E230X / E250X / E390X Elliptical. Your returned warranty registration card is important in helping us keep you up-to-date on all the latest upgrades for your E230X / E250X / E390X. Also, the warranty card is used to establish your actual purchase date.
To ensure that you get the maximum benefit from the engineering that has gone into your machine, we recommend that you read this manual carefully before attempting to assemble and use the E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical. Save these instructions and refer to this manual if you are unfamiliar with the operation of the E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical.
OPERATING YOUR E230X / E250X / E390X Each E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical contains an L.E.D. (light emitting diode) computer display. The control functions, with their unique features and programs, have been designed with you in mind, to offer the best possible exercise by displaying important and clear information regarding your exercise goal.
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The E250X / E390X models have the following display features: A: Heart rate window B: Clock C: 10.5 cm x 7.5 cm profile display (4.25" x 2.75") (three colors on the E250X / E390X only) D: Select keys E: Scrolling screen...
Getting to know the E230X / E250X / E390X A HEART RATE WINDOW The heart rate window lets you monitor your heart rate at a glance. The number displayed represents beats per minute. B CLOCK Allows you to see the time of day when you’re in a workout. See Settings Section 2.12.
These keys allow you to select the program of your choice. For more information on which programs are available, see section 3. QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS AND SEGMENT RESISTANCE (E250X / E390X) QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS Use the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC keys to enter exercise duration, distance, your weight, or your target heart rate.
If you do not wish to view the exercise parameters, press the STOP key to return to the welcome screen. On the E390X, the exercise parameters will loop for 30 seconds (default value, if you want change it, refer to section 2.14).
SETTING UP THE COMPUTER TO YOUR ENVIRONMENT E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical offers unique features allowing users to personalize their settings. The computer can also display a series of diagnostics and features. E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical allow you to select and adjust the following settings:...
2.6 Cool Down Doing a cool down period after you exercise is strongly recommended for your safety. Your E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical has a feature that allows you to cool down on your elliptical. If the Cool Down option is activated, a cool down screen will be displayed prior to each exercise.
When activated, the User ID feature lets the elliptical recognize individuals and automatically enter their weight and whatever other information is required. The E230X model will recognize up to 2 users and the E250X / E390X model will recognize up to 4.
Press the STOP key to return to the USER ID menu. Edit User To edit a user, select the USER ID option and press the JustGo™ key to accept. Select EDIT USER and press JustGo. Select the user you want to edit using the INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL or INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys and press JustGo™...
2.10 Edit Welcome Message The Edit Welcome Message feature lets you change the welcome message that appears on your screen. There is a standard welcome message entered into your elliptical. This message is displayed in the language you have selected (see section 2.2). If you wish to edit this message, it will only be changed in your selected language.
INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL or INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys or the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS. Press the JustGo key to accept. NOTE: For the E390X, the default value for the AUTO POWER OFF option is 30 seconds. If you turn it OFF, the elliptical display will turn off, soon as you stop pedalling.
E230X / E250X / E390X EXERCISE PROGRAMS The E230X / E250X / E390X exercise programs are designed to help you achieve your personal fitness goals and stay in shape. They have been organized by category so you can quickly and easily find the best program(s) for your needs.
ROGRAM ATEGORIES 3.1 JustGo 3.6 Outdoors 3.2 Be Active 3.7 Sports Training 3.3 Body Shape 3.8 Fitness Test 3.4 Heart Rate 3.9 Add Time 3.5 Custom ™ JustGo The JustGo program allows you to start a manual exercise at the touch of one key. Since JustGo is the initial program, it will always be displayed first for easy selection.
+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X/ E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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You cannot save your race. The minimum distance is 0.2 miles. Note: The flashing solid dot, green on the E230X or yellow on the E250X / E390X, in the top lane of the display is you. The lanes are light green.
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Choose the Beat my Race program using the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys or by repeatedly pressing the Be Active key if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have selected the program, press JustGo™ key to access the program. Select your User ID by pressing the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys .
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INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL key to enter the time in hours, or use the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your time, press the JustGo™ key...
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key...
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INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL keys to enter the time in hours or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your time, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL keys to enter the time in hours or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your time, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL keys to enter the time in hours or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your time, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate. Choose your target calories (100, 150, 200, Custom) using the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys Press the JustGo™ key to validate your selection.
+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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Enter your Target BPM (Beats Per Minute) by pressing the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your target BPM, press JustGo™ key to validate.
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Enter your Rest Heart Rate (Rest BPM) by pressing the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your rest heart rate, press JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL keys to enter the time in hours or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your time, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
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RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your time, press the JustGo™ to validate. Enter your Age. Press the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to choose your age, or use the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your age, press the JustGo™...
+/–10 and the INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT keys to adjust the value by increments of +/–1 or by using the QUICK RESISTANCE NUMERIC KEYS if you have an E250X / E390X. Once you have entered your weight, press the JustGo™ key to validate.
Add Time The Add Time key is programmed to allow you to add time, distance or calories to your program while you are working out. When you begin a program, you set the time, distance or calories. This feature increases the duration of your program. The key only works if you are already in a program.
4.2 Heart Rate Chest Strap The BODYGUARD® Fitness E230X / E250X / E390X is designed for use with the heart rate chest strap. The chest strap allows the computer to monitor your heart rate or beats per minute. This value is displayed on the computer screen and should only be used as a guide in helping you achieve your personal fitness goals.
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Possible Chest Strap Heart Rate Problems and Solutions ® All BODYGUARD Fitness machines are compatible with Polar wireless heart rate monitor systems. Each system includes a chest strap and receiver. The receiver is built into the machine beneath the bottle holder. Chest straps are available at all ®...
JustGo™ key to accept. Note: For all the following tests on the E390X, you might have to enter the diagnostics menu and pedal at a minimum of 15 RPM to perform. The battery will hold the display lit for 30 seconds (default value, if you want change it, refer to section 2.14).
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In the DIAGNOSTICS menu, select DISPLAY TEST and press the JustGo™ key to accept. Now the display will illuminate a certain way. To proceed to the next display pattern, press any key. Press STOP to terminate the test. HEART RATE TEST The heart rate test allows you to determine if the heart rate systems (chest strap and hand grips) are working properly and that the computer is displaying your heart rate signal during a program.
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SPEED SENSOR TEST The Speed Sensor test allows you to see whether your speed sensor circuit is functional or not. In the DIAGNOSTICS menu, select SPEED SENSOR TEST and press the JustGo™ to accept. A message will be displayed on the scrolling screen indicating whether the sensor is good or bad. •...
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 6.1 General care Your E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical was designed and built to give you trouble free use. For maximum safety, however, you should periodically check your unit for signs of wear. Here is a quick checklist: •...
6.2 Quick Troubleshooting Checklist If you experience a problem during the normal operation of your E230X / E250X / E390X elliptical, use the Quick Troubleshooting Checklist. If you are unfamiliar with or uncertain about basic diagnostic maintenance procedures, contact your ®...
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The E230X / E250X has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. The E390X has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital devices, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Since 1969, our goal has been to build quality fitness machines that serve to meet human expectations. We strive to design and build the highest quality fitness equipment. Our mission remains unchanged. Bodyguard has received many industry ® accolades and is regarded as one of the top brands of fitness machinery in the world.
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