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USER’S MANUAL

Serial Number

Decal

CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc-

tions in this manual before using

this equipment. Keep this manual

for future reference.

Model No. VMEL81914.0

Serial No.

Write the serial number in the space

above for reference.

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QUESTIONS?

If you have questions, or if

parts are damaged or missing,

please see HOW TO CONTACT

CUSTOMER CARE on the back

cover of this manual.

Summary of Contents for e8.5

Page 1: ...g this equipment Keep this manual for future reference Model No VMEL81914 0 Serial No Write the serial number in the space above for reference www freemotionfitness com QUESTIONS If you have questions or if parts are damaged or missing please see HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on the back cover of this manual ...

Page 2: ...DE THE CONSOLE 10 HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL 11 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION 27 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 28 EXERCISE GUIDELINES 30 PART LIST 31 EXPLODED DRAWING 33 HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY Back Cover This drawing shows the location s of the warning decal s If a decal is missing or illegible see the back cover of this manual and request a free replacement decal Apply...

Page 3: ... age place a mat under the elliptical 6 Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu larly Replace any worn parts immediately 7 Keep children under age 12 and pets away from the elliptical at all times 8 The elliptical should not be used by persons weighing more than 400 lbs 181 kg 9 Wear appropriate clothes while exercising do not wear loose clothes that could become caught on the elliptical Alway...

Page 4: ...ur workouts more effective and enjoyable For your benefit read this manual carefully before you use the elliptical If you have questions after reading this manual please see the back cover of this manual To help us assist you note the product model number and serial number before contacting us The model number and the location of the serial number decal are shown on the front cover of this manual ...

Page 5: ...2 M10 x 75mm Bolt 108 2 PART IDENTIFICATION CHART Use the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly The number in parentheses below each drawing is the key number of the part from the PART LIST near the end of this manual The number following the key number is the quantity needed for assembly Note If a part is not in the hardware kit check to see if it has been preassembled Ex...

Page 6: ...MBLY 1 2 111 123 Assembly requires two persons Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the packing materials Do not dispose of the packing materials until you finish all assembly steps Left parts are marked L or Left and right parts are marked R or Right To identify small parts see page 5 Assembly can be completed using the included tools Assembly may be easier if you have a set of wrenches T...

Page 7: ...rews and then tighten them 2 71 71 71 57 1 2 71 60 71 73 71 3 Attach the Top Frame Cover 58 to the Left and Right Frame Covers 57 60 with an M5 x 12mm Screw 71 Next press the Center Frame Cover 59 onto the Right and Left Frame Covers 57 60 Remove the Screw Cap 55 from the Center Frame Cover 59 Attach the Center Frame Cover 59 with three M5 x 12mm Screws 71 start all the Screws and then tighten the...

Page 8: ... on the left side of the elliptical 4 80 93 36 26 34 94 2 5 71 71 51 52 50 4 Orient the Right Upper Body Leg 26 assembly as shown Slide a Wave Washer 36 onto the right axle on the Upright 2 Then slide the Right Upper Body Leg 26 onto the right axle Attach the Right Upper Body Leg 26 with an M10 x 15mm Hex Screw 94 an M10 Split Washer 80 and an M10 Washer 93 Attach the Left Upper Body Leg 34 assemb...

Page 9: ...perly tightened before you use the elliptical Note Extra parts may be included Place a mat beneath the elliptical to protect the floor 7 Identify a Left Pivot Cover 61 and a Right Pivot Cover 62 and orient them as shown Hold the Left and Right Pivot Covers 61 62 around the Right Upper Body Leg 26 as shown Attach the Left and Right Pivot Covers 61 62 with three M5 x 12mm Screws 71 start all the Scr...

Page 10: ...earn about the features of the basic console see page 14 To learn about the features of the digital TV see the user s manual included with the digital TV The basic console has no television capabilities To upgrade your console to include a digital TV whenever you choose please see the back cover of this manual ...

Page 11: ...nsole displays or other electronic components Plug the power adapter for the optional digital TV into the upper digital TV power receptacle B on the frame of the elliptical Then plug the power adapter into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances HOW TO CONNECT A COAXIAL CABLE TO THE ELLIPTICAL If the elliptical has an optional digital TV a...

Page 12: ...ptical hold the upper body arms or the handlebars and step onto the pedal that is in the lower position Then step onto the other pedal Push the pedals until they begin to move with a continuous motion Note The crank arms can turn in either direction It is recommended that you turn the crank arms in the direction shown by the arrow however for variety you can turn the crank arms in the opposite dir...

Page 13: ...allation debris resulting from any destruction activi ties in the product s environment rust or corrosion as a result of the product s location alterations or modifica tions without written authorization or failure on your part to use operate and maintain the product as set forth in this manual will void the warranty All terms of the warranty are void if this prod uct is moved beyond the continent...

Page 14: ...rt rate monitor or a Polar compatible chest heart rate monitor You can also use the charging port on the console to charge your USB compatible device while you exercise To activate the console see page 15 To turn off the console see page 15 To use the charging port see page 15 To use the quick start mode see page 15 To use an onboard program see page 18 To use the goal program see page 19 To use t...

Page 15: ...ged in Note The charging port cannot be used to view or transfer data or to play music through the console sound system HOW TO USE THE QUICK START MODE 1 Turn on the console See HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE at the left 2 Select the quick start mode To select the quick start mode press the Quick Start button 3 Change the resistance of the pedals as desired As you pedal you can change the resistance ...

Page 16: ...on will be shown When the lower displays are unlocked the workout information will be shown in a repeating cycle 5 Measure your heart rate if desired You can wear a Polar compatible chest heart rate monitor not included or you can use the handgrip heart rate monitor to measure your heart rate IMPORTANT If you use both heart rate monitors at the same time the console will not display your heart rat...

Page 17: ... in hours minutes and seconds HHMMSS Distance Covered This display will show the total distance that you pedaled in miles ML or kilometers KM Average Speed This display will show your average pedaling speed in miles per hour MLH or kilometers per hour KMH Calories Burned This display will show the approximate total number of calories KCAL you burned Average Watts This display will show your averag...

Page 18: ...ram will then begin 5 Begin exercising The program is divided into segments One resistance level is programmed for each seg ment Note The same resistance level may be programmed for consecutive segments During the program the profile in the matrix will show your progress The flashing segment of the profile represents the current segment of the pro gram The height of the flashing segment indicates ...

Page 19: ...d press the Enter button The program will then begin If you selected a distance goal the words ENTER DISTANCE will scroll across the lower displays Press the numbered buttons to enter your desired distance goal If necessary press the Clear button to cancel your entry When your distance goal is entered press the Enter button The pro gram will then begin If you selected a calories goal the words ENT...

Page 20: ...If you selected a calories goal the calories display will count down until your calories goal is reached See step 4 on page 15 9 Measure your heart rate if desired See step 5 on page 16 10 Pause the workout if desired See step 6 on page 17 11 End the workout and view the workout summary See step 7 on page 17 12 Exit the workout summary See step 8 on page 17 13 Turn off the console See HOW TO TURN ...

Page 21: ...ed heart rate target appears in the matrix Then press the Enter button 5 Enter your age The words ENTER AGE will scroll across the lower displays Press the numbered buttons to enter your age If necessary press the Clear button to cancel your entry When your age is entered press the Enter button 6 Enter a program time The words ENTER TIME will scroll across the lower displays Press the numbered but...

Page 22: ...inue in this way until the last segment ends 8 Follow your progress See step 4 on page 15 9 Pause the workout if desired See step 6 on page 17 10 End the workout and view the workout summary See step 7 on page 17 11 Exit the workout summary See step 8 on page 17 12 Turn off the console See HOW TO TURN OFF THE CONSOLE on page 15 ...

Page 23: ...he flashing segment indicates the resistance level for the current segment To keep your actual watts output near the watts target the console will automatically adjust the resistance of the pedals and prompt you to increase or decrease your pedaling speed When an upward pointing arrow appears in the matrix increase your pedaling speed when a downward pointing arrow appears decrease your pedaling s...

Page 24: ...st will then begin 6 Begin exercising The fitness test is divided into segments During the fitness test the profile in the matrix will show your progress The flashing segment of the profile represents the current segment of the fitness test The height of the flashing segment indicates the resistance level for the current segment During the fitness test the console will automati cally adjust the re...

Page 25: ...25 FITNESS TEST RESULTS CHARTS Male Test Result 5 4 3 2 1 Excellent Good Average Fair Poor Female Test Result 5 4 3 2 1 Excellent Good Average Fair Poor ...

Page 26: ...utton to select the setting and return to the settings menu 4 Change settings as desired The following settings can be changed Language The selected language will appear in the displays The console will display text mes sages in the selected language Sleep Mode The selected sleep mode setting will appear in the displays To have the console stay on continuously select ON To have the console turn of...

Page 27: ...nd on try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC CAUTION To assure continued compliance u...

Page 28: ... regulated power adapter GREASING THE KNUCKLE BEARINGS For the elliptical to function correctly the knuckle bearings must be greased every three months Before you grease the knuckle bearings unplug the power adapter See assembly step 7 on page 9 Remove the Left and Right Pivot Covers 61 62 from the Right and Left Upper Body Legs 26 34 Next load a grease gun not included with high quality multi pur...

Page 29: ...just the drive belt unplug the power adapter Remove the two Screw Caps 55 from the Shield Cover 54 Next remove the two indicated M5 x 12mm Truss Screws 68 Then remove the Shield Cover Next locate the M8 Locknut 90 on the Eyebolt 8 Tighten the Locknut until the Drive Belt 16 is tight When the drive belt is properly tightened reattach the parts that you removed 55 55 68 54 68 8 90 16 ...

Page 30: ...ic Exercise If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular system you must perform aerobic exercise which is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged periods of time For aerobic exercise adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the highest number in your training zone WORKOUT GUIDELINES Warming Up Start with 5 to 10 minutes of stretch ing and light...

Page 31: ...sory Tray 50 2 Inner Pivot Cover 51 2 Outer Pivot Cover 52 2 Pivot Cover 53 1 Wear Cover 54 1 Shield Cover 55 3 Screw Cap 56 1 Left Lower Pedal 57 1 Left Frame Cover 58 1 Top Frame Cover 59 1 Center Frame Cover 60 1 Right Frame Cover 61 2 Left Pivot Cover 62 2 Right Pivot Cover 63 2 Ring Cover 64 1 Right Shield 65 1 Left Shield 66 2 Shield Support 67 1 Power Supply Wire 68 33 M5 x 12mm Truss Screw...

Page 32: ... 126 4 M10 x 20mm x 1mm Washer 127 4 Foam Pad 128 1 Console Board 129 15 M3 x 12mm Screw 130 1 TV Coaxial Cable 131 4 M6 x 12mm Screw 132 1 M6 x 15mm Hex Screw 133 1 TV Power Wire 134 1 Power Adapter Wire 135 2 8 x 5 8 Screw 136 2 M10 Locknut 12T 137 3 M4 x 16mm Screw 138 1 Lower Overlay 139 1 USB Bracket 140 1 Terminal Plate 141 1 Smart Shelf 142 1 Console Front 143 1 Console Back 144 1 Tablet Sh...

Page 33: ... 100 114 115 115 117 100 80 98 80 114 100 98 95 96 98 95 96 134 67 116 92 118 70 1 6 8 5 7 9 14 18 15 17 44 101 104 102 110 83 84 86 90 109 119 122 122 132 73 88 87 87 89 90 91 121 113 138 141 142 144 148 149 129 145 129 129 143 125 125 137 150 150 128 103 103 139 140 146 147 129 150 21 81 150 21 129 120 107 4 112 3 ...

Page 34: ...l No VMEL81914 0 R0415A 19 20 20 26 28 30 30 32 27 29 25 31 34 36 38 39 33 33 95 96 136 97 35 37 40 80 80 126 93 94 126 41 43 42 42 93 94 80 42 42 76 76 78 78 79 77 77 123 80 95 105 105 106 106 124 124 106 94 93 22 22 56 108 127 ...

Page 35: ...L81914 0 R0415A 71 46 48 50 50 52 52 45 47 49 51 51 54 55 58 59 53 55 57 60 61 61 63 63 66 66 65 62 62 64 55 68 68 68 68 71 71 71 71 71 71 71 71 68 69 131 131 131 131 124 71 71 71 74 74 73 73 75 75 75 75 75 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 ...

Page 36: ...y to the original owner and is non transferable 2 The labor warranty applies only to products sold in the US and Canada Contact your authorized FreeMotion Fitness dealer for details on labor coverage in your country 3 Any misuse abuse or improper service 4 Users who weight more than the maximum user weight listed in this manual 5 Damage caused by moving the product or improper stor age including m...

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