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CYBEX 525C Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Cybex 525C/525R Cycle Owner’s Manual Cardiovascular Systems Part Number LT-24303-4 D www.cybexintl.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Sentry......53 Cybex® and the Cybex logo are registered trademarks of Cybex International, Inc. Polar ® is a registered trademark of Polar Electro Inc. iPod, iPhone, and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
  • Page 3 Cybex Owner’s Manual FCC Compliance Information Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 4: Safety

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Safety Read all instructions and warnings before using. Grounding and Voltage Information AC Power Adapter is optional. WARNING: Shock and electrocution hazard Connect unit to a grounded outlet. • Do not use voltage adapter or extension cord.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    • equipment on an uneven surface. Verify there is enough room for safe access and operation of unit. • Use Cybex AC power adapters only. • Do not use the optional power adapter in damp or wet locations. • Do not use the unit if: (1) the unit is plugged into an optional power adapter that has a damaged •...

  • Page 6: Warning And Caution Decals

    508-533-5183 or contact Cybex Customer Service at 888-462-9239. If you are located outside of the USA, call 508-533-4300. For location or part number of labels, see the parts list and exploded-view diagram on the Cybex web site at www.cybexintl.com.

  • Page 7: Warning And Caution Decals - 525C

    CYBEX. Warning and Caution Decals - 525C See sheet 1 SEE SHEET 1 ION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF CYBEX. CTION IN PART OR WHOLE WITHOUT PERMISSION OF CYBEX IS PROHIBITED. DIELINE “CutContour” DO NOT PRINT 3.125”W X 1.65”H X 0.19”R...
  • Page 8 Cybex Owner’s Manual DE-23739-4 Label, Warning, Access tray, DE-21749-4 Label, Warning, Disconnect Power DE-18363-4 Label, Warning, Hot flywheel DE-18362-4 Decal, Caution moving parts DE-24016-2 Label, Warning, Canada...

  • Page 9: Warning And Caution Decals - 525R

    Warning and Caution Decals - 525R CYBEX. See sheet 1 SEE SHEET 1 ION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF CYBEX. CTION IN PART OR WHOLE WITHOUT PERMISSION OF CYBEX IS PROHIBITED. 3.125”W X 1.65”H X 0.19”R DIELINE “CutContour”...
  • Page 10 Cybex Owner’s Manual DE-23740-4 Label, Warning, Access tray, DE-21749-4 Label, Warning, Disconnect Power DE-18363-4 Label, Warning, Hot flywheel DE-18362-4 Decal, Caution moving parts DE-24016-2 Label, Warning, Canada...

  • Page 11: Assembly

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Assembly Specifications 525C Cycle 525R Cycle Length: 48” (122 cm) 65” (165 cm) Width: 23” (58 cm) 24” (62 cm) Height: 61” (155 cm) 49” (125 cm) Weight of Product: 143 lbs. (65 kg) 166 lbs. (75 kg) Shipping Weight 173 lbs.

  • Page 12: Choosing And Preparing A Site

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Choosing and Preparing a Site Before assembling the unit, verify the chosen site meets the following criteria: Area is well lit and well ventilated. • Surface is structurally sound and properly leveled. • Free area for access to unit and emergency dismount. Minimum clearance is 23.6 inches (0.6 •...

  • Page 13: Electrical Power Requirements

    Verify connection is a grounded circuit. Do not use a ground-plug adapter to adapt the 3-prong power cord to a non-grounded electrical outlet. Use Cybex supplied AC power kit only. Consult an electrician with any questions. Verify power supply is compliant with local building codes.

  • Page 14: Assembly

    Cybex Owner’s Manual 525C Assembly Unpack and verify contents of boxes. Verify the following items are present. See Customer Service chapter for contact information if any parts are missing. Item Quantity Part Number Description Varies Base with covers attached Varies Console assembly PL-21584 Back Cap...
  • Page 15 Cybex Owner’s Manual Item Quantity Part Number Description HS-19108 Screw, 5/16-18 x .75”,HXHD,WHIZ-LOCK,GR5 HS-15706 Screw, 8-16 x .50”, PNHD Hardware Lift and move the unit 1. Grasp the rear foot. 2. Lift the rear foot so the front transport wheels are able to roll on floor. Use proper lifting methods.
  • Page 16 Cybex Owner’s Manual Install console assembly to base assembly. 1. Hand thread two mounting screws into the base assembly. Item Description Console assembly Screws (2) Base assembly Optional A/V cable Display cable The console assembly will need to be supported during steps 2 through 5.
  • Page 17 Cybex Owner’s Manual 6. Route cables through gray clip on controller. Item Description Display cable Display cable connector Gray clip Power supply output Console cable DIN connector A/V cables, optional Power cord 7. Plug the display cable into the display cable connector on the lower control board. Ensure the cable connector is securely fastened.
  • Page 18 Cybex Owner’s Manual In addition to the mounting screws, there are four plastic connectors that secure the front covers together. Ensure that all four plastic connectors are inserted properly in each front cover. 3. Install front right cover with one screw using a Phillips screwdriver.
  • Page 19 Cybex Owner’s Manual Level the unit. Confirm that the unit is on a level surface. If not, use a 9/16” open-end wrench to adjust the leveling feet up or down. Item Description Leveling feet Install coax cable (E3 View Monitor option) Install 6’ coax cable to the coax cable connector in base of unit.

  • Page 20: Assembly

    Cybex Owner’s Manual 525R Assembly Unpack and verify contents of the unit. Verify the following items are present. See Customer Service chapter for contact information if any parts are missing. Item Quantity Part Number Description Varies Base with covers attached Varies Console assembly PL-21517 Front Left Cover...
  • Page 21 Cybex Owner’s Manual Item Quantity Part Number Description HS-19108 Screw, 5/16-18 x .75”,HXHD,WHIZ-LOCK,GR5 HW-53018 Washer, 5/16” Split HS-15706 Screw, 8-16 x .50”, PNHD HS-18311 Screw, 8-16 x .75”, PNHD HS-41107 Screw, 5/16-18 X 1.50” HX-00438 3/16” Allen wrench Lift and move the unit 1. Grasp the rear foot.
  • Page 22 Cybex Owner’s Manual Install seat back assembly. 1. Place the seat back assembly in the correct position and hand thread each of the screws and four washers. Item Description Seat back assembly Washers (4) Screws (4) 2. Securely fasten the screws with the 3/16” Allen wrench provided.
  • Page 23 Cybex Owner’s Manual 2. Place the console assembly in the correct position on the base assembly by sliding into position onto the two mounting screws. Item Description Console assembly Screws (2) Base assembly 3. Hand thread the other two screws.
  • Page 24 Cybex Owner’s Manual 8. Connect the console cable’s DIN connector to the power supply output. Make sure the two connectors snap firmly together and can not be pulled apart without pulling the sleeve back to release it. Item Description Power supply outlet...
  • Page 25 Cybex Owner’s Manual 2. Install front left cover with three screws using a Phillips screwdriver. Item Description Plastic connectors Front left cover Screws (3) Install the accessory tray. 1. Remove the two screws in the console assembly using a Phillips screwdriver. Item Description...
  • Page 26 Cybex Owner’s Manual Level the unit. Confirm that the unit is on a level surface. If not, use a 9/16” open-end wrench to adjust the leveling feet up or down. Item Description Leveling feet Install coax cable (E3 View Monitor option) Install 6’ coax cable to the coax cable connector in base of unit.

  • Page 27: Setup

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Setup Use the following instructions to setup the units settings. 1. Plug the optional power cord into a power outlet from a grounded circuit, See Electrical Requirements. Coil up the remainder of the power cord and place it out of the way. If you do not have the optional power supply, skip to step 3.
  • Page 28 GLOSS AREAS Cybex Owner’s Manual Setup options 1. Press and hold the SCAN and UP keys for 3 seconds. 2. Navigate through the setup menu with the UP and DOWN keys. EMBOSS WINDOW DEAD FRONT (PT-3396) 3. Press the ENTER key once to enter setup values.

  • Page 29: A/V Config And Fm Radio Presets

    GLOSS AREAS Cybex Owner’s Manual To reset setup options to default values REVISIONS THE INFORM A TION CON T AINED IN THIS DR A WING IS THE SOLE PROPE R T Y OF CYBEX. DESCRIPTION D A TE APPRO V...

  • Page 30: User Controls

    Setup key When storing FM presets, this button will clear all stored FM radio REVISIONS THE INFORM A TION CON T AINED IN THIS DR A WING IS THE SOLE PROPE R T Y OF CYBEX. presets DESCRIPTION AN Y REPRODUCTION IN P A R T OR WHOLE WITHOUT See sheet 1 THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF CYBEX IS PROHIBITED.
  • Page 31 “A 863” Enercise Audeon REVISIONS THE INFORM A TION CON T AINED IN THIS DR A WING IS THE SOLE PROPE R T Y OF CYBEX. DESCRIPTION AN Y REPRODUCTION IN P A R T OR WHOLE WITHOUT See sheet 1 “B 900”...
  • Page 32 REVISIONS THE INFORM A TION CON T AINED IN THIS DR A WING IS THE SOLE PROPE R T Y OF CYBEX. DESCRIPTION AN Y REPRODUCTION IN P A R T OR WHOLE WITHOUT 5. Press Stop to exit setup.Transmitter setup complete.
  • Page 33 Cybex Owner’s Manual 4. Press Resistance Up or Down keys to add “[Add]” a channel. Press Enter to save channel, “std” (stored) will be displayed. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to save up to 32 FM radio stations. 6. Press Stop to exit setup when all FM radio stations are stored.

  • Page 34: E3 View Monitor Controls

    Cybex Owner’s Manual E3 View Monitor Controls The remote control is used to perform all setup operations for the E3 View Monitor. POWER Turn the E3 View monitor on or off POWER MUTE POWER MUTE POWER MUTE SETUP TV/AV TV/FM...

  • Page 35: E3 View Monitor Setup

    Cybex Owner’s Manual E3 View Monitor Setup POWER MUTE Access Setup Screen SETUP TV/AV TV/FM CH LIST Press the SETUP button to display the SETUP MODE screen on the E3 View Monitor. Follow SLEEP LAST procedure to setup the E3 View Monitor.
  • Page 36 Cybex Owner’s Manual Picture settings Brightness Adjust range from 1 to 100. Default is 65. Contrast Adjust range from 1 to 100. Default is 70. Color Adjust range from 1 to 100. Default is 75. Tint Adjust range from 1 to 100. Range is R50 to G50. Default is 0.
  • Page 37 Cybex Owner’s Manual Channel settings Signal (ATSC only) Select Air, Cable STD, Cable IRC, or Cable HRC. Auto Program See Below Manual Program See Below (DVB-T only) Add/Delete Channels See Below Parental Control Block channels based on TV ratings. Default Channel Select channel to display on power up.
  • Page 38 SETUP SETUP TV/AV TV/AV TV/FM TV/FM CH LIST CH LIST Cybex Owner’s Manual SLEEP SLEEP LAST LAST POWER MUTE SETUP TV/AV TV/FM CH LIST 6. Press to set the Channel Sequence in which the channels are displayed after SLEEP LAST searching.
  • Page 39 SLEEP LAST Cybex Owner’s Manual POWER MUTE POWER MUTE Auto Program (DVB-T Monitor) SETUP TV/AV TV/FM CH LIST SETUP TV/AV TV/FM CH LIST SLEEP LAST SLEEP LAST 1. Tap to select Auto Program. POWER MUTE 2. Tap SETUP TV/AV TV/FM to enter the menu.
  • Page 40 Cybex Owner’s Manual POWER MUTE POWER MUTE This may take 20 or more minutes. If screen shuts off, POWER button to turn monitor on. SETUP TV/AV TV/FM CH LIST SETUP TV/AV TV/FM CH LIST SLEEP LAST 9. Press the SETUP...
  • Page 41 SETUP SETUP TV/AV TV/AV TV/FM TV/FM CH LIST CH LIST Cybex Owner’s Manual SLEEP SLEEP LAST LAST 4. Tap to select ATV or DTV. ATV Manual Program DTV Manual Program ■ Storage ■ UHF CH. ► ■ System ■ Save ■...
  • Page 42 SETUP SETUP TV/AV TV/AV TV/FM TV/FM CH LIST CH LIST Cybex Owner’s Manual SLEEP SLEEP LAST LAST POWER MUTE POWER MUTE POWER 5. Press to select Added or Deleted. SETUP TV/AV TV/FM CH LIST SLEEP SETUP LAST TV/AV TV/FM CH LIST...
  • Page 43 Cybex Owner’s Manual Feature settings Power on Captions Mode Select Off or Last. Last will set caption mode to last used setting. (ATSC only) Power on Subtitles Mode Select Off or Last. Last will set subtitle mode to last used setting.

  • Page 44: Testing The Operation

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Testing the Operation Use the following instructions to test the full resistance range of the unit: 1. Plug the optional power cord into a power outlet from a grounded circuit, See Electrical Requirements. Coil up the remainder of the power cord and place it out of the way. If you do not have the optional power supply, skip to step 3.

  • Page 45: Operation

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Operation Intended Use The intended use of this exercise equipment is to aid or improve general physical fitness and exercise. Terms Used Active Mode – Any time unit is controlling resistance and accumulating workout data. Active Mode begins after hitting QUICK START during the initial count-down screen, after completing the setup for a workout or by default if the initial count-down screen times out and enters Quick Start Manual mode.

  • Page 46: User Control Symbols Used

    Cybex Owner’s Manual User Control Symbols Used Control Control Name Description RESISTANCE UP Adjust Resistance up. RESISTANCE DOWN Adjust Resistance down. VOLUME UP Adjust Volume up. VOLUME DOWN Adjust Volume down. UP KEY Adjust Time, Level, Weight, or Workout up.

  • Page 47: Console Display

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Console Display LED Display Left enunciator Displays Time, BPM, or Weight. Left data readout Displays value of Time, BPM, or Weight. Bar graph Displays workout profiles and setup options. Right enunciator Displays Calories, RPM, or Cal/Hour. Right data readout Displays value of Calories, RPM, or Cal/Hour.

  • Page 48: User Controls

    Cybex Owner’s Manual User Controls Resistance keys Resistance keys Setup key Gear/level display Volume keys Enter key Quick Start key Display option key Up/Down keys Workouts key Headphone jack Resistance display STOP key Displays — Gear, Level, and Resistance is shown in the LED displays. The Up/Down LED indicates when Up/Down keys are active to change settings.

  • Page 49: Emergency Dismount

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Emergency Dismount If experiencing pain, feeling faint or needing to stop unit in an emergency situation: 1. Grasp handrails for support. 2. Stop pedalling. 3. Continue holding the handrails while carefully stepping off the unit. Quick Operation Guide Maximum user weight is 400 lbs.
  • Page 50 Cybex Owner’s Manual If Workouts is selected, Select a workout and setup options. 1. Select workouts 1 through 9 with the UP and DOWN keys. 2. Press the ENTER key to advance to setup options. Setup options: Workouts 1 through 8...

  • Page 51: Workout Selection

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Workout Selection With the 525C and 525R you may choose from Quick Start, or nine workout choices. Speed is never predetermined. Change speed by changing stride. Workout Choices: Workout Levels Settings Weight Loss Select time, level and weight.

  • Page 52: Data Readouts

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Data Readouts As the user exercises, the unit keeps track of and displays the following data: BPM (Beats per Minute) – User’s current heart rate. Heart rate will appear when a signal is introduced. Use either the hand grips for Contact Heart Rate or a Polar compatible heart rate ®...

  • Page 53: E3 View Monitor Monitor Screen Options

    THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF CYBEX IS PROHIBITED. REVISIONS THE INFORM A TION CON T AINED IN THIS DR A WING IS THE SOLE PROPE R T Y OF CYBEX. DESCRIPTION Cybex Owner’s Manual D A TE APPRO V AL AN Y REPRODUCTION IN P A R T OR WHOLE WITHOUT See sheet 1 THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF CYBEX IS PROHIBITED.

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    Maintenance All preventive maintenance activities must be performed on a regular basis. Performing routine preventive maintenance actions can aid in providing safe, trouble-free operation of all Cybex equipment. Cybex is not responsible for performing regular inspection and maintenance actions for your machines.

  • Page 55: Preventive Maintenance Activities

    Cybex is not responsible for performing regular inspection and maintenance actions for your unit. Instruct all personnel in equipment inspection and maintenance actions and also in accident reporting/ recording.

  • Page 56: Rechargeable Battery

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Rechargeable Battery The unit is designed with a 12 volt Lead-Acid rechargeable battery. The battery will recharge during regular operation of unit or when the optional power adapter is plugged in. The display will indicate dashes in the left display if the battery fails to provide enough energy.

  • Page 57: Environment

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Environment Humidity and Static Electricity The unit is designed to function normally in an environment with a relative humidity range of 30% to 75%. The unit can be shipped and stored in a relative humidity range of 10% to 90%.

  • Page 58: Customer Service

    To speak with a customer service representative, call 888-462-9239 (for customers living within the USA) or 508-533-4300 (for customers outside the USA). The following information located on the serial number decal will assist our Cybex representatives in serving you. Unit Serial Number, Product Name and Model Number •...

  • Page 59: Return Material Authorization (Rma)

    Provide the model and serial number of your Cybex equipment. At Cybex’s discretion, the technician may request that you return the problem part(s) to Cybex for evaluation and repair or replacement. The technician will assign you a RMA number and will send you an ARS label.

  • Page 60: Appendix - Workout Overviews

    Cybex Owner’s Manual Appendix - Workout Overviews 1 - Weight Loss The Weight Loss workout is designed for low to medium intensity training that the user can sustain for an extended period of time. It uses a low intensity resistance baseline for its two and a half minute core workout with forty-five second periods of higher resistance.

  • Page 61: Rolling Hills

    Cybex Owner’s Manual 2 - Rolling Hills The Rolling Hills workout is a two and a half-minute core workout designed to give the users the experience of riding constantly rolling hills without the steep grades of the Hills workout. Users will ride at a lower intensity with twice as much time spent at each resistance level and a two-minute rest period before the core workout repeats.

  • Page 62: Hills

    Cybex Owner’s Manual 3 - Hills The Hills workout is a three-minute core workout designed to give the user an intense interval workout. Users will experience intervals of moderate resistance at the beginning to simulate the start of the climb and will deliver peak resistance after two and a half minutes. The resistance then returns to the preliminary level and the core workout repeats itself.

  • Page 63: Pike's Peak

    Cybex Owner’s Manual 4 - Pike’s Peak Pikes Peak is a three-minute fifteen-second core workout that begins at a low intensity level and incrementally climbs to peak resistance after one and a half-minutes and remains at that level for 45 seconds before ramping back down to the initial level.

  • Page 64: Ramps

    Cybex Owner’s Manual 5 - Ramps The Ramps workout is a three-minute forty-five second core workout with a progressively increasing resistance profile designed to encourage the user to work towards their anaerobic energy system. The first three stages are forty-five seconds each and with the last three at thirty seconds each ending with the final stage at peak resistance.

  • Page 65: Interval

    Cybex Owner’s Manual 6 - Interval The Interval workout uses a 1:2 work to rest ratio. It is designed for high resistance training with longer rest periods. Users will face a high level of resistance for thirty-seconds followed by a one minute recuperation period before performing the interval again.

  • Page 66: Strength

    Cybex Owner’s Manual 7 - Strength The Strength workout is designed with the specific goal of raising the users’ lactic acid threshold. The workout uses a 1:3 work to rest ratio with fifteen-second intervals for maximum power development and forty-five second rest periods for recuperation.

  • Page 67: Cardio

    Cybex Owner’s Manual 8 - Cardio The Cardio workout is designed to maintain a high total demand with one minute at peak resistance out of the total two and a half minute core workout. The prolonged exertion period takes advantage of the long term energy stores and total aerobic capability when associated with speeds that require a high sustained cardiovascular demand.

  • Page 68: Heartrate Control (E3 View Monitor Option)

    Cybex Owner’s Manual 9 - Heartrate Control (E3 View Monitor Option) The Heartrate Control (HRC) workout requires a Polar® compatible heart rate transmitter belt (not included). The Heartrate Control (HRC) workout will attempt to bring the user to their target heartrate in 3-5 minutes, then keep them there for the duration of the body of the workout.
  • Page 69 Cybex Owner’s Manual Lost Signal If a signal is lost for two consecutive decisions (roughly 30 seconds), the display will beep four times, show ‘HR SIGNAL LOST’, show dashes in the BPM window and show the heart solid white. During this HR signal lost period, the load will remain steady.If after two further decisions (roughly an additional 30 seconds) the heartrate signal has not been reestablished, continue to show ‘HR...
  • Page 70 Cybex Owner’s Manual Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Step Watts Step Watts Step Watts Step Watts...

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