Summary of Contents for Healthrider 9.5 Ex Crosstrainer El Elliptical
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CAUTION Visit our website at Read all precautions and instruc- www.healthrider.com tions in this manual before using this equipment. Keep this manual new products, prizes, for future reference. fitness tips, and much more!
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau- tions before using the elliptical exerciser. 1. Read all instructions in this manual and all 10. Keep your back straight when using the ellip- warnings on the elliptical exerciser before tical exerciser;...
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the new HEALTHRIDER note the product model number and serial number ® EX Cross Trainer elliptical exerciser. The 9.5 EX before contacting us. The model number is Cross Trainer elliptical exerciser is an incredibly HREL8906.0.
ASSEMBLY To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser, call toll-free 1-800-445-2480. Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the two included hex keys, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , two adjustable wrenches...
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1. Remove the Pivot Arms (not shown) and the plastic inserts from the Left and Right Uprights (4, 3). Pull Identify the Left Upright (4) and hold it near the Frame (1). Connect the Extension Wire Harness (76) to the Lower Wire Harness (77).
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3. Slide an M8 x 28mm Washer (99) onto an M8 x 20mm Button Screw (113). Tighten the Button Screw into one end of the Incline Axle (40). Apply a small amount of the included grease to the Incline Axle. Orient the Ramp (5) so that the straight end is in the position shown.
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6. Apply a small amount of grease to the axle on each Pivot Shaft (15). Hold a Pedal Wheel (35) inside of the bracket on the end of the Right Pedal Arm (11). Next, insert a Pivot Shaft (15) through the holes in the end of the Right Pedal Arm and the Pedal Wheel as indicated.
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8. Apply a thin film of the included high-temperature lubri- cant to both Pivot Shafts (15). Identify the Right Handlebar (9), which is marked with a sticker. Apply a small amount of grease to the axle 100 99 on the Right Handlebar, to the Pivot Arm Cover (64), and to the Inner Upright Cover (63).
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent This product ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. must be Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in Grounded Outlet Box...
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM Matrix Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it before using the console. FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE you can connect the elliptical exerciser to your portable stereo, home stereo, computer, or VCR and play spe- The advanced console offers a selection of features cial iFIT.com MP3, CD, and video programs (iFIT.com designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and...
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track representing 1/4 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE mile. As you exercise, the indicators around the track will light in Press any button on the console or begin succession until the pedaling to turn on the console. entire track is lit. The track will then darken Make sure that the power cord is properly and the indicators will again begin to light in suc-...
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The right display— If your heart rate is not shown, make sure that The right display will your hands are positioned as described. Be care- show the approxi- ful not to move your hands excessively or to mate number of squeeze the metal contacts too tightly.
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pace. When the words “Too Fast” appear, HOW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM decrease your pace. When the words “On Pace” appear, your pace matches the pace setting for the current segment. Press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console.
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Adjust the angle of the ramp as desired. HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM See step 4 on page 12. Each heart rate program helps you to keep your heart rate near a target heart rate setting during your work- Monitor your progress with the displays.
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Press the Start button to start the program. Important: The target heart rate settings are intended only to provide motivation. Your actual heart rate may be slower than the tar- Each heart rate program is divided into one- minute segments. One target heart rate setting is get heart rate settings.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO HOW TO CONNECT THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER TO USE IFIT.COM PROGRAMS Note: If your stereo has an RCA-type AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If your stereo has a 1/8” LINE OUT jack, see instruction B. If your To use iFIT.com MP3 or CD programs, the elliptical stereo has only a PHONES jack, see instruction C.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Note: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, A. Plug one end of a long 1/8” to 1/8” stereo audio see instruction A below. If the LINE OUT jack is cable (available at electronics stores) into either being used, see instruction B.
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AUDIO OUT RIGHT HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR B. Plug one end of a long 1/8” to RCA stereo audio LEFT cable (available at electronics stores) into either Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, jack on the console. Plug the other end of the cable see instruction A below.
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The program will function in almost the same way HOW TO USE AN IFIT.COM MP3, CD, OR as a preset program (see step 3 on page 14). VIDEO PROGRAM However, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the resistance setting and/or pace set- ting is about to change.
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Follow the on-line instructions to start the HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM program. OUR WEB SITE When you start the program, an on-screen count- down will begin. Our Web site at www.iFIT.com allows you to play iFIT.com programs directly from the internet. To use Return to the elliptical exerciser and begin programs from our Web site, the elliptical exerciser pedaling.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the elliptical HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER exerciser regularly. Replace any worn parts immedi- ately. Stand in front of the elliptical exerciser, hold the frame firmly, and place one foot against the ramp in the For smooth location shown below.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES WARNING: During the first few minutes of exercise, your body uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for ener- gy. Only after the first few minutes of exercise does Before beginning this or any exercise pro- your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. gram, consult your physician.
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SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible.
PART LIST—Model No. HREL8906.0 R0706A Qty. Description Qty. Description Qty. Description Frame Resistance Motor M6 x 38mm Bolt Rear Stabilizer Power Board Cover Magnet Bracket Bolt Right Upright Power Board M4 x 16mm Screw Left Upright Power Board M6 x 8mm Button Ramp Bracket Screw...
• the MODEL NUMBER of the product (HREL8906.0) • the NAME of the product (HEALTHRIDER 9.5 EX Cross Trainer elliptical exerciser) • the SERIAL NUMBER of the product (see the front cover of this manual) •...