Stairmaster 4000 PT series, Owner'S Manual

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program starts at level three.
8. As you become comfortable with exercise motion, press
[LEVEL:
∧]
and [LEVEL:
∨]
to adjust your climbing speed.
9. Relax and stand up straight while exercising. Use the
handlebars for balance (see Figure 5).
10. Select an intensity level that allows you to stay in the middle
of the pedal range of motion. Faster is not always better.
Exercise at a level that is consistent with your fitness level.
Rest Periods
11. You can stop and rest as many times as necessary for up to one
minute for each rest period during all programs. To stop, either press
[STOP] or step off the machine.The console returns to the start screen
if you rest longer than the allotted rest period. Follow the onscreen
prompt to continue your work out after a rest period.
Cool Down
12. When you are finished with your workout, the machine will slow
down and the message “GOAL ATTAINED” will be displayed. You can
cool down on the machine by continuing to step. The console timer
will continue to count up from the selected time to the maximum time,
and the intensity level will default to level 3. For example, if the time
limit was set for 30 minutes and you worked out for 25 minutes, the
cool down period would last for 5 minutes, or until you stepped off the
machine. If no time limit is set, the console will count up to 99, return
to 0, and start counting up again. Press [STOP] to end the cool down.
13. You can also cool down by getting off the machine walking or
stretching for at least five minutes. Lift one foot slowly until the pedal
arm contacts the upper stop. Place that foot on the floor. Repeat for
the other foot. Do not let the pedals slam into the upper stops, since
this may cause unnecessary wear and tear.
BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS