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Once your elliptical trainer is assembled, make sure that your workout space has a solid, level surface
with plenty of space around it. We recommend placing a mat under your unit to protect your flooring.
Before you begin your first workout on the elliptical trainer, practice getting on and off your trainer a few
times until you are comfortable with this movement.
Getting On
Move the left foot platform to its lowest position.
1)
Face forward and put your hands on the
stationary handlebars.
2)
Place your left foot on the left foot platform and
balance yourself.
3)
Carefully lift your right foot over the unit and
place your right foot on the right foot platform.
Make sure that you feel completely balanced
before beginning your workout.
Getting Off
When stepping off, you must gradually slow down the rate at which you are
pedaling until the unit comes to a complete stop.
1)
Grasp the stationary handlebars with both hands (see Fig 3 above).
2)
Step off the higher foot platform onto the floor (see Fig 2 above).
3)
Then carefully bring your other foot over the unit and down to the floor
(see Fig 1 above). Let go of the stationary handlebars.
Correct Workout Position
When exercising, it is important to keep your back straight and knees “soft”
or slightly bent. Do not lock out your knees. Keep your head up as this
will minimize neck and upper back strain. Always try to use the
elliptical trainer with a smooth and rhythmical motion.
1)
2)
GETTING STARTED
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. THIS UNIT IS TO BE USED
ONLY INDOORS AND IN A DRY LOCATION.
The elliptical trainer, with it’s Orbital Linkage System, provides a completely smooth and natural
feeling, elliptical path that minimizes the impact on your hips, knees and ankles while providing a
superior aerobic and muscle toning workout. The durable steel frame and streamlined look make
the equipment easy to use and easy to store, no matter what your space limitations.
USING YOUR ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
IMPORTANT:
• This equipment is not recommended for children.
• Always wear rubber soled workout shoes.
• Always make sure that you feel balanced and secure.
• Always use your equipment on a clean, solid and level surface.
3)
Stationary Handlebars
Place your hands midway between the top and bottom of the left and right arms on the
stationary handlebars. Adjust your hands up and down until you find the position most
comfortable for you. Bend your elbows slightly so that your arms are not hyperextended
or “locked out”. Using the stationary handlebars during your workout will decrease the
amount of work in your upper body and increase the amount of work in your lower body.
CHANGING FOOT POSITIONS
The generously sized foot platforms are 7” wide by 16” long,
which provides workout stability and allows you to vary your
foot position for different workout intensities. Begin with your
feet in the most forward position and then move your feet
to the position that feels most comfortable to you. The further
back your feet are placed on the foot platforms, the greater the vertical
height of the elliptical motion and therefore, the harder the workout.
USING THE HANDLEBARS
Your elliptical trainer comes with both dual-action handlebars and stationary handlebars.
Using the Pulse Function on the Dual-Action Handlebars
The pulse window on your monitor works in conjunction with the pulse sensors found
on the dual-action handlebars. When you are ready to read your pulse:
1)
Place both hands firmly on the pulse sensors. For the most accurate
reading, it is important to use both hands and to temporarily stop moving.
2)
Look at your pulse window. The small heart will begin to blink.
3)
Your estimated heart rate will appear in the window approximately 6 seconds
after you grasp the pulse sensors.
4)
Refer to the Target Heart Rate Zone chart found on page 20 of this manual. For additional information
about the importance of working within certain heart rate ranges, see pages 18 and 19 –
Measuring
Your Heart Rate.
5)
This estimate is not exact and persons with medical conditions and/or a specific need for accurate
heart rate monitoring should not rely on the estimations provided.
Dual-Action Handlebars
Place your hands midway between the top and bottom of the left and right arms on the
dual-action handlebars. Adjust your hands up and down slightly to find the position most
comfortable for you. Bend your elbows slightly so that your arms are not hyperextended
or “locked out”. Use a firm grip but try to avoid “white knuckles”. As your legs move in the
elliptical motion, pump your arms back and forth as if you were walking. Using the dual-
action handlebars will work your upper body in addition to your lower body. By using the
dual-action handlebars, you are recruiting more muscles which will both elevate your
heart rate and burn more calories than simply doing a lower body workout.
ADJUSTING THE LEVEL OF THE
ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
The Short Levelers are located on the bottom of the
Rear Foot Tube End Caps. To raise the Foot Tube, turn
the Short Levelers counter-clockwise with the Allen
Wrench provided. To lower the Foot Tube, turn the
Levelers clockwise with the Allen Wrench. Make
sure the elliptical trainer is level before exercising.
rear foot tube
end cap
short leveler
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