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OPERATIONS
What to Wear
Wearrubber-soledathleticshoes.Youwillneedtheappropriateclothesforexercisethatallowyoutomovefreely.
How Often Should You Exercise
Consult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in
your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again.
Use the values calculated or measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only. The heart
rate displayed on the console is an approximation and should be used for reference only.
• 3 times a week for 30 minutes each day.
• Schedule workouts in advance and try to follow the schedule.
Adjusting the Pedals
The Pedals are equipped with the Suspension Adjust™ Performance Cushion System
which adjusts the angle and impact resistance of the Pedals. Adjustment of the Pedals
may adapt the same workout to affect different muscle groups. The adjustment lever
cansettheangleandrmnessoftheactionaccordingtotheweightoftheuser:0isthe
lowestcushionsetting(at);1forunder150lbs.(68kg);2for150-225lbs.(68-102kg);
3 for over 225 lbs. (102 kg).
Note: It is recommended to adjust both Pedals to the same setting.
To adjust the Pedal:
1. Tilt the back of the Pedal up.
2. Lift the adjustment lever out of the notch for the current setting and move it to the
desired setting. Be sure the lever is engaged in the notch at the new setting.
Mounting and Dismounting the Machine
Care should be used when mounting or dismounting the machine.
Be aware that the Pedals and the Handlebars are connected and when either of these parts move the other
does as well. In order to avoid possible serious injury, only grasp the Static Handlebars to steady yourself.
Tomountthetnessmachine:
1. Move the Pedals until the one nearest you is in the lowest position.
2. Grasp the Static Handlebars under the Console.
3. Steadying yourself with the Static Handlebars, step up onto the lowest Pedal and place your other foot onto the
opposite Pedal.
Todismountthetnessmachine:
1. Move the Pedal you want to dismount from to the highest position, and bring the machine to a complete stop.
This machine is not equipped with a free-wheel. Pedal speed should be reduced in a controlled manner.
2. Grasp the Static Handlebars under the Console to steady yourself.
3. Withyourweightonthelowestfoot,swingtheupperfootoffthemachineanddownontotheoor.
4. Step off of the machine and release your grip from the Static Handlebars.