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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 As you will see throughout this owner’s manual, we value your safety. We have designed your bike to be a safe, fun and effective workout system. However, it is not a toy. Your ElliptiGO bike is an advanced piece of fitness equipment designed to be used for exercise by responsible riders.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    This owner’s manual contains information regarding your components and how to do basic maintenance and service on your ElliptiGO® cycle. However, it is not intended to be a substitute for having your product serviced by a professional bicycle mechanic. YOU SHOULD HAVE YOUR ELLIPTIGO BIKE ASSEMBLED, MAINTAINED AND SERVICED BY A PROFESSIONAL BICYCLE MECHANIC.

  • Page 4: Chapter 1: Important Notifications

    ElliptiGO bike and order before and during your ride, and to use caution when suffering a fall.

  • Page 5: Chapter 2: Product Familiarization

    ElliptiGO BIKE. If you purchased your ElliptiGO product machines you may have used in the past. If you treat it for a minor child, please contact ElliptiGO Inc. for a full with respect, keep it maintained, and use it as intended, refund immediately.

  • Page 6: Frame

    The Purpose of an ElliptiGO Elliptical Cycle The purpose of an ElliptiGO elliptical cycle is to deliver a fun, low-impact, outdoor exercise experience. It is not to be used for trick riding and should never be used for stunts, jumps, wheelies, or other abusive maneuvers.

  • Page 7: Terminology And Component Overview

    Terminology & Component Overview 3C and 8C Models The picture below gives an overview of the components which make up the ElliptiGO® 3C and 8C products. These names will be referred to throughout the owner’s manual. FRAME PRELOAD COLLAR STEERING COLUMN...

  • Page 8: 9 Control Cables

    Terminology & Component Overview 8S and 11R Models The picture below gives an overview of the components which make up the ElliptiGO® 8S and 11R models. These names will be referred to throughout the owner’s manual. FRAME FOLDING STEERING COLUMN...

  • Page 9: Front Brakes

    Terminology & Component Overview ElliptiGO Arc Model The picture below gives an overview of the components which make up the ElliptiGO Arc product. These names will be referred to throughout the owner’s manual. FRAME 26 CHAIN KEEPER PRELOAD COLLAR 27 CRANK ARM...

  • Page 10: Proper Handling & Carrying Procedure

    Picture 1 to the right demonstrates the proper method for handling, lifting or carrying your ElliptiGO® C-Series, 8S or 11R elliptical bike. The machine should be handled with one hand on the frame member which goes over the top of the rear wheel and the other hand on the steering column.

  • Page 11: Frame

    ElliptiGO® Arc Handling Picture 1 to the right demonstrates the proper method for handling, lifting or carrying your ElliptiGO Arc. The machine should be handled with one hand on the frame and the other hand on the steering column.  ...

  • Page 12: Kickstand Operation

    Kickstand Operation C-Series and Models 8S and 11R These ElliptiGO® products are equipped with a very stable double leg kickstand. To operate the kickstand, follow these steps: 1. Retracting the Kickstand - To retract the kickstand grab the steering column with one hand and the frame member which goes over the top of the wheel with the other hand.
  • Page 13 ElliptiGO® Arc Kickstand The ElliptiGO Arc is equipped with a single-leg kickstand. To operate the kickstand, follow these steps: 1. Retracting the Kickstand - To retract the kickstand, stand on the side closest to the kickstand. Grab the steering column with...

  • Page 14: Quick Release Clamping Systems

    Any of these situations could cause the rider to lose control of the elliptical cycle Your ElliptiGO® elliptical cycle comes equipped with quick and suffer a serious injury or be killed. IT IS CRITICAL...
  • Page 15 Adjusting the Quick Release Mechanism If there is too little clamping force, tighten the nut The amount of clamping force for the quick release is one-quarter turn and try clamping again. Repeat this controlled by the tension nut. until closing the lever requires grabbing the fork, frame or steering extender and leaves a mark in your hand.

  • Page 16: Steering Columns

    Steering Columns C-Series and Arc models come equipped with a non-folding steering column. 8S and 11R models come equipped with a folding steering column. All steering columns have a storage position and a riding position that can be adjusted vertically to accommodate a wide range of riders.
  • Page 17 BASE! Riding while the “MAX EXTENSION” line is above the base could result in the steering extender breaking during operation or being pulled out of the base, causing a fall. Never use an ElliptiGO product with the “MAX EXTENSION” Owner’s Manual line visible above the base.
  • Page 18 6. Release the safety index pin and make fine movements on the steering extender until the pin aligns with the correct hole on the steering extender and springs completely NO! Do not back into place. Ensure that no red marks are exceed MAX visible on the pin.
  • Page 19 2. Pull and hold out the safety index pin with one hand while removing the steering extender from the base collar with the other hand. 3. The extender, stem, and handlebar assembly can now be placed securely near the ElliptiGO® bike for storage. Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 20 Folding Steering Column - Models 8S and 11R 8S and 11R model ElliptiGO bikes come equipped with a steering column that telescopes to adjust the height of the riding position and folds for the storage position. The folding steering column consists of the following components: The base 2.
  • Page 21 The Riding Position When in the riding position, the column extends vertically up from the base, the steering extender is set to the correct depth in the column, the bottom of the collar is flush with the top flange of the base and set to the “LOCK”...
  • Page 22 5. Rotate the collar so that the arrow aligns with the “OPEN” marking on the right side of the steering base. 6. Slide the collar down over the pivot until the bottom of the collar sits flush on the flange of the base. WARNING! ENSURE THAT THERE IS NO GAP BETWEEN NO GAP THE BOTTOM OF THE COLLAR AND THE STEERING BASE...
  • Page 23 “MAX EXTENSION” line is above the base could result in the steering extender breaking during operation or being pulled out of the base, causing a fall. Never use an ElliptiGO product with the “MAX EXTENSION” line visible above the base.
  • Page 24 The Storage Position To place the folding steering column into the storage position, follow these steps: Open both collar quick releases. 2. Rotate collar 90 degrees counter- clockwise until index mark on collar lines up with “OPEN” mark on base. 3.

  • Page 25: Brakes

    Brakes Your elliptical bike comes equipped with front and rear rim brakes actuated by hand levers attached to the handlebars. One lever actuates the front brake and the other actuates the rear brake. The brakes are comprised of the following components: Left brake pad 2.
  • Page 26 Each brake has a quick release mechanism that enables the corresponding wheel to be removed without deflating the tire. To open the brake quick release system, follow these steps: Place the bike on the kickstand. 2. With one hand, squeeze the calipers together. 3.
  • Page 27 and drastically increase the likelihood that the rider will body weight to move forward. The quicker you slow down, collide with another object and suffer serious injury. the quicker your body weight will shift forward. This effect makes avoiding rear wheel lock up even more challenging The correct way to apply the brakes under normal stopping because one of the variables that determine when a wheel conditions is to gently actuate both levers, having the rear...

  • Page 28: Gearing Systems

    The best way to become effective at braking, especially a variety of terrain. C-Series, 8S and 11R models come emergency braking, is to practice. Seek out a safe, equipped with internally-geared hubs where the gearing controlled environment with a well maintained, dry, level system is inside the rear hub itself.
  • Page 29 3. Use the gear shifter to shift up into 3rd gear and then down into 2nd gear. 4. Move to the rear of the ElliptiGO and check the location of the yellow arrow relative to the yellow lines on the outside of the hub. The point of the arrow should be in the middle of the yellow lines.
  • Page 30 Adjusting the Internally-Geared Hub on the 8C Model Place your bike on a flat surface and stand it up on the kickstand. 2. Do a visual inspection of your shifter cable. Make sure it is fully seated in the gear shift housing. Then follow it through the frame to ensure it is not pinched in the mudguard and is seated properly in the frame bosses.
  • Page 31 5a. Stand on the right side of the bike facing towards the bike. If the outside (away from the hub) line was above the inside line, rotate the barrel adjuster on the handlebar counterclockwise (back towards the rear wheel) one full turn. If the outside line is below the inside line, rotate the barrel adjuster clockwise (forward towards the front wheel) one full turn.
  • Page 32 For 8-speed hubs where the left-most number in the gear indicator window is an 8: Use the gear shifter to shift up into 8th gear and then down into 4th gear. Move to rear of the bike and find the small display window with the two yellow lines.
  • Page 33 Adjusting the Internally-Geared Hub on the 11R Model Place your bike on the kickstand. 2. Do a visual inspection of your shifter cable. Make sure it is fully seated in the gear shift housing. Then follow it through the frame to ensure it is not pinched in the mudguard and is seated properly in the frame bosses.
  • Page 34 Adjusting the Derailleur System on the Arc Model Place your bike on the kickstand. 2. Do a visual inspection of your shifter cable. Make sure it is fully seated in the barrel adjusters on both the shifter and the rear derailleur. 3.
  • Page 35 To shift into a lower gear on the Arc, 11R and some 8C models, push the thumb lever forward until it stops and then release it. To shift all 8S and some 8C models into a lower gear, push or pull the finger lever until it stops and then release it.

  • Page 36: Chain Tension

    8C, 8S and 11R models will need to be manually tensioned periodically. In between replacements, you will likely need to add tension to the chain as it stretches. To adjust the chain tension on the 3C, 8C, 8S and 11R models, follow these steps: Place the bike on the kickstand.

  • Page 37: Wheels, Tires And Tubes

    Wheels, Tires and Tubes Rim Surface Your rim should have no visible signs of wear and be Your ElliptiGO® bike comes equipped with a 20” spoked free from damage, including cracks, ruts or chips. To wheelset, high-pressure clincher-style tires and presta- check for wear, find the wear indicator groove on valve tubes.
  • Page 38 Quick release clamping system The front wheel on all ElliptiGO models and the rear wheel on Arc models are attached to the bike by quick release clamping systems. It is critical to use these systems properly when attaching a wheel to your bike.
  • Page 39 ElliptiGO technician. WARNING! If your rims are damaged, cracked or worn out, or brake rubbing persists, DO NOT RIDE. Instead, consult a bicycle mechanic or contact ElliptiGO® Customer Service. Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 40 Front Wheel Removal To remove the front wheel, follow these steps: Place the bike on the kickstand. 2. Open the brake quick release. See the Brakes section above for detailed instructions on opening your brake quick release system. 3. Open the quick release lever on the front wheel.
  • Page 41 Brakes section above. 3. If you have a 3C, shift into 3rd gear. If you have an 8S, use the finger lever to shift into 1st gear. If you have an 11R, use the finger lever to shift into 11th gear.
  • Page 42 Rear Wheel Removal – Arc Model To remove the Arc rear wheel, follow these steps: Place the bike on the kickstand. 2. While standing on the right side of the bike, lean the bike towards the kickstand to lift the rear wheel off the ground slightly.
  • Page 43 Rear Wheel Installation – C-series, 8S, 11R To install the rear wheel follow these steps: Place the bike on the kickstand. 2. Install rear wheel into the horizontal slots of the frame wheel brackets and ensure: a. The toothed washer engages the slot as shown.
  • Page 44 ElliptiGO® Customer Service. a. If you have a 3C, shift into 3rd gear. If you have an 8S, use the finger lever to shift into 1st gear. If you have an 11R, use the finger lever to shift into 11th gear. If you have an 8C where actuating the finger lever INCREASES gears, use it to shift into 8th gear.
  • Page 45 Rear Wheel Installation – Arc Model To install the rear wheel on the Arc model, follow these steps: Place the bike on the kickstand. 2. Ensure the gear selection lever is in 8th gear. 3. While pulling the derailleur rearward to create space, guide the ends of the quick release skewer into the corresponding dropouts on the frame.
  • Page 46 will not function. Riding without operating brakes is extremely dangerous and drastically increase the likelihood that the rider will collide with another object and suffer serious injury. Check that the chain is routed properly and the derailleur is functioning correctly by leaning the bike against the kickstand to lift the rear wheel off of the ground and then grabbing the foot platform with your hand and using it to rotate the drive arm...
  • Page 47 When you are ready for a new set of tires, take your while cornering. Any of these situations could cause the ElliptiGO bike to a professional bike mechanic and have rider to lose control and suffer a fall. them install your tires with the same size of high pressure clincher tire.
  • Page 48 Presta valves are frequently used with high-pressure tubes. Each valve type requires a different pump head for inflation. Your ElliptiGO bike comes equipped with high pressure tubes that use a Presta valve. To inflate them, you can use a pump...

  • Page 49: Chain Keeper

    WARNING! A properly adjusted chain keeper is a critical safety feature. It is your responsibility to ensure The ElliptiGO Arc comes equipped with a chain keeper that it remains set at the appropriate distance from located to the inside of the chainring. The purpose of the the chainring.

  • Page 50: Chapter 3: Riding

    Appropriate Clothing it will likely cause you to lose control of the Always wear a Department of Transportation ElliptiGO bike and fall, resulting in serious injury or (DOT) approved helmet when riding your death. ElliptiGO bike. Make sure to follow the helmet manufacturer’s instructions regarding proper fitting...
  • Page 51 ElliptiGO bike rider as well as other cyclists and and ElliptiGO bike, and reflective stickers or straps motorists. Emergency stopping distances increase significantly.
  • Page 52 Maintain a sharp focus on your surroundings. component or safety device on your ElliptiGO® bike. Never wear headphones, talk on a cell phone, or become distracted by electronic devices such as...
  • Page 53 ElliptiGO bike. The failure of a critical element of the bike is likely to result in the rider falling and suffering a serious injury Take Responsibility for Your Safety or death.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Fit

    All ElliptiGO models enable you to adjust the steering certified ElliptiGO technician. height and position of the controls. On the 3C, 8C, 8S and 11R models, the foot platforms are oversized so that you WARNING! Rotating the handlebars could re-position can move your foot into different positions while riding the controls such that your bike is unsafe to ride.
  • Page 55 If your bike does have a retention screw (Photo 2b), Models then proceed to the next step. The crank arms on the C-series and models 8S and 11R provide four different mounting positions for the drive NOTE: If your bike has a silver drive arm axle, it should be equipped with a drive arm axle retention screw.
  • Page 56 Looking at the bike from the left side, insert a 2.5mm Allen wrench into the drive arm axle retention screw on the right crank arm. Rotate the Allen wrench clockwise until the screw is completely removed. Insert a 6mm Allen wrench into the back of the right drive arm axle.
  • Page 57 Using your fingers, thread the drive arm axle counter- clockwise several rotations into the new mounting position on the right crank arm, ensuring that the threads are aligned correctly and not binding. Once the drive arm axle is threaded into the new position several turns, insert a 6mm Allen wrench into the drive arm axle and, while ensuring that the washer remains flat in the counter-bore,...
  • Page 58 Foot Platform Anatomy for Arc Models Foot Platform Foot Platform Pivot Axle Drive Arm Foot Platform Bracket Foot Platform Pivot Bracket Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 59 Adjusting the Stride Height on the Arc Model The foot platform assembly on the Arc model has two adjustments. The platform can be adjusted relative to the pivot axle and the pivot axle can be adjusted relative to the drive arm. Not all combinations of foot platform and pivot axle positions are compatible.
  • Page 60 FOOT PLATFORM POSITIONING ON ARC The ElliptiGO Arc foot platforms and pivot axle locations are originally set at 2.5 and 2.5. Many combinations of foot platform location and pivot axle location are not compatible. If you choose to adjust one or both of these settings, ensure that the new settings fall in an “OK”...
  • Page 61 Adjusting the Foot Platform Position on the Arc Model On the Arc model, the foot platform can be adjusted relative to the pivot axis to improve the functioning of the pivot while pedaling. Each foot platform is secured to the pivot by four screws and is labeled with position indicators.

  • Page 62: Pre-Ride Safety Checklist

    Before riding, always visually and physically inspect the then drop it. Watch and listen for unusual movements ElliptiGO® elliptical cycle to ensure that it is in good riding or noises as the bike strikes the ground. If you hear an condition.
  • Page 63 If your brakes are not working properly, do not bowing, indentations, or other damage to the ride the ElliptiGO® cycle. Instead, take your bike to rims. They should be flat and smooth with a a professional bicycle mechanic to have the brakes pronounced wear indicator groove.
  • Page 64 DO NOT RIDE the bike. Instead, contact our service department at service@elliptigo.com for support. 13. For C-Series and model 8S and 11R bikes, inspect the guide track systems. Inspect each load wheel to WARNING! Some ElliptiGO bikes are equipped with...
  • Page 65 Check to see that the chain tensioner is performing correctly. 17. For C-series and model 8S and 11R bikes, check the adjustment on the internal hub. Shimano 19. For C-series and models 8S and 11R, check 11-speed: Make sure that the gear shifter is in 6th gear that the nuts holding the rear wheel to the frame and then look into the alignment window.
  • Page 66 the pivot axle is functioning properly, is located in the From time to time, it is possible that you will need to adjust correct spot on the drive arm and is securely fastened screws or fasteners during a ride. In these rare situations, to the drive arm.

  • Page 67: Familiarization Ride

    Put on Your Helmet, Appropriate Clothing, and Protective Gear Inspect the ElliptiGO Bike and Get Familiar Every year thousands of cyclists suffer head and with the Brakes and Gear Selector Levers neck injuries as a result of collisions or falls. Some...
  • Page 68 5th position for the Arc, pedestrians or cycling traffic, but may be low enough to 8C, 8S and 11R models, and the 1st position for the strike you on your ElliptiGO bike. Hitting an object with 3C model.
  • Page 69 If something doesn’t feel right or something happens that makes you unsure about any aspect of your machine or the riding experience, stop riding and contact ElliptiGO customer service at service@elliptigo.com to resolve the issue before attempting a subsequent ride.
  • Page 70 Similarly, you should only use the bar extensions (if present) when climbing hills, and never in traffic or other Your ElliptiGO® product is an advanced piece of fitness situations that could require emergency maneuvers. equipment. It is designed to be used on paved surfaces NEVER ATTEMPT TO BRAKE WITHOUT HAVING BOTH for exercise.

  • Page 71: Climbing And Descending Hills

    “coast”. To coast, simply stop pedaling and stand on the foot platforms with your legs Some ElliptiGO® products come equipped with bar in a comfortable orientation. Use the brakes gently and extensions at the end of each handlebar. These extensions enable additional hand positions that can assist you to frequently to control your speed.
  • Page 72 Riding at Night and During Periods of Low Visibility collision with a motor vehicle, cyclist, or stationary object or a fall. We recommend not riding ElliptiGO® products WARNING! Riding at night and during periods of low outside when the roads are wet, even if it isn’t raining. This...

  • Page 73: Competitive And Group Riding

    Research the laws pertaining to night riding in your area ElliptiGO products are designed to be used for exercise. If and make sure that you comply with them, including you choose to ride in events or competitions, we strongly having front and rear lights.
  • Page 74 ElliptiGO products are not designed to be ridden in a pack performed by professionals with extensive experience of cyclists and cyclists may inadvertently collide with the riding elliptical bikes.

  • Page 75: Stationary Trainers

    For more details about stationary trainers and a list of which stationary trainers we recommend for use with the 3C, 8C, 8S and 11R, please visit: www.elliptigo.com/trainer. WARNING! DO NOT RIDE THE ELLIPTIGO ARC IN A STATIONARY TRAINER.

  • Page 76: Chapter 4: Service And Maintenance

    We design ElliptiGO products so that all of the components Your maintenance and servicing requirements will depend work in concert to provide a safe and enjoyable riding on a number of factors, including your weight, the experience.
  • Page 77 Take time to thoroughly inspect the drive arms and frayed, scratched, torn, damaged or discolored component, swing arms (if any) to make sure there is no visible cable, housing, or part, take your ElliptiGO cycle to a damage to them. professional bicycle mechanic or ElliptiGO-certified c.

  • Page 78: Maintenance Chart

    Maintenance Chart The appropriate maintenance intervals for your ElliptiGO® elliptical bicycle depend on many variables, including your weight, riding style, riding terrain and riding environment. The recommendations below are based on a 175-pound rider riding about 75 miles per week (300 miles per month) on relatively flat, well-paved surfaces in a mild climate. This chart assumes that the pre-ride and post-ride inspections and wipe-down descibed in the Owner’s Manual are being done...

  • Page 79: How Long Will My Bike Last

    The short answer is: we don’t know exactly how long your you should inspect the bike before and after every ride, ElliptiGO elliptical bike will last, but we do know that it will the 50 hour rule of thumb is for periodic inspections by a not last forever.
  • Page 80 ElliptiGO® Bikes with Composite Drive Arms them. Although breaking your drive arms is bad, damaging As discussed above, we have designed your elliptical them without breaking them could be even worse because cycle to provide a high-performance exercise experience.
  • Page 81 Delamination describes the condition where the be a sign of delamination. Before riding, take your bike carbon fiber layers separate from each other. to a professional bicycle mechanic or ElliptiGO®- Delamination can have a number of causes, certified technician for inspection. When in doubt, many of which do not require abusing the part.
  • Page 82 If one area returns a different sound, especially one that is muted or dull, this is an indicator that delamination is occurring inside the part. Take your ElliptiGO bike to a professional bicycle mechanic or ElliptiGO-certified technician for further evaluation. Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 83: Torque Requirements For Screws

    Torque Requirements for Screws and Fasteners on 3C, 8C, 8S and 11R Models Item Fastener Location / Description Fastener Size Tool Required Torque (N-m) Ergon GC3 Integral bar-end Grips to Handlebars (On Certain Models Only) M6x1.0 5mm allen Gear Shifter to Handlebars M6x1.0...
  • Page 84 Torque Requirements For Screws And Fasteners - Arc Model Item Fastener Location / Description Fastener Size Tool Required Torque (N-m) Grips to Handlebars M4x0.70 3mm allen Gear Shifter to Handlebars M6x1.0 5mm allen Brake Levers to Handlebars M5x0.8 4mm allen Stem to Handlebars M5x0.8 4mm allen...

  • Page 85: Satisfaction Guarantee And Limited Warranty

    • One year: All Other Components, Paint and Decals Note that tires, tubes, brake pads, load wheels, track inserts This is the only warranty for your ElliptiGO bike and it is and other wear parts will require replacement over time limited to the initial purchaser (it expires upon resale or and are only covered by this warranty for manufacturer’s...
  • Page 86 Claims To make a claim through this warranty, please contact service@elliptigo.com. Subject to the laws of the governing jurisdiction, ElliptiGO shall not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages arising from this offer of warranty or that result directly or indirectly from the use of ElliptiGO products.
  • Page 87 Notes Owner’s Manual...

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