to send your heart rate signal to the console. Prior
to wearing the chest strap, moisten the two rubber electrode pads with
several drops of water. These electrodes must remain wet to provide an
accurate signal. We advise using the chest strap against your skin, but
it also functions through a thin layer of wet clothing.
STRAP PLACEMENT
Center the transmitter strap just below the breast or pectoral muscles,
directly over your sternum with the TRANSMITTER logo facing out. Ad-
just the elastic strap so it is snug but comfortable enough for proper
breathing.
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OPTIONAL CHILD SAFETY GUARDS
Always attach the child safety guards to the pedal arm guide rails if there
are young children living in or ever visiting your house. Note that when
these child safety guards are attached, the pedal arms cannot fold.
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X6000 SETTING MPH & KPH
The console will be set for your specific product and also for MPH. There
are 2 small switches inside the console next to the wire harness plugs.
One is for changing from MPH to KM. The other is for setting the con-
sole to a bike or an elliptical (EP).
To change a setting, follow the direction below:
First, remove the console from the console mast by unscrewing the 4
console screws. Unplug the cable(s), making sure they do not fall back
down the console mast. To change from MPH to KM, simply slide the
first switch down, as shown on the diagram on the inside of the console.
The switch to the right controls the bike or elliptical (EP) mode. The bike
is the down position, while the elliptical mode is the up position.
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X6000 QUICK START
Begin striding and press START to begin the program.
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USING THE CONSOLE
COUNT-UP MODE
To use the console in Count-Up
Mode, simply begin pedaling and
press START. The console will be-
gin counting up from 0:00.
COUNT-DOWN MODE
SET TIME
The console will show 0:00 when
you start to pedal. To set a de-
sired exercise time, press the
UP until you reach the desired
time. Press START to begin, or
press SELECT to set weight.
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