Vision Fitness X6200HRT User manual

Owner’s
Guide
X6200HRT AND X6200
FOLDING ELLIPTICAL TRAINERS

ongratulations 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
personal 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 exercise program. A more complete knowledge
of your new Elliptical Trainer will assist you in realizing your goal of a
healthy lifestyle.
Please contact your authorized VISION FITNESS 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
500 South CP Avenue
P.O. Box 280
Lake Mills, WI 53551
Ph: 1.800.335.4348
Fax: [phone]
www.visionfitness.com
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ALL MODELS X6200HRT X6200 GENERAL
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 3
ASSEMBLY & MOVING . . . . . . . . . . . 5
PLACEMENT, STABILIZING, &
POWER SUPPLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
FOLDING YOUR ELLIPTICAL TRAINER . 7
CHILD SAFETY GUARDS . . . . . . . . . 10
CONTACT HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . .11
ENGINEERING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . .36
SERVICE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . 37
HOME WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
CORPORATE WARRANTY . . . . . . . . .42
DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM . 44
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . 45
TARGET HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION . . . . 47
BALANCED FITNESS . . . . . . . . . . . .48
STRETCHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
WEEKLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . . 52
MONTHLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . 54
ALL MODELS GENERAL
Table of Contents
PROGRAM OVERVIEWS . . . . . . . . . .28
USING THE PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . .30
USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM . . .32
USING THE RACE PROGRAM . . . . . .33
SET PACER SPEED . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
CONSOLE
X6200
DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW . . . . 12
DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS . . 13
PROGRAM OVERVIEWS . . . . . . . . . 16
USING THE PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . 20
USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM . . . 22
USING HEART RATE TRAINING . . . . .23
USING THE HEART RATE STRAP . . . .24
ALL HRT®PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . .25
USING CUSTOM PROGRAMS . . . . . .27
CONSOLE
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FRONT FOOT &
TRANSPORT WHEELS
FOOT PAD
CONSOLE
FOLDING ELLIPTICAL TRAINERS
GUIDE RAIL
X6200HRT
X6200
DUAL-ACTION
HANDLEBARS
SIDE STABILIZER PEDAL ARM

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this exercise product.
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. Only use attachments 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.
• Never operate this Elliptical Trainer if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it
is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or immersed in water.
Please contact your authorized VISION FITNESS retailer for service.
• 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 Elliptical
Trainer.
• Never place the power cord under carpeting or place any object on
top of the power cord that 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.
WARNING!

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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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SET-UP
ASSEMBLY
It is recommended, when possible, that an authorized VISION FITNESS
retailer assemble your Elliptical Trainer. 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. If you have any questions regarding
any component or function of your Elliptical Trainer, contact your retailer.
MOVING
Your VISION FITNESS Elliptical Trainer has transport wheels included for
ease of mobility. To move, firmly grasp the console mast handlebars, tilt
the machine toward you, and roll on the front transport wheels. When
tilting, you may need to use your foot supported against the front support
tube to prevent the machine from rolling forward.
CAUTION : Our Elliptical Trainers are well built and heavy, weighing up to
200 pounds. Use care and additional help if necessary.

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PLACEMENT IN YOUR HOME
Please follow the safety instructions to place the Elliptical Trainer in the
location where it will best be used. It is important that you place your
Elliptical Trainer in a comfortable and inviting room. Avoid putting your
Elliptical Trainer in an unfinished basement or undesirable setting. Exercise
adherence will be achieved only if you exercise in an attractive setting.
STABILIZING THE ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
After positioning the Elliptical Trainer
in its intended location, check its
stability by attempting to rock it side
to side. Excessive rocking or
wobbling indicates that your
Elliptical Trainer needs to be leveled.
Your Elliptical Trainer has levelers
located under the guide rails and
under the side stabilizers. Determine
which leveler is not resting
completely on the floor. Loosen the
wing nut to the base of the leveler to
allow the leveler to rotate. Now
rotate the leveler to the left or right
until the Elliptical Trainer is stable.
Lock the adjustment by tightening the
wing nut against the stabilizer or
guide rail.
POWER SUPPLY
Your Elliptical Trainer uses a wall mount external power supply. Use only
the power supply provided 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
damage to your Elliptical Trainer.

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FOLDING YOUR ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
It is important to always follow steps in the correct order when folding your
Elliptical Trainer.
STEP 1: On the left side of the machine, locate the arrow on the side cover
that points to the four 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: Move to the right side of the machine. Simultaneously lift both the
pedal arm and the guide rail upon which the pedal arm rests to the vertical
position (image A). The locking device, which is mounted to the guide rail,
should now be aligned with the cylinder on the backside of the pedal arm.
Firmly push the guide rail so it locks in place (image B) with the pedal arm.
Check to be sure it is secure before proceeding.
If secure, move to the left side and lift the pedal arm and guide rail into
place and lock them into position.

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STEP 3: To unfold your Elliptical Trainer, push the recessed lock button,
found on the underside of the guide rail (image C), to release the lock. Pull
the guide rail away from the pedal arm, and lower both to the floor.
Repeat this step on the opposite side to completely unfold your Elliptical
Trainer.

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OPTIONAL CHILD SAFETY GUARDS
Always attach the child safety guards to the guide rails if there are young
children or pets in the area of your Elliptical Trainer. Please note that you
cannot fold the Elliptical Trainer with the child safety guards in place.

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CONTACT HEART RATE
HAND PULSE HEART RATE SENSORS
The Contact Hand Pulse Sensors are included on each product to monitor
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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DISPLAY CONSOLE
DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW
The computerized display allows the user to select a workout that meets
their desired fitness goals. It also allows the user to monitor the progress
and feedback of each workout so they can track improvements in overall
fitness over time.
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DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
A. START/HOLD TO RESET
Press the START button to begin a MANUAL workout immediately without
having to set individual information. When the program begins, you
have the ability to adjust resistance levels with the ARROW buttons.
Feedback information will be calculated using default settings.
PAUSE: If you need to PAUSE your program during a workout, pressing
the START button will PAUSE your program for two minutes. Pressing
START will return you to your workout.
RESET: If you need to RESET the console during your workout, you can
do so by holding down the START button for three seconds or until the
display resets.
B. ENTER/HOLD TO SCAN
This button is used after entering each piece of information in set-up
such as Age, Weight, or Level.
SCAN: When exercising in a program, pressing the ENTER button will
allow you to SCAN the feedback display views. This is true for both
the large message/feedback window and the Heart Rate feedback
window. If you hold down the ENTER button for three seconds during
your workout, the SCAN function will automatically alternate
feedback display views.
C. LEVEL ARROW BUTTONS
These buttons are used to change values in set-up mode prior to your workout.
During your workout, they are used to change workout levels. In HRT
programs, they are used to change your target heart rate.
D. PROGRAM BUTTONS
These buttons provide quick access to your favorite workouts. There is
no need to scroll through the programs to find the one you want.
Simply press the program button you want and you begin user set-up.
CHANGE ON THE FLY: You can change your program “on the fly” by
simply pressing another program button.

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DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
E. PROFILE DISPLAY
This window provides a dot matrix profile of the workout segments
you are about to complete or have completed and the level of
resistance for each segment.
F. MESSAGE/FEEDBACK WINDOW
This window provides step-by-step instructions in the set-up mode, and
instructions, feedback or motivational messages during your workout and
at the end of your workout.
FEEDBACK: During your workout, this window displays exercise
feedback about your workout, including:
TIME: the time elapsed or the time remaining in your workout.
SPEED: the pedaling speed in miles or kilometers per hour.
DISTANCE: the total distance traveled in miles or kilometers since
the start of your workout.
RPM: the stride rate or Revolutions Per Minute (RPM); one
revolution is two full strides.
WATTS: A measurement of workload; one watt is equal to six
kilogram-meters per minute.
CALORIES: an estimate of calories burned since the beginning of
the workout.
LEVEL: the current resistance level of your workout.
METS: a measurement of oxygen consumption; one MET equals
the approximate amount of oxygen consumed per minute by a
person at rest.
G. HEART RATE/HRT FEEDBACK WINDOW
This window provides feedback on your current Heart Rate and the
percent of your predicted maximum heart rate (% Heart Rate). It also
includes your Target Heart Rate when using one of the HRT®programs
on the 200HRT products.

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ON/OFF SWITCH Turn your Elliptical Trainer off if you will not use it for an
extended period of time.

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WEIGHT LOSS is a program designed to target
your stored body fat. This program is generally
used at a slightly lower resistance level but
runs for longer durations than other programs.
CONSTANT WATTS is a program that lets the user
exercise at a set work level. As you increase
your stride rate (your RPM), your resistance
will decrease; as you decrease your stride
rate, your resistance will increase.
THE 200HRT SERIES PROGRAMS
PROGRAM OVERVIEWS
INTERVAL is an efficient workout that
strengthens your cardiovascular system by
alternating work intervals and recovery
intervals. Be sure to challenge yourself with
intense work intervals.
MANUAL is a user-controlled program in which
the resistance remains at a set level unless you
decide to change it.
SPRINT 8 is an anaerobically based interval
program. It is effective in recruiting fast twitch
muscle fibers and improving athletic
performance.