IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Before using this product, it is essential to read the ENTIRE Owner’s Manual and ALL installation instructions. The Owner’s Manual describes equipment setup and instructs members on how to use correctly and safely. Read all warnings posted on the machine. Health related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equipment.
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• 8G - 350 lbs. / 158 kg. 11. The safety and integrity of this machine can only be maintained when the equipment is regularly examined for damage and wear and repaired.
IMPORTANT LABEL LOCATIONS READ THE OWNERS MANUAL AND FOLLOW ALL PROPER INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE. IMPROPER USE OF THIS MACHINE CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. 1. As with all exercise equipment or programs, consult a physician prior to use and stop if you feel faint, dizzy or exhausted.
PART IDENTIFICATION Fig. 3 8G Features Part Part Part Console Transport Wheel STOP Button Shrouds / Housing Stair Main Frame Handrail Leveling Foot Heart Rate Grips Page 6...
OPERATION - OPENHUB LCD CONSOLES DISPLAY MEASUREMENTS SPEED Displays the current speed in Steps per Minute LEVEL Displays the current level, from 1-25 KCAL Displays accumulated calories burned WATTS/METS Alternates display of current user Watts and METS WORKOUT PROFILE Displays profile of past and upcoming speed levels relative to one another SEGMENT TIMER Below the Workout Profile area is a segment timer that counts down the time remaining in the current segment.
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Fan Button Cycles the fan between three settings: High, Low and Off Numeric Use to enter specific values for program parameters during program setup. Keypad During a program, these keys may be used to change level. Up/Down Cycle between options during setup mode, adjust level up and down during workout mode Buttons FUNCTION NOTE: This machine has a safety feature to help prevent users from accidentally increasing the machine speed to a level that is too high for them.
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WORKOUT SELECTION KEYS AND PROGRAM DEFINITIONS GOAL BASED PROGRAMS When a goal based program is selected, user will then have the option to select from a list of program profiles, see PROGRAM PROFILES section for details on the profile options Time Goal Allows entry of a set workout time goal Calorie Goal...
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WFI Test Program The WFI test assesses aerobic capacity Target HR = [208 - (0.7* Age)] * 0.85 expressed as VO2max. The results are calculated and recorded in milliliters (ml) of oxygen per kilogram (kg) of body weight per minute (V02 max). (in - Ibs) 703* Weight (Ibs) / [Height (in)] These aerobic assessments are submaximal...
PROGRAM PROFILES These profiles are selected in combination with the Mystery Challenge Profile Goal Based programs. The Mystery Challenge is a 20 interval workout with Manual Profile intensity changes randomly selected and applied to create a unique workout profile every time. Any Manual allows you to control the speed of the changes to Level during the workout will alter the machine during the workout, while accurately...
OPERATION - OPENHUB TOUCHSCREEN CONSOLES Fig. 5 10G Functions CONSOLE & HANDLEBAR (WHERE APPLICABLE) FUNCTIONS Enables manual operation using a default weight, SPEED and a default time limit. QUICK START Key NOTE: Default time and weight are adjustable through Maintenance Mode. Press the STOP button to enter pause mode.
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Level Adjustment Allows user to increase/decrease program level Workout controls, varies by unit. See the Menu Map in the Console Manual for Main Menu complete details. BLUETOOTH DEVICE PAIRING Bluetooth Device Pairing with Bluetooth Button: Pushing the button puts the console into discover mode.
SCREEN VIEWS 71.4 7:08 KCAL Total Floors Total Time Floors/Min Floor 28 0:15 Fig. 7 Screen Elements During most workouts, users can select from multiple screen view options by tapping the icons at the bottom of screen. Screens vary by unit, all screens are shown in the Service Manual. •...
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Other controls vary by unit: Fan Button Cycles the fan between three settings: High, Low and Off Bluetooth Button is grayed out if no device is connected to the console. Adjustment Allows user to increase/decrease speed, level or incline depending on unit. Buttons This button has the same function as pressing stop button on hot bar, puts Exit/Back...
& muscular power. The StairMaster TWENTY curriculum was created specifically to allow exercisers of all fitness levels to reap the benefits of interval training, in a time efficient manner, with a varied approach to keep it fun and engaging! ...
PROGRAM UPLOAD Prior to starting a workout, a BlueTooth connected device can be used to upload a program to display on the console from a compatible app. The upload may contain user info such as age and weight. RunTV 1. In an App interface, select the option to Upload Program ST20 to Display and then select...
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3. Once the program has loaded, press the green start button to RunTV progress to the setup screen. ST20 H.I.I.T. NOTE: Console will return to home screen after 30 seconds Build A or if cancel is pressed. Workout Existing 4. If program fails to load, an Workouts error screen is displayed for 5 seconds before retuning to...
Build A Workout Build A Workout Custom Time Floor Calorie Training Interval Goal Goal Goal Tools Quick Start Training Tools Constant HR Dynamic HR CPAT Dutch FF Control Control HR Check Fig. 15 8G or 10G Menu Map Page 19...
MAINTENANCE MODE - LCD LCD OPENHUB CONSOLE Maintenance Mode allows access to service and diagnostic information, as well as provides the ability to adjust certain program default parameters. To enter Maintenance Mode: Press and hold the keys together. A beep will sound and “MAINTENANCE MODE” will display momentarily in the Information Window. Release all keys.
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Item Default Notes CHR PERCENT: (10-90) Language is English (ENGL), Dutch (DUTC), French (FREN), German (GERM), LANG (ENG,,,,,,) English Portuguese (PORT), Spanish (SPAN), Swedish (SWED), Italian (ITAL) or Katakana (KATA). CSAFE (ON/OFF) Turns CSAFE function ON or OFF AUTO FAN (ON/OFF) Turns AUTO FAN function ON or OFF MODEL (STAIRCLIMBER/ Set console to STAIRCLIMBER/...
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Item Default Notes SET DEFAULTS Select to restore console defaults CLEAR ERRORS Select to clear error logs RESET CONSOLE Resets Console to default factory settings UPDATE SW Updates console software from USB Scrolling speed of the display with 1 being SPEED SCROLL the fastest.
MAINTENANCE TOOLS Working on this product will require basic and/or sometimes specialty tools based on the type of service that will be performed at any time. To assist, we recommend having the tools listed available when performing maintenance. Tool Metric Allen Key Set Screwdriver Set, Phillips Multi-Meter Metric Open-Ended Wrench Set...
Inspect the frame for any rust, bubbling, or paint chips during the daily cleaning. The salt in perspiration can damage the unpainted surfaces. Repair the damaged area with a touch-up paint kit purchased from StairMaster® (see Support & Service for order information). Tension to 40-54 in lbs...
SUPPORT & SERVICE For Technical Support, Service, Parts Orders or any Customer Service needs, please contact us direct by phone, email, or through our 24 hour support site: GLOBAL SUPPORT CENTER 4400 NE 77th Avenue, Suite 300 Vancouver, WA 98662 Tel: (360) 326-4090 •...
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PART NUMBER 620-8297, REV F All rights reserved. Star Trac, the Star Trac logo and StairMaster are registered trademarks of Core Health & Fitness, LLC. Schwinn and Nautilus are registered trademarks of Nautilus Inc. used under license to Core Health & Fitness LLC. Throwdown is a registered trademark of Throwdown Industries, LLC.
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