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Owner’s Manual Ascender Elliptical Customer Service 1.800.750.IRON 1.800.750.4766 4009 Distribution Drive Suite 250 Garland, TX 75041 www.ironmanfitness.com SERIAL TAG IS LOCATED ON THE FRAME Model Name: ASCENDER Date of Purchase: Serial Number: 315-00112 08/07 Rev A...
Ironman Fitness recommends a mat be placed under the unit to protect floor or carpet and for easier cleaning.
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Important Safety Information Thank you for purchasing the Ironman Fitness Ascender Elliptical! The quality product you have chosen was designed to meet your needs for cardiovascular exercise. Before you start, please read the Owner’s Manual and become familiar with the operation of your new unit.
Assembly Getting Started - The Ironman Fitness Ascender Elliptical will require some assembly. Unpack the box in a clear area. Remove packing material. Do not dispose of packing material until assembly is complete and unit is working properly. Place the unit on a clean level surface for assembly.
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Assembly Figure 2 Locate bag labeled Figure 2. Locate cover. Secure cover to main frame by using three M5*0.8-12 screws on the left side of unit. Repeat for the right side. Figure 3 Locate bag labeled Figure 3. Locate left and right handrail assemblies.
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Assembly Figure 4 Locate bag labeled Figure 4. Lift and place left linkage onto shaft sleeve and align holes. Secure linkage to unit using four M8*12 mm hex bolts. Repeat for right side. Note: The linkage is secured to the sleeve with three M8*12 hex bolts on the top of the linkage and one M8*12 hex bolt on the bottom of the linkage.
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Assembly Figure 6 Locate bag labeled Figure 6. Locate brack- et covers. Attach bracket cover to the hand- rail assembly by lining up hole, and secur- ing using one screw, M5*0.8-12. Repeat for other side. Note: Do not overtighten screw, this will damage bracket cover.
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Assembly Figure 8 Locate pulse handlebar assembly. Feed the pulse wires coming from the pulse han- dlebar assembly up the console tube. Figure 9 Locate bag labeled Figure 9. Secure pulse handlebar assembly to console tube using six M6*1.0 hex socket head bolts. Note: Ensure that all wires are secure inside console tube.
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Assembly Figure 10a Figure 10 Step 1: Locate console. Remove the back cover of the console by unscrewing the two screws (figure 10a). Feed cables coming from the unit through the hole located on the bottom of the back cover (figure 10b). Step 2: Connect the coaxial cable coming from the unit to the coaxial input located on the console.
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Assembly Figure 11 Locate bag labeled Figure 11. Secure con- sole to console tube using four M5*0.8mm hex bolts. Note: The console will be attached to the console mounting bracket that is located on the top of the console tube. This will allow the console to be tilted forward or back- wards when desired.
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Assembly CONGRATULATIONS! You have completed assembly of your Ascender Elliptical.
Monitoring Your Heart Rate Monitoring Your Heart Rate To obtain the greatest cardiovascular benefits from your exercise workout, it is important to work within your target heart rate zone. The American Heart Association (AHA) defines this target as 60%-75% percent of your maximum heart rate. Your maximum heart rate may be roughly calculated by subtracting your age from 220.
Warm Up Exercises EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING! Before beginning this or any exercise program, you should consult your physician. This is especially important for individuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-existing health problems. Flexibility is a key to fitness. Stretch all major muscle groups at least two to three times per week after a 5 to 10 minute warmup.
Warm Up Exercises WARNING! Before beginning this or any exercise program, you should consult your physician. This is especially important for individuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-existing health problems. Wrist Extensor Extend your right arm in front of you with your palm up and your elbow straight.
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Warm Up Exercises WARNING! Before beginning this or any exercise program, you should consult your physician. This is especially important for individuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-existing health problems. Calf Stretch Face a solid structure such as a wall with your left foot ahead of your right, toes straight ahead.
Warranty Information PLEASE READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS FULLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR IRONMAN FITNESS EQUIPMENT. BY USING THE EQUIPMENT, YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Frame: Lifetime *Parts: 2 yrs Limited Warranty...
Customer Service 1.800.750.IRON 1.800.750.4766 Ironman Fitness 4009 Distribution Drive Suite 250 Garland, TX 75041 www.ironmanfitness.com IRONMAN, IRONMAN TRIATHLON and M-DOT are registered trademarks of the World Triathlon Corporation. This product is licensed by the IRONMAN TRIATHLON.