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F_ T H E S S PLEASE CAREFULLY READTHIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR NEW ELLIPTICAL...
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TA LE OF Product Registration Important Safety Instruction_ Important Electrical Information Important Operation Instructions Transport Instructions E98 Assembly Instructions Elliptical Features Operation of Your New Elliptical Programmable Features Using Heart Rate Monitor General Maintenance Manufacturer's Limited Warranty ATTENTION THIS ELLIPTICAL IS INTENDED FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY AND ISWARRANTED FORTHE...
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F TNESS CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW ELLIPTICAL AND WELCOME TO THE SOLE FAMILY! Thank you for your purchase of this quality elliptical trainer from SOLE. Your new elliptical has been manufactured by one of the leading fitness manufacturers in the world...
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IMPORTANT TYI ST UCTI WARNING - Read all instructions before using this appliance. DANGER -To reduce the risk of electric shock disconnect your SOLE elliptical from the electrical outlet prior to cleaning and/or service work. WARNING -To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric...
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Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw. Grounded Outfet Tab of Metai Screw' Screw Grounded OutJet Box Grounding E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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If you feel the buttons are not functioning properly with normal pressure contact your SOLE dealer. POWER CONNECTOR - FRONT, LEFT SIDE OF UNIT TRANSPORT I ST The elliptical is equippped with two transport wheels...
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1.5T #168.5/16" #116.3/8"x 3/4" Split Washer (4 pcs) Star Washer (4 pcs) Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs) #115.5/16"x 2-1/4" #117.3/8"x 1-1/2" Hex Head Bolt (4 pcs) Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs) #118.3/8"x 2-1/4" Hex Head Bolt (1 pc) E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Flat Washer (2 pcs) Nyloc Nut (2 pcs) HARDWARE 4 #132.3.5 x 12mm #129. M5 x 15mm #131. lOmm Sheet Metal Screw (10 pcs) Phillips Head Screw (29 pcs) Phillips Head Screw (4 pcs) #20. Bracket (2 pcs) E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Locate the hardware package. Remove the tools first. Remove the hardware for each step as needed to avoid confusion. The numbers in the instructions that are in parenthesis (#) are the item number from the assembly drawing for reference. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Metal Screw (8 pcs) install the Handle Bar Covers (91 to 92) and (93 to 94) over the Console Mast #116.3/8"x 3/4" axle connections and secure with the eight Sheet Metal Screws (132). Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs) E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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This step to be performed after the elliptical power is plugged in. Run the incline to position 8 and install the incline Rail front cover (99) up against the middle stabilizer tube with four Phillips Head Screws (129). E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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RAMP INCLINE ADJUSTMENT The E98 has an incline feature that will further increase the variety of your workouts. When the incline...
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To exit the display mode, for normal operation, press and hold the Stop, Enter and Display keys for five seconds; the display will show: Display Mode - ON. Use the Resistance Up key to change the setting to OFF then press Enter E98 ELLIPTICAL...
Reset. During data entry for a program the Stop key performs a Previous Screen function.This allows you to go back one step in the programming each time you press the Stop key. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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E98 will show the incline profile also when the Display key is pressed. Press the Enter key to select a program and begin customizing the settings.
Display key. When the program ends the message window will show a summary of your workout.The summary will be displayed for a short time then the console will return to the start-up display. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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60% to 70% of its maximum potential. This program does not use heart rate but simulates a lower, steady exertion workout. E98 WORK E98INCLINE Cardio The Cardio program is designed to increase your cardiovascular function and endurance.This...
Display key. When the program ends the message window will show a summary of your workout. The summary will be displayed a short time then the console will return to the start-up display. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
Consult your physician before participating in any exercise program. With all SOLE Heart Rate Control elliptical machines you may use the heart rate monitor feature without using the Heart Rate Control program.This function can be used during...
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In this condition, your pace will feel harder. Again, this will show up in your RPE and you will train at the proper level for that day. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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The antenna that picks up your heart rate is very sensitive. If there is an outside noise source, turning whole machine 90 degrees may de-tune the interference. Another Individual wearing a transmitter within 3'of your machine's console. If you continue to experience problems contact your dealer. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
Start to begin the same program again or Stop to exit the program or you can save the program you just completed as a Custom Program by pressing the Custom key and following the instructions in the message window. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Press the Incline Up key and the Start key at the same time. Hold them down for 5 seconds and the Incline calibration will start and run automatically. If the problem persists contact Sole service department. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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SOLE technical service at 866-MYSOLE1 (697-6531). If no local service is available, SOLE will repair or replace the parts, at SOLE's option, within the warranty period at no charge for parts. All transportation costs, both to our factory...
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F_ T H E S S PLEASE CAREFULLY READTHIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR NEW ELLIPTICAL...
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TA LE OF Product Registration Important Safety Instruction_ Important Electrical Information Important Operation Instructions Transport Instructions E98 Assembly Instructions Elliptical Features Operation of Your New Elliptical Programmable Features Using Heart Rate Monitor General Maintenance Manufacturer's Limited Warranty ATTENTION THIS ELLIPTICAL IS INTENDED FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY AND ISWARRANTED FORTHE...
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F TNESS CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW ELLIPTICAL AND WELCOME TO THE SOLE FAMILY! Thank you for your purchase of this quality elliptical trainer from SOLE. Your new elliptical has been manufactured by one of the leading fitness manufacturers in the world...
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IMPORTANT TYI ST UCTI WARNING - Read all instructions before using this appliance. DANGER -To reduce the risk of electric shock disconnect your SOLE elliptical from the electrical outlet prior to cleaning and/or service work. WARNING -To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric...
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Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw. Grounded Outfet Tab of Metai Screw' Screw Grounded OutJet Box Grounding E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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If you feel the buttons are not functioning properly with normal pressure contact your SOLE dealer. POWER CONNECTOR - FRONT, LEFT SIDE OF UNIT TRANSPORT I ST The elliptical is equippped with two transport wheels...
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1.5T #168.5/16" #116.3/8"x 3/4" Split Washer (4 pcs) Star Washer (4 pcs) Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs) #115.5/16"x 2-1/4" #117.3/8"x 1-1/2" Hex Head Bolt (4 pcs) Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs) #118.3/8"x 2-1/4" Hex Head Bolt (1 pc) E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Flat Washer (2 pcs) Nyloc Nut (2 pcs) HARDWARE 4 #132.3.5 x 12mm #129. M5 x 15mm #131. lOmm Sheet Metal Screw (10 pcs) Phillips Head Screw (29 pcs) Phillips Head Screw (4 pcs) #20. Bracket (2 pcs) E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Locate the hardware package. Remove the tools first. Remove the hardware for each step as needed to avoid confusion. The numbers in the instructions that are in parenthesis (#) are the item number from the assembly drawing for reference. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Metal Screw (8 pcs) install the Handle Bar Covers (91 to 92) and (93 to 94) over the Console Mast #116.3/8"x 3/4" axle connections and secure with the eight Sheet Metal Screws (132). Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs) E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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This step to be performed after the elliptical power is plugged in. Run the incline to position 8 and install the incline Rail front cover (99) up against the middle stabilizer tube with four Phillips Head Screws (129). E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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RAMP INCLINE ADJUSTMENT The E98 has an incline feature that will further increase the variety of your workouts. When the incline...
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To exit the display mode, for normal operation, press and hold the Stop, Enter and Display keys for five seconds; the display will show: Display Mode - ON. Use the Resistance Up key to change the setting to OFF then press Enter E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Reset. During data entry for a program the Stop key performs a Previous Screen function.This allows you to go back one step in the programming each time you press the Stop key. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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E98 will show the incline profile also when the Display key is pressed. Press the Enter key to select a program and begin customizing the settings.
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Display key. When the program ends the message window will show a summary of your workout.The summary will be displayed for a short time then the console will return to the start-up display. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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60% to 70% of its maximum potential. This program does not use heart rate but simulates a lower, steady exertion workout. E98 WORK E98INCLINE Cardio The Cardio program is designed to increase your cardiovascular function and endurance.This...
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Display key. When the program ends the message window will show a summary of your workout. The summary will be displayed a short time then the console will return to the start-up display. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Consult your physician before participating in any exercise program. With all SOLE Heart Rate Control elliptical machines you may use the heart rate monitor feature without using the Heart Rate Control program.This function can be used during...
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In this condition, your pace will feel harder. Again, this will show up in your RPE and you will train at the proper level for that day. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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The antenna that picks up your heart rate is very sensitive. If there is an outside noise source, turning whole machine 90 degrees may de-tune the interference. Another Individual wearing a transmitter within 3'of your machine's console. If you continue to experience problems contact your dealer. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Start to begin the same program again or Stop to exit the program or you can save the program you just completed as a Custom Program by pressing the Custom key and following the instructions in the message window. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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Press the Incline Up key and the Start key at the same time. Hold them down for 5 seconds and the Incline calibration will start and run automatically. If the problem persists contact Sole service department. E98 ELLIPTICAL...
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SOLE technical service at 866-MYSOLE1 (697-6531). If no local service is available, SOLE will repair or replace the parts, at SOLE's option, within the warranty period at no charge for parts. All transportation costs, both to our factory...