Epic 420 R Bike User Manual page 16

If the second heart rate program is selected,
the target heart rate setting for the entire program
will flash in the right display, followed by the let-
ters "PLS." If desired, press the + or – button to
change the target heart rate setting (see EXER-
CISE INTENSITY on page 18). Then, press the
Enter button.
Hold the handgrip pulse sensor.
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To use a heart rate program, you must use the
handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse
sensor. If you use the handgrip pulse sensor, it is
not necessary to hold the handgrip pulse sensor
continuously during the program; however, you
should hold the handgrip pulse sensor frequently
for the program to function properly. Each time
you hold the handgrips, keep your hands on
the metal contacts for at least 30 seconds.
Note: When you are not holding the handgrips,
the letters "PLS" will appear in the right display
instead of your heart rate.
Press the Program Start button or begin
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pedaling to start the program.
The first heart rate program is divided into 30
one-minute segments. One target heart rate set-
ting is programmed for each segment. Note: The
same target heart rate setting may be pro-
grammed for two or more consecutive segments.
The target heart
rate setting for the
first segment will
be shown in the
flashing Current
Segment column
of the matrix. The
target heart rate
settings for the next several segments will be
shown in the columns to the right.
When only three seconds remain in the first seg-
ment of the program, both the Current Segment
column and the column to the right will flash, a
series of tones will sound, and all target heart
rate settings will move one column to the left. The
target heart rate setting for the second segment
will then be shown in the flashing Current
Segment column.
Current Segment
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The second heart rate program is divided into
40 one-minute segments. The same target heart
rate setting is programmed for all segments.
Note: For a shorter workout, stop exercising or
select a different program before the program
ends.
During both heart rate programs, the console
will regularly compare your heart rate to the tar-
get heart rate setting. If your heart rate is too far
below or above the target heart rate setting, the
resistance of the pedals will automatically
increase or decrease to bring your heart rate
closer to the target heart rate setting.
After the first
minute of the pro-
gram, the Target
RPM bar will
prompt you to
maintain a constant
pedaling pace.
When one of the "too slow" arrows lights,
increase your pace. When one of the "too fast"
indicators lights, decrease your pace. When one
of the center indicators lights, maintain your cur-
rent pace. Important: The Target RPM bar is
intended only to provide a goal. Make sure to
pedal at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Note: During the program, you can manually over-
ride the resistance setting, if desired, by pressing
the Resistance buttons. However, when the con-
sole compares your heart rate to the target heart
rate setting, the resistance of the pedals may
automatically increase or decrease to bring your
heart rate closer to the target heart rate setting.
Monitor your progress with the displays.
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See step 4 on page 12.
Turn on the fan if desired.
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See step 6 on page 13.
When the program is finished, the console
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will automatically turn off.
See step 7 on page 13.