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Summary of Contents for APEX R8

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Page 2: ...figure to the right Record of Purchase NOTE Please record details associated with the purchase of your Diamondback Fitness Apex R8 below This information will be required in the event the unit requires future service ATTACH THE PURCHASE RECEIPT Dealer Name Dealer Telephone Number Dealer Address Date Purchased Dealer Contact Name To Activate Your Warranty Please register the unit at www diamondback...

Page 3: ...Diamondback Fitness Apex R8 Owner s Manual Release v 2 11 2009 3 ...

Page 4: ... 13 Touch Heart Rate Sensors 13 Wireless Heart Rate Receiver 13 Your Estimated Maximum Heart Rate Target Training Zone 14 WORKOUT QUALITY AND QUANTITY 15 CONSOLE LAYOUT 17 Buttons And Keys 19 Quick Keys 20 MP3 iPod Input Jack and Speakers 20 PROGRAMS 21 Quick Start 21 User Select Mode and User Set Up Mode 21 Program Select Mode 22 Manual Program 22 Target Heart Rate 23 Classic Programs 24 User Pro...

Page 5: ...inclement weather or were simply looking for new and different cross training options This trend still continues today twenty years later as the strong Diamondback brand resonates with both the boomers who grew up with the bicycles as well as the younger generations riding them today Diamondback Fitness continues to build upon this legendary brand identity by offering the cardio enthusiast a full ...

Page 6: ...ess Upper Connector1 1 Q2 HeartRateWireHarness Upper Connector2 1 R WireHarness Lower Connector1 1 1 WireHarness Upper Connector1 11 2 WireHarness Upper Connector2 1 T ConsoleMastAssernbly 1 U1 HexBolt MB x 1 25 x 16 mm 6mm socket 5 U2 Fht Washer 8 0 x 19 0 x 2 0 mm 4 U3 CurvedWasher 8 0 x 19 0 x 2 0 mm 1 V Handlebar Assembly Front 1 Wl HandlebarFixingClamp 11 W2 Fht Washer 7 0 x 12 0 x 1 0 mm 2 W...

Page 7: ...familiar with basic tool usage is thirty 30 to forty five 45 minutes Remove the hex fixing bolts B from the front stabilizer A and rear stabilizer C Align the holes in the main frame with the recessed nuts in the stabilizers and reinstall the fixing bolts Level the base by adjusting the leveling feet integrated into each of the rear stabilizer end caps D Rotate the knobs counter clockwise to raise...

Page 8: ...ide the console mast cover FF onto the console mast While supporting the console mast join plugs P and 01 and R with 1 Slide the console mast T over the receiver on the main frame taking care not to pinch the wires as they are tucked into the frame Re install parts U1 U2 U3 only into the three lower holes and tighten Slide the console mast cover FF downward and snap into place Re install the two 2...

Page 9: ...ch the floor Level the base by adjusting the leveling feet which are integrated into each of the two rear stabilizer end caps D Rotate the knobs counter clockwise to raise the feet and clockwise to lower them Adjust the Seat The seat slides fore and aft along a fixed rail The proper seat adjustment positions the user so their leg would be slightly bent when the pedal is at the furthest position fr...

Page 10: ... is rated for home Class H use only Use only DIAMONDBACK FITNESS replacement parts Failure to to so will render the warranty void and could result in personal injury or even death There is a risk assumed by individuals who use this type of equipment To minimiTe the risk always follow these simple rules 1 Spining cranks and pedals can cause injury Only operate unit when seated 2 Operation of this u...

Page 11: ...astened securely before getting ontheunitandaftermaking anyadjustments i e seatpost saddle seat assembly andhandlebars Use thehandlebars when getting onandofftheApexR8unit Never operate theunitif it isdamaged orbroken Contact yourlocal authorized Diamondback Fitness Dealer forservice Please unplug theunitafterexercising Donotremove thecovers orothercomponents Only Authorized Diamondback Fitness De...

Page 12: ... weight advice for consumers encourages the following actions Aim For a Healthy Weight Find your Body Mass Index BMI on the chart below Be Active Keep physically active to balance the calories you consume Eat Well Select sensible portion sizes Body Mass Index BMI weight lb height 2 in x 703 Weight in Pounds _ _ m _ U _ m _ 1 12 4 6 4 8 4 10 5 0 5 2 5 4 5 6 5 8 5 10 6 0 6 2 6 4 6 6 6 8 120 2i ii 23...

Page 13: ...p both touch heart rate sensors on the handlebar The computer will detect your pulse rate and register a two or three digit number in the PULSE window on the LCD display NOTE if an inconsistent heart rate is displayed while using the hand pulse sensors Ensure the palms of both hands are touching the contact areas of the touch heart rate sensors Maintain even pressure on the grips Do not clutch the...

Page 14: ...ercise intensity is too low or too high only modest gains will be made in strength and cardiovascular fitness A workout at a very low intensity will not offer maximum benefits Conversely if the workout intensity is too high injury or fatigue may set your exercise program back as the body attempts to recover To calculate your maximum heart rate and find the target training zone use the following fo...

Page 15: ...ity including a warm up and cool down period for each exercise session Frequency 3 to 5 times per week Intensity 60 to 85 of maximum heart rate In addition to aerobic exercise it is recommended that you add strength training of moderate intensity twice per week to your program Get a Smart Start on Exercising Anyone over the age of 35 as well as younger persons whom are overweight should check with...

Page 16: ...slow with intensity low until you build up endurance and strength Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program Typical Target Zone Exercise Patterns for 35 year old 185 bpm Maximum Attainable Heart Rate 157 85 of Maximum bpm 111 bpm Resting Warm up 20 30 Minutes Cool down Restin_ 5 Minutes of Exercise 5 Minutes 16 ...

Page 17: ... rate sensors or the wireless heart rate receiver If a pulse is not detected the heart icon will not be visible and the Bpm will be displayed as P Pulse Your heart rate will be displayed in this field when detected by the touch heart rate sensors or wireless heart rate receiver Unit of measurement is Bpm Beats per minute Speed An estimate of your speed in miles calculated by RPM will be displayed ...

Page 18: ... calories burned since the beginning of the workout will be displayed in this field Brickyard or Workout Profile This field will graphically display the terrain of the workout program A higher brick stack represents a higher load or resistance level A flashing column of bricks will indicate the user s progress in the program at any given time Although only eight 8 columns show in the window the co...

Page 19: ...he program displayed in the Alpha Numeric Messaging Bar Pressing START QUICK START STOP key once while in Program mode will pause the program Pressing the key again will un pause the program UP DOWN During the Program Set Up mode press UP or DOWN to adjust the Age Weight and Time values During the Program mode press UP or DOWN to adjust the resistance level ENTER Within the Set Up mode the ENTER k...

Page 20: ...od or iPhone Connect one end of a male to male 3 5 mm stereo cable not included to the headphone jack of the device and the other end to the console port located just below the accessory tray Sound levels are controlled by the device so be sure to check the internal settings if the noise level is not satisfactory On Board Fan The Apex R8 is equipped with a fan on the console to offer another level...

Page 21: ... for two 2 seconds USER will flash in the Alpha Numeric Message Bar indicating the launching of the User Select mode From here customization of the user information which serves as the data to be used for the heart rate programs calorie calculations etc can be performed Another user profile may be selected at any time by pressing the RESET key for two 2 seconds Select User 1 User 2 User 3 or User ...

Page 22: ... PROGRAMS USER PROGRAMS or WATT TRAINER or scroll through the various programs by pressing the UP DOWN keys confirming a selection by pressing the ENTER key Manual Program The Manual program is unique in that the user can select any quantity of the four possible values to track this program When the first of the target values is reached an audible alarm will sound indicating the end of the program...

Page 23: ...rkout to stay within four 4 BPM Beats Per Minute of the target For example if the heart rate target is 132 BPM and the user s pulse begins to fall the Apex R8 computer will slowly increase the load Eventually the amount of work being performed by the user will increase and so will the heart rate Conversely if the user s heart rate climbs above the target zone the load will be reduced ultimately de...

Page 24: ...t rather than the computer calculating the heart rate target the user may enter a numeric value which will become the heart rate control target Enter the heart rate control program menu by pressing the ENTER key Scroll through the options Target 55 Target 75 Target 96 Fixed Target selecting the desired program by pressing the ENTER key If Fixed Target was selected Pulse will flash Enter a value an...

Page 25: ...o the next column Make any desired adjustments to the resistance and repeat the process for all twenty 20 columns Once all profile adjustments are complete press and hold the ENTER key for one 2 seconds to accept the updates Time will flash Adjust the value and press START QUICK START STOP to launch the program Changes to the current segment s load can be made once the program is launched by press...

Page 26: ...k is part of the initial break in service as non tightened cranks will become loose ultimately requiring replacement Damage of this type is only caused by under tightened cranks and is not covered under the Warranty Policy Tools have been provided for this service Your Diamondback Fitness Apex R8 is manufactured of the most durable materials available The plastics are made of strong and chemical r...

Page 27: ...l entity In the absence of a valid Warranty Registration the original sales receipt will serve as satisfactory documentation of the valid warranty status To Obtain Service To obtain service you must contact your Authorized Diamondback Fitness Dealer Your dealer is also your Authorized Service Agent An Authorized Service Agent must diagnose your unit to begin the warranty claim process Warranty Reg...

Page 28: ...duct or its components due to alterations or modifications misuse and abuse accidental damage lack of maintenance or improper assembly Improper assembly can be avoided if the unit is assembled by an authorized technician Damage due to improper assembly is not covered by the warranty Common assembly errors can include damaged wire harnesses stripped crank arms stripped pedals or damaged threads If ...

Page 29: ...e only Additional Rights This Warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties and any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose created hereby and are limited to the same duration as the express warranty herein Diamondback Fitness shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of implied wa...

Page 30: ...oid the warranty You may register your product at www diamondbackfitness com Name last first Address City Daytime Telephone s oq Evening Telephone z oo oDqNrq Dealer Store Name Dealer s Address City Model Apex R8 Seria Number E Mail Completed Form To Diamondback Fitness Warranty Card 6004 S 190th Street Suite 101 Kent Washington 98032 3O Date of Purchase ...

Page 31: ...gistered Trademark rM Trademark SM Service Mark of Sears Brands LLC _ Marca Registrada rM Marca de F brica SM Marca de Servicio de Sears Brands LLC Diamondback Fitness stands behind every product we sell If this Apex exercise bike fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one 1 year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 to arrange for free repair or replacemen...

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