BASE USER MANUAL
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1. Check that the console lights up If not recheck the plug and wall connections and make sure the wall outlet has power To power up the exercise bike simply start pedaling Once the unit s power is on the console display lights up making it possi ble to select a workout The R1 display illuminates when the unit is plugged in NOTE For customers outside the United States please use your country specific transformer to power the unit Please disregard the extra 120 Volt transformer located in the packaging material 2 FEATURES 2 1 THE ACCESSORY TRAY WATER BOTTLE HOLDER AND READING RACK The Accessory Tray A C3 only which is mounted to the right ot the seat provides storage trays with space for items such as water bottles personal stereos and cell phones A Water Bottle Holder B C1 only is located on the monocolumn Additionally an integrated Reading Rack C for supporting a book or magazine is located at the base of the console Model C3 Model C1 2 2 HEART RATE MONITORING THE HAND PULSE SENSOR SYSTEM The hand pulse sensors A are the built in heart rate monitoring system on the exercise bike During a workout grasp the sensors that are set into the handlebars For an accurate reading use a comfortable grip The console displays the heart rate after 15 to 20 seconds Model C3 Model C1 NOTE Excessively squeezing the hand pulse sensors will not improve the heart rate reading 11 3 3 1 SERVICE2. 5 Gelling SItarted Sees ate S iU nn du adie inns Saga aly 5 Important Safety Instructions 2 5 SIG DPI UD ee 7 Where to Place the Exercise Bike How to Stabilize the Exercise Bike How to Adjust the Seat to Ensure Correct Biomechanical Positioning How to Adjust the Pedal Straps Starting Up the Bike Features AAAS iG tb ii See rix Wu te dee 10 The Water Bottle Holder and Reading Rack 10 Heart Rate Monitoring REL E Ee en ated ene aaa gate 11 Service and Technical Data 2 222220 12 Preventative Maintenance Tips 12 Preventative Maintenance 13 Troubleshooting the Hand Sensors 13 Troubleshooting the Exercise Bike 14 How to Obtain Product Service prn Doe a tees 15 Warranty Information ee asd ee Re a a ae ee 16 SPECIICATIONS ane LE see Re A a arid 19 2006 Life Fitness a division of Brunswick Corporation All rights reserved Life Fitness is a registered trademark of Bruns
3. non abrasive cleaner and soft cotton cloth are strongly recommended for cleaning the exterior of the unit At no time should cleaner be applied directly to any part of the equipment apply the non abrasive cleaner on a soft cloth and then wipe the unit 3 2 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the schedule below to ensure proper operation of the product ITEM WEEKLY MONTHLY BI ANNUALLY ANNUALLY Display Console C Console Mounting Bolts Accessory Tray Frame Plastic Covers Pedals and Straps Contact Heart Rate Sensors KEY C Clean l Inspect 3 3 TROUBLESHOOTING THE HAND PULSE SENSORS If the heart rate reading is erratic or missing do the following Apply hands to both sensors one in each hand e Grasp the sensors firmly e Apply constant pressure around the sensors Follow the schedule below to ensure proper operation of the product 13 3 4 TROUBLESHOOTING THE EXERCISE BIKE Problem Solution hear a clicking noise while I m pedaling Use the wrench that was included with the bike to ensure the pedals are assembled as tight as possible 3 5 How To OBTAIN PRODUCT SERVICE 1 Verify the symptom and review the operating instructions The problem may be unfamiliarity with the product and its fea tures and workouts 2 Locate and document the serial number of the unit The serial number plate is located on the front stabilizer below the shroud 3 Contact Customer Support Services via the Web at lifefit
4. 5 YEARS 3 YEARS Frame N A Electrical Parts amp Mechanical Parts Frame N A Electrical Parts amp Mechanical Parts 5 SPECIFICATIONS Designed use Maximum user weight Pedal size Drive type Power requirements Accessory Tray Color Home C3 400 pounds 181 kilograms 4 5 inches 11 5 centimeters Poly V belt drive C3 None Bike is self powered C3 Standard Pewter Metal Charcoal Plastic Shrouds Stone Plastic Accents C1 300 pounds 136 kilograms C1 120V in United States 220V in Europe 240 V in Australia C1 None 19 C1 ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS Length Width Height Weight C1 SHIPPING DIMENSIONS Length Width Height Weight C3 ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS Length Width Height Weight C3 SHIPPING DIMENSIONS Length Width Height Weight 20 41 inches 104 centimeters 23 5 inches 60 centimeters 56 inches 142 centimeters 116 pounds 52 6 kilograms 44 88 inches 114 centimeters 17 91 inches 45 5 centimeters 29 92 inches 76 centimeters 132 pounds 59 9 kilograms 45 inches 114 centimeters 27 2 inches 69 centimeters 56 inches 142 centimeters 112 8 pounds 51 kilograms 44 88 inches 114 centimeters 17 91 inches 45 5 centimeters 29 92 inches 76 centimeters 132 pounds 59 9 kilograms Live FTP Ress Life Fitness offers a full line of premier fitness equipment for the home TOTAL BODY ELLIPTICAL CROSS TRAINERS TREADMILLS LIFECYCLE EXERCISE BIKES
5. AND TECHNICAL DATA PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5 The exercise bike is backed by engineering excellence and is one of the most rugged and trouble free pieces of exer cise equipment on the market today The manufacturer s products have proven to be durable in health clubs colleges military facilities and other locations the world over This same technology engineering expertise and reliability have gone into the exercise bike NOTE The safety of the equipment can be maintained only if the equipment is examined regularly for damage or wear If maintenance is required keep the equipment out of use until defective parts are repaired or replaced Pay special attention to parts that are subject to wear as outlined in the Preventive Maintenance Schedule The following preventive maintenance tips will keep the exercise bike operating at peak performance Locate the exercise bike in a cool dry place Clean the top surface of the pedals regularly Keep the display console free of fingerprints and salt build up caused by sweat Use a 100 cotton cloth lightly moistened with water and a mild liquid cleaning product to clean the exercise bike Other fabrics including paper towels may scratch the surface Do not use ammonia or acid based cleaners Long fingernails may damage or scratch the surface of the console use the pad of the finger to press the selec tion buttons on the console Clean the housing thoroughly on a regular basis A
6. C1 LIFECYCLE EXERCISE BIKES BASE USER MANUAL LIFE FITNESS ASIA PACIFIC LTD Room 2610 Miramar Tower 132 Nathan Road Tsimshatsui Kowloon HONG KONG LIFE FITNESS ATLANTIC BV LIFE FITNESS BENELUX Bijdorpplein 25 31 2992 LB Barendrecht THE NETHERLANDS LIFE FITNESS DO BRAZIL Av Dr Dib Sauaia Neto 1478 Alphaville Barueri SP 06465 140 BRAZIL LIFE FITNESS VERTRIEBS GMBH D ckegasse 7 9 3 36 1220 Vienna AUSTRIA CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 5100 North River Road Schiller Park Illinois 60176 U S A lifefitness com INTERNATIONAL OFFICES LIFE FITNESS IBERIA Pol Ind Moli dels Frares c C n 12 08620 Sant Viceng dels Horts Barcelona SPAIN LIFE FITNESS EUROPE GMBH Siemensstrasse 3 85716 Unterschleissheim GERMANY LIFE FITNESS ITALIA S R L Via Vittorio Veneto 57 A 39042 Bressanone Bolzano ITALY LIFE FITNESS LATIN AMERICA and CARIBBEAN 5100 North River Road Schiller Park Illinois 60176 U S A 8115401 Rev A 1 07 06 LIFE FITNESS UK LTD Queen Adelaide Ely Cambs CB7 4UB UNITED KINGDOM LIFE FITNESS JAPAN Nippon Brunswick Bldg 8F 5 27 7 Sendagaya Shibuya Ku Tokyo JAPAN 151 0051 Before using this product it is essential to read this ENTIRE user manual and ALL installation instructions This will help in setting up the equipment quickly and in instructing others on how to use it correctly and safely FCC Warning Possible Radio Television Interference
7. ION Do not attempt to lock the seat at a position higher than the minimum insertion depth marked on the seat post 8 How TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS The bike pedal safety straps keep the user s shoes on the pedals during workout The straps should fit comfortably but they also should be tight enough to prevent shoes from slipping at any point in the pedaling rotation Before working out the user should test and adjust the tightness of the straps The straps can be adjusted to fit a variety of shoe sizes Each strap is held in place by a spring loaded clip that is connected to the outer edge of each pedal To tighten a strap simply pull the loose end of the strap down It automatically locks into place with each pull To loosen a strap press down on the top of the clip and pull the strap up Release the clip to lock the strap into place Test the adjustment and change if necessary STARTING UP THE BIKE See Section 5 titled Specifications for power requirements Insert the AC adapter into an electrical outlet that has been properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances The exercise bike comes with a standard power supply for the U S or a power supply with country specific line cords Insert the power adapter jack into the barrel plug on the bottom of the exercise bike Then insert the power supply into the wall outlet Make sure the cord is routed so that it doesn t bind and will not be walked on
8. NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi dential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the user manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interfer ence to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encour aged to 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 e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Class HB Home Domestic use Not suitable for therapeutic purposes A CAUTION Any changes or modifications to this equipment could void the product warranty Any service other than cleaning or user maintenance must be performed by an authorized service representative There are no user serviceable parts TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 2 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3
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10. accessories that are not provided or recommended by Life Fitness Use this product in a well ventilated area Use this product on a solid level surface Make sure that all components are fastened securely These include the seat post saddle handlebars and pedals SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 1 2 SETUP Read the entire User Manual before setting up the exercise bike WHERE TO PLACE THE EXERCISE BIKE Following all safety instructions in Section 1 1 move the bike to the location in which it will be used See Section 5 titled Specifications for the dimensions of the footprint Allow a distance of four feet 120 centimeters between the bike and other objects or surfaces on either side How TO STABILIZE THE EXERCISE BIKE After placing the bike in position check the unit s stability by attempting to rock it in all directions Any slight rocking indi cates that the unit must be leveled Determine which foot is not resting completely on the floor Loosen the jam nut with an open end 17mm wrench and rotate the stabilizing foot to lower it Verify that the bike is stable and repeat the adjust ment as necessary until the unit no longer rocks Lock the adjustment by tightening the jam nut against the stabilizer bar How TO ADJUST THE SEAT TO ENSURE CORRECT BIOMECHANICAL POSITIONING Proper seat positioning minimizes unnecessary leg muscle fatigue To determine whether or not the seat requires adjust ment sit on
11. e bike is intend ed for use solely in the manner described in this manual Always follow the console instructions for proper operation Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children invalids or disabled persons Ifan exercise bike does not function properly after it has been dropped damaged or even partially immersed in water contact Customer Support Services for assistance Never insert objects into any opening in the exercise bike If an object should drop inside carefully retrieve it If the item is beyond reach contact Customer Support Services Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit except in an accessory tray Containers with lids are recommended Do not use the exercise bike outdoors near swimming pools or in areas of high humidity Keep all loose clothing shoelaces and towels away from the exercise bike pedals Keep the area around the exercise bike clear of any obstructions including walls and furniture Always be careful and exercise caution when mounting or dismounting the exercise bike Use the handlebar whenever additional stability is required Wear shoes with rubber or high traction soles Do not use shoes with heels leather soles cleats or spikes Do not use the bike in bare feet Do not tip the exercise bike on its side during operation Keep hands and feet away from all moving parts To ensure proper functioning of this product do not install attachments or
12. idential All electrical and mechanical components and labor are covered after the date of purchase as listed on the chart at the end of this section Non Residential Warranty void this Product is intended for residential use only WHO PAYS SHIPPING amp INSURANCE FOR SERVICE If the Product or any warranted part must be returned to a service facility for repairs Life Fitness will pay all shipping and insurance charges during the warranty period within the United States only The purchaser is responsible for shipping and insurance charges after the warranty has expired WHAT WE WILL DO TO CORRECT COVERED DEFECTS We will ship to you any new or rebuilt replacement part or component or at our option replace the Product Such replacement parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period WHAT IS NOT COVERED Any failures or damage caused by unauthorized service misuse accident negligence improper assembly or installation debris resulting from any construction activities in the Product s environment rust or corrosion as a result of the Product s location alter ations or modifications without our written authorization or by failure on your part to use operate and maintain the Product as set out in your User Manual Manual All terms of this warranty are void if this Product is moved beyond the continental borders of the United States of America excluding Alaska Hawaii and Canada and are then subjec
13. it and place the balls of the feet on the pedals The knee should bend slightly when the pedal is at the furthest point in its rotation relative to the body The user should be able to pedal without locking the knees or shifting in the seat Adjusting the seat The bike post features a vertical locking pin seat adjustment system which makes it easy and safe to change the height of the seat quickly To raise the seat first get off the bike Hold the seat turn the spring loaded knob on the right of the seat post once counter clockwise to loosen it and pull out the knob to unlock the post from its present position Pull the seat upward to the desired height and release the knob to let it lock into place Turn the knob once clockwise to tighten it Test and re adjust the seat height as necessary To lower the seat first get off the bike Hold the seat turn the spring loaded knob on the right of the seat post once counterclockwise to loosen it and pull out the knob to unlock the post from its present position Let the seat slide down to the desired height and release the knob to let it lock into place Turn the knob once clockwise to tighten it Test and re adjust the seat height as necessary We Ve We CC 30 D Loosen Pull out knob Push in knob adjust post knob and tighten CAUTION When using the height adjustment mechanism to change the height of a partially raised seat hold the seat to prevent it from falling on the CAUT
14. ness com or call the nearest Customer Support Services group For Product Service within the United States and Canada Telephone 1 847 451 0036 FAX 1 847 288 3702 Toll free telephone 800 351 3737 For Product Service Internationally Life Fitness Italia S R L Telephone 39 0472 835 470 FAX 39 0472 833 150 Toll free telephone 800 438836 Life Fitness Europe GmbH Telephone 49 089 317 751 66 FAX 49 089 317 751 38 Life Fitness UK LTD Telephone 44 1353 665507 FAX 44 1353 666018 Life Fitness Vertriebs GmbH Telephone 43 1615 7198 FAX 43 1615 7198 20 Life Fitness Atlantic BV 43 Life Fitness Benelux Telephone 31 0 180 64 66 66 FAX 31 0 180 64 66 99 Life Fitness Asia Pacific Ltd Telephone 852 2891 6677 FAX 852 2575 6001 Life Fitness Iberia Telephone 34 93 672 4660 FAX 34 93 672 4670 Life Fitness Latin America and Caribbean Telephone 1 847 288 3964 FAX 1 847 288 3886 Life Fitness Brazil Telephone 55 11 7295 2217 FAX 55 11 7295 2218 Life Fitness Japan Telephone 81 3 3359 4306 FAX 81 3 3359 4307 15 4 WARRANTY INFORMATION WHAT IS COVERED This Life Fitness consumer product Product is warranted to be free of all defects in material and workmanship WHO IS COVERED The original purchaser or any person receiving a newly purchased Product as a gift from the original purchaser HOW LONG IS IT COVERED Res
15. ss and the serial number of your Product consoles and frames may have separate serial numbers They will tell you how to get a replacement part or if necessary arrange for service where your Product is located EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON OUR PART We neither assume nor authorize any person to assure for us any other obligation or liability concerning the sale of this Product Under no circumstances shall we be liable under this warranty or otherwise of any damage to any person or property including any lost profits or lost savings for any special indirect secondary incidental or consequential damages of any nature arising out of the use of or inability to use this Product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or of liability for incidental or consequential damages so the above limita tions or exclusions may not apply to you Warranties may vary outside the U S Contact Life Fitness for details 17 CHANGES IN WARRANTY NOT AUTHORIZED No one is authorized to change modify or extend the terms of this limited warranty EFFECT OF U S STATE LAWS This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state LIFETIME
16. t to the terms provided by that country s local authorized Life Fitness Representative 16 WHAT YOU MUST DO Retain proof of purchase our receipt of the attached registration card assures registration of purchase information but is not required use operate and maintain the Product as specified in the Manual notify Customer Service of any defect within 10 days after discov ery of the defect if instructed return any defective part for replacement or if necessary the entire Product for repair Life Fitness reserves the right to decide whether or not a product is to be returned for repair USER MANUAL It is VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THE MANUAL before operating the Product Remember to perform the periodic mainte nance requirements specified in the Manual to assure proper operation and your continued satisfaction PRODUCT REGISTRATION Register online at lifefitness com registration Our receipt assures that your name address and date of purchase are on file as a registered owner of the Product Failure to return the card will not affect your rights under this warranty Being a registered owner assures coverage in the event you lose your proof of purchase Please retain your proof of purchase such as your bill of sale or receipt HOW TO GET PARTS amp SERVICE Simply call Customer Service at 1 800 351 3737 or 1 847 288 3300 Monday through Friday from 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m Central Standard Time and tell them your name addre
17. wick Corporation Any use of these trademark without the express written consent of Life Fitness is forbidden This Operation Manual describes the functions of the following products Life Fitness upright exercise bikes C1 C3 See Section 5 titled Specifications page in this manual for product specific features Statement of Purpose The exercise bike is a machine that simulates the movements of riding a bicycle at various speeds and levels of resistance Health related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equipment The manufacturer STRONGLY recommends seeing a physician for a complete medical exam before undertaking an exercise pro gram particularly if the user has a family history of high blood pressure or heart disease or is over the age of 45 or smokes has high cholesterol is obese or has not exercised regularly in the past year The manufacturer also recommends consulting a fitness professional on the correct use of this product If at any time while exercising the user experiences faintness dizziness pain or shortness of breath he or she must stop immediately 1 GETTING STARTED 1 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY WARNING The safety of the product can be maintained only if it is examined regularly for dam age and wear See Preventative Maintenance section for details Before using this product it is essential to read this ENTIRE operation manual and ALL instructions The exercis
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