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SAFETY WARNING: The safety of the product can be maintained only if it is examined regularly for 

damage and wear. See Preventative Maintenance section for details.

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Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE operation manual and ALL instructions. The exercise

bike is intended for use solely in the manner described in this manual.

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Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.

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Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children, invalids or disabled persons.

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If an exercise bike does not function properly after it has been dropped, damaged, or even partially immersed in

water, contact Customer Support Services for assistance.

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Never insert objects into any opening in the exercise bike. If an object should drop inside, carefully retrieve it. If the

item is beyond reach, contact Customer Support Services.

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Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit, except in an accessory tray. Containers with lids are 

recommended.

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Do not use the exercise bike outdoors, near swimming pools or in areas of high humidity.

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Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces, and towels away from the exercise bike pedals.

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Keep the area around the exercise bike clear of any obstructions, including walls and furniture.

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Always be careful and exercise caution when mounting or dismounting the exercise bike. Use the handlebar whenev-

er additional stability is required.

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Wear shoes with rubber or high-traction soles. Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats or spikes. Do not

use the bike in bare feet.

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Do not tip the exercise bike on its side during operation.

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Keep hands and feet away from all moving parts.

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To ensure proper functioning of this product, do not install attachments or accessories that are not provided or 

recommended by Life Fitness.

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Use this product in a well-ventillated area.

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Use this product on a solid, level surface.

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Make sure that all components are fastened securely. These include the seat post, saddle, handlebars, and pedals.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Summary of Contents for RT4

Page 1: ...UT4 and RT4 Exercise Bikes U S E R M A N U A L ...

Page 2: ...93 672 4660 FAX 34 93 672 4670 LIFE FITNESS EUROPE GMBH Siemensstrasse 3 85716 Unterschleissheim GERMANY Telephone 49 89 31 77 51 0 FAX 49 89 31 77 51 99 LIFE FITNESS ITALIA S R L Via Vittorio Veneto 57 A 39042 Bressanone Bolzano ITALY Telephone 39 0472 835 470 FAX 39 0472 833 150 LIFE FITNESS LATIN AMERICA and CARIBBEAN 10601 West Belmont Avenue Franklin Park Illinois 60131 U S A Telephone 1 847 ...

Page 3: ...ications However there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase t...

Page 4: ...ering a Duration Selecting and Adjusting the Intensity Level Starting a Workout Pausing a Workout Resetting a Workout Reviewing a Completed Workout Using the Heart Rate Zone to Maximize Workout Benefits 3 3 Workout Descriptions 17 4 Service and Technical Data 19 4 1 Preventative Maintenance Tips 19 4 2 Preventative Maintenance Schedule 20 4 3 How to Obtain Product Service 20 5 Specifications 21 5 ...

Page 5: ...ve the TOP SHIPPING TRAY CAUTION SOME PARTS EXTEND THROUGH THE BOTTOM OF THE TOP SHIPPING TRAY BE CAREFUL NOT TO DAMAGE THE PARTS WHEN LIFTING THE TOP SHIPPING TRAY FROM THE SHIPPING CARTON 5 Remove the DISPLAY CONSOLE carton and the HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY from beside the BASE UNIT 6 With the help of another person lift the BASE UNIT from the SHIPPING CARTON Remove the protective packaging from the un...

Page 6: ...he SEAT POST CAP over the SEAT POST Q 9 Locate and slide the SEAT POST SPACER R over the end of the SEAT POST Q Using two 1 4 PHILLIPS SCREWS 8 secure the SEAT POST SPACER to the end of the SEAT POST Tighten the SCREWS securely 10 With the nose of the SEAT P facing forward insert the SEAT POST Q into the SEAT POST SUPPORT S 11 Begin inserting the SEAT ADJUSTMENT KNOB T Lift upward on the seat and ...

Page 7: ...p of another person remove the SIDE SHIPPING TRAY CAUTION BE SURE TO KEEP THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES OF THE SIDE SHIPPING TRAY TOGETHER WHILE REMOVING IT FROM THE SHIPPING CARTON 5 Remove the DISPLAY CONSOLE carton and the ACCESSORY TRAY from beside the BASE UNIT 6 With the help of another person lift the BASE UNIT from the SHIPPING CARTON Remove the protective packaging from the unit ...

Page 8: ...as shown Slide the MONOCOL UMN COVER up to the HANDLEBAR TUBE T 12 Re insert the GROMMET R into the SIDE ACCESS HOLE Q of the MONOCOLUMN O Pull the WIRE P back out through the SIDE ACCESS HOLE 13 With the HANDLEBAR TUBE T facing the rear of the unit as shown slide the MONOCOLUMN O into the MONOCOLUMN BRACKET U of the BASE UNIT C Slide the MONOCOLUMN down until it is fully seated Secure the MONOCOL...

Page 9: ... from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equipment The manufacturer STRONGLY recommends seeing a physician for a complete medical exam before undertaking an exercise program particularly if the user has a family history of high blood pressure or heart disease or is over the age of 45 or smokes has high cholesterol is obese or has not exercised regularly in the past year The manufacturer also r...

Page 10: ...pe directly on the unit except in an accessory tray Containers with lids are recommended Do not use the exercise bike outdoors near swimming pools or in areas of high humidity Keep all loose clothing shoelaces and towels away from the exercise bike pedals Keep the area around the exercise bike clear of any obstructions including walls and furniture Always be careful and exercise caution when mount...

Page 11: ...als The knee should bend slightly when the pedal is at the furthest point in its rotation relative to the body The user should be able to pedal without locking the knees or shifting in the seat Adjusting the seat on the upright bike The bike post features a vertical locking pin seat adjustment system which makes it easy and safe to change the height of the seat quickly To raise the seat first get ...

Page 12: ...edals during a workout The straps should fit comfortably but they also should be tight enough to prevent shoes from slipping at any point in the pedaling rotation Before working out the user should test and adjust the tightness of the straps The straps can be adjusted to fit a variety of shoe sizes Each strap is held in place by a spring loaded clip that is con nected to the outer edge of each ped...

Page 13: ...he computerized display console on the exercise bike allows the user to tailor a workout to personal fitness abilities and goals and to monitor progress With this easy to use console the user can track fitness improvement from one workout to the next 12 ...

Page 14: ...e set in the center of the console display The top window shows the elapsed time of a workout in progress During a workout setup this window also shows the default duration of 30 minutes which the user change using the ARROW keys The bottom window displays the following statistics in an alternating rotation for a workout in progress Depending on which statistic is being displayed at any given inst...

Page 15: ... WATER BOTTLE HOLDER AND READING RACK A water bottle holder is mounted on the monocolumn of the bike A reading rack for supporting a book or magazine is located at the base of the upper panel of the console 14 ...

Page 16: ...any key or simply start pedaling When the console display lights up either select QUICK START MANUAL MODE or select a specific workout Setting up a specific workout involves three steps which are described in this section 1 Selecting a workout 2 Entering a workout duration 3 Selecting a difficulty level 4 Starting the workout pressing START SELECTING AND USING QUICK START MANUAL MODE Press the STA...

Page 17: ...t difficult While a workout is in progress it is possible to change the resistance level of the current interval To do so sim ply press the UP or DOWN ARROW key repeatedly until the DATA DISPLAY window shows the desired level That change remains in effect for the duration of the interval only Note With the exercise bike s braking resistance feature the resistance level increases proportionally wit...

Page 18: ...DISPLAY TO METRIC UNITS By default the bike s console displays the workout statistic of distance in English units It is possible to switch to metric units When the console is shut down remove the four screws that attach the console to the console support assembly column Carefully turn the console upside down and flip the English Metric switch that appears in the back of the con sole to the Metric ...

Page 19: ...adually declines SLOPE SLOPE gradually increases the intensity throughout the workout duration It is intended to strengthen the heart as well as the major muscle groups that are most active during the workout such as the leg muscle groups As the profile dia gram indicates the workout starts at a low resistance level builds to a peak and and with a low level cool down interval CHALLENGE CHALLENGE b...

Page 20: ...aintenance Schedule The following preventive maintenance tips will keep the exercise bike operating at peak performance Locate the exercise bike in a cool dry place Clean the top surface of the pedals regularly Keep the display console free of fingerprints and salt build up caused by sweat Use a 100 cotton cloth lightly moistened with water and mild liquid cleaning product to clean the exercise bi...

Page 21: ...Inspect For Product Service within the United States and Canada Telephone 1 847 451 0036 FAX 1 847 288 3702 Toll free telephone 800 351 3737 For Product Service Internationally Life Fitness Europe GmbH Telephone 49 089 317 751 66 FAX 49 089 317 751 38 Life Fitness UK LTD Telephone 44 1353 665507 FAX 44 1353 666018 Life Fitness Atlantic BV Life Fitness Benelux Telephone 32 03 644 44 88 FAX 32 03 64...

Page 22: ...Manual Peak Slope Challenge Intensity levels 16 Pedal size 4 5 inches 11 5 centimeters Drive type Poly V belt drive Power requirements 120V in United States 220V in Europe 240 V in Australia Color Blue ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS Length 41 inches 104 centimeters Width 23 5 inches 60 centimeters Height 56 inches 142 centimeters Weight 105 pounds 47 6 kilograms SHIPPING DIMENSIONS Length 44 88 inches 114 c...

Page 23: ...lope Challenge Intensity levels 16 Pedal size 4 5 inches 11 5 centimeters Drive type Poly V belt drive Power requirements 120V in United States 220V in Europe 240 V in Australia Color Blue ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS Length 56 5 inches 143 5 centimeters Width 25 75 inches 70 5 centimeters Height 50 inches 127 centimeters Weight 129 5 pounds 58 7 kilograms SHIPPING DIMENSIONS Length 59 84 inches 152 centi...

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