ELITE SERIES
ELLIPTICAL U S E R ’ S GUIDE
FOR MODELS :
2.3E
3.3E
4.3E
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IMPORTANT
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ELLIPTICAL
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CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
TROUBLESHOOTING
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LIMITED
WARRANTY
INTRODUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS and THANK YOU for your purchase of this Elite Series elliptical!
Whether your goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fuller, healthier lifestyle, an Elite Series elliptical can
help you attain it – adding club-quality performance to your at-home workouts, with the ergonomics
and innovative features you need to get stronger, healthier and faster. Because we're committed to
designing fitness equipment from the inside out, we use only the highest quality components. It's a
commitment we back with one of the strongest frame-to-brake warranty packages in the industry.
You want exercise equipment that offers the most comfort, the best reliability and the highest quality
in its class.
The Horizon Elite Series delivers.
IN TRODUCTION
TA B L E OF CO N T E NT S
Important Precautions
Assembly
Before You Begin
Elliptical Operation
Conditioning Guidelines
Troubleshooting & Maintenance
Limited Warranty
CONTACT INFORMATION
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this elliptical. When using an electrical product, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this elliptical. It is the
responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this elliptical are adequately informed of all warnings
and precautions. If you have any questions after reading this manual, contact Customer Tech Support at
the number listed on the back panel of this manual.
IM PORTA NT PR EC AU TIONS
At NO time should pets or children under the age of 12 be closer to the elliptical than 10 feet.
At NO time should children under the age of 12 use the elliptical.
Children over the age of 12 should not use the elliptical without adult supervision.
It is essential that your elliptical is used only indoors, in a climate controlled room. If your elliptical has been
exposed to colder temperatures or high moisture climates, it is strongly recommended that the elliptical is
warmed up to room temperature before first time use. Failure to do so may cause premature electronic failure.
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons:
• If you experience any kind of pain, including, but not limited to chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or
shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.
• 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.
• Do not wear clothes that might catch on any part of the elliptical.
• Do not turn pedal arms by hand.
• Make sure handlebars are secure before each use.
• Do not insert or drop any object into any opening.
• Unplug elliptical before moving or cleaning it. To clean, wipe surfaces down with soap and slightly damp
cloth only; never use solvents. (See MAINTENANCE)
• This elliptical should not be used by persons weighing more than 300 pounds on the 2.3E and 325 pounds
on the 3.3E and 4.3E. Failure to comply will void the warranty.
• This elliptical is intended for in-home use only. Do not use this elliptical in any commercial, rental, school
or institutional setting. Failure to comply will void the warranty.
• Do not use elliptical in any location that is not temperature controlled, such as but not limited to garages,
porches, pool rooms, bathrooms, car ports or outdoors. Failure to comply may void the warranty.
• Use the elliptical only as described in this manual.
AS SEMBLY
IMPORTANT: READ THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
There are several areas during the assembly process of a elliptical that special attention must be paid. It is
very important to follow the assembly instructions correctly and to make sure all parts are firmly tightened.
If the assembly instructions are not followed correctly, the elliptical could have frame parts that are not
tightened and will seem loose and may cause irritating noises. To prevent damage to the elliptical, the
assembly instructions must be reviewed and corrective actions should be taken.
UNPACKING
Unpack the product where you will be using it. Place the product on a level flat surface. It is recommended
that you place a protective covering on your floor. During each assembly step, ensure that ALL nuts and
bolts are in place and partially threaded in before completely tightening any ONE bolt.
NOTE: A light application of grease may aid in the installation of hardware. Any grease, such as lithium
bike grease is recommended.
Before proceeding, find your elliptical’s serial number
located on the console mast frame bracket and enter
it in the space provided below. Also locate the model
name which is located on the side cover badge.
ENTER YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND
MODEL NAME IN THE BOxES BELOW:
SERIAL NUMBER :
MODEL NAME:
* Refer to the SERIAL NUMBER and MODEL NAME when calling for service.
* Also enter this serial number on your Warranty Card.
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TOOLS INCLUDED PARTS INCLUDED
c 5mm Allen Wrench
c Phillips Screw Driver
c 13/15mm Flat Wrench
c T Wrench
c 1 Console
c 1 Console Mast
c 1 Console Mast Boot (3.3E & 4.3E ONLY)
c 2 Upper Handlebars
c 2 Lower Handlebars
c 2 Front Handlebar Covers
c 2 Rear Handlebar Covers
c 2 Lower Link/Pedal Arms
c 2 Elbow Covers
c 2 Roller Wheel Covers
c 1 Water Bottle Holder (2.3E only)
c 1 Water Bottle
c 2 Pedal Arm Covers
c 1 Top Cap
c 2 Foot Levelers
c 2 Foot Pads
c 2 Rubber Insert Pads (4.3E ONLY)
c 2 Guide Rail End Caps
c 1 Power Supply
c 5 Hardware Bags
If you have questions or if there are any missing parts, we will guarantee complete satisfaction.
Customer Tech Support contact information is located on the back panel of this manual.
BOLT (A)
ARC WASHER (C)
SPRING WASHER (B)
FLAT WASHER (D)
SPRING WASHER (B)
CONSOLE MAST
TOP CAP
CONSOLE WIRES
MAIN FRAME BRACKET
MAIN FRAME
BOLT (A)
ASSEMBLY S T E P 1
A) Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 1.
B) Carefully pull the CONSOLE WIRES through the CONSOLE MAST using the twist tie located inside the CONSOLE MAST.
C) (For Models: 3.3E and 4.3E only) Slide the MAST BOOT onto and up the CONSOLE MAST.
D) Slide the TOP CAP onto and up the CONSOLE MAST.
E) Attach the CONSOLE MAST to the MAIN FRAME BRACKET using 2 BOLTS (A), 2 SPRING WASHERS (B), and 2 ARC
WASHERS (C) on the front of the console mast. Attach the CONSOLE MAST on the sides using 2 BOLTS (A), 2 SPRING
WASHERS (B), and 2 FLAT WASHERS (D) on each side.
F) Slide the TOP CAP (and boot if applicable) down onto the MAIN FRAME.
BOLT (A)
15 mm
Qty: 6
SPRING
WASHER (B)
15 mm
Qty: 6
FLAT
WASHER (D)
20 mm
Qty: 4
angle view
ARC
WASHER (C)
17 mm
Qty: 2
HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 1 CONTENTS :
CONSOLE (3.3E shown)
LED DISPLAY
CONSOLE MAST
CONSOLE MAST BOOT
CUP HOLDER (3.3E and 4.3E only)
LOWER LINK ARM
PIVOTING FOOT PAD
GUIDE RAIL END CAP
UPPER HANDLEBAR
HANDLEBAR COVER
LOWER HANDLEBAR
MAIN FRAME
PEDAL ARM
PEDAL ARM COVER
TRANSPORT WHEEL
FRONT STABILIZER TUBE
FOOT LEVELER
ROLLER WHEEL COVER
ELBOW COVERS
CONSOLE MAST
MAST BOOT
TOP CAP
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FLAT WASHER (E)
BOLT (F)
FOOT LEVELER
MAIN FRAME
FOOT LEVELER AXLE
A) Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 2.
B)
Slide FOOT LEVELER AXLE through MAIN
FRAME TUBE. (The FOOT LEVELER AXLE
is on top of bottom styrofoam, beside
the side shroud).
C) Slide left and right FOOT LEVELERS
onto MAIN FRAME.
D) Attach FOOT LEVELERS using a
WASHER (E) and BOLT (F) on each side
of the MAIN FRAME.
BOLT (F)
20 mm
Qty: 2
FLAT WASHER (E)
16 mm
Qty: 2
HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 2 CONTENTS :
PEDAL ARM
PIVOT TUBE
FLAT WASHER (H)
WAVY WASHER (I)
FLAT WASHER (J)
BOLT (K)
A) Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 3.
B) (For Model 4.3E only) Fit RUBBER PAD
into bottom of FOOT PAD with traction
nubs facing up.
C)
Attach FOOTPAD to LOWER LINK ARM
PLATE using 4 SCREWS (G).
D) Repeat on other side.
FOOT PAD
LOWER LINK ARM PLATE
SCREW (G)
RUBBER PAD
(4.3E only)
ASSEMBLY S T E P 4
HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 3 CONTENTS :
BOLT (K)
13 mm
Qty: 2
FLAT WASHER (H)
29 mm
Qty: 2
FLAT WASHER (J)
27 mm
Qty: 2
WAVY WASHER (I)
23 mm
Qty: 2
SCREW (L)
15mm
Qty: 2
SCREW (M)
12mm
Qty: 2
HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 4 CONTENTS :
A) Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 4.
B) Attach PEDAL ARM to PIVOT TUBE using FLAT WASHER (H), WAVY WASHER (I), FLAT WASHER (J), and
BOLT (K).
C) Repeat on other side.
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PRE-ATTACHED
BOLT AND WASHER
PRE-ATTACHED
WASHERS
CONSOLE MAST
LOWER HANDLEBAR
ASSEMBLY S T E P 4 (C ON T I N U E D )
A) HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 4 (continued).
B) Attach the PEDAL ARM COVER to the right PEDAL ARM using SCREW (L).
C) Repeat on the other side.
D) Attach the ROLLER WHEEL COVER to the right PEDAL ARM using SCREW (M).
E) Repeat on the other side.
F) Insert GUIDE RAIL END CAP into right GUIDE RAIL socket
E) Repeat on the other side.
NOTE: There is NO hardware bag for this step. All hardware is pre-installed.
A) Remove PRE-ATTACHED BOLTS & WASHERS from CONSOLE MAST.
B) Slide LOWER HANDLEBARS onto CONSOLE MAST and attach by re-inserting PRE-ATTACHED BOLT & WASHERS.
C) Repeat on other side.
D) (For 2.3E only) Attach WATER BOTTLE CAGE using PRE ATTACHED SCREWS.
After handlebars are assembled they will rotate freely – be cautious. Until the
machine is fully assembled, do not grab the handlebars for support.
ROLLER WHEEL COVER
PEDAL ARM COVER
PEDAL ARM
SCREW (M)
SCREW (L)
GUIDE RAIL END CAP
PRE ATTACHED SCREWS
WATER BOTTLE CAGE
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