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CHAPTER 3: PROGRAMMING & OPERATION

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 caution:

The safety key must be in place on the machine, and should be attached to the user’s clothing. 

HEART RATE MONITORING:

The machine can monitor a user’s heart rate using either a Polar® compatible chest strap or the metal grips on the hand 

rails (called contact heart rate or CHR pads). A chest strap transmits the user’s heart rate to the machine via a radio signal, 

and the CHR pads connect to a special computer circuit to extract the user’s heart rate.

Chest Strap Heart Rate Monitoring:

Although this machine functions fine without using the heart rate monitoring feature, this kind of monitoring gives 

valuable feedback on the user’s effort level. Chest strap monitoring also enables users to use Heart Rate Control (HRC), the 

most advanced exercise control system available. 

 

When users wear a Polar® compatible transmitter strap, the machine will display the user’s heart rate as a digital beats-per-

minute 

(bpm) 

readout. 

 

       

The transmitter strap should be worn directly against the user’s skin, about 1-2 inches below the pectoral muscles/breast 

line. Women should be careful to place the transmitter below their bra line. 

 

Initially the transmission signal for heart rate may be erratic or non-existent. Some moisture is necessary between the strap 

and the user’s skin for proper transmission.  Sweat from exercise works best, but ordinary tap water may be used prior to 

the workout if desired.

A Note on Chest Strap Heart Rate Monitoring:

The chest strap produces a radio signal that the machine reads and registers as the user’s heart rate. The accuracy of a 

reading may be affected when outside interference is present.

Contact Heart Rate (CHR):

The CHR system will let the user monitor their heart rate without wearing a chest strap. When using the CHR system 

users should gently grasp the CHR pads with both hands. Within 30 seconds, the user’s heart rate should be displayed as a 

digital bpm readout (during the first 30 seconds the system is analyzing and locking in the user’s heart rate). Users should 

exercise with smooth body motions and breathe regularly. It is best to avoid talking while using the CHR system, as talking 

will cause unrepresentative heart rate spikes of 5 to 10 bpm. To ensure an accurate reading, the user’s hands should be 

clean, free of both dirt and hand lotions.   

Note: For increased safety and accuracy, the CHR system should only be used at speeds of 4 mph or lower (CHR readings 

are less accurate due to large muscle movements above this speed).

A Note on CHR Accuracy:

CHR monitoring may be less accurate than chest strap monitoring since the heart rate signals are much stronger at the 

chest. When using a HRC workout, it is best to use a chest strap because of the stronger and more accurate readings.

caution:

Do not use the contact heart rate grips as a handlebar during a workout.

Summary of Contents for Emerge LED

Page 1: ...EMERGE CONSOLE OWNER S MANUAL Revision 091418 Model Emerge LED Console Manual SKU MAN CNLED...

Page 2: ...vis Pour la plus jour le manuel du propri taire s il vous pla t visitez www truefitness com Pour documents dans des langues suppl mentaires veuillez www truefitness com resources document library de v...

Page 3: ...tial alike The proud manufacturing tradition of quality and the culture of innovation at TRUE have given rise to a full line of extraordinary cardio and strength equipment As a result people all over...

Page 4: ...uct Overview Emerge LED Overview 9 Chapter 3 Programming Operation Heart Rate Monitoring 11 Heart Rate Control 12 Workout Program Descriptions 13 Chapter 4 Emerge LED Console Console Navigation 14 Adv...

Page 5: ...ck always unplug this TRUE product before cleaning or attempting any maintenance activity Do not handle the plug with wet hands WARNING To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury it is...

Page 6: ...r cord or electrical plug or if it has been dropped damaged or even partially immersed in water Contact TRUE Customer Service for a replacement Use a TRUE AC power cord or AC DC adapter only Note the...

Page 7: ...ufacturer Allow only trained personnel to service this equipment Avoid the possibility of bystanders being struck or caught between moving parts by making sure that they are out of reach of the equipm...

Page 8: ...lines for Setting Up the Equipment After removing the equipment from the packaging place the equipment on a clean level surface Make sure the electrical cord easily reaches a grounded three pronged ou...

Page 9: ...Display Lower LED Display Speed LED Display RPM LED Display HRC Cruise Control HRC Cruise Control Enter Enter Workout Finder Workout Finder USB Port USB Port Reading Rack Reading Rack Start Start Inc...

Page 10: ...preset workout HRC Cruise Control Engages Heart Rate Control to allow the equipment to maintain the user s current heart rate through automatic speed and incline adjustments when the user is utilizing...

Page 11: ...s skin for proper transmission Sweat from exercise works best but ordinary tap water may be used prior to the workout if desired A Note on Chest Strap Heart Rate Monitoring The chest strap produces a...

Page 12: ...ysician before using heart rate controlled workouts for advice on selecting a target heart rate range Also it is important to use the machine for several workouts in the manual mode while monitoring h...

Page 13: ...length based on the user s speed during your workout The stride length will automatically increase as the user increases their speed and automatically decrease the stride length as you slow down Strid...

Page 14: ...the HRC Cruise Control button D followed by the Enter button C Workout Data Entry Before beginning a preset workout the console will ask the user for information in order to give more accurate workout...

Page 15: ...d Distance and Calories To Clear the Summary and return to the home screen press the Stop button A Exporting Workout Data to a USB Drive The Emerge console gives users the ability to export their work...

Page 16: ...ton B until the unit beeps again about 3 seconds Lastly release the Enter button and when the Upper LED Display C reads Maintenance Mode press the Enter button B to enter Maintenance mode Maintenance...

Page 17: ...reset the console or simply remove and replace the safety key CALIBRATION Calibration will conduct a basic test of the drive and incline systems to ensure that they are operating as intended Calibrati...

Page 18: ...treadmill will pause if it does not detect a normal amp draw which would be indicative of the weight of the user on the treadbelt Timer 1 will set the amount of time before the console displays a PPD...

Page 19: ...ss heart rate strap or simulator to test if the unit is receiving wireless heart rate data If there is a reading displayed without the use of a heart rate strap or simulator there is outside inter fer...

Page 20: ...USB Data Cable B and Ground Wire Ring Terminal C as shown below Tuck the Coaxial COMM Fan and CSAFE cables and any excess cord length inside the pedestal Note Ensure the rubber boot is positioned ove...

Page 21: ...contact information for the closest dealer You may also contact TRUE Fitness customer support team by calling 800 883 8783 or e mailing us at service truefitness com Monday Friday during normal busine...

Page 22: ...t sign the bill of lading as damaged when accepting the shipment Once you have opened the box and you have determined something is indeed damaged please gather the serial number model number descripti...

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