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USERʼS MANUAL Model No. HF-XT9800-E.0 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, please see HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on the back cover of this manual.
Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The decal(s) may not be shown at actual size. HOTEL FITNESS is a registered trademark of Hotel Fitness Club, Inc. FREEMOTION is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical exerciser before using your elliptical exerciser. Hotel Fitness and FreeMotion Fitness assume no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
HF-XT9800-E elliptical exerciser. The cover of this manual. To help us assist you, note the ® HF-XT9800-E elliptical exerciser provides an impres- product number and serial number before contacting sive selection of features designed to make your us. The model number and the location of the serial workouts at home more effective and enjoyable.
ASSEMBLY 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 included tool(s), assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver , an adjustable wrench , and a rubber mallet...
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To make assembly easier, read the information on page 5 before you begin. Orient the Shield Cover (39) and the Upright (2) as shown. Slide the Shield Cover upward onto the Upright. While a second person holds the Upright (2) near the Frame (1), insert the wire harness upward through the Upright.
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3. Identify the Right Frame Cover (8), and orient it as shown. Attach the Right Frame Cover (8) to the Frame (1) with two M6 x 20mm Screws (68) and an M6 x 13mm Screw (84). Attach the Left Frame Cover (not shown) in the same way.
5. Identify the Right Handlebar (35), which is marked with an “R” sticker. Apply a generous amount of the included fas- tener adhesive to two M8 x 30mm Screws (65). Then, attach the Right Handlebar (35) to the Right Handlebar Leg (32) with the two M8 x 30mm Screws (65).
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7. Remove the adhesive backing from the Rear Stabilizer Overlay (10) and from the Rear Stabilizer Cover (5). Press the Rear Stabilizer Overlay (10) onto the Track Frame (3) and the Rear Stabilizer Cover (5). 8. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical exerciser are properly tightened. Note: Some hardware may be left over after assembly is completed.
HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE Your elliptical exerciser has been preconfigured to operate with a Basic console and a Workout TV console (see the drawings below). To learn about the features of the Basic console, see page 13. To learn about the features of the Workout TV console, see the userʼs manual included with the Workout TV console.
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO PLUG IN THE AC POWER ADAPTER HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER Due to the size and weight of the elliptical exer- If the elliptical exerciser has a Basic console, it can be ciser, moving it requires two persons.
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HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER To mount the elliptical exerciser, hold the handlebars and step onto the pedal that is in the lowest position. Then, step onto the other pedal. Push the pedals until they begin to move with a continuous motion. Note: The pedal discs can turn in either direction.
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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The console also provides two heart rate programs that automatically adjust the resistance of the pedals The advanced console offers an array of features to keep your heart rate near a target level during your designed to make your workouts more effective and workouts.
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HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE IMPORTANT: If the elliptical exerciser has been exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to warm to If the elliptical exerciser has a Basic console, it can room temperature before turning on the console. If you do not do this, the console displays or other be used with or without the included AC power electronic components may become damaged.
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HOW TO USE THE QUICK START MODE If you do not plan to use a program, the quick start mode will allow you to start exercising and adjust the resistance of the pedals manually. 1. Press any button or begin pedaling to activate the console.
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5. Measure your heart rate if desired. If your heart rate is not shown, make sure that your hands are positioned as described. Be care- You can measure you heart rate using either the ful not to move your hands excessively or to handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse squeeze the metal contacts tightly.
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HOW TO USE A MANUAL PROGRAM 4. Enter your weight. A MANUAL program allows you to set a time, dis- Next, the words “ENTER WEIGHT” and a weight tance, or calorie goal for your workout as you control setting of 185 pounds (US) will appear in the main the resistance of the pedals.
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6. Press the START button or begin pedaling to If you selected the MANUAL TIME program, the start the program. main display will count down the time remaining in the program. If you selected the MANUAL DIS- TANCE program, the main display will count Each program is divided into several one-minute down the distance.
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HOW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM 4. Enter your weight. A preset program will automatically change the resis- Next, the words “ENTER WEIGHT” and a weight tance of the pedals and prompt you to maintain a setting of 185 pounds (US) will appear in the main target pace while guiding you through your workout.
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If the resistance level for the current segment is To view the time, the approximate number of calo- too high or too low, you can manually override the ries you have burned, and the distance you have setting by pressing the RESISTANCE buttons. pedaled, press the DISPLAY button again.
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HOW TO CREATE A CUSTOM PROGRAM 4. Program the desired program settings. A custom program allows you to create your own Each custom workout is divided into 30 one- workouts and store them in memory for future use. minute segments. You can program one resistance level and one target rpm (pace) setting for each 1.
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HOW TO USE A CUSTOM PROGRAM 4. Enter your weight. 1. Press any button or begin pedaling to activate Next, the words “ENTER WEIGHT” and a weight the console. setting of 185 pounds (US) will appear in the main display. To enter your weight (1 kilogram = 2.2 See HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE on page pounds), press the increase and decrease buttons beside the ENTER button.
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If the resistance level for the current segment is To view the time, your exercise intensity in mets, too high or too low, you can manually override the and your power output in watts, press the DIS- setting by pressing the RESISTANCE buttons. PLAY button.
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HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM 4. Press the START button or begin pedaling to start the program. The CONSTANT HEART RATE program will automati- cally control the resistance of the pedals to keep your Each HEART RATE program is divided into 30 heart rate near a target level during your workout.
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5. Follow your progress with the displays. 6. Measure your heart rate if desired. During a HEART RATE program, the main display See step 5 on page 16. will show the elapsed time, your exercise intensity 7. Turn on the fan if desired. in mets, the approximate number of calories you have burned, the approximate number of calories you are burning per hour, and the distance you...
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HOW TO USE THE MAINTENANCE MODE If the pedals on the elliptical exerciser do not move for a period of time, a pause timeout will The console features a maintenance mode that allows occur and the console will enter an idle mode. you to access usage information and to view and When the console is in the idle mode, the displays change default settings.
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HOW TO USE AN IFIT WORKOUT HOW TO USE THE STEREO SOUND SYSTEM iFit cards are available separately. To purchase iFit To play music or audio books through the consoleʼs cards, go to www.iFit.com or see the front cover of this stereo sound system while you exercise, plug an manual.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING If you have questions about maintenance or trou- HANDGRIP PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING bleshooting, please see the back cover of this manual. If the console does not display your heart rate when you hold the handgrip pulse sensor, or if the displayed Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser heart rate appears to be too high or too low, see step regularly.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING: Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exer- cise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of Before beginning time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your this or any exercise program, consult your body uses carbohydrate calories for energy.
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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.
Email: fmfvmcustomerservice@freemotionfitness.com Write: FreeMotion Fitness, 1500 S. 1000 W., Logan, UT 84321-9813 To contact Product Sales, call Hotel Fitness toll-free at 1-800-291-0403, send a fax to 1-800-813-1102, send an email to sales@HotelFitness.com, or go to www.HotelFitnessClub.com. This product is proudly designed and produced by FreeMotion Fitness, a subsidiary of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.
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