Epic EPEL42550 Owner's Manual

Model No. EPEL4255.0
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the space

bove for future reference.

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Serial

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CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this man
ual for future reference.

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USER'S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

mportant Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

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efore You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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ow to Assemble the Elliptical Exerciser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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ow to Move the Elliptical Exerciser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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ow to Use the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Exercise Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Part List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Exploded Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

How to Order Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions

and information before operating the elliptical exerciser.

1. Read all instructions in this manual and all
warnings on the elliptical exerciser before
using the elliptical exerciser.

2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical exerciser are
adequately informed of all precautions.

3. Use the elliptical exerciser only as described
in this manual.

4. The elliptical exerciser is intended for home
use only. Do not use the elliptical exerciser in
a commercial, rental, or institutional setting.

5. Keep the elliptical exerciser indoors, away
from moisture and dust. Place the elliptical
exerciser on a level surface, with a mat be­neath it to protect the floor or carpet. Make
sure that there is enough clearance around
the elliptical exerciser to mount, dismount,
and use it.

6. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu­larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.

7. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical exerciser at all times.

10.Keep your back straight when using the ellip­tical exerciser; do not arch your back.

11.If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and begin cooling down.

12.Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the elliptical exerciser. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.

13.The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move­ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general.

14.When you stop exercising, allow the pedals
to slowly come to a complete stop. The ellip­tical exerciser does not have a free wheel;
the pedals will continue to move until the fly­wheel stops.

15.The battery pack contains materials that are
considered hazardous to the environment.
Proper disposal of the battery is required by
federal law. See HOW TO REPLACE THE
BATTERY PACK on page 21.

8. The elliptical exerciser should not be used by
persons weighing more than 350 pounds.

Always hold the handlebars when mounting,

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dismounting, or using the elliptical exerciser.

16.The decals shown on page 4 have been
placed on the elliptical exerciser. If either
decal is missing or illegible, please call the
toll-free telephone number on the front cover
of this manual and order a free replacement
decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.

WARNING:Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This

is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for selecting the new EPIC®EX 1000

OMMERCIAL PRO elliptical exerciser. The EX 1000

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elliptical exerciser is an incredibly smooth exerciser
that moves your feet in a natural elliptical path, mini­mizing the impact on your knees and ankles. And the
EX 1000 elliptical exerciser offers an array of features
designed to help you achieve your fitness goals in the
convenience and privacy of your home.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical exerciser. If you have ques-

tions after reading this manual, please call the toll-free
telephone number on the front cover of this manual. To

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help us assist you, please note the product model

umber and serial number before calling. The model

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number is EPEL4255.0. The serial number can be
found on a decal attached to the elliptical exerciser
(see the front cover of this manual for the location of
the decal).

To avoid a registration fee for any service needed
under warranty, you must register the elliptical ex­erciser at www.iconservice.com/registration.

Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.

Water Bottle Holder*

Console

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Pedal Cover

Handle

Wheel

Levelling Foot

Levelling Foot

No water bottle is included

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HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER

o hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser, call toll-free 1-800-445-2480.

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Assembly requires two persons. Set the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove all packing materials.
Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly can be completed using the in­cluded hex keys.

1. Lift the Left Handlebar Arm (17) to the position
shown. Attach the Left Handlebar Arm to the Left
Handlebar (19) with two 3/8” x 5/8” Shoulder
Screws (58).

Attach the Right Handlebar Arm (not shown) to the
Right Handlebar (20) in the same way.

2. Have another person hold the Upright (2) in the po­sition shown. Connect the Lower Battery Wire (77)
to the Upper Battery Wire (78). Next, connect the
Lower Controller Wire (80) to the Upper Controller
Wire (79).

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Attach the Upright (2) to the Frame (1) with four
3/8” x 1 1/4” Button Head Screws (48) and four 3/8”
Split Washers (85). Make sure that no wires are

pinched between the Upright and the Frame.

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HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER

HOW TO MOVE AND LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL
EXERCISER

ee the left inset drawing and locate the two levelling

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eet under the rear of the elliptical exerciser. Turn the

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levelling feet so that they are not touching the floor.

Due to the size and weight of the elliptical exer­ciser, moving it requires two persons. With the

help of another person, lift the handle on the rear of
the elliptical exerciser until the elliptical exerciser will
roll on the front wheels, carefully move the elliptical
exerciser to the desired location, and then lower the
elliptical exerciser.

of injury, bend your legs and keep your back
straight. Make sure to use your legs rather than
your back to lift the elliptical exerciser. Do not at­tempt to move the elliptical exerciser over an un­even surface.

Next, turn the two levelling feet under the rear of the
elliptical exerciser until they are just touching the
floor.

CAUTION: To decrease the risk

Lift

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Wheel

If the elliptical exerciser rocks slightly on your floor,
see the right inset drawing and turn the levelling feet
under the front of the elliptical exerciser until the
rocking motion is eliminated.

Levelling

Feet

Levelling

Foot

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NOTES

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HOW TO USE THE CONSOLE

Matrix

Main Display

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The console offers an impressive array of features de­signed to help you get the greatest benefits from your
exercise on the elliptical exerciser. When the QUICK
START
can be changed with the touch of a button. As you ex­ercise, the console will provide continuous exercise
feedback. You can even measure
the built-in pulse sensor.

In addition, the console offers a wide selection of work
out programs.
resistance of the pedals as it guides you through an ef­fective workout.

mode is selected, the resistance of the pedals

your heart rate using

Each program automatically controls the

The console also offers two PULSE

programs that automatically adjust the resistance of
the pedals to keep your heart rate near a target level
during your workouts.

Before using the elliptical exerciser, please read
OVERVIEW OF THE CONSOLE on pages 9 to 11. To
use the QUICK START mode of the console, follow
the steps beginning on page 12. To use the MANUAL

program, see page 12. To use the RANDOM pro
gram, see page 14. To use a PULSE program, see

page 15. To use the INTERVAL program, see page

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16. To use the PLATEAU program, see page 17. To

use the FOOTHILLS, PEAKS, or ALL-TERRAIN pro
gram, see page 18. To use the maintenance mode,

see page 19.

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VERVIEW OF THE CONSOLE

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THE BUTTONS

For your benefit, please read all of the instructions
on pages 9 to 11 before you use the elliptical exer­ciser.

HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE

To activate the console, simply begin pedaling at a ca­dence of about 25 revolutions per minute (RPM) or
faster. The main display will light, the indicators on the
QUICKTOUCH PROGRAMS buttons will begin to
flash, a tone will sound, and the words “PLEASE SE­LECT A PROGRAM TO BEGIN” will scroll across the
main display. Whilst you pedal, power will be supplied
by a generator; remember to continue pedaling whilst
using the elliptical exerciser.

HOW TO TURN OFF THE CONSOLE

To turn off the console, simply stop pedaling. If the
pedals are not moved for a short period of time, the
console will automatically turn off.

he CLEAR button—

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button is used to reset the

onsole. When this button is

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pressed, the main display will
be reset and the words
“PLEASE SELECT A PRO­GRAM TO BEGIN” will scroll across the main display.
Note: If one program is started and then a different
program is selected, the main display will not be reset
unless the CLEAR button is pressed before the second
program is selected.

The QUICKTOUCH RESISTANCE buttons—These
buttons control the resistance of the pedals. There are
twenty resistance settings, from 0.5 to 10. Each time
the + or – button is pressed, the resistance setting will
change by 0.5. When one of the buttons numbered 1
to 10 is pressed, the corresponding resistance setting
will be selected. Note: It may take a moment for the
pedals to reach the selected resistance setting.

This

The QUICKTOUCH PROGRAMS buttons—These
buttons are used to select the QUICK START mode
and the programs.

The ENTER button and +
and – buttons—These but-

tons are used to enter infor­mation into the console.

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