Image IMEL59060 Owner's Manual

CAUTION

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

Model No. IMEL5906.0
Serial No. _

Serial Number

Decal

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

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 precau-

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

4. 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.

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

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

7. The elliptical exerciser should not be used
by persons weighing more than 250 pounds.

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

9. Always hold the handgrip pulse sensor or
the handlebars when mounting, dismount­ing, or using the elliptical exerciser.

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 cool down.

12. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors 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.

13. 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.

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.

IMAGE is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the new IMAGE®12.5 ellipti­cal exerciser. The IMAGE 12.5 is an incredibly
smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a natural
elliptical path, minimizing the impact on your knees
and ankles. And the unique IMAGE 12.5 offers an
impressive array of features to help you achieve your
fitness goals in the convenience 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 see the front
cover of this manual. To help us assist you, note the
product model number and serial number before con­tacting us. The model number is IMEL5906.0. 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).

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

Handlebar

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Wheel

Pedal

Fan

Console

Upright

Water Bottle Holder (No
water bottle is included)

Leveling Foot

Pedal Leg

CAUTION: The warning decal shown above has
been placed on the elliptical exerciser. If the decal
is missing or illegible, 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.

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ASSEMBLY

Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the

packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.

Assembly requires the included hex keys and your own phillips screwdriver and rubber
mallet .

As you assemble the elliptical exerciser, use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly.
The number in parentheses below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 21.
The second number is the quantity used in assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been preassembled.

If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it is preassembled.

1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (8). While another person
lifts the front of the Frame (1) and holds the Pedal
Legs (4, 5) in the position shown, attach the Front
Stabilizer to the Frame with four M8 x 44mm Button
Screws (84) and a Support Plate (64).

While another person lifts the rear of the Frame (1),
attach the Rear Stabilizer (not shown) to the Frame
in the same way.

1

8

4, 5

1

64

84

84

M4 x 16mm

M10 Split

Washer (73)–2

M8 Split

Washer (85)–4

7.6mm Spacer
(47)–2

Round Head

Screw (69)–4

M4 x 16mm

Screw (94)–2

M8 x 44mm Button

Screw (84)–8

M8 x 56mm Button Screw (83)–4

M10 x 108mm Button Screw (70)–2

M8 x 79mm Bolt Set (65)–2

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2. Have another person hold the Upright (2) in the posi­tion shown.

Connect the Upper Wire Harness (30) to the Lower
Wire Harness (42). Insert the connectors on the Wire
Harnesses up into the Upright (2). Carefully pull the

upper end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove
the slack from the Wire Harnesses.

Insert the Upright (2) into the Frame (1). Be careful to
avoid pinching the Wire Harnesses (30, 42). Attach

the Upright with two M10 x 108mm Button Screws (70),
two M10 Split Washers (73), and two 7.6mm Spacers
(47). Make sure that the curved sides of the

Spacers are facing the Upright. Be careful to avoid
damaging the Wire Harnesses with the Button
Screws. Do not tighten the Button Screws yet.

2

30

70

Pull

42

1

73

73

47

2

47

3

31

29

28

Grease

2

96

29

3. Slide a Weld Spacer (28) onto the axle on the left side
of the Upright (2), with the open side of the Weld
Spacer facing the Upright. Apply a small amount of the
included grease to the axle.

Slide an Upper Body Arm (29) onto the axle on the left
side of the Upright (2). Using the included Push Nut
Tool (96), tap a Push Nut (31) onto the axle; make

sure that the Push Nut is turned as shown in the
inset drawing.

Attach the other Upper Body Arm (29) to the right
side of the Upright (2) in the same way.

26

2

26

4. Look inside one of the Handlebar Cover Sets (26) and
locate the square tabs connecting the two halves.
Gently lift the tabs and disconnect the halves.

Hold the two halves of the Handlebar Cover Set (26)
around the tube on the left side of the Upright (2). Align
the halves and press them together until they lock.

Attach the other Handlebar Cover Set (26) to the right
side of the Upright (2) in the same way.

See the inset drawing. Attach the Water Bottle Holder
(13) to the Upright (2) with two M4 x 16mm Screws
(94).

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Axle

Axle

31

Do not pinch the

wire harnesses

during this step.

13

2

94

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5. Identify the Left Pedal (10), which has a notch near
the right side. Place the Left Pedal on the Left Pedal
Leg (4). Next, apply a generous amount of grease to
the long side of an M8 x 79mm Bolt Set (65) and the
faces of the two indicated Upper Body Arm Bushings
(12). Have a second person hold the lower end of the
left Upper Body Arm (29) inside of the bracket on the
Left Pedal Leg. Attach the Left Pedal and the left Upper
Body Arm to the Left Pedal Leg with the Bolt Set.

Attach the other end of the Left Pedal (10) to the Left
Pedal Leg (4) with two M8 x 56mm Button Screws (83)
and two M8 Split Washers (85).

Repeat this step on the right side of the elliptical exer­ciser.

See step 2. Tighten the two M10 x 108mm Button
Screws (70).

4

10

83

65

5

65

Notch

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6. The Console (17) requires four “D” batteries (not
included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
Remove the battery cover from the bottom of the
Console. Insert four batteries into the battery compart­ment; make sure that the batteries are oriented as

shown by the diagram inside the battery compart­ment. Reattach the battery cover.

8. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical exerciser are properly tightened. Cover the floor beneath the
elliptical exerciser to protect the floor from damage. Note: Some extra hardware may be left over.

6

17

Batteries

Battery

Cover

12

Face

Grease

7. Have another person hold the Console (17) near the
Upright (2). Connect the Upper Wire Harness (30) to
the wire harness on the Console. Connect the Pulse
Wire (20) to the pulse wire on the Console.

Carefully insert all excess wiring down into the Upright
(2). Attach the Console (17) to the Upright with four M4
x 16mm Round Head Screws (69). (Note: The Screws
may be found in the console box.) Be careful to avoid

pinching the wires.

17

2

69

69

30

Do not pinch

the wires

during this step.

7

20

85

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HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER

Stand in front of the elliptical exerciser, hold the han­dlebars firmly, and place one foot against one of the
wheels. Pull the handlebars until the elliptical exercis­er can be moved on the wheels, and carefully move
the elliptical exerciser to the desired location. Then,
place one foot against a wheel, and lower the ellipti­cal exerciser. Due to the size and weight of the

elliptical exerciser, use extreme caution while
moving and lowering it.

EXERCISING ON THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER

To mount the elliptical exerciser, hold the handgrip
pulse sensor and step onto the pedal that is in the
lowest position. Next, step onto the other pedal. Push
the pedals until they begin to move with a continuous
motion.

To dismount the elliptical exerciser, wait until the ped­als come to a complete stop. The elliptical exercis-

er does not have a free wheel; the pedals will
continue to move until the flywheel stops. When

the pedals are stationary, step off the highest pedal
first. Then, step off the lowest pedal.

HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER

Pedals

Handgrip

Pulse Sensor

Handlebars

Wheel

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The advanced console offers a selection of features
designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and
effective. When you use the manual mode of the con­sole, you can change the resistance of the pedals with
the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will
provide continuous exercise feedback. You can even
measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sen­sor.

The console also offers eight preset programs that
automatically change the resistance of the pedals and
prompt you to increase or decrease your pace while
guiding you through an effective workout.

In addition, the console features two heart rate pro­grams that automatically change the resistance of the
pedals and prompt you to vary your pace to keep your
heart rate near a target heart rate while you exercise.

The console also features iFIT.com interactive technol­ogy. Having iFIT.com technology is like having a per­sonal trainer in your home. Using a stereo audio cable

(available at electronics stores), you can connect the
elliptical exerciser to your portable stereo, home stereo,
computer, or VCR and play special iFIT.com CD and
video programs (iFIT.com CDs and videocassettes are
available separately). iFIT.com programs automatically
control the resistance of the pedals and prompt you to
vary your pace as a personal trainer coaches you
through every step of your workout. High-energy music
provides added motivation. To purchase iFIT.com

CDs and videocassettes, call the toll-free telephone
number on the front cover of this manual.

With the elliptical exerciser connected to your comput­er, you can also go to our Web site at www.iFIT.com
and access programs directly from the Internet.

Explore www.iFIT.com for more information.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the

steps beginning on page 9. To use a preset program,
see page 11. To use a heart rate program, see page

12. To use an iFIT.com CD or video program, see
page 17. To use an iFIT.com program directly from
our Web site, see page 18.

Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face
of the console, remove it before using the console.