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Introduction Thank you for making the Schwinn ® elliptical trainer a part of your exercise and fitness activities. For years to come, you’ll be able to rely on Schwinn ® craftsmanship and durability as you pursue your personal fitness goals. ®...
Product Specifications Assembled Dimensions: 62" L x 26" W x 66" H (158.1 cm x 65.7 cm x 170.4 cm) Assembled Unit Weight: 154 lbs (70 kg) Packaged Shipping Weight: 165 lbs (75 kg) Workout Area: 101" L x 66" W (257 cm x 168 cm) Power Adaptor Ratings: USA &...
Safety Warnings This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Before using this equipment, obey the following warnings: Read and understand the complete Owner's Manual. Read and understand all Warnings on this machine. Keep children away from this machine.
Safety Warning Labels BEFORE USING YOUR PRODUCT: Find and read all warning labels. If any warning label is damaged, illegible or missing, call 1-800-864-1270 for a replacement. General warning label. (Location: on the console mast just below the computer.) Serial number. (Location: on the bottom of the main frame.) Owner’s Manual...
Features Features A. Swingarm handlebars B. Console C. Magazine/MP3 holder D. Contact heart rate (CHR) sensors Static handelbar Water bottle holder G. Foot pedals H. Rails Stabilizer bars AC adaptor and plug K. Transport wheels Owner’s Manual...
Operation Quick Start Steps 1. Connect the AC Adapter to the bottom front of the machine. The Console beeps and "WELCOME" appears on the Display. Default mode sets to Manual. 2. Stand on the foot pedals. Keep the front of your shoes close to the top edge of the platform. 3.
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Operation If the HR shown on the Display is erratic during exercise, it may be helpful to remove your hands from the handles, wipe them and place them back on the handles. For information regarding fitness and workout plans, please refer to the Nautilus Institute ®...
® The Schwinn 420 Console Console Buttons and Functions COOL DOWN Measures and gets your heart rate recovery score. For details, see the "Recovery Test" section. USER DATA Enters the USER DATA mode. This machine allows you to store up to 4 user profiles (U1- U4) and up to 10 memorized workouts.
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® The Schwinn 420 Console ENTER/RESET MEMORY Saves the exercise data after workout. "DATA SAVED" shows on the Display after the computer records the information. KM/M Switch The KM/MILE Switch on the back of the Console lets you change between English or Metric units. Power off the machine before you change units.
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® The Schwinn 420 Console INTERVAL TIME Counts down the time remaining in the current program interval. When this reaches zero, the program moves to the next column. SCAN Shows your current TIME, DISTANCE, SPEED, WATT, PULSE, CALORIES and RPM per each for 6 seconds. Push the ENTER button to exit the auto-scan function.
Programs and Instructions MANUAL Program Use this program when you want to manually adjust the resistance level during your workout to make the program easier or harder. Program 1: Manual Using the Manual Program: Step on the machine. Push the START/STOP button. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to manually adjust the resistance.
Programs and Instructions Profile Program 6: Mountain Profile Program 7: Intervals Profile Program 8: Random Profile Program 9: Plateau Starting a Profile Program: Step on the machine. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to set one of the above programs. Push ENTER to record selection. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to answer the on-screen questions.
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Programs and Instructions Starting the Heart Rate Program: Step on the machine. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to set one of the heart rate control programs (P10-P14). Push the ENTER button to record selection. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to answer the on-screen questions. Push the ENTER button to record each selection.
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Programs and Instructions Use the UP and DOWN buttons to find the saved user profile. Push the START/STOP button to start workout. BODY FAT Program The Body Fat Test Program program calculates your body fat ratio and offers a specific workout profile based on those results.
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Programs and Instructions Body Fat Program 3: 20 minutes Body Fat Program 4: 40 minutes Body Fat Program 5: 40 minutes Body Fat Program 6: 20 minutes RECOVERY TEST Program The Recovery Test shows how quickly your heart returns from an exercise state to a more restful state. The Recovery Score equals your heart rate at the beginning of the test minus your heart rate at the end of the test.
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Programs and Instructions User Data and Memory Functionality Your Elliptical Trainer can store up to 4 users and 10 workouts in the Console Memory. Setting up a User Profile: Push the USER DATA button to start User Profile mode. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to set user from USER 1 to USER 4 (U1 to U4). Push the ENTER button to record selection.
Maintenance The safety and performance of this product can be maintained only when examined regularly for damage and wear. Disconnect power supply before servicing or performing maintenance on the Elliptical Trainer. Examine the Elliptical Trainer regularly for damage and wear. Replace broken components immediately or put the equipment out of use until repaired.
Troubleshooting Basic Post Assembly Troubleshooting Problem No display/partial display/elliptical will not turn on. Solutions Make sure the Elliptical is plugged into a functioning wall outlet. Plug another appliance (like a lamp) into the outlet to test it for proper functionality. Examine the power connection at the front of the unit.
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Troubleshooting Advanced Post Assembly Troubleshooting Problem The below Solutions apply to the following issues: Any of these situations might require advanced troubleshooting assistance. Follow the Solutions steps to make sure you have no problems with wires and their connections. Call Customer Service if problems continue or you have other issues. Solutions Examine the console mast wire for damage.
Contacts OFFICES IN THE UNITED STATES: INTERNATIONAL OFFICES: For technical assistance and a list of distributors in your E-mail: customerservice@nautilus.com area, please call or fax one of the following numbers. TECHNICAL/CUSTOMER SERVICE INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE Phone: 800-NAUTILUS (800-628-8458) Nautilus International S.A. Fax: (877) 686-6466 Rue Jean Prouvé...