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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this exerciser.

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. Always unplug this AC adapter from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. An AC adapter appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use,

and before putting on or taking of  parts.

2. Close supervision is necessary when this exerciser is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or disabled persons.
3. Use this exerciser only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended

by the manufacturer.

4. Never operate this exerciser if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped

or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the exerciser to a service center for examination and repair.

5. Do not carry this exerciser by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
6. Keep the cord away from heated surface.
7. Never operate the exerciser with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like.
8. Never drop or insert any object into an opening.
9. Do not use outdoors.

10. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
11. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove plug from outlet

This exerciser is intended for both household and commercial use.
This equipment has been certified to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of
Part 15 of FCC Rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply
with the Class B limits may be attached to this computer. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result
in interference to radio and TV reception.

SAVE THESE  INSTRUCTIONS.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you very much for your purchase of the Model EC-l200 Cateye Ergociser

TM

.  The

model EC-1200 is  a new high-tech exerciser with a built-in computerized training sys-
tem designed specifically to promote cardiovascular fitness and overall endurance, the
keystone of good health.  With its endurance test program and four training programs,
the EC-1200 will help you to maintain or improve your physical strength in a fun and
pleasant way.  We hope you will make good use of your Cateye Ergociser

TM

 for years to

come.
Before using your new exerciser, please read this manual carefully.  Then store it in a
safe place along with the warranty card.

FOR SAFE OPERATION

For safe use, always observe the following rules.

1. Before using the EC-1200, it is important to consult a medical specialist if you are

suffering from any of the following : heart disease (angina pectoris, myocardial infarc-
tion), hypertension, diabetes, respiratory disease (asthma, chronic bronchitis, pulmo-
nary emphyusema, etc.), articular metamorphosis, rheumatism, gout, or other dis-
eases and physical complaints. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor be-
fore commencing a training program.

2. If you are not used to regular physical activity, it may be dangerous to suddenly en-

gage in strenuous activity. Increase your exercise level gradually.

3. If you feel sick or sense that something is wrong with your body during exercise, stop

immediately.

Summary of Contents for EC1200E

Page 1: ...Cateye Ergociser MODEL EC 1200 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS R EC 1200 EC 12OO...

Page 2: ...ssembly 6 2 Installing the control unit 8 3 How to adjust each part 10 4 Your first ride 12 5 The five programs of operation 14 6 Using your Cateye ErgociserTM without a data card 16 1 Your strength l...

Page 3: ...nit Physical Fitness Level Age Program Symbol TEST Aerobic power measurement AUTO Automatic training CONST Isopower training HILL Hill profile training MANUAL Manual training Target Torque Exercise Pr...

Page 4: ...Lever Cable Holder Handlebar Post Handlebar Post Adjusting Knob Crank Pedal Front Leg Caster Levelling Knob ON OFF 1 2 3 4 EC 1200 Handlebar Saddle Seat Post Spring Lock Pin AC Adapter Inlet Power Sw...

Page 5: ...omputing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules Only peripherals computer input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this...

Page 6: ...a data card Make sure all components are included in a package ON OFF EC 120 0 ADV MODE SOUND ON OFF D A T A C A R D Legs 2 pcs AC adapter Pulse Sensor Saddle Pedals L R Main Body Data Card 10 Start...

Page 7: ...post holes meets the post knob screw hole and fasten the post knob securely It will be easier to screw in if you slightly lift the han dlebar post 5 caster Front screw leg pipe screw Rear leg pipe 1 3...

Page 8: ...body the figure given for oxy gen uptake will be wrong by a wide margin 1 2 3 4 ON OFF select switch 2 1 3 cable hook select switch cable inlet pulse sensor jack 9 ADV MODE SOUND ON OFF CAUTION Handle...

Page 9: ...ten the post knob securely It will be easier to screw in if you slightly lift the han dlebar post The pitch of the handlebar post hole is 3 approx 76mm CAUTION Make sure to grasp the handlebar post fi...

Page 10: ...ape of the hill to be climbed 1 is the gentlest slope 6 Changes of pedal resistance are shown on the graph Your first ride power switch AC adapter inlet plug TIME AUTO CAUTION Do not use any AC adapto...

Page 11: ...s shown on the screen of the Model EC 1200 is calculated from pedal resistance kg m and cadence rpm In isopower training you set the de sired energy expenditure in watts The Model EC 1200 takes into a...

Page 12: ...ating a WA symbol will remain on the screen By pushing the MO button you can switch the display from elapsed time TM min sec to calorie con sumption EC Kcal 5 At the end of training A buzzer will sou...

Page 13: ...strength level and training index 2 Aerobic power measurement Physical fitness test 3 Auto matic training 4 Isopower constant load training 5 Manual training 6 Hill profile training 7 How to make a da...

Page 14: ...The maximum heart rate that a person can sustain is called the maximum heart rate Generally the heart rate de clines as we get older this differs however between individuals and is largely due to how...

Page 15: ...this program the exercise intensity is set by the work rate watt age Select the target wattage from the table shown below accord ing to your PWCmax value provided by the Aerobic Power Meas urement If...

Page 16: ...n to change the blinking numeric You can increase or decrease the blinking numeric by pressing the button For program selection see the Starting up section page 16 3 Start Program Aerobic power measur...

Page 17: ...nt of oxygen one can intake at the limit of their physical work capacity In the Ergociser EC 1200 MOU is calculated based on the maximum physical work capacity PWC max explained below assuming that 1...

Page 18: ...ter the WA symbol has gone out during exercise every time the pulse rate digresses 3 beats min from the target the load changes 0 1 kg m keeping your pulse rate close to the target pulse rate Note Whe...

Page 19: ...TLD AGE min sec watt CONST TIME WARM kg m TM min sec watt kg m rpm CONST 4 Start Warm Up Start Program Input Conditions 1 WARM After the WA symbol goes out the pedal resistance torque kg m increases o...

Page 20: ...Remark If you first press the MO button and holding it down press the AD button to start the program instead of just pressing the AD button you can skip the warm up phase and start the exercise at th...

Page 21: ...art blinking With the lapse of time the blinking row will move to the right The position of the blinking dots deter mines where you are in the hill pattern Note There is no warm up phase in the Hill p...

Page 22: ...orrect or unnecessary point has been scratched out Program Exercise Target Exercise Pattern Age Exercise Time minute Memo Space M A N U H IL L IN T V L A U T O C O N S T T E S T A B C D E F G H I 9 8...

Page 23: ...1 Handling the pulse earlobe sensor 2 Troubleshooting 3 Handling Warranty service 4 Specifications...

Page 24: ...nsor plug securely into the sensor jack and check the pulse sensor funtion according to page 40 If the sensor cable proves to be broken re place the pulse sensor part 1655210 If the sensor cable prove...

Page 25: ...tions Power source Home AC Power Use specified AC adapter only Power consumption Max approx 15 W Loading system Eddy current system Control system 8 bit microcomputer control system Display system Liq...

Page 26: ...CO LTD R 2 8 25 Kuwazu Higashi Sumiyoshi ku OSAKA 546 0041 JAPAN PHONE 06 6719 7781 FAX 06 6719 2362 0689111 E...

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