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Storing directions

Your elliptical trainer is lightweight, compact and portable. It can be easily moved 
from place to place and is small enough to store in a closet.

• Stand in front of the trainer and make sure that the dual action handlebars are

even. They are even when one foot pedal is at the top of the elliptical disc and
the other is at the bottom.

• Grasp the stationary handlebars and pull back, tipping the machine towards you

until it is resting on the transportation wheels.

• Wheel the machine to its new location and store in an upright position.

Care directions

Your Eclipse

®

1100HR/A has been carefully designed to require minimum maintenance.

However, we recommend the following to keep your elliptical trainer operating
smoothly.

• Use your Eclipse 1100HR/A indoors only.

• Wipe all perspiration from your elliptical trainer with a soft, clean cloth 

after each use to prevent an accumulation of sweat and dirt.

• Clean your elliptical trainer on a regular basis to prevent a build-up of 

dust. Use Windex or an alcohol based cleanser on a clean cloth. Do not 
use any abrasive cleaners and/or polish as these will damage the surface.

• Store your equipment in a dry area away from children and high 

traffic areas.

• Regularly check the tightness of nuts, bolts and pins.

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ARE & STORAGE

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Once your Eclipse

® 

1100HR/A is assembled, make sure that your workout space has a

solid, level surface with plenty of space around it. Practice getting on and off your
trainer a few times until you are comfortable with this movement.

Getting on

Move the left foot pedal to its lowest position. 

1)

Face forward and put your hands on

the stationary handlebars. 

2)

Place your left foot on the left foot pedal and balance

yourself. 

3)

Carefully lift your right foot over the machine and place your right foot on

the right foot pedal. Make sure that you feel completely balanced before beginning
your workout.

Getting off

When stepping off, you must bring the machine to a complete stop. Grasp the 
stationary handlebars with both hands and step off the lower foot pedal onto the 
floor. Then carefully bring your other foot over the machine and down to the 
floor. Let go of the stationary handlebars.

Important safety tips:

• Always wear rubber soled workout shoes.

• Always make sure that you feel balanced and secure.

• Always use your machine on a clean, solid and level surface.

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ETTING STARTED

Correct workout position

When exercising, it is important to keep your back 
straight and knees “soft” or slightly bent. Do not
lock out your knees. Keep your head up as this
will minimize neck and upper back strain. Always
try to use the Eclipse 1100HR/A with a smooth
and rhythmical motion.

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Summary of Contents for ECLIPSE 1100HR/A

Page 1: ... to the manufacturer s instructions See Limited Warranty Card for details If you have any comments or questions contact our Customer Service Department toll free at 1 800 321 9236 Monday through Friday 9 00 am to 5 00 pm Eastern Time Please record the following information and keep for reference Serial ___________________ Date Of Purchase ___________ Save your sales receipt You may wish to staple ...

Page 2: ..._______ ____________ _____________ ______________ Week Date Of Workouts Total Workout Time Update once a week EXERCISE DATA CHART 2003 Fitness Quest Inc All rights reserved Eclipse and Orbital Linkage System are trademarks of Fitness Quest Inc U S Patented 5 893 820 U S Design Patent 452 285 Foreign Patents Pending Made in Taiwan No part of this booklet may be reproduced or utilized in any form or...

Page 3: ...tant changes in yourself such as More endurance and stamina Less body fat and excess weight if you do not increase your caloric intake Improved muscle tone in both your upper and lower body Increased energy for daily tasks Less stress and a more positive outlook And if you increase your exercise program to 20 minutes every day you can accelerate these benefits dramatically We want you to be comple...

Page 4: ... like fatigue from bad pain which hurts If you experience any pain or tightness in your chest an irregular heartbeat or shortness of breath stop exercising immediately Consult your physician before continuing Remember to breathe Do not hold your breath while exercising If during the course of exercising you become so breathless that you cannot hold a short conversation slow down Use care when step...

Page 5: ...ogress over time Before writing on them make as many copies as you think you ll need We suggest you keep these in a notebook You will find it both informative and motivational to look back at what you ve done and this data will help you to chart future fitness goals as you progress Every two weeks measure yourself to rechart your progress Resting Heart Rate Calves Thighs Hips Abdomen Waist Weight ...

Page 6: ...unt as your current fitness level allows and progress at a rate that is comfortable to you As your fitness level increases you may want to gradually increase the length of your 5 EXERCISE GUIDELINES A Total Fitness Program is more than exercise and more than eating right It is a fitness for life plan that goes hand in hand with an overall healthy lifestyle This includes regular check ups and exerc...

Page 7: ...nce to make the workout more challenging Cool Down Towards the end of the aerobic and muscle toning phase of your workout gradually slow your tempo down and switch your hands to the stationary handlebar Your goal is to bring your heart rate down to within it s normal resting rate Complete your workout with the series of stretches shown on pages 7 9 of this manual Stretching at the end of your work...

Page 8: ...ce your hands on the chair Keep the heel of the back leg on the ground and move your hips forward Slowly lean forward from the ankle keeping your back leg straight until you feel a stretch in your calf muscles Hold for 20 to 30 seconds Repeat for the opposite leg 18 Frequency 3 4 times per week Duration 20 30 minutes Intensity 60 70 of age predicted maximum heart rate Stepping speed Less than 50 s...

Page 9: ...bars Make sure that you do not round your back while doing this exercise You should feel the action in your upper arms and back muscles Increase the tension as necessary so that you are getting a full upper body workout In this exercise you will feel your biceps the back of your shoulders and your lats working Below and on the following page you will find two workout programs The program that you ...

Page 10: ...s 5 Reverse forward lean position Stand upright on the foot pedals with your hands on either the stationary or dual action handlebars Lean forward slightly with a full body lean as described in 4 Move your legs backward in a smooth elliptical motion This exercise reverses the direction of the previous exercise Avoid leaning or pulling back on the handlebars You will feel more emphasis in the muscl...

Page 11: ... pedals with your hands on either the stationary or dual action handlebars Start by moving your legs forward in a smooth elliptical motion Gradually bend your knees deeper until you feel as if you are sitting in a chair Maintain this upright position throughout the exercise Keep your shoulders aligned over your hips and your head upright and relaxed Avoid leaning or pulling back on the handlebars ...

Page 12: ...operly and make sure that you drink plenty of water before during and after your workout Adjusting the speed or cadence of each exercise will allow you to vary the intensity and make your workout harder or easier Begin with a cadence similar to the pace you use when walking comfortably To increase intensity gradually speed up the pace THE ECLIPSE 1100HR A WORKOUT EXERCISES 1 Basic upright position...

Page 13: ...check the tightness of nuts bolts and pins CARE STORAGE 12 Once your Eclipse 1100HR A is assembled make sure that your workout space has a solid level surface with plenty of space around it Practice getting on and off your trainer a few times until you are comfortable with this movement Getting on Move the left foot pedal to its lowest position 1 Face forward and put your hands on the stationary h...

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