Horizon Fitness E401 User's Manual
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1. FRIDAY SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 45 zd S MONTHLY LOG SHEETS M MONTH MONTHLY GOAL RS WEEK DISTANCE CALORIES QS E ES 5 lt 5 MONTHLY TOTALS S cm MONTHLY GOAL ME DISTANCE CALORIES SE MONTHLY TOTALS 53 130119 5 E Er MONTH MONTHLY GOAL WEEK DISTANCE CALORIES JINUNIINIV 9 9 00 5379 041 MONTHLY TOTALS E401_Rev 1 5 indd 26 27 ALNVUUVM 071 0 TROUBLESHOOTING Your Horizon Series elliptical is designed to be reliable However if you do experience problems with your elliptical please reference the troubleshooting guide listed below PROBLEM The console does not turn on SOLUTION Verity the following The outlet the machine is plugged into is functional Double check that the breaker has not tripped The correct adapter is being used Only use the adapter provided or authorized by Horizon Fitness e The adapter is not pinched or damaged and is properly plugged into the outlet AND the machine e Unplug power cord Remove the console and check that all connections to the console are secure and not damaged or pinched NOTE If your console uses batteries they may need to be replaced PROBLEM The console turns on but the Time RPM2. ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401 Rev 1 5 indd 28 29 HEART RATE TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM There is no heart rate reading SOLUTION Remove the console and verify that the heart rate cables are attached properly making sure that the cables are securely inserted into the console YOU MAY EXPERIENCE AN ERRATIC HEART RATE READOUT UNDER THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS e Gripping the heart rate handlebars too tight Try to maintain moderate pressure while holding onto the heart rate handlebars e Constant movement and vibration due to constantly holding the heart rate grips while exercising e When you are breathing heavily during a workout e When your hands are constricted by wearing a ring e When your hands are dry or cold Iry moistening your palms or rubbing them together to warm e Anyone with heavy arrhythmia e Anyone with arteriosclerosis or peripheral circulation disorder e Anyone whose skin on the measuring palms is especially thick NOTE Check your exercise environment for sources of interference such as high power lines large motors etc Outside interference sources such as computers motors and fluorescent lights may cause the heart rate reading to be erratic If the above troubleshooting section does not remedy the problem discontinue use and turn the power off J l CALL CUSTOMER TECH SUPPORT AT THE NUMBER ON THE BACK PANEL WHEN YOU ARE NEAR THE EQUIPMENT The following information may be asked of you when
3. Below are some common exercise goals e Weight Loss lower intensity longer duration workouts e Improve Body Shape and Tone interval workouts alternate between hi and low intensities e Increased Energy Level more frequent daily workouts e mproved Sports Performance high intensity workouts mproved Cardiovascular Endurance moderate intensity longer duration workouts If possible try to define your personal goals in precise measurable terms and then put your goals in writing The more specific you can be the easier it will be to track your progress If your goals are long term divide them up into monthly and weekly segments Longer term goals can lose some of the immediate motivation benefits Short term goals are easier to achieve Your console provides you with several readouts that can be used to record your progress You can track Distance Calories or Time KEEPING AN EXERCISE DIARY To make your personal exercise log book photocopy the weekly and monthly log sheets which are located on the following pages or you can print them off of your computer by going to www horizontitness com guides weeklylog pdf www horizontitness com guides monthlylog pdf As your fitness improves you can look back see how far you ve come BEFORE IMPORTANT OPERATION YOU BEGIN d PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION ELLIPTICAL GUIDELINES S S S S TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05
4. 15 YEARS Horizon Fitness warrants the brake against defects in workmanship and materials for the period of fifteen years of the original owner ELECTRONICS amp PARTS 1 YEAR Horizon Fitness warrants the electronic components and all original parts for a period of one year from the date of original purchase so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner LABOR e 1 YEAR Horizon Fitness shall cover the labor cost for the repair of the device for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS Who is covered e The original owner and is not transferable What IS covered Repair or replacement of a defective motor electronic component or defective part and is the sole remedy of the warranty What IS NOT covered Normal wear and tear improper assembly or maintenance or installation of parts or accessories not originally intended or compatible with the equipment as sold Damage or failure due to accident abuse corrosion discoloration of paint or plastic neglect theft vandalism fire flood wind lightning freezing or other natural disasters of any kind power reduction fluctuation or failure from whatever cause unusual atmospheric conditions collision introduction of foreign objects into the covered unit or modifications that are unauthorized or not recommended by H
5. hold You may experience an erratic readout if consistently holding the grip pulse handlebars Make sure to clean the pulse sensors to ensure proper contact can be maintained IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN o SE lt SS OS TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 41 AM SNOILNVIFUd INULYOdWI 011204041 18 155 NI338 340118 om FOE 955 9 ic SE 3JNVN31NIVM 9 SINITIGING JNILOOHSITENOUL ININOILIQNOD ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401_Rev 1 5 indd 18 19 PROGRAM PROFILES If the resistance is adjusted up or down during the workout the rest of the profiles will adjust up or down by the same amount 7 v PI MANUAL Allows you to adjust the resistance level to your preference without a preset program Time based goal A P2 INTERVALS Improves your strength speed and endurance by raising and lowering the resistance levels through out your workout to involve both your heart and muscles INTERVALS SEGMENT RESISTANCE WARM UP PROGRAM SEGMENTS REPEAT COOL DOWN 30 90 90 30 30 90 30 90 90 30 30 90 60 60 60 60 1 2 35 4 5 6 758 9 10 1 12 I3 4 15 16 I2 18 19 20 1 2 2 3 5 1 1 5 5 1 5 1 1 5 5 1 3 2 2 1 MOUNTAIN Simulates climbin
6. s do not count SOLUTION Verify the following e Unplug power cord Remove the console and check that all connections to the console are secure and not damaged or pinched f doing the above does not fix the problem the speed sensor and or magnet may have become dislodged or damaged PROBLEM The resistance levels seem to be incorrect seeming too hard or too easy SOLUTION Verify the following The correct adapter is being used Only use the adapter provided or authorized by Horizon Fitness Reset the console and allow the resistance to reset to the default position Restart and retry the resistance levels PROBLEM The roller wheels appear to be leaving particles on the guide rails SOLUTION This is considered normal wear of the elliptical wheels To remove simply wipe off the roller wheels and guide rails with a damp cloth PROBLEM The elliptical makes a squeaking or chirping noise SOLUTION Verify the following The elliptical is on a level surface Loosen all bolts attached during the assembly process grease the threads and tighten again BEFORE IMPORTANT OPERATION YOU BEGIN d PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION ELLIPTICAL CONDITIONING GUIDELINES E S 5 5 RE amp MAINTENANCE HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 46 AM SNOILNVIFUd ANVLUOdWI 011204041 18 155 NI338 340118 011 4140 1 2 141711 511130108 ININOILIGNOD o IL rn zc S
7. you call Please have these items readily available e Model Name e Serial Number e ate of Purchase receipt or credit card statement In order for Customer Tech Support to service your elliptical they may need to ask detailed questions about the symptoms that are occurring Some troubleshooting questions that may be asked are e How long has this problem been occurring e Does this problem occur with every use With every user e f you are hearing a noise does it come from the front back or inside What kind of noise is it thumping grinding squeaking chirping etc e f you are having a resistance problem what is occurring Is the resistance always too hard or too easy Does the resistance respond when pushing the buttons on the console Does the resistance constantly cycle through the levels during the workout e Has the machine been maintained per the maintenance schedule e Does the problem occur when using the handlebars Without using the handlebars Answering these and other questions will give the technicians the ability to send proper replacement parts and the service necessary to get you and your Horizon Fitness elliptical running again COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS ARE THE SOUNDS MY ELLIPTICAL MAKES NORMAL Our ellipticals are some of the quietest available because they use belt drives and friction free magnetic resistance We use the highest grade bearings and belts to minimize noise However because the resist
8. 44 AM NI338 NOA SNOILNVIIUd 011 4140 1 2 141711 SINITIGINI S S E gt Q 3JNVN31NIVM 9 9 00 5379 041 ALNVUUVM 071 0 WEEKLY LOG SHEETS SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME COMMENTS MONDAY SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME COMMENTS INTRODUCTION TUESDAY MONDAY WEDNESDAY TUESDAY IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS THURSDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY THURSDAY SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME FRIDAY COMMENTS MONDAY SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME COMMENTS ASSEMBLY BEFORE YOU BEGIN TUESDAY MONDAY WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY THURSDAY SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME FRIDAY ELLIPTICAL OPERATION COMMENTS MONDAY SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME COMMENTS GUIDELINES 5 S TUESDAY MONDAY WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY THURSDAY TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS E401 Rev 1 5 indd 24 25
9. D LOWER LINK ARM PEDAL ARM A Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 4 B Align the bracket on the LEFT LOWER LINK ARM with the tube on the LEFT PEDAL ARM C Slide the SPACER D through the LINK ARM BRACKET and the PEDAL ARM so it can t rotate D Insert 2 TEFLON WASHERS E between the PEDAL ARM and the LINK ARM BRACKET E Secure the joint with a FLAT WASHER F and BOLT G F Repeat on the other side HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 4 CONTENTS SPACER 0 TEFLON WASHER Qty 2 mm Qty 4 FLAT WASHER F BOLT G 35 mm 15mm Qty 2 Qty 2 ASSEMBLY STEP 5 LOWER LINK ARM LOWER HANDLEBAR TEFLON WASHERS SPACER LOWER HANDLEBAR BOLT J NUT K ary SPACER H LOWER LINK ARM TEFLON WASHERS I A Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 5 B Slide SPACER H into LOWER LINK ARM Place TEFLON WASHERS I on either side of SPACER H While holding TEFLON WASHERS I slide LOWER LINK ARM into bottom end of LOWER HANDLEBAR D Insert BOLT J into LOWER HANDLEBAR and secure using NUT K E Repeat on other side HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 5 CONTENTS 44 mm 28 4 mm SPACER H TEFLON WASHER I Qty 2 Qty 4 NUT K INSIDE DIAMETER 8 mm Qty 2 BOLT J 60 mm Qty 2 CONDITIONING ELLIPTICAL BEFORE IMPORTANT GUIDELINES OPERATION YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTI
10. Failure to do so may cause premature electronic failure b AWARNING b ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT READ THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE There are several areas during the assembly process of a elliptical that special attention must be paid It is very important to follow the assembly instructions correctly and to make sure all parts are firmly tightened If the assembly instructions are not followed correctly the elliptical could have frame parts that are not tightened and will seem loose and may cause irritating noises To prevent damage to the elliptical the assembly instructions must be reviewed and corrective actions should be taken UNPACKING Unpack the product where you will be using it Place the product on a level flat surface It is recommended that you place a protective covering on your floor During each assembly step ensure that ALL nuts and bolts are in place and partially threaded in before completely tightening any ONE bolt NOTE A light application of grease may aid in the installation of hardware Any grease such as lithium bike grease is recommended Before proceeding find your elliptical s serial number located on the front stabilizer tube and enter it in the space provided below Also locate the model name which is located on the side cover badge ENTER YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND MODEL NAME IN THE BOXES BELOW SERIAL NUMBER MODEL NAME Refer to the SERIA
11. HORIZON SERIES FOR MODEL F401 ELLIPTICAL USER S GUIDE INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION CONGRATULATIONS and THANK YOU for your purchase of this Horizon elliptical S Whether your goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fuller healthier lifestyle a Horizon elliptical can Sz help you attain it adding club quality performance to your at home workouts with the ergonomics e and innovative features you need to get stronger and healthier faster Because we re committed to designing fitness equipment from the inside out we use only the highest quality components It s a commitment we back with one of the strongest frame to brake warranty packages in the industry gt You want exercise equipment that offers the most comfort the best reliability and the highest 5 quality in its class 3 The Horizon E401 delivers TABLE OF CONTENTS Se aS gt Important Precautions 4 EIS RE Su Assembly Before You Begin 14 Elliptical Operation 15 za Conditioning Guidelines 20 25 Q Troubleshooting amp Maintenance 27 Eu Limited Warranty 21 25 CONTACT INFORMATION Back Panel BS ce ee E HORIZON WARRANTY E401 Rev 1 5 indd 2 3 2 29 08 10 05 25 AM 0112040841 mem 2S cm 18 155 NI338 340118 SINITIGING 011 4140 ININOILIGNOD 1 2 141711 3JNVN31NIVM 9 9 00 5379 041 ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401_Rev 1 5
12. L NUMBER and MODEL NAME when calling for service Also enter this serial number on your Warranty Card CONDITIONING ELLIPTICAL BEFORE IMPORTANT GUIDELINES OPERATION YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 26 AM ATAWISSY SNOUNYITUd NOIINGOYINI NI338 340118 SINITIGING 011 4140 ININOILIQNOD 1 21141711 3JNVN31NIVM 9 NILOOHSTIINOYL ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401_Rev 1 5 indd 6 7 UPPER HANDLEBAR CONSOLE HANDLEBAR COVER GRIP PULSE CONSOLE MAST WATER BOTTLE HOLDER lt LOWER HANDLEBAR TOP COVER LOWER LINK ARM PEDAL ARM WHEEL COVER PIVOTING FOOT PAD TOOLS INCLUDED PARTS INCLUDED C 5mm Allen Wrench C 6mm Allen Wrench C Phillips Screw Driver C 13 15mm Flat Wrench C 1 Console C 1 Console Mast C 1 Front Stabilizer Tube C 2 Upper Handlebars C 2Lower Handlebars C 2Lower Link Pivoting Foot Pads C 2Handlebar Cover Sets C 2 Covers C 1 HORIZON FITNESS 12 Volt Power Adapter 1 Water Bottle Holder C 4 Hardware Bags If you have questions or if there are any missing parts contact Customer Tech Support Contact information is located on the back panel of this manual For a complete exploded diagram visit us at www horizonfitness com ASSEMBLY STEP 1 BOLT A SPRING WASHER B F
13. LAT WASHER C MAIN FRAME FRONT STABILIZER TUBE A Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 1 B Attach the FRONT STABILIZER TUBE to the MAIN FRAME using 2 BOLTS A 2 SPRING WASHERS B and 2 FLAT WASHERS HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 1 CONTENTS BOLT A SPRING WASHER B FLAT WASHER C 20 mm 18 mm 20 mm Qty 2 Qty 2 Qty 2 N CONDITIONING ELLIPTICAL BEFORE IMPORTANT GUIDELINES OPERATION YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 29 AM ATAWISSY SNOUNYITUd NOIINGOYINI NI338 340118 SINITIGING 011 4140 ININOILIQNOD 1 21141711 3JNVN31NIVM 9 NILOOHSTIINOYL ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401_Rev 1 5 indd 8 9 ASSEMBLY STEP 2 m D gt BOLT A SPRING WASHER B em CONSOLE MAST FLAT WASHER C gt e 3 CONSOLE MAST BOOT CONSOLE WIRES TOP FRONT COVER gt 4 ZC TOP BACK COVER MAIN FRAME Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 2 Carefully pull the CONSOLE WIRES through the CONSOLE MAST using the twist tie located inside the CONSOLE MAST Attach the CONSOLE MAST to the MAIN FRAME using 4 BOLTS A 4 SPRING WASHERS B and 4 FLAT WASHERS Insert the TOP FRONT COVER followed by the TOP BACK COVER and snap them together Slide CONSOLE MAST BOOT down to seal the console mast hole DO NOT PINCH WIRES HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 2 CO
14. NTENTS BOLT A SPRING WASHER B FLAT WASHER C 20 mm 18 mm 20 mm Qty 4 Qty 4 Qty 4 ASSEMBLY STEP 3 UPPER HANDLEBAR PRE ATTACHED SET SCREWS P3 PRE ATTACHED hi BOLT amp WASHER p r y Q CONSOLE MAST LOR W NOTE There is NO hardware bag for this step All hardware is pre installed A Remove PRE ATTACHED BOLT amp WASHERS from CONSOLE MAST B Slide LOWER HANDLEBARS onto CONSOLE MAST and attach by re inserting PRE ATTACHED BOLT amp WASHERS C Slide UPPER HANDLEBARS onto LOWER HANDLEBARS and align NOTCH with TAB making sure handlebars are joined together completely Secure UPPER HANDLEBARS to LOWER HANDLEBARS using PRE ATTACHED SET SCREWS D Repeat on other side A WARNING After handlebars are assembled they will rotate freely be cautious Until the machine is fully assembled do not grab the handlebars for support CONDITIONING ELLIPTICAL BEFORE IMPORTANT GUIDELINES OPERATION YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 32 AM ATAWISSY SNOUNYITUd NOIINGOYINI NI338 340118 3NITIUIT3 011 4140 ININOILIQNOD 1 21141711 3JNVN31NIVM 9 INILOOHSTIINOYL ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401_Rev 1 5 indd 10 11 ASSEMBLY STEP 4 TEFLON WASHERS E FLAT WASHER F BOLT 6 SS aa LINK ARM BRACKET SPACER
15. ON TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 37 AM SNOLLNVIIUd INULYOdWI 011204041 ATSW3SSV NI338 340118 SINITIGING 011 4140 ININOILIQNOD 1 21141711 3JNVN31NIVM 9 NILOOHSTIINOYL ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401_Rev 1 5 indd 12 13 ASSEMBLY STEP 6 UPPER HANDLEBAR BACK HANDLEBAR COVER CONSOLE MAST WATER BOTTLE HOLDER we KS A n d PRE ATTACHED SCREWS gt FRONT HANDLEBAR COVER e L NOTE There is NO hardware bag for this step All hardware is pre installed A Attach WATER BOTTLE CAGE to CONSOLE MAST using PRE ATTACHED SCREWS B Snap the front and back HANDLEBAR COVERS together onto the UPPER HANDLE BARS Note the position of the snap tabs on the covers before snapping into position C Repeat on other side ASSEMBLY STEP 7 NOTE There is NO hardware bag for this step All hardware is pre installed A Attach the CONSOLE MAST wires to the CONSOLE WIRES CONSOLE 4 Pia PRE ATTACHED B Carefully tuck the CONSOLE WIRES into fe T0000 SCREWS the CONSOLE MAST before attaching the CONSOLE CONSOLE C Attach CONSOLE to the CONSOLE MAST using the 4 PRE ATTACHED SCREWS screws will have to be removed from the CONSOLE first NOTE Be careful not to pinch any wires while installing the console Connect AC ADAPTOR to the AC ADAPTOR INPUT located at front of the main frame Co
16. allows you to pedal both forward and backwards to offer a variation to your workout and to focus on other major leg muscle groups such as your hamstrings and calves IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY PRECATTIONS INTRODUCTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN Xx mr TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OPERATION HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 41 AM SNOILNVIFUd INULYOdWI 011204041 18 155 NI338 340118 om FOE 955 ic SE 3JNVN31NIVM 9 3NITIUIT3 NILOOHSTIINOYL ININOILIGNOD ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401_Rev 1 5 indd 16 17 CONSOLE DISPLAY N RKOYRIEECOYNU A o TIME o SCAN o DISTANCE B o CALORIES o HEART RATE o RESISTANCE o SPEED C a AM IN G t MANUAL 9 INTERVALS MOUNTAIN WEIGHT CARDIO 9 ENDURANCE 1055 CHALLENGE CHALLENGE SELECT PROGRAM SELECT TIME THEN PRESS START Note There is a thin protective sheet of clear plastic on the overlay of the console and should be removed A LED WINDOWS Display workout feedback B FEEDBACK LEDS Indicate what workout feedback is currently being displayed C PROGRAM LEDS Indicate what program is currently selected D SELECT PROGRAM BUTTON Press to select a program E QUICK TIME BUTTONS Press to select workout time You may also adjust the time by using the buttons F CHANGE DISPLAY BUTTON Press to change feedback dis
17. ance system itself is so quiet you will occasionally hear other slight mechanical noises Unlike older louder technologies there are no fans friction belts or alternator noises to mask these sounds on our ellipticals These mechanical noises which may or may not be intermittent are normal and are caused by the transfer of significant amounts of energy to a rapidly spinning flywheel All bearings belts and other rotating parts will generate some noise which will transmit through the casing and frame It is also normal for these sounds to change slightly during a workout and over time because of thermal expansion of the parts WHY IS THE ELLIPTICAL HAD DELIVERED LOUDER THAN THE ONE AT THE STORE All fitness products seem quieter in a large store showroom because there is generally more background noise than in your home Also there will be less reverberation on a carpeted concrete floor than on a wood overlay floor Sometimes a heavy rubber mat will help reduce reverberation through the floor If a fitness product is placed close to a wall there will be more reflected noise HOW LONG WILL THE DRIVE BELT LAST The computer modeling we have done indicated virtually thousands of maintenance free hours Belts are now commonly used in far more demanding applications such as motorcycle drives CAN I MOVE THE TRAINER EASILY ONCE IT IS ASSEMBLED Your elliptical has a pair of transport wheels built into the front legs It is easy to move your elliptica
18. ding you with a high quality product We want to know if you have a problem and we want to have an opportunity to correct it for you NOTE Please read the TROUBLESHOOTING section before contacting Customer Tech Support To receive additional product information visit us at www horizonfitness com 1620 Landmark Drive Cottage Grove WI 53527 Tel 1 800 244 4192 MAY BE COVERED BY ONE OR MORE PATENTS OR PATENTS PENDING US 5540637 US 5938567 US 5924962 US 5813949 US 6135927 TW 371899 CN 99808486 7 US 5573480 2 29 08 10 05 47 AM
19. eet on each side and one foot in front for the power cord See diagram to the right Do not place the elliptical in any area that will block any vent or air openings The elliptical should not be located in a garage covered patio near water or outdoors 6 feet ELLIPTICAL OPERATION POWER Your programmable elliptical is powered by a power supply The power must be plugged into the power jack which is located in the front of the machine near the STABILIZER TUBE Do not operate the elliptical if the power cord or plug is damaged If the elliptical appears to not be working properly do not use the elliptical b AWARNING b MOVING Your elliptical has a pair of transport wheels built into the FRONT STABILIZER TUBE To move first remove the power supply and firmly grasp the REAR STABILIZER BAR carefully tilt and roll Note Be sure to grab the bar and not the plastic cover Our ellipticals are well built and heavy weighing up to 200 Ibs Use care and additional help if necessary when moving IN AWARNING b FOOT POSITIONING Your elliptical offers a variety of foot positions Moving your foot to the forward most position of the foot pad increases your step height which will create a feel similar to a step machine Placing your foot toward the back of the foot pad decreases your step height and creates more of a gliding feel similar to a smooth walk or run Your elliptical also
20. enges the Cardiovascular system ENDURANCE WARM UP PROGRAM SEGMENTS REPEAT COOL DOWN 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 60 60 60 60 CHALLENGE SEGMENT IRA 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 6 6 5 217 214 21 IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY PRLCAUTIONS INTRODUCTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN GG SE lt SS OS TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 43 AM SNOILNVIFUd ANVLUOdWI 011204041 18 155 NI338 340118 011 4140 1 2 141711 53 130119 S S E gt S JINUNIINIV 9 9 00 5379 041 ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401 Rev 1 5 indd 20 21 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE BEGINNING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM HOW OFTEN Frequency of Workouts The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to maintain cardiovascular fitness If you have other goals such as weight or fat loss you will achieve your goal faster with more frequent exercise Whether it s 3 days or 6 days remember that your ultimate goal should be to make exercise a lifetime habit Many people are successful staying with a fitness program if they set aside a specific time of day to exercise It doesn t matter whether it s in the morning before breakfast during lunch hour
21. ent will keep maintenance problems and service calls to a minimum For this reason Horizon Fitness recommends that the following preventive maintenance schedule be followed AFTER EACH USE DAILY e Turn off the elliptical by unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet e Wipe down the elliptical with a damp cloth Never use solvents as they can cause damage to the elliptical e Inspect the power cord If the power cord is damaged contact Horizon Fitness e Make sure the power cord is not underneath the elliptical or in any other area where it can become pinched or cut G To remove power from the elliptical the power cord must be disconnected from the wall outlet WEEKLY Clean underneath the elliptical following these steps o Turn off the elliptical e Move the elliptical to a remote location e Wipe or vacuum any dust particles or other objects that may have accumulated underneath the elliptical e Return the elliptical to its previous position EVERY MONTH e Inspect all assembly bolts and pedals on the machine for proper tightness Clean any debris off of the pedal arm wheels and guide rails HORIZON HOME USE WARRANTY WEIGHT CAPACITY 275 Ibs FRAME e LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of the original owner The frame is defined as the welded metal base of the unit and does not include any parts that can be removed BRAKE e
22. g mountains by increasing and decreasing the resistance MOUNTAIN WARM UP PROGRAM SEGMENTS REPEAT COOL DOWN SECONDS 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 60 60 SEGMENT 11213 4 G 7 84 9 10 11 12 12 M4 15 16 I2 18 19 20 1 2 2 4 3 4 5 5 3 4 668 5 4 3 2 2 11 1 KA P4 WEIGHT LOSS Promotes weight loss by raising and lowering the resistance level while keeping you in your fat burning zone WEIGHT LOSS 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 wo H 12 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 1 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 5 5 5 5 4 4 3 3 3 2 2 21 WARM UP PROGRAM SEGMENTS REPEAT COOL DOWN T P5 CARDIO CHALLENGE High intensity program that promotes Carbohydrate burn and taxes the Cardiovascular system COOL DOWN CARDIO WARM UP PROGRAM SEGMENTS REPEAT CHALLENGE SECONDS 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 60 60 SEGMENT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 15 16 17 18 19 20 PASSE 1 1 2 2 3 3 49 43 3 4 4 55 3 2 11 1 1 we ENDURANCE CHALLENGE High intensity program that tones muscle and chall
23. hold your foot against the back of your thigh for 15 seconds Repeat with your right ankle and hand H 3 SITTING HAMSTRING amp LOWER BACK MUSCLE STRETCH Sit on the floor with your legs together and straight out in front of you Do not lock your knees Extend your fingers towards your toes and hold for a count of 15 seconds Make sure that you do not bounce while stretching Sit upright again Repeat one time TIPS THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP amp COOL DOWN WARM UP The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up The warm up will limber your muscles and prepare them for more strenuous exercise Make sure that you warm up on your product at a slow pace The warm up should gradually bring your heart rate into your Target Heart Rate Zone COOL DOWN Never stop exercising suddenly A cool down period of 3 5 minutes allows your heart to readjust to the decreased demand Make sure that your cool down period consists of a very slow pace to allow your heart rate to lower After the cool down repeat the stretching exercises listed above to loosen and relax your muscles TIPS ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to determine your goals Is your primary goal for exercising to lose weight Improve muscle Reduce stress Prepare for the spring racing schedule Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise program
24. indd 4 5 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this elliptical When using an electrical product basic precautions should always be followed including the following Read all instructions before using this elliptical It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this elliptical are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions If you have any questions after reading this manual contact Customer Tech Support at the number listed on the back panel of this manual AWARNIN LN To reduce the risk of burns fire electrical shock or injury to persons b e f you experience any kind of pain including but not limited to chest pains nausea dizziness or shortness of breath stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing e Maintain a comfortable pace Do not sprint above 80 rpms on this machine e The heart rate displayed may be inaccurate and should be used for reference only e Jo maintain balance it is recommended to keep a grip on the handlebars while exercising mounting or dismounting the machine e Do not wear clothes that might catch on any part of the elliptical e Do not turn pedal arms by hand e Make sure handlebars are secure before each use e Do not insert or drop any object into any opening e Unplug elliptical before moving or cleaning it To clean wipe surfaces down with soap and slightly damp cloth on
25. l by rolling it on the front transport wheels It is important that you place your elliptical in a comfortable and inviting room Your elliptical is designed to use minimal floor space Many people will place their ellipticals facing the TV or a picture window If at all possible avoid putting your elliptical in a unfinished basement To make exercise a desirable daily activity for you the elliptical should be in a comfortable setting CAN I PEDAL BACKWARDS ON MY ELLIPTICAL Your elliptical allows you to pedal both forward and backwards to exercise and strengthen a wider range of muscles BEFORE IMPORTANT OPERATION YOU BEGIN d PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION ELLIPTICAL CONDITIONING GUIDELINES S 5 5 e RE amp MAINTENANCE HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 46 AM NIS38 NOA SNOLLNVITHd 109791719 340238 ADIT INVLAOdNI NOMLINGOULNI 011 4140 511130108 ININOILIGNOD RO z5 5 rn zc S ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401 Rev 1 5 indd 30 31 MAINTENANCE WHAT KIND OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED We use sealed bearings throughout our ellipticals so lubrication is not needed The most important maintenance steps are to tighten all assembly bolts and simply wipe your perspiration off the trainer after each use HOW DO CLEAN MY ELLIPTICAL Clean with soap and water cleaners only Never use solvents on plastic parts Cleanliness of your elliptical and its operating environm
26. ly never use solvents See MAINTENANCE e This elliptical should not be used by persons weighing more than 275 pounds Failure to comply will void the warranty e This elliptical is intended for in home use only Do not use this elliptical in any commercial rental school or institutional setting Failure to comply will void the warranty e Do not use a elliptical in any location that is not temperature controlled such as but not limited to garages porches pool rooms bathrooms car ports or outdoors Failure to comply may void the warranty e Use the elliptical only as described in this manual e Keep the topside of the foot support clean and dry e Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment Before mounting or dismounting move the pedal on the mounting or dismounting side to its lowest position and bring the machine to a complete stop Disconnect all power before servicing the equipment At NO time should children under the age of 12 use the elliptical At NO time should pets or children under the age of 12 be closer to the elliptical than 10 feet Children over the age of 12 should not use the elliptical without adult supervision t is essential that your elliptical is used only indoors in a climate controlled room If your elliptical has been exposed to colder temperatures or high moisture climates it is strongly recommended that the elliptical is warmed up to room temperature before first time use
27. mum Hear Rate 108 Beats Per Minute 75 of maximum Heart Rate 135 Beat Per Minute ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE BEGINNING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM BEFORE IMPORTANT OPERATION YOU BEGIN d PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION ELLIPTICAL GUIDELINES c 5 a TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 43 AM SNOLNYITYd ATANISSY NOLLINGOULNI NI338 340118 011 4140 1 2 141711 53 130119 S 5 E S 3JNVN31NIVM 9 9 00 5379 041 ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401_Rev 1 5 indd 22 23 TIPS STRETCHING STRETCH FIRST Before using your product it is best to take a few minutes to do a few gentle stretching exercises Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise related injury Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion Do not stretch to the point of pain Make sure not to bounce while doing these stretches 1 STANDING CALF MUSCLE STRETCH Stand near a wall with the toes of your left foot about 18 from the wall and the right foot about 12 behind the other foot Lean forward pushing against the wall with your palms Keep your heels flat and hold this position for a count of 15 seconds Make sure that you do not bounce while stretching Nu Repeat on the other side 2 STANDING QUADRICEP STRETCH Using a wall to provide balance grasp your left ankle with your left hand and
28. nnect ADAPTOR to a power outlet YOU RE FINISHED CONDITIONING ELLIPTICAL BEFORE IMPORTANT GUIDELINES OPERATION YOU BEGIN d PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE HORIZON WARRANTY 2 29 08 10 05 40 AM SNOILNVIFUd ANVLUOdWI 011204041 18 155 lt Q S 2 53130119 011 4140 ININOILIQNOD 1 2 141711 3JNVN31NIVM 9 NILOOHSTIINOYL ALNVUUVM 071 0 E401_Rev 1 5 indd 14 15 BEFORE YOU BEGIN CONGRATULATIONS on choosing your elliptical You ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program Your elliptical is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals Regular use of your elliptical can improve the quality of your life in so many ways HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF EXERCISE e Weight Loss e A Healthier Heart e mproved Muscle Tone e Increased Daily Energy Levels The key to reaping these benefits is to develop an exercise habit Your new elliptical will help you eliminate obstacles that prevent you from exercising Inclement weather and darkness won t interfere with your workout when you use your elliptical in the comfort of your home This guide provides you with basic information for using and enjoying your new machine E foot 3 feet 3 feet LOCATION OF THE ELLIPTICAL Place the elliptical on a level surface There should be 6 feet of clearance behind the elliptical 3 f
29. or while watching the evening news What s more important 15 that it s a time that allows you to keep a schedule and time when you won t be interrupted To be successful with your fitness program you have to make it a priority in your life So decide on a time pull out your day planner and pencil in your exercise times for the next month HOW LONG Duration of Workouts For aerobic exercise benefits it s recommended that you exercise from between 24 and 60 minutes per session But start slowly and gradually increase your exercise times If you ve been sedentary during the past year it may be a good idea to keep your exercise times to as little as five minutes initially Your body will need time to adjust to the new activity If your goal is weight loss a longer exercise session at lower intensities has been found to be most effective A workout time of 48 minutes or more is recommended for best weight loss results HOW HARD Intensity of Workouts How hard you workout is also determined by your goals If you use your machine to prepare for a 5K workout you will probably work out at a higher intensity than if your goal is general fitness Regardless of your long term goals always begin an exercise program at low intensity Aerobic exercise does not have to be painful to be beneficial There are two ways to measure your exercise intensity The first is by monitoring your heart rate using the grip pulse handlebars and the second is by eval
30. orizon Fitness Incidental or consequential damages Horizon Fitness is not responsible or liable for indirect special or consequential damages economic loss loss of property or profits loss of enjoyment or use or other consequential damages of whatsoever nature in connection with the purchase use repair or maintenance of the product e Equipment used for commercial purposes or use other than a single family or Household unless endorsed by Horizon Fitness for coverage e Equipment owner or operated outside the US and Canada e Delivery assembly installation setup for original or replacement units or labor or other costs associated with removal or replacement of the covered unit Any attempt to repair this equipment creates a risk of injury Horizon Fitness is not responsible or liable for any damage loss or liability arising from any personal injury incurred during the course of or as a result of any repair or attempted repair of your fitness equipment by other than an authorized service technician All repairs attempted by you on your fitness equipment are undertaken AT YOUR OWN RISK and Horizon Fitness shall have no liability for any injury to the person or property arising from such repairs SERVICE RETURNS e In home service is available within 150 miles of the nearest authorized repair center Mileage beyond 150 miles from an authorized service center is the responsibility of the consumer e All returns must be p
31. played in LED windows When the SCAN LED lights up the console will scroll through the 3 lines of feedback automatically G KEYS Used to adjust time amp resistance levels H START Press to start your workout QUICK START to workout in manual mode press before selecting program STOP Press to pause or end your workout Hold for 3 seconds to reset the console NOTE If the unit is inactive for 10 minutes the console display will shut off Press any key or ride the elliptical to restart the display Program will be reset CONSOLE OPERATION QUICK START 1 Plug in elliptical 2 Press START button and begin exercising 3 Program will automatically default to MANUAL P1 the time will count up from 0 00 and the resistance will default to level 1 4 The resistance level can be adjusted during the workout SELECTING PROGRAMS 1 Press SELECT PROGRAM BUTTON to scroll through programs 2 Press a QUICK TIME BUTTON to select your workout time You may also adjust the time using the BUTTONS 4 Press the START button to begin program HEART RATE PULSE GRIPS Place the palm of your hands directly on the grip pulse handlebars Both hands must grip the bars for your heart rate to register It takes 5 consecutive heart beats 15 20 seconds for your heart rate to register When gripping the pulse handlebars do not grip tightly Holding the grips tightly may elevate your blood pressure Keep a loose cupping
32. re authorized by Horizon Fitness e Horizon Fitness obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing or repairing at Horizon Fitness option the same or comparable model at one of its authorized service centers e A Horizon Fitness authorized service center must receive all equipment for which a warranty claim is made This equipment must be received with all freight and other transportation charges prepaid accompanied by sufficient proof of purchase Replacement units parts and electronic components reconditioned to As new Condition by Horizon Fitness or its vendors may sometimes be supplied as warranty replacement and constitute fulfillment of warranty terms This warranty gives you specific legal rights and your rights may vary from state to state ELLIPTICAL BEFORE IMPORTANT OPERATION YOU BEGIN d PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION CONDITIONING GUIDELINES TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE ES SES 2 29 08 10 05 46 AM TW 364373 US 6149551 E401 Elliptical Rev 1 5 2008 Horizon Fitness Products Designed 4 Engineered in the U S A Made in China E401_Rev 1 5 indd 32 CUSTOMER TECH SUPPORT For fast and friendly service please contact one of our trained customer technicians via phone email or our website Customer Tech Support Hotline 1 800 244 4192 Email comments horizonfitness com Website www horizonfitness com Every employee at Horizon Fitness takes pride in provi
33. uating your perceived exertion level this is simpler than it sounds PERCEIVED EXERTION LEVEL A simple way to gauge your exercise intensity is to evaluate your perceived exertion level While exercising if you are too winded to maintain a conversation without gasping you are working out too hard A good rule of thumb is to work to the point of exhilaration not exhaustion If you cannot catch your breath it s time to slow down Always be aware of these warning signs of overexertion TARGET HEART RATE ZONE CHART What is Target Heart Rate Zone Target Heart Rate Zone tells you the number of times per minute your heart needs to beat to achieve a desired workout effect It is represented as a percentage of the maximum number of times your heart can beat per minute Target Zone will vary for each individual depending on age current level of conditioning and personal fitness goals The American Heart Association recommends working out at a Target Heart Rate Zone of between 60 and 75 of your maximum heart rate A beginner will want to workout in the 60 range while a more experienced exerciser will want to workout in the 70 75 range See chart for reference EXAMPLE 605 pT BU are AGE 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 BEATS PER MINUTE For a 42 year old user Find age along the bottom of the chart round to 40 follow age column up to the target zone bar Results 60 of maxi
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