User's Manual
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1. TAM Workout amp Nutrition Guide eococooo eocococoococoococococococoooooooo WORKOUT PLAN Weeks 1 4 3 5 sessions per week every other day Weeks 5 9 5 7 sessions per week Weeks 10 12 5 7 sessions per week Maintenance 3 5 sessions per week SAMPLE MEAL PLANNING 7 00 a m Carbohydrates Proteins 9 30 a m Carbohydrates Proteins 12 30 p m Carbohydrates Proteins 2 30 p m Vegetables Proteins 5 30 p m Vegetables Proteins Vegetables Proteins i Carbohydrates roteins i Every carb item should be 1 cup or less Chicken 1 Steamed brown rice Egg whites 1 Steamed wild rice e Fish Salmon Tuna 1 Whole wheat pasta e Lean Steaks 1 Oatmeal e Sweet potato e Beans i i Vegetables No canned or dried fruits H te Lettuce e Spinach 1 Grapefruit 11 Broccoli Cucumbers l LE 1 Green Apple 11 Eggplant Snow peas 1 lI LE LE lI LE 1 Cantaloupe e String beans Peppers 1 Honeydew melon Li 1 Berries Blueberries Raspberries I FA TRranEer Testing Your Physical Condition eoeccce Cee error eSeceseecesseeseseeosesesenesesseseseseooesl Conditioning Test Overview During the test to establish your level of physical conditioning your resting heart rate and working heart rate are used to calculate the pace of your exercise session The result is displayed on the LCD screen as a number 1 9 Higher numbers indicate higher levels of conditioning The conditioning test2. 3 minutes the device will shut down automatically There may be several reasons for this shut down a your workout efforts haven t been vigorous enough b the resting heart rate wasn t accurately established during initial setup c the Heart Rate sensor is not properly positioned on the earlobe or d the headset sensor has been damaged Please confirm that the original setup information is correct 24 FA TR INMNER Jogging Aerobics Mode COCO Oooo eee EHO oEELEH DEE HELE DESEO EE ESE EEE EO EED If you need to stop your exercise session early press and hold the Start Pause button for more than 3 seconds The FiTrainer will advance to the cool cown mode Cool Down It is important that your body be given time to readjust after the workout The FiTrainer automatically scales down the rhythmic beat during cool down providing a workable transition back to your normal heart rate Following the beat slow down gradually From jogging proceed to normal walking speed keeping time with the beat The cool down cycle runs 5 minutes and serves to conclude your session After cool down the FiTrainer displays a number on the LCD screen The number indicates the number of minutes your heart rate was sustained in the target zone The number of seconds are rounded up Even when a user quits early the number mentioned above will still appear in the display if the cool down mode is allowed to complete its cycle 25
3. Please remember to stretch and warm up before exercising Avoid using this product if you are under the influence of alcohol The controls for this device are used to set the intensity levels for your workout Please use great care when setting these levels If you are just starting an exercise routine set reasonable goals for yourself Start slowly then gradually scale the intensity of your workout to match your improving physical condition It is important to learn the difference between good pain and bad pain Consult with your doctor or sports trainer if you don t understand this difference If you feel ill when using this product if you become dizzy nauseated experience tightness in the chest or shortness of breath STOP EXERCISING IMMEDIATELY Do not force yourself to continue Ifthe symptoms persist please consult your doctor to avoid long term health problems 31 TAM Health amp Safety Precautions AN Caution The Heart Sensor for the FiTrainer clips to your ear During extended periods of exercise the clip may cause a mild irritation to the earlobe If this happens remove the sensor immediately Avoid traffic accidents Please do not use this device while driving an automobile riding a motorcycle or bicycle Avoid electric shock During a storm do not continue to use this device if there is a risk of lightning In a thunderstorm remove the headset at once to prevent injury Pla
4. The narration should also return to normal 3 Until you ve used the FiTrainer a few times you might not be able to fully predict how your heart will respond to the automatic pacing With a little experience you should eventually be able to sense the correct intensity for your workout When that happens the narration should be far less intrusive When I m warming up why does the voice keep saying that my heart rate is not measured correctly It could be that there is a problem with the sensor Maybe it needs to be cleaned Maybe it needs to be repositioned Another possibility if the sensor measures a heart rate less than 30 beats per minute or higher than or equal to 200 per minute it might not be able to accurately set the program Finally if the measured heart rate is lower than the resting heart rate used to regulate your workout routine the device may not be able to pace the routine accurately Why can t add time to my workout You can t extend workout time while you re in warm up or cool down Time can only be increased during the actual workout itself During workout you can add 5 minute extensions to your routine up to 20 minutes Why can t hear the narration or rhythmic beats Make sure that the volume is set high enough to be heard Adjust the levels with the volume control I ve connected an external music player to the Fitrainer Why can t hear the sound Be sure that the player is properly co
5. Trial Mode on page 15 12 FA TRranEer Settings and Controls COC ee ee ore esoerereseeeesreneeoreseoeeeeeoneS Exercise Routine Setup oO The exercise routine should be set at the beginning of the exercise session Turn on the FiTrainer by pressing and holding the Start Pause button for more than 3 seconds There are 4 exercise modes Walking Jogging Aerobics and Test for Conditioning Page through the 4 exercise routines by pressing the Selection button NEXT Walking Jogging aerobics Test for Conditioning AGE OP 6 y tp Press the Decision button SET when your exercise preference is displayed 13 TANI Settings and Controls sessen Audio Setup After selecting an exercise mode the next step is to select your audio routine You have two choices for an audio routine You may choose rhythm narration BGM or you may choose rhythm narration As you press the select button NEXT the display toggles between these two options Rhythm Narration BGM music Rhythm Narration Press the Decision button SET when your preferred audio routine appears in the display To listen to music from a portable audio player or radio connect the external device to the FiTrainer via the stereo mini plug jack The FiTrainer automatically switches to the external audio player when the stereo mini plug is attached Stereo mini plug cable 14 FA TRranEer Settings and Controls
6. listed under Initial Setup You must also reenter your heart rate measurement as described on Page 16 in the section How To Measure Your Heart Rate When you hear the instruction Please exercise according to your current condition from the right headphone you may begin warm up Selection button NEXT T 7 Decision m La SET Right side speaker Voice instruction is heard over the right earphone Jogging Aerobics 22 FETRAINGR Jogging Aerobics Mode llls How to start your Jogging Aerobics routine To achieve success with your new commitment to exercise always remember to warm up first Matching your movement to the rhythmic beat elevates your heart rate to the proper level Start your session with strenuous walking or light jogging then accelerate gradually The exercise part of your jogging aerobics routine begins after your heart rate has reached the target zone and held that rate for 1 minute If your heart rate reaches the target zone at the end of 5 minutes the exercise routine will begin immediately Pacing your effort to the programmed rhythm will help you reach your target f you need to end your exercise session before completion press and hold the Start Pause button for more than 3 seconds Pressing the Start Pause button for less than 3 seconds toggles the exercise routine between Play and Pause in warm up cool down modes The FiTrainer automatical
7. Jogging Aerobics Mode ecccococococococoococococococooooococoooo Warm up exercise cool down The Jogging Aerobic routines have three modes of operation warm up exercise and cool down Please note There are no specific guidelines in this manual for aerobics Jogging and Aerobics Jogging and aerobics can play a significant role in strengthening the heart and burning calories Increasing your aerobic intensity helps reduce fat in the hips and thighs areas otherwise difficult to target through diet alone For optimal results aerobic exercise should exceed 20 minutes However if your heart rate hits the target zone you can still strengthen your heart and burn fat in an exercise routine lasting 10 15 minutes After two weeks assuming three exercise sessions per week you should begin to feel the effects of your workout 21 TANI Jogging Aerobics Mod eeococococococococoocococococococoooooooooo How to set Jogging Aerobics Mode Turn on the FiTrainer by pressing and holding the Start Pause button for more than 3 seconds Press the Selection button NEXT to page through the optional exercise routines When the Jogging Aerobics icon is displayed press the Decision SET button After setting the routine position the headset and Heart Rate sensor and press the Start Pause button The first time you use the FiTrainer or after replacing the battery please remember to follow the instructions on Page 12
8. requires that you enter your age to assure the most accurate calculation Testing Procedure Follow these steps to test for your level of physical conditioning Turn on the FiTrainer by pressing and holding the Start Pause button for more than 3 seconds Press the Selection button NEXT to page through the optional exercise routines When the Test for Conditioning icon is displayed press the Decision SET button After setting the routine position the headset and Heart Rate sensor and press the Start Pause button The first time you use the FiTrainer or after replacing the battery please remember to follow the instructions on Page 12 listed under Initial Setup You must also reenter your heart rate measurement as described on Page 16 in the section How To Measure Your Heart Rate When you hear the instruction Please exercise according to your current condition from the right headphone you may begin warm up ART PAUSE button Selection button NEXT Decision button SET When you ve selected your exercise routine Right side speaker the previous test results will be displayed 5 The first time you use the FiTrainer or after the batteries have been replaced or your age Voice instruction is has been reset the physical conditioning test heard over the right earphone score displays as 0 0 Bey TAM Testing Your Physical Condition sese What to expect lt D
9. the jogging program is selected The icon blinks when the program is in standby mode Walking Icon The Walking icon lights when the walking program is selected The icon blinks when the program is in standby mode Test for Conditioning Display The Test for Conditioning icon lights when the testing program is selected The icon blinks when the program is in standby Age Display The Fitrainer allows for age input ages 16 79 Rhythm Display A blinking rhythm display indicates that the sound is in standby Please note The rhythms programmed into the device cannot be turned off Narration Display A blinking rhythm display indicates that the sound is in standby Please note The rhythms programmed into the device cannot be turned off Aerobics Icon The Aerobics icon lights when the aerobics program is selected The icon blinks when the program is in standby mode Low Battery Display When the battery is low the battery display blinks indicating that the batteries need to be replaced User Status Display Indicates the user s age Shows the programmed workout setting based on the Test for Conditioning Displays the targeted exercise score of a completed workout The letter P is displayed during a pause in exercise and blinks during the workout BGM Display The Background Music display lights when the BGM output is activated The display blinks when BGM i
10. your ears to warm them up before clipping the heart rate sensor to your earlobe This increases the accuracy of the sensor when reading your heart rate Ears come in different shapes and sizes Adjust the position of the clip sensor on your earlobe to discover the best placement for measuring your pulse Don t injure your ear or damage the sensor when removing the device from your earlobe Carefully loosen the clip first Then remove it Yanking the cable or the use unnecessary force may cause injury to you or damage the device When attaching the sensor avoid getting hair or clothing caught in the clip This can reduce the accuracy of the sensor Please remove earrings before attaching the sensor Do not place the clip over the hole of a pierced ear Hair clothing and uneven ear surfaces can lead to inaccurate measurement of the heart rate The heart rate sensor is a precision instrument When it is dirty please wipe it with a soft cloth If the sensor is stained dirty scratched or immersed in water it will not measure the heart rate correctly The manufacturer warrants this device to be free from defects in materials and workmanship when used according to the recommendations listed in this document The manufacturer does not guarantee the performance of Fitrainer if the battery is discharged or malfunctioning Do not attempt to disassemble this product 34 FA TRranEer Trainer Specifications secocoscoc
11. Age Setup When the word AGE and the flashing number 3 appear on the display the Fitrainer can be set to your age When you enter the Age Setup mode the number 3 is in the tensposition To set your age press the Selection button NEXT to page through the numbers in the tens position The numbers follow this order J gt Y gt S gt Br Tetra Tl When the display shows the correct number in the tens position press the Decision button SET to enter the number into your exercise routine When the number in the tens position is set the letter A blinks in the ones position Press the Selection button to page through the numbers in the ones position Please Note When the letter A is seen in the display you can run the Fitrainer in trial mode without measuring the heart rate For more information see page 16 Press the Decision button SET to select the correct number in the ones position 15 TAMI How To Measure Your Resting Heart Rate The FiTrainer scales the intensity of your workout according to your age and heart rate This is why it s important to properly measure your heart rate before you start exercising To accurately measure your resting heart rate you should be in a relaxed calm state The measurement will be stored and used for every workout session until the battery is replaced Please remember This device does not provide a resting heart rate display
12. FX TRENER User s Manual TAM To Our Valued Customers Thank you for purchasing the FiTrainer by Dr Itami Please read over this manual carefully before exercising with the Fitrainer Store this manual in a safe place you can remember incase you need to refer to this manual in the future FA Trainer Table of Contents What is the Filrainer s sssssessesessesesseseesesessesseseesesneseeneseessseesesnenes 5 Seven Levels of Exercise sssesssssesesseecseesseecseesusecsteesueesnteenteesnsees 6 PrOCUCt OVELVIQW srssessessssessesseeeseeseeseseesecseseesecnecsesecneensseeneeneaeneens 7 Reading the LCD Screen ss ssssssssssssssssseessesssssnssssseeesssessssannnssess 9 Headset OVErVview ss ssssssscsesssesnescssacsssvorssonsernssesessesbessssesnennoesoneseries 10 Operating the Fitrainer lt sssssssssessessesesseeeeeseeeeseesesseetseesesssenseniies 11 Settings and COMtrols rsesessecesssseesstesseceseeesceneeecennseceecnnecessnnasses 12 How To Measure Your Resting Heart Rate ss sseeeseeeseeeeee 16 ELAN C 17 Jogging Aerobics Mode vsssssssssesseseessesseestesnnnntnnnnennsnnsnsenssssssee 21 Workout and Nutrion Guide ssessseesssesseeecssecsseecseesseeenseesnsenneeeees 26 Testing Your Physical Condition sssssssssssssseseessssesseessssnsesee 27 Questions amp ANSWEIS srseseseseseseeseeeeeesseeeeseesteateneseeneensateneeneenentenes 29 Health amp Safety Precautions s ssrssssssseesssisseecesssneseesssssnnesse
13. The resting heart rate should be re measured as you grow older Starting the Test See page 10 for information about adjusting the headset and attaching the Heart Rate sensor Press the Start Pause button to begin testing The test takes approximately 30 seconds Your selected exercise routine begins as soon as the heart rate test is completed lf you must change into workout clothes or walking shoes after the test please remember to place the FiTrainer into Pause temporarily until you re ready to begin exercising For Best Results While testing your heart rate it is important that you sit or lie still in a relaxed manner for more than 5 minutes The final measurement is based on your overall heart rate average taken during a specified period of time When testing your heart rate the first digit of your age in the tens space is followed by the 2nd digit of your age in the ones place 34 years old 16 F TR INER Walking Mode Walking OME cw vessadnedaciedevecduescseceseieuasdeves Warm Up Exercise The Walking mode is divided into two routines warm up and exercise The Walking Advantage One of the things that makes walking such a wonderful exercise is that it produces low impact on the body particularly the joints Walking is perfect for middle aged or older users who seek to strengthen their hearts and stay in fit condition After walking for 20 minutes beta endorphins are released in the brain Those who
14. between Play and Pause The FiTrainer automatically powers down when the walking routine is suspended for longer than 5 minutes Proper Conditioning To achieve success with your new commitment to exercise always remember to warm up before you start Matching your movement to the rhythmic beat elevates your heart rate to the proper level Start slowly then accelerate gradually The exercise part of your walking routine begins after your heart rate has reached the target zone and held that rate for 1 minute If your heart rate reaches the target zone at the end of 5 minutes the exercise routine will begin immediately Pacing your effort to the programmed rhythm will help you reach your target 19 TAM Walking Mode eocooooo sococococoocooocococococococoocococococoooooooo How to start your walking routine In order to guide your heart rate to the target zone let the rhythmic beat establish the pace at which you exercise It takes approximately 55 minutes for the Walking mode to complete its routine If you need to end your exercise session before completion press and hold the Start Pause button for more than 3 seconds When you finish walking a number will appear on the display indicating how long your heartrate was in the target zone during your session You cannot increase the programmed length of your exercise session The Walking mode does not include a cool down routine 20 F TR IMER
15. e level of your heart rate with the goal of helping you maintain your heart rate in the Middle Area or the Ideal Heart Rate Zone At the end of your exercise routine the FiTrainer will display the number of minutes your pulse rate sustained in the Ideal Heart Rate Zone Following the beat Outside exercise the area more gently ePace to the beat Following the beat H ighest exercise area a bit more gently ePace to the beat Following the beat 4 exercising a bit more gently would be perfect The tempo becomes slower The target heart Pace to the beat rate zone is set up according to your j age resting heart Middle area lt 4 rate and type of exercise Exercise at this pace eNo programmed rhythm to pace Ideal Heart Rate Zone Following the beat exercising lt a little harder would be perfect oO O N i 13 o F 10 e ePace to the beat Following the beat Lowest lt 4 exercise area slightly harder ePace to the beat Following the beat Outside lt 4 exercise the area much harder ePace to the beat The tempo becomes faster FA TRanEer Product Overview Gently remove the left ear pad With the left ear pad removed you will see the battery compartment Loosen the cover screws and remove the battery cover Left earpad Battery cover CAUTION Be sure to orient the battery Put the battery box cover back and poles correctly
16. ee 31 FiTrainer Specifications teetseeetetteseeteteeeneeteesennneceecnnnsees 35 Customer Care senne e E Tee aa 36 ATRaINEeER What is the Fitrainer COC e oo eee EE OT EH EEE HOHE HEEHEDEHEEH EEO EH EOHEEH EOS OEE DELLE The Filrainer is an electronic coaching device that uses programmed narration rhythm and music to help improve your walking jogging or running exercise routines After inputting your age and initial pulse rate the FiTrainer will determine your ideal heart rate zone for exercising according to the Karvonen Method a system developed in association with the IPA and recommended by the American College of Sports Medicine As you exercise FiTrainer s programmed narration rhythmic beat and music will guide you through your routine and scale the intensity of exercise depending on your pulse rate To ensure maximum enjoyment while exercising the FiTrainer also allows the option of exercising to your favorite MP3 music files Jogging Mode Display Following the beat exercise more gently You are exercising in a is will begin 72a Sas Following the beat exercise slightly harder Well done Let s continue to exercise regularly EUREC depends on the heart rate TAM Seven Levels of Exercise COC oO OHH EEO ETEHEEE HOHE ESTED ETEOH EEO ED EOHEEH EO HOLE ED EOOES The FiTrainer divides your heart rate into seven areas during exercise The narration or rhythm changes according to th
17. emove the battery if the unit is not to be used for extended periods Do not short circuit the batteries Never recharge them apply heat to them attempt to take them apart or place them in an open fire Inthe event that fluid from a leaking battery gets into your eyes flush your eyes with water Get medical attention immediately If battery fluid gets on your skin or clothes wash the affected area with water as soon as possible the FiTrainer is not waterproof Do not expose it to rain or immerse it in water Direct contact with water or other liquids can cause the device to malfunction As the battery reaches the end of its charge a flashing battery icon is displayed on the LCDscreen The unit powers down automatically after 30 seconds Replace the discharged batteries to return to normal function For best results do not expose this product to extreme temperatures dust moisture or direct sunlight If the FiTrainer appears to be damaged or doesn t seem to be working properly do not attempt to use it After the packaging for the FiTrainer is opened and no longer needed please discard all packing materials 33 TAM Health amp Safety Precautions Health amp safety Frecautions cesscescceeccecs Safety Precautions Please be careful when using the heart rate sensor Do not yank twist or otherwise stress the cabling or its connections with unnecessary force n cold weather gently massage
18. iner into pause by pressing the Start Pause button Remember holding the button down for more than 3 seconds turns the device off Pause mode is indicated by the letter P on the display The device cannot by paused when the Test for Conditioning is in running Restart from Pause Restart the Fitrainer from pause by pressing the Start Pause button Remember pressing and holding the button for more than 3 seconds turns the device off When the device is running the letter P disappears from the display 11 TANI Settings and Controls seess Initial Setup The first time this device is used or after replacing the battery the FiTrainer must be set up according to the 4 steps listed below Selection button NEXT Decision button SET LCD screen START PAUSE button START PAUSE 1 Set the program for walking jogging aerobics or Test for Conditioning 2 Set the audio for rhythm narration music BGM or rhythm narration BGM indicates background music 3 Set the age of the user The input allows a selectable range from 16 79 years old 4 Press the START PAUSE button START PAUSE to establish the resting heart rate Combined with the user s age the FiTrainer uses the resting heart rate to scale the workout intensity to match the user s condition The device does not provide heart monitor display A resting heart rate cannot be established in trial mode See
19. ly powers down when the jogging aerobics routine is suspended for longer than 5 minutes 23 TAM Jogging Aerobics Mode COCO Oooo EEE ETO DEL ESO EEE TED EEOEE EOE EEE EO EED What to expect As you exercise pace your efforts to the electronic rhythmns produced by the FiTrainer The beat will guide your heart rate to the target zone This scaled rhythm is part of the magic built into the FiTrainer When you ve reached the target heart rate the program monitors your steady pace for 15 minutes then gradually slows the tempo leading you to cool down lt Extending Workout Time gt When the heart rate settles into the target zone but doesn t hold that rate for a full 15 minutes the device automatically extends the workout This automatic extension happens only once during the session The additional time is added to boost the results of an exercise session where the targeted heart rate has not be sustained over the course of the workout lt Extending Workout Time Manual and Automatic gt As you exercise if you want more time added to your session press either the Selection NEXT button or the Descision SET button Time can be added in 5 minute blocks up to 20 minutes Asyou exercise if you want to cancel the extended time press and hold either the Selection NEXT button or the Decision SET button for more than 3 seconds As you exercise if your heart rate falls below the target zone for more than
20. nnected to the input jack on the FiTrainer Also check to see that the external player is actually running Finally make sure that the volume levels on both the FiTrainer and the external player are not set to their lowest levels Q10 can t see anything on the LCD display What s wrong A 10 Did you press and hold Start Pause for more than 3 seconds This turns off the FiTrainer The other possibility might be that the battery has fully discharged When you replace it with fresh battery the LCD display should return to its normal state 30 FA TRAINER Health amp Safety Precautions AN Caution People with heart problems diabetes hypertension or respiratory illness people under a doctor s orders to limit their activities people who are pregnant or may become pregnant people with low back pain or knee problems should consult with a physician before using this product People over 55 or people unaccustomed to daily exercise should also consult with a doctor or sports trainer before using this product Please exercise with care If you have heart problems diabetes hypertension or a respiratory condition please let your doctor help you set up the safest possible exercise routine This product is designed to help you maximize the results of your exercise program It is not intended for use as a medical device Results from using the Fitrainer vary from person to person Avoid unexpected injury or accident
21. ocococococoococococococooooo Routine Maintenance Clean the FiTrainer with a slightly damp cloth If the earpads need cleaning remove them from the device and gently wash them in water Do not scrub or use force when wiping the headset Rough handling of the device or its sensor will result in damage Product Specifications Main Component Terminal 3 5m MINI JACK Other function Auto Power Off about 5 minutes Low voltage detect function OperatingTemperature Range O 40 C Power Supply DRY CELLAAA ALKALI Battery PCS 1 Battery Life About 15 hours Room temperature in constant use 35 TAVI Customer Care cocccocooccoocococsococooocoococococooocoocococococooooocoooo Thank you for buying our products Our goal is to provide you with products of the highest possible quality If there are any quality control problems with your new device please contact our Customer Consultation Center Our mission involves bringing innovation and reliability to every product we create For this reason slight changes may be introduced into products or packaging as we endeavor to improve the customer experience This is often the explanation for why a product does not perfectly match the illustrations or photographs in a user s guide or the difference between products with the same model number 36
22. s in standby TANI Headset Overview Carefully position the headset with both hands Adjust headset placement to insure stability during your workout Adjust the neckband for comfort before positioning the earpads Attach the Heart Rate sensor to the left earlobe Left Right Using the Heart Rate Sensor Securely attach the Heart Rate Sensor to the earlobe Correct placement of the sensor varies from person to person If the heart rate isn t registering correctly reposition the sensor for best results If your ears are cold it is difficult to measure your heart rate On a cold day massage your earlobes first before attaching the sensor This will improve the sensor readings CAUTION The Heart Rate sensor and cabling are fragile Yanking the cable or applying unnecessary force to the sensor may damage the device and its connections 10 F TR IMER Operating the Fitrainer Turning ON the FiTrainer Hold down the Start Pause button for 3 seconds until the display screen lights When the display comes up the unit is ready to use Turning OFF the FiTrainer With the device is in standby press and hold the Start Pause button for 3 seconds until the display screen goes blank When the display blanks the unit is off Auto Shutdown When there is no input from the Heart Rate sensor the device powers down automatically after 5 minutes Pause Control Place the FiTra
23. uring Warm Up gt As you warm up you will hear a rhythmic beat to which you should pace your movement Done correctly the programmed rhythm should bring your heart to the target zone and set the pace for your workout Start with strenuous walking or slow jogging as you warm up If your heart rate fails to reach the target zone within 5 minutes please suspend the test lt During the Exercise Session gt As you exercise pacing your effort to the FiTrainer s rhythmic beat should bring your heartrate into the target zone Continue to pace your exercise to the rhythm as you follow your jogging aerobic routine During the test if your heart rate fails to settle into the target zone for more than 3 minutes accurate measurement of your level of conditioning is impossible If this happens the device will automatically shut down If the heart rate fails to reach the target zone in the last minute of this 5 minute test the program will automatically terminate The target zone for the physical conditioning test is the same for both jogging and aerobics lt Final Calculation gt When the exercise part of the conditioning test is finished please remain still for 60 seconds After 60 seconds you will be audibly informed about your level of conditioning Additionally the information will be displayed on the LCD screen During the exercise portion of the conditioning test the device cannot be paused Since there is no cool do
24. walk on a regular basis often describe this release as bringing them a sense of well being and even stress relief 17 TAM Walking Mode cocoocooo cocococcocooococooocococoooococococooooooococoooo How to set Walking Mode Turn on the FiTrainer by pressing and holding the Start Pause button for more than 3 seconds Press the Selection button NEXT to page through the optional exercise routines When the Walking icon is displayed press the Decision SET button After setting the routine position the headset and Heart Rate sensor and press the Start Pause button The first time you use the FiTrainer or after replacing the battery please remember to follow the instructions on Page 12 listed under Initial Setup You must also reenter your heart rate measurement as described on Page 16 in the section How To Measure Your Heart Rate When you hear the instruction Please exercise according to your current condition from the right headphone you may begin warm up Selection button NEXT DE A Decision button SET TT START PAUSE Cc START PAUSE button X E RI Diii Right side speaker Pai Voice instruction is heard over the right earphone Walking 18 F TR INMER Walking Mode To cancel the warm up routine press the Start Pause button for more than 3 seconds Pressing the Start Pause button for less than 3 seconds toggles the exercise routine
25. when inserting the tighten the screws up Finally put back battery A battery must be installed for the FiTrainer to function It requires one AAA Alkaline battery sold separately Batterylife may vary with the average being 15 hours Low battery alert As the battery reaches the end of its charge the battery display blinks and a programmed voice will warn Remaining battery is depleting Changing the batteries is recommended After 30 seconds the unit will power down To return to normal operation please replace the battery The battery display continues blinking even when no battery is present Without a properly installed fully charged battery the FiTrainer will not operate 37e TAM Product Overview COP CeO o oH e EHTEL EE EOOTE LETH DEE EEO EEO EES OOOOH EOHOLELE DESEO Battery compartment inside the left ear pad Selection button NEXT Decision button SET LCD screen Volume adjustment dial START PAUSE button Ear Pads Speaker located inside the right ear pad Reset switch located inside the right ear pad Neck band Battery compartment pg External audio connector Stereo input mini plug Heart Rate sensor for portable music players Clips to the earlobe to moldiseparately measure heart rate F TR INER the LCD Screen socococococococoococococococococoooocococococooooo Readin eococooo Jogging Icon The Jogging icon lights when
26. wn during the conditioning test please allow the device time to complete its calculation before turning it off PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY If you feel ill or sense that something is physically wrong with you during the test PLEASE STOP EXERCISING AT ONCE 28 FA TRAINER Questions amp Answers ececcocooccoocococccocooocoococococooocoococococococoooooooo Q1 A1 Q2 A2 Q3 A3 Q4 A4 Q5 A5 Why do I feel so bad when I exercise I m in fairly average condition There may be three possible answers to this question 1 Your resting heart rate may not have been setup correctly If your heart rate is higher than usual during the test the target rate may be too high The solution would be to redo the measurement of your resting heart rate and re enter your age 2 Perhaps you made a mistake and entered incorrect data Make sure that you entered the correct age designation during setup 3 Finally the sensor may be providing the FiTrainer with inaccurate feedback Make sure the sensor is clean and positioned correctly on your earlobe I m in pretty good shape so why am having trouble keeping the beat and reaching the target zone Even if you are in above average physical condition the target heart rate can be difficult to achieve It might also difficult to keep up with the program s automatic pacing at first After getting out of the swimming pool on a cold day can t seem to get the Fitrainer to
27. work like it s supposed to What s the problem When your ears are cold the capillaries of the earlobes are constricted decreasing the blood flow to the very place where the Heart Rate sensor is attempting to take a reading Try massaging your ears to warm them up a little before attaching the sensor and restarting your exercise program I still can t get the correct heart rate reading What do I do next It may be that you need to adjust the Heart Rate sensor s position on your ear For most of us the most consistent readings occur when the sensor is placed on the upper part of the earlobe Why does the narration keep changing while I m exercising Changing narration may result from dramatic fluctuations in your heart rate Here are a few possible explanations 1 Sudden changes in heart rate and the sudden fatigue that accompanies it might be related to smoking or the influence of alcohol The FiTrainer senses these abrupt changes and attempts to correct your routine The best course of action in such a situation is to stop exercising 29 TAVI Questions amp Answers cecccocooccoocococococooccooococococooocoococococococooocoooo Q6 A6 Q7 A7 Q8 A8 Q9 A9 2 If you are exercising in direct sunlight one minute then in the shade the next the sensor might falsely trigger your heart rate In this situation the best advice would be for you to stay in the shade until the sensor s functioning returns to normal
28. yback volume should be set at a moderate level If the volume is too loud you might not be able to distinguish the ambient sounds around you This is especially important when you are using FiTrainer in a crowded area near a busy roadway or construction site Failure to hear ambient sounds can result in unexpected injury or accident Please take great care when setting the volume level for this device When audio playback is set too high for extended periods of use one of the results can be a significant and permanent hearing loss Please do not store or operate this device around heaters furnaces or open flames Don t erase the magnetic stripe on your ATM card Headsets like the one with the FiTrainer use magnets which can corrupt magnetically stored data on personal ID cards and creditcards Avoid placing the headset atop magnetic data storage devices Never use rechargeable batteries NiCd or Oxyride batteries Please be careful to install the battery according to the recommended orientation of the poles 32 FA TRraneEer Health amp Safety Precautions eee AN Caution The LCD display for the FiTrainer varies according to model With the FiTrainer the heart rate is based on the pulse rate Avoid battery problems Misuse of batteries can result in electrolyte leakage over heating and the possibility of explosion To insure safe battery operation please keep the following in mind Please r
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