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CARDIOSTRONG EX80-2 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

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Assembly and operating instructions
Art. No. CST-EX80-2
Elliptical cross trainer
EX80

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  • Page 1 Assembly and operating instructions Art. No. CST-EX80-2 Elliptical cross trainer EX80...
  • Page 2 EX80...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Dear Customer, Thank you for deciding for a high-quality training equipment of the brand cardiostrong, the brand that makes athlete‘s hearts beat faster. cardiostrong offers a wide range of home fitness equipment like elliptical cross trainers, ergometers, treadmills and rowing machines. cardiostrong equipment is the optimal equipment for all those who want to train at home independent of goals and fitness level.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 Technical data 1.2 Personal safety 1.3 Electrical safety 1.4 Set-up place ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND CARE 2.1 General instructions 2.2 Faults and Troubleshooting 2.3 Maintenance and service calendar ASSEMBLY 3.1 Package contents 3.2 Assembly instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 Console display 4.2 Button functions 4.3 Turning on and setting the equipment...
  • Page 5 DISPOSAL ORDERING ACCESSORIES ORDERING SPARE PARTS 9.1 Service hotline 9.2 Serial number and model name 9.3 Parts list 9.4 Exploded drawing...

  • Page 6: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION Technical data LCD display of speed in km/h training time in min training distance in km cadence (rotations per minute) calories burnt in kcal heart rate (when using the hand sensors or a chest strap) Watt resistance level Resistance system: electronic magnetic brake system Resistance level: Watt:...

  • Page 7: Personal Safety

    Personal safety Before you start using the equipment, you should consult your physician that this type of exercise is suitable for you from a health perspective. Particularly affected are persons who: have a hereditary disposition to high blood pressure or heart disease, are over the age of 45, smoke, have high cholesterol values, are overweight and/or have not exercised regularly in the past year.

  • Page 8: Electrical Safety

    Electrical safety The equipment requires a 220 - 230V / 50 Hertz mains power supply. The equipment should be connected directly to a grounded plug socket only by means of the power cable supplied. The use of multi-socket adapters or similar is not recommended.

  • Page 9: Assembly Instructions, Maintenance And Care

    You should therefore immediately replace damaged or worn components. Please contact your contract partner in such a case. The equipment should no longer be used until it has been repaired. When needed, only use original cardiostrong spare parts.

  • Page 10: Faults And Troubleshooting

    Check the tightness of all screw connections once a month. In order to be able to guarantee the constructively defined safety level of this equipment, we recommend having the equipment regularly maintained (at least once a year) by specialists (service technicians of your contract partner). The equipment may be cleaned of dust, dirt and sweat using a damp cloth.

  • Page 11: Maintenance And Service Calendar

    Problem Cause Solution No pulse reading • Sources of interference in • Eliminate sources of the room interference (e. g. mobile phone, loudspeaker, etc.) • Using a chest strap: - Unsuitable chest strap • Use a suitable chest strap (see recommended - Chest strap is incorrectly accessories) positioned...
  • Page 12 EX80...

  • Page 13: Assembly Instructions

    Assembly instructions Before starting assembly, look carefully through the individual assembly steps shown and assemble the equipment in the order indicated. Caution while unpacking: Place box flat on the ground, remove cover. Unpack handles, side supporting bars, pedal bars and operating instructions. Remove the upper foam parts (1) and (2) and take out the console, console supporting tube, console mast, pedal supporting bars and hardware bag.
  • Page 14 Step 1: Assembly of the console mast (1) Remove the two pre-mounted screws (F5) from the main frame (A) and two screws (F5) from the console mast (F1). (2) Mount the console mast (F1) on the main frame (A) with the previously removed screws (F5).
  • Page 15 Step 2: Assembly of the right connecting tube (1) See view A: Mount right connecting tube (C2) on the main frame (A). (2) Tighten the tube with screws (J8) M8 x 20 on the frame. (3) See view B: Tighten tube with two screws (J2) M8x60 and clamp (F2) on the bottom of the frame.
  • Page 16 Step 3: Assembly of the left supporting foot and joint cover (1) Mount the left connecting tube (C1) with the main frame (A) on the top with the screw (J8) and on the bottom with the two screws (J2) with the clamp (F2) - just like the right tube (C2) in figure 2.
  • Page 17 Step 4: Assembly of the pedal supporting tube (1) See view C: Connect right pedal supporting tube (B2) with the main frame (A) and tighten with nut (J4), washer (J9) and screw (J3). (2) See view D: Tighten nut (J4), washer(J9) and screw (J3) after the screw (J5), washer (J9) and nut (J4) are tight.
  • Page 18 Step 5: Assembly of the handles (1) Remove the six pre-mounted screws (J10 and J11) from the left handle (E1). (2) See view F: Mount left handle (E1) on main frame (A) and tighten all screws (J10 and J11) with two 6mm Allen wrenches. (3) Repeat the assembly (E2) on the right side (E2).
  • Page 19 Step 6: Assembly of the console supporting tube and the bottle holder (1) Connect cable (D1) from the console supporting tube (D) with cables (A1) on the main frame (A). (2) See view G: Mount the console supporting tube (D) on the main frame (A) with two screws (J1) and the two pre-mounted screws (J1).
  • Page 20 Step 7: Assembly of the console (1) Remove four screws (G1) on the back of the console (G). (2) Connect the console cable (D1) and pulse cable (D3) with the fitting pieces on the console (G). Make sure that the cables are connected correctly.
  • Page 21 Step 8: Transport In order to move the equipment, lift on both sides of the connecting tubes until the transport wheels touch the ground. Then move the equipment to the desired place. Now slowly and carefully lower the equipment to the floor. If necessary, adjust the leveling feet below the rear base of the equipment.
  • Page 22 Step 9: Power cable Insert power cable in the plug on the equipment before the equipment is connected to the outlet. Note: The overload switch serves as a protective mechanism. It is triggered if the equipment has an electrical overload. Turn off the power switch and then back on in order to restart the equipment.
  • Page 23 Step 10: Adjust stride lengths (1) There are five different stride lengths (45 cm (18“), 50 cm (20“), 55 cm (22“), 60 cm (24“), 65 cm (26“), which are illustrated in the LED window. (2) Loosen and remove the pin in order to set the desired stride length. (3) Once the stride length has been selected, tighten the pin again.

  • Page 24: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Console display EX80...
  • Page 25 Time 0:00 - 99:00 minutes Speed 0.0 - 99.9 km/h RPM (cadence; rotations per minute) 0 - 999 RPM Distance 0.0 - 99.9 km Calories 0 - 990 Cal Gender Male/Female (m/f ) Pulse (heart rate; heart beats per 30 - 230 BPM minute) Heart rate symbol On/off - blinking...

  • Page 26: Button Functions

    Button functions With this button, you can change TURNING KNOB the settings or increase the RIGHT resistance. With this button, you can TURNING KNOB change the settings or lower the LEFT resistance. TURNING KNOB With this button, you can confirm ENTER all settings.

  • Page 27: Turning On And Setting The Equipment

    Turning on and setting the equipment Connect the power cable with the console and press the RESET button for two seconds. An alarm will sound for two seconds and the specification 78.0 will be displayed in the lower left window (see figure 1 and 2). The console has four user accounts (U1 - U4).

  • Page 28: Programs

    Programs Once you have entered all values, you can select one of the five program categories with the control knob (see figure 9-13). The equipment has a total of 19 programs and a fitness test. • Manual (manual training): 1 •...

  • Page 29: Prog - Pre-Set Programs

    pulse, an alarm will sound once this pulse has been exceeded. The acoustic signal first stops once your pulse is no longer higher than the target pulse. Press the ENTER button after every setting in order to confirm. Once you have entered all values (or the selected value), press the START/STOP button to start the training.
  • Page 30 Profiles from preset training programs: Procedure for setting the preset training programs: Select program P1- Set program mode Specification of the training time Turn left Press Turn left Press Turn left Press Press or right Enter or right Enter or right Enter Start/ Stop...

  • Page 31: User - User Defined Program

    4.4.3 USER - User defined program Once you have selected the program, you can manually set each of the 20 sections of the profile with the control knob. For each section, select an intensity level between 1-16, confirm the setting with ENTER and continue with the next section. You can see which section you are currently in by the blinking of the section.

  • Page 32: H.r.c. - Heart Rate Oriented Programs

    4.4.4 H.R.C. - Heart rate oriented programs After you have selected the program, you can enter the desired target heart rate. Either select one of the three target heart rates (55%, 75% or 90% of your maximum heart rate) or select “TAG” and enter a target heart rate. The console determines your maximum heart rate based on your age (which you entered in the user account).

  • Page 33: Watt - Watt Controlled Program

    Procedure for setting the heart rate oriented program: Set training heart Set program mode Specification of the training time rate Turn left Press Turn left Press Turn left or right Press or right Enter or right Enter Start/ Stop 4.4.5 WATT - Watt controlled program If you selected the program, use the control knob to enter the desired watt value that you would like to train with between 10 and 350 Watt.

  • Page 34: Recovery - Fitness Test

    Procedure for setting the Watt-controlled programs: Program settings Setting the wattage Specification of the training time Turn left Press Turn left Press Turn left or right Press or right Enter or right Enter Start/ Stop 4.4.6 RECOVERY - Fitness test With this button, you can measure your recovery heart rate after training.

  • Page 35: Workout Instructions

    WORKOUT INSTRUCTIONS Heart-rate measuring Pulse measuring via hand sensors The hand sensors integrated in the handles allow you to determine your heart rate. You can measure your heart rate by lightly grasping the sensors with both hands at the same time. Blood pressure changes occur due to the heartbeat. The sensors measure the changes to the electric skin resistance caused by it.
  • Page 36 Note: If you have not been active in doing sports for a longer period of time, you should first go to your physician in order to discuss your training with them. You should also contact your physician in advance in the event of heart problems, high/low blood pressure and obesity.
  • Page 37 Example: For a 45-year-old man or woman, the maximum heart rate is 175 (220 - 45 = 175). • The fat burning target zone (55%) is at approximately 96 beats/min. = (220 - age) x 0.55. • The cardio target zone (75%) is at approximately 131 beats/min. = (220 - age) x 0.75.

  • Page 38: 10 Tips For Effective Elliptical Cross Training

    10 tips for effective elliptical cross training 1. Set goals What would you like to achieve with your training? Weight regulation, improved stamina, prevent risk of disease, more mobility, cardiovascular training, etc. In order to achieve your long-term training goal, set individual partial goals, e. g., weekly or monthly goals.

  • Page 39: Designing A Workout

    10. Reward yourself Do something good for you and your body after training or after achieving a partial goal. Go to the sauna or a swimming pool. Mix a protein shake or enjoy a delicious salad. Designing a workout We recommend two or three workouts per week. Warm up for about five minutes before starting each workout.
  • Page 40 25 min. Slow speed, no resistance 35 min. Vary speed, keep resistance low In the third week, increase the resistance In the fourth week, combine forwards slightly. and backwards movements. WEEK 5 + 6 Beginner Advanced Days Duration Intensity Duration Intensity 30 min.

  • Page 41: Stretching Exercises For Leg & Chest Muscles

    Stretching exercises for leg & chest muscles 1. Exercise: Stretching of front thigh / leg extension (quadriceps) • Stable position, grab arches of feet • Pull heel towards buttocks, knee points downwards (no abduction) • Straight upper body, avoid tilting the pelvic forward (hollow back) by tensing the abdominal muscles •...
  • Page 42 3. Exercise: Stretching the calf muscles (gastrocnemius) • Place feet parallel to each other pointing forward, the heels touch the floor • Support yourself on a chair coming from a lunge • Move your body weight to the front leg, press your heel from the rear leg towards the floor and hold the contact •...

  • Page 43: Workout Journal

    Workout journal Date Time (min.) Training weight Calories burnt Body weight Distance Resistance level Ø Pulse I feel ...

  • Page 44: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION cardiostrong‘s fitness equipment is subject to strict quality controls. However, if a fitness equipment purchased from us does not work perfectly, we take it very seriously and ask you to contact our customer service as indicated. We are happy to help you by phone via our service hotline.
  • Page 45 The terms of use are defined as follows: • Home use: solely for private use in private households up to 3 hours per day • Semi-professional use: up to 6 hours per day (e. g. rehabilitation centers, hotels, clubs, company gyms) •...

  • Page 46: Disposal

    Service outside of the warranty period We are also happy to issue an individual cost estimate if there is a problem with your fitness equipment after the warranty has expired, or in cases which do not fall under the terms of the warranty, e. g. normal wear and tear. Please contact our customer service team to find a quick and cost-effective solution to your problem.

  • Page 47: Ordering Accessories

    ORDERING ACCESSORIES Sport-Tiedje floor mat, size XL Art. no. ST-FM-XL Sport-Tiedje chest strap 122 kHz Art. No. ST1030 Sport-Tiedje silicone spray Art. No. ST-1003 Chest-strap contact gel 250ml Art. no. BK-250 Fitness equipment care kit Art. no. HF-500...

  • Page 48: Ordering Spare Parts

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm Serial number and model name Before assembling your equipment, find the serial number on the white sticker and enter it in the appropriate space. Serial number: Brand / category: Model name: cardiostrong elliptical cross trainer EX80-2 EX80...

  • Page 49: Parts List

    Parts list Description Qty. Description Qty. MAIN FRAME CRANK SENSOR WIRE FLAT KEY CONNECTION SLICE SCREW MOTOR TURING PLATE A3-1 SCREW PRESSING PIPE DC WIRE BEARING 6003zz C LIP SENSOR WIRE NUT M12 SENSOR WIRE HOUSING WASHER M12 SCREW AXLE SCREW M8 x 45 BEARING 6001MRB NUT M8...
  • Page 50 Description Qty. Description Qty. WASHER M8 SMALL CHAIN COVER ( R ) BOLT M12 x 53 SCREW WASHER M12 SCREW NUT M12 PEDAL SUPPORTING TUBE ( L ) PEDAL SUPPORTING TUBE ( R ) BEARING SLEEVE PEDAL HOUSING ( L ) BUSH PEDAL HOUSING ( R ) BEARING 6201zz...
  • Page 51 Description Qty. Description Qty. BUSH END CAP BEARING 6003zz SPONG HDR BUSH CENTRAL SUPPORTING TUBE SCREW IRON BRACKET PEDAL REINFORCEMENT STRIP CENTRAL SUPPORTING TUBE COVER ( L ) SCREW CENTRAL SUPPORTING TUBE COVER ( R ) SIDE CONNECTING TUBE ( L ) SCREW SIDE CONNECTING TUBE ( R ) SCREW...

  • Page 52: Exploded Drawing

    Exploded drawing EX80...
  • Page 54 DISCLAIMER ©2010 cardiostrong is a registered brand of the company Sport-Tiedje GmbH. All rights reserved. Any use of this trademark without the explicit written permission of Sport-Tiedje is prohibited. Product and manual are subject to change. Technical data can be changed without advance notice.
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