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® program. The team at Octane Fitness is totally focused on creating the best elliptical products in the world so that you will have a tremendous workout experience. We wish you great success in using your new cross trainer to achieve your workout goals and Fuel Your Life ™...
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• Do not use outdoors. • Use only the power cord provided with your Octane Fitness elliptical cross trainer. • never place the power cord under carpeting or place any object on top of the power cord which may pinch and/or damage it.
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• Wear appropriate exercise clothing and shoes for your workout; do not wear loose clothing. • Use care when getting on or off the Octane Fitness elliptical cross trainer. Never step on or off the unit while the foot pedals are still moving.
t a B l e C O n t e n t s electronics............................8 • Console ..........................8 • programs and Features..................... 10 –. Preset.Resistance.Programs.................. 10 –. Workload.Resistance....................13 –. LED.Readout.Windows.................... 14 –.
Q5 COnsOle ™ Welcome to some of the best electronics available in the fitness industry! Octane Fitness’ DedicatedLogic programming was created to give you the ultimate in ease of use and total flexibility for programming your console. This allows you to modify your workout once you’ve started. You can even start your workout, then program the electronics.
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Note: There is no need to turn off your elliptical machine; your Q35 was designed with an intelligent sleep mode, a virtual off button. This eliminates the need for an on/off switch. To enter sleep mode, press and hold the Pause/Clear button until you hear the beep.
p r O G r a M s a n D F e a t u r e s Q 5 C o n s o l e TIME DISTANCE S P E E D C A L OR I E S LEVEL CALORIES / HOUR Manual...
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random The Random program has a virtually infinite number of different combinations. The computer randomly generates a new course each time you select the random program or change the program level, giving you different levels of resistance. Each column on the display lasts for 1 minute. interval The Interval program alternates between two different levels of resistance.
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Hill The Hill program simulates walking or jogging up a big hill. The resistance increases and the climb level will get more difficult the closer you get to the top. Increasing or decreasing the resistance level changes all plateaus and hills for the entire program.
Octane Fitness Q35 has 20 discrete levels of resistance. Level 1 is the easiest and level 20 is the most difficult. The Manual program and Quick Start allow the user the ability to totally control the resistance level.
l e D r e a d o u t W i n d o w s time Displays workout time, counting up from 0:00. The maximum time is 99:00, then the display rolls over to 0:00. Distance Displays an estimate of how far you have traveled. Distance can be shown in either miles (English) or kilometers (metric).
X - M o d e Using X-Mode is like having a personal trainer coaching you. It is a great way to take advantage of the variety your elliptical cross trainer offers, and is a great motivational tool that keeps your workout fresh and exciting. The X-Mode feature works in any program;...
s M a r t e X e r C i s e t i p s Be sure to consult your doctor before beginning any exercise program. Books, videotapes, the Internet, and personal trainers are all great sources of information on exercise programs. Make sure the information comes from a credible source such as The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or The American Council on Exercise (ACE).
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setting Goals Another key to a successful exercise program is setting obtainable goals. Goals can be big or small. We recommend smaller goals so you see progress. Here are a few examples: • Lose one pound per week • Cut out sweets •...
MOuntinG tHe The low step-up height of the Octane Fitness cross trainer makes it easy to get on and prODuCt off the product. You can step on the machine from the rear or from the right or left side.
- iF useD it Can Create an inCrease in WHeel nOise. persOnal reCOrD KeepinG Tip: It is a great idea to write down the serial numbers of your Octane Fitness elliptical in this Operations Manual for convenience and easy accessibility to the serial numbers should you have any service needs with your Octane Fitness elliptical.
t r O u B l e s H O O t i n G / F a Q s electronic issues Unit doesn’t power up • Is the unit plugged in? Check the connection of the power cord from the machine to the wall outlet.
• The adjustable levelers may not be properly set on the machine. There are five unstable on the floor adjustable levelers, located on the bottom of the Octane Fitness elliptical. See assembly instructions to correctly adjust the levelers. • If your machine is located on a soft surface such as carpet, purchase a heavy duty floor mat from your local dealer to place under your machine.
Suite 380 Brooklyn Park, MN 55435 What is covered: The Octane Fitness Q35 (product) is warranted to be free of all defects in material and work- manship. Who is covered: The original owner of the product or the person the warranty has been transferred to under Octane Fitness transferable warranty program.
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The warranty does not apply to damage or failure due to unauthorized service, misuse, accident, abuse, corrosion, discoloration of paint or plastic, or neglect or by persons weight in excess of 300 pounds. Octane Fitness shall not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages. Parts and electronic components reconditioned to As New Condition by Octane Fitness or its vendors may sometimes be supplied as warranty replacement parts and constitute fulfillment of warranty terms.
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By filling out a warranty transfer card and sending it to Octane Fitness with a copy of the original receipt, the warranty will be transferred. Please make two copies of this form and the original receipt one for your records and one for the new owner.
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Date Purchased: Base Serial Number __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Console Serial Number __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Store: Store Phone #: Salesperson:...
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