Body Solid B2U, B2R User Manual

Endurance B2U/B2R

®

Bike

User Manual

Endurance® wants to thank you for making the B2U/B2R a part of your

exercise program. Our quality, durability and craftsmanship will enable you to
enjoy the
fitness guidelines that will help you in your pursuit of a healthy lifestyle. The
B2U/B2R will enable you to customize and monitor your workouts to:

• Increase your cardiovascular system

• Increase your metabolism

• Strengthen and tone your muscles

• Help you maintain weight loss

For a more comprehensive list turn to page 19.

B2U/B2R for many years to come. We have included some general

Whether you are a beginner or you are an avid exerciser, the
designed to be an efficient, easy and enjoyable way to achieve an improved
level of fitness. So take the next step and achieve that fit and healthy body
you want. The on-board digital computer enables you to accurately monitor
your progress by tracking speed, time, distance, calories and pulse.
This Ownerʼs Manual contains the information you need to operate and enjoy
your Endurance
attempting to exercise on the

B2U/B2R. Please read the manual in its entirety

B2U/B2R

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B2U/BSR

Table of Contents

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...........................................

CLEANING...................................................................

ASSEMBLY, MOVING, PLACEMENT..........................

LEVELING...................................................................

FOOT POSITIONS......................................................

B2U/B2R CONSOLE

INSTALLING BATTERIES............................................

CONVERTING FROM METRIC TO STANDARD........

TURNING SCREEN DISPLAY ON..............................

CHOOSING TIME AND STARTING............................

COUNTING-DOWN / UP.............................................

PROGRAMMING DISTANCE......................................

FEEDBACK DISPLAY..................................................

TURNING SCREEN DISPLAY OFF.............................

ADJUSTING RESISTANCE..........................................

GENERAL

DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM.......................

WARM-UP....................................................................

FLEXIBILITY................................................................

EXERCISE GUIDELINES............................................

ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS........................

SAMPLE GOALS.........................................................

KEEPING AN EXERCISE DIARY................................

HEART RATE CONVERSION CHART........................

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B2U BIKE

Tension
Control
Knob

Beverage
Holder

Side Cover

Hand Pulse Grips

Console

Front Foot
& Transport
Wheels

Levelers

Foot Pedal

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B2R BIKE

Tension
Control
Knob

Beverage
Holder

Console

Foot Pedal

Front Foot
& Transport
Wheels

Levelers

Side Cover

Hand Pulse Grips

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Failure to follow any of the following safety instructions may result in injury or
serious health problems:

• Use this exercise product only as intended and described in this Ownerʼs Guide.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.

• Never drop or insert any object into any opening, or on the Pedal Arm Guide Rails.

• Do not place fingers, feet or any other objects into or near the moving parts of
the B2U/B2R

• Never turn foot pedals.

• To avoid entanglement and possible injury, do not expose hands or arms to the
drive mechanism.

• Do not dismount the B2U/B2R until the pedals are at a complete STOP.
rn bystanders to keep a safe distance away. Do not allow anyone (other

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than the user) to touch the machine while it is in operation.

• Do not remove the B2U/B2R side covers. Only an authorized retailer

should perform maintenance or repair services.

• Do not use outdoors.

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CHILDREN

• Keep children off and away from your B2U/B2R at all times!

• When the B2U/B2R is in use, young children and pets should be kept
at least 10 feet away.

OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR B2U/B2R

• CAUTION! If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of

breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.

• Donʼt wear loose clothing that might catch on any part of the B2U/B2R.

• Read this Ownerʼs Guide in its entirety before operating the B2U/B2R

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CLEANING

• Use a damp cloth to wipe your B2U/B2R and computer free of sweat and

dust. Always avoid getting extra moisture on the computer. By keeping the
computer face free of sweat, you can ensure a longer computer life.

• Important Reminder: Never use petroleum - based solvents when cleaning.

Doing so will damage the finish on your B2U/B2R

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ASSEMBLY

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. It is recommended that assembly be performed by an
authorized retailer. If you have any questions regarding any part or
function of your B2U/B2R, contact your retailer.

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MOVING YOUR B2U/B2R

Your B2U/B2R has a pair of transport wheels built into the front foot. It is
easy to move your B2U/B2R by picking up the back end and rolling it on the
front transport wheels.

PLACEMENT IN YOUR HOME

It is important that you place your B2U/B2R in a comfortable and inviting
room. Your
will place their B2U/B2R facing the TV or a picture window. To make exer
cise a desirable daily activity for you the B2U/B2R should be in an attractive
setting.

B2U/B2R

is designed to use minimal floor space. Many people

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LEVELING YOUR B2U/B3R

If your B2U/B2R wobbles when you have placed it where you intend to use
it, raise or lower the adjustable levelers located on either
side of the pedal arm guide rail stabilizing foot.

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B2U/B2R CONSOLE

INSTALLING BATTERIES

If your B2U/B2R batteries have not already been installed by your retailer,
please install them now. The console uses two AA batteries. Install the
batteries in the battery compartment in the
back of the console.

CONVERTING FROM METRIC TO STANDARD

First flip the switch located in the reverse side of the panel. Then, take the
batteries out and replace them. When the machine powers back up the
readout will sw

itch.

TURNING THE SCREEN DISPLAY ON

You can turn your console on by either pressing the RESET button at the
bottom right of the console or by simply getting on your elliptical and begin
ning your stride.

CLEARING PREVIOUSLY STORED INFORMATION

Your elliptical will retain information from your previous workout such as
calories and distance for a few minutes. You can clear this information by
pressing RESET.

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CONSOLE FEEDBACK

Your B2U/B2R provides you with the information you need for an
effective workout every time.

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TIME

There are two modes of time display. You can
choose either Count Up Mode to monitor the
length of your workout or Count Down Mode for
a programmed time limit.

To operate in Count-Up Mode:

Simply get on the bike and start pedaling. The console will automatically
on and the time display will advance from zero and keep time until you finish
your workout.

To operate in Count Down Mode:

Turn on the console by pressing the RESET button. Press the MODE button
to cycle through the feedback windows until TIME is displayed. Next, press the
"+" button until the desired number of minutes of your workout is displayed.
Then, start pedaling. The TIME display will show your specified time counting
down to zero. When you have reached your goal, the console will beep until
you press the RESET button again

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DISTANCE

The DISTANCE display will show the amount of mileage you have "traveled"
in your workout. Keeping a record of your
is a great motivational tool. You can
amount of distance you desire for your workout:

also program

progress

the

To program a specific distance:

Turn on the console by pressing the RESET button. Press the MODE button
to cycle through the feedback windows until DISTANCE is displayed. Next,
press the "+" button until the desired distance for the workout is displayed.
Then, start pedaling. The DISTANCE display will show your specified mileage
counting backwards to zero. When you have reached your goal, the console
will beep until you press the RESET button again.

SPEED

This window readout will display your speed in miles per hour.

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CALORIES

The CALORIES display will show the approximate number of calories you
burn during your workout. You can also program your bike to notify you
when you have burned a specific number of calories.

To program a Calorie Countdown:

Turn on the console by pressing the RESET button.
Press the MODE button to cycle through the feedback windows until
CALORIES is displayed. Next, press the "+" button until the desired number
of calories is displayed. Then, start pedaling. The CALORIES display will
show your specified calories counting backwards to zero. When you have
reached
again.

your goal, the console will beep until you press the RESET button

PULSE

The PULSE display will show your heart rate in beats per minute. During
your workout, press the MODE button until PULSE is displayed. Next, grasp
the heart rates sensors. After 10 seconds your heart rate will be displayed
and will change as your heart rate changes. NOTE: Always consult a
physician
determining your target heart rate zone.

before starting an exercise program. This will be

helpful in

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