Cateye EC5000E User Manual
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STAIR CLIMBER TYPE
Cateye Ergociser
MODEL EC-5000
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EC-5OOO
Pulse Symbol
Pulse Rate Graph
GRAPH SCREEN
CONTROL UNIT
Graph Screen
Numeric Screen
Reset Button
Resets the program back to initial state.
Value Adjustment Button
Before exercise
increases or decreases the blinking
number
During exercise
increases or decreases exercise level
After exercise
scrolls back or forth the graph screen
ADV Button
Makes the program proceed to subsequent
stages.
Mode Button
Before exercise
Selects the program and changes the
item to input.
During exercise
Switches the display from total elevation to calorie consumption, and from
exercise level to work rate respectively,
and vice versa.
Card Inlet
Insert the Data Card
Sensor Clip
Keep pulse sensor attached here while not
in use.
NAME OF PARTS
MAIN FRAME
Control Unit
Tray
You can place data cards, drinks, headphone stereo etc.
Pulse Sensor Jack
Insert the pulse sensor plug.
Joint Pipe
Control Unit Cover
Exercise Pattern Number
Program Symbol
AUTO --------------------- Automatic training
INTVL--------------------- Interval training
HILL ----------------------- Hill profile training
MANUAL---------------- Manual training
ORG ----------------------- Original pattern training
Before exercise During exercise
Age-------------------------------------- Pulse rate (bpm)
Upper pulse limit (bpm) ----------- Pedal speed (ft/min)
Exercise level/Target pulse rate - Exercise level/Watts
Weight---------------------------------- Total elevation/Calorie consumption
Target time---------------------------- Elapsed time
EC-5OOO
Pedal Speed Scale
Pedal Speed Graph
Time Scale
NUMERIC SCREEN
Console post fastening bolt
Main Body
Pedals
AC Adapter Inlet
Power Switch
Casters
Handrail Grip
Console Post Cover
Handrail Pipe
Rear Leg
Level Adjuster
Adjustable for uneven floor
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
After you read the Starting up section of this manual, assemble your Cateye
Ergociser™ and try it out. When you get used to the machine and develop a
greater interest in it, please read the Operation section in preparation to trying the machine's numerous functions. Turn to the Reference section whenever the need arises.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 ASSEMBLY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
2 POSTURE AND PEDALING --------------------------------------------------------- 8
3 INSTALLING THE PULSE SENSOR -------------------------------------------------- 9
4 YOUR FIRST STEP ----------------------------------------------------------------- 10
5 THE FIVE PROGRAMS YOU CAN ENJOY --------------------------------------- 12
6 USING YOUR CATEYE STAIR CLIMBER WITHOUT A DATA CARD -------- 14
Starting upOperation
1 TRAINING INDEX AND TERMINOLOGY ----------------------------------------- 18
2 FEATURES OF TRAINING PROGRAMS ------------------------------------------- 20
3 AUTOMATIC TRAINING ----------------------------------------------------------- 22
4 INTERVAL TRAINING -------------------------------------------------------------- 24
5 HILL PROFILE TRAINING--------------------------------------------------------- 26
6 MANUAL TRAINING --------------------------------------------------------------- 28
7 ORIGINAL PATTERN TRAINING ------------------------------------------------- 30
8 HOW TO MAKE A DATA CARD ------------------------------------------------ 32
1 WIRELESS CHESTBELT PULSE SENSOR ----------------------------------------- 36
2 TROUBLE SHOOTING AND HANDLING CARE --------------------------------- 37
3 WARRANTY SERVICE AND OPTIONAL PARTS -------------------------------- 38
4 SPECIFICATIONS -------------------------------------------------------------------- 39
Reference
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for purchasing the Model EC-5000 Stair Climber type Cateye
Ergociser™. The model EC-5000 is a new high-tech stepping exerciser with a built-in
computerized training system designed specifically to promote cardiovascular fitness and
overall endurance, the keystone of good health. With its five training programs, the EC5000 will help you to maintain or improve your physical condition in a fun and pleasant
way. We hope you will make good use of your Cateye Ergociser™ for years to come.
Before using your new exerciser, please read this manual carefully. Then keep it in a safe
place along with the warranty card.
FOR SAFE OPERATION
For safe use, always observe the following rules.
1. Before using the EC-5000, it is important to consult a medical specialist if you are
suffering from any of the following : heart disease (angina pectoris, myocardial infarction), hypertension, diabetes, respiratory disease (asthma, chronic bronchitis, pulmonary emphysema, etc.), articular metamorphosis, rheumatism, gout, or other diseases
and physical complaints. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before
commencing a training program.
2. If you are not used to regular physical activity, it may be dangerous to suddenly engage
in strenuous activity. Increase your exercise level gradually.
3. If you feel sick or sense something wrong with your body during exercise, stop immediately.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this exerciser.
DANGER------------- To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. Always unplug this AC adapter from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
Starting up
1 ASSEMBLY
2 POSTURE AND PEDALING
3 INSTALLING THE PULSE SENSOR
4 YOUR FIRST STEP
5 THE FIVE PROGRAMS YOU CAN ENJOY
6 USING YOUR CATEYE STAIR CLIMBER WITHOUT A DATA CARD
Make sure all components are included in a package.
Console post
Metal fitting
WARNING--------- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. An AC adapter appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use,
and before putting on or taking of parts.
2. Close supervision is necessary when this exerciser is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or disabled persons.
3. Use this exerciser only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended
by the manufacturer.
4. Never operate this exerciser if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or
damaged, or dropped into water. Return the exerciser to a service center for examination and repair.
5. Do not carry this exerciser by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
6. Keep the cord away from heated surface.
7. Never operate the exerciser with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like.
8. Never drop or insert any object into an opening.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
11. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.
This exerciser is intended for both household and commercial use.
This equipment has been certified to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of
Part 15 of FCC Rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply
with the Class B limits may be attached to this computer. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in
interference to radio and TV reception.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Console post cover
Main body unit
Handrail pipes (2) Rear legs L, R Trays L, R
Data card ------ 10 Pulse sensor Screw set AC Adapter Tool kit Operating Instruction
Start card --------1 •screw bolts ------ 14 •screw driver (this book)
Joint pipe
•tapping screws-- 13 •hexagon wrench Warranty Certificate
•nuts---------------- 4 •spanner wrench
•washer ------------ 2 •cable tie
Control unit
Control unit cover
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Starting up
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ASSEMBLY
Attaching the rear legs
• Insert the rear legs L and R to the bottom pipe of the main body, and
fasten them securely using the screws and screw driver or spanner
wrench provided.
screw bolt
main body
rear leg
Mounting the console post
• Insert the console post into the main body as illustrated.
Note Watch the front and back of the console post.
• Fasten the cable at the top of the console post using the cable tie.
FRONT
console post
INSERT
cable
console post
5
-2
6
-1
3
-2
4
2
6
-2
6
-1
5
-2
Mounting the handrail pipes
• Place the bottom end of the handrail pipe on the projection of the
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rear leg , and fasten it with the screw bolts and nuts.
• Connect the top end of the handrail pipe with the joint pipe, and fasten them with the screw bolts.
• Use the hexagon wrench to tighten the console post fastening bolt
securely.
Note When you want to loosen the console post fixing bolt for any
purpose, loosen it only to the necessary extent.
handrail pipe
nut
joint pipe
screw bolt
handrall grip
rear leg
handrail pipe
screw bolt
console post
fastening bolt
TIGHTEN
hexagon
wrench
cable tie
Attaching the console post cover and control unit cover
• Mount the console post cover over the console post.
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• Place the control unit cover on the console post cover, and fix it into
the console post cover. The cable should come up through the opening of the control unit cover.
console post cover
control unit cover
cable
console post
cover
Attaching the joint pipe
• Mount the joint pipe on the top of the console post cover, attach the
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metal fitting and fasten it with screws.
• Fasten the control unit cover on the metal fitting, tightening the
screws under the cover.
screw bolt
tapping screw
5
-1
1
5
-3
3
-1
Attaching the control unit
• Place the trays L and R on the joint pipe, and fasten with tapping screw
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and washer from the bottom.
• Insert the cable connector coming out of the console post cover into the
cable inlet at the back of the control unit.
Note Watch the direction of the cable connector, and be sure to completely insert. If not fully connected, the control unit will not work.
• Place the control unit on the control unit cover, and fasten the 7 screws
from below.
Remark The select switch at the back of the control unit serves to
shift the scale units. At our factory, the unit is set for feet and pound.
No.1: ON ---------meter/kg No.2: ON--------- Japanese
No.1: OFF--------feet/lb No.2: OFF ------- English
cable inlet
select switch
Control unit back view
control unit
cable
connector
joint pipe
metal fitting
1
washer
5
-1
6
tapping screw
7
tray L
tapping screw
tray R
control unit cover
Starting up
Starting up
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POSTURE AND PEDALING
1. The pedal will slowly go down when you step on it. Before the
pedal goes all the way down to the bottom, start pushing the
other pedal rhythmically.
2. Hold the handrail until you get used to the stepping motion.
3. The data display will not be accurate if you lean too much on
the handrail. Either release the handrail or lightly hold it only
occasionally when you get used to the exercise.
4. The faster the climbing speed is, afaster stepping action is required.
Remark You may sometimes fail to catch up to the stepping speed, while you are a beginner. Also the stepping
speed can be decreased by the – button, except in Automatic training, use this button to adjust the stepping speed
to the level that can keep you stepping without dropping
either pedal to the bottom.
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Your pulse rate is detected from your earlobe by the
pulse sensor provided. Since the pulse sensor is a
delicate electronic part, handle it with sufficient
attention.
INSTALLING THE PULSE SENSOR
Connecting the pulse sensor
• Insert the pulse sensor plug into the sensor jack on the back
of control unit. Always keep the pulse sensor on the sensor
clip of the control unit, when it is not being used.
pulse sensor jack
pulse sensor plug
sensor clip
Adjustment and transportation
• If the floor surface is uneven, turn
the appropriate level adjuster(s) located under the main body and rear
legs until the unit becomes stable.
• To move the unit, lift the rear leg
part and roll the unit on the front
casters.
Using pulse sensor during exercise
When the pulse sensor is correctly attached, the heart symbols
appears blinking on the graph screen as soon as the program
starts, and the pulse rate figure is displayed on the numeric
screen. Note the following:
• Clip the pulse sensor at the center of your right or left earlobe
as illustrated.
• When it is cold, massage your earlobe before use to improve
blood circulation.
• Attach the cable clip to your clothes to prevent excessive
swinging of the sensor cable.
• Ear rings or other ornaments must be removed when attaching the sensor.
• If the pulse rate reading frequently turns to 0, the pulse sensor may be not correctly attached to your earlobe. Remove it
once and reattach it.
• Try not to change the position of the pulse sensor during the
exercise.
• When removing the pulse sensor after exercise, be sure to remove also the cable clip.
Caution The sensor cable can be damaged when pulled or
jerked. Treat it with care, for indefinite use.
pulse (earlobe)
sensor
pulse (earlobe) sensor
pulse (earlobe)
sensor
higher
level adjuster
lower
caster
When the pulse rate display is abnormal
• If the pulse rate display is still irregular even after trying several different attaching positions, the sensor is considered to
be damaged. In such a case, replace the pulse sensor with a
new one (available as spare parts).
level adjuster
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9
cable clip
Starting up
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YOUR FIRST STEP
Connect AC adapter
Turn on power
Attach pulse sensor
Turn on power and attach pulse sensor
• Insert the DC connector of the AC adaptor into the AC adapter inlet at
the rear of the exerciser.
• Insert the AC plug of the AC adaptor into any household AC outlet
(120V).
• Turn on power switch. The control unit should display “WELCOME”
message and prompt you to attach the pulse sensor and to either insert
the data card or to press ADV button.
• Attach the pulse sensor to your either earlobe. When it is cold and the blood
circulation at the earlobe is not active, massage the earlobe for a while.
Caution Do not use any AC adaptor other than the one supplied with
the Model EC-5000.
Insert the start card (yellow card provided)
• Find the yellow card (start card) in the packaging of the exerciser. Insert
this card into the slot of the control unit (card inlet). If the card is reversed, the unit will not work. Be sure to insert as shown in the drawing.
Caution Use only the yellow card at this stage. It is a sample card
with the exercise data already registered in it. The unit will not work
with the black cards since they do not contain any data yet. Refer to
page 32 regarding how to make your own data card.
Checking the screen display
• The graph screen prompts you to press ADV button,
and the numeric screen should be as in the drawing. If
these displays do not appear, pull the card out and
slowly insert it again. The numbers in the display represent training conditions.
1 "HILL" which is short for "hill profile training"
shows the type of training to be engaged in. The
pedal speed will automatically change according to
the hill shape.
2 "1" indicates the shape of the hill to be climbed.
"1" is the gentlest slope.
3 The figure "50" shows the Age.
4 "150" is the upper pulse rate limit, automatically set by the machine (200 –
age). If this pulse rate is exceeded while training, an alarm will sound and
the pedal speed will become the minimum.
5 “-5-” (level) means the exercise intensity. 5 is standard, and it’s adjustable from
1 (easiest) to 9 (hardest). The difference from one level to the next is about 6%.
6 160 is for body weight in pounds. This value is used in the calculation of
calorie consumption.
7 Exercise time is shown by "15:00", which means 15 minutes.
8 The lower part of the graph screen shows the changes of pedal speed in this
program.
9 The upper part of the graph screen shows the message for next procedure.
Remark The data on the screen can be revised at this stage. For instance,
the + – buttons will raise or lower any of the above numbers. The MODE
button will shift the items to adjust. However, the purpose of this section is
to get you acquainted with EC-5000, so if you change any of the numerical
values, please return them to their original setting.
Insert start card
Review displays on the
screens
power switch
start card
Adjusting numerical values
Shifting items to adjust
AC adapter inlet
DC connector
card inlet
Press ADV button
(Start of the exercise)
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Start stepping
Press ADV button to start
• Press ADV button.
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• A short buzzer beeps, and the message as “HILL
START” blinks several seconds on the graph screen,
to announce the start of a Hill Profile training.
• Start stepping slowly. As time goes on, the descending
speed of the pedal will gradually become faster. Begin
stepping the other pedal before one pedal goes all the
way down.
• The numeric and graph screens will show such data as
in the drawing. The numbers on this screen represent
your current condition, which will keep changing with
the lapse of time.
1 Heartbeats per minute.
2 Pedal speed represented by feet per minute.
3 Exercise level at present. Adjustable by +-buttons during the session, if you
wish.
4 Accumulated height (feet) you have climbed since the start of exercise.
5 Elapsed time after starting the current session.
6 The graph screen shows the changes of your pulse rate in the upper part,
and the pedal speed in the lower part. The dot column of the current time
frame is blinking. As time goes on, the blinking row in the graphic part will
shift one by one toward the right hand. According to the position of the
blinking row you can find how far you have progressed in the current session. The graphic display can be recalled after the exercise, though a part of
it is once rolled out of the screen.
Calorie/Watts display
• Pushing MODE button gives you the option of viewing the work rate in watts
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(how much power you are generating) and calorie consumption (kcal), instead
of exercise level and total elevation respectively.
• Just keep on pedaling for a while. As you continue, pedal speed will change,
energy expenditure will change, and your pulse rate will also change. The
Model EC-5000 lets you keep track of all such information while you exercise.
Finish of exercise
• When 15 minutes have elapsed, a buzzer will sound and the session will auto-
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matically finish.
• You can also stop exercise before completing 15 minutes, by pressing ADV
button.
• The display on the screen will remain even after finishing the exercise. At this
stage, you can review the changes of pedal speed and your pulse rate throughout the whole session.
• Press RESET button and the program completely ends, and the screen turns to
the initial state of “WELCOME” message.
The description up to this point is only the beginning of the Model EC-5000 Cateye
Stair Climber functions. Let us move on to an explanation of other functions.
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Press MODE button
(Switching displays)
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Press ADV button
(Finishing the exercise)
Press RESET button
(End of entire program)
Start Training
Switching display items
Finishing the exercise half way
Complete end of the program
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