TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT REGISTRATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CU800 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CONSOLE OPERATION PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES HEART RATE PROGRAMS GENERAL MAINTENANCE MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST Thank you for purchasing our product, please save these instructions. Please do not perform or attempt any customizing, adjustments, repair or maintenance that is not described in this manual.
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Congratulations on your new fitness bike and welcome to the Spirit Fitness family! Thank you for your purchase of this quality fitness bike from Spirit Fitness. Your new fitness bike was manufactured by one of the leading fitness manufacturers in the world and is backed by one of the most comprehensive warranties available.
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RECORD YOUR SERIAL NUMBER Please record the serial number of this fitness product in the space provided below. Serial Number: REGISTER YOUR PURCHASE The self-addressed product registration card must be completed in full and returned to Spirit Fitness. You can also go to http://www.spiritfitness.com/commercialwarrantyregistration.html under the Support tab to register online.
IMPORTANT SAFETY Maximum User Weight: 450 lbs • This appliance is not intended for use by persons • INSTRUCTIONS with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, WARNING unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person Before beginning this or any exercise program, •...
specification is 40 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, and humidity is 95% non-condensing (no water drops forming on surfaces). IMPORTANT OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS NEVER operate this fitness bike without reading and completely understanding the results of any operational change • you request from the computer. Understand that changes in resistance do not occur immediately.
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HANDLEBARS CONSOLE CONSOLE FAN PULSE GRIPS DRINK BOTTLE HOLDER CONSOLE MAST CONSOLE MAST COVER SEAT FRONT STABILIZER CRANK ARM LEVELERS PEDALS MAIN FRAME REAR STABILIZER Spirit Fitness...
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CU800 PRE-ASSEMBLY UNPACKING TOOLS INCLUDED: 1. Cut the straps, then along the dotted line on the bottom of the box; 13/15mm Wrench lift the box over the unit and unpack. 12/14mm Wrench Phillips Screwdriver 2. Locate the hardware package. The hardware is separated into four steps.
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CU800 STEP ONE HARDWARE FOR STEP 1 PART TYPE DESCRIPTION 3/8” x 135mm BOLT WASHER ø3/8” x 23 x 2.0T 1. Install the Rear Stabilizer (No.5) onto the Main Frame (No.1) with the 2 Bolts (No.50) and 2 Washers (No.151).
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CU800 STEP TWO HARDWARE FOR STEP 2 PART TYPE DESCRIPTION 5/16”x UNC18 x 5/8” BOLT FLAT WASHER ø8 x ø19 x 1.5T CURVED WASHER ø5/16” x 19 x 1.5T 1. Unravel the Computer Cable (No.29) and snake it through the Console Mast Cover (No.38) and the Console Mast (No.2)
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CU800 STEP THREE HARDWARE FOR STEP 3 PART TYPE DESCRIPTION 5/16”X5/8” BOLT WASHER 5/16”X18” SPLIT WASHER 5/16” 1. Run the 2 Hand Pulse Wires (No.26) and the Computer Cable (No.29) into the hole in the handle bar mounting plate and out through the hole in the console plate.
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CU800 STEP FOUR HARDWARE FOR STEP 4 PART TYPE DESCRIPTION M5 x 12mm SCREW 1. Insert the Computer Cable (No.29) and 2 Hand Pulse Cables (No.26, 28) into the connectors in the back of the Console (No.34). Install the Console (No.34) onto the Console Mast (No.2).
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Scan Button for LED Windows Dot Matrix LED Data Display Message Center Windows Scan Button for Dot Matrix Up, Down, Program Controls Charger Start, Stop, Level Controls www.spiritfitness.com...
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POWER back of the console. The Communication port (COMM) can be used to interact with fitness The bike has a built-in generator for power and software applications. do not need to be plugged into an AC outlet. To power up the bike simply start to pedal, the QUICK START console will turn on automatically.
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10 rows of lights – available for plenty of while in Heart Rate Control. The CU800 will also pick up wireless heart rate transmitters that are variety. The first 10 levels are very easy work- Polar compatible, including coded transmissions.
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pedal speed and a Level window indicating key. If the Stop key is pressed twice during a machine resistance. workout, the program will end and the console will return to the start-up screen. If the Stop key The LED Data Display Windows will initially be button is held down for 3 seconds, the console displaying Distance, Calories, Pulse and Time will perform a complete Reset.
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Your Age is also necessary during the Heart Rate control program to ensure the correct settings are in the program for your Age. Otherwise the work settings could be too high or low for you; entering your Weight aides in calculating a more correct calorie reading. Although we cannot provide an exact calorie count we do want to be as close as possible.
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MANUAL The Manual program works as the name implies, manually. This means that you control the workload yourself and not the computer. To start the Manual program follow the instructions below. 1. Using the Program button choose the Manual program then press the Enter button. 2.
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PRESET PROGRAMS The fitness bike has five different programs that have been designed for a variety of workouts. These five programs have factory preset work level profiles for achieving different goals. HILL This program follows a triangle or pyramid type of gradual progression from approximately 10% of maximum effort (the level that Hill you chose before starting this program) up to a maximum effort which...
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INTERVAL This program takes you through high levels of intensity followed by recovery periods of low intensity. This program utilizes and develops Interv your “Fast Twitch” muscle fibers which are used when performing tasks that are intense and short in duration. These deplete your oxygen level and spike your heart rate, followed by periods of recovery and heart rate drop to replenish oxygen.
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Fat Burn Up/Down Scan key next to the LED Data Display Windows. 8. When the program ends the Dot Matrix Message Center and LED Data Display Windows will show a summary of your workout. The summary will be displayed for a short time then the console will return to the start-up display. HIIT PROGRAM Cardio The HIIT, or High Intensity Interval Training, program takes advantage of the latest trend in fitness.
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CONSTANT POWER PROGRAM A Watts program is a controllable constant power whose Level adjusts when the speed is changed. To start the Constant Power program follow the instructions below. 1. Using the Program button choose the Constant Power program, then press the Enter button. 2.
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CUSTOM PROGRAM You can build your own custom program by following the instructions below. 1. Using the Program button choose Custom program then press the Enter button to begin programming 2. Enter your name in the Dot Matrix Message Center, the letter “A” will be blinking. Use the Up/Down buttons to select the appropriate first letter of your name (pressing the UP button will switch to the letter “B”;...
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FITNESS TEST PROGRAM The VO2 program is based on the YMCA protocol and is a sub-maximal test that uses pre-determined, fixed work levels that are based on your heart rate readings as the test progresses. The test will take anywhere between 6 to 15 minutes to complete, depending on your level of fitness. The test ends when your heart rate reaches 85% of maximum at any time during the test or your heart rate is between 110 bpm and 85% at the end of two consecutive stages.
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WORKLOAD CHART FOR FEMALE OR DE-CONDITIONED MALE FITNESS TEST PROGRAMMING 1. Using the Program button choose the Fitness Test program and press Enter. 2. The Dot Matrix Message Center will display Gender. Use the Up and Down arrows if you need to change, then press Enter.
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Before The Test: Make sure you are in good health; check with your physician before beginning a new exercise routine, especially if you are over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health conditions. Make sure you have warmed up and stretched before taking the test. ...
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poor 30-36 30-34 26-30 25-28 22-25 20-21 very poor <30 <30 <26 <25 <22 <20 What Your Score Means: VO2MAX CHART FOR MALES AND VERY FIT FEMALES VO2MAX CHART FOR FEMALES AND DE-CONDITIONED MALES 18-25 26-35 36-45 46-55 56-65 18-25 26-35 36-45 46-55...
HEART RATE PROGRAMS The old motto, “no pain, no gain”, is a myth that has been overpowered by the benefits of exercising comfortably. A great deal of this success has been promoted by the use of heart rate monitors. With the proper use of a heart rate monitor, many people find that their usual choice of exercise intensity was either too high or too low and exercise is much more enjoyable by maintaining their heart rate in the desired benefit range.
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If you enter your age during programming the console will perform this calculation automatically. Entering your age is used for the Heart Rate programs. After calculating your MHR you can decide upon which goal you would like to pursue. The two most popular reasons for, or goals, of exercise are cardiovascular fitness (training for the heart and lungs) and weight control.
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HEART RATE PROGRAM OPERATION Heart rate information is read wireless chest strap. To start the HR program, follow the directions in the Dot Matrix Message Center. 1. Using the Program button choose the HR program (65% or 80% )then press the Enter key. 2.
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RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION There are more variables involved in how hard you should workout than just heart rate. Your stress level, physical health, emotional health, temperature, humidity, the time of day, the last time you ate and what you ate, all contribute to the intensity at which you should workout. The rate of perceived exertion (RPE), also know as the Borg scale, was developed by Swedish physiologist G.A.V.
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WEARING THE CHEST STRAP (SOLD SEPARATELY) 1. Attach the transmitter to the elastic strap using the interlocking button. 2. Adjust the strap as tightly as possible while ensuring it is still comfortable. 3. Position the transmitter with the logo centered in the middle of your torso facing away from your chest (some people must position the transmitter slightly left of center).
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ERRATIC OPERATION Caution! Do not use this fitness bike for Heart Rate programs unless a steady, solid Actual Heart Rate value is being displayed. High, wild, random numbers being displayed indicate a problem. Areas to look for interference which may cause erratic heart rate: 1.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE 1. Wipe down all areas in the sweat path with a damp cloth after each workout. 2. If a squeak, thump, clicking or rough feeling develops the main cause is most likely one of two reasons: a. The hardware was not sufficiently tightened during assembly. All bolts that were installed during assembly need to be tightened as much as possible.
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- EFFECTIVE MARCH 27, 2020 FITNESS BIKE WARRANTY Spirit Fitness warrants all its fitness bike parts for a period of time listed below from the date of retail sale, as determined by sale receipt, or in the absence of a sales receipt eighteen (18) months from the original factory shipping date. Spirit Fitness’...
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EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not cover the following: 1. CONSEQUENTIAL, COLLATERAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
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SERVICE Keep your bill of sale. Twelve (12) months from the date on the bill of sale or eighteen (18) months from the date of factory shipping as determined by the serial number establishes the labor warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This written warranty gives you specific legal rights.
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