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YourHorizonFitness elliptical is designed to be reliable. However,if you do experienceproblems with your
elliptical, pleasereferencethe troubleshootingguide listed below.
PROBLEM:
Theconsoledoes not light up,
SOLUTION:
Verifythe foflowing:
• Theoutlet the machine is plugged into is functional Doublecheck that the breaker has not tripped.
• Thecorrect adapter is being used. Onlyusean adapter intended for HorizonFitness Ellipticals,
Theadapter is not pinched or damaged and is properlyplugged into the outlet ANDthe machine,
Thepower switch is turned to the ONposition (may not apply to aft models),
• Turnoff the machine and unplug power cord. Removethe console and check that aft connections to the console
are secure and not damaged or pinched.
NOTE,If your consoleuses batteries, they may need to be replaced.
PROBLEM:
Theconsole lights up but the fime/RPM'sdo not counL
SOLUTION:
Verifythe foflowing:
• Turnoff machine and unplug power cord. Removethe console and check that all connections to the console are
secure and not damaged or pinched.
If doing the above does not fix the problem, the speed sensor and/or magnet may have become dislodged or
damaged.
PROBLEM: Theresistance leveleseem to be incorrect, seeming too hard or too easy.
SOLUTION:
Verifythe foflowing:
Thecorrect adapter is being used. Onlyusean adapter intended for HorizonFitness Ellipticals,
• Reset the consoleand aflow the resistance to reset to the default position, Restart and retry the resistance levels,
PROBLEM:
Theroller wheelsappear to be leaving particles on the guide rails,
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This is considerednormal wearof the elliptical wheels,
Toremove,simply wipe off the roller wheelsand guide rails with a damp cloth,
PROBLEM:
Theelliptical makes a squeaking or chirping noise,
SOLUTION:
Verifythe following:
• Theelliptical is on a level surface,
• Loosenall bolts attached during the assembly process,grease the threads, and tighten again,
YOU MAYEXPERIEflCE Aft ERRATIC R EADOUT UNDER THE FOLLOW!fiG C OflDITION$:
o Grippingthe heart rate handlebars too tight. Tryto maintain moderatepressure while holding onto the
heart rate handlebars.
, Constantmovementand vibration due to constantlyholding the heart rate grips while exercising.
o Whenyou are breathing heavily during a workout.
o Whenyour hands are constricted by wearing a ring.
o Whenyour hands are dry or cold. Trymoistening your palms or rubbing them together to warm.
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Anyonewith heavyarrhythmia.
"Anyone with arteriosclerosis or
peripheral
circulation disorder.
o Anyone whose palm skin is especially thick.
NOTE: Outside interference sourcessuch as computers, motors and fluorescent lights may cause the heart
rate readingto beerratic. Checkyour exerciseenvironmentfor sourcesof interferencesuch as high powerlines,
large motors,etc.
If the abovetroubleshootingsection doesnot remedythe problem, discontinue use, turn the poweroff, and
contact Searsfor serviceat 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® .
Thefollowing information may be askedof you whenyou call. Pleasehave these items readily available:
o ModelName
, Serial Number
In order for a technicbn to service your elliptical, you may be asked detailed questions about the symptoms that
are occurring. Some troubleshooting questions that may be asked are:
o How long has this problem been occurring?
o Does this problem occur with every use? With every user?
o If you are hearing a noise, does it come from the front, back or inside? What kind of noise is it (thumping,
grinding, squeaking, chirping etc.)?
o If you are having a resistance problem what is occurring? Is the resistance always too hard or too easy?
Does the resistance respond when pushing the buttons on the console? Does the resistance constantly cycle
through the levels during the workout?
o Has the machine been maintained per the maintenance schedule?
o Does the problem occur when using the handlebars? Without using the handlebars?
Answeringtheseand other questions will give the techniciansthe ability to sendproper replacementparts and
the servicenecessaryto get you and your HorizonFitnesselliptical running again!
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