Horizon Fitness Avalon User Manual

OWNER’S GUIDE

ENDURANCE EXTREME

Horizon Fitness

800 Burton Blvd

Deforest, Wisconsin 53532

Customer Assistance Center: 1.888.993.3199

Fax: [phone] or www.horizonfitness.com

Rev.v1.0

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Table of Contents

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
GETTING STARTED/POWER 5
MOVING/FOOT POSITION 6
QUICK START UP 7
DISPLAY 8
PROGRAMMING 10
PROGRAM DETAILS 11
HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAM & CHEST
STRAP TRANSMITTER PLACEMENT 12
MONITORING/TARGET ZONE 13
EXERCISE GUIDELINES 15
STRETCHING 17
WARM UP & COOL DOWN 18
FITNESS GOALS 19
WEEKLY LOG SHEETS 20
MONTHLY LOG SHEETS 21
COMMON QUESTIONS 22
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 23
HOME USE WARRANTY 25

LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY

FRAME - LIFETIME

Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and
materials for the lifetime of the original owner.

ELECTRONICS & PARTS - 2 year

Horizon Fitness warrants the electronic components and all original parts for a
period of two years from the date of original purchase, so long as the device
remains in the possession of the original owner.

LABOR - 1 year

Horizon Fitness shall cover the labor cost for the repair of the device for a
period of one year from the date of the original purchase, so long as the
device remains in the possession of the original owner.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

This warranty applies only to the original owner and is not transferable. This war­ranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of a defective frame, elec­tronic component, or defective part and is the sole remedy of the warranty. The
warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, improper assembly or mainte­nance, or installation of parts or accessories not originally intended or compati­ble with the elliptical trainer as sold. The warranty does not apply to damage or
failure due to accident, abuse, corrosion, discoloration of paint or plastic, or neg­lect. Horizon Fitness shall not be responsible for incidental or consequential
damages. All returns must be pre-authorized by Horizon Fitness. Horizon
Fitness’ obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing or repairing, at
Horizon Fitness’ option, the product at one of its authorized service centers. An
Horizon Fitness authorized service center must receive all products for which a
warranty claim is made. These products must be received with all freight and
other transportation charges prepaid, accompanied by sufficient proof of pur­chase. Parts and electronic components reconditioned to As New Condition by
Horizon Fitness or its vendors may sometimes be supplied as warranty replace­ment parts and constitute fulfillment of warranty terms. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and your rights may vary from state to state.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

Y our warranty card must be completed and sent to Horizon Fitness or register on
line at www.horizonfitness.com, before a warranty claim can be processed.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be
followed. Read all instructions before using this exercise product.

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons:

• Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this
Owner's guide. Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacture.

• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

• Do not remove the elliptical trainer's side covers. Service should be

performed only by an authorized Horizon Fitness service provider.

• Never operate this elliptical trainer if it has a damaged cord or plug,
if it is not working properly, if it has been damaged, or immersed in
water.

• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Only use the power cord provided with your Horizon Fitness Elliptical

Trainer.

• Never place the power cord under carpeting or place any object on
top of the power cord, which may pinch or damage it.

• Unplug your Horizon Fitness Elliptical Trainer before moving it.

Basic Troubleshooting - continued

Problem: Erratic or Inconsistent Readout.
Solution: This is often caused by dry electrodes or a loose chest strap.

Moisture on the rubber electrodes is required for proper operation. Try a
more generous coating of water on the electrodes and tightening the
chest strap.

Chest your exercise environment for sources of interference such as
high power lines, large motors, etc.

You may experience an erratic readout under the following conditions:

- Gripping the heart rate handlebars too tight. Try to maintain moderate
pressure while holding onto the heart rate handlebars.

- Constant movement and vibration due to constantly holding the heart
rate grips while exercising.

- When you are breathing heavily during a workout.

- When your hands are constricted by wearing a ring.

- When your hands are dry or cold. Try moistening your palms or
rubbing them together to warm.

- Anyone with heavy arrhythmia.

- Anyone with arteriosclerosis or peripheral circulation disorder.

- Anyone whose skin on the measuring palms is especially thick.
Note: Outside interference sources such as computers, motors and flu-

orescent lights may cause the heart rate reading to be erratic.

If the above troubleshooting section does not remedy the problem,

discontinue use and turn the power off.

DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE, PLEASE CONTACT THE

HORIZON FITNESS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER;

TOLLFREE @ 1-888-993-3199.

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OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR HORIZON FITNESS
ELLIPTICAL TRAINER.

CAUTION!

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

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

• Do not turn pedal arms by hand.

• Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of the elliptical

trainer.

• Make sure handlebars are secure before each use.

• Read the owner's guide before operating this elliptical trainer.

• Maintain a comfortable pace. Do not ‘sprint’ above 80 rpms on this

machine.

• To maintain balance it is recommended to keep a grip on the
handlebars while exercising, mounting or dismounting the machine.

CHILDREN

• Keep children off of your elliptical trainer at all times.

• When the elliptical is in use, young children and pets should be kept

at least 10 feet away.

CLEANING

• Clean with soap and slightly damp cloth only. Never use solvents.

BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING

Your Horizon Fitness elliptical is designed to be reliable and mainte­nance free. However, if you do experience problems with your elliptical,
please reference the troubleshooting guide listed below.

Problem: There is no display on the console.
Solution: Remove the console and verify that the console cable is

attached properly, making sure that the cable is securely inserted into
the console.

Problem: The elliptical trainer makes a squeaking or chirping noise.
Solution: Loosen all bolts attached during the assembly process,

grease the threads and tighten again.
Problem: The resistance levels seem to be incorrect, seeming too hard

or too easy.
Solution: Reset the console and allow the resistance to reset to the
default position. Restart the console and retry the resistance levels.

Heart Rate Troubleshooting
Problem: There is no heart rate reading

Solution: Remove the console and verify that the heart rate cables are

attached properly, making sure that the cables are securely inserted into
the console.
Solution: If you are using the chest strap, there may be a poor connec­tion between the electrodes and the skin. Remoisten the electrodes with
water.
Solution: The chest strap may not be positioned properly. Reposition
the chest strap. It may be necessary to experiment with the fit and posi­tion of the chest strap.
Solution: Verify that the distance between the chest strap and the con­sole is not beyond the recommended range of 36 inches.
Solution: The battery in the chest strap may be dead. Take the chest
strap to a jewelry store or return to Horizon Fitness for a battery replace­ment.

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