Do you have a question about the lx8000 and is the answer not in the manual?
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yolanda suarez
July 8, 2025
The Octane Fitness LX8000 LateralX Elliptical came with a cable to connect at the base. this machine is battery operated. Do you know the 12v cable box is used for?
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• Do not remove the plastic shrouds from the machine. Service should be performed only by an authorized Octane Fitness service representative. Moving parts contained under the shrouds can be extremely dangerous when not covered. • Never operate this lateral cross trainer if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped in water.
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• Wear appropriate exercise clothing and shoes for your workout; do not wear loose clothing. • Use care when getting on or off the Octane Fitness lateral cross trainer. Never step on or off the unit while the foot pedals are still moving.
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The electrodes are the ribbed portion on the side of the transmitter that sits against your skin. • To purchase wireless transmitter straps, contact your dealer or Octane Fitness sales representative. Some individuals are unable to use the heart rate feature because they do not have the proper body chemistry to provide accurate readings.
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(on lower edge) Base Serial Number Note: Disposal of Battery Before discarding or scrapping your LX8000, the battery must be removed and disposed of properly: • Remove the hood and one side shroud from the unit. • Locate the the battery assembly (beneath the control board at the front of the machine) and disconnect the cable.
GETTING STARTED Get ready to Fuel Your Workout with the LX8000 lateral cross trainer by Octane Fitness! You will soon be challenging yourself with a variety of pre-programmed workouts, managed by sophisticated electronics that keep you interested and motivated. Getting started is easy—just step on and start pedaling. Follow the Message...
The CROSS CiRCUIT Pro Kit (P/N 106700-001), which includes weight stands and PowerBlocks, is available for the LX8000. This kit gives you cardio and strength training in one place on your club floor. Two workouts are specifically designed for use with this kit: CROSS CiRCUIT Solo and CROSS CiRCUIT Group.
ELECTRONICS LX8000 Console and Keypad The LX8000 features a simple, easy to understand keypad and a console featuring an informative Message Center, a workout profile matrix, and four multi-function LED display windows that provide all the information you need to get started and stay motivated during your workout.
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Program Quick Start Enter CHOOSE Workout WORKOUT Lateral Disp ADJUST Level Enter SETTINGS Lock Width PAUSE BOOST CLEAR WORKOUT Keypad Buttons Quick Start The easiest way to start a workout is to simply push the Quick Start button, setting the machine in the Random program at resistance level 1, lateral width 5, age 40 and weight 150 pounds (68 kg).
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Numeric Entry Keypad The right side of the keypad is a numeric entry keypad. Use these number keys instead of the () and () keys to enter a value such as age, weight, lateral width, or target hear rate directly. The numeric entry will be stored after a short delay, or you may press either green Enter key on the main portion of the keypad.
(Matrix Display) Console Windows Message Center The LX8000 Message Center features a scrolling LED display which prompts you to enter important information, guides and motivates you through your workout, and rewards you with clear, relevant workout data such as level, average speed, average heart rate, maximum heart rate, calorie/hour, floors, strides, watts and METs.
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Interval Duration: Once you have reached or surpassed the new target heart rate, the matrix display switches to a countdown timer, counting down the length of the interval. The bottom row of the matrix displays a horizontal bar graph representing the current resistance level. Time Displays workout time, counting up from 0:00.
How Does Workload Resistance (Level) Work? Resistance Level The LX8000 has 30 discrete levels of resistance. Level 1 is the easiest and level 30 is the most difficult. The Manual program gives the user the ability to totally control the resistance level.
LX8000 PROGRAM REFERENCE Use the numeric keypad or the Up Arrow () and Down Arrow () keys on the keypad or the right handlebar to enter program settings as prompted by the Message Center. *Standard program values are used if no values are entered within 4 seconds of Message Center prompts.
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LX8000 PROGRAM REFERENCE Use the numeric keypad or the Up Arrow () and Down Arrow () keys on the keypad or the right handlebar to enter program settings as prompted by the Message Center. *Standard program values are used if no values are entered within 4 seconds of Message Center prompts.
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LX8000 PROGRAM REFERENCE Use the numeric keypad or the Up Arrow () and Down Arrow () keys on the keypad or the right handlebar to enter program settings as prompted by the Message Center. *Standard program values are used if no values are entered within 4 seconds of Message Center prompts.
The Octane Fitness LX8000 lateral cross trainer incorporates additional features to ensure that users experience great workouts, including HeartLogic Intelligence and MultiGrip Handlebars. In addition, many of the standard features and controls of your Octane Fitness lateral cross trainer can be customized to fit your personal preferences or workout environment.
Fingertip Controls The LX8000 also features fingertip control buttons on the handlebars. You can easily set up or adjust the Level (or Target Heart Rate) while in a workout using the Up Arrow () and Down Arrow () on the right handlebar. Or, adjust the Lateral Width at any time using the Up Arrow () and Down Arrow () on the left handlebar.
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Do you have a question about the lx8000 and is the answer not in the manual?
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The Octane Fitness LX8000 LateralX Elliptical came with a cable to connect at the base. this machine is battery operated. Do you know the 12v cable box is used for?