Horizon Fitness EX-59 User's Guide
ELLIPTICAL GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION DE L’EXERCISEUR ELLIPTIQUE
GUÍA DEL USUARIO DE LA MÁQUINA ELÍPTICA
Read this ELLIPTICAL GUIDE before using the OWNER’S MANUAL.
Lire le présent GUIDE D’UTILISATION DE L’EXERCISEUR ELLIPTIQUE avant d’utiliser le MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE.
Lea esta GUÍA DEL USUARIO DE LA MÁQUINA ELÍPTICA antes de usar el MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO.
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read this ELLIPTICAL GUIDE before using the OWNER’S MANUAL. 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 guide, contact Customer Tech Support at the number listed on the back panel of the OWNER’S MAN UAL.
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At NO time should pets or children under the age of 13 be closer to the elliptical than 10 feet.
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS:
sIf 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.
sWhen exercising, always maintain a comfortable pace. Do not sprint above 80 RPMs on this machine.
sTo maintain balance, it is recommended to keep a grip on the handlebars while exercising, mounting or dismounting the machine.
sDo not turn pedal arms by hand.
sMake sure handlebars are secure before each use.
sKeep the topside of the foot support clean and dry.
sCare should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment. Before mounting or dismounting, move the pedal on the
mounting or dismounting side to its lowest position and bring the machine to a complete stop.
sDo not wear clothes that might catch on any part of the elliptical.
sAlways wear athletic shoes while using this equipment.
sDo not jump on the elliptical.
sAt no time should more than one person be on the elliptical while in operation.
sThis elliptical should not be used by persons weighing more than the specified user capacity in the OWNER’S MANUAL
WARRANTY SECTION. Failure to comply will void the warranty.
sThis 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.
sDo 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 will void the warranty.
sTo prevent electrical shock, never drop or insert any object into any opening.
sKeep power cord away from heated surfaces. Do not carry this unit by it’s supply cord or use the cord as a handle.
sDisconnect all power before servicing or moving the equipment. To clean, wipe surfaces down with soap and slightly damp cloth
only; never use solvents. (See MAINTENANCE)
sDo not use other attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer. Attachments may cause injury.
sDo not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or when oxygen is being administered.
sUse the elliptical only as described in the elliptical guide and owner’s manual.
WARNING
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At NO time should children under the age of 13 use the elliptical.
Children over the age of 13 or disabled persons 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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
If your elliptical has power incline with a 3-prong plug, you must follow these grounding instructions. If an elliptical should malfunction
or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electrical shock. This product
is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or
WARNING
Connect this exercise product to a properly grounded outlet only.
Never operate product with a damaged cord or plug even if it is working
properly. Never operate any product if it appears damaged, or has been
immersed in water. Contact Customer Tech Support for replacement or repair.
serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product. If it
will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This product is for use on a nominal 110-volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the illustration.
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BASIC OPERATION
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CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING YOUR ELLIPTICAL!
You’ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your elliptical is a tremendously effective
tool for achieving your personal fitness goals. Regular use of your elliptical can improve the quality of your life in so many ways.
Here are just a few of the health benefits of exercise:
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The key to reaping these benefits is to develop an exercise habit. Your new elliptical will help you eliminate obstacles that prevent
you from exercising. Inclement weather and darkness won’t interfere with your workout when you use your elliptical in the comfort
of your home. This guide provides you with basic information for using and enjoying your new machine.
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MOVING THE ELLIPTICAL
Your elliptical has a pair of transport wheels built into the front stabilizer tube. To move,
first remove the power supply and firmly grasp the steel portion of the rear stabilizer bar,
carefully tilt and roll. NOTE: be sure to grab the steel bar and not the plastic cover.
Our ellipticals are heavy, use care and additional help if necessary when moving.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.
WARNING
LEVELING THE ELLIPTICAL
Your elliptical should be level for optimum use. Once you have placed your elliptical where you intend to
use it, raise or lower one or both of the adjustable levelers located on the bottom of the elliptical frame*.
A carpenter’s level is recommended. Once you have leveled your elliptical, lock the levelers in place by
tightening the nuts against the frame. *NOTE: Some ellipticals do not have levelers.
POWER INCLINE OPERATION
Some elliptical models offer powered incline to add variety to your workouts. The incline can be adjusted
using the buttons on the console.
If the stop button is pressed to pause the program, the incline motor will remain at its current height.
To return the incline to 0%, press START/GO and change the incline to 0% before dismounting. If the
STOP button is held for 3 seconds to reset the console, the incline will also return to 0%.
MANUAL INCLINE OPERATION
Some elliptical models have an adjustable incline feature to add variety to your workouts. To adjust the
incline up or down, stand on the side of the elliptical and place your hand firmly on the top of the shroud
(as shown). With your other hand, carefully lift up on the adjustment bar, lifting and guiding it up and in.
NOTE: Some models may have a pin that would need to be pressed to move the ramp.
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ADJUSTMENT
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LOCATION OF THE ELLIPTICAL
Place the elliptical on a level surface. There should be 7 feet of clearance behind the
elliptical, 3 feet on each side and one foot in front for the power cord. Do not place the
elliptical in any area that will block any vent or air openings. The elliptical should not be
located in a garage, covered patio, near water or outdoors.
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Never operate product if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, if it has been damaged, or immersed in water. Contact Customer Tech
Support for examination and repair.
WARNING
FOOT POSITIONING
Your elliptical offers a variety of foot positions. Moving your foot to the forward most position of the foot pad increases your step height,
which will create a feel similar to a step machine. Placing your foot toward the back of the foot pad decreases your step height and
creates more of a gliding feel, similar to a smooth walk or run. Always make sure your entire foot is secured on the foot pad.
Your elliptical also allows you to pedal both forward and backwards to offer a variation to your workout and to focus on other major
leg muscle groups such as your hamstrings and calves.
POWER
Your elliptical is powered by a power supply. The power must be plugged into the power
jack, which is located in the front of the machine near the stabilizer tube. Some ellipticals
have a power switch, located next to the power jack. Make sure it is in the ON position.
NOTE: Some ellipticals have an ON/OFF switch located behind the console.
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The heart rate function on this product is not a medical device. While heart rate grips or a thumb pulse sensor can provide a
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relative estimation of your actual heart rate, they should not be relied on when accurate readings are necessary. Some people,
including those in a cardiac rehab program, may benefit from using an alternate heart rate monitoring system like a chest or
wrist strap. Various factors, including movement of the user, may affect the accuracy of your heart rate reading. The heart rate
reading is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general. Please consult your physician.
PULSE GRIPS
Place the palm of your hands directly on the grip pulse handlebars. Both hands must grip the bars for your heart rate to register. It
takes 5 consecutive heart beats (15-20 seconds) for your heart rate to register. When gripping the pulse handlebars, do not grip
tightly. Holding the grips tightly may elevate your blood pressure. Keep a loose, cupping hold. You may experience an erratic readout
if consistently holding the grip pulse handlebars. Make sure to clean the pulse sensors to ensure proper contact can be maintained.
THUMB PULSE
USING THE HEART RATE FUNCTION
Your elliptical could be equipped with either heart rate pulse grips or a thumb pulse sensor. To find out what your model has, refer to
the beginning of the ASSEMB LY section of your OWNER’S MANUAL.
FULL BODY WORKOUT
For a full body workout,
push and pull continuously
on the dual action arms
while pedaling.
Place and hold your thumb LIGHTLY over the thumb sensor. The sensor may not work properly if you press too hard. The sensor
CAUTION
window should be completely covered by your finger. Wait for a few seconds, and your heart rate will show in the heart rate window.
The thumb sensor can also read a pulse from your index finger.
Do not press excessively hard on the sensor as this may cause damage.
on the lowest foot pedal and pull yourself up onto the elliptical.
your other foot on the opposite pedal.
1. Stand on the side of the elliptical next to the lowest foot pedal.
2. While holding both of the stationary handlebars, place your foot
LOWER BODY WORKOUT
To focus on a lower body
workout, hold the stationary
handlebars only. This will target
your lower body muscles.
WORKOUT OPTIONS
MOUNTING THE ELLIPTICAL
3. Wait until the elliptical finds its resting place and then place
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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WIRELESS HEART RATE RECEIVER
Some ellipticals also include a built-in wireless heart rate receiver. When used in conjunction with a wireless chest transmitter,
your heart rate can be transmitted wirelessly to the elliptical and displayed on the console. Your elliptical may or may not include a
wireless chest transmitter (see the beginning of the ASSEMBLY section of your OWNER’S MANUAL).
Prior to wearing the wireless chest transmitter on your chest, moisten the two rubber electrodes with water. Center the chest strap
just below the breast or pectoral muscles, directly over your sternum, with the logo facing out. NOTE: The chest strap must be tight
and properly placed to receive an accurate and consistent readout. If the chest strap is too loose, or positioned improperly, you may
receive an erratic or inconsistent heart rate readout.
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sThe correct power cord is being used. Only
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SOLUTION: Verify the following:
PROBLEM: The resistance levels seem to be
incorrect, seeming too hard or too easy.
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING
sThe outlet the machine is plugged into is functional. Double
PROBLEM: The console does not light up.
SOLUTION: Verify the following:
use the power cord provided or authorized by
Customer Tech Support.
reset to the default position. Restart and retry
the resistance levels.
sReset the console and allow the resistance to
check that the breaker has not tripped.
cord included or provided by Customer Tech Support.
s The correct power cord is being used. Only use the power
PROBLEM: The roller wheels appear to be leaving
particles on the guide rails.
SOLUTION: This is considered normal wear of the
elliptical wheels. To remove, simply wipe off the roller
wheels and guide rails with a damp cloth.
plugged into the outlet AND the machine.
to all models).
console and check that all connections to the console are
s The power cord is not pinched or damaged and is properly
sThe power switch is turned to the ON position (may not apply
secure and not damaged or pinched.
s Turn off the machine and unplug power cord. Remove the
sIf your console uses batteries, they may need to be replaced.
PROBLEM: The elliptical makes a squeaking or
chirping noise.
PROBLEM: The console lights up but the Time/R PM’s do not
count.
process, grease the threads, and tighten again.
sThe elliptical is on a level surface.
SOLUTION: Verify the following:
sTurn off machine and unplug power cord. Remove the console
SOLUTION: Verify the following:
of the guiderails.
sLoosen all bolts attached during the assembly
sApply a lithium-based grease to the top surface
and check that all connections to the console are secure and
not damaged or pinched.
and/or magnet may have become dislodged or damaged.
s If doing the above does not fix the problem, the speed sensor
COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS
ARE THE SOU NDS MY ELLIPTICAL MAKES NORMAL?
Our ellipticals are some of the quietest available because they use belt drives and friction free magnetic resistance. We use the
highest grade bearings and belts to minimize noise. However, because the resistance system itself is so quiet, you will occasionally
hear other slight mechanical noises. Unlike older, louder technologies, there are no fans, friction belts, or alternator noises to mask
these sounds on our ellipticals. These mechanical noises, which may or may not be intermittent, are normal and are caused by the
transfer of significant amounts of energy to a rapidly spinning flywheel. All bearings, belts and other rotating parts will generate some
noise which will transmit through the casing and frame. It is also normal for these sounds to change slightly during a workout and over
time because of thermal expansion of the parts.
WHY IS THE ELLIPTICAL I HAD DELIVERED LOUDER THAN THE ONE AT THE STORE?
All fitness products seem quieter in a large store showroom because there is generally more background noise than in your home.
Also, there will be less reverberation on a carpeted concrete floor than on a wood overlay floor. Sometimes a heavy rubber mat will
help reduce reverberation through the floor. If a fitness product is placed close to a wall, there will be more reflected noise.
HOW LONG WILL THE DRIVE BELT LAST?
The computer modeling we have done indicated virtually thousands of maintenance free hours. Belts are now commonly used in far
more demanding applications such as motorcycle drives.
CAN I MOVE THE TRAINER EASILY ONCE IT IS ASSEM BLED?
Your elliptical has a pair of transport wheels built into the front stabilizer tube. Please follow the MOVING THE ELLIPTICAL section
to transport your elliptical. It is important that you place your elliptical in a comfortable and inviting room. Your elliptical is designed to
use minimal floor space. Many people will place their ellipticals facing the TV or a picture window. If at all possible, avoid putting your
elliptical in a unfinished basement. To make exercise a desirable daily activity for you, the elliptical should be in a comfortable setting.
CAN I PEDAL BACKWARDS ON MY ELLIPTICAL?
Your elliptical allows you to pedal both forward and backwards to exercise and strengthen a wider range of muscles.
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EVERY WEEK
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sTurn off the elliptical.
Clean underneath the
elliptical, following these
steps:
remote location.
dust particles or other
objects that may have
accumulated underneath
sMove the elliptical to a
the elliptical.
sWipe or vacuum any
previous position.
sInspect all assembly
sReturn the elliptical to its
EVERY MONTH
bolts and pedals on
the machine for proper
tightness.
the pedal arm wheels
and guide rails.
sClean any debris off of
MAINTENANCE
HOW DO I CLEAN MY ELLIPTICAL?
Clean with soap and water cleaners
only. Never use solvents on plastic parts.
Cleanliness of your elliptical and its operating
environment will keep maintenance problems
and service calls to a minimum. For this reason,
Customer Tech Support recommends that the
In order for Customer Tech Support to
sHow long has this problem been
service your elliptical they may need to ask
detailed questions about the symptoms
that are occurring. Some troubleshooting
questions that may be asked are:
power cord from the wall outlet.
cloth. Never use solvents, as they can
sTurn off the elliptical by unplugging the
following preventive maintenance schedule be
followed.
AFTER EACH USE (DAILY)
occurring?
use? With every user?
sDoes this problem occur with every
sIf you are hearing a noise, does it
cause damage to the elliptical.
sWipe down the elliptical with a damp
sInspect the power cord. If the power
come from the front or the back?
What kind of noise is it (thumping,
grinding, squeaking, chirping etc.)?
maintained per the MAINTENANCE
sHas the machine been lubricated and
cord is damaged, contact Customer Tech
Support.
sMake sure the power cord is not
schedule?
Answering these and other questions will
give the technicians the ability to send
WARNING
underneath the elliptical or in any other
area where it can become pinched or cut.
To remove power from the elliptical, the
power cord must be disconnected from
the wall outlet.
proper replacement parts and the service
necessary to get you and your elliptical
running again!
TROUBLESHOOTING
FOR ELLIPTICALS WITH SPEAKERS AND/OR IPOD
DOCKING STATIONS:
TROUBLESHOOTING HEART RATE
(GRIP-PULSE ONLY)
Check your exercise environment for sources of
interference such as fluorescent lights, computers,
the console and MP3 Player jacks.
PROBLEM: When MP3 player is connected there is no sound
coming from the speakers or the speakers sound fuzzy.
SOLUTION: Make sure audio cable is plugged in securely to both
underground fencing, home security systems or
appliances containing large motors. These items may
sGripping the heart rate handlebars too tight. Try to
cause erratic heart rate readouts.
You may experience an erratic readout under the
following conditions:
the connector pin on the elliptical.
sMake sure you are using the proper size iPod insert.
PROBLEM: iPod is not charging from the docking station and/or
does not respond to console controls.
maintain moderate pressure while holding onto the
heart rate handlebars.
sMake sure the iPod dock connector is securely plugged into
SOLUTION: Verify the following:
holding the heart rate handlebars while exercising.
If you are receiving erratic heart rate readouts, try
s Constant movement and vibration due to constantly
If this troubleshooting section does not remedy the problem,
discontinue use and turn the power off.
PLEASE CALL CUSTOME R TECH SUPPORT AT THE
NUMBER ON TH E BACK PANEL OF THE OWNER’S MANUAL.
to only hold the grips long enough to monitor your
heart rate.
your palms by rubbing them together to warm.
sWhen you are breathing heavily during a workout.
sWhen your hands are constricted by wearing a ring.
sWhen your hands are dry or cold. Try to moisten
sAnyone with heavy arrhythmia.
sAnyone with arteriosclerosis or peripheral
sModel Name
sSerial Number
sDate of Purchase (receipt or credit card statement)
The following information may be asked of you when you call. Please
have these items readily available:
circulation disorder.
especially thick.
sAnyone whose skin on the measuring palm is
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