Weslo WLAW55072 Home Gym User Manual
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1. count is 14 your heart rate is 140 beats per minute A six second count is used because your heart rate will drop rapidly when you stop exercising Adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is at the desired level You can adjust the intensity of your exercise by changing your pace or by adjusting the resistance WORKOUT GUIDELINES Each workout should include the following three parts A warm up consisting of 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and light exercise A proper warm up increases the body temperature heart rate and circulation in prepa ration for strenuous exercise Training zone exercise consisting of 20 to 30 min utes of exercising with your heart rate in your training zone A cool down with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching Thorough stretching helps to offset problems caused when you stop exercising suddenly Stretching for increased flexibility is also most effective after exercis ing A proper cool down should leave you relaxed and comfortably tired EXERCISE FREQUENCY To maintain or improve your condition plan three workouts each week with at least one day of rest between workouts After a few months of regular exer cise you may complete up to five workouts each week if desired Remember the key to success is make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown in the drawings below Move slowly a2. to figure 2b Slide a Finger Guard 54 onto the Hex Bushing 33 and the pin on the Left Pivot Bracket 7 Note The Finger Guard may already be attached Refer to figure 2a Find the Left Link Arm 11 which is labeled with a sticker Make sure that there are two 3 8 Bushings 16 in each end of the Link Arm Using a rubber mallet tap one end of the Link Arm onto the pin on the Left Pivot Bracket 7 Make sure that the Link Arm is turned as shown in figure 2c Tap a 3 8 Axle Cap 40 onto the pin Tap the other end of the Left Link Arm 11 onto the pin on the Rocker Arm 9 This will be a tight fit Note If necessary pivot the Rocker Arm and the Left Leg 3 Tap a 3 8 Axle Cap 40 onto the pin Pe zu PLE Attach the other Finger Guard and the Right Link Arm in the same manner not shown 3 Rest the Right Frame Section 6 on the floor and hold it in the position shown Slide the Hip Pad 28 onto the Left Frame Section 5 Slide the Left Frame Section onto the Right Frame Section 6 Make sure to slide both ends on at the same time Use the rubber mallet if necessary to make sure that the Left Frame Section is fully seated on the Right Frame Section Tighten two M5 x 16mm Screws 23 into the Left and Right Frame Sections 5 6 Slide the Hip Pad 28 so it is centered on the Left and Right Frame Sections 5 6 4 Refer to figure 4a Positi
3. EXPLODED DRAWING Model No WLAW55072 15 HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts simply call our Customer Service Department toll free at 1 800 999 3756 Monday through Friday 6 a m until 6 p m Mountain Time excluding holidays To help us assist you please be pre pared to give the following information when calling The MODEL NUMBER of the product WLAW55072 The NAME of the product WESLO AIR STRIDER The SERIAL NUMBER of the product see the front cover of this manual The KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the part s from page 14 of this manual WESLO is a registered trademark of ICON Health amp Fitness Inc LIMITED WARRANTY ICON Health amp Fitness Inc ICON warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service conditions for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of pur chase This warranty extends only to the original purchaser ICON s obligation under this warranty is lim ited to replacing or repairing at ICON s option the product at one of its authorized service centers All products for which warranty claim is made must be received by ICON at one of its authorized service cen ters with all freight and other transportation charges prepaid accompanied by sufficient proof of purchase All returns must be pre authorized by ICON This warranty does not extend to any product or damage to a product caused
4. R in any commercial rental or institutional setting WARNING Before beginning this or any exercise program consult your physician This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre existing health problems Read all instructions before using ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the innovative WESLO AIR STRIDER The AIR STRIDER blends advanced engi neering with contemporary styling to provide you with a no impact total body workout in the convenience and privacy of your own home For your benefit read this manual carefully before using the AIR STRIDER If you have questions after reading the manual call our Customer Service Department toll free at 1 800 999 3756 Monday through Friday 6 a m until 6 p m Mountain Time Electronic Monitor Lock Knob Link Arm excluding holidays To help us assist you please note the product model number and serial number before calling The model number is WLAW55072 The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the AIR STRIDER see the front cover of this manual for the location of the decal Before reading further please review the drawing below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled Resistance Dial Upright ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people Place all parts o
5. Weslo Air Strider Model No WLAW55072 Serial No Write the serial number in the space above for future reference Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS As a manufacturer we are com mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction If you have questions or find that there are missing or damaged parts we will guarantee complete sat isfaction through direct assis tance from our factory TO AVOID UNNECESSARY DELAYS PLEASE CALL DIRECT TO OUR TOLL FREE CUSTOMER HOT LINE The trained techni cians on our customer hot line will provide immediate assis tance free of charge to you CUSTOMER HOT LINE 1 800 999 3756 Mon Fri 6 a m 6 p m MST Patent Pending CAUTION Read all precautions and in structions in this manual before VEG DESEAN USER S MANUAL Weslo Air Strider TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS Lee 3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN o aa 4 ASSEMBLY OE i RA ale RD aa ad 5 HOW TO USE THE AIR STRIDER 9 STORAGE AND TROUBLE SHOOTING 11 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 12 PART UIST sail de i AE e EE RE i 14 EXPLODED DRAWING LR a 15 ORDERING REPLACEMENT 5 Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY ee I ee Back Cover IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury read the following impo
6. by or attributable to freight damage abuse misuse improper or abnormal usage or repairs not provided by an ICON authorized service center to products used for commercial or rental pur poses or to products used as store displays No other warranty beyond that specifically set forth above is authorized by ICON ICON is not responsible or liable for indirect special or consequential damages arising out of or in con nection with the use or performance of the product or damages with respect to any economic loss loss of property loss of revenues or profits loss of enjoyment or use costs of removal installation or other consequential damages of whatsoever nature Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inci dental or consequential damages Accordingly the above limitation may not apply to you The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any and all other warranties and any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in its scope and duration to the terms set forth herein Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts Accordingly the above limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights which vary from state to state ICON HEALTH amp FITNESS INC 1500 S 1000 W LOGAN UT 84321 9813 Part No 137566 G00766AC R0497A Printed in China 1997 ICON Health amp Fitness Inc
7. c monitor remove it before operating the monitor 1 To turn on the power press the on reset button or simply begin exercising on the AIR STRIDER The entire display will appear for two seconds The electronic monitor will then be ready for operation 2 Select one of the five modes Scan mode When the power is turned on the scan mode will be selected automatically The scan mode can also be selected by repeatedly pressing the mode button One mode indicator will show that the scan mode has been selected and a second mode indicator will show which mode is currently displayed 10 Speed time distance or calories mode These modes can be individually selected by repeatedly pressing the mode button The mode indicators will show which mode has been select ed Make sure that the scan mode is not select ed The modes will be selected in the following order speed time distance calories scan The monitor has an auto off feature to turn off the power If the pedals are not moved and the monitor buttons are not pressed for four minutes the power will turn off automatically in order to conserve the batteries To reset the LCD display press the on reset button STORAGE AND TROUBLE SHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the AIR STRIDER reg ularly Replace any worn parts immediately The AIR STRIDER can be cleaned with a soft damp cloth Keep liquids away from the electronic monitor Keep the monitor out of
8. direct sunlight or the display may be damaged Remove the batteries when storing the AIR STRIDER HOW TO FOLD THE AIR STRIDER FOR STORAGE When the AIR STRIDER is not in use it can be folded for compact storage To fold the AIR STRIDER first remove the lock knob and lock washer from the right leg Next hold the resistance dials and fold the frame and the uprights together Place the AIR STRIDER in a location where it cannot fall Resistance Knob Frame REPLACING THE BATTERIES If the display of the electronic monitor becomes dim or if the monitor does not function properly the batteries should be replaced To replace the batteries refer to assembly step 6 or 7 on page 7 HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH If the speed and distance modes do not display cor rect information the reed switch should be adjusted The reed switch is located below the electronic monitor see the drawing at the right Loosen the screw in the reed switch move the reed switch to the side slightly and retighten the screw Make sure that the reed switch does not hit the indicated magnet when the AIR STRIDER is in use Repeat until the speed and distance modes display correct information Reed Switch CONDITIONING GUIDELINES The following general guidelines will help you to plan your exercise program Remember that proper nutri tion and adequate rest are essential for successful results WARNING Before b
9. eginning this or any exercise program consult your physician This is espe cially important for individuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre existing health problems EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether your goal is to burn fat or strengthen your cardiovascular system the key to achieving the desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity The proper intensity level can be found by using your heart rate as a guide The chart below shows recom mended heart rates for fat burning maximum fat burn ing and cardiovascular aerobic exercise This chart is also found on the console HEART RATE TRAINING ZONES MAX BPM Y Y MIN BPM 125 120 115 145 138 130 110 125 105 118 95 90 103 Fat Burn 165 155 45 140 130 125 115 Aerobic Max Burn Note The chart on your electronic monitor may look different from the chart above Both charts have exactly the same information To find the proper heart rate for you first find your age on either side of the chart ages are rounded off to the nearest ten years Next find the three numbers to the side of your age The three numbers are your training zone The lowest number is the recommended heart rate for fat burning the middle number is the recom mended heart rate for maximum fat burning the high est number is the recommended heart rate for aerobic e
10. emove the battery cover Insert two batteries into the Elec tronic Monitor 37 Make sure that the batteries are turned as shown Replace the battery cover 7 Refer to figure 7a Remove the two M4 x 16mm Screws 48 from the monitor bracket and the Electronic Monitor 37 Lift the Monitor off the monitor bracket Be careful not to pull the wire Refer to figure 7b Insert two batteries into the back of the Electronic Monitor 37 Make sure that the batteries are turned as shown Refer to figure 7a Reattach the Electronic Monitor 37 to the monitor bracket with the two M4 x 16mm Screws 48 Monitor Bracket 8 Remove the two indicated M4 x 16mm Screws 48 from the Right Upright 2 Attach the monitor bracket to the Right Upright with the two Screws Note If the Electronic Monitor 37 does not operate properly see HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH on page 11 9 Slide one of the Handles 13 onto the Left Leg 3 Attach the Handle with four M5 x 16mm Screws 23 Attach the other Handle 13 to the Right Leg 4 in the same manner 10 Attach the Right Leg Cover 31 to the Right Leg 4 with a Tree Fastener 32 Attach the Left Leg Cover 30 to the Left Leg 3 in the same manner Slide the Lock Washer 52 onto the Lock Knob 25 Insert the Lock Knob into the hole near the top of the Right Leg 4 Tighten the Lock Knob into the Right Pivot Bracket 8 11 Before you use the AIR STRIDER f
11. f the AIR STRIDER in a cleared area and remove the packing materials Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed Read through all steps before beginning assembly As you assemble the AIR STRIDER make sure that all parts are oriented as shown in the drawings Tighten all parts as you assemble them unless instructed to do other wise Refer to the drawings below to identify the small hardware used in assembly Note If a part is not found in the parts bag check to see if it has been pre attached Assembly requires two adjustable wrenches Cc phillips screwdriver gt not included arubber mallet Y anda OL Ol Lock Washer 52 M10 Flat Washer 39 4 3 8 Bushing 16 3 8 Axle Cap 40 Plastic Spacer 41 2 Tree Fastener 32 2 M10 Nylon Locknut 43 MS x 16mm Screw 23 10 M10 x 102mm Screw 44 4 M10 x 138mm Bolt 42 2 1 Read all instructions at the top of this page before you begin assembly Refer to the drawing at the right and identify the Left and Right Uprights 1 2 Note the location of the stop rods Turn the Crossbar 10 so the Rocker Arm 9 is at the top Attach the Crossbar to the Left Upright 1 with two M10 x 102mm Screws 44 and two M10 Flat Washers 39 Do not tighten the Screws yet Attach the Crossbar to the Right Upright 2 in the same manner 2 Refer
12. irmly retighten all of the parts used in assembly Note Extra M5 x 16mm Screws 23 may be included HOW TO USE THE AIR STRIDER CAUTION When you are getting onto and off the AIR STRIDER always tighten the resis tance dials hold the handles firmly and be sure that your body weight is centered directly over the pedals EXERCISING ON THE AIR STRIDER Make sure that the lock knob is tightened into the right leg and pivot bracket see assembly step 10 on page 8 Tighten the resistance dials hold the handles and step onto the pedals The proper form for exercising on the AIR STRIDER is similar to the motion of walking move one leg forward as you move the other leg back For a full body workout hold the handles as you walk and move your arms and legs in motion with the han dles and pedals To vary the effect of the exercise on your muscles change your stance on the AIR STRIDER For example stand erect or lean against the hip pad change the position of your hands on the handles or bend your legs slightly instead of keeping them straight For a lower body workout rest your hands on the frame for balance as you move the pedals RESISTANCE ADJUSTMENT To vary the intensity of your workout the Resistance resistance of the AIR Dial STRIDER can be changed The resis tance is controlled with the resistance dials To increase the resistance turn both dials clockwise To decrease the resis tance turn both dials counte
13. on the Left and Right Frame Sections 5 6 around the Left and Right Uprights 1 2 as shown Note It will be neces sary to turn the Frame Sections at an angle in order to slide them over the Uprights Refer to figure 4b Attach the Left Frame Section 5 to the Left Upright 1 with an M10 x 138mm Bolt 42 a Plastic Spacer 41 and an M10 Nylon Locknut 43 Do not tighten the Nylon Locknut yet Attach the Right Frame Section 6 to the Right Upright 2 in the same manner Tighten all parts used in steps 1 and 4 5 Turn the Pedal Covers 27 upside down Remove the paper backing from the adhesive strips on the bottoms of the Pedal Covers Center one Pedal Cover 27 on the lower end of the Left Leg 3 Press the Pedal Cover firmly into place Attach the other Pedal Cover 27 to the lower end of the Right Leg 4 in the same manner 6 Note Your Electronic Monitor 37 may look different from the one shown in this manual but operates in exactly the same way If your Monitor has a battery cover see figure 6 install batteries as described in this step If your Monitor does not have a battery cover see step 7 to install batteries Note Two AA batteries not included are required Alkaline batteries are recommended Note Your Monitor may look different from the one Shown in this manual but operates in exactly the same way Press the tab on the battery cover and r
14. rclockwise ELECTRONIC MONITOR MODES The simple to operate electronic monitor offers five different modes to provide instant exercise feedback The five modes are described below Speed Displays the number of repetitions you are performing per minute Time Displays the length of time you have exer cised Note If you stop exercising for ten seconds or longer the time mode will pause until you resume Distance Displays the total number of repetitions you have completed up to 999 The display will then reset to 0 and continue counting Calories Displays the approximate number of Calories you have burned Note If the resistance is near the highest or lowest setting the actual number of Calories you have burned will be slightly higher or lower than the number displayed Scan Displays the speed time distance and calo ries modes for approximately 5 seconds each ina repeating cycle DIAGRAM OF THE ELECTRONIC MONITOR The AIR STRIDER has one of the monitors shown below Both monitors operate in exactly the same way 3 00 80 MODE ON RESET 1 LCD display Displays all modes 2 Mode indicators Show which mode is selected 3 Mode button Selects all modes 4 On Reset button Turns the power on and resets all modes OPERATING THE ELECTRONIC MONITOR Note If there is a thin piece of clear plastic on the face of the electroni
15. rea as far as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times Stretches Quadriceps and hip muscles 13 PART LIST Model WLAW55072 Key No Qty 0 Ni a dn Description Left Upright Right Upright Left Leg Right Leg Left Frame Section Right Frame Section Left Pivot Bracket Right Pivot Bracket Rocker Arm Crossbar Left Link Arm Right Link Arm Handle Resistance Dial Friction Disk w Spacer Plate 3 8 Bushing Friction Cup Thrust Washer Tension Washer Snap Ring Push Nut Rubber Foot M5 x 16mm Screw Handgrip Lock Knob Pivot Screw Pedal Cover Key No Qty 2 KPH HANNNNA ANH R0497A Description Hip Pad Frame Endcap Left Leg Cover Right Leg Cover Tree Fastener Hex Bushing Hub Resistance Bushing Rocker Arm Endcap Large Axle Cap Electronic Monitor Magnet M10 Flat Washer 3 8 Axle Cap Plastic Spacer M10 x 138mm Bolt M10 Nylon Locknut M10 x 102mm Screw 1 x 1 3 4 Washer Frame End Plate Phoenix Ring M4 x 16mm Screw Thrust Bearing Finger Guard Weld Spacer Lock Washer Rocker Arm Bushing User s Manual not illustrated Note Extra M5 x 16mm Screws 23 and 3 8 Axle Caps 40 may be included Specifications are subject to change without notice See the back cover of this manual for information about ordering replacement parts 14 R0497A
16. rtant precautions before using the AIR STRIDER 1 It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of the AIR STRIDER are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions Read all instructions in this manual before using the AIR STRIDER Use the AIR STRIDER only as described in this manual Use the AIR STRIDER only on a level surface Cover the floor beneath the AIR STRIDER to protect the floor or carpet Be sure that there are no persons or obsta cles in front of or behind the AIR STRIDER Inspect and tighten all parts regularly Replace any worn parts immediately Keep children and pets away from the AIR STRIDER at all times The AIR STRIDER should not be used by per sons weighing more than 250 pounds 9 Keep hands and feet away from moving parts 10 Do not wear loose clothing that could become caught on the AIR STRIDER 11 Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec tion when exercising on the AIR STRIDER 12 When you are getting onto and off the AIR STRIDER tighten the resistance dials hold the handles firmly and be sure that your body weight is centered directly over the pedals 13 If you feel faint dizzy or short of breath while exercising stop immediately and begin cool ing down 14 When folding the AIR STRIDER for storage hold the resistance dials to prevent your hands from being pinched 15 The AIR STRIDER is intended for home use only Do not use the AIR STRIDE
17. s you stretch never bounce 1 Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times Stretches Hamstrings back of knees and back 2 Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended Bring the sole of the opposite foot toward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg Reach toward your toes as far as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg Stretches Hamstrings lower back and groin 3 Calf Achilles Stretch With one leg in front of the other reach forward and place your hands against a wall Keep your back leg straight and your back foot flat on the floor Bend your front leg lean for ward and move your hips toward the wall Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg To cause further stretching of the achilles tendons bend your back leg as well Stretches Calves achilles tendons and ankles 4 Quadriceps Stretch With one hand against a wall for balance reach back and grasp one foot with your other hand Bring your heel as close to your buttocks as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg Stretches Quadriceps and hip muscles 5 Inner Thigh Stretch Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees out ward Pull your feet toward your groin a
18. xercise Fat Burning To burn fat effectively you must exercise at a relative ly low intensity level for a sustained period of time 12 During the first few minutes of exercise your body uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for ener gy Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy If your goal is to burn fat adjust your pace or the resis tance until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone as you exercise For maximum fat burning adjust your pace or the resistance until your heart rate is near the middle number in your training zone as you exercise Aerobic Exercise If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys tem your exercise must be aerobic Aerobic exercise is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged periods of time This increases the demand on the heart to pump blood to the muscles and on the lungs to oxygenate the blood For aerobic exercise adjust your pace or the resistance until your heart rate is near the highest number in your training zone as you exercise HOW TO MEASURE YOUR HEART RATE To measure your heart rate first exercise for at least four minutes Then stop exer cising and place two fingers on O your wrist as Or shown Take a six second heart beat count and multiply the result by 10 to find your heart rate For example if your six second heartbeat
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