LifeFitness LifeCycle GX, Operation Manual

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WARNING: Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate.
Over-exercising may result in serious injury or death. If you
feel faint, stop exercising immediately.
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WARNING: Allow a distance of 16in (41cm) between the
widest part of the bike and other objects on either side.
Provide at least 3ft (0.9m) between the front or rear of the
Life Fitness bike to any other objects.
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WARNING: Always install the product on a stable fl oor and
properly level the unit.
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WARNING: Any of the adjustment devices that could interfere
with the user’s movement should not be left projecting.
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WARNING: Do not lift the seat or handlebar height
adjustment beyond the “STOP” mark
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WARNING: This is a Home use Product, when product is not in
use, the equipment must be locked to prevent the drive gear
from movement.
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WARNING: This appliance is not intented for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance by a person responsilble for their safety.
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Only use the LifeCycle GX for its intended purpose as
described in this manual. Improper use may result in injury.
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Never operate a Life Fitness product if it has been dropped,
damaged, or even partially immersed in water. Contact Life
Fitness customer support services.
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Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.
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Do not use this product outdoors, near swimming pools or in
areas of high humidity.
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Never insert objects into any opening in these products.
Contact Life Fitness customer support services.
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Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit, except
in an accessory tray or holder. Containers with lids are
recommended.
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Do not use these products in bare feet. Always wear shoes.
Wear shoes with rubber or high-traction soles. Do not use
shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats or spikes. Ensure no
stones are embedded in the soles.
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Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces and towels away from
moving parts.
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Do not reach into or underneath the unit or tip it on its side
during operation.
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Do not allow other people to interfere in any way with the
user or equipment during a workout.
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Do not use attachments that have not been recommended by
the manufacturer.
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Use caution when mounting or dismounting the LifeCycle
exercise bike.
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Do not stand or sit on plastic shrouds.
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Do not insert any objects or any part of the body while the
fl ywheel is in motion.
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Do not turn the crank arms by hand.
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Never face backward while using a LifeCycle GX exercise bike.
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This unit is NOT equipped with a freewheel system. If the
fl ywheel is in motion, the pedals will be in motion. Do not
attempt to stop the unit by applying reverse pressure to the
pedals as knee injury may occur.
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Wait for the fl ywheel to coast to a stop. If you want to quickly
stop the fl ywheel, apply fi rm downward pressure to the brake
lever.
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Do not dismount the LifeCycle GX exercise bike until the
pedals and the fl ywheel are at a complete stop. Spinning
pedals may cause serious injury.
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To engage the emergency stop, apply fi rm pressure downward
on the resistance lever until the emergency brake pad has
engaged the fl ywheel.
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Ensure that ALL adjustment knobs are secure (seat height,
seat fore-aft, handlebar height, handlebar fore-aft).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using Life Fitness products.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.