The Trojan Power Vibe 250 is a vibration trainer designed for home fitness, offering a convenient and simple method for exercise and conditioning. It aims to improve physical and mental health through regular use, providing a full-body workout that targets various muscle groups and supports aerobic fitness.
Function Description:
The Power Vibe 250 operates as a vibration platform, generating vibrations that stimulate muscles and contribute to strength, toning, and flexibility. It features an advanced console that allows users to select from manual or automatic exercise programs, adjusting vibration speed and time. The device is designed to facilitate a range of exercises, including squats, lunges, abdominal crunches, push-ups, and various stretches and massages, all enhanced by the vibration platform.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Maximum User Weight: 100 kgs.
- Vibration Speeds: 17 levels.
- Programs: 5 automatic programs (P1-P5) and 1 manual program (P0).
- Time Settings: 1 to 10 minutes for manual program; 10 minutes preset for automatic programs.
- Power: The device requires an electrical connection to operate.
- Components: Includes a stand base, upright tube, handle bar, computer console, and resistance bands.
Usage Features:
- Console Display: Shows program function (AUTO), operation time (TIME), and speed level (SPEED).
- Console Buttons:
- STOP: Stops the Power Vibe or resets the manual program (P0).
- START: Starts the machine.
- AUTO: Sets the manual program (P0) or selects one of the automatic programs (P1-P5).
- TIME/ENTER: Sets the time (1-10 minutes) for the manual program.
- SPEED (Up/Down Arrows): Increases or decreases the speed level (1-17).
- Manual Program (P0): Allows users to set their desired time (1-10 minutes) and adjust the speed level (1-17) after pressing START.
- Automatic Programs (P1-P5): Preset programs with fixed speeds and a 10-minute duration. Users cannot change the speed or time for these programs.
- P1: Speed 6, 10 MINS.
- P2: Speed 10, 10 MINS.
- P3: Speed 16, 10 MINS.
- P4: Speeds 3-6-9-12-15, 10 MINS (with 5-second intervals per level speed).
- P5: Speeds 4-7-10-13-15-17, 10 MINS (with 5-second intervals per level speed).
- Exercise Routines: The manual provides detailed instructions and illustrations for various exercises, including:
- Lower Body: Squat, Calves (single leg), Lunge, Quadriceps Massage, Calve Massage.
- Core: Abdominal Crunch, Lower Abdominals, Side Crunch, Lateral Abdominals, Pelvis Bridge, Abductor Massage.
- Upper Body: Push Up, Tricep Dip, Upper Body Relaxer, Pectoral Stretch, Upper Arm Massage, Front Raise, Chest Cross Over, Lateral Side Raise, Bicep Curl, Bent Over Pull, Tricep Kick Back.
- Resistance Bands: Included for additional exercise options and to target specific muscle groups.
- Safety Guidelines:
- Use on a level surface.
- Keep children and pets away.
- One person at a time use.
- Maintain balance during use, mounting, dismounting, folding, unfolding, or assembly.
- Perform stretching exercises to warm up before use.
- Ensure all bolts and nuts are tightened prior to each use.
- Consult a physician before starting any exercise program, especially if over 35, pregnant, or with existing illnesses.
- Avoid leaning on heels.
- Avoid contact between head, spine, abdomen, or throat and the vibration platform.
- Use handlebars for balance only, not for resting.
- Use a mat for all exercises except standing positions.
- Training Tips:
- Drink at least 300ml of liquids prior to training.
- Train 2-3 times per week with rest days.
- Perform exercise schedule at least 5 times before increasing intensity.
- Hold positions for 30, 60, or 90 seconds, tensing muscles.
- Balance weight towards the balls of feet.
- Maintain balance throughout training; do not lean on anything.
- Keep joints slightly bent; maintain an active position.
- Ways to increase intensity: increase duration, reduce rest time, increase exercise levels, adjust joint angle, perform dynamic exercises, increase number of exercises, add weight (dumbbells/vest), increase sessions per week.
- Contra-Indications: Not recommended for individuals who are pregnant, have acute thrombotic conditions, cardio-vascular disease, fresh wounds from surgery, hip/knee replacements, acute hernia, discopathy, spondylolysis, diabetes, epilepsy, wearing a pacemaker, wearing recently fitted i.u. coils/metal pins/bolts/plates, or tumors.
Maintenance Features:
- Troubleshooting:
- Display screen not working: Remove screw of display plate, check flat cable wire and earth wire. Reinstall or replace display screen if needed. Contact customer service if problem persists.
- Flat cable not working: Remove top display console, handle bar, input/output electrical cable, and interior wire. Replace flat cable and reassemble. Contact customer service if problem persists.
- Warranty:
- Trojan offers a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship under normal, personal, family, or household use (commercial use excluded).
- Exclusions: Damage from disaster, misuse, commercial use, non-compliance with instructions, abuse, unauthorized modification, and replacement of light bulbs/expendables. Demo models have a 3-month warranty.
- Claims Procedure:
- Within 7 days of purchase: Faulty product exchanged (in original packaging with accessories).
- After 7 days but within 3 months: Supplier may replace or repair the product at their discretion.
- After 3 months but within 1 year: Supplier may replace or repair the product at their discretion.
- Covered Parts (within 1 year): Platform, rubber arm cover, resistance bands. Other parts not explicitly mentioned are also covered.
- Parts Not Covered: Running decks, running belts, rubber arm covers (Treadmills); Pedals, cranks, rubber arm covers (Exercise Bikes/Spinners); Foot rests, cranks, shocks, rubber/foam arm covers (Cross Trainers/Ellipticals/Steppers); Pulleys, cables, seats, padding (Home Gyms/Benches); Springs, mats, covers (Trampolines); Rowing strap/rope/arms, pulling handle, grip, moveable seat (Rowers).
- Warranty Claims: Must be supported by proof of purchase or a warranty number (obtained by contacting 0861 Trojan or www.trojanhealth.co.za).
- Repair Procedure: Contact 0861 Trojan to log a fault. A technical advisor will attempt to identify the fault and book a service team call-out. Repairs will be attempted at home; if not possible, the product will be taken to a service center and returned to the home.
- Cost of Repairs: Under warranty, repairs are free if compliant with terms. Out-of-warranty repairs or repairs for non-covered items are at the consumer's expense, with a quote provided for approval.
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