Polar Electro Inc. DISCLAIMER: Cybex International, Inc., makes no representations or warranties regarding the contents of this manual. We reserve the right to revise this document at any time or to make changes to the product described within it without notice or obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual FCC Compliance Information Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Power Cord Adapter Connector Varies by Country Use Cybex supplied power adapter and power cords only. Important Safety Instructions (Save These Instructions) Death or serious injury can occur. To avoid death or injury the following DANGER: precautions must be observed. Always unplug this unit from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
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Do not attempt electrical or mechanical repairs. Seek qualified repair personnel when servicing. If • you live in the USA, contact Cybex Customer Service at 888-462-9239. If you live outside the USA, contact Cybex Customer Service at 508-533-4300. •...
508-533-5183 or contact Cybex Customer Service at 888-462-9239. If you are located outside of the USA, call 508-533-4300. For location or part number of labels, see the parts list and exploded-view diagram on the Cybex web site at www.cybexintl.com.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual WARNING SERIOUS INJURY COULD OCCUR IF THESE PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT OBSERVED WARNING! Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate. Over exercise may result in serious injury or death. If you feel faint stop exercising immediately.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Warning decal part number DE-17155-4 SAFETY ORANGE PMS 152 BLACK TRIANGLE W/ ORANGE EXCLAMATION POINT, BLACK LETTERS 17.54 PT ARIAL BLACK FONT PART NUMBER 6.5 PT ARIAL TEXT 1.80 R .12 4 PLACES CAUTION...
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual CSAFE Port The CSAFE standard defines a communication protocol and low-voltage DC power source specific to the Fitness Equipment Industry. These RJ-45 phone jacks are provided for use ONLY within the CSAFE protocol. For more information on CSAFE standard, visit www.fitlinxx.com/csafe.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 625AT Top View 32” (81 cm) 75.75” (192 cm) Environment and Storage Humidity and Static Electricity The unit is designed to function normally in an environment with a relative humidity range of 30% to 75%.
Do not use a ground-plug adapter to adapt the 3-prong power cord to a non-grounded electrical outlet. • Use Cybex supplied optional AC power kit only. Consult an electrician with any questions. • Ensure outlets used by this product meet all local and federal building codes.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 625A Assembly The words “left” and “right” denote the user’s orientation. Read and understand all instructions thoroughly before assembling this unit. Check all items carefully. If there is damage, see the Customer Service section of this manual for proper procedure to return, replace, or reorder parts.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Verify contents of hardware pack See hardware pack listings and hardware pack contents. See Customer Service for contact information if any parts are missing. Item Quantity Part Number Description BK030204 7/32” Allen Wrench HC700430 BHSCS .375-16 x 2.50”...
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Lift and move unit 1. Remove large bolts and shipping supports. Keep package material on linkage arms at this time. This will protect the paint from scratching during assembly. 2. Grasp each rear support leg firmly and lift with one person on each side.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Install accessory tray base 1. Place the accessory tray base in position on the frame. Accessory Tray Base Frame Screws (4) 2. Install the four screws using a stubby Phillips screwdriver. Install accessory tray top 1. Place the accessory tray top in position on the accessory tray base.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Install accessory tray bottom 1. Install the nylon grommet into the square hole in the frame. Frame Square Hole Nylon Grommet 2. Install the accessory tray bottom to the accessory tray base with three screws using a Phillips screwdriver.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Install handrails 1. Remove three bolts and locknuts from the left support leg using two 9/16” open end wrenches. Keep the two spacers in place. Left Handle Bolts (3) Locknuts (3) Spacers (2) 2. Install the left handle, three bolts and three locknuts using two 9/16” open end wrenches.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 4. Install the left inner rear cover with five screws using a Phillips screwdriver. Screws (5) Left Inner Rear Cover 5. Install the left top rear cover with five screws using a Phillips screwdriver.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 7. Remove three bolts and locknuts from the right support leg using two 9/16” open end wrenches. Keep the two spacers in place. Bolts (3) Right Handle Locknuts (3) Spacers (2) 8. Install the right handle, three bolts and three locknuts using two 9/16” open end wrenches.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 10. Install the right inner rear cover with five screws using a Phillips screwdriver. Screws (5) Right Inner Rear Cover 11. Install the right top rear cover with five screws using a Phillips screwdriver. Right Top...
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Attach foot pads Have one person lift the unit while a second person places a foot pad under each of the two back feet. Foot Pads (2) Level unit Confirm unit is on a level surface. If not, use a 9/16” open-end wrench to adjust the leveling feet up or down.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 625AT Assembly The words “left” and “right” denote the user’s orientation. Read and understand all instructions thoroughly before assembling this unit. Check all items carefully. If there is damage, see the Customer Service section of this manual for proper procedure to return, replace, or reorder parts.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Verify contents of hardware pack See hardware pack listings and hardware pack contents. See Customer Service for contact information if any parts are missing. Item Quantity Part Number Description Flange Spacer 600A-311 BK030201 3/16” Allen Wrench BK030204 7/32”...
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Lift and move unit 1. Remove large bolts and shipping supports. Keep package material on linkage arms at this time. This will protect the paint from scratching during assembly. 2. Grasp each rear support leg firmly and lift with one person on each side.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Install accessory tray base 1. Place the accessory tray base in position on the frame. Accessory Tray Base Frame Screws (4) 2. Install the four screws using a stubby Phillips screwdriver. Install accessory tray top 1. Place the accessory tray top in position on the accessory tray base.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Install accessory tray bottom 1. Install the nylon grommet into the square hole in the frame. Frame Square Hole Nylon Grommet 2. Install the accessory tray bottom to the accessory tray base with three screws using a Phillips screwdriver.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Remove left and right handle assembly The left and right handle assemblies are shipped in the reverse positions. The handle assemblies must be removed and swapped for proper setup and assembly. Shipping Position Right...
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Install the left handle assembly 1. Position the left handle assembly in the correct position on the left side where the right handle assembly was removed in the previous procedure. 2. Apply Loctite to threads inside the pivot pin and screw removed in the previous procedure.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 5. Pivot right handle assembly up and slide left linkage rod onto left arm. Linkage Rod Flange Right Linkage Spacer Washer Loctite Screw Right Arm 6. Place a drop of Loctite onto the screw.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Right Side Main Frame Shown Socket Heart Rate Wire Position plug so handle does not rub cable during operation. 2. Plug left heart rate cable into main frame socket. Verify heart rate cables do not rub on handle during operation.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 3. Install the left top rear cover with five screws using a Phillips screwdriver. Left Top Rear Cover Screws (5) 4. Install the right outer rear cover with two screws using a Phillips screwdriver.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 5. Install the right inner rear cover with five screws using a Phillips screwdriver. Screws (5) Right Inner Rear Cover 6. Install the right top rear cover with five screws using a Phillips screwdriver.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Attach foot pads Have one person lift the unit while a second person places a foot pad under each of the two back feet. Foot Pads (2) Level unit Confirm unit is on a level surface. If not, use a 9/16” open-end wrench to adjust the leveling feet up or down.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Setup Use the following instructions to setup the units settings. 1. Plug the optional power cord into a power outlet from a grounded circuit, See Electrical Requirements. Coil up the remainder of the power cord and place it out of the way. The control panel will light up and be in the Dormant Mode.
Transfer settings to other units (optional) After completing setup on one unit the settings can be loaded to other units. Settings can ONLY be transferred between 625A/625AT Arc Trainers. Do NOT transfer settings between other Arc Trainers, Bikes or Treadmills.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 3. Plug the USB stick into the USB port of the MCC board. Console MCC Board USB Port 4. Press and hold Scan/Hold and TV Up for 3 seconds. 5. Press Down to navigate to “Cloning”. The console will display “SAVE [FILE] [ on ] [USB]”...
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 3. Plug the USB stick into the USB port of the MCC board. Console MCC Board USB Port 4. Press and hold Scan/Hold and Up for 3 seconds. 5. Press Down to navigate to “Cloning”. The console will display “LOAD [FILE] [ oFF ] [USB]”.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual A/V Config and FM Radio Presets Setting up the optional Cybex Wireless Audio Receiver Module for a 625A/625AT requires three steps: Determine the type of transmitter used (MYE 900MHz, Broadcast Vision 863MHz, etc. or TV FM).
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual User Controls Incline Incline Resistance Resistance Manual Quick Programs Keys Display Display Keys Start Key Volume Scan/ Pause Setup Enter Up/Down TV LED Keys Hold Keys (optional) (optional) A/V setup mode 1. Plug the optional power cord into a power outlet from a grounded circuit, See Electrical Requirements.
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THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF 900 MHz System 863 MHz System 806 MHz System CYBEX ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF CYBEX IS PROHIBITED. “M 863” MYE “J1 806” Japan 14 channels “M 900”...
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THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF CYBEX ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR WHOLE WITHOUT Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF CYBEX IS PROHIBITED. NED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF N IN PART OR WHOLE WITHOUT OF CYBEX IS PROHIBITED.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 3. Adjust the volume of each TV to match an FM Radio Station or each other using the TV’s remote control. The goal is for a volume setting of 10 on the treadmill to be the same for all TV and FM channels.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Testing Operation Use the following instructions to test the full resistance and incline range of the unit: 1. Plug the optional power cord into a power outlet from a grounded circuit, See Electrical Requirements. Coil up the remainder of the power cord and place it out of the way. If you do not have the optional power supply, skip to step 3.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Operation Intended Use Intended use of this exercise equipment is to aid or improve general physical fitness and exercise. Terms Used Active Mode – Any time the unit is controlling resistance and accumulating workout data. Active...
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual User Control Symbols Used Control Control Name Description INCLINE UP Adjust Incline up. INCLINE DOWN Adjust Incline down. RESISTANCE UP Adjust Resistance up. RESISTANCE DOWN Adjust Resistance down. VOLUME UP Adjust Volume up. VOLUME DOWN Adjust Volume down.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Mount and Dismount WARNING: Serious injury or death can occur. To avoid death or injury the following precautions must be observed. Wait until all moving parts come to a complete stop and foot plates are in starting position before mounting or dismounting.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Range of Motion The elevation is adjustable up or down in the shape of an arc. The lowest setting of 0 equates to an arc of 12 degrees, where the highest setting of 20 equates to an arc of 34.5 degrees. There is no difference in muscles used between different incline positions.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Quick Operation Guide Maximum user weight is 400 lbs. (181 kg). The following is a quick overview of the operation of the unit. For more information read Detailed Operation Guide in this chapter. 1. Verify foot plates are completely stopped.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual If Programs is selected, Select a program and setup options. 1. Select programs P-1 through P-9 with the UP and DOWN keys. 2. Press the ENTER key to advance to setup options. Setup options:...
Begin comfortably with a lower level and progress with higher levels as you become acclimated. With the 625A and 625AT you may choose from Quick Start, Manual Mode, or nine program choices. Speed is never predetermined. Change speed by changing stride.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Data Readouts As the user exercises, the unit keeps track of and displays the following data: BPM (Beats Per Minute) – User’s current heart rate. Heart rate will appear when a signal is introduced.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Heart Rate Indicator Contact Heart Rate – Lightly hold hand grips on the handlebar ensuring that hands are clean and contact both the front and back sensors of each grip. A heart rate will display in typically 30 seconds or less.
Maintenance All preventive maintenance activities must be performed on a regular basis. Performing routine preventive maintenance actions can aid in providing safe, trouble-free operation of all Cybex Strength Systems equipment. Cybex is not responsible for performing regular inspection and maintenance actions for your machines.
Cybex is not responsible for performing regular inspection and maintenance actions for your unit. Instruct all personnel in equipment inspection and maintenance actions and also in accident reporting/ recording.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Tool Required Phillips screwdriver Remove Access Cover 1. Remove the two lower screws securing the access cover using a Phillips screwdriver. Upper Screws (2) Access Cover Lower Screws (2) 2. Remove two upper screws securing the access cover using a Phillips screwdriver. Refer to the above diagram.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Drive Belts There are two drive belts that may become loose, worn or cracked. Unless the belts have been removed and not replaced properly, it is unlikely the belts will come loose or need to be re-tensioned.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Attach Access Cover Do not over tighten screws. 1. Replace and tighten the two upper screws removed in step 2 Remove Access Cover using a Phillips screwdriver. 2. Replace and tighten the two lower screws removed in step 1 Remove Access Cover using a Phillips screwdriver.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual 3. Attach access cover. (See previous procedure Attach Access Cover) Every 5000 Miles (8000 KM) Check drive belts for tension and wear. (See procedure First 500 Miles) Move unit and vacuum underneath. Lift the rear of unit and roll it back from its present position.
To speak with a customer service representative, call 888-462-9239 (for customers living within the USA) or 508-533-4300 (for customers outside the USA). The following information located on the serial number decal will assist our Cybex representatives in serving you. •...
Provide the model and serial number of your Cybex equipment. At Cybex’s discretion, the technician may request that you return the problem part(s) to Cybex for evaluation and repair or replacement. The technician will assign you a RMA number and will send you an ARS label.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Damaged Parts Materials damaged in shipment should not be returned for credit. Shipping damages are the responsibility of the carrier (UPS, Federal Express, trucking companies, etc.) Apparent Damage Upon receipt of your shipment, check all items carefully. Any damage seen with a visual check must be noted on the freight bill and signed by the carrier’s agent.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Appendix - Program Overviews P1: Weight Loss 1 The Weight Loss 1 program is a five-minute core program designed for low to medium intensity training that the user can sustain for an extended period of time. It builds from a low intensity baseline to include short bursts of higher resistance while the elevation increases by fifty percent for two- minutes.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual P2: Weight Loss 2 The Weight Loss 2 program is a five-minute core program that begins at a low intensity level and incrementally increases both resistance and elevation until peaking after three-minutes and remains at that level for one-minute before ramping back down to the initial level.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual P3: Weight Loss 3 The Weight Loss 3 program is a three-minute thirty-second core program designed to give the user an intense workout. Users will experience moderate resistance and elevation at the beginning to simulate the start of a climb and will crest at peak elevation gain and difficult resistance after two- minutes.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual P4: Cardio 1 The Cardio 1 program is a four-minute core program designed for medium intensity workouts. Users will experience intervals of moderate resistance and elevation at the beginning to simulate the start of a climb and greater resistance and steeper elevation after two-minutes.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual P5: Cardio 2 The Cardio 2 program is a two-minute core program utilizing a 1:1 work to rest ratio. It is designed to improve both aerobic and anaerobic capabilities as users will face a high level of resistance for one minute followed by a one-minute recuperation period before performing the work interval again.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual P6: Cardio 3 The Cardio 3 program is designed to maintain a high total demand with two-minutes with high resistance and low elevation and two minutes at medium resistance with higher elevation for a total four-minute core program.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual P7: Strength 1 The Strength 1 program uses a 1:2 work to rest ratio. It is designed for high resistance training with longer rest periods than the 1:1 program. Users will face a high level of resistance for thirty-seconds followed by a one minute recuperation period before performing the interval again.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual P8: Strength 2 The Strength 2 program is designed with the specific goal of raising the users’ lactic acid threshold. The program uses a 1:3 work to rest ratio with fifteen-second intervals for maximum power development and forty-five second rest periods for recuperation.
Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual P9: Heartrate Control The Heartrate Control (HRC) program will attempt to bring the user to their target heartrate in 3-5 minutes, then keep them there for the duration of the body of the program. A Cool Down is built in to the end of the program.
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Cybex Arc Trainer 625A/625AT Owner’s Manual Cool Down By default, Cool Down occurs at session time minus two minutes or if the user presses the Cool Down button. Cool Down goes to 75% of existing step, then drops by 1 step every 15 seconds for the remainder of Cool Down.