Vision Fitness U70 User manual

U70
Commercial Fitness Bike
OWNER’S GUIDE
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INTRO CONSOLE GENERAL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................... 4
ASSEMBLY & MOVING THE BIKE ..... 6
STABILIZING THE BIKE, PEDAL STRAP
ADJUSTMENT................................... 7
SEAT ADJUSTMENT........................... 8
SELF-POWERED FEATURE,
CONTACT HEART RATE....................... 9
INTRO
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE.......... 27
TROUBLESHOOTING........................ 28
TROUBLESHOOTING HEART RATE
MONITOR CHEST STRAP.................. 30
LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY....... 32
COMMERCIAL WARRANTY ............... 34
DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM... 36
EXERCISE GUIDELINES .................... 37
TARGET HEART RATE....................... 38
BALANCED FITNESS........................ 39
GENERAL
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:1.608.839.8731
www.visionfitness.com
CTable of Contents
DISPLAY CONSOLE ......................... 10
DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS.... 11
CARDIO PORT, BATTERY.................. 13
PROGRAM OVERVIEWS................... 14
USING THE PROGRAMS................... 18
USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM ...... 20
USING HEART RATE TRAINING.......... 21
TELEMETRIC HEART RATE
CHEST STRAP, PLACEMENT.............. 22
ALL HRT PROGRAMS, ADJUSTING
TARGET HEART RATE....................... 23
USING CUSTOM PROGRAMS............ 24
ENGINEERING MODE....................... 26
CONSOLE
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SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
CONSOLE
COMMERCIAL UPRIGHT FITNESS BIKE
U70
CONSOLE MAST
HANDLEBARS
CONSOLE MAST
REAR FOOT
ACCESSORY
TRAY
FRONT FOOT &
TRANSPORT WHEELS
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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 side covers. 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!
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 UPRIGHT 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.
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.
SEAT POST ADJUSTMENT E3700HRT
The U70 uses a simple pull-pin
adjustment knob to adjust seat
height. To adjust, grab hold of the
seat and pull the seat post knob
out. Raise or lower the seat to its
desired position and release the
seat post knob. Push down on the
seat to make sure the pin is secure
in the rail.
SELF-POWERED FEATURE
The U70 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.
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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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 program 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.
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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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.
HRT INTERVAL alternates between effort intervals
of80%and70%ofyourpredictedmaximum
heart rate. This program is designed to
increase your cardiovascular fitness capacity.
The user must grasp the hand pulse sensors
or wear a telemetric heart rate chest strap
during use.
HRT WEIGHT LOSS is a lower intensity workout
that will help your body burn a higher
percentage of calories from your body’s
fat reserves. The user must grasp the hand
pulse sensors or wear a telemetric heart rate
chest strap during use. The program will
automatically adjust resistance to keep you at
65%ofyourpredictedmaximumheartrate.
HRT® PROGRAMS
TARGET HRT allows you set your target heart
rate. The machine will automatically change
resistance levels to keep you at your preset
heart rate target. The user must grasp the
hand pulse sensors or wear a telemetric heart
rate chest strap during use.
HRT HILL increases your intensity level from
65%, to 70%, to 75%, to 80% of your
predicted maximum heart rate to promote
cardiovascular strength and endurance.
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