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Integrity Series Recumbent
Lifecycle® Exercise Bike (CLSR)
Operation Manual
M051-00K39-0194 REV B

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  • Page 1 Integrity Series Recumbent Lifecycle® Exercise Bike (CLSR) Operation Manual M051-00K39-0194 REV B...
  • Page 2 Marketing/Sales Email: Operating Hours: 9.00h-17.00h (JAPAN) Service Email: kundenberatung@lifefitness.com customersupport@lifefitness.com China and Hong Kong Operating Hours: 08:30-16.30.h (MEZ) Life Fitness Asia Pacific LTD Sales/Marketing Email: commercialsales@lifefitness.com Spain Room 2610, Miramar Tower Life Fitness IBERIA Operating Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm (CST) 132 Nathan Road ______________________________________ C/Frederic Mompou 5,1º1ª...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    9 Warranty © 2015 Life Fitness, A division of Brunswick Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Life Fitness is a registered trademark of Brunswick Corporation. Fitlinxx is a trademark of Fitlinxx, Inc. Polar is a registered trademark of Polar Electro, Inc., Inc. Gym Wipes® is a registered trademark of The 2XL Corporation.
  • Page 4 Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE operation manual and ALL installation instructions. It describes equipment setup and instructs members on how to use it correctly and safely. Avant d’utiliser ce produit, il est indispensable de lire ce manuel d’utilisation dans son INTÉGRALITÉ, ainsi que TOUTES les instructions d’installations.
  • Page 5 Integrity Series Recumbent Lifecycle® Exercise Bike (CLSR) See “Specifications” in this manual for product specific features. Statement of Purpose: The Life Fitness Recumbent Bike is a machine that simulates the movements of riding a bicycle at various speeds and levels of resistance.

  • Page 6: Important Safey Instructions

    Do not stand or sit on plastic shrouds. • Never operate a LIFE FITNESS product if it has a damaged power cord or electrical plug, or if it has been dropped, dam- aged, or even partially immersed in water. Contact LIFE FITNESS Customer Support Services.
  • Page 7 Ne pas se tenir debout ou s’asseoir sur les protections en plastique. • Ne jamais faire fonctionner un produit LIFE FITNESS dont la fiche ou le cordon d’alimentation est endommagé, ni aucun appareil qui serait tombé ou aurait été endommagé ou même partiellement plongé dans l’eau. Appeler le service clientèle de LIFE FITNESS.

  • Page 8: Setup

    See Section 4, Specifications, for the dimensions of the footprint. Allow 1 foot of clearance in front of the Life Fitness Recumbent Bike to allow for movement of the pedal levers and at least 2 ft. (0.6 m) on the side. It should be easy to mount the Life Fitness Recumbent Bike from the side.
  • Page 9 Using the Power Assist Option (CLSR) The Lifecycle exercise bike’s optional Power Assist feature makes it possible for the console to be powered by an exter- nal electrical source, eliminating the need to pedal at a minimum speed to supply constant power to the console. With this option, users who wish to ride the bike for rehabilitative exercise may pedal at a rate below the minimum without losing console power.
  • Page 10 MESSAGE CENTER should display a prompt to set up a workout. If this does not occur, mount the Life Fitness Recumbent Bike and begin pedaling. The console should then light up, making it possible to program a workout.

  • Page 11: Console Overlay And Activity Zone

    Console Overlay 2.1 Console Overlay The computerized display console on the Recumbent Bike allows the user to tailor a workout to personal fitness abili- ties and goals and to monitor progress. With this easy-to-use console, the user can track fitness improvement from one workout to another.

  • Page 12: Console Overlay And Activity Zone Descriptions

    2.2 Console Overlay Description WORKOUT PROFILE window: This window displays shapes, made of columns of lights, that represent the levels of intensity in a workout-in-progress. The height of the first column on the left side of the window is proportional to the current level of intensity. During a FAT BURN, CARDIO, HEART RATE HILL, HEART RATE INTERVAL, or EXTREME HEART RATE workout, which requires the use of a Polar®...
  • Page 13 “SELECT WORKOUT OR PRESS QUICK START”. If no key is pressed for 15 seconds and the user stops pedaling, the console shuts down again. Note: The Life Fitness Bike’s AutoStart feature also activates the console when the user steps on the pedals and begins pedaling.
  • Page 14 Note: These keys are NOT used for workout program data entry. M1 NUMERIC KEYS: Press these keys to enter channels. M2 CC: Use this key to enable the Closed Caption Choice. M3 LAST: Press this key to see the last channel viewed. M4 ENTER: Use this key to enter entertainment selections.

  • Page 15: Reading Rack And Accessory Trays

    2.3 Reading Rack and Accessory Trays The water bottle holder (A) provides easy storage for water bottles. The accessory tray (B), which is mounted near the base of the console, provides a storage tray with space for items such as personal stereos and cell phones. Addition- ally, an integrated reading rack (C) for allowing a book or magazine is located at the base of the upper panel of the console.

  • Page 16: Heart Rate Zone Training

    Research shows that maintaining a specific heart rate while exercising is the optimal way to monitor the intensity of a workout and to achieve maximum results. That is the idea behind the Life Fitness Heart Rate Zone Training® approach to exercise.

  • Page 17: Heart Rate Monitoring

    3.2 Heart Rate Monitoring The Lifepulse™ Digital Heart Rate Monitoring System The patented Lifepulse system sensors are the built-in heart rate monitoring system on the Life Fitness Recumbent Bike. For the most accurate reading possible, during a workout: • Grasp the sensors (A) firmly.
  • Page 18 The Optional Polar® Telemetry Heart Rate Chest Strap The Life Fitness Recumbent Bike is equipped with Polar® telemetry, a heart rate monitoring system in which electrodes, pressed against the skin, transfer heart rate signals to the Recumbent Bike console. These electrodes are attached to a chest strap that the user wears during the workout.

  • Page 19: Workouts

    Workouts 4.1 Workout Overview he following workouts are pre-programmed for the Lifecycle Bike. QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising. After the QUICK START key is pressed, a constant-level workout begins. The intensity level does not change automatically.
  • Page 20 Lifepulse™ sensors continuously. The following workouts are accessed by pressing the PERSONAL TRAINER key: LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST estimates cardiovascular fitness and can be used to monitor improvements in endurance every 4-6 weeks. MILITARY FITNESS TEST is similar to the FIT TEST workout, except that this program is based upon a specific predefined protocol.

  • Page 21: Using The Workouts

    TO BEGIN A WORKOUT To mount the Life Fitness Recumbent Bike, grasp the handles and carefully step on the pedals. To dismount, step off the pedals while still holding the handles. Then let go of the handles.
  • Page 22 SELECTING AND ADJUSTING THE INTENSITY LEVEL When prompted by the message center, use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the displayed intensity level or target heart rate to the desired value (or key in the desired value with the numeric keypad) and press ENTER. Adjust the level as needed or desired during the workout.
  • Page 23 Begin the workout. SELECTING A WORKOUT MODE Two workout mode options on the Life Fitness Recumbent Bike feature alternate ways to vary workouts. • Bike Mode: This workout mode simulates the experience of riding a real bicycle. The rate of calories burned and total distance travelled increase automatically as the user increases the pedaling speed.
  • Page 24 Enter Jog Speed Enter Target Heart Rate Begin workout Begin workout Enter Speed Begin Workout Air Force PRT Life Fitness Fit Test Press personal trainer repeatedly Press FIT TEST Hill until air force PRT appears; repeatedly until Press HILL press ENTER FIT TEST = 5 MIN appears;...

  • Page 25: Workout Descriptions

    4.3 Workout Descriptions QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising and bypasses the steps of selecting a specific workout program. The intensity level for the workout is set automatically and remains the same unless manually changed. To change the level, use the LEVEL arrow keys or use the NUMERIC KEYPAD to enter a higher or lower level number.
  • Page 26 HILL The Life Fitness-patented HILL workout offers a variety of configurations for interval training. Intervals are periods of intense cardiovascular exercise separated by regular periods of lower-intensity exercise. The WORKOUT PROFILE win- dow represents these high and low intervals as columns of illuminated LEDs, which together have the appearance of hills and valleys.
  • Page 27 HEART RATE HILL™ This program combines the standard HILL workout profile with the concept of Heart Rate Zone Training. The default target heart rate is calculated as 80% of the theoretical maximum (HRmax), but the user can adjust the target rate dur- ing the workout setup.
  • Page 28 HEART RATE INTERVAL™ This program also combines the standard HILL workout profile with the concept of Heart Rate Zone Training. The default target heart rate is calculated as 80% of the theoretical maximum (HRmax), but the user can adjust the target rate during the workout setup.
  • Page 29 EXTREME HEART RATE™ This intense, varied workout is designed to help more experienced users to break through fitness improvement pla- teaus. The workout alternates between two target heart rates as quickly as possible. The effect is similar to that of run- ning sprints.
  • Page 30 This workout targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of Watts. A Watt is a unit of power that measures the amount of mechanical work required to operate a device, such as a Lifecycle exercise bike. It is roughly equal to .25 calories per hour.
  • Page 31 FIT TEST The Recumbent Bike FIT TEST program is another exclusive feature of this versatile Recumbent Bike. The Fit Test work- out estimates cardiovascular fitness and can be used to monitor improvements in endurance every four to six weeks. The user must grasp the hand sensors (if equipped) when prompted, or wear a Polar telemetry heart rate chest strap as the test score calculation is based on a heart rate reading.
  • Page 32 <20 Life Fitness developed this rating scale based on VO 2 max percentile distributions referenced in American College of Sports Medi- cine’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (8th E. 2010). It is designed to provide a qualitative description of a user’s VO 2...

  • Page 33: Personal Trainer Workouts

    MILITARY FITNESS TEST The Lifecycle Exercise Bike features an Air Force Physical Readiness Tests (PRT). This test is similar to the fit test workout, except that it does not have a preset time goal. The Air Force PRT is located in the Personal Trainer Workouts.

  • Page 34: Logging On To The Network

    ENTER. Cool Down Life Fitness’ unique Cool Down Protocol automatically customizes every cool down based on each user’s workout performance. Workout performance factors such as speed, incline, duration and heart rate determine the duration and intensity of the cool down.

  • Page 35: Wireless Connectivity

    WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY Connect Integrity Series cardio equipment to LFconnect.com to offer workout tracking for exercisers ƒ obtain equipment usage information ƒ QR/NFC Label 1. Download the LFconnect Install App. A link can be found at www.lftechsupport.com. Note: Requires an Apple or Android device with a data connection and an LFconnect account. 2.

  • Page 36: System Menu

    System Menu A special system menu is available to Managers and other authorized personnel to allow access to certain Information, diagnostics tests and configuration settings. 6.1 Entering and Using the Service Menu The System Menu consists of 3 submenus including the Information submenu, Diagnostic submenu and Configuration submenu.

  • Page 37: Manager's Configuration (Optional Settings)

    This setting allows control over the console earphone TV Gain volume range for the Life Fitness Attachable TV Source. The range of settings are from 0 (Low) to 7 (High). If this option is enabled, the FITNESS TEST AIR FORCE...
  • Page 38 User Language Select If enabled, this option allows users to select the language by which to interact with the unit during a workout. To enable the User Language Select option, enter the Manager’s Configuration (Optional Settings). Using the TIME UP / DOWN ARROW keys, scroll to language sel. Once language sel appears in the MESSAGE CENTER, press any of the INCLINE or SPEED UP/DOWN ARROW keys to toggle the mode from OFF to ON.

  • Page 39: Service And Technical Data

    Service and Technical Data 7.1 Preventive Maintenance Tips Life Fitness products are backed by the engineering excellence and reliability of Life Fitness and are one of the most rugged and trouble-free pieces of exercise equipment on the market today. NOTE: Safety of the equipment can be maintained only if the equipment is examined regularly for damage or wear.
  • Page 40 7.2 Preventive Maintenance Schedule Item Weekly Monthly Bi-Annually Console Overlays Clean Inspect Bottle Holders / Accessory Trays Clean Inspect Console Mounting Bolts Inspect Frame / Seat Post Clean Inspect Plastic Covers Clean Inspect Inspect Lifepulse Sensors Clean / Inspect Pedals/Straps Clean Inspect Hardware...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting The Optional Polar® Telemetry Heart Rate Chest Strap

    7.3 Troubleshooting the Optional Polar® Telemetry Heart Rate Chest Strap Malfunction Probable Cause Corrective Action Use of personal electronic devices, such as cell phones and portable MP3 players, causes external noise Heart rate reading is interference. initially detected and Remove the source of noise functioning or reposition the exercise Equipment is in close proximity...
  • Page 42 (1 meter) of the heart rate (1 meter) of the heart rate receiver. receiver. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services for in- Polar telemetry heart rate chest structions on how to have the Polar telemetry heart rate Heart rate reading is er-...

  • Page 43: How To Obtain Product Service / Serial Number Location

    7.5 Recycling the Battery When this Life Fitness product is about to be discarded at the end of its useful life, the rechargeable battery must first be removed and recycled. If an optional external power supply is present, it must be disconnected before the battery is removed.

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Workouts, goals, & modes: Quick Start, Manual, Cardio, Fat Burn, Heart Rate Hill™, Heart Rate Interval™, Extreme Heart Rate™, Random, Hill, Time-based Goal, Life Fitness Fit Test, Air Force PRT, Cool Down Mode, Speed Training, Around the World, Cascades, Foothills,...

  • Page 45: Warranty

    10 days after discovery of the defect; if instructed, other rights which vary from state to state. return any defective part for replacement or, ifnecessary, the entire Product for repair. Life Fitness reserves the right to decide whether or not a product is to be returned for repair.

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