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  • Page 1 O w n e r’s G u i d e X6200HRT, X6200, X6100 FOLDING ELLIPTICAL TRAINERS...
  • Page 4 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 VISION FITNESS retailer, please contact us:...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ENGINEERING MODE DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS . . 13 ( X6100 ONLY) ....45 PROGRAM OVERVIEWS ..16 SERVICE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . 47 USING THE PROGRAMS .
  • Page 7 CONSOLE DUAL-ACTION HANDLEBARS FOOT PAD GUIDE RAIL SIDE STABILIZER PEDAL ARM FRONT FOOT & TRANSPORT WHEELS X 6 1 0 0 X 6 2 0 0 X 6 2 0 0 H R T F O L D I N G E L L I P T I C A L T R A I N E R S...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    To disconnect, turn the switch to the OFF position, then remove plug from outlet. • Only use the power cord provided with your VISION FITNESS Elliptical Trainer. • Never place the power cord under carpeting or place any object on top of the power cord that may pinch and damage it.
  • Page 9 OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR VISION FITNESS ELLIPTICAL TRAINER CAUTION! If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing. • Do not wear loose clothing that might catch on any part of the Elliptical Trainer.

  • Page 10: Assembly & Moving

    ASSEMBLY It is recommended, when possible, that an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer assemble your 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 Elliptical Trainer, contact your retailer.

  • Page 11: Power Supply

    Your Elliptical Trainer uses a wall mount external power supply. Use only the power supply provided with your Elliptical Trainer. If you misplace this power supply, please contact your authorized VISION FITNESS retailer for an original replacement. Use of the wrong power supply may cause...

  • Page 12: Folding Your Elliptical Trainer

    FOLDING YOUR ELLIPTICAL TRAINER It is important to always follow steps in the correct order when folding your Elliptical Trainer. STEP 1: On the left side of the machine, locate the arrow on the side cover that points to the four o’clock position of the disk. Rotate the disk so that the arrow is pointing to the disk axle (the point where the disk and pedal arm connect.)
  • Page 13 STEP 2: Move to the right side of the machine. Simultaneously lift both the pedal arm and the guide rail upon which the pedal arm rests to the vertical position (image A). The locking device, which is mounted to the guide rail, should now be aligned with the cylinder on the backside of the pedal arm.
  • Page 14 STEP 3: To unfold your Elliptical Trainer, push the recessed lock button, found on the underside of the guide rail (image C), to release the lock. Pull the guide rail away from the pedal arm, and lower both to the floor. Repeat this step on the opposite side to completely unfold your Elliptical Trainer.

  • Page 15: 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 the sensors with a comfortable grip during your workout. The console will display your heart rate. Although your signal will be displayed immediately, it may take the system a few seconds to zero in on your actual heart rate.

  • Page 16: Display Console Overview

    DISPLAY 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 17: Display Console Descriptions

    DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS A. START/HOLD TO RESET Press the START button to begin a MANUAL workout immediately without having to set individual information. When the program begins, you have the ability to adjust resistance levels with the ARROW buttons. Feedback information will be calculated using default settings. PAUSE: If you need to PAUSE your program during a workout, pressing the START button will PAUSE your program for two minutes.
  • Page 18 DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS E. PROFILE DISPLAY This window provides a dot matrix profile of 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. MESSAGE/FEEDBACK WINDOW This window provides step-by-step instructions in the setup mode, and instructions, feedback or motivational messages during your workout and at the end of your workout.
  • Page 19 ON/OFF SWITCH Turn your Elliptical Trainer off if you will not use it for an extended period of time.

  • Page 20: Program Overviews

    THE 200HRT SERIES PROGRAMS PROGRAM OVERVIEWS MANUAL is a user-controlled program in which the resistance remains at a set level unless you decide to change it. INTERVAL efficient workout that strengthens your cardiovascular system by alternating work intervals and recovery intervals.
  • Page 21 HRT CARDIO is a high-intensity program that keeps you at the upper range of your predicted maximum heart rate and promotes cardiovascular endurance and maximum calorie burning. The user must grasp the hand pulse sensors or wear a telemetric heart rate chest strap during use. The program will automatically adjust resistance to keep you at 80% of your predicted maximum heart rate.
  • Page 22 CUSTOM allows you to pre-set up to four workout profiles by setting the workload of each segment in the program. You have the ability to save or change the workouts whenever you wish.

  • Page 23: Using The Programs

    USING THE PROGRAMS SELECTING EASY START easiest begin exercising is to simply press the START button. You will begin exercising MANUAL resistance program in which you can change the resistance levels to meet your goals. Current default settings will be used to determine exercise feedback.
  • Page 24 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 WEIGHT When prompted by the message center to enter weight, use the UP ▲ arrow and DOWN ▼...

  • Page 25: 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 26: 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 56 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 27: Using The Heart Rate Strap

    STRAP PLACEMENT Center the transmitter strap just below the breast or pectoral muscles, directly over your sternum with the VISION FITNESS logo facing out. Adjust the elastic strap so it is snug but comfortable enough for proper breathing.

  • Page 28: All Hrt Programs

    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 of the Elliptical Trainer to keep your heart rate within several beats of your Target Heart Rate.
  • Page 29 HRT CARDIO The HRT CARDIO program is designed to maintain your heart rate at 80% 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. This is a great workout for anyone, but beginners may want to start lower and build their way up to 80% of their predicted maximum heart rate.

  • Page 30: Using Custom Programs

    USING CUSTOM PROGRAMS The CUSTOM programs allow four separate workout choices to be set and then stored for future use. Setup for the CUSTOM programs begins just as any other program. The user will push the CUSTOM program button, set age, set time, and set weight.

  • Page 32: Program Overviews

    THE 200 SERIES PROGRAMS PROGRAM OVERVIEWS MANUAL is a user-controlled program in which the resistance remains at a set level unless you decide to change it. INTERVAL is an efficient workout that strengthens your cardiovascular system by alternating work intervals and recovery intervals.
  • Page 33 MOUNTAIN is a program designed to improve your muscular strength and endurance along with your cardiovascular endurance. It does so by gradually increasing resistance until you reach the top of the mountain. ROLLING uses a series of hills to increase cardiovascular endurance and physical capacity.

  • Page 34: Using The Programs

    USING THE PROGRAMS SELECTING EASY START easiest begin exercising is to simply press the START button. You will begin exercising MANUAL resistance program in which you can change the resistance 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 WEIGHT When prompted by the message center to enter weight, use the UP ▲ arrow and DOWN ▼...

  • 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 Race Program

    USING THE RACE PROGRAM The RACE program is exclusive to the 200 Series console. It is a motivating program that challenges you to compete against the console. Setup for the RACE program is as follows: SELECTING A PROGRAM Push the RACE button on the program keypad.

  • Page 38: Set Pacer Speed

    SET PACER SPEED You determine the speed of your opponent. Pacer speeds begin at 2.0 miles per hour (3 KPH) and can be adjusted by half a mile per hour (one KPH) increments up to 12 miles per hour (20 KPH). Use the UP ▲...

  • Page 40: Display Console Overview

    100 SERIES 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 41: Display Console Descriptions

    DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS A. POWER SWITCH Turn off power to your console if your Elliptical Trainer will not be used for an extended period of time. B. MILES/KILOMETER SWITCH Changes your exercise feedback to the English or Metric system. C. BIKE OR ELLIPTICAL SWITCH This console can be used on both products, so make sure the switch is set to ELLIPTICAL mode.
  • Page 42 DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS (continued) G. START/PAUSE/HOLD TO RESET BUTTON Press the START button to begin exercising at the set default time. Press START when instructed to by the scrolling LCD message center to begin a program. When exercising, press the PAUSE button to pause your workout.

  • Page 43: The Programs

    THE 100 SERIES PROGRAMS WORKOUT OVERVIEWS EASY START The quickest way to begin exercising. Simply press START and you will skip the setup of specific workouts and begin exercising at a MANUAL constant level workout. The resistance levels do not change automatically, but you can adjust the resistance with the arrows as you choose.
  • Page 44 WEIGHT LOSS 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). MOUNTAIN features gradual increases in resistance to simulate riding through a mountain range.

  • Page 45: 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 46: Using The Programs

    USING THE PROGRAMS CHOOSING EASY START CAUTION! CAUTION! Easy Start is the fastest way to IF YOU EXPERIENCE CHEST PAINS, DIZZINESS, OR SHORTNESS OF BREATH, STOP EXERCISING IMMEDIATELY AND CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE CONTINUING. I N S T R U C T I O N S begin exercising, as it allows you ENTER 1.
  • Page 47 I G H T CHOOSING WEIGHT Your current body weight is CAUTION! CAUTION! required to give more accurate IF YOU EXPERIENCE CHEST PAINS, DIZZINESS, OR SHORTNESS OF BREATH, STOP EXERCISING IMMEDIATELY AND CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE CONTINUING. calorie feedback as you exercise. 0.00 ENTER The LCD message board will scroll...

  • Page 48: Engineering Mode

    ENGINEERING MODE ( X6200 AND X6200HRT ONLY) Engineering mode consists of eleven optional settings. Use the engineering mode to enable certain features or displays on your Elliptical Trainer console. ENTERING AND USING ENGINEERING MODE • Press and hold the UP ▲ and DOWN ▼ buttons for approximately three seconds.

  • Page 49: Engineering Mode

    ENGINEERING MODE ( X6100 ONLY) Use this optional USER SET Mode to set default values or view accumulated variables. ENTERING AND USING USER SET MODE • Press and hold the UP ▲ and DOWN ▼ buttons simultaneously for five seconds.
  • Page 50 ENGINEERING MODE (continued) ( X6100 ONLY) VIEWING ACCUMULATED VARIABLES • Accumulated Time is displayed in the SPEED (middle-left) window and will show accumulated hours of use. • Accumulated Distance is displayed in the DISTANCE (middle-right) window and will show accumulated distance in miles or kilometers.

  • Page 51: Service And Troubleshooting

    SERVICE AND TROUBLESHOOTING PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS • Locate 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. • Use a cotton cloth with water and a mild cleaning product to clean the Elliptical Trainer.
  • Page 52 TROUBLESHOOTING Our 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 53 TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HEART RATE MONITOR CHEST STRAP 200HRT ONLY 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 54: 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...
  • Page 55 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 56: Corporate Warranty

    LIMITED CORPORATE WARRANTY Up to 3 hours use per day CORPORATE USES DEFINED VISION FITNESS warrants model X6200HRT and X6200 for use in corporate facilities including: Hotels; Resorts; Police & Fire Stations; Apartment Complexes; Corporate Fitness Centers; Hospitals; Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Clinics, where average use is up to three hours per day.
  • Page 57 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 58: 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 59: 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 60: 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 61: Rate Of Perceived Exertion

    RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) is one of the easiest ways to monitor exercise intensity. By becoming familiar with the RPE scale, you can continually assess your level of intensity and insure a level of exertion that is comfortable.

  • Page 62: 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 63: Stretching

    STRETCHING Flexibility Training is not associated with fitness as often as cardiovascular exercise or Strength Training, even though it is just as important. A good stretching program will help to maintain flexibility of the hips and lower back. A flexible person will be less likely to injure themselves in common activities, such as reaching, twisting and turning, or in uncommon activities such as the annual softball tournament.
  • Page 64 STANDING QUADRICEPS STRETCH Using a wall to provide balance, grasp your left ankle with your left hand and hold to stretch. Your knee should be pointing toward the floor. Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds. Repeat with your right leg, and continue to alternate as necessary.
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