Vision Fitness R2200HRT User manual

Owner’s
Guide
R2200HRT, R2200,
E3200HRT, AND E3200
FITNESS CYCLES

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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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSEMBLY, MOVING . . . . . . . . . . . 6
PLACEMENT, LEVELING . . . . . . . . . . 7
SEAT ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
TROUBLESHOOTING:
BIKES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
HEART RATE MONITOR . . . . . . . . . 27
COMMON QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . 28
HOME WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
CORPORATE WARRANTY . . . . . . . . 32
DEVELOPING FITNESS PROGRAM . . 34
FLEXIBILITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . 36
TARGET HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . 38
RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION . . . . 39
WEEKLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . 42
MONTHLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . 44
ALL MODELS GENERAL
Table of Contents
ALL MODELS R2200 E3200 R2200HRT E3200HRT GENERAL
SETTING MPH/KPH . . . . . . . . . . . 10
QUICK-START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
PROGRAM DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
FEEDBACK DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . 13
PROGRAM, LEVEL, WEIGHT . . . . . . 14
CHOOSING TIME, STARTING . . . . . . 15
USING THE RACE PROGRAM . . . . . . 16
CONSOLE
R2200
E3200
SETTING MPH/KPH . . . . . . . . . . . 18
QUICK-START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
PROGRAM DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
FEEDBACK DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . 21
PROGRAM, LEVEL, WEIGHT . . . . . . 22
CHOOSING TIME, STARTING . . . . . . 23
USING THE HRT PROGRAM . . . . . . 24
USING THE HEART RATE STRAP . . . . 25
CONSOLE
E3200HRT
R2200HRT

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R2200HRT R2200
FRONT FOOT &
TRANSPORT WHEELS
SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
CONSOLE
SEMI-RECUMBENT FITNESS CYCLES
REAR FOOT
R2200HRT
R2200

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E3200 E3200HRT
FRONT FOOT &
TRANSPORT WHEELS
SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
CONSOLE
REAR FOOT
E3200HRT
UPRIGHT FITNESS CYCLES
E3200

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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. 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 has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, if it has been damaged, or if it is immersed in water.
Return the Bike to a retailer for examination 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 Bike.
• 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 Bike before moving it.
CHILDREN
• Keep children off of 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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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.
ALL MODELS

ALL MODELS
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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 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 140 lbs.! Use
care and additional help if necessary.

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LEVELING
The Bike should be level for
optimum use. If your Bike
wobbles, raise or lower one or
both of the adjustable levelers
located on the bottom of the rear
foot support. Once you have
leveled the Bike, lock the levelers
in place by tightening the wing
nuts against the rear foot support.
PLACEMENT IN YOUR HOME
It is important that you place your Bike in a comfortable and inviting room.
Your Bike is designed to use minimal floor space. Many people will place
their Bike facing the TV or a picture window. If at all possible, avoid
putting your Bike in an unfinished basement. To make exercise a desirable
daily activity for you, the Bike should be in an attractive setting.

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Grasp the Seat Adjustment Knob
located at the base of the
seatpost. Pull the Knob out, then
raise or lower the seatpost to the
desired height. Release the Knob,
and allow the seatpost to lock into
position.
SEAT POSITIONING
The seat is in the proper position
when your knee is bent slightly at
the furthest pedal position. The ball
of your foot should be centered on
the pedal.
E3200HRT E3200

SEAT POSITIONING
The seat is at the proper position
when your knee is slightly bent
when the pedal is in the furthest
position, with the ball of your foot
centered on the pedal.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
R2200HRT
While seated on the Bike, lift the
Seat Lever and slide the seat
forward or back. When the seat is
positioned properly, simply release
the Seat Lever to lock the seat into
position.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
R2200
While seated on the Bike, pull the
Seat Lever up and slide the seat
forward or back. When the seat is
positioned properly, simply push
the Seat Lever down to lock the
seat into position.
R2200 R2200HRT
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E3200 R2200
SETTING MPH & KPH
Your R2200/E3200 Console arrives preset to display Miles. If you wish
to display Kilometers, remove the Console from the Console Mast by
removing the four mounting screws. Inside the mounting recess, you will
find a small switch; move this Kilometers/Miles Conversion Switch to the
left to display Kilometers. Remount the Console to the Console Mast.

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R2200 E3200
QUICK START
Simply press the START button to begin exercising in the MANUAL
Program.

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E3200 R2200
PROGRAM DETAILS
Press START for Quick-Start
or customize your workout. No default time.
The Intervals Program
alternates between periods of high effort and
recovery. This program will help you increase
your aerobic capacity so you can function at
higher levels of intensity. Time defaults to 24
minutes.
The series of hills will lead
to improved endurance and aerobic
capacity. It is also a great calorie-burner.
Time defaults to 32 minutes.
Promotes weight loss by
keeping a consistent workload over an
extended period of time. The small increases
of intensity create additional calorie burn.
Time defaults to 48 minutes.
The Mountain Program
gradually increases resistance over time. This
program is designed to strengthen your heart,
as well as the muscles you are working.
Program defaults to 48 minutes.
Compete with the racer
across the profile screen. A challenging
workout that helps you improve cycling
performance. Time defaults to 24 minutes.
All programs have 16 levels of resistance. Low-end resistance begins at
Level 1 and increases to the high-end resistance of 16.

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R2200 E3200
FINISHING
When your work-out is complete, the Display windows will begin
flashing your workout information, allowing you to record it in your
personal logbook.
FEEDBACK DISPLAY
PROGRAM LEVEL
Shows the chosen Program Level.
Indicates the difficulty of your
workout, with L1 being the lowest
workload and L16 the highest.
WATTS
A measurement of your workload.
Can be used to evaluate and quantify
your fitness progress over time.
CALORIES
Shown as estimated total Calories
burned during workout.
RPM
Shown as Revolutions-per-Minute.
Improve cycling technique while
reducing leg muscle fatigue by
pedaling between 80 & 100 RPM.
SPEED
Shown as Miles-per-Hour or
Kilometers-per-Hour. View the current
cycling Speed.
DISTANCE
Shown as Miles or Kilometers.
View Distance during workout.
TIME
Shown as Minutes:Seconds. View
the Time remaining or the Time
elapsed in your workout.
AVERAGE SPEED
Shown as Miles-per-Hour. Equals
accumulated Distance ÷elapsed
Time. Corresponds to simulated
outdoor biking Speed.
Use the WEIGHT button to change the readout of the feedback informa-
tion. The SPEED, DISTANCE, TIME and AVG SPEED feedback will be
displayed. To view the LEVEL, WATTS, CALORIES, and RPM feedback,
press a WEIGHT arrow button. To scan through all feedback, press and
hold one of the WEIGHT arrow buttons for 3 seconds.

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E3200 R2200
CHOOSING A PROGRAM
If you do not choose a Program,
the console will default to the
MANUAL Program. If you wish to
choose another Program, simply
press one of the other Program
buttons.
CHOOSING A LEVEL
After you have chosen a Program,
the Level will default to L6 and then
flash. You may use this default
Level or choose another by using
the LEVEL
▲ or ▼ button; L1
provides the least resistance, L16
the most.
CHOOSING WEIGHT
A weight of 150 pounds or 75
kilograms will be displayed in the
WATTS window. To adjust this
weight, press the WEIGHT
▲ or ▼
button until you reach your desired
weight.

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R2200 E3200
STARTING
When you are ready to begin
exercising, press START.
CHOOSING A TIME
To set exercise time, press the
TIME
▲ or ▼ button until the
desired time is displayed.

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USING YOUR BIKE’S RACE PROGRAM
The RACE Program is exclusive to the E3200/R2200 console. It is a
challenging program that simulates an outdoor bike race. You determine
the speed of the “Racer” by selecting the LEVEL when you start the
program. The speed of the “Racer” at Level 1 is 12 MPH. The speed will
increase by 1 MPH for each increase in LEVEL. Simply adjust your pedal
RPM or change gears by using the LEVEL button to exceed that pace
throughout the program. If you beat the “Racer,” the message “WIN” will
appear on your screen. Note that the entire time goal will not have
elapsed. If the “Racer” beats you, the entire race time will elapse.
E3200 R2200