BEFORE
YOU BEGIN
INTRODUCTION
ASSEMBL
Y
BEFORE
YOU
BEGIN
ASCENT
TRAINER
OPERA
TION
LIMITED
W
ARRANTY
TROUBLESHOOTING
&
MAINTENANCE
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
ASSEMBL
Y
IMPORT
ANT
PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE YOU
BEGIN
ASSEMBL
Y
5
INTRODUCTION
ASCENT
TRAINER
OPERA
TION
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES
TROUBLESHOOTING &
MAINTENANCE
LIMITED WARRANTY
IMPORTANT: READ THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
IMPORT
ANT
PRECAUTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this ascent trainer. When using an electrical product, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this ascent trainer. It
is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this ascent trainer are adequately informed of all
warnings and precautions. If you have any questions after reading this manual, contact Customer Tech Support
at the number listed on the back panel of this manual.
At NO time should pets or children under the age of 12 be closer to the ascent trainer than 10 feet.
At NO time should children under the age of 12 use the ascent trainer.
Children over the age of 12 should not use the ascent trainer without adult supervision.
It is essential that your ascent trainer is used only indoors, in a climate controlled room. If your ascent
trainer has been exposed to colder temperatures or high moisture climates, it is strongly recommended
that the ascent trainer is warmed up to room temperature before first time use.
Failure to do so may cause premature electronic failure.
If you experience any kind of pain, including, but not limited to chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or shortness of
breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.
Maintain a comfortable pace.
To maintain balance, it is recommended to keep a grip on the handlebars while exercising, mounting or
dismounting the machine.
Do not wear clothes that might catch on any part of the ascent trainer.
Do not turn pedals by hand.
Make sure handlebars are secure before each use.
Do not insert or drop any object into any opening.
Unplug ascent trainer before moving or cleaning it. To clean, wipe surfaces down with soap and slightly damp
cloth only; never use solvents. (See MAINTENANCE)
This ascent trainer should not be used by persons weighing more than 300 pounds. Failure to comply will void
the warranty.
This ascent trainer is intended for in-home use only. Do not use this ascent trainer in any commercial, rental,
school or institutional setting. Failure to comply will void the warranty.
Do not use the ascent trainer in any location that is not temperature controlled, such as, but not limited to
garages, porches, pool rooms, bathrooms, car ports or outdoors. Failure to comply may void the warranty.
Use the ascent trainer only as described in this manual.
Keep the pedals clean and dry.
Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment.
Disconnect all power before servicing the equipment.
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ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
UNPACKING
Unpack the product where you will be using it. Place the product on a flat level surface. It is recommended
that you place a protective covering on your floor. During each assembly step, ensure that ALL nuts and
bolts are in place and partially threaded in before completely tightening any ONE bolt.
NOTE:
A light application of grease may aid in the installation of hardware. Any grease, such as lithium
bike grease is recommended.
There are several areas during the assembly process of an ascent trainer that
special attention must be paid. It is very important to follow the assembly
instructions correctly and to make sure all parts are firmly tightened. If the
assembly instructions are not followed correctly, the ascent trainer could have
frame parts that are not tightened and will seem loose and may cause irritating
noises. To prevent damage to the ascent trainer, the assembly instructions must
be reviewed and corrective actions should be taken.
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons:
Before proceeding, find your ascent trainer’s serial
number located on the front stabilizer tube and enter
it in the space provided below. Also locate the model
name which is located on the front stabilizer tube.
ENTER YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND
MODEL NAME IN THE BOXES BELOW:
SERIAL NUMBER:
MODEL NAME:
SERIAL NUMBER
* Refer to the
SERIAL NUMBER
and
MODEL NAME
when calling for service.
* Also enter this serial number on your Warranty Card.
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