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STRONGER THAN EVER Owner’s Instructions and Assembly of the K2 Vertical Climber ™ Med-Fit Systems Inc., exclusive manufacturers of Nautilus® Commercial Fitness Equipment P/N 19-1026 06-18-12...
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Please carefully read through this manual to familiarize yourself with the operation of your new Nautilus ® K2 Vertical Climber. Doing so will help to ensure that your users get the most out of your machine, enjoying safe and e ective workouts ahead.
Wireless Communication Regulatory Notice ..................5 Regulatory Notices for Commercial Cardiovascular Exercise equipment ........5 Safety Warning Labels/Locations ......................6 Assembling & Setup of the K2 Vertical Climber Getting Started ............................. 8 Items Required for Assembly ........................9 Unpacking the Equipment ........................10 Installing the Transportation Wheels &...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This icon means a potentially hazardous situation exists which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Product Specifications Model K2 Vertical Climber Dimensions: 32 W x 50.5 L x 80 H (81 cm x 128 cm x 203 cm) Unit Weight: 350 lbs (155 kg) Shipping Package Weight: 435 lbs (193 kg) Workout Area: 70 W x 88.5 L (178 cm x 225 cm) Power Adapter Ratings: 100V - 240 V~, 50/60 Hz input, 1.5A...
SAFETY WARNING LABELS The following safety warnings are located on the Nautilus K2 Vertical Climber. Please read all safety ® precautions and warning information prior to using your product. Be sure to replace any warning label if damaged, illegible, or missing. If you need replacement labels, please call a Med-Fit Systems Inc. Representative at (800) 235-2233.
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SAFETY WARNING LABELS The following safety warnings are located on the unit. Please review and understand the safety warning labels and their locations on the unit prior to use. If you do not have, or cannot nd, or need to replace a warning label please call 1-800-235-2233 to obtain a new label. Label 1: See Figure 1 for general warning label.
9. Relax, maintain an erect posture, and use handrails for balance. Supporting your weight with the handrails while exercising decreases the exercise intensity. 10. Before stepping o the K2, have the rotating steps come to a complete stop. Holding onto the handrails carefully place one foot on the oor and repeat for the other foot.
Pry Bar (1) CUPHOLDER – WRAPPED FOR PROTECTION (2) TRANSPORT WHEEL (1) QUICK SETUP MANUAL (1) OPERATION / SERVICE MANUAL DVD (1) K2 Vertical Climber Console (1) 15V GLOBAL POWER SUPPLY (4) END CAP (4) HOLE PLUG (4) LEVELING PAD...
Assembly ™ The following instructions provide direction on the assembly of the Nautilus® K2 Vertical Climber. All instructions in the manual are given with the orientation of standing on a level surface and facing the machine. Step 1: Unpacking the K2 ™...
Assembly Continued The following instructions provide direction on the assembly of the Nautilus® K2 Vertical Climber. All instructions in the ™ manual are given with the orientation of standing on a level surface and facing the machine. Step 3: Install Transport Wheels and Leg Levelers Parts &...
Assembly Continued The following instructions provide direction on the assembly of the Nautilus® K2 Vertical Climber. All instructions in the ™ manual are given with the orientation of standing on a level surface and facing the machine. Step 4: Install Handrails Tools &...
Assembly Continued The following instructions provide direction on the assembly of the Nautilus® K2 Vertical Climber. All instructions in the ™ manual are given with the orientation of standing on a level surface and facing the machine. Step 5: Installing the Ergobar...
Assembly Continued The following instructions provide direct ion on the assembly of the Nautilus® K2 Vertical Climber. All instructions in the ™ manual are given with the orientation of standi ng on a level surface and facing the machine. Step 6: Installing the console...
Assembly Continued ™ The following instructions provide direction on the assembly of the Nautilus® K2 Vertical Climber. All instructions in the manual are given with the orientation of standing on a level surface and facing the machine. Step 7: Installing the Cupholder...
1. Connect the Coaxial cable to the connector located on the bottom cover. 2. With the power supply connected to the wall outlet, touch and hold the “Nautilus” icon for five seconds to enter the “SETUP” mode. 3. Tap the Customize icon.
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STRONGER THAN EVER Operating and Maintaining the 10.2” Touch Screen Console Med-Fit Systems Inc., exclusive manufacturers of Nautilus® Commercial Fitness Equipment P/N 19-1026-06-18-12...
Console Screen Flow & Structure Program list: Main Menu The user is able to choose the desired exercise program; SETUP page is to be entered from this page. SETUP Page Setting the workout gures: According to the program chosen, the Setting Page user is asked to set the required gures to run the program.
KEYPAD CONTROL There are 11 keys in total. By using these keys, the user will be able to control most console functions. Key Function Action Result Press this key to change TV Channel up. Operates the TV Channel Up channels or audio les. channel or MP3 music.
Setup Screen Page Entry Press and hold the LOGO for 5 seconds to enter the SETUP page FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT SETUP Page Entry Press and hold the LOGO for 5 seconds to SETUP page displayed enter the SETUP page Press to Start Tap the “Press to Start”...
Main Menu - Basic Exercise Programs FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Quick Start Press Quick Start button to enter the workout page Workout Page displayed Manual Press Manual button to enter the setting page Setting Page displayed Fat Burner Press Fat Burner button to enter the setting page Setting Page displayed Calorie Press Calorie button to enter the setting page...
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Main Menu - More Exercise Programs Controlling by keypad: FUNCTION NAME ACTION Action Fit Test Menu page Fit Test Press the Fit Test button to enter the Fit Test Menu displayed Press the Calories Goal button to enter the setting Setting Page displayed Calories Goal page...
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Main Menu - FIT TEST FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Fitness Test Program Press on Fitness Test Program button Checking for HR page displayed CPAT Stair Climb Program Press on CPAT Test program button CPAT Test initializes WFI Test Program Press on WFI Test Program button Checking for HR page displayed Back Press on Back button...
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USER DEFINED SETTING PAGE The setting requests in the Setting Page are di erent according to the requirement from each program. FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Body Weight Value entered Value entered Press + - to adjust the value Press + - to adjust the value Press + - to adjust the value Press + - to adjust the value Workout Level...
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WORKOUT PAGE The workout starts automatically once the workout page is entered. The user is allowed to adjust the level manually, and access the media functions. DISPLAY NAME ACTION METs Shows the total METs (Multiple of the resting metabolic rate) WATTS Shows the accumulated Watts generated Time...
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FUNCTION ACTION RESULT LEVEL / Press + icon to increase level / SPM. Resistance will be adjusted according to the SPM + (1~20 / 20~165) entered value. LEVEL / Press - icon to decrease level / SPM. Resistance will be adjusted according to the SPM - (1~20 / 20~165) entered value.
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Function Action Result Press the THR + - icon to adjust the Target The Target Heart Rate will change Heart Rate according to the value entered. Stop Press the Stop icon to stop the workout. Workout is terminated. Report Page shows. Continue Press the Continue icon to continue the workout Workout is continued.
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REPORT PAGE Function Action Result Next Press the Next button to the next Report page Next Report page shows Previous Report page Previous Press the Previous button back to the last page displayed Exit Press the Exit button to exit Report page. Back to Main Menu Controlling by keypad: Press Up and Down arrow keys to select Next,...
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TV / Video Screen This is a Full Video screen with an invisible Control Bar at the bottom of the screen. When the user needs to switch channels or control the volume, tap the screen and the control bar will display.
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MP3 FUNCTION The workout program continues while playing media. FUNCTION ACTION RESULT Previous Tap the PREVIOUS icon to play the previous audio le Previous song played Next Tap the NEXT icon to play the next audio le Next song played Volume Down Tap the VOLUME DOWN icon to decrease volume Volume decreased...
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iPOD FUNCTION - Playing Page The workout program continues while playing an iPod/iPhone device. FUNCTION ACTION RESULT Backward Tap the PREVIOUS icon to play the previous audio le Previous song played Forward Tap the NEXT icon to play the next audio le Next song played Volume Down Tap the VOLUME DOWN icon to decrease volume...
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iPod FUNCTION - Playlist Page FUNCTION ACTION RESULT Back Arrow Tap the Back Arrow to go back to the previous page Back to the previous page Playlists Tap the Playlists icon to view the playlists Playlist displayed Artists Tap the Artists icon to view the artist list Artist list displayed Albums Tap the Albums icon to view the album list...
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QUICK START WORKOUT PAGE: 1. Step rate may be changed anytime. a. Press LEVEL + button to increase the step rate (SPM) b. Press LEVEL - button to decrease the step rate (SPM) change accordingly) 3. Default time = 20 minutes (Count Down) PROFILE:...
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MANUAL INPUT MODE SETTING PAGE: 1. WEIGHT 2. STEP RATE: 20 - 165 (Default Step Rate = 41) 3. TIME: 2 - 99 WORKOUT PAGE: 1. 30 equal intervals within the selected workout time, based on the MET level. 2. Step rate may be changed anytime. a.
CALORIE BURNER PROGRAM SETTING PAGE: 1. WEIGHT 2. LEVEL: 1 - 20 3. TIME: 2 - 99 WORKOUT PAGE: 1. 30 interval 2. Intensity Level may be changed anytime by pressing LEVEL + - button. a. Press LEVEL + to increase the level b.
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INTERVAL SETTING PAGE: WEIGHT 2. WORK STEP RATE: 20 - 165 3. REST STEP RATE: 20 - 165 4. TIME: 2 - 99 WORKOUT PAGE: 1. 8 Rest Interval x 2 + 7 Work Intervals x 2; Total 30 Intervals 2.
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HEART RATE ZONE 1. Enter Checking for HR page to detect user heart rate. 2. Setting Page shows once the heart rate is detected. 3. Start the Workout. CHECKING FOR HR PAGE: Keypad Control: Press STOP key to go back to the Main Menu. FLOWCHART: Checking for Heart Rate Page...
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HEART RATE ZONE cont. SETTING PAGE: 1. WEIGHT 2. AGE 10 - 99 TARGET HR (A suggested Target Heart Rate will be displayed based on the age) 4. TOTAL TIME 2 - 99 Max HR = 215 - (Age * 0.75) Target HR = Max HR * 0.7 The default THR = 70% of the Maximum HR THR range = 75 - 200 bpm...
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FIT TEST - FITNESS TEST PROGRAM 1. Enter Checking for HR page to detect user heart rate. 2. Setting Page shows once the heart rate is detected. 3. Start the Workout. 4. No changes to the Level or SPM during the exercise. CHECKING FOR HR PAGE: Flow of Check for Heart Rate refers to the Checking for heart rate process SETTING PAGE:...
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FIT TEST FLOW CHART: Warmup - 3 Minutes SPM is auto controlled METs = 4 Yes, Fail Time > 15 min? No, Count = 0 No, Fail HR > Condition last phase? > 115? achieved? No, Fail Yes, count + 1 Count = 2? Finish...
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6 ~ 15 mintes Warmup Phase 1: Phase 2: Phase 3: Phase 4: 4 METs Intensity Intensity Intensity Intensity During one phase: 4 seconds 4 seconds INDEX 1st minute 2nd minute 3rd minute 4th minute 5th minute If the di erence between Index & X is within 5 BPM between, the program advances to the next phase. If not, maintain for an additional minute.
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CPAT STAIR CLIMB 20 seconds steps / min WARMUP 20 seconds steps / min 3 minutes Time = 0 PROFILE: !" #" $" %" &"...
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FLOW CHART: Warmp - Phase 5 - CPAT Program 20 seconds 20 seconds 50 SPM 60 SPM Time & Interval Time both show the 20 second count-down Phase 1 - Phase 6 - 20 seconds 20 seconds 60 SPM 60 SPM Phase 2 - Phase 7 - 20 seconds...
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WFI TEST 1. Enter Checking for HR page to detect user heart rate. 2. Setting Page shows once the heart rate is detected. 3. Start the Workout. CHECKING FOR HR PAGE: Flow of Check for Heart Rate refers to the Checking for heart rate process SETTING PAGE: 1.
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REPORT: 1. EST VO2 MAX (estimated VO2 max) 2. HIGHEST STEP RATE 3. ELAPSED TIME HR > THR for 15 seconds 46 steps / min 39 steps / min 53 steps / min 1 min Warmup 1 min Cool down 2 minutes 2 minutes TOTAL TEST TIME (TT)
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WFI FLOW CHART: WFI Program Warmup: 2 minutes 46 SPM Warmup: 2 minutes 53 SPM Add SPM When HR > Target HR for 15 sec, success! Not Acheived! Acheived! Cool Down: 2 minute Time > Phase X: 1 minute 39 SPM 16 Minutes? Yes, Fail Report...
CALORIE GOAL SETTING PAGE: 1. WEIGHT 2. STEP RATE 3. TARGET CALORIES (Lets user enter the desired target number of calories to burn) 4. Time counter will begin at ZERO. If Time exceeds 99:59 before the calorie goal achieved, the time will reset to 00:00, and workout until the calorie goal is achieved 5.
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7: Recovery Phase Time Limit = 3 minutes; Step Rate = 20 if Speed > 80, Speed = 40 else if 48 < Speed < 80, Speed = Speed / 2 else if Speed < = 48, Speed = 20 if the time is over, the program will stop =>...
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RANDOM PLAY Randomly changes the Intensity LEVEL through out the workout time. SETTING PAGE: 1. BODY WEIGHT 2. STEP RATE 3. TOTAL TIME PROFILE: downhill, respectively . 2. The Intensity Level at the middle 22 Intervals will randomly change from level 1 ~ 20.
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HR INTERVAL 1. Enter Checking for HR page to detect user heart rate. 2. Setting Page shows once the heart rate is detected. 3. Start the Workout. CHECKING FOR HR PAGE: SETTING PAGE:...
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1. WEIGHT 2. AGE 10 - 99 WORK TARGET HR (A suggested Target Heart Rate will be displayed based on the age) WORK TIME: 30 seconds - 9:59 minute 5. REST TARGET HR (A suggested Target Heart Rate will be displayed based on the age) REST TIME: 30 seconds - 9:59 minute 7.
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SETUP PAGE There are 2 ways to enter the SETUP page as follows: Touch Panel : Press on the logo for 5 seconds. Keypad : Press CH Up twice / Volume Up / CH Down / Volume Down buttons in sequence. Keypad Control: Press Up and Down key to select the setup option.
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“SETUP” SCREEN OPTIONS/FLOWCHART SETUP 2 Pages 3 Pages 2 Pages 1 Page 1 Page Workout Machine Customize Diagnostic Maintenance Status Default Default Max Time Fan Test Run Hours Error Clear Weight Limit Default Number of Alternator Maint Hour Language Workout Time Workouts Test Reset...
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SETUP PAGE of SETUP for di erent needs are as follows: FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Workout Default Tap the Workout Default icon to enter Workout Default page Workout Default page shows Customize Tap the Customize icon to enter Customize page Customize page shows Machine Status Tap the Machine Status icon to enter Machine Status page...
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WORKOUT DEFAULT - Page 1 Shows the page number FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Tap + - icons to adjust value The default weight = the inserted Default Weight Weight Limit: 0 ~ 999 value Default Weight = 80 Kg (176 lbs.) Tap + - icons to adjust value The default workout time = the Default Workout Time...
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WORKOUT DEFAULT - Page 2 Displays the page number FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Tap + - icons to adjust value The machine default THR = the value Default Target Heart THR Limit: 10% ~ 90% inserted Rate Default THR = 70% Tap + - icons to adjust value The machine default Starting Level = Default Starting Level...
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CUSTOMIZE - Page 1 FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Tap + - icons to adjust value The machine default Max Time Limit = Max Time Limit Max Time Limit: 20 ~ 99 min the value inserted Tap + - icons to change language The selected language become the default Language 1.
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CUSTOMIZE - Page 2 Displays the page number FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Tap + - icons to switch the unit value: The machine default Unit = the value Units Metric / USA inserted Tap + - icons to adjust the Minimum The machine default Min Step Rate = Min Step Rate step rate:...
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CUSTOMIZE - Page 3 Displays the page number FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Tap + - icons to adjust the TV screen The TV screen Brightness = the value Brightness Brightness: 1-99 inserted Tap + - icons to adjust the TV screen The TV screen Contrast = the value Contrast Contrast: 1-99...
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MACHINE STATUS - Page 1 Shows the page number FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Shows the total run hours on this The content will change according to the Run Hours machine workout time Shows the number of workout has The content will change according to the Number of Workout been done on this machine number of workout which has been done...
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MACHINE STATUS - Page 2 Shows the page number FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT The context shows the installed AP le name. Shows the Software Version AP Version A message box will be displayed to con rm the Tap the Upgrade icon to update action.
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DIAGNOSTIC Shows the page number FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Fan Test Automatically testing Fan O /Low/High Tap the Test Fan icon to test the fan Tap the Test Alternator icon to test the Show current SPM Alternator Test Alternator function (Resistance) Tap the Heart Rate test to determine if The user has to wear chest belt or hold Heart Rate Test...
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MAINTENANCE SCREEN ENTRY Shows the page number FUNCTION NAME ACTION RESULT Shows all error codes Shows all error codes Total Error Log Clear all error codes Error code eliminated Clear Hours displayed since maintence screen was reset Maint. Hour Clear the Maintenance hours Value = 0 Reset Next...
Lubrication The K2 Vertical Climber requires periodic lubrication at the points of the step transport chains and bearing plates. Use a Multi-Purpose grease to ensure that your unit has a long life. Apply the grease directly to the transport chains and bearing plate.
MACHINE MAINTENANCE continued Proper disposal of Mechanical and Electrical components Electronic Component/Battery Disposal When ordering new batteries, you will need to properly dispose of (recycle) your old lead-acid batteries. Most federal and state regulations require lead-acid batteries to be recycled. Do not throw away old batteries. Lead is a toxic heavy metal, hazardous to living organisms.
LIMITED WARRANTY. Med-Fit warrants all new Nautilus® Commercial products to be free from defects in materials and manufacture for the warranty periods set forth below. The warranty periods commence on the invoice date of the original purchase. This warranty applies only against defects discovered within the warranty period and extends only to the original purchaser of the product.
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2. Repairs performed on Nautilus® Commercial product missing a serial number or with a serial tag that has been altered or defaced, 3.
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COMMERCIAL LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION continued EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. For any product described above that fails to conform to its warranty, Med-Fit will provide, at their option, one of the following: (1) repair; (2) replacement; or (3) refund of the purchase price. Med-Fit Limited Warranty service may be obtained by contacting the authorized dealer from whom you purchased the item.
CONTACT INFORMATION If you need assistance, please have both the serial number of your machine and the date of purchase available when you call Med-Fit Systems Customer Excellence Technical Support. TECHNICAL & CUSTOMER SERVICE phone: 276-773-2881 toll free: 800-235-2233 fax: 276-773-2298 e-mail: info@medfitsys.com web: www.medfitsystems.com CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS...