Vision Fitness E3600HRT User manual

Owner’s
Guide
E3600HRT AND R2600HRT
COMMERCIAL FITNESS BIKES

ongratulations on choosing a VISION FITNESS Bike. You’ve taken an
important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your
bike is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness
goals. Regular use of your Bike 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 Bike 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 Bike 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 Bike will
assist you in realizing your goal of a healthy lifestyle.
Some kinds of service to your Bike should only be performed by your
VISION FITNESS retailer. 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 R2600HRT E3600HRT GENERAL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSEMBLY, PLACEMENT, MOVING . . . 6
SEAT ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
TROUBLESHOOTING:
BIKES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
HEART RATE MONITOR . . . . . . . . . 19
COMMON QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . 20
HOME WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
CORPORATE WARRANTY . . . . . . . . 24
DEVELOPING FITNESS PROGRAM . . 26
FLEXIBILITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . 29
TARGET HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . 30
RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION . . . . 31
WEEKLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . 34
MONTHLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . 36
ALL MODELS
GENERAL
Table of Contents
SETTING MPH/KPH . . . . . . . . . . . 10
POWER, EASY-START . . . . . . . . . . . 11
PROGRAM DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
FEEDBACK DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . 13
CHOOSING PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . 14
CHOOSING TIME . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
USING THE HRT PROGRAM . . . . . . 16
USING THE HEART RATE STRAP . . . . 17
CONSOLE
E3600HRT
R2600HRT

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R2600HRT
FRONT FOOT &
TRANSPORT WHEELS
SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
CONSOLE
COMMERCIAL SEMI-RECUMBENT FITNESS BIKE
REAR FOOT
R2600HRT

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E3600HRT
FRONT FOOT &
TRANSPORT WHEELS
SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
CONSOLE
REAR FOOT
E3600HRT
COMMERCIAL UPRIGHT FITNESS BIKE

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ALL MODELS
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.
Your VISION FITNESS Bike is self-generating (requiring no external power
source) and in this mode, must be pedaled to power-up the console.
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 Bike sidecovers. Service should be performed only by
an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer.
• Never operate this Bike if it is not working properly, if it has been
damaged, or immersed in water. Return the Bike to a retailer for
examination and repair.
• Do not use outdoors.
CHILDREN
• Keep children off your Bike at all times.
• When the Bike is in use, young children and pets should be kept at least
10 feet away.
WARNING!

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ALL MODELS
OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR VISION FITNESS BIKE
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 bike.
• Read this Owner’s Guide before operating this bike.
• Drink plenty of fluids during your workout.
CLEANING
• Clean with soap and slightly damp cloth only; never use solvents.

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E3600HRT R2600HRT
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 performed by an
authorized VISION FITNESS retailer. If you have any questions regarding
any part or function of your Bike, contact your retailer.
MOVING
Your VISION FITNESS Bike has a pair of transport wheels built into the front
support tube. To move your Semi-Recumbent Bike, firmly grasp the rear of
the frame assembly, carefully lift and roll on the transport wheels. To move
your Upright Bike, firmly grasp the handlebars, carefully tip toward you,
and roll on the transport wheels.
CAUTION: Our Bikes are well-built and heavy, weighing up to 160 lbs.! Use
care and additional help if necessary.