Vision Fitness R70 User manual

R70
COMMERCIAL FITNESS BIKE
OWNER’S
GUIDE
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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 facility’s fitness
goals. Regular use of your Bike can improve the quality of your members’
lives 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 be an important tool in helping your members achieve this
exercise habit. This Owner’s Guide provides you with basic information
on using this VISION FITNESS Bike. A more complete knowledge of your
new Bike will assist you in helping your members achieve their goals.
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
1600 Landmark Drive
Cottage Grove, WI 53527
Ph: 1.800.335.4348
Fax: [phone]
www.visionfitness.com
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INTRO CONSOLE GENERAL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................... 4
ASSEMBLY & MOVING THE BIKE ..... 6
STABILIZING THE BIKE, PEDAL STRAP
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 7
SEAT ADJUSTMENT,
LUMBAR ADJUSTMENT ...................... 9
SELF-POWERED FEATURE................. 10
CONTACT HEART RATE ..................... 11
I N T R O
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE .......... 29
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ 30
TROUBLESHOOTING HEART RATE
MONITOR CHEST STRAP .................. 32
LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY ....... 34
COMMERCIAL WARRANTY ............... 36
DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM ... 38
EXERCISE GUIDELINES .................... 39
TARGET HEART RATE ....................... 40
BALANCED FITNESS ........................ 41
GENERAL
Table of Contents
DISPLAY CONSOLE ......................... 12
DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS .... 13
CARDIO PORT, BATTERY .................. 15
PROGRAM OVERVIEWS ................... 16
USING THE PROGRAMS ................... 20
USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM ...... 22
USING HEART RATE TRAINING .......... 23
TELEMETRIC HEART RATE
CHEST STRAP, PLACEMENT .............. 24
ALL HRT PROGRAMS, ADJUSTING
TARGET HEART RATE ....................... 25
USING CUSTOM PROGRAMS ............ 26
ENGINEERING MODE ....................... 28
CONSOLE
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FRONT FOOT &
TRANSPORT WHEELS
SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
CONSOLE
COMMERCIAL SEMI-RECUMBENT FITNESS BIKE
R70
SEAT HANDLEBARS
CONSOLE MAST
HANDLEBARS
CONSOLE MAST
REAR FOOT
ACCESSORY
TRAY
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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.
Your VISION FITNESS Bike is self-generating (requiring no external power
source) and 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. Only use attachments 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 or 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 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 only with soap and a slightly damp cloth; never use solvents.
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ASSEMBLY
It is recommended, when possible, that an authorized VISION FITNESS
retailer assemble your Bike. 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
part or function of your Bike, contact your retailer.
MOVING
Your VISION FITNESS Bike has transport wheels included for ease of
mobility. To move your Semi-Recumbent Bike, firmly grasp the rear of the
frame assembly, or the rear of the seat rail. 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 pounds!
Use care and additional help if necessary.
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STABILIZING THE BIKE
After positioning the Bike in
its intended location, check its
stability by attempting to rock it
side to side. Rocking or wobbling
indicates that your Bike needs
to be leveled. Determine which
leveler is not resting completely on
the floor. Loosen the wing nut at
the base of the leveler to allow the
leveler to rotate. Now rotate the
leveler to the left or right until the
Bike is stable. Lock the adjustment
by tightening the wing nut against
the rear foot support.
PEDAL STRAP ADJUSTMENT
The straps are designed to fit your
individual foot size and should
be adjusted tight enough to keep
your feet from slipping. The pedals
include spring-loaded clips for
easy adjustment. To tighten the
strap, pull down the open end of
the strap. To loosen the strap, push
down on the top of the clip and
pull the strap up. Release the clip
to lock in place.
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SEAT POSITIONING
To determine proper seat position, sit on the seat and position the ball of
your foot on the center of the pedal. Your knee should bend slightly at the
furthest pedal position. You should be able to pedal without locking your
knees or shifting your weight from side to side.
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT
While seated on the Bike, lift the
spring-loaded seat lever on the
right side of the seat to make
adjustments. Slide the seat forward
or backward to desired location.
Release the spring-loaded seat
lever and gently attempt to rock
forward and backward to assure it
is locked in place.
LUMBAR ADJUSTABLE SEAT
To adjust the lumbar support, turn
the knob located on the right side
of the back support cushion. To
increase the lumbar support turn
the knob in a clockwise direction;
to decrease support turn the knob
in a counterclockwise direction.
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SELF-POWERED FEATURE
The R70 is a self-powered unit, requiring no external power source.
When a user pedals at a speed above 20 revolutions per minute (RPM),
the power is generated to allow the Bike to function properly. Because
of this self-generating feature, the console feedback will fade away when
you cease pedaling. The console does, however, use a 9-volt battery as
backup to save your feedback information for 30 seconds from the time
you stopped pedaling. If you resume pedaling within the 30 seconds, the
information will reappear. If the information does not appear within the
30 seconds, your battery may need to be plugged in or replaced.
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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 both of 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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CONSOLE
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 key 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 keys.
Feedback information will be calculated using default settings.
PAUSE: If you need to PAUSE your program during a workout, pressing
the START key will PAUSE your program for 30 seconds. 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
This key is used after entering each piece of information in setup
such as age, weight, or level.
C. ARROW BUTTONS
These keys are used to change values in setup 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 keys provide quick access to your favorite workouts. Press
the proogram repeatedly or use the arrow keys to select one of
multiple workouts.
E. CHANGE DISPLAY / HOLD TO SCAN
Press to change display information. Press and hold to scan
automatically between the two display options.
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DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS (continued)
F. PROFILE DISPLAY
This window provides a dot matrix profile of the workout segments
you are about to complete, as well as those you have already
completed, and the level of resistance for each segment.
G. FEEDBACK WINDOWS
These windows provide step-by-step instructions in the setup mode,
instructions, feedback and motivational messages during your workout.
FEEDBACK:
During your workout, these windows display exercise feedback
about your workout, including:
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.
WATTS: a measurement of workload; one watt is equal to six
kilogram-meters per minute.
METS: a measurement of oxygen consumption; one MET equals
the approximate amount of oxygen consumed per minute by a
person at rest.
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.
NOTE: At the end of your workout, the totals will be displayed
as averages of your total workout time. The only exceptions are
distance and calories, which are program totals.
H. MESSAGE WINDOW
This window provides step-by-step instructions in the setup mode,
instructions, feedback and motivational messages during your workout.
TIME: the time elapsed or the time remaining in your workout.
RPM: the pedal rate or Revolutions Per Minute (RPM).
CALORIES: an estimate of calories burned since the beginning of
the workout.
RESISTANCE: the current resistance level you are currently in.
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CARDIO PORT
A Cardio Port is located on the back of the console that is compatible
to entertainment protocol, such as Cardio Theatre. The bottom port is the
active port to use for this function
These ports are located on the backside of the console and are enclosed
by removable covers.
9V Battery
CARDIO PORT
BATTERY: Your console is equipped with a 9V battery to maintain
workout information.
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CONSOLE
FAT BURN 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.
SPRINT 8 is an anaerobically-based interval
program. It is effective in recruiting fast twitch
muscle fibers and improving athletic performance.
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.
CLASSICS
MANUAL is a user-controlled program in which
the resistance remains at a set level unless you
decide to change it.
RANDOM is a program that will give you a
different workout every time you workout.
The resistance levels will change randomly,
providing a challenging workout.
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