CARDIOSTRONG EX80-2, EX90, CST-EX9, CST-EX80-2, EX80 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

Assembly and operating instructions

EllipticalcrosstrainerEX80

Art. No. CST-EX80-2

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for deciding for a high-quality training equipment of the brand cardiostrong,
the brand that makes athlete‘s hearts beat faster. cardiostrong oers a wide range
of home tness equipment like elliptical cross trainers, ergometers, treadmills and
rowing machines. cardiostrong equipment is the optimal equipment for all those who
want to train at home independent of goals and tness level. For further information
please visit www.sport-tiedje.com or www.cardiostrong.de.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read all of the instructions carefully before assembly and rst
use. These instructions are intended to ensure speedy assembly and
explain safe usage. Make sure that all people exercising with the

equipment (in particular children and persons with limited physical,
sensory, mental or motor capabilities) are informed about these instructions and its
content in advance. In case of doubt, a responsible person must supervise the use of
the equipment.

This equipment has been manufactured according to the latest safety knowledge. As
far as possible, potential safety hazards which could cause injury have been eliminated.
Make sure to follow the instructions carefully and that all parts are securely in place. If
required, read through the instructions again to correct any mistakes.

Please pay close attention to the safety and maintenance instructions given here. The
contract partner cannot be held liable for damage to health, accidents or damage to
the equipment when it is not used in accordance with these instructions.

The equipment is only suitable for use at home. The equipment is not suitable for
semi-professional (e. g., hospitals, clubs, hotels, schools, etc.) and commercial or
professional use (e. g., health clubs).

Retain these instructions in a safe place for future reference, maintenance or when
ordering replacement parts.

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CONTENTS

1 GENERAL INFORMATION 6

1.1 Technical data 6

1.2 Personal safety 7

1.3 Electrical safety 8

1.4 Set-up place 8

2 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND CARE 9

2.1 General instructions 9

2.2 Faults and Troubleshooting 10

2.3 Maintenance and service calendar 11

3 ASSEMBLY 11

3.1 Package contents 11

3.2 Assembly instructions 13

4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 24

4.1 Console display 24

4.2 Button functions 26

4.3 Turning on and setting the equipment 27

4.4 Programs 28

4.4.1 MAN. - Manual program 28

4.4.2 PROG – Pre-set programs 29

4.4.3 USER - User dened program 31

4.4.4 H.R.C. - Heart rate oriented programs 32

4.4.5 WATT - Watt controlled program 33

4.4.6 RECOVERY - Fitness test 34

5 WORKOUT INSTRUCTIONS 35

5.1 Heart rate measuring 35

5.2 10 tips for eective elliptical cross training 38

5.3 Designing a workout 39

5.4 Stretching exercises for leg & chest muscles 41

5.5 Workout journal 43

6 WARRANTY INFORMATION 44

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7 DISPOSAL 46

8 ORDERING ACCESSORIES 47

9 ORDERING SPARE PARTS 48

9.1 Service hotline 48

9.2 Serial number and model name 48

9.3 Parts list 49

9.4 Exploded drawing 52

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Technical data

LCD display of

+ speed in km/h
+ training time in min
+ training distance in km
+ cadence (rotations per minute)
+ calories burnt in kcal
+ heart rate (when using the hand sensors or a chest strap)
+ Watt
+ resistance level

Resistance system: electronic magnetic brake system
Resistance level: 16
Watt: 10 - 350 Watt (adjustable in 5-Watt increments)

User memory: 4
Total number of training programs: 19
Manual programs: 1
Pre-set programs: 12
Watt-controlled programs: 1
Heart rate controlled programs: 4
User dened programs: 1

Balance mass: 12 kg
Step length: 45 - 65 cm
Step width: 11 cm

Manual step length adjustment:
45 cm (18“), 50 cm (20“), 55 cm (22“), 60 cm (24“), 65 cm (26“)

Weight and dimensions:

Article weight (gross, including packaging): 124 kg
Article weight (net, without packaging): 100.5 kg
Packaging dimensions (L x W x H): approximately 1420 mm x 1150 mm x 500 mm
Setup dimensions (L x W x H): approximately 1590 mm x 810 mm x 1625 mm
Maximum user weight: 150 kg/330 lbs

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1.2 Personal safety

+ Before you start using the equipment, you should consult your physician that

this type of exercise is suitable for you from a health perspective. Particularly
aected are persons who: have a hereditary disposition to high blood pressure
or heart disease, are over the age of 45, smoke, have high cholesterol values, are
overweight and/or have not exercised regularly in the past year.

+ Please note that working out excessively can seriously damage your health. Please

also be aware that heart rate monitoring systems might be imprecise.

+ The equipment may only be used for its intended purpose; that means for whole

body workouts for adults.

+ Any other usage is prohibited and potentially dangerous. The contract partner

cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper use.

+ The equipment is strictly for use by one person at a time.
+ Children should not be allowed unsupervised access to the equipment.
+ Before starting your training, make yourself familiar with all of the equipment‘s

functions and setting options. Have an expert explain the correct usage of the

product to you.

+ Make sure that nobody is in the range of motion of the equipment while exercising.
+ Keep your hands, feet and other body parts, hair, clothing, jewelry and other

objects well clear of moving parts.

+ During use, wear suitable sports clothing rather than loose or baggy clothing.

When selecting sports shoes, think about the suitability of the sole – preferably

this should be made of rubber or other non-slip materials. Shoes with heels,

leather soles, studs or spikes are not suitable. Never work out in bare feet.

+ It is also important to take note of the information given in the workout instructions

for creating a workout plan.

+ At the rst signs of weakness, nausea, dizziness, pain, diculty in breathing or

other abnormal symptoms, stop your workout immediately and, if necessary,

consult your physician.

+ Without prior agreement from your authorized contract partner, opening the

equipment is prohibited.

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1.3 Electrical safety

+ The equipment requires a 220 - 230V / 50 Hertz mains power supply.
+ The equipment should be connected directly to a grounded plug socket only by

means of the power cable supplied. The use of multi-socket adapters or similar

is not recommended. Extension leads must comply with local electrical safety

guidelines. Always fully unwind the power cable.

+ The outlet should be secured with a fuse with a minimum value of „16 amperes,

slow“.

+ In order to reduce the risk of an electric shock, always unplug the equipment from

the mains socket immediately after your workout, before assembly or dismantling,

and before maintenance or cleaning. Do not pull on the cable.

+ When plugged in, do not leave the equipment unattended at any time. To avoid

use by anyone unfamiliar with the operating instructions, the power cable should

be removed when the equipment is not in use.

+ Keep the power cable away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not route the power

cable underneath the equipment or under a carpet or rug, and do not place any

objects on top of it.

+ Make no modications to either the power cable or the mains plug.
+ If the power cable or the plug are damaged or defective, contact your authorized

contract partner. Do not use the equipment in the meantime.

+ Do not keep electrical devices (e. g., mobile phones) in close proximity to the

console or the control electronics, otherwise display values (e. g., pulse measuring)

could be inaccurate.

1.4 Set-up place

+ The equipment should only be used indoors, in a suciently heated and dry area

(ambient temperature between 10°C and 35°C). The equipment should not be

used outdoors or in rooms with high humidity (over 70%) like swimming pools. The

equipment should only be stored in surroundings with an ambient temperature

between 5°C and 45°C.

+ The training room should be well ventilated during training and not be exposed to

any draughts.

+ Choose a location in which to place the equipment such that there is enough free

space/clearance to the front, the rear and to the sides of the equipment (at least

1.50 m). Furthermore, the equipment should not be set up in main entrances or on

escape routes.

+ Always keep the power cable away from hot surfaces and grounds and make sure

that the cable is not stuck somewhere or becomes a „trip hazard“.

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+ No objects of any type should be inserted into the openings of the equipment.
+ The equipment should be placed on a level and solid surface, any unevenness in

the oor should be leveled out.

+ A oor protective mat / equipment underlay can help to protect high-quality oor

coverings (parquet, laminate, cork, carpets) from dents and sweat and can help to

level out slight unevenness.

2 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND CARE

2.1 General instructions

+ Please check if all parts and tools belonging to the equipment are included in the

delivery and if there is any transport damage. If there are any complaints, please

contact your contract partner directly.

+ Some of the nuts and bolts to be used in assembly are already pre-mounted in

order to make set-up as easy as possible.

+ The equipment must be assembled by adults. In case of doubt, ask for assistance

from another person with technical skills.

+ Keep children away from the equipment during assembly, because small parts are

included in the delivery and may be swallowed.

+ Make sure that you have enough space (at least 1.50 m) in every direction during

assembly.

+ Do not leave any tools and packaging materials like plastic sheeting laying around

to avoid danger of suocation for children.

+ Assemble the equipment on an underlay mat or on the cardboard packaging in

order to avoid damage to the equipment and to the oor (scratches).

+ Before starting assembly, all individual parts should be placed on the oor next to

each other.

+ Read the assembly instructions carefully and assemble the equipment according

to the illustrations. Proceed carefully and cautiously.

+ First loosen all parts and check for their correct tting. Then tighten the screws

using a tool.

+ Modications to the design or improper repairs may pose a hazard to the user and

should not be carried out. The product warranty may be void as a result.

+ Only authorized service technicians are permitted to carry out all servicing and/or

repairs – it excludes maintenance and care.

+ Damaged or worn components may impair your safety and the lifespan of

the equipment. You should therefore immediately replace damaged or worn

components. Please contact your contract partner in such a case. The equipment

should no longer be used until it has been repaired. When needed, only use

original cardiostrong spare parts.

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+ Check the tightness of all screw connections once a month.
+ In order to be able to guarantee the constructively dened safety level of this

equipment, we recommend having the equipment regularly maintained (at least
once a year) by specialists (service technicians of your contract partner).

+ The equipment may be cleaned of dust, dirt and sweat using a damp cloth. The

use of solvents should be strictly avoided. Also, make sure that no liquids (e. g.
sweat) get into the openings of the equipment (e. g. console).

2.2 Faults and Troubleshooting

The equipment runs through regular quality controls during production. Nevertheless,
errors or malfunctions on the equipment may occur. Individual parts are often the
cause of faults and replacement is usually sucient. Please use the following overview
to see the six most common errors and how to repair them. If the equipment still does
not work properly, please contact your contract partner.

Problem Cause Solution

Drive discs wobble
or make noises

Drive pulley is loose Tighten nuts

Display does not
work

No plug connection,
power supply not
plugged in

Check all plug connections
and see if the power supply is
plugged in

Footplates are
creaking

Footplates are loose Tighten up the footplate screws

Creaking noises Screws are loose Check screws are properly

tightened

Guide rails are
squeaking

Guide rails or rollers are
dirty or the guide rails are
dry

Clean the guide rails, then
lubricate with a non greasy
silicone

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2.3 Maintenance and service calendar

The following routine work must be done in the specied time intervals:

Part Weekly Monthly 2x annually Annually

Display console C I

Lubricate the moving parts

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Plastic cover

C I

Screws and cable connections

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Legends: C = cleaning; I = inspect

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3.1 Package contents

The package contains the parts represented in the illustration, including a power
cable with mains plug. If one of the illustrated parts is missing, please contact your
contract partner.

Problem Cause Solution

No pulse reading • Sources of interference in

the room

• Using a chest strap:

- Unsuitable chest strap

- Chest strap is incorrectly
positioned

- Batteries are

discharged

• Eliminate sources of
interference (e. g. mobile
phone, loudspeaker, etc.)

• Use a suitable chest
strap (see recommended
accessories)

• Reposition the chest
strap and/or moisten the
electrodes

• Change the batteries

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3.2 Assembly instructions

Before starting assembly, look carefully through the individual assembly steps shown
and assemble the equipment in the order indicated.

Caution while unpacking:

Place box at on the ground, remove cover. Unpack handles, side supporting bars,
pedal bars and operating instructions. Remove the upper foam parts (1) and (2) and
take out the console, console supporting tube, console mast, pedal supporting bars
and hardware bag. First leave the main frame (A) and lower foam parts (3) and (4) in
the box.

Foam (1)

Foam (2)

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Step 1: Assembly of the console mast

(1) Remove the two pre-mounted screws (F5) from the main frame (A) and two screws

(F5) from the console mast (F1).
(2) Mount the console mast (F1) on the main frame (A) with the previously removed
screws (F5).

Note: Tighten all four screws (F5) before you continue with step 2.

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Step 2: Assembly of the right connecting tube

(1) See view A: Mount right connecting tube (C2) on the main frame (A).
(2) Tighten the tube with screws (J8) M8 x 20 on the frame.
(3) See view B: Tighten tube with two screws (J2) M8x60 and clamp (F2) on the bottom

of the frame.

Note: First completely
tighten screws (J8 and
J2) as soon as step 3
was nished.

(4) Two people lift the main frame (A) and remove the Styrofoam, see image below.

Note: Due to safety reasons, the main frame should be lifted by at least two people

and brought into a vertical position.

View A

View B

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Step 3: Assembly of the left supporting foot and joint cover

(1) Mount the left connecting tube (C1) with the main frame (A) on the top with the

screw (J8) and on the bottom with the two screws (J2) with the clamp (F2) - just like
the right tube (C2) in gure 2.

(2) Now all screws (J8, J2) of steps 2 and 3 can be tightened.
(3) Remove two screws (F6) from the connecting mast (F1).
(4) Connect joint covers (F3 and F4) with connecting mast (F1) and tighten with

screws (F6)

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Step 4: Assembly of the pedal supporting tube

(1) See view C: Connect right pedal supporting tube (B2) with the main frame (A) and

tighten with nut (J4), washer (J9) and screw (J3).
(2) See view D: Tighten nut (J4), washer(J9) and screw (J3) after the screw (J5), washer
(J9) and nut (J4) are tight.
(3) See view E: After this, mount the tube with the pre-mounted screw (J5) and nut
(J4).
(4) Repeat the same steps for the assembly of the left pedal supporting tube.

View C

View E

View D

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Step 5: Assembly of the handles

(1) Remove the six pre-mounted screws (J10 and J11) from the left handle (E1).

(2) See view F: Mount left handle (E1) on main frame (A) and tighten all screws (J10
and J11) with two 6mm Allen wrenches.
(3) Repeat the assembly (E2) on the right side (E2).

View F

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Step 6: Assembly of the console supporting tube and the bottle holder

(1) Connect cable (D1) from the console supporting tube (D) with cables (A1) on the

main frame (A).
(2) See view G: Mount the console supporting tube (D) on the main frame (A) with two
screws (J1) and the two pre-mounted screws (J1). Tighten four screws (J1).
(3) Mount the bottle holder (H) on the main frame (A) with screws (J6).

View G

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Step 7: Assembly of the console

(1) Remove four screws (G1) on the back

of the console (G).
(2) Connect the console cable (D1) and
pulse cable (D3) with the tting pieces on
the console (G). Make sure that the cables
are connected correctly. Carefully slide
excess cable into the cover and console
supporting tube (D). Mount console (G)
on the console supporting tube (D) with
the screws (G1).
(3) With the help of the leveling feet on
the rear supporting foot, the equipment
can be adjusted to the oor.

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Step 8: Transport

In order to move the equipment, lift on both sides of the connecting tubes until the
transport wheels touch the ground. Then move the equipment to the desired place.
Now slowly and carefully lower the equipment to the oor. If necessary, adjust the
leveling feet below the rear base of the equipment.

WARNING: Do not lift the equipment alone! For safety reasons, at least with two
people.

Transport

wheels

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Step 9: Power cable

Insert power cable in the plug on the equipment before the equipment is connected
to the outlet.

Note: The overload switch serves as a protective mechanism. It is triggered if the
equipment has an electrical overload. Turn o the power switch and then back on in
order to restart the equipment.

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Step 10: Adjust stride lengths

(1) There are ve dierent stride lengths (45 cm (18“), 50 cm (20“), 55 cm (22“), 60 cm

(24“), 65 cm (26“), which are illustrated in the LED window.

(2) Loosen and remove the pin in order to set the desired stride length.
(3) Once the stride length has been selected, tighten the pin again.
(4) Repeat the stride on the other side.

WARNING: For safety reasons, NEVER adjust the stride length while you are on the

equipment. Always adjust both stride lengths equal to each other.

Battery size „AAA“

1,5 V

65 cm

45 cm

45 cm

65 cm

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4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

4.1 Console display

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Time 0:00 - 99:00 minutes

Speed 0.0 - 99.9 km/h

RPM (cadence; rotations per minute) 0 - 999 RPM

Distance 0.0 - 99.9 km

Calories 0 - 990 Cal

Gender Male/Female (m/f)

Pulse (heart rate; heart beats per
minute)

30 - 230 BPM

Heart rate symbol On/o - blinking

Programs P1 - P12

User data U1 - U4

Watt/load (power/resistance) 0 - 999 Watt; Watt control: 10 - 350 Watt

Level 1 - 16

H.R.C. (heart rate control)

55 / 75 / 90% of the max. heart rate;
manual target rate (TAG)

Age 1 - 99 years

Height 100 - 250 cm

Weight 20 - 150 kg (44 – 330 lbs)

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4.2 Button functions

TURNING KNOB
RIGHT

With this button, you can change
the settings or increase the
resistance.

TURNING KNOB
LEFT

With this button, you can
change the settings or lower the
resistance.

TURNING KNOB
ENTER

With this button, you can conrm
all settings.

START/STOP

With this button you can start and
stop the training.

RESET

With this button, you can reset the
current settings and return to the
beginning.

RECOVERY

With this button, you can execute
the tness test after training.

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4.3 Turning on and setting the equipment

Connect the power cable with the console and press the RESET button for two seconds.
An alarm will sound for two seconds and the specication 78.0 will be displayed in the
lower left window (see gure 1 and 2).

The console has four user accounts (U1 - U4). Rotate the adjusting knob in order to
select a user 1 - 4 and press ENTER to conrm (see gure 3 and 4). Use the adjusting
knob or the ENTER button to execute the settings for SEX (select male or female), AGE
(age in years), HEIGHT (height in cm) and WEIGHT (weight in kg) (see gure 5 - 8).

Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4

Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8

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4.4 Programs

Once you have entered all values, you can select one of the ve program categories
with the control knob (see gure 9-13). The equipment has a total of 19 programs and
a tness test.

• Manual (manual training): 1

• Program (pre-set training program): 12

• User Setting (user-dened training program): 1

• H.R.C. (heart rate controlled training programs): 4

• W (Watt-controlled training program): 1

• Recovery (tness test)

Quick Start

For the quick start, press the START/STOP button and the training will start (this will
automatically take you to the manual program). You can adjust the resistance during
training. Press the START/STOP button again to stop the training.

4.4.1 MAN. - Manual program

After you have selected the manual program and conrmed with ENTER, you can
enter the values for the intensity level (1-16), time, distance, calories and pulse with
the control knob. If you enter a target value for time, distance and calories, the training
will stop automatically once you have achieved one of these target values. If you
would just like to train according to one of these values, you simply have to enter the
desired target value - you do not have to enter all other values. If you enter a target

Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13

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pulse, an alarm will sound once this pulse has been exceeded. The acoustic signal
rst stops once your pulse is no longer higher than the target pulse. Press the ENTER
button after every setting in order to conrm. Once you have entered all values (or the
selected value), press the START/STOP button to start the training. The resistance level
can be adjusted during training. As soon as you hold the RESET button for a longer
period of time, the console will return to the program selection.

Procedure for setting the manual programs:

Set program mode Set resistance Specication of training data

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Press
Start/
Stop

4.4.2 PROG - Pre-set programs

Use the control knob to select one of the pre-set training programs P1-P12. Conrm
the selection with the ENTER button. Now enter the training time and press ENTER
to conrm. Then you can press the START/STOP button to start the training. The
resistance level can be adjusted during training. The set time will run backwards after
the beginning of training. As soon as the countdown reaches zero, the screen will start
to blink and a signal will sound. Press any button to turn o the acoustic signal.

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Procedure for setting the preset training programs:

Set program mode

Select program P1­P12

Specication of the training time

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Press
Start/
Stop

P01 P07

P02 P08

P03 P09

P04 P10

P05 P11

P06 P12

Proles from preset training programs:

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4.4.3 USER - User dened program

Once you have selected the program, you can manually set each of the 20 sections of
the prole with the control knob. For each section, select an intensity level between
1-16, conrm the setting with ENTER and continue with the next section. You can
see which section you are currently in by the blinking of the section. Once you have
determined all 20 sections, hold ENTER for two seconds in order to continue entering
the time. As soon as you have entered the value, press the START/STOP button to
start the training. The resistance level of the respective section can be adjusted again
during the training. The user-dened program is saved after a setting is made in the
selected user account. If you press the RESET button during the prole setting, the
console will return to the program selection. The set time will run backwards after the
beginning of training. As soon as the countdown reaches zero, the screen will start to
blink and a signal will sound. Press any button to turn o the acoustic signal.

Procedure for setting the user-dened program:

Set program mode Set

resistance

Press for two
seconds

Specication of the
training time

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Turn left or
right

Press Enter, repeat the
process 20 times until
all segments are set

Turn left
or right

Press
Start/
Stop

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4.4.4 H.R.C. - Heart rate oriented programs

After you have selected the program, you can enter the desired target heart rate.
Either select one of the three target heart rates (55%, 75% or 90% of your maximum
heart rate) or select “TAG” and enter a target heart rate. The console determines your
maximum heart rate based on your age (which you entered in the user account).
Conrm the setting with the ENTER button. After this, you can enter the training
time with the control knob and press START/STOP to start training. The set time will
run backwards after the beginning of training. An alarm will sound if you exceed
the set target heart rate. The acoustic alarm will rst stop once your heart rate has
reached the set limit again. If you remain outside of the set rate for a longer period
of time, the program will stop automatically. As soon as the countdown reaches zero,
the screen will start to blink and a signal will sound. Press any button to turn o the
acoustic signal. The console has an integrated heart rate receiver. The heart rate can
be measured through hand pulse sensors; however, heart rate measuring with a chest
strap is recommended, because this measuring technique provides signicantly more
precise values.

Note:

If a heart rate signal is not received for ve seconds, a heart symbol with a question
mark will appear. This extinguishes as soon as a HR signal is received again.

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Procedure for setting the heart rate oriented program:

Set program mode

Set training heart
rate

Specication of the training time

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Turn left or right Press

Start/
Stop

4.4.5 WATT - Watt controlled program

If you selected the program, use the control knob to enter the desired watt value that
you would like to train with between 10 and 350 Watt. The preset value is 120 Watt.
Conrm the setting with the ENTER button. Then you can enter the training time.
Conrm your setting with the ENTER button. As soon as you have entered all values,
press the START/STOP button to start the training. The set time will run backwards
after the beginning of training. As soon as the countdown reaches zero, the screen
will start to blink and a signal will sound. Press any button to turn o the signal. You
can use the control knob to adjust the wattage while training. The following three
symbols show you if the wattage or the speed should be increased or lowered:

The current wattage is more than 25% above the set wattage - the user
should reduce the speed.

The current wattage is in the range of the set wattage - the user should
maintain the speed.

The current wattage is more than 25% below the set wattage - the user
should increase the speed.

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Procedure for setting the Watt-controlled programs:

Program settings Setting the wattage Specication of the training time

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Turn left
or right

Press
Enter

Turn left or right Press

Start/
Stop

4.4.6 RECOVERY - Fitness test

With this button, you can measure your recovery heart rate after training. After training,
press the RECOVERY button and hold the hand pulse sensors if you are not wearing
a chest strap. After this, a one-minute countdown will start. Only the countdown and
the heart rate will be shown during this time. Once the minute is over, the console
determines a tness grade between F1-F6 based on your heart rate.

Result Fitness level Heart rate per minute

F1 Very good 75 - 84

F2 Good 85 - 94

F3 Average 95 - 119

F4 Sucient 120 - 129

F5 Poor 130 - 135

F6 Very poor 135

Press the RECOVERY button again in order to return to the main menu.

General note:

If you stop pedaling for more than four minutes, the console will change into power
saving mode. All settings and training data will be saved until the next training is
started.

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5 WORKOUT INSTRUCTIONS

5.1 Heart-rate measuring

Pulse measuring via hand sensors

The hand sensors integrated in the handles allow you to determine your heart rate.
You can measure your heart rate by lightly grasping the sensors with both hands at the
same time. Blood pressure changes occur due to the heartbeat. The sensors measure
the changes to the electric skin resistance caused by it. These values are then used to
create an average and are displayed on the screen of the console as a heart rate.

Note:

For some people, the skin resistance change caused by the heart rate is so minimal
that the measurements do not allow for usable values. Strong callus or sweat on the
hands may also impair a correct measurement. In such cases, the heart rate will not be
shown at all or only incorrectly.

If the measurement is incorrect or not taken at all, please check if it happens to only
one person or to several people. If the pulse display only does not work in a single
case, the equipment is not defective. In this case, we recommend using a chest strap
to achieve a permanently correct heart rate display.

CAUTION: Your training equipment is not a medical device. Dierent factors
may inuence the accuracy of the heart rate display. The heart rate display only
serves as a training aid.

Telemetric heart rate measuring

This elliptical cross trainer is already equipped with a heart rate receiver as standard.
Using a chest strap makes it possible for you to have a wireless heart rate measuring.
This optimal and ECG-precise type of measuring reads the heart rate directly from the
skin through a transmitting chest strap. The chest strap then sends the impulse to the
receiver integrated in the console.

Positioning the chest strap and moistening the electrodes:
Place the belt directly below the chest, while the transmitter should be placed on the
middle of the chest. The chest strap should sit comfortably, but not too loose. If the
belt is too loose, the contact to the electrodes may be disrupted or the belt may slip
while exercising. The transmitter turns on automatically once it is put on. In order to
allow for a precise measuring, you should moisten the rubber electrodes. This is best
done with a special chest strap contact gel, which is also used for ultrasound scans.

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Note:

If you have not been active in doing sports for a longer period of time, you should
rst go to your physician in order to discuss your training with them. You should also
contact your physician in advance in the event of heart problems, high/low blood
pressure and obesity.

Training with heart rate orientation

Heart rate orientation guarantees an extremely eective and healthy training. Through
your age and the following table, you can quickly and easily read and determine the
optimal pulse for your training. An acoustic alarm will sound if your heart rate exceeds
the set target heart rate. Which target heart rate is important for which training goal
can be found out in the following.

Fat burning (weight management): The main goal here is to burn deposits of fat. In
order to achieve this training goal, a low training intensity (approximately 55% of the
maximum heart rate) and a longer training period are required.

Cardiovascular training (cardio training): The primary goal is to increase stamina
and tness through an improved provision of oxygen through the cardiovascular
system. In order to achieve this training goal, medium intensity (approximately 75%
of the maximum heart rate) with a medium training period is required.

Anaerobic (maximum) load training: The main goal of maximum load training is to
improve recovery after short, intense loads in order to be able to quickly return to the
aerobic zone. In order to achieve this training goal, a high intensity (approximately
90% of the maximum heart rate) with short, intense load is required, which is followed
by a recovery phase in order to prevent muscle fatigue.

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Example:

For a 45-year-old man or woman, the maximum heart rate is 175 (220 - 45 = 175).

• The fat burning target zone (55%) is at approximately 96 beats/min.
= (220 - age) x 0.55.

• The cardio target zone (75%) is at approximately 131 beats/min.
= (220 - age) x 0.75.

• The maximum heart rate for an anaerobic load training (90%) is at approximately
157 beats/min. = (220 - age) x 0.9.

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80

100

120

140

160

180

200

220

65 7060555045403525 30

200

195

190

185

180

175

170

180

150

110

146

107

175

171

166

162

157

153

148

143

139

135

131

128

124

105

102

99

96

94

91

88

85

83

113

116

120

144

139

136

150

155

160

165

Heart rate diagram for training intensity

Maximum pulse (220-age)

90% of maximum pulse - anaerobic (maximum) intensity training

75% of maximum pulse - cardiovascular training (cardio training)

55% of maximum pulse - fat burning (weight control)

Heartbeats

Age

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5.2 10 tips for eective elliptical cross training

1. Set goals

What would you like to achieve with your training? Weight regulation, improved
stamina, prevent risk of disease, more mobility, cardiovascular training, etc. In order
to achieve your long-term training goal, set individual partial goals, e. g., weekly or
monthly goals.

2. Concentration on training

Try to only dedicate yourself to your training unit and do not be distracted.

3. Position yourself correctly while exercising

As you step, your upper body should be shifted slightly forward and your back held
straight. Avoid side-to-side motion in the hips and back.

4. Correct breathing / appropriate resistance level

Do not overexert yourself physically and mentally by starting with resistance levels
that are too high. Start slowly and increase the resistance steadily. Aim for regular and
calm breathing.

5. Keep yourself properly hydrated

Drink, drink, drink! Have a drinking bottle close by during your workout.

6. Sucient recovery periods

Allow your body and your muscles enough time to recover after your workout. Only a
relaxed muscle will be fully operational again.

7. Choose a diversied program

Switch your focus between dierent muscle groups and dierent levels of intensity
during your workout.

8. Creating the right workout

Every training session should have a warm-up phase, a cool-down phase and a
targeted stretching. It increases physical and mental performance and prevents
injuries and sore muscles.

9. Workout journal

Keep a record of your training sessions. Note the date, resting pulse, active pulse,
recovery pulse, resistance level, time, distance, calories burnt and tness level.

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10. Reward yourself

Do something good for you and your body after training or after achieving a partial
goal. Go to the sauna or a swimming pool. Mix a protein shake or enjoy a delicious
salad.

5.3 Designing a workout

We recommend two or three workouts per week. Warm up for about ve minutes
before starting each workout. Finish the workout with a cool-down and targeted
stretching.

Warm-up approx. ve minutes Dynamic movement of large muscle groups at
a low intensity. Core body temperature increases
and the metabolic process is speeded up.

WEEK 1 + 2

Beginner Advanced

Days Duration Intensity Duration Intensity

Mon 20 min. Slow speed, no

resistance

30 min. Moderate speed, keep

resistance low

Wed 20 min. Slow speed, no

resistance

30 min. Moderate speed, keep

resistance low

Fri 20 min. Slow speed, no

resistance

30 min. Moderate speed, keep

resistance low

In the rst week, increase the speed in
between for two-minutes. Maintain heart
rate.

In the second week, increase the speed
for brief periods.

WEEK 3 + 4

Beginner Advanced

Days Duration Intensity Duration Intensity

Mon 25 min. Slow speed, no

resistance

35 min. Vary speed, keep resistance

low

Wed 25 min. Slow speed, no

resistance

35 min. Vary speed, keep resistance

low

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Fri 25 min. Slow speed, no resistance 35 min. Vary speed, keep

resistance low

In the third week, increase the resistance
slightly.

In the fourth week, combine forwards
and backwards movements.

WEEK 5 + 6

Beginner Advanced

Days Duration Intensity Duration Intensity

Mon 30 min. Moderate speed, keep

resistance low

40 min. Vary speed, keep

resistance low

Wed 30 min. Moderate speed, keep

resistance low

40 min. Vary speed, keep

resistance low

Fri 30 min. Moderate speed, keep

resistance low

40 min. Vary speed, keep

resistance low

In the fth week, increase the resistance
slightly at moderate speed.

In the sixth week, alternate between
forwards and backwards movements.

WEEK 7 + 8

Beginner Advanced

Days Duration Intensity Duration Intensity

Mon 35 min. Vary speed, keep

resistance low

45 min. Vary speed, increase

resistance

Wed 35 min. Vary speed, keep

resistance low

45 min. Vary speed, increase

resistance

Fri 35 min. Vary speed, keep

resistance low

45 min. Vary speed, increase

resistance

In the seventh week, include short sprints. In the eighth week, alternate between

forwards and backwards movements.

Cool-down approximately ve minutes Finish your training at low resistance and at
slow speed. Allow your body to gently slow
back down.

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5.4 Stretching exercises for leg & chest muscles

1. Exercise: Stretching of front thigh / leg extension (quadriceps)

• Stable position, grab arches of feet

• Pull heel towards buttocks, knee points downwards
(no abduction)

•

Straight upper body, avoid tilting the pelvic forward

(hollow back) by tensing the abdominal muscles

• Change legs

2. Exercise: Stretching the back thigh / leg curl (hamstring)

• Pull thigh towards upper body with both
hands

• Stretch through increased stretching in the
knee joint

• The lower leg maintains contact with the
oor, keep hips bent

• Change legs

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3. Exercise: Stretching the calf muscles (gastrocnemius)

• Place feet parallel to each other pointing forward,
the heels touch the oor

• Support yourself on a chair coming from a lunge

• Move your body weight to the front leg, press
your heel from the rear leg towards the oor
and hold the contact

• Slowly stretch your knee of the rear leg until you
feel the stretch in your calves

• Change legs

4. Exercise: Stretching the chest muscles (pectoralis major)

• Stand parallel to a wall

• Place your forearm at 90° to the wall with the
elbow just above shoulder height

• Turn your head and upper body gradually to the
opposite sides until you feel a stretch in the front
chest, of the shoulder being leaned on

• Pay attention to tension in your abdominal and
gluteal muscles

• Your weight is on your front leg

• Change legs

All recommendations of these instructions apply solely to healthy persons and
are not suitable for those with heart or cardiovascular problems. All of the tips
are intended only as a guide to help you create a workout. Your physician can
oer appropriate advice for particular, personal requirements.

We hope you enjoy your workout and have a lot of success!

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5.5 Workout journal

Date

Training weight

Time (min.)

Calories burnt Body weight

Distance

Ø Pulse

Resistance level

I feel ...

(Copy template)

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6 WARRANTY INFORMATION

cardiostrong‘s tness equipment is subject to strict quality controls. However, if a
tness equipment purchased from us does not work perfectly, we take it very seriously
and ask you to contact our customer service as indicated. We are happy to help you by
phone via our service hotline.

Error descriptions

Your tness equipment is developed for long-term, high-quality training. However,
should a problem arise, please rst read the operating instructions. For further
assistance, please contact your contract partner or call our service hotline. To ensure
your problem is solved as quickly as possible, please describe the defect as exactly as
possible.

In addition to the statutory warranty, we provide a warranty for every tness
equipment purchased from us according to the following provisions.

Your statutory rights are not aected.

Warrantee

The warrantee is the rst/original buyer and/or any person who received a newly
purchased product as a gift from the original buyer.

Warranty periods

The following warranty periods begin on delivery of the tness equipment.

Model Use Full warranty

EX80 Home use 24 months

Repair costs

According to our choice, there will either be a repair, a replacement of individual
damaged parts or a complete replacement. Spare parts, that have to be mounted
while assembling the equipment, have to be replaced by the warrantee personally
and are not a part of repair. After the expiration of the warranty period for repair costs,
a pure parts warranty applies, which does not include the repair, installation and
delivery costs.

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The terms of use are dened as follows:

• Home use: solely for private use in private households up to 3 hours per day

• Semi-professional use: up to 6 hours per day (e. g. rehabilitation centers, hotels,
clubs, company gyms)

• Professional use: more than 6 hours per day (e. g. commercial gyms)

Warranty service

Within the warranty period, equipment which develops faults as a result of material
or manufacturing defects, will be repaired or replaced at our discretion. Ownership
of equipment or parts of equipment which have been replaced is transferred to us.
The warranty period is not extended nor does a new warranty period begin following
repair or replacement under the warranty.

Warranty conditions

For the warranty to be valid, the following steps must be taken:
Please contact our customer service by email or phone. If the product under warranty
has to be sent in for repair, the seller bears costs. After expiry of the warranty, the buyer
bears the costs of transport and insurance. If the fault is covered by our warranty, you
will receive a new or repaired equipment in return.

Warranty claims are invalid in case of damage resulting from:

• misuse or improper handling

• environmental inuences (moisture, heat, electrical surge, dust, etc.)

• failure to follow the current safety measures for the equipment

• failure to follow the operating instructions

• use of force (e. g. hitting, kicking, falling)

• interventions which were not carried out by one of our authorized service centers

• unauthorized repair attempts

Proof of purchase and serial number

Please make sure that you are able to provide the appropriate receipt when claiming
on your warranty. So that we can clearly identify the model of your equipment, and
for the purposes of our quality control, you will need to give the serial number of
your equipment, when contacting the service team. Where possible please have your
serial number and your customer number ready when you call our service hotline. It
will help us to deal with your request swiftly.

If you cannot nd the serial number on your tness equipment, our service team is at
your disposal to oer further information.

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Service outside of the warranty period

We are also happy to issue an individual cost estimate if there is a problem with your
tness equipment after the warranty has expired, or in cases which do not fall under
the terms of the warranty, e. g. normal wear and tear. Please contact our customer
service team to nd a quick and cost-eective solution to your problem. In such a case
you will be responsible for the delivery costs.

Communication

Many problems can be solved just by speaking to us as your contract partner. We
know how important it is to you as a user of the tness equipment to have problems
solved quickly and simply, so you can enjoy working out with minimal interruption.
For that reason, we also want to resolve your queries quickly and in a straightforward
manner. Thus, please always keep your customer number and the serial number of
the faulty equipment handy.

7 DISPOSAL

At the end of its operational life, this equipment cannot be disposed
of in normal household waste. Instead, it must be disposed of via an
electricals recycling centre. Further information can be obtained from
your local authority‘s recycling service.

The materials can be recycled as per their symbols. Through the reuse, recycling
of materials or other forms of recovery of old equipment, you make an important
contribution to the protection of the environment.

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8 ORDERING ACCESSORIES

Sport-Tiedje oor mat, size XL

Art. no. ST-FM-XL

Sport-Tiedje chest strap 122 kHz

Art. No. ST1030

Sport-Tiedje silicone spray

Art. No. ST-1003

Chest-strap contact gel 250ml

Art. no. BK-250

Fitness equipment care kit

Art. no. HF-500

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9 ORDERING SPARE PARTS

9.1 Service hotline

So that we can give you the best possible service, please have your model name, part
number, serial number, exploded drawing and parts list ready.

SERVICE-HOTLINE

9.2 Serial number and model name

Before assembling your equipment, nd the serial number on the white sticker and enter
it in the appropriate space.

Serial number:

Brand / category: Model name:

cardiostrong elliptical cross trainer EX80-2

[phone]

info@tshop.nl

Mon - Thu 9 am - 5 pm
Fri 9 am - 9 pm
Sat 10 am - 5 pm

NL

[phone]

orders@powerhousetness.co.uk

Mon - Fri 9 am - 5 pm

UK

[phone]

[phone]

[e-mail]

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DE

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9.3 Parts list

No. Description Qty. No. Description Qty.

A MAIN FRAME 1 A30 CRANK 2

A1 SENSOR WIRE 1 A31 FLAT KEY 2

A2 CONNECTION SLICE 2 A32 SCREW 2

A3 MOTOR 1 A33 TURING PLATE 2

A3-1 SCREW 4 A34 PRESSING PIPE 1

A4 DC WIRE 1 A35 BEARING 6003zz 2

A5 NUT 1 A36 C LIP 1

A6 SENSOR WIRE 1 A37 NUT M12 3

A7 SENSOR WIRE HOUSING 1 A38 WASHER M12 4

A8 SCREW 1 A39 AXLE 1

A9 SCREW M8 x 45 1 A40 BEARING 6001MRB 2

A10 NUT M8 1 A41 BUSH 1

A11 SCREW M6 x 20 1 A42 FLYWHEEL 1

A12 NUT M6 1 A43 FLYWHEEL COVER 2

A13 END CAP 2 A44 SCREW M4 x 16 6

A14 FIX CUSHIION 2 A45 MAGNETIC HOUSING 1

A15 WASHER M6 2 A49 SCREW M5 x 10 4

A16 SCREW M5 x 16 2 A50 FRONT PEDAL SUPPORTING TUBE 2

A17 WHEEL 2 A51 MAGNETIC 4

A18 NUT M8 2 A52 SCREW M5 x 8 4

A19 SCREW M8 x 45 2 A53 INDUCTION WAND 10

A20 BELT WHEEL 1 A54 SIDE DECORATION HOUSING SET ( L ) 2

A21 MAGNETIC 1 A55 SIDE DECORATION HOUSING SET ( R ) 2

A22 AXLE 1 A56 SCREW 16

A23 SCREW M8 x 25 4 A57 BATTERY COVER 4

A24 NUT M8 4 A58 PUSH ROD BRACKET ( L ) 2

A25 BUSH 1 A59 PUSH ROD BRACKET ( R ) 2

A26 BEARING 6005zz 2 A60 KNOB 2

A27 BUSH 1 A61 NYLON SLEEVE 8

A28 BEARING NUT 1 A62 BOLT M8 x 20 8

A29 BELT 2 A63 NUT M8 8

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No. Description Qty. No. Description Qty.

A64 WASHER M8 8 A97 SMALL CHAIN COVER ( R ) 1

A65 BOLT M12 x 53 2 A98 SCREW 6

A66 WASHER M12 2 A99 SCREW 8

A67 NUT M12 2 B1 PEDAL SUPPORTING TUBE ( L ) 1

A68 2 B2 PEDAL SUPPORTING TUBE ( R ) 1

A69 BEARING SLEEVE 14 B3 PEDAL HOUSING ( L ) 2

A70 BUSH 12 B4 PEDAL HOUSING ( R ) 2

A71 BEARING 6201zz 20 B5 LOWER PEDAL SUPPORING TUBE 2

A72 SCREW M12 x 73 4 B6 SCREW M12 x 109 2

A73 WASHER M12 4 B7 WASHER M12 2

A74 NUT M12 4 B8 NUT M12 2

A75 OSCILLATING AXLE BASE ( L ) 1 B9 PEDAL BRACKET ( L ) 1

A76 OSCILLATING AXKE BASE ( R ) 1 B10 PEDAL BRACKET ( R ) 1

A77 HANDLEBAR SUPPORTING COVER 2 B11 PEDAL REST ( L ) 1

A78 BEARING 6004zz 2 B12 PEDAL REST ( R ) 1

A79 BEARING 6905zz 2 B13 FRONT COVER PEDAL ( L ) 1

A80 FRONT CONNECTING SHAFT 2 B14 CUSHION PAD ( L ) 1

A81 BUSH 4 B15 PEDAL ( L ) 1

A82 BUSH 8 B16 SCREW M4 x 15 6

A83 C LIP 12 B17 SCREW M6 x 10 8

A84 BEARING SLEEVE 12 B18 PEDAL ( R ) 1

A85 SCREW M12 x 53 4 B19 CUSHION PAD ( R ) 1

A86 WASHER M12 4 B20 FRONT COVER PEDAL ( R ) 1

A87 NUT M12 4 B21 UPPER CAP FOR PEDAL SUPPORTING 2

A88 BEARING 2203 2 B22 LOWER CAP FOR PEDAL SUPPORTING 2

A89 WASHER M10 2 B23 SCREW 2

A90 NUT M10 2 B24 MIDDLE PEDAL SUPPORTING ROD 2

A91 END CAP 2 B25 NUT M8 4

A92 CRANK HOUSING 2 B26 BUSH 8

A93 SCREW 2 B27 BEARING 6001 TP 4

A94 MAIN CHAIN COVER ( L ) 1 B28 C CLIP 4

A95 MAIN CHAIN COVER ( R ) 1 B29 SCREW M8 x 40 4

A96 SMALL CHAIN COVER ( L ) 1 B30 SCREW M12 x 133 2

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No. Description Qty. No. Description Qty.

B31 BUSH 2 E3 END CAP 2

B32 BEARING 6003zz 4 E4 SPONG HDR 2

B33 BUSH 2 F1 CENTRAL SUPPORTING TUBE 1

B34 SCREW 4 F2 IRON BRACKET 1

B35 PEDAL REINFORCEMENT STRIP 4 F3 CENTRAL SUPPORTING TUBE COVER ( L ) 1

B36 SCREW 8 F4 CENTRAL SUPPORTING TUBE COVER ( R ) 1

C1 SIDE CONNECTING TUBE ( L ) 1 F5 SCREW 4

C2 SIDE CONNECTING TUBE ( R ) 1 F6 SCREW 2

C3 ADJUSTED NUT 2 G CONSOLE 1

C4 ADJUSTED END 2 G1 SCREW 4

D CONSOLE SUPPORTING TUBE 1 H WATER BOTTLE HOLDER 1

D1 SENSOR WIRE 1 J1 SCREW M8 x 16 4

D2 HANDL PULSE RING 2 J2 SCREW M8 x 60 4

D3 HANDL PULSE WIRE 2 J3 BOLT M12 x 73 2

D4 SPACER RING 2 J4 NUT M12 4

D5 HANDLE PULSE 4 J5 BOLT M12 x 109 2

D6 UPPER HANDLE PULSE HOUSING 2 J6 SCREW M5 2

D7 LOEWR HANDLE PULSE HOUSING 2 J8 SCREW M8 x 20 2

D8 HANDLE PULSE RING 2 J9 WASHER M12 4

D9 FOAM SPACER RING 2 I ADAPTOR 1

D10 SPONG HDR 2

D11 SPONG HDR 2

D12 SCREW M3 x 8 4

D13 END CAP 2

E1 HANDLE BAR ( L ) 1

E2 HANDLE BAR ( R ) 1

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9.4 Exploded drawing

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CONTACT

Company head oce

Sport-Tiedje GmbH
Flensburger Str. 55
24837 Schleswig
Germany

GENERAL INFORMATION:

DE [phone]

[e-mail]

NL [phone]

info@tshop.nl

UK [phone]

orders@powerhousetness.co.uk

DISCLAIMER

©2010 cardiostrong is a registered brand of the company Sport-Tiedje
GmbH. All rights reserved. Any use of this trademark without the explicit
written permission of Sport-Tiedje is prohibited.

Product and manual are subject to change. Technical data can be changed without
advance notice.

Hotline for Technical Information

DE [phone]

[phone]
[e-mail]

NL [phone]

info@tshop.nl

UK [phone]

support@powerhousetness.co.uk

www.sport-tiedje.com
www.cardiostrong.de

Please nd a detailed overview including address and opening hours for all specialist
tness stores of the Sport-Tiedje Group in Germany and abroad on the following
website.

www.sport-tiedje.com/en/stores

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