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R70

COMMERCIAL FITNESS BIKE

OWNER’S

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Page 1: ...R70 COMMERCIAL FITNESS BIKE OWNER S GUIDE R70_091104 indd 1 11 4 09 11 24 AM ...

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Page 4: ...efits is to develop the exercise habit Your new Bike will be an important tool in helping your members achieve this exercise habit This Owner s Guide provides you with basic information on using this VISION FITNESS Bike A more complete knowledge of your new Bike will assist you in helping your members achieve their goals Some kinds of service to your Bike should only be performed by your VISION FI...

Page 5: ...ME USE WARRANTY 34 COMMERCIAL WARRANTY 36 DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM 38 EXERCISE GUIDELINES 39 TARGET HEART RATE 40 BALANCED FITNESS 41 G E N E R A L Table of Contents DISPLAY CONSOLE 12 DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS 13 CARDIO PORT BATTERY 15 PROGRAM OVERVIEWS 16 USING THE PROGRAMS 20 USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM 22 USING HEART RATE TRAINING 23 TELEMETRIC HEART RATE CHEST STRAP PLACEMENT 24 ALL HRT...

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Page 7: ...O FRONT FOOT TRANSPORT WHEELS SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONSOLE COMMERCIAL SEMI RECUMBENT FITNESS BIKE R 7 0 SEAT HANDLEBARS CONSOLE MAST HANDLEBARS CONSOLE MAST REAR FOOT ACCESSORY TRAY R70_091104 indd 3 11 4 09 11 24 AM ...

Page 8: ...e product for its intended use as described in this Owner s Guide Only use attachments recommended by the manufacturer Never drop or insert any object into any opening Do not remove the Bike sidecovers Service should be performed only by an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer Never operate this Bike if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or immersed in water Return the Bike to a re...

Page 9: ...p exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing Do not wear loose clothing that might catch on any part of the Bike Read this Owner s Guide before operating this Bike Drink plenty of fluids during your workout CLEANING Clean only with soap and a slightly damp cloth never use solvents R70_091104 indd 5 11 4 09 11 24 AM ...

Page 10: ...our Bike contact your retailer MOVING Your VISION FITNESS Bike has transport wheels included for ease of mobility To move your Semi Recumbent Bike firmly grasp the rear of the frame assembly or the rear of the seat rail Carefully lift and roll on the transport wheels To move your Upright Bike firmly grasp the handlebars carefully tip toward you and roll on the transport wheels CAUTION Our Bikes ar...

Page 11: ...w rotate the leveler to the left or right until the Bike is stable Lock the adjustment by tightening the wing nut against the rear foot support PEDAL STRAP ADJUSTMENT The straps are designed to fit your individual foot size and should be adjusted tight enough to keep your feet from slipping The pedals include spring loaded clips for easy adjustment To tighten the strap pull down the open end of th...

Page 12: ...on the seat and position the ball of your foot on the center of the pedal Your knee should bend slightly at the furthest pedal position You should be able to pedal without locking your knees or shifting your weight from side to side R70_091104 indd 8 11 4 09 11 24 AM ...

Page 13: ... the spring loaded seat lever and gently attempt to rock forward and backward to assure it is locked in place LUMBAR ADJUSTABLE SEAT To adjust the lumbar support turn the knob located on the right side of the back support cushion To increase the lumbar support turn the knob in a clockwise direction to decrease support turn the knob in a counterclockwise direction R70_091104 indd 9 11 4 09 11 24 AM...

Page 14: ... self generating feature the console feedback will fade away when you cease pedaling The console does however use a 9 volt battery as backup to save your feedback information for 30 seconds from the time you stopped pedaling If you resume pedaling within the 30 seconds the information will reappear If the information does not appear within the 30 seconds your battery may need to be plugged in or r...

Page 15: ... product to monitor your heart rate To use grasp both of the sensors with a comfortable grip during your workout The console will display your heart rate Although your signal will be displayed immediately it may take the system a few seconds to zero in on your actual heart rate R70_091104 indd 11 11 4 09 11 24 AM ...

Page 16: ...ed display allows the user to select a workout that meets their desired fitness goals It also allows the user to monitor the progress and feedback of each workout so they can track improvements in overall fitness over time A D E H G B C F R70_091104 indd 12 11 4 09 11 24 AM ...

Page 17: ...orkout you can do so by holding down the START button for three seconds or until the display resets B ENTER This key is used after entering each piece of information in setup such as age weight or level C ARROW BUTTONS These keys are used to change values in setup mode prior to your workout During your workout they are used to change workout levels In HRT programs they are used to change your targ...

Page 18: ...easurement of oxygen consumption one MET equals the approximate amount of oxygen consumed per minute by a person at rest HEART RATE HRT FEEDBACK WINDOW This window provides feedback on your current heart rate and the percent of your predicted maximum heart rate Heart Rate It also includes your target heart rate when using one of the HRT programs NOTE At the end of your workout the totals will be d...

Page 19: ...tocol such as Cardio Theatre The bottom port is the active port to use for this function These ports are located on the backside of the console and are enclosed by removable covers 9V Battery CARDIO PORT BATTERY Your console is equipped with a 9V battery to maintain workout information R70_091104 indd 15 11 4 09 11 24 AM ...

Page 20: ...rformance PROGRAM OVERVIEWS INTERVAL is an efficient workout that strengthens your cardiovascular system by alternating work intervals and recovery intervals Be sure to challenge yourself with intense work intervals CLASSICS MANUAL is a user controlled program in which the resistance remains at a set level unless you decide to change it RANDOM is a program that will give you a different workout ev...

Page 21: ...t grasp the hand pulse sensors or wear a telemetric heart rate chest strap during use The program will automatically adjust resistance to keep you at 65 of your predicted maximum heart rate HRT PROGRAMS TARGET HRT allows you set your target heart rate The machine will automatically change resistance levels to keep you at your preset heart rate target The user must grasp the hand pulse sensors or w...

Page 22: ...previous time WATTS PROGRAMS CONSTANT WATTS allows you to set your target WATT output energy output The resistance will change automatically to keep you at your target WATTs INTERVAL WATTS allows you to choose a high WATTs value and a low WATTs value The interval program will switch between High and Low WATTs values making for a very intense and effective workout HILL WATTS lets you choose four WA...

Page 23: ...el This is a great program to track your increase in fitness levels The user must grasp the hand pulse sensors or wear a telemetric heart rate chest strap during use CUSTOM PROGRAMS CUSTOM 1 5 allows you to preset up to five workout profiles You have the ability to save or change the workouts whenever you wish More information is available on page 26 R70_091104 indd 19 11 4 09 11 24 AM ...

Page 24: ... PROGRAM Each program has its own program button Some program buttons have multiple programs Press the key of the program you would like to use You can use the arrow keys or press the program key repeatedly to scroll through the different program options ENTERING AGE When prompted by the message center to enter your age use the UP s arrow or DOWN t arrow to adjust displayed age to the correct valu...

Page 25: ... target heart rate and give you the opportunity to adjust this value if you wish ENTERING RESISTANCE When prompted by the message center to enter level use the UP s arrow and DOWN t arrow to adjust the displayed resistance level There are 20 levels of resistance to choose from in each program The maximum resistance level varies by program ENTERING WEIGHT When prompted by the message center to ente...

Page 26: ...ng muscles The warm up is controlled by the user to meet your specific needs 2 INTERVAL TRAINING starts immediately after the warm up with a 30 second sprint interval Seven recovery intervals of one minute and 30 seconds will alternate with the eight 30 second sprint intervals The message display will prompt you to increase your pedal rate during the sprint interval and decrease pedal rate during ...

Page 27: ...rams These programs use the predicted maximum heart rate formula 220 minus age to determine your predicted maximum heart rate Some individuals have higher or lower maximum heart rates than determined by this formula The programs allow you to modify your Target Heart Rate to achieve your personal goals HAND PULSE HEART RATE SENSORS The Contact Hand Pulse Sensors are included on each product to moni...

Page 28: ...several drops of water These electrodes must remain wet to provide an accurate signal We advise using the chest strap against your skin but it also functions through a thin layer of wet clothing STRAP PLACEMENT Center the transmitter strap just below the breast or pectoral muscles directly over your sternum with the VISION FITNESS logo facing out Adjust the elastic strap so it is snug but comforta...

Page 29: ...ack window conveniently displays your Heart Rate or Heart Rate to keep you informed about your current heart rate Each program will begin with a two minute warm up When the workout time has been completed the console will begin a five minute cool down The user will be responsible for adjusting resistance to meet their needs during the warm up and cool down ADJUSTING TARGET HEART RATE While exercis...

Page 30: ...ion as a Manual program Change your resistance levels as you want At the end of the workout the console will ask if you would like to save your workout Press and Hold ENTER to save the workout you just completed The next time you select that Custom program the workout profile will show a representation of the changes in resistance levels on the brickyard When you enter a Custom workout any changes...

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Page 32: ...ALL PROGRAMS SET A DEFAULT WEIGHT FOR ALL PROGRAMS SET A DEFAULT LEVEL FOR ALL PROGRAMS SET A DEFAULT GENDER FOR ALL PROGRAMS SET THE DISTANCE VALUE TO MILES OR KILOMETERS SET THE CONSOLE TO BIKE OR ELLIPTICAL MODE DISPLAY ACCUMULATED HOURS OF USE DISPLAY ACCUMULATED MILES OR KM OF USE USED BY SERVICE TECHNICIANS TO TEST LED DISPLAYS USED BY SERVICE TECHNICIANS TO TEST MECHANICAL AND CSAFE FUNCTIO...

Page 33: ...e Bike Other fabrics including paper towels may scratch the surface Do not use ammonia or acid based cleaners Clean the housing thoroughly on a regular basis PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the schedule below to ensure proper operation of the product WEEKLY MONTHLY BI ANNUALLY ANNUALLY DISPLAY CONSOLE CONSOLE MOUNTING BOLTS FRAME SEAT FRAME HANDLEBARS PLASTIC COVERS PEDALS AND STRAPS SEAT...

Page 34: ...le PROBLEM The Bike is making a clicking noise SOLUTION Using the pedal wrench supplied with your Bike remove both the left and right pedals apply grease to the threaded portion and reassemble the pedals onto the Bike Make sure the pedals are tight SOLUTION Make sure the pedal straps or your shoe laces are not hitting the side cover SOLUTION Assure seat adjustment is tight see pages 10 and 11 PROB...

Page 35: ...the problem discontinue use turn the power off and contact your retailer OBTAINING SERVICE Do not attempt to service this Bike yourself except for the maintenance tasks described in this manual For information on service to your VISION FITNESS Bike contact the local retailer from whom you purchased the Bike To expedite service please make sure to have your serial number available The serial number...

Page 36: ...yond the recommended range of 36 inches PROBLEM There is an erratic pulse rate SOLUTION Chest strap is too loose readjust according to directions NOTE It is possible that heart rate monitors will not function properly on some people for a variety of reasons It may be necessary to experiment with the fit and position of the chest strap Outside interference sources such as computers motors electric ...

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Page 38: ...it and does not include any parts that can be removed CAMBRIDGE MOTOR WORKSTM GENERATOR SYSTEM LIFETIME VISION FITNESS warrants the Cambridge Motor Works Generator System against defects in workmanship and materials for the life of the product so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner ELECTRONICS PARTS FIVE YEARS VISION FITNESS warrants the Electronic components and all...

Page 39: ...t abuse corrosion discoloration of paint or plastic or neglect VISION FITNESS shall not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages Parts and Electronic components reconditioned to As New Condition by VISION FITNESS or its vendors may sometimes be supplied as warranty replacement parts and constitute fulfillment of warranty terms Any warranty replacement parts shall be warranted for the...

Page 40: ... is defined as the welded metal base of the unit and does not include any parts that can be removed CAMBRIDGE MOTOR WORKSTM GENERATOR SYSTEM ELECTRONICS PARTS FIVE YEARS VISION FITNESS warrants the Generator System Electronics Parts against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of five years from date of original purchase so long as the device remains in the possession of the original ...

Page 41: ...nents reconditioned to As New Condition by VISION FITNESS or its vendors may sometimes be supplied as warranty replacement parts and constitute fulfillment of warranty terms Any warranty replacement parts shall be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty term VISION FITNESS expressly disclaims all other warranties express or implied including but not limited to all warranties of fitnes...

Page 42: ...tes of cardiovascular exercise at least five days per week Improve your race time by two minutes over the next year Move from walking a mile to jogging a mile within the next three months The more specific the goal the easier it will be to track your progress If your goals are long term divide them into monthly and weekly segments Long term goals can lose some of the motivational benefits Short te...

Page 43: ...for 30 to 45 minutes Gradually decrease the intensity of your workout then stretch to cool down during the last five to 10 minutes If weight loss is a major goal participate in your aerobic activity at least 30 minutes for five days each week EXERCISE INTENSITY The next question asked is how hard do I need to work out To reap the most cardiovascular benefits from your workout it is necessary to ex...

Page 44: ...maximum heart rate As a point of reference we use the predicted maximum heart rate formula of 220 minus age to determine your heart rate training zone Please use the following chart to determine your predicted Target Heart Rate EXAMPLE If you are a 30 year old your predicted maximum heart rate is 190 based on the 220 minus age formula 220 30 190 Based on the chart above your heart rate training zo...

Page 45: ...ears or so Research has proven that after age 30 we begin to lose muscle mass if we do not incorporate Strength Training into our exercise program With this decrease in muscle mass our ability to burn calories decreases our physical ability to do work decreases and our susceptibility to injuries increases The good news is that with a proper Strength Training program we can maintain or even build m...

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Page 48: ...tness All Rights Reserved Comfort Arc ECB Plus HRT Quiet Glide and SPRINT 8 are Trademarks of Vision Fitness May be covered by one or more patents or patents pending US 4917376 5 09 OM18 51PRD REV2 s t a r t s v i s i o n w i t h a i t a l l s m o o t h q u i e t c o m f o r t a b l e R70_091104 indd 44 11 4 09 11 25 AM ...

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