Horizon Fitness SL5.0E Owner's Manual

ELLIPTICAL

SL5.0E ERGOMETER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GETTING STARTED/POWER
MOVING/FOOT POSITION

KNOW YOUR ELLIPTICAL
QUICK START UP
PROGRAMMING
DISPLAY

PROGRAM PROFILES
USING YOUR HRC PROGRAM
USING YOUR FIT-TEST PROGRAM
USING YOUR STEP-TEST PROGRAM
USING YOUR WATTS CONTROL PROGRAM
USING YOUR CUSTOM PROGRAMS
MONITORING YOUR HEART RATE
TARGET HEART RATE ZONE
TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
HEART RATE TROUBLESHOOTING
COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS
EXERCISE GUIDELINES
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM
THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP AND COOL DOWN
ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS
WEEKLY LOG SHEET
MONTHLY LOG SHEET
LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY

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CAUTION

Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment.
Save this manual for future reference.

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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.

• 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.

Information to the check after German Institute for Standardization EN
957:

• Brake system dependent on speed

•Watt announcement is calibrated and opposed after EN 957-5

• Device class H

• User's weight 130 kgs

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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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.

OPERATION

It is essential that your elliptical trainer is used only indoors, in a climate controlled room.
If your elliptical trainer has been exposed to colder temperatures or high moisture cli­mates, it is strongly recommended that the elliptical trainer is warmed up to room tem­perature before first time use. Failure to do so may cause premature electronic failure.

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 with a slightly damp cloth only. Never use solvents.

OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR HORIZION FITNESS ELLIPTICAL TRAINER

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POWER

Your elliptical trainer is self-powered

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CONGRATULATIONS!

on choosing a Horizon Fitness Elliptical Trainer.

GETTING STARTED

LEVELLING

The elliptical trainer should be level for optimum use. Once you have placed the ellipti­cal trainer where you intend to use it, raise or lower the adjustable levellers located on
the outside of each pedal arm. Once you have levelled the elliptical trainer, lock the lev­ellers in place by tightening the wing nuts against the frame.

You've taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program!
Your Horizon Fitness elliptical trainer is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your
personal fitness goals. Regular use of your Horizon Fitness elliptical trainer can improve
the quality of your life in so many ways.

Here are just a few of the health benefits of aerobic exercise

•Weight Loss

•A Healthier Heart

• Improved Muscle Tone

• Increased Daily Energy Levels

• Reduced Stress

• Help in Countering Anxiety and Depression

• An Improved Self Image

The key to reaping these benefits is to develop the exercise habit. Your new Horizon
Fitness elliptical trainer will help you eliminate the obstacles that prevent you from get­ting in your exercise time. Inclement weather and darkness won't interfere with your
workout when you use your Horizon Fitness elliptical trainer in the comfort of your
home. This manual provides you with basic information for using and enjoying your new
machine. A more complete knowledge of your new Horizon Fitness elliptical trainer will
assist you in realizing your goal of a healthy lifestyle.

CAUTION: BEFORE BEGINNING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM, ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR

PHYSICIAN. IF YOU EXPERIENCE CHEST PAINS, NAUSEA, DIZZINESS OR SHORTNESS OF
BREATH, STOP EXERCISING AND CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE CONTINUING.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ BEFORE USE!

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION! There are several areas during the assembly process of a Horizon Fitness

elliptical trainer that special attention must be paid. It is very important to follow the
assembly instructions correctly and to make and to make sure all parts are firmly tight­ened. If the assembly instructions are not followed correctly, the elliptical trainer could
have frame parts that are not tightened and will seem loose and may cause irritating
noises. To prevent damage to the elliptical trainer, the assembly instructions must be
reviewed and corrective actions should be taken.

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Your Horizon Fitness elliptical trainer has a pair of transport wheels built into the front
of the frame. To move, firmly grasp the rear foot tube carefully lift and roll.

CAUTION!

Our elliptical trainers are well built and heavy, weighting up to 120lbs.! Use care and
additional help if necessary when moving.

FOOT POSITION

When using your elliptical trainer, you may notice that your heel raises off of the foot
pad. This is a natural walking or running motion and you should not try to prevent this.

MOVING

KNOW YOUR ELLIPTICAL TRAINER

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QUICK START UP

Your Elliptical Trainer is self-power

1. Grasp the handlebars and step up onto the foot pedals.

2. Press the 'START' button to begin exercising.

To set the timer to count up as you exercise.

Push and hold Reset button to clear any existing data.
To count up from zero simply start pedaling . Note: if you stop pedaling your data will
be retained even if the console shuts down after a period of time unless you push the
Reset button.

To set the timer for a fixed period of time to exercise.

Push and hold the button to scroll the minutes up to your desired length of time.
Releasing the button will start the count down.

3. Begin moving your feet. Gradually increase your pace to your target heart rate or perceived

exertion level. Warning! Try not to exceed 140 rpms on this machine. The amount of
pedaling resistance can be adjusted by pressing or(easiest #25w throuht hardest

#400w,5w up or down/click)

PROGRAMMING

STARTING YOUR WORKOUT

Press the ' START ' button to begin exercising

FINISHING YOUR WORKOUT

Remember to gradually slow down your pace before stopping your workout. The
machine will not stop moving if you stop your feet abruptly. After you have finished your
workout, the console will `beep' several times to let you know that your workout has fin­ished.