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Life Fitness 95Ce Bicycle User Manual

1. 24 Beginning a Workout Selecting a Workout Entering Workout Goals Entering Workout Values Selecting a Workout Mode Changing Ending Workouts 4 3 Workout Descriptions 29 Quick Start Manual Random Fat Burn Cardio Hill Around the World Kilamanjaro Interval Cascades Speed Training Foothills Heart Rate HillTM Heart Rate IntervalTM Extreme Heart RateTM Watts METs Aerobics Trainer Life Fitness Fit Test Air Force PRT 5 System Options Menu 41 5 1 Using the System Options Menu 41 6 Service and Technical Data 43 6 1 Preventive Maintenance Tips 43 6 2 Preventive Maintenance Schedule 44 6 3 Troubleshooting the Polar Heart Rate Chest Strap 44 6 4 How to Obtain Product Service 45 7 Specifications
2. 46 7 1 95Ce Lifecycle Upright Exercise Bike Specifications 46 2003 Life Fitness a division of Brunswick Corporation All rights reserved Life Fitness and Life Cycle are registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation Zone Training Heart Rate Hill Heart Rate Interval Extreme Heart Rate and Lifepulse are trademarks of Brunswick Corporation Polar is a registered trademark of Polar Electro Inc FitLinxx is a registered trademark of the Integrated Fitness Corp Any use of these trademarks without the express written consent of Life Fitness or the corresponding companies is forbidden 4 This Operation Manual describes the functions of the following products Life Fitness Lifecycle Upright Exercise Bike 95Ce See Section 7 titled Specifications in this manual for product specific features Statement of Purpose The Life Fitness Lifecycle Upright Exercise Bike is a machine that simulates the movements of riding a bicycle at various speeds and levels of resistance Health related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equip ment Life Fitness STRONGLY recommends seeing a physician for a complete medical exam before undertaking an exercise program particularly if the user has a family histo ry of high blood pressure or heart disease or is over the age of 45 or smokes has high cholesterol is obese or has no
3. DANGER To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury it is imperative to con nect each product to a properly grounded electrical outlet Never operate a Life Fitness product if it has a damaged power cord or electrical plug or if it has been dropped damaged or even partially immersed in water Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services for assistance Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces Do not pull the equipment by the power cord or use the cord as a handle Do not run the power cord on the floor under or along the side of the bike If the electrical supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer an authorized service agent or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard LOCATION Position this product so that the power cord plug is accessible to the user Use the Life Fitness Lifecycle Upright Bike only as directed in this manual Keep the area around the Lifecycle Upright Bike clear of any obstructions including walls and furniture Provide at least three feet of clearance behind the unit Do not use the Lifecycle Upright Bike outdoors near swimming pools or in areas of high humidity Do not allow other people to interfere in any way with the user or equipment during a workout Supervise closely any children or disabled persons using the Lifecycle Upright Bike OPERATION Always follow the console instructions for pr
4. 144 BPM 117 BPM Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription as equal to 220 minus an individual s age Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum HRmax A 40 year old user s recommended THR for the HEART RATE INTERVAL workout is 144 or 80 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 80 144 35 3 EXTREME HEART RATE TM This intense varied workout is designed to help more experienced users to break through fitness improvement plateaus The workout alternates between two target heart rates as quickly as possi ble The effect is similar to that of running sprints The user must wear a chest strap or grip the LifepulseTM sensors throughout the workout When setting up the workout the user enters a target heart rate After a standard three minute warm up the intensity increases until the user reaches the target heart rate goal of 85 percent of the theoretical maximum HRmax That target rate is maintained for a stabilizing period Then the intensity decreases When the heart rate falls to the 65 percent of HRmax goal it is maintained there for a stabilizing period The program repeats the alternating of intensity levels continuing this pattern throughout the duration The program does not proceed to a new heart rate goal until the user reaches the current goal Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine s Guidel
5. Select level Begin workout CHOOSE ZONE TRAINING TO ACCESS ANY OF THE FOLLOWING HEART RATE HILL Select HEART RATE HILL Enter time Enter age Accept THR Begin workout HEART RATE INTERVAL Select HEART RATE INTERVAL Enter time Enter age Accept THR Begin workout EXTREME HEART RATE Select EXTREME HEART RATE Enter time Enter age Accept THR Begin workout LIFECYCLE UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE WORKOUT SETUP STEPS NOTE AFTER ENTERING A VALUE AGE WEIGHT HEIGHT GENDER OR A GOAL TIME LEVEL THR PRESS ENTER TO REGISTER THE SELECTION SELF CONTAINED WORKOUTS PERSONAL TRAINER WORKOUTS HILL PLUS WORKOUTS ZONE TRAINING WORKOUTS This workout requires the user to wear the polar heart rate chest strap or the grip the Life pulse sensors Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum A 40 year old user s THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117 This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 65 117 30 QUICK START QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising and it bypasses the steps of selecting a specific workout program The intensity level for the workout is set automatically and remains the same unless manually changed To change the level and stay in the Workout Progress screen press the UP or DOWN ARROW KEYS on the Control Panel corresponding to the LEVEL button Level can also be changed by touching the LEVEL button on the Touchscreen Dis
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7. The Control Panel The Control Panel consists of the keys on the bottom part of the console housing These keys allow quick changes to workouts on the fly provide easy access to TV controls and allow for screen cleaning without activating the Touchscreen Display 12 13 2 2 DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS This section lists and describes the functions for the buttons on the Touchscreen Display and the keys on the Control Panel on the Lifecycle Upright Bike See Section 4 titled The Workouts for detailed information on using the console to set up workouts TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAY The Touchscreen Display allows the user to move from screen to screen by simply selecting but tons to access other screens The Touchscreen Display enables users to access 1 WORKOUT SELECTION choose a workout 2 WORKOUT SETUP enter workout values and goals 3 WORKOUT PROGRESS monitor progress edit workout goals and access TV viewing 1 WORKOUT SELECTION Touch the Welcome Screen anywhere to start and enter the Workout Selection screen Use the Workout Selection screen to choose a workout access QUICK START or to access the Help Screens A QUICK START Select this button to enter directly into a workout bypassing any setup or goal setting Once started the user can then make adjustments to the workout Choose LEVEL to determine the level of intensity ENTER WEIGHT to see METs and BIKE and CONSTANT CALS HR to determine how calo
8. a Channel Choose CHANNEL SETUP MANUAL use the Channel Controls to choose the channel to be restored select ADD return the Channel Setup to AUTO To Adjust Picture Setup Brightness Contrast Saturation and Hue can be adjusted by using the corre sponding arrow buttons To return to the unit defaults select DEFAULT Max Volume Setup Opens the MAX VOLUME controls Headphones must be used for this function The upper set of arrows adjusts the volume capacity higher or lower allowing clubs to compensate for average noise levels within The maximum volume returns to this default after each workout The Volume Down Volume Up arrows control the volume of the unit for the current usage After each session ends the unit resets to a mid range volume corresponding to the maximum volume set up TOUCH SCREEN CONFIGURATION Follow the instructions on the screen to recalibrate the Touchscreen When finished touch anywhere on the screen to return to the Main Menu 43 6 SERVICE AND TECHNICAL DATA 6 1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS The Lifecycle Upright Bike is backed by the engineering excellence of Life Fitness and is one of the most rugged and trouble free pieces of exercise equipment on the market today Commercial Life Fitness products have proven to be durable in health clubs colleges and mili tary facilities the world over This same technology engineering expertise and reliability have gone into the Lifecycle Upright Bike NOTE
9. a goal type or choose a different goal select CHANGE WORKOUT and then ADJUST GOAL which accesses the goal type screen defaulted to the current goal type and value To change the goal value use the arrow buttons or the numer ical keypad change the value and then select ENTER To change the goal type choose a differ ent goal enter a value and select ENTER After the switch the console retains all the progress information about the workout since its beginning PAUSING WORKOUTS To pause a workout simply stop pedaling An EXIT WORKOUT button appears Selecting EXIT WORKOUT takes the user out of the workout back to the Welcome Screen To continue the workout resume pedaling The pause duration defaults to 1 minute configurable by the manag er after which the console returns to the Welcome Screen ENDING WORKOUTS EARLY To end a workout early press COOLDOWN on the Control Panel to go directly into the Cooldown Phase The program will designate a Cooldown time period in proportion to the amount of time spent in the workout Upon completion of Cooldown a workout summary will appear which includes the dis tance travelled the total calories burned and other statistics To exit the program without a Cooldown choose CHANGE WORKOUT and then RESET 29 4 3 WORKOUT DESCRIPTIONS QUICK START Select QUICK START Begin workout Modify level Enter weight if desired RANDOM Select RANDOM Enter goal type and value Select level Beg
10. a metabolic equivalent one MET is approximately equal to the metabolism of a person at rest For the METs program the user sets a goal time and then the program provides the level of resistance needed to bring METs expended equal to the goal during the duration of the workout VALUE SETUP SCREENS Weight Enter an accurate weight so that METs can be calculated If weight is entered METs will toggle with WATTS on the Workout Progress Screen Age Allows heart programs to accurately determine target heart rate Gender For accurate Fitness Testing Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription as equal to 220 minus an individual s age Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum For example a 40 year old user s THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117 This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 65 117 16 3 WORKOUT PROGRESS The Workout Progress screen opens automatically upon completion of the setup signaling the user to start the workout The Workout Progress screen allows the user to monitor the progress of the work out It provides a visual representation of the workout as it proceeds and monitors Distance Calories Watts METs Time Level and RPM depending on which workout is selected From here TIME LEVEL TARGET HEART RATE and MODE Bike or Constant Cals Hr can be changed at any poin
11. back away from the knob until the strap slides off Pull the strap out through the outer loop on the pedal Rest the foot on the pedal and wrap the strap over the foot to determine the desired length Thread the strap through the outer loop on the pedal tuck it under the pedal select the appropriate slot and pull that slot down over the knob until the top of the knob pops through the slot A click indicates that the strap is locked into place GETTING STARTED ON THE BIKE CONSOLE Simply touch the Touchscreen Display to get started and access the Workout Selection screen If the user simply starts pedaling and does not select a workout the console automatically starts the Manual Program But if the screen is touched and there is no activity either pedaling or selecting a workout the console will return to the Welcome Screen For information on setting up a workout see Section 4 2 titled Using the Workouts FITNESS NETWORKING One type RJ45 networking port A allows the Lifecycle Upright Bike to be connected to a net work such as FitLinxx interactive fitness network The network connection enables the console to upload user workout statistics to a fitness network database or to down load remotely stored information such a pre set workout program See Section 4 2 titled Using the Workouts for information on logging onto a network This port is located on the back of the bike console and is enclosed by a removable cover An
12. enter directly into a workout bypassing setup screens E VOL Volume control for the TV F CH Channel control for the TV G Headphone jack for sound playback NOTE Headphones are necessary to access the sound for the TV The jack is located on the Control Panel on the lower right The jack is a user replaceable feature Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services for more information See Section 6 7 How to Obtain Product Service for contact information 2 3 THE ACCESSORY TRAY The accessory tray A which is mounted on the right handlebar the Lifecycle Upright Bike provides storage space for items such as water bottles personal stereos and cell phones 2 4 THE READING RACK The ledge on the Touchscreen Display can also be used as a reading rack for books or magazines Use care when placing reading materials on the rack and when turning pages to ensure that buttons aren t accidentally toggled A 20 3 HEART RATE ZONE TRAINING EXERCISE 3 1 WHY HEART RATE ZONE TRAINING EXERCISE Research shows that maintaining a specific heart rate while exercising is the optimal way to monitor the intensity of a workout and to achieve maximum results That is the idea behind the Life Fitness heart rate zone training approach to exercise Zone training identifies an exerciser s ideal heart rate range or zone for burning fat or increasing cardiovascular fitness The values within the zone depend on the workout NO
13. for cleaning the exterior of the unit At no time should cleaner be applied directly to any part of the equipment apply the non abrasive cleaner on a soft cloth and then wipe the unit 44 6 2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the schedule below to ensure proper operation of the product 6 3 TROUBLESHOOTING THE POLAR HEART RATE CHEST STRAP HEART RATE READING IS ERRATIC ABNORMALLY ELEVATED OR ABSENT ENTIRELY ITEM WEEKLY MONTHLY BI ANNUALLY ANNUALLY Display Console Clean Inspect Console Mounting Bolts Inspect Accessory Tray Clean Inspect Frame Clean Inspect Plastic Covers Clean Inspect Pedals and Straps Clean Inspect Malfunction Heart rate reading is erratic or absent entirely Abnormally elevated heart rate readings Probable Cause Belt transmitter electrodes are not wet enough to pick up accurate heart rate readings Belt transmitter electrodes are not laying flat against the skin Belt transmitter needs cleaning Belt transmitter is not within 3 feet one meter of the heart rate receiver Chest strap battery is depleted Electromagnetic interference from television sets and or antennas Electromagnetic interference from cell phones Electromagnetic interference from computers Electromagnetic interference from cars Electromagnetic interference from high voltage power lines Electromagnetic interference from motor driven exercise equipment Electromagne
14. forward and backward a small distance to ensure it is locked into place Check the seat distance again and re adjust it if necessary CAUTION Do not attempt to adjust the seat while pedaling the bike Doing so or failing to insert the seat pin completely may result in an uncomfortable workout or cause injury MISE EN GARDE Ne pas essayer d ajuster la selle pendant le p dalage Tout ajustage en cours de fonctionnement ou toute insertion incompl te de la goupille de la selle pourrait nuire l exercice ou entra ner des blessures HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS The bike pedal straps keep the user s shoes on the ped als during a workout The straps should fit comfortably but they also should be tight enough to prevent shoes from slipping at any point in the pedaling rotation Before working out a user should test and adjust the tightness of the straps The safety straps on the foot pedals of the Lifecycle Upright Bike can be adjusted to fit a variety of shoe sizes The straps are held in place by two knobs that extend from either side of each pedal The inner knob extends sideways that is toward the bike The outer knob extends downward The ends of each strap are perforated with slots that fit tightly over the knobs The inner end of each strap is perforated with two slots and the outer segment of the strap is perforated with a row of slots To tighten or loosen a strap grasp the outer end and pull it
15. from 1 to 99 minutes The unit default is 1 minute Units Choose between English and Metric Language The language of the message area display Choices include English Portugese Spanish Dutch Japanese Italian French and German CUSTOM MESSAGES This configuration allows for a custom message to be displayed across the Welcome Screen Creating Changing a Custom Message After entering the Manager s Configuration check to make sure that Custom Message is enabled then select CUSTOM MESSAGE SETUP Upon entering the setup screen a message can be entered using the on screen keyboard Use the Shift button to input special characters and capital letters The message will scroll across the top of the screen as the message is being inputted giving real time feedback Accepting a Custom Message To accept the Custom Message simply select the MAIN MENU button Erasing a Custom Message To erase a Custom Message enter the CUSTOM MESSAGE SETUP screen Select CLEAR MESSAGE and then MAIN MENU TV Brings up TV screen and allows adjustment of brightness contrast saturation and hue Also allows choice of TV format antenna setup and channel setup To Set Up Channels To set up channels select CHANNEL SETUP AUTO START To Delete an Unwanted Channel Choose CHANNEL SETUP MANUAL use the Channel Controls on the Control Panel to choose the channel to be deleted select DELETE return the Channel Setup to AUTO To Restore
16. goal The workout continues until the goal is met To exit early either choose COOLDOWN from the Control Panel to go immediately into the Cooldown Phase or choose CHANGE WORKOUT to access a different program For more information see Section 4 2 Using the Workouts Selecting a Goal Type NOTE Once a goal type is set it cannot be changed during a workout without using the RESET button resetting the workout For information on how to set and get maximum benefit from these type of workout goals consult a Personal Trainer For further information on Zone Training see section 3 1 of Heart Rate Zone Training titled Why Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise Level Choose the programmed intensity level of the workout Levels range from 0 to 25 Target Heart Rate heart rate workouts only Gives a recommended heart rate according to age For Fat Burn the target heart rate is computed at 65 of the theoretical maximum heart rate For Cardio the target heart rate is computed at 80 For more information on Target Heart Rate see Section 3 Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise Watts The Watt is a unit of power output or the expression of the mechanical rate of work For the Watts program the user sets a goal time and then the program provides the level of exer tion needed to keep the Watts equal to the goal during the duration of the workout METs The MET is an expression of the rate of work for the human body at rest or
17. new resistance level gives more people the opportuni ty to enjoy a quality workout regardless of experience level or physical ability It also gives the bike more flexibility for incorporation into injury rehabilitation See Section 4 2 Using the Workouts Entering Workout Goals Entering and Adjusting the Intensity Level 1 3 SETUP Read the entire Operation Manual before setting up the Lifecycle Upright Bike ELECTRICAL POWER REQUIREMENTS The Lifecycle Upright Bike requires an AC power supply according to the electrical configurations listed in the chart below NOTE Do not modify the plug provided with this product If the plug does not fit into an available electrical outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician WHERE TO PLACE THE LIFECYCLE UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE Following all safety instructions in Section 1 1 move the bike to the location in which it will be used See Section 7 titled Specifications for the dimensions of the product footprint assembled dimensions Allow a distance of 8 to 12 inches or 21 to 30 centimeters between the bike and other objects or surfaces on either side Allow a distance of 3 feet or 1 meter from the front or rear of the bike to any other object or surface HOW TO STABILIZE THE LIFECYCLE UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE After placing the bike in position check the unit s stability by attempting to rock it from side to side Any slight rocking indicates that the unit must be le
18. the standard HILL workout profile with the concept of Heart Rate Zone Training The default target heart rate is calculated as 80 percent of the theoretical maxi mum HRmax but the user can adjust the target rate during the workout setup The workout alternates between a hill which brings the heart rate up to the target rate of 80 percent of HRmax and a valley which brings the heart rate down to 65 percent of HRmax After a standard three minute warm up the workout progresses toward the first hill and heart rate goal Once the goal is reached the hill continues for three minutes Then the level decreases into a valley Once the 65 percent of HRmax goal is reached the valley continues for three minutes after which the next hill begins The user s fitness level determines the number of hills and valleys encountered within the duration At the end of the duration the workout goes into a Cooldown Phase If the heart rate goes above the the oretical maximum for more then 45 seconds the exercise bike automatically goes into pause mode The program does not proceed to a new heart rate goal until the user reaches the current goal Warm up 65 HRmax HEART RATE INTERVAL Workout Profile 80 HRmax Hill Hill Valley Valley Valley Hill 65 HRmax 80 HRmax 65 HRmax 80 HRmax 117 BPM 117 BPM 117 BPM User Example 80 40 year old 144 recommended BPM percent of theoretical maximum HR max 144 BPM 144 BPM
19. to re moisten the chest strap electrodes grasp the center of the strap pull it away from the chest to expose the two electrodes and moisten them A A 23 4 THE WORKOUTS 4 1 WORKOUT OVERVIEWS This section lists the Lifecycle Upright Bike s pre programmed workouts For more detailed informa tion see Section 4 2 titled Using the Workouts QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising and it bypasses the steps involved in selecting a specific workout program After the QUICK START key is pressed a constant level workout begins The intensity level does not change automatically MANUAL is a workout in which the intensity level does not change automatically FAT BURN is a low intensity workout for burning the body s fat reserves The user must wear a Polar heart rate chest strap or grasp the Lifepulse system sensors continuously The workout pro gram automatically adjusts the intensity level based on the actual heart rate to maintain the rate at 65 percent of the theoretical maximum HILL is an interval training workout combining hills and valleys of different intensity levels which is proven to provide effective time efficient cardiovascular results RANDOM is an interval training workout of constantly changing intensity levels that occur in no regu lar pattern or progression CARDIO is a higher intensity workout for more fit users emphasizing cardiovascular benefits and maxi mum fat burning The
20. user must wear a Polar heart rate chest strap or grasp the Lifepulse system sensors continuously The workout program automatically adjusts the intensity level based on the actual heart rate to maintain the rate at 80 percent of the theoretical maximum ZONE TRAINING are workouts that target specific ranges or zones for maintaining a heart rate to achieve maximum exercise results Zone Training workouts include HEART RATE HILL takes the user through three different hills based on the target heart rate The user must grasp the Lifepulse system sensors continuously or wear a Polar heart rate chest strap HEART RATE INTERVAL alternates between a hill and a valley based on the target heart rate The user must grasp the Lifepulse system sensors continuously or wear a Polar heart rate chest strap EXTREME HEART RATE is an intense workout for more experienced users It is designed to get the heart rate up and down as quickly as possible The user must grasp the Lifepulse system sensors continuously or wear a Polar heart rate chest strap Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription as equal to 220 minus an individual s age Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum For example a 40 year old user s THR for the HEART RATE HILL workout is 144 This workout targets 80 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 80 144 HILL PLUS are workou
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22. ART RATE MONITORING SYSTEM The patented Lifepulse system sensors are the built in heart rate monitoring system on the Life Fitness Lifecycle Upright Bike During a workout grasp the sensors A that are set into the han dlebars For an accurate reading use a comfortable grip The console displays the heart rate after 10 to 40 seconds A A B B 22 THE POLAR TELEMETRY HEART RATE MONITORING CHEST STRAP The Lifecycle Upright Bike is equipped with Polar telemetry a heart rate monitoring system in which electrodes pressed against the skin transfer heart rate signals to the bike console These elec trodes are attached to a chest strap that the user wears during the workout The chest strap is optional To order it call Life Fitness Customer Support Services See Section 6 5 titled How to Obtain Product Service See the diagram below for correct positioning of the strap The electrodes A which are the two grooved surfaces on the underside of the strap must remain wet to transmit accurately the elec trical impulses of the heart back to the receiver Moisten the electrodes Then secure the strap as high under the chest muscles as possible The strap should be snug but comfortable enough to allow for normal breathing The transmitter strap delivers an optimal heart rate reading when the electrodes are in direct contact with skin However it also functions properly through a thin layer of wet clothing If it becomes necessary
23. TE Consulting a fitness trainer is recommended for defining specific fitness goals and designing a workout program The Lifecycle Upright Bike features five exclusive workouts designed to take full advantage of the benefits of heart rate zone training exercise FAT BURN CARDIO HEART RATE HILL HEART RATE INTERVAL and EXTREME HEART RATE The Time in Zone Goal option another feature of heart rate zone training enhances these workouts by setting a certain duration within the target zone as a workout goal For detailed information about the workouts as well as the Time In Zone Goal option see Section 4 titled The Workouts During one of these workouts grasp the Lifepulse system sen sors or wear the Polar heart rate chest strap to enable the bike s on board computer to monitor the heart rate The comput er automatically adjusts the resistance level to maintain the target heart rate based on the actual heart rate To change the target heart rate during a workout use the arrow keys on the Control Panel or touch the TARGET HR button on the Touchscreen Display and then enter the new heart rate using the keypad or the arrow keys and select ENTER Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum For example a 40 year old user s THR for the CARDIO workout is 144 This workout targets 80 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 80 144 21 3 2 HEART RATE MONITORING THE LIFEPULSETM DIGITAL HE
24. The safety of the equipment can be maintained only if the equipment is examined regu larly for damage or wear Keep the equipment out of use until defective parts are repaired or replaced Pay special attention to parts that are subject to wear as outlined in the Preventive Maintenance Schedule See Section 6 2 REMARQUE pour conserver un mat riel s r il convient de l inspecter r guli rement afin de d celer tout signe d usure ou d endommagement N utilisez pas l appareil tant que les pi ces d fectueuses n ont pas t r par es ou remplac es Portez une attention toute particuli re aux pi ces qui s usent comme indiqu ci dessous The following preventive maintenance tips will keep the Lifecycle Upright Bike operating at peak performance Locate the bike in a cool dry place Keep the pedal straps fastened securely when using the bike Keep the display console free of fingerprints and salt build up caused by sweat Use a 100 cotton cloth lightly moistened with water and mild liquid detergent to clean the bike Other fabrics including paper towels may scratch the surface Do not use ammonia or acid based cleaners Long fingernails may damage or scratch the surface of the console use the pad of the finger to press the selection buttons on the console and touchscreen Clean the housing thoroughly on a regular basis NOTE A non abrasive cleaner and soft cotton cloth are strongly recommended
25. ar old user s THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117 This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 65 117 19 For example use the arrow keys under ELAPSED TIME to change the goal time for the session Workout statistics such as RPM revolutions per minute cannot be changed As described above workout goals may also be changed by touching the corresponding button on the Touchscreen Display and accessing the corresponding Workout Setup screens B SCREEN LOCK UNLOCK Cannot be used during a workout Freezes the screen for the purpose of routine maintenance screen cleaning The screen automatically unlocks after ten seconds Pressing SCREEN LOCK a second time will unlock it as well C COOLDOWN Workout programs end automatically in a Cooldown phase which lowers the intensity level In this phase of a workout the body begins to remove lactic acid and other accumulated by products of exercise which build up in muscles during a workout and contribute to muscle soreness Press the COOLDOWN key to enter the Cooldown stage at any point during the workout Each workout s Cooldown level is automatically adjusted according to the individual user s performance Cooldown times are preset in proportion to the duration of a workout The Cooldown time can be changed by using the corresponding arrow keys on the Control Panel At the end of Cooldown a workout summary box appears D QUICK START Choose this to
26. ate weight allows the program to dis play METs If weight has been entered METs toggle with WATTS on the Workout Progress Screen GENDER Select gender and press enter Only used for the Fitness Testing workouts 5 SELECTING A WORKOUT MODE All workouts on the Lifecycle Upright Bike default to a Constant Calories Per Hour Mode The Bike Mode provides another option for varying workouts The Bike Mode is accessed on the Workout Progress Screen under Mode NOTE Bike Mode is not available on any of the heart workouts Bike Mode This workout mode simulates the experience of riding a real bicycle The rate of calories burned and total distance travelled increase automatically as the user increases the pedaling speed To select Bike mode press BIKE MODE button Constant Calories Per Hour Mode This workout mode enables a user to maintain a consistent rate of calories burned per hour As the pedaling speed increases the resis tance level automatically decreases As the pedaling speed decreases the resistance level automatically increases This mode can be used with all workouts To change modes during a workout 1 Select any program that does NOT require a heart rate measurement 2 Set up the program through the setup screens 3 Begin the workout 4 On the workout progress screen beneath Mode choose BIKE MODE The message area displays the message Bike Mode Resistance is independent of RPM 5 Contin
27. aximum For example a 40 year old user s THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117 This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 65 117 Constant Cals HR Press this key to maintain a constant rate of calories burned per hour For more information about Bike Mode and Constant Calories Per Hour Mode see the topic Selecting a Workout Mode in Section 4 2 titled the Using the Workouts N CHANGE WORKOUT Choose this button to go back to the workout selection screen and choose a new workout or to change a goal type of value while retaining workout progress To change work outs choose the new program enter any remaining values and press ENTER To return to the cur rent workout without making any changes choose BACK Select RESET on the workout selection screen to clear all the stored information about the current workout before changing to a new pro gram To adjust a goal type Calories Distance or if in a heart rate program Time in Zone or choose a different goal while retaining workout progress select Change Workout and then ADJUST GOAL which accesses the goal type screen defaulted to the current goal type and value To change the goal value use the arrow buttons or the numerical keypad change the value and then select ENTER To change the goal type O ELAPSED TIME Use this button to change the length of the workout or to choose a different view for time ELAPSED TIME is the default view bu
28. by a build down in intensity The workout consists of 32 intervals which are divided into groups of four In the first group the user encounters one fast interval followed by three slow intervals The second group features two fast intervals followed by two slow intervals The third group features three fast intervals followed by one slow interval The fourth group which is the most intense point of the workout features four fast inter vals Afterward the workout decreases in intensity concluding with a group of four consecutive slow intervals See the chart below The length of the intervals depends on the workout duration selected by the user Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 Group 6 Group 7 Group 8 Fast Slow Build Up Build Down Interval 1 Interval 2 Interval 3 Interval 4 Workout Begin 36 37 4 LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST The Lifecycle Upright Bike Fit Test program is another exclusive feature of this versatile exercise bike The Life Fitness Fit Test measures cardiovascular fitness and can be used to monitor improvements in endurance every four to six weeks The user must grasp the hand sensors when prompted or wear a heart rate chest strap as the test score calculation is based on a heart rate reading The workout duration will be five minutes at the chosen resistance level Immediately afterward the console will take the user s heart rate reading calculate a fitness score and display the sc
29. ctive within that duration Once the objective is met the workout automatically goes into a Cooldown Phase To use the Time In Zone Goal feature 1 Select either FAT BURN CARDIO or any of the Zone Training workouts including HEART RATE HILL HEART RATE INTERVAL or EXTREME HEART RATE 2 In the Goal Time setup screen choose TIME IN ZONE enter the desired amount of time and select ENTER 3 Finish the setup steps for the selected workout 4 Begin the workout NOTE Time in Zone is directly correlated to fitness level Since the program will continue to increase resistance until the goal is met it may be wise to start low and work towards a higher goal Choose COOLDOWN at any time to exit the workout and immediately enter a Cooldown Phase For help setting Time in Zone goals consult a personal trainer For more information on Heart Rate Zone Training see Section 3 1 Why Heart Rate Zone Training SELECTING AND ADJUSTING THE INTENSITY LEVEL When prompted use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the displayed intensity level or target heart rate to the desired value or choose the desired value with the NUMERIC KEYPAD and press ENTER Adjust the level as needed or desired during the workout Intensity level The Lifecycle Exercise Bike provides a selection of 26 intensity levels 0 to 25 The Workout Profile Window displays the levels of intensity in a workout in progress as pro portional columns The height of the c
30. each interval Each workout is made up of 20 intervals so the duration of each interval is equal to the duration of the entire workout divided by 20 32 1 to 9 minutes A workout with a duration of less than 10 minutes is insufficient for the Hill program to complete all four phases adequately The program therefore condenses a workout of this dura tion at various stages 10 to 19 minutes The interval durations initially are set at 30 seconds for a 10 minute workout For every minute added by the user on the fly each interval increases by three seconds A 15 minute workout consists of 20 intervals at 45 seconds each 20 to 99 minutes All intervals last 60 seconds If the user adds minutes to the pre set duration while the workout is in progress the program adds hills and valleys that are identical to the first eight intervals of the Interval Training phase This pattern repeats until the workout is completed HILL PLUS The Life Fitness patented HILL PLUS workouts give even more ways to vary interval training Based on the same principles as the HILL workout Hill Plus workouts are customized to resem ble different locations training scenarios to add variety and challenge to Hill workouts 1 AROUND THE WORLD An interval training workout in which the hills resemble scenes of various geographical areas 2 CASCADES A two peak workout in which intensity levels gradually increase and decrease 3 FOOTHILLS A rolling hil
31. een lock and unlock Cooldown Quick Start and TV controls Screens Workout Selection Workout Setup and Workout Progress Screens Information Displayed Distance Mode Bike or Constant Calories CAL HR Calories CAL HR Watts METs Elapsed Time or Remaining Time or Hidden Time Time in Zone Level RPM and Target Heart Rate for heart workouts TV on zoom Summaries Total elapsed time of workout total calories burned total distance and time in zone when applicable Workouts Quick Start Fat Burn Manual Random Cardio and Hill Zone Training including Heart Rate Hill Heart Rate Interval and Heart Rate Extreme Hill Plus including Around the World Foothills Kilimanjaro Interval Cascades and Speed Training Personal Trainer including Watts METs Aerobics Trainer Life Fitness Fit Test and Air Force PRT Heart rate monitor Lifepulse system sensors and Polar telemetry heart rate monitoring system Polar heart rate chest strap optional Intensity levels 26 0 to 25 Pedal size 5 inches x 5 5 inches 127 millimeters x 140 millimeters Drive type Belt alternator Power Requirements Refer to Section 1 3 Setup Electrical Power Requirements Accessory Tray Standard Color Gray Silver Ports 1 Type RJ45 Network ready connection CATV 1 F type connector ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS Length 48 inches 122 centimeters Width 24 inches 61 centimeters Height 54 inches 137 centi
32. en L5 10 men L8 14 men L2 4 women L3 7 women L6 10 women Suggested exertion levels should be used as a guideline for setting up the Fit Test program The goal is to elevate the user s heart rate to a level that is between 60 85 of their theoretical maximum heart rate 220 age Within each suggested range these additional guidelines can be used Lower Half of Range Upper Half of Range higher age lower age lower weight higher weight shorter taller In cases of excessive weight use lower half of range The computer will not accept heart rates less than 52 or greater than 200 beats per minute body weights less than 75 pounds 34 kg or greater than 400 pounds 182 kg ages below 10 or over 99 years data input that exceeds human potential If an error is made when entering any Fit Test data correct it by pressing CLEAR inputting the correct information and pressing ENTER It is important to take the Fit Test under similar circumstances each time Heart rate is dependent on many factors including amount of sleep the previous night at least seven hours is recommended time of day time of last meal two to four hours after the last meal is recommended time of last beverage containing caffeine or alcohol or of a cigarette at least four hours is recom mended time since last exercise at least six hours is recommended For the most accurate Fit Test results perform the Fit Test on three consec
33. eople of the same age and gender AIR FORCE PRT is similar to the Fit Test workout except that this program is based upon a spe cific predefined protocol The available test is AIR FORCE PHYSICAL READINESS TEST PRT U S MILITARY 4 2 USING THE WORKOUTS Different bike workouts require different setup steps This section provides details on the steps them selves See the chart titled Lifecycle Upright Bike Workout Setup Steps at the end of this section for a quick glance at the steps for setting up any workout program 1 BEGINNING A WORKOUT Without networking touch the screen to START The Message Area displays the prompt Select your workout or press for more information Choose a workout program to begin If equipped with optional networking touch the screen to START The Message area displays the prompt SELECT YOUR WORKOUT ENTER YOUR NETWORK ID OR PRESS FOR MORE INFOR MATION and an NETWORK ID button will appear on the Workout Selection Screen Select a workout or log on to the networked exercise database and download the preset workout To log onto the network press NETWORK ID and key in the user ID number with the NUMERIC KEYPAD Press ENTER 24 25 SELECTING AND USING QUICK START QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising and it bypasses the steps of selecting a specific workout program On the start screen press the QUICK START button The workout begins at an intensity level
34. he channel control keypad on the touchscreen W NUMERICAL KEYPAD Use to enter a new channel selection X ENTER Select this button to change the channel to the new selection Y CLEAR Clears any entry made retaining the current channel Additional buttons appearing in the Workout Progress Screen for different workouts TIME IN ZONE Displays the accumulated time that the heart rate stays within the selected target zone for a Heart Rate Zone Training workout See section 3 titled Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise for more information CONTROL PANEL The Control Panel allows the user to control workout and TV parameters without leaving the Workout Progress screen It also provides a quick and easy way for maintenance staff to clean the Touchscreen Display without activating the screen A ARROW KEYS When in the workout phase the UP and DOWN arrow keys are used in combi nation with the Touchscreen Display These keys allow the user to make changes to a workout goal during the workout Each set of arrow keys controls the goal located directly above it on the Touchscreen Display Changeable information i e a workout goal either appears as a button Time Level or Target Heart Rate or is accessible through CHANGE WORKOUT ADJUST GOAL Calories Distance and for heart rate programs Time in Zone Workout statistics are not changeable Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum For example a 40 ye
35. in workout MANUAL Select MANUAL Enter goal type and value Select level Begin workout FAT BURN Select FAT BURN Enter goal type and value Enter age Accept THR Begin workout HILL Select HILL Enter goal type and value Select level Begin workout CARDIO Select CARDIO Enter goal type and value Enter age Accept THR Begin workout CHOOSE PERSONAL TRAINER TO ACCESS ANY OF THE FOLLOWING WATTS Select WATTS Enter goal type and value Enter Watts goal value Begin workout METS Select METs Enter goal type and value Enter METs goal value Begin workout AEROBICS TRAINER Select AEROBICS TRAINER Enter goal type and value Select level Begin workout LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST Select FIT TEST Enter weight Enter age Enter gender Enter level Begin workout AIR FORCE PRT Select AIR FORCE PRT Enter weight Enter height Enter age Enter gender Answer prompt Begin workout CHOOSE HILL PLUS TO ACCESS ANY OF THE FOLLOWING AROUND THE WORLD Select AROUND THE WORLD Enter goal type and value Select level Begin workout KILAMANJARO Select KILIMANJARO Enter goal type and value Select level Begin workout INTERVAL Select INTERVAL Enter goal type and value Select level Begin workout CASCADES Select CASCADES Enter goal type and value Select level Begin workout SPEED TRAINING Select SPEED TRAINING Enter goal type and value Select level Begin workout FOOTHILLS Press FOOTHILLS Enter goal type and value
36. ines for Exercise Testing and Prescription as equal to 220 minus an individual s age Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum HRmax For example a 40 year old user s rec ommended THR for the EXTREME HEART RATETM WORKOUT is 153 The workout program targets a standard 85 per cent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 85 153 PERSONAL TRAINER Personal Trainer workouts are customized workouts designed either for the advanced user or to be used in connection with a personal trainer 1 WATTS This workout targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of Watts A Watt is a unit of power that measures the amount of mechanical work required to operate a device such as a Lifecycle Upright Bike It is roughly equal to 25 calories per hour The workout program automatically alters the intensity level to maintain the appropriate rate of effort 2 METS This workout targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of METs A MET is a unit of measure ment used to express the metabolic rate of work oxygen consumption per unit of body weight required to perform a task One MET is approximately equal to a person s metabolism when seated and relaxed 3 AEROBICS TRAINER In this workout the user is prompted to switch between a high pedaling speed and a low pedaling speed These speed intervals alternate in a pattern that promotes a build up in the intensity of the workout followed
37. irectly underneath Level to change the level of exertion without leaving the Workout Progress Screen S WORKOUT STATISTICS Continually updates the workout progress by showing Distance Calories Burned switches between calories burned and calories per hour Watts Heart Rate on any work out if the user is grasping the Lifepulse sensors of wearing a telemetry strap Target Heart Rate switches between target heart rate and actual heart rate and RPM Cal Hr and METs Watts have buttons beneath the displays which give added functionality These but tons can be used to lock the display or to force the display to toggle To lock the display for instance turn off the toggle so only calories burned is displayed simple press the button once while the desired setting is displayed To toggle for instance if METs is displayed to change the display immediately to Watts press the button twice in succession 17 Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum For example a 40 year old user s THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117 This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 65 117 18 T TV SELECTION TV ON OFF accesses the TV and enables the Channel and Volume keys on the Surrounding Console TV ZOOM far bottom right toggles between large and small screen TV viewing U ENTER WEIGHT Enter weight in order for METs to toggle with the Watts display V CHANNEL CONTROLS Accesses t
38. l workout with low intensity levels 4 INTERVAL A Hill workout in which intensity levels rise and fall The higher levels gradually incline toward a peak and then gradually decline 5 KILIMANJARO A Hill workout in which the intensity levels gradually incline toward one ultimate peak and then gradually decline 6 SPEED TRAINING A Hill workout in which the intensity level alternates between high and low levels very quickly to simulate a typical speed training workout 32 33 ZONE TRAINING Zone Training workouts target specific ranges or zones for maintaining a heart rate to achieve maximum exercise results 1 HEART RATE HILLTM This program combines the standard HILL workout profile with the concept of Heart Rate Zone Training The default target heart rate is calculated as 80 percent of the theoretical maximum HRmax but the user can adjust the target rate during the workout setup All hills and valleys are percentages of HRmax The workout consists of three hills that target three heart rate goals The first hill brings the heart rate to 70 percent of HRmax The second hill increases the rate to 75 percent of HRmax The third hill matches the Target Heart Rate brining the heart rate to 80 percent of HRmax The valley always is defined as 65 percent of HRmax After a standard three minute warm up the workout progresses toward the first hill and heart rate goal Once the user reaches 70 percent of HRmax the hill co
39. le v lo d exercice Lifecycle ou pour en descendre Ne jamais faire face vers l arri re pendant l utilisation du v lo d exercice Lifecycle CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR TOUT USAGE ULT RIEUR 6 7 1 2 NEW FEATURES The Integrated LCD Console on the Life Fitness Lifecycle Upright Bike brings together the best LCD technology and the best cardio equipment It combines eye catching entertainment with an interactive exercise experience NEW FEATURES ON THE LIFECYCLE UPRIGHT BIKE INCLUDE New Touchscreen Display This integrated intuitive touchscreen features built in intelli gence This gives exercisers the freedom to watch their favorite TV program and monitor their entire workout progress at the same time all on one screen See Section 2 2 Display Console Descriptions Workout Progress Ergonomic Viewing The ergonomically positioned viewing angle provides optimal comfort and reduces glare Plus the protective layer on the Touchscreen Display eliminates direct contact and preserves the life of the LCD screen Easy Start up It s no longer necessary to pedal to get started Instead choose and set up a workout and begin pedaling when the workout begins See Section 4 2 Using the Workouts Improved Interface The sharp screen image and attractive graphics makes the screen eas ier to read and to use There are no complicated steps to setting up a workout simply choose a workout enter values and get sta
40. meters Weight 107 pounds 49 kilograms SHIPPING DIMENSIONS Base Console Length 48 inches 122 centimeters Length 19 inches 48 25 centimeters Width 22 inches 56 centimeters Width 24 inches 61 centimeters Height 37 inches 94 centimeters Height 8 inches 20 3 centimeters Weight 125 pounds 46 6 kilograms Weight 15 pounds 6 8 kilograms M051 00K63 B088
41. n DANGER Pour r duire les risques de br lures d incendie de d charges lectriques ou de blessures chaque appareil doit absolument tre branch sur une prise lectrique correctement mise la terre Ne jamais faire fonctionner un produit Life Fitness dont la fiche ou le cordon d alimentation est endommag ni aucun appareil qui serait tomb ou aurait t endommag ou m me partiellement plong dans l eau Appeler le service la client le de Life Fitness pour obtenir de l aide Tenir le cordon d alimentation l cart de toute surface chauff e Ne pas tirer l appareil par le cordon d alimen tation ne pas utiliser le cordon comme poign e Ne pas faire passer le cordon sur le sol sous l appareil ni le long de l appareil Si le cordon d alimentation lectrique est endommag il doit tre remplac par le fabricant par un r parateur agr ou par une dossier individuel travailleur qualifi afin d viter tout danger ENDROIT Placer ce produit de mani re ce que l utilisateur puisse acc der la fiche du cordon d alimentation Utiliser le v lo d exercice allong Lifecycle uniquement de la fa on indiqu e dans le pr sent manuel Maintenir la zone autour de l appareil libre de toute obstruction y compris murs et meubles Pr voir un d gagement d au moins un m tre derri re l appareil Ne pas utiliser le v lo d exercice Lifecycle l ext rieur pr s d une piscine ou da
42. n Brunswick Bldg 8F 5 27 7 Sendagaya Shibuya Ku Tokyo JAPAN 151 0051 Telephone 81 3 3359 4309 FAX 81 3 3359 4307 M051 00K63 B088 12 03 CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 10601 West Belmont Avenue Franklin Park Illinois 60131 U S A 847 288 3300 FAX 847 288 3703 800 735 3867 Toll free within U S A Canada www lifefitness com INTERNATIONAL OFFICES Before using this product it is essential to read this ENTIRE operation manual and ALL installation instructions This will help in setting up the equipment quickly and in instructing others on how to use it correctly and safely Avant toute utilisation de ce produit il est indispensable de lire ce manuel d utilisation dans son INT GRALIT ainsi que TOUTES les instructions d installations Ce manuel explique comment installer l quipement et comment l utiliser correctement et sans danger FCC Warning Possible Radio Television Interference NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environ ment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the operation manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential a
43. nly The Distance Goal feature is designed to build endurance The user sets a distance goal during the workout setup Once the goal is met the workout automatically goes into a Cooldown Phase and ends afterward To use this feature 1 Select a workout the distance goal is available for any of the workouts 2 In the Goal Type setup screen choose DISTANCE enter the desired distance goal and select ENTER 3 Finish the setup steps for the selected workout 4 Begin the workout Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum For example a 40 year old user s THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117 This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 65 117 The Calories Goal feature is designed to promote weight loss and weight control The user sets a calorie goal during the workout setup Once the goal is met the workout automatically goes into a Cooldown Phase and ends afterward To use this feature 1 Select a workout the calorie goal is available for any of the workouts 2 In the Goal Time setup screen choose CALORIES enter the desired calorie goal and select ENTER 3 Finish the setup steps for the selected workout 4 Begin the workout The Time in Zone goal enhances a heart rate workout by setting a certain duration within the tar get heart rate as a workout goal The program automatically alters the resistance to maintain a pace that will meet that obje
44. ns des endroits tr s humides Ne laisser personne nuire l utilisateur ou entraver le fonctionnement de l quipement pendant une s ance d exercices Surveiller troitement les enfants ou les personnes handicap es qui utilisent le v lo d exercice FONCTIONNEMENT Les instructions de la console doivent toujours tre suivies pour obtenir un fonctionnement correct Ne pas placer les mains dans l appareil ou sous l appareil et ne pas le renverser sur le c t pendant le fonc tionnement Ne jamais ins rer d objets dans un orifice du v lo d exercice Lifecycle Si un objet tombe l int rieur de l ap pareil l extraire soigneusement pendant que l appareil n est pas utilis S il est impossible d atteindre l objet communiquer avec le service la client le de Life Fitness Ne jamais placer de contenants remplis de liquide directement sur l appareil sauf dans le plateau pour acces soires ou un support pr vu cet effet Il est recommand d utiliser des contenants munis d un couvercle Porter des chaussures avec des semelles en caoutchouc ou offrant une tr s bonne adh rence Ne pas utiliser de chaussures talons semelles en cuir ou munies de crampons S assurer qu aucun caillou n est incrust dans les semelles Ne pas utiliser le v lo d exercice Lifecycle pieds nus loigner les v tements l ches les lacets et les serviettes des pi ces en mouvement tre prudent pour monter sur
45. ntinues for one minute When the minute expires the level decreases into a valley Once the user s heart rate falls to 65 percent of HRmax the valley continues for one minute Then the next hill begins with its corresponding heart rate goal After the user completes the third hill valley pair the program returns to the first hill and repeats the cycle as long as the duration allows At the end of the duration the workout goes into a Cooldown Phase If the heart rate goes above the theoretical maximum for more then 45 seconds the exercise bike automatically goes into pause mode The program does not proceed to a new heart rate goal until the user reaches the current goal 117 BPM 85 THR 65 HRmax 70 HRmax 75 HRmax HEART RATE HILL Workout Profile 80 HRmax Hill Hill Hill Valley Valley Valley 65 HRmax 65 HRmax 65 HRmax 117 BPM 117 BPM 117 BPM 127 BPM 135 BPM User Example 80 40 year old 144 recommended BPM percent of theoretical maximum HR max 144 BPM Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription as equal to 220 minus an individual s age Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum HRmax A 40 year old user s recommended THR for the HEART RATE HILL workout is 144 or 80 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 80 144 34 2 HEART RATE INTERVALTM This program also combines
46. olumn furthest to the left is proportional to the current level of intensity Selecting a low intensity level at first is recommended As physical conditioning improves the levels can increase Target heart rate Programs that calculate a target heart rate base this number on the age of the user and the type of workout The user accepts or adjusts the rate when setting up the workout During the workout itself the program reads the heart rate which is transmitted via the Polar heart rate chest strap or the Lifepulse system sensors and it uses this data to adjust the resistance Manually raising the rate increases the intensity of the cardiovascular exercise 26 Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum For example a 40 year old user s THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117 This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 65 117 27 4 ENTERING WORKOUT VALUES AGE When prompted to enter Age use the ARROW KEYS to increase or decrease the dis played age to the correct value or key in the correct value with the NUMERIC KEYPAD and press ENTER Lifecycle Upright Bike workout programs that set a target heart rate zone first calculate the user s theoretical maximum heart rate by subtracting the user s age from the number 220 The programs then calculate the target zone as a percentage of the theoretical maximum WEIGHT Select weight and press enter Entering an accur
47. oper operation Do not reach into or underneath the unit and do not tip the unit on its side during operation Never insert objects into any opening of the Lifecycle Upright Bike If an object should drop inside carefully retrieve it while the unit is not in use If the object cannot be reached contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services Never place containers filled with liquids directly on the unit except in the accessory tray water bottle holder Containers should be covered with lids Wear shoes with rubber or high traction soles Do not use shoes with heels leather soles cleats or spikes Make sure no stones are embedded in the soles Do not use the Lifecycle Upright Bike with bare feet Keep all loose clothing shoelaces and towels away from moving parts Use caution when stepping on or off of the Lifecycle Upright Bike Never face backward while using the Lifecycle Upright Bike SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 1 POINT DE D PART 1 1 CONSIGNES DE S CURIT IMPORTANTES AVERTISSEMENT Ce produit ne peut demeurer s curitaire que s il est r guli re ment examin pour y d celer les dommages ventuels et l usure Voir la section sur l entretien pr ventif pour avoir de plus amples renseignements DANGER Pour r duire les risques de d charge lectrique toujours d brancher cet appareil Life Fitness avant le nettoyage ou toute mesure d entretie
48. ore in a results window The Fit Test is considered to be a submax VO2 volume of oxygen test It gauges how well the heart sup plies oxygenated blood to the exercising muscles and how efficiently those muscles receive oxygen from the blood Physicians and exercise physiologists generally regard this test as a good measure of aerobic capacity Please note that the estimated VO2 max scores achieved will be 10 percent to15 percent lower on stationary exercise bikes than those achieved on other Life Fitness cardiovascular equipment Stationary cycling has a higher rate of isolated muscle fatigue of the quadriceps when compared to walking running on a treadmill climbing on a stairclimber or utilizing a cross trainer This higher rate of fatigue corresponds to lower levels of estimated VO2 max scores To set up the Fit Test Choose PERSONAL TRAINER then LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST Go through the setup screens for the Fit Test including WEIGHT AGE AND GENDER Press Enter after each selection to record the entry Choose a workout level ENTER LEVEL Consult the following recommended fit test level chart for an appropriate effort level based on your age gender and activity level Use the NUMERIC BUT TONS or UP DOWN ARROW BUTTONS to enter the corresponding level After the five minute FIT TEST is completed a FIT TEST score will be displayed FIT TEST PROGRAM SUGGESTED EXERTION LEVELS Inactive Active Very Active Bike Fit Test Level L4 6 m
49. play and then changing the level using the arrow buttons or the numeric keypad and pressing ENTER For METs to be displayed during a workout select the ENTER WEIGHT button which is required to calculate this value If weight is entered METs will toggle with WATTS on the display Using the ARROW KEYS increase or decrease the displayed weight to the correct value or enter weight using the NUMERIC keypad and press ENTER to register MANUAL The MANUAL program sets an intensity level that does not change automatically While the work out is in progress increase or lower the intensity level as desired using the arrow keys RANDOM The RANDOM program creates a terrain of hills and valleys that varies with each workout More than one million different patterns are possible FAT BURN The FAT BURN workout is designed to maintain a user s heart rate at 65 percent of the theoretical maximum for optimal results Throughout the workout the user wears a Polar heart rate chest strap or grips the Lifepulse system sensors If the user is not wearing a chest strap or grasping the sensors the WORKOUT PROFILE window displays a heart shape and the display prompts the user to grip the sensors The console continuously monitors and displays the heart rate adjusting the intensity level of the Lifecycle Upright Bike to reach and maintain the target This system eliminates over and under training and it maximizes the aerobic benefits of exercise by
50. rea is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Class SA Studio Professional and or commercial use CAUTION Any changes or modifications to this equipment could void the product warranty MISE EN GARDE Tout changement et toute modification de ce mat riel peut annuler la garantie du produit Any service other than cleaning or user maintenance must be performed by an authorized ser vice representative There are no user serviceable parts 2 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Description Page 1 Getting Started 5 1 1 Important Safety Instructions 5 1 2 New Features 7 1 3 Setup 8 Electrical Power Requirements Where to Place the Lifecycle Upright Exercise Bike How to Stabilize the Lifecycle Upright Bike How to Adjust the Seat How to Adjust the Pedal Straps Getting Started on the Bike Console Fitness Net
51. ries are computed See the end of this section for more informa tion on BIKE and CONSTANT CALS HR MODES Select the COOLDOWN button on the Control Panel to enter a Cooldown Phase B WORKOUT SELECTIONS Allows the user to choose from eight different programs MANUAL RANDOM FAT BURN CARDIO AND HILL lead straight into workout setup screens HILL PLUS ZONE TRAINING AND PERSONAL TRAINER give additional workout selections Choose HILL PLUS for AROUND THE WORLD KILAMANJARO INTERVAL CASCADES SPEED TRAINING and FOOTHILLS Choose ZONE TRAINING for HR Hill HR HR Hill HR INTER INTERVVAL AL and EXTREME HR Choose PERSONAL TRAINER for WATTS METs AEROBICS TRAINER LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST and AIR FORCE PRT See Section 4 1 Workout Overviews for a description of each workout Buttons with a heart symbol access workouts that require heart rate monitoring For more informa tion see Workout Profile Window under Workout Progress C HELP Select the HELP button to access help buttons for each of the workouts Use these but tons to get a detailed explanation of each of the workouts D BACK Select BACK to move backward one screen 2 WORKOUT SETUP WORKOUT SETUP screens are accessed automatically upon selection of a workout program They allow the user to enter values or to choose a goal for the workout selected These depend on the work out but might include goal type time distance or calories level age weight
52. rted See Section 4 2 Using the Workouts New Help Files Now choosing a workout can be an informed decision Simply select the question mark on the workout selection screen to access help files which give explanations of each of the workouts See Section 2 2 Display Console Descriptions Workout Selection Help Workout Flexibility Choosing a different workout on the fly is as simple as selecting a but ton and choosing a new workout And now there are two ways to change a workout parame ter mid workout either use the keys on the Control Panel or use the buttons on the Touchscreen Display See Section 4 2 Using the Workouts Changing Ending Workouts Switching Workouts On the Fly Better Monitoring The Touchscreen Display shows all relevant workout statistics at one glance See Section 2 2 Display Console Descriptions Workout Progress New Time Views Allows the user to choose the most motivating time display for them Time can be viewed as Elapsed Time Remaining Time or Hidden Time Changing time views is as simple as touching a button See Section 2 2 Display Console Descriptions Workout Progress Elapsed Time More Options for Managers More ways for managers to monitor statistics track usages and record personalized messages Channel setup for the TV allows managers to control which channels are displayed on the TV See Section 5 System Options Menu New Zero 0 Resistance Level This
53. s Usage Log CONFIGURATION Allows access to all of the configurable settings of the unit Configurations which should only be changed by qualified technicians are password protected Manager Touch Screen Configuration Manufacturer password protected TV 5 2 SETTING CONFIGURATIONS MANAGER Allows the manager to set unit defaults configure workout duration set stand by and program cus tom messages TO SET DEFAULTS Either select appropriate radio buttons to select toggle settings or use the arrow keys to modify vari able default values Select DEFAULTS to return all values to original factory settings 42 Maximum Workout Duration Allows the manager to set a maximum workout limit between 1 and 99 minutes The time can be modified using the up or down arrow keys The unit default is 60 minutes Standby Configuration Sets the desired amount of time of inactivity before the system automatically turns the LCD screen backlight off The LCD screen will illuminate the next time activity is detected Inactivity Timer can be set from 0 to 24 hours Program Timeout Sets the amount of time the user can go without touching the Touchscreen while setting up their workout before the console resets back to the Welcome Screen Program Timeout can be set from 20 to 255 seconds The unit default is 60 seconds Pause Time Set the amount of time the unit can be inactive before it reverts back to the Welcome Screen Pause Time can be set
54. ser s heart rate throughout the test Heart rate is recorded every minute and if it is not detected the test will terminate The PRT starts with a 2 minute warm up After this warm up an initial wattage setting is determined from the user s input data The PRT then monitors a user s heart rate and determines if more resistance is needed After 6 minutes at a constant wattage the exercise bike will try to calculate a score 40 41 5 SYSTEM OPTIONS MENU 5 1 USING THE SYSTEMS OPTIONS MENU Fitness club managers and other authorized personnel can use the Systems Options feature to change default settings or to enable or disable certain programs or displays on the bike console to run systems checks and to access compiled statistics To enter the System Options go to the Workout Selection Screen press and hold the COOLDOWN key and touch the Life Fitness icon twice consecutively double touch SYSTEM TEST Allows technicians to run systems diagnostics NOTE These tests should only be used by or with the express instruction of a trained Life Fitness service technician System Diagnostics Telemetry Test Lifepulse Test CSAFE Network Test EEPROM Test INFORMATION System usage statistics on main motor Allows authorized personnel to access statistics on machine usage Statistics and Usage Log All other information is designed for use by trained Life Fitness service technicians Statistics Software Versions System Error
55. t during a workout This screen also allows access to TV viewing K MESSAGE AREA Shows the user the workout type prompts the user for needed information and explains concepts L WORKOUT PROFILE WINDOW This window displays the levels of intensity in a workout in progress as proportional columns The height of the column furthest to the left is proportional to the current level of intensity When the TV is on it covers this window During a FAT BURN CARDIO HEART RATE HILL HEART RATE INTERVAL or EXTREME HEART RATE workout which requires the use of a Polar heart rate chest strap or the LifepulseTM sys tem sensors the WORKOUT PROFILE window displays a flashing heart shape to request the user s heart rate signal If the console does not detect a signal the MESSAGE AREA displays the prompt NEED HEART RATE PLACE HANDS ON LIFEPULSE SENSORS OR USE TELEMETRY STRAP and beeps three times If the console does not receive the signal within three minutes the workout auto matically is converted to a MANUAL program M MODE Use Mode to choose Bike Mode or Constant Cals HR The default setting is Constant Cals Hr Bike Mode Select this button to activate the Bike Workout Mode in which the rate of calories burned and the total distance travelled increase automatically as the user increases the pedal ing speed Bike Mode is not available for heart rate workouts Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical m
56. t exercised regularly in the past year Life Fitness also recommends consulting a fitness professional on the correct use of this product If at any time while exercising the user experiences faintness dizziness pain or short ness of breath he or she must stop immediately Des probl mes de sant peuvent tre caus s par une utilisation incorrecte ou excessive de l quipement Life Fitness conseille VIVEMENT de consulter un m decin pour subir un examen m dical complet avant de commencer tout programme d exercice et tout particuli rement si l utilisateur a des ant c dents familiaux d hypertension ou de trou bles cardiaques ou s il a plus de 45 ans s il fume s il a du cholest rol s il est ob se ou n a pas fait d exercice r guli rement depuis un an Life Fitness recommande galement de consulter un professionnel du conditionnement physique pour savoir comment utilis er correctement ce produit Si pendant l utilisation de l appareil l utilisateur ressent un malaise des vertiges des douleurs ou des difficult s respirer il doit s arr ter imm diatement 5 1 GETTING STARTED 1 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING The safety of the product can be maintained only if it is examined regularly for damage and wear See Preventive Maintenance section for details DANGER To reduce the risk of electrical shock always unplug this Life Fitness product before cleaning or attempting any maintenance activity
57. t time can also be viewed by REMAINING TIME or HIDDEN TIME To change the time view select ELAPSED TIME choose a different time view and press ENTER To change the length of a workout midstream press the ELAPSED TIME button which also access es Goal Time Then use the arrow buttons or the numerical keypad make the adjustment and select ENTER Use the arrow keys on the Control Panel directly underneath ELAPSED TIME to change length of workout time without leaving the Workout Progress Screen NOTE Changing the length of a workout by using the TIME ELAPSED button has no effect on the time elapsed which is an ongoing measurement of the time already spent in a workout P TARGET HEART RATE for heart rate workouts only Displays the target heart rate the user has specified in the workout setup screens Can be changed anytime during a workout by using the arrow keys directly below it or by touching the TARGET HEART RATE button on the Touchscreen and accessing the Target Heart Rate Workout Setup Screen Q ACTUAL HEART RATE Displays the heart rate if the user grasps the Lifepulse sensors or wears a Polar compatible heart rate chest strap NOTE Heart rate can be checked on any of the screens whether before a workout begins or during a workout R LEVEL Displays the programmed intensity level Select LEVEL and then use the arrow buttons or the numerical pad to make a new selection Press ENTER Use the arrow keys on the Control Panel d
58. target heart rate for heart rate programs and for more advanced users Watts and METs E MESSAGE AREA Shows the user what workout is currently being set up It also prompts the user for needed information or gives explanations F ARROW BUTTONS Use the UP and DOWN arrows to adjust workout values goals such as length of workout weight age target heart rate and intensity level Press ENTER to record the selection 14 Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum For example a 40 year old user s THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117 This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 65 117 15 G NUMERICAL KEYPAD Another way for the user to enter workout parameters Key in the desired number on the keypad and press ENTER H CLEAR Clears any entry and returns the default setting I ENTER Press this button after entering a value to register the value and move to the next screen J BACK Returns to the previous screen TYPES OF WORKOUT SETUP SCREENS GOAL SETUP SCREENS Goal Type The default setting of Goal Type is TIME length of workout Allows the user to choose a predetermined length of time for the workout Users may also choose a more advanced Goal Type such as DISTANCE CALORIES or TIME IN ZONE only available for heart rate programs For Distance Calories and Time in Zone the length of the workout depends on how long it takes to reach the
59. that remains the same unless manually changed In order for METs to be displayed on the Workout Progress Screen choose ENTER WEIGHT 2 SELECTING A WORKOUT When prompted to select a workout select the desired workout button The touchscreen will then bring up the corresponding Workout Setup Screens which include level age weight target heart rate Watts and METs Press ENTER after each selection to record it After values are set the work out progress screen appears and the workout begins For MANUAL FAT BURN HILL RANDOM and CARDIO choose the corresponding button to enter directly into the workout setup screens For HEART RATE HILL HEART RATE INTERVAL and EXTREME HEART RATE choose ZONE TRAINING and then make a selection For WATTS METS AEROBICS TRAINER LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST and AIR FORCE PRT choose PERSONAL TRAINER and then make a selection For AROUND THE WORLD KILIMANJARO INTERVAL CASCADES SPEED TRAINING and FOOTHILLS select HILL PLUS and then make a selection 3 ENTERING WORKOUT GOALS SELECTING A GOAL TYPE Goal Type defaults to TIME length of workout When prompted to enter a Goal Time use the ARROW KEYS to increase or decrease the displayed time to the desired value or key in the desired value with the NUMERIC KEYPAD and press ENTER Workouts can be programmed to target certain types of goals other than the default time goal Distance Calories Time in zone for heart rate workouts o
60. tic interference from another heart rate transmitter with in three feet one meter Corrective Action Wet the belt transmitter elec trodes see section 3 2 Ensure the belt transmitter elec trodes are laying flat against the skin see section 3 2 Wash the belt transmitter with mild soap and water Make sure the chest strap trans mitter is within three feet one meter of the heart rate receiver Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services for instructions on how to have the chest strap replaced Move the treadmill a few inches away from the probable cause or move the probable cause a few inches away from the treadmill until the heart rate readings are accurate 45 6 4 HOW TO OBTAIN PRODUCT SERVICE 1 Verify the symptom and review the operating instructions The problem may be unfamil iarity with the product and its features and workouts 2 Locate and document the serial number of the unit This number consists of three letters followed by six numbers The serial number label is located on the front stabilizer at the bottom of the unit 3 Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services via the Web at www lifefitness com or call the nearest Life Fitness Customer Support Services group For Product Service within the United States and Canada Telephone 1 847 451 0036 FAX 1 847 288 3702 Toll free telephone 800 351 3737 For Product Service Internationally Life Fitness Europe GmbH
61. ting scale based on VO2 max percentile distributions referenced in American College of Sports Medicine s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription 6th Ed 2000 It is designed to provide a qualitative description of a user s VO2 max estimation and a means of assessing ini tial fitness level and tracking improvement 5 MILITARY FITNESS TEST AIR FORCE PRT The 95Ce exercise bike features an Air Force Physical Readiness Test PRT This test is similar to the fit test workout except that it does not have a preset time goal The Air Force PRT is located in the Personal Trainer Workouts To begin an Air Force PRT Choose PERSONAL TRAINER AIR FORCE PRT Go through the setup screens for the Fit Test including WEIGHT AGE AND GENDER Press Enter after each selection to record the entry The message area will next prompt for a user Fitness Level Do you participate in Aerobic Activity at least 20 minutes per session 3 times per week Select YES or NO Press ENTER to accept the selection The Air Force PRT begins after the user selects their Fitness Level and presses ENTER During the PRT the user must maintain 50 80 RPM If the user pedals outside this range a warning message is displayed If the user continues to pedal outside this range for more than 10 seconds the test is terminated If the user s heart rate exceeds 85 of their theoretical maximum heart rate the test is also terminated The Air Force PRT requires a u
62. training Each HILL workout goes through four phases each marked by different intensity levels The WORKOUT PROFILE window displays the progress of these phases as seen in the chart following these descriptions below As noted in the descriptions the heart rate should be measured at two stages in the workout to gauge its effectiveness To do so wear the Polar heart rate chest strap or continuously grip the Lifepulse system sensors Note that the WORKOUT PROFILE window does not display a request for a heart rate measurement during a HILL workout 1 Warm up is a phase of low gradually rising resistance which brings the heart rate into the lower end of the target zone and increases respiration and blood flow to working muscles 2 Plateau increases the intensity slightly and keeps it steady to bring the heart rate to the low end of the target zone Check the heart rate at the end of this phase 3 Interval Training is a series of increasingly steeper hills alternating with valleys or stints of recovery The heart rate should rise to the high end of the target zone Check the heart rate at the end of this phase 4 Cooldown is a low intensity phase that allows the body to begin removing lactic acid and other exercise by products which build up in muscles and contribute to soreness Each column as seen in the WORKOUT PROFILE window and the chart above represents one interval The overall duration of the workout determines the length of
63. ts in which intensity levels increase and decrease in set patterns The follow ing workouts may be accessed with this button AROUND THE WORLD is an interval training workout in which the hills resemble scenes of various geographical areas FOOTHILLS is a rolling hill workout with low intensity levels KILIMANJARO is a Hill workout in which the intensity levels gradually incline toward one ultimate peak and then gradually decline INTERVAL is a Hill workout in which intensity levels rise and fall The higher levels gradually incline toward a peak and then gradually decline CASCADES is a two peak workout in which intensity levels gradually increase and decrease SPEED TRAINING is a Hill workout in which the intensity level alternates between high and low levels very quickly to simulate a typical speed training workout PERSONAL TRAINER workouts are customized workouts designed either for the advanced user or to be used in connection with a personal trainer These workouts include WATTS targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of Watts METs targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of METs AEROBICS TRAINER is a workout that prompts the user to switch continuously between a high and low pedaling speeds The speed intervals alternate in a pattern that promotes a build up in the intensi ty of the workout followed by a build down in intensity LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST measures cardiovascular fitness compared to other p
64. ue the workout 6 To change back to Constant Calories per hour choose the Constant Cals HR button at any point The message area displays the message Constant Cals Hr Resistance will vary with RPM Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription as equal to 220 minus an individual s age Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum For example a 40 year old user s THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117 This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 65 117 28 6 CHANGING ENDING WORKOUTS SWITCHING WORKOUTS ON THE FLY It is possible during a workout to switch to another workout program After a switch the console retains all the progress information about the workout since its beginning To change workouts on the fly simply press CHANGE WORKOUT and then choose a new workout To switch to a new workout and restart the progress information choose CHANGE WORKOUT and then RESET NOTE All workouts can be switched on the fly retaining progress information except for HIll Plus workouts To change from a Hill Plus workout to another workout the user must select CHANGE WORKOUT and RESET losing workout progress CHANGING WORKOUT GOALS DURING A WORKOUT During a workout it is possible to change a workout goal type Time Distance Calories and Time in Zone for heart rate programs To adjust
65. using the body s fat stores for fuel CARDIO The CARDIO workout is virtually identical to FAT BURN however the target heart rate is cal culated at 80 percent of the theoretical maximum The user wears a chest strap or grips the Lifepulse system sensors The higher target promotes cardiovascular improvement by placing a heavier workload on the heart muscle Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription as equal to 220 minus an individual s age Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum HRmax A 40 year old user s recommended THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117 or 65 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 65 117 Target Heart Rate THR is a percentage of the theoretical maximum HRmax A 40 year old user s recommended THR for the CARDIO workout is 144 or 80 percent of the maximum so the equation would be 220 40 80 144 31 HILL The Life Fitness patented HILL workout offers a variety of configurations for interval training Intervals are periods of intense aerobic exercise separated by regular periods of lower intensity exercise The WORKOUT PROFILE window represents these high and low intervals as columns of light which together have the appearance of hills and valleys The computerized interval training workout has been scientifically demonstrated to promote greater cardio respiratory improvement than steady pace
66. utive days and average the three scores NOTE To receive a proper Fit Test score the work done must be within a training heart rate zone that is 60 percent to 85 percent of the theoretical maximum heart rate This rate is defined by the American College of Sports Medicine s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription as equal to 220 minus an individual s age 38 39 The tables below list fit test results RELATIVE FITNESS CLASSIFICATION FOR MEN Men Estimated VO2 Max ml kg min Per Age Category Rating 20 29 30 39 40 49 50 59 60 Elite 52 51 48 45 42 Excellent 50 51 48 50 46 47 42 44 39 41 Very Good 47 49 45 47 43 45 40 41 36 38 Above Average 44 46 42 44 40 42 37 39 33 35 Average 41 43 39 41 37 39 34 36 30 32 Below Average 38 40 36 38 34 36 31 33 27 29 Low 35 37 33 35 31 33 28 30 24 26 Very Low lt 35 lt 33 lt 31 lt 28 lt 24 RELATIVE FITNESS CLASSIFICATION FOR WOMEN Women Estimated VO2 Max ml kg min Per Age Category Rating 20 29 30 39 40 49 50 59 60 Elite 44 42 39 35 34 Excellent 42 43 40 41 37 38 33 34 32 33 Very Good 39 41 37 39 35 36 31 32 30 31 Above Average 37 38 35 36 32 34 29 30 28 29 Average 34 36 32 34 30 31 27 28 25 27 Below Average 31 33 29 31 27 29 25 26 23 24 Low 28 30 27 28 25 26 22 24 20 22 Very Low lt 28 lt 27 lt 25 lt 22 lt 20 Life Fitness developed this ra
67. veled Determine which foot is not resting completely on the floor Loosen the jam nut A with an open end 9 16 inch wrench and rotate the stabilizing foot B to lower it Verify that the bike is stable and repeat the adjustment as neces sary until the unit no longer rocks Lock the adjustment by tightening the jam nut against the stabilizer bar 8 Supply Voltage VAC 100 110 120 200 220 230 240 Frequency Hz 50 60 50 60 50 60 50 60 50 60 50 60 50 60 Rated Current Amps 1 6 1 6 1 6 8 8 8 8 9 HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT A properly adjusted seat is extremely important in any bike oriented exercise activity and the Lifecycle Upright Bike is no exception If the seat is too close excessive strain will be placed on the knees and quadriceps muscles if the seat is too far the resulting reaching action will irritate the feet ankles hips and knees Sit on the seat and place the balls of the feet on the pedals An optimum position will allow movement through the bottom of the stroke without locking the knees or shifting in the seat The knees should have a slight bend at the point of fullest leg extension If the seat needs to be adjusted lift the spring loaded adjusting handle located on the right front side of the seat Slide the seat forward or backward as necessary to the proper position and release the pin to complete engagement Gently slide the seat
68. working Cable TV Hook up 2 The Display Console 12 2 1 The Display Console Overview 12 2 2 Display Console Descriptions 13 2 3 The Accessory Tray 19 2 4 Reading Rack 19 3 Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise 20 3 1 Why Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise 20 3 2 Heart Rate Monitoring 21 The LifepulseTM Digital Heart Rate Monitoring System The Polar Telemetry Heart Rate Monitoring Chest Strap 4 The Workouts 23 4 1 Workout Overviews 23 4 2 Using the Workouts
69. y use of the port for other than its intended purpose could void the product warranty 10 11 CABLE TV HOOK UP Note to the CATV Installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Antenna Grounding According to the NEC Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 1 Antenna lead in wire 2 Antenna discharge unit nec section 810 20 3 Grounding conductors nec section 810 21 4 Ground clamp 5 Power service grounding electrode system nec article 250 part h 6 Ground clamp 7 Electric service equipment NOTE The TV aspect of the LCD Console can only receive a analog signal Digital cable must be externally converted to an analog signal 2 THE DISPLAY CONSOLE 2 1 DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW The computerized console on the Lifecycle Upright Bike allows the user to tailor a workout to personal fitness abilities and goals and to monitor progress With this easy to use console the user can track fitness improvement from one workout to the next The console consists of two parts The Touchscreen Display The Touchscreen Display the LCD screen allows the user to easily choose a workout set it up and monitor it

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