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  • Page 1 $R23/SB13 EXERCISE BIKE OWNER'S MANUAL SB13 Upright SR23 Recumbent...
  • Page 2 CONGRATULAT_ONS_ Thank you for making the Schwinn ® bike a part of your exercise and fitness activities. For years to come, you'll be able to rely on Schwinn @ craftsmanship and durability as you pursue your personal fitness goals. This Schwinn ® bike should enable you to shape and monitor your workouts to:...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ..........Safety Warning Labels ............Features .................... Operation ................... How to use the Schwinn ® exercise bike ......How to use the Schwinn ® exercise bike computer ..12 Maintenance ..................Moving your Schwinn ® exercise bike ......30 Leveling your Schwinn G exercise bike ......

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    _IVIPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS The following definition applies to the word "Warning" found throughout this manual: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if I not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. PRIOR TO USING THIS EQUIPMENT, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS: complete 1.

  • Page 5: Safety Warning Labels

    SAFETY WARNING LABELS BEFORE USINGYOURPRODUCT:Thefollowing safety warnings are located in site-specific areas on the Schwinn Exercise Bike Models SB13 and SR23. Please read all safety precautions and warning information prior to using your product. Be sure to replace any warning label if damaged, illegible or missing.
  • Page 6 Model SR23 Serial #...
  • Page 8 ® BMOFiT COMFORT SYSTEM The unique and revolutionary Schwinn ® BioFit Comfort System is designed specifically to ensure that each point of contact and user-interface with the bike provides the user with proper ergonomic and bio-mechanical positioning, superior comfort, the ultimate in functionality, and is fully cus- tomizable to fit each user's unique and specific needs.
  • Page 9 Grip heart rate for monitoring your workouts u The Schwinn ® BioFit recumbent frame is a user- friendly design that enables you to easily get on and off the bike without having to step over a high seat rail.

  • Page 10: How To Use The Schwinn ® Exercise Bike

    HOWTO USE THE SCHW_NN ® EXERCISE B_KE m Seat adiustment Proper seat adjustment helps ensure maximum exercise efficiency and com- fort, while reducing the risk ef injury. 1. Place one pedal in the forward position and center the ball of yeur feet over the center ef the pedal.
  • Page 11 mConsole Adjustment The u pright and recumbent bikes both f eature atilt-adjustable console that enables you tocustomize your own viewing angle. To adjust the console tiltposition, loosen the knob, move t he console teone ofthe three a vailable tiltpositions and re-tighten. n Resistance adjustment Using t heconsole, you have c ontrol over t helevels o fresistance integrat-...

  • Page 12: How To Use The Schwinn ® Exercise Bike Computer

    HOWTO USETHE SCHW_NN ® EXERCISE B_KE COMPUTER Using the Computer Your Schwinn ® bike is equipped with a versatile computer console which includes: Quick Start 1 Manual program 10 Profile programs 3 Heart Rate Control programs 2 Custom user-defined programs...
  • Page 13 Computer Features m LCD DispJay The large LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen located in the center of the console is your information center. This display is divided into sections that provide information about your workout and any preset information you may have input into the computer.
  • Page 14 USING THE SB13/SR23 COMPUTER m LCD Display Descriptions TIME Displays the workoutTIME. TheTIME will count down from the TIME you entered when beginning the program and shows theTIME remaining for your workout. INTERVAL TIME Displays the INTERVALTIME. The INTERVALTIME will count down showing the TIME...

  • Page 15: Features

    Press ENTER and then the software version will display. Press ENTER again to exit the Information Mode and the computer will bring you to the "ENTER PROGRAM" mode. m Grip Heart Rate This Schwinn ® bike is equipped with grip heart rate sensors located the handlebars. You must contact these...
  • Page 16 SOFTWARE FEATURES Qu}ck Start: This is a "one-touch" way of starting the Manual Program. 1 Manuat Program: You manually adjust the resistance level during your workout to make the pro- gram easier or more challenging. 10 ProfiJe programs: The computer offers a variety of fun and exciting profile programs to keep you motivated and on track to achieving your fitness goals: Profile Program 1...
  • Page 17 2 Custom User-defined Programs These programs enable you to set up, store into memory and then work out in 2 different course profiles that you customize. TimeTriaJ This program enables you to work out against a "pacer" to determine how long it takes you to cover a preset distance.
  • Page 18 Calorie GoaJ: The Calorie Goal feature lets you select an amount of Calories you would like to burn during your workout. When selecting "CALORIE GOAl", use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the amount of Calories you wish to "burn" from 10 to 990. Each increment will change the Calories by 10.
  • Page 19 rate, When both of these situations occur, then the console will perform the Recovery Test. The console will show "01:00 STOP" and the time will begin to count down. Stop exercising but continue to grip the heart rate sensors. After 5 seconds, the display will show "00:55 RELAX"...
  • Page 20 your w orkout. The display willshow "PRESS RESULT OR PRESS START". Then if you press the RESULTS button the computer will show your workout results and end the program, or if you press START / PAUSE the computer will resume the program where you left off. In Results Mode the console will display: "GREAT JOB"...
  • Page 21 mis-readings and interference. You may, from time to time find inconsistencies with the heart rate display on your display console. There are many external factors that can affect the heart rate display. Some factors that influence the reliability of the heart rate signal include the environment where...
  • Page 22 COI_JSOLE O PERATIOI_J m Console Operation - Quick Start QUICK START: Press QUICK START to take you immediately to the Manual program. Resistance level will be Level 1. Time will start from 00:00 and count Chan_ Levels: You can increase or decrease the resistance level by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons at any time.

  • Page 23: Operation

    Changj_ng Levels: You can increase or decrease the resistance level by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons at any time. To STOP or PAUSE the program: Press the START / PAUSE button to stop or pause your workout. The display will show "PRESS RESULT OR PRESS START': Then if you press the RESULTS button the computer will show your workout results and end the program, or if you press START / PAUSE the computer will resume the program where you left off.
  • Page 24 Select Program: Press any button to power up the console and "ENTER PROGRM" appears in the alphanumeric display. To access the heart rate con- trol programs, scroll through the display by using the UP or DOWN buttons until you reach "H R C" then press ENTER. Enter AgAL: You will then be prompted in the alphanumeric display to "ENTER AGE".
  • Page 25 ChangjB_g Levels: You can only increase or decrease the resistance level by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons when in the first interval column which is the "warm-up column': This enables you to set your starting warm-up level. A longer warm-up at lower resistance can burn more Calories than a shorter warm-up at higher resistance.
  • Page 26 Start: You will then be prompted in the alphanumeric display to "PRESS START". Depending on your choice when entering "CUSTOM PROGS", "CUSTOM 01" or "CUSTOM 02" will display confirming your selection. You can now begin exercising, set up, or change your custom program. To set up a custom _ram: You can set up your custom program...
  • Page 27 ChangL_g_ Levels: You can increase or decrease the resistance level by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons atanytime. Changing levels in this program is like changing gears on a bike. To increase or decrease your speed use the UP and DOWN buttons. END OF PROGRAM: The program ends when you complete your preset distance.
  • Page 28 another person's score. T his is because thetestprotocol only"estimates" your " Maximum Heart R ate." ***Please note: The FitnessTest program is a special program that requires un-interrupted exercise. After the initial FitnessTest program set-up, certain button functions become inoperative after starting the program: UP or DOWN buttons START / PAUSE button RESULTS button...
  • Page 29 ChangLng Levels: You can increase or decrease the resistance level by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons at any time. To STOP or PAUSE the_ram: Press the START / PAUSE button to pause your workout. The display will show "PRESS RESULT OR PRESS START".

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    Inspect the bike before each use. Replace all parts at the first sign of wear or damage. Call your authorized Schwinn ® Fitness products distributor if you have any questions on the proper use or maintenance of this equipment or contact Nautilus, Inc.

  • Page 31: Fitness Guidel}Nes

    FITNESS GUmDELINES m E×erc}se and Health It is not a secret that lack ef exercise is increasingly becoming a major health issue. Obesity is on the rise, and being overweight can centribute to an increased risk in heart attack, diabetes, high blood pressure and ether life threatening illnesses. Most peeple do net get enough activity during the day to make up for the time they spend at their desks, driving their cars or sitting in front of their televisions.

  • Page 32: Steps To Getting Started

    STEPS TO GETTING STARTED Once you have made the commitment to start exercising at home, here are some suggestions that may help you stay motivated. The first step is the most difficult. Any new habit is difficult to establish at first, but it can be done.

  • Page 33: Components Of Fitness

    For example, you might try using your Schwinn® exercise bicycle for a sched- uled, moderate level workout for 20 - 30 minutes...

  • Page 34: Flexibility

    Wehave learned through a variety ofstudies t hat t hose individuals whojust train aerobically (without strength training) domaintain their c ardiovascular endurance over t heyears, butthey generally lose lean muscle m ass a sthey getolder. H owever, those individuals whocombine s trength t raining a ndcar- diovascular training c anmaintain theirlean body mass a sthey getolder.

  • Page 35: Nutrition

    NUTRMTION Of course, every good health and fitness program will also include a good nutrition component. Good nutrition is likely the most important factor in maintaining ideal body weight and managing weight loss. There are a variety of schools of thought regarding which nutrition program, diet or eating plan is best.

  • Page 36: Monitoring Your Intensity

    MONiTOi_mNG YOUR U_,JTENS_TY When you are doing cardiovascular workouts, it is important that you work at the appropriate intensities when you are first starting out. It is also impor- tant that you workout at a variety of intensities after you have built a fitness base.
  • Page 37 shown the best way to do this is not to establish heart rate numbers based upon age, but rather based upon how you feel. The following chart will allow you to log your heart rate numbers based upon how you feel when working out.

  • Page 38: Beating The Dropout Odds

    BEATING THE DROPOUT ODDS The Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health summarizes a few main points: Regular physical activity offers substantial improvements in health and well-being for a majority of Americans. If you exercise regularly, you'll reduce your risk of heart attack, cancer, diabetes,...

  • Page 39: Suggested Readings

    so that you keep your interest high and your boredom low. The bottom line is you must be creative and innovative to keep up your fitness program. With some imagination and planning, it is easy to do. Exercise is one of life's joys. It energizes you, helps you look and feel better and puts you on the road to better...

  • Page 41: Workout Log

    SCHW_NI_J® EXERCISE B_KE WORKOUT Keeping a log of your workouts is a good way to track your progress toward your goals and is an excellent visual indicator of your increased level of physical fitness. A workout log is also an outstanding tool to help keep you motivated! Seeing your weekly, monthly or even yearly accomplishments...

  • Page 43: Limited Warranty

    LmiVliTED WARRAI_JTY Ol_J EXERCISE EQLIIPIVlEI_JT Frem the date of purchase for the time periods listed below, the fellewing parts will be replaced free of charge if they are defective in material or workmanship. After the six menths from the date of purchase, you pay the labor cost to have them installed.

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