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Vision Fitness S7100 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S S7100 ™ SUSPENSION ELLIPTICAL TRAINER...
  • Page 4 Suspension Elliptical™ Trainer will assist you in realizing your goal of a healthy lifestyle. Please contact your authorized VISION FITNESS retailer should service be required. If a question or problem arises which cannot be handled by your...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents S 7 1 0 0 G E N E R A L SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..4 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE ..37 POWER REQUIREMENTS ..5 TROUBLESHOOTING .
  • Page 7 AVAILABLE CONSOLE OPTIONS: DELUXE PREMIER CONSOLE DUAL-ACTION HANDLEBARS FOOT PAD FRONT FOOT & TRANSPORT WHEELS S 7 1 0 0 S U S P E N S I O N E L L I P T I C A L T R A I N E R...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Never operate this Suspension Elliptical™ Trainer if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or immersed in water. Please contact your authorized VISION FITNESS retailer for service. •...

  • Page 9: Power Requirements

    • Children over the age of 13 should not use the Suspension Elliptical™ Trainer without adult supervision. OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR VISION FITNESS SUSPENSION ELLIPTICAL TRAINER CAUTION! If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.

  • Page 10: Assembly & Moving

    ASSEMBLY It is recommended, when possible, that an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer assemble your Suspension Elliptical™ Trainer. If you have elected to assemble this product yourself, for your safety, please read and follow each of the steps in the enclosed assembly instructions. If you have any questions regarding any component or function of your Suspension Elliptical™...

  • Page 11: Power

    PLACEMENT IN YOUR HOME Please follow the safety instructions to place the Suspension Elliptical™ Trainer in the location where it will best be used. It is important that you place your Suspension Elliptical™ Trainer in a comfortable and inviting room. Avoid putting your Suspension Elliptical™...

  • Page 12: Contact Heart Rate

    CONTACT HEART RATE HAND PULSE HEART RATE SENSORS The Contact Hand Pulse Sensors are included on each product to monitor your heart rate. To use, grasp both of the sensors with a comfortable grip during your workout. The console will display your heart rate.

  • Page 13: Variable Incline

    VARIABLE INCLINE Press the INCLINE UP or DOWN arrows to adjust the incline from level 1 to 20. This incline setting represents a range of motion. Incline changes are not immediate. They will take time to get to the target incline angle.

  • Page 14: Deluxe Console

    DELUXE CONSOLE DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW The computerized display allows the user to select a workout that meets their desired fitness goals. It also allows the user to monitor the progress and feedback of each workout, so they can track improvements in overall fitness over time.

  • Page 15: Console Descriptions

    DELUXE CONSOLE DISPLAY DESCRIPTIONS A. POWER SWITCH Turn off power to your console if it will not be used for an extended period of time. B. PROFILE DISPLAY The LCD display screen provides a profile of your workout, this includes the workout segments you are about to complete as well as the ones you have already completed, and the level of resistance for each segment.
  • Page 16 DELUXE CONSOLE DISPLAY DESCRIPTIONS (continued) E. START/PAUSE/HOLD TO RESET KEY Press the START key to begin a MANUAL workout immediately without having to set individual information. When the program begins, you have the ability to adjust incline and resistance levels with the ARROW keys.

  • Page 17: Program Overviews

    THE DELUXE CONSOLE PROGRAMS WORKOUT OVERVIEW QUICK START Simply press START and you will skip the setup of specific workouts and begin exercising at a constant level (manual) workout. The resistance and incline levels do not change automatically, but you can adjust the resistance or incline with the arrows as you choose.
  • Page 18 FAT BURN is a program intended to target your stored body fat. This program is generally used at a slightly lower intensity, but runs for longer durations than other programs (30 to 60 minutes is recommended). RANDOM is a program for users who enjoy variety in their daily workout routine.

  • Page 19: Using The Programs

    USING THE PROGRAMS SELECTING QUICK START easiest begin exercising is to simply press the START key. will begin exercising at a MANUAL program in which you can change the resistance and incline levels to meet your goals. Current default settings will be used to determine exercise feedback.
  • Page 20 ENTERING RESISTANCE LEVEL When prompted by the message center to enter resistance level, use the UP ▲ arrow and DOWN ▼ arrow to adjust the displayed resistance level. There are 20 levels of resistance to choose from in each program. The resistance level varies by program.

  • Page 21: Using The Sprint 8 Program

    USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM The Sprint 8 program is an anaerobic interval program designed to build muscle, improve speed, and naturally increase the release of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) in your body. Producing HGH through exercise and a proper diet has been shown as an effective way to burn fat and build lean muscle mass according to Phil Campbell, author of Ready, Set, Go! Synergy Fitness .

  • Page 22: Engineering Mode

    ENGINEERING MODE Engineering mode consists of 17 optional settings. Use the engineering mode to enable certain features or displays on your console. ENTERING AND USING ENGINEERING MODE • Press and hold the UP ▲ and DOWN ▼ resistance keys for approximately three seconds.

  • Page 24: Premier Console

    PREMIER CONSOLE DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW The computerized display allows the user to select a workout that meets their desired fitness goals. It also allows the user to monitor the progress and feedback of each workout so they can track improvements in overall fitness over time.

  • Page 25: Console Descriptions

    PREMIER CONSOLE DISPLAY DESCRIPTIONS A. START/PAUSE/HOLD TO RESET Press the START key to begin a MANUAL workout immediately without having to set individual information. When the program begins, you have the ability to adjust incline and resistance levels with the ARROW keys.
  • Page 26 PREMIER CONSOLE DISPLAY DESCRIPTIONS (continued) PROFILE DISPLAY The LCD display screen provides a profile of your workout, this includes the workout segments you are about to complete as well as the ones you have already completed, and the level of resistance for each segment.
  • Page 27 ON/OFF SWITCH Turn your console off if you will not use it for an extended period of time.

  • Page 28: Program Overviews

    THE PREMIER CONSOLE PROGRAMS WORKOUT OVERVIEW QUICK START Simply press START and you will skip the setup of specific workouts and begin exercising at a constant level (manual) workout. The resistance and incline levels do not change automatically, but you can adjust the resistance or incline with the arrows as you choose.
  • Page 29 CLASSIC PROGRAMS MANUAL is a workout in which the resistance or incline levels do not change unless you change them. INTERVALS is an efficient workout that strengthens your cardiovascular system by alternating work intervals with recovery intervals. Be sure to challenge yourself with intense work intervals.
  • Page 30 SCULPTOR PROGRAMS – 25 minutes to SCULPT a new YOU The SCULPTOR programs were designed to work independently as individual workouts or collectively as a weekly exercise routine promoting weight loss and development of a toned upper and lower body in only 25 minutes a day.
  • Page 31 QUAD TONER The QUAD TONER program was designed to target the Quadriceps muscle group, increasing strength and muscle tone through eight 45 second sets of increased resistance and incline changes while simultaneously burning calories and working the cardiovascular system. This combination of strength and aerobic exercise will lead to more eye- catching and defined legs.
  • Page 32 HRT PROGRAMS TARGET HRT The TARGET HRT program is designed to maintain your heart rate at 70% of your predicted maximum heart rate. It is intended to improve efficiency and endurance of your cardiovascular system by working your heart, lungs and circulatory systems.
  • Page 33 ALL HRT PROGRAMS During the workout, the user will grasp the hand pulse sensors or wear the telemetric chest strap to send their heart rate signal to a receiver in the console. The console will continuously monitor the heart rate, adjusting the resistance level to keep your heart rate within several beats of your Target Heart Rate.

  • Page 34: Using The Programs

    USING THE PROGRAMS SELECTING QUICK START easiest begin exercising is to simply press the START key. will begin exercising at a MANUAL program in which you can change the resistance and incline levels to meet your goals. Current default settings will be used to determine exercise feedback.
  • Page 35 ENTERING TIME When prompted by the message center to enter a time, use the UP ▲ arrow and DOWN ▼ arrow to adjust the displayed exercise time to a desired value. ENTERING RESISTANCE LEVEL When prompted by the message center to enter resistance level, use the UP ▲...

  • Page 36: Using The Sprint 8 Program

    USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM The Sprint 8 program is an anaerobic interval program designed to build muscle, improve speed, and naturally increase the release of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) in your body. Producing HGH through exercise and a proper diet has been shown as an effective way to burn fat and build lean muscle mass according to Phil Campbell, author of Ready, Set, Go! Synergy Fitness .

  • Page 37: Using The Custom Programs

    USING THE CUSTOM USER PROGRAMS CUSTOM USER program allows five separate workouts to be completed, saved, and then stored for future use. Setup for the CUSTOM USER programs begins just as any other program. The user will press the CUSTOM program key. 1.

  • Page 38: Using Heart Rate Training

    Your personal heart rate training zone depends on your fitness goal, such as weight loss, cardiovascular endurance, or strength building. Refer to Page 44 for more information on heart rate training zones. VISION FITNESS HRT ® programs are set up to keep you at an ideal heart rate based on your fitness goal.

  • Page 39: Chest Strap

    TELEMETRIC HEART RATE CHEST STRAP (AVAILABLE WITH PREMIER CONSOLE ONLY) The wireless Telemetric Chest Strap uses a pair of electrodes on the underside of the strap to send your heart rate signal to the console. Prior to wearing the chest strap, moisten the two rubber electrode pads with several drops of water.

  • Page 40: Engineering Mode

    ENGINEERING MODE Engineering mode consists of 17 optional settings. Use the engineering mode to enable certain features or displays on your console. ENTERING AND USING ENGINEERING MODE • Press and hold the UP ▲ and DOWN ▼ resistance keys for approximately three seconds.

  • Page 41: Preventative Maintenance

    SERVICE AND TROUBLESHOOTING PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS • Locate Suspension Elliptical™ Trainer in a cool, dry place. • Make sure all bolts and fasteners are kept tight. • Keep the display console free from fingerprints and salt build-up caused by sweat. •...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Our Suspension Elliptical™ Trainers are designed to be reliable and easy to use. If, however, you have a problem, these troubleshooting steps may reveal the cause. PROBLEM: The console does not light up. SOLUTION: Check to make sure the power switch located on the backside of the console is turned on.

  • Page 43: Chest Strap

    TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HEART RATE MONITOR CHEST STRAP PROBLEM: No pulse reading appears. SOLUTION: There may be a poor connection between the contact pads and skin. Remoisten the contact pads. SOLUTION: Transmitter is not properly positioned; reposition the chest strap. SOLUTION: Verify that the distance between the transmitter and receiver is not beyond the recommended range of 36 inches.

  • Page 44: Home Warranty

    LABOR – ONE YEAR VISION FITNESS shall cover the Labor cost for the repair of the device for a period of one year from the date of original purchase, so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner.
  • Page 45 WARRANTY REGISTRATION Your warranty card must be completed and sent to VISION FITNESS before a warranty claim can be processed. You may also register via our website at www.visionfitness.com. Inside the enclosed warranty card, you will find a customer survey.

  • Page 46: Developing A Fitness Program

    DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM By purchasing this piece of VISION FITNESS exercise equipment, you have made a commitment to exercise and now have the convenience of exercising in your own home. Your new equipment offers the flexibility to exercise at whatever time suits you best. It will be easier to maintain a consistent exercise program that will help you achieve your fitness goals.

  • Page 47: Exercise Guidelines

    EXERCISE GUIDELINES EXERCISE DURATION A common question asked is, “how much exercise do I need?” We recommend following the guidelines set up by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) for healthy aerobic activity. • Exercise three to five days per week. •...

  • Page 48: Target Heart Rate

    TARGET HEART RATE Target Heart Rate is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. Target Heart Rate will vary for each individual depending on age, current level of conditioning, and personal fitness goals. Exercise heart rate should range from 55% to 85% of your maximum heart rate. As a point of reference, we use the predicted maximum heart rate formula of (220 minus age) to determine your heart rate training zone.

  • Page 49: Balanced Fitness

    BALANCED FITNESS While cardiovascular exercise has been the primary method of fitness for many programs over the years, it should not be the only method. Strength Training and Flexibility Training have become more popular as exercise has developed. Incorporating Strength and Flexibility Training into your current exercise program will give you the balance you need to improve your athletic performance, reduce susceptibility to injury, increase metabolic rate, increase bone density, and reach your goals faster.
  • Page 52 800.335.4348 • www.visionfitness.com ©2009 Vision Fitness. All Rights Reserved. ECB-Plus, HRT, PerfectStride, Quick-Set, Quiet-Glide, SPRINT 8, and Suspension Elliptical are Trademarks of Vision Fitness. May be covered by one or more patents or patents pending: US 5540637, US 5573480, US 5813949, US 5924962, US 5938567, US 6135927, US 6149551, TW 364373, TW 371899, CN 99808486.7...

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