LeMond g-force RT User Manual

O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L

LeMond Fitness Inc.

15540 Woodinville-Redmond Road

Building A, Suite 100

Woodinville, WA 98072 USA

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CONGRATULATIONS!

You have just become a valued LeMond fitness customer. Our team is committed to making your cycling
experience fun and rewarding — offering you detailed product information, expert fitness advice, and
direct customer support you can depend on. I want to thank-you for purchasing an exciting LeMond

g•force RT recumbent bike.

g•force RT Owner’s Manual will help you get the most enjoyment from your new recumbent bike.

This
It not only explains all the important features, programs and safety considerations of the

g•force RT, it includes great workout tips and riding profiles, including how to use our popular heart-

rate training programs. If at any time you have questions about this information, please call us directly at
[phone] and we will be happy to help you. To help us answer your questions quickly, we recom­mend having the serial number of your bike ready when you call us. The serial number of your bike is
located on the front tubing near the bottom of the bike.

g•force RT has been tested by some of America’s most famous cyclists. Our company founder,

The
Greg LeMond, is the force (the g force) behind the inspiration and design of this remarkable indoor bike.
Greg’s story is one of courage and heroic accomplishment. In 1986, Greg became the first American to
win the longest and most physically demanding event in the world — the Tour de France. Only nine
months later in April of 1987, he narrowly escaped death when he was accidentally shot in a hunting
accident. During a long and painful rehabilitation, he set a goal that many considered inconceivable:
to once again win the Tour de France. In 1989, he achieved that goal and then proved it was no mere
stroke of luck by winning the Tour a third time in 1990.

A legendary athlete, Greg introduced many cycling innovations during his racing career. Just as aero
bars are now commonplace, the

g•force RT will be the new standard in indoor fitness bikes. The

g•force RT combines Greg’s passion for cycling with exceptional product innovation. Built to deliver

an incredible workout, every component of the g•force RT has been designed to be more innovative,
user friendly and comfortable than any other indoor bike you have ridden. Whether you are a beginning
fitness enthusiast or a highly conditioned athlete, you will immediately feel the difference.

Attractive and cordless, you can position the
ment. Starting with how quiet a g•force RT workout is, you will quickly discover that the g•force RT
gives you a better cycling experience than any other indoor exercise bike.

Greater Comfort

• Low step over height — makes it easy to get on and off the bike

• Contour fitting mesh seat back — for greater ventilation and maximum support

• Rotational seat — accommodates a variety of users and their personal cycling preferences

• An exclusive seat track angle — maintains correct knee positioning while reducing quad loading
and fatigue, and maximizing muscular use

g•force RT anywhere in your home for maximum enjoy-

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More Features

• Cordless power supply — place your new bike anywhere

• More training resistance levels — from 1-20 with the greatest watt range available; from 23 to over
1200

• Up to three storable user profiles — allows quick set-up for multiple users

• Ratchet style pedal straps — for more secure and comfortable positioning of the foot

• Standard thread for pedal options— accepts any standard cycling pedal

• Exclusive ‘time out’ option — take up to a 2 minute exercise break without powering down

• Contact heart rate sensors — maximize your workout efficiency with heart rate monitoring

• Telemetry Heart Rate equipped

• No calibration required

Challenging Workout Programs

• Eleven different workout programs — enjoy using five traditional exercise programs and six Greg
LeMond training programs specifically designed for a variety of training applications

• Traditional Programs

Manual Hill Constant Heart Rate
Fat burner Race

• Exclusive 30 minute Greg LeMond Training and Conditioning Programs

• Anaerobic programs

• Rev-It-Up • Bust Your Gut

• Pump the Power

• Aerobic Intervals

• Strong and Steady • Peak Power

• Race Day Warm Up

• Race Day

Exclusive Features

• The patent pending adjustable seat, automatically keeps you in the ‘sweet zone’ for muscular
participation - allowing you to involve a larger number of muscles to get results faster and easier

• The
ever imagined

Please review the rest of this Owner’s Manual carefully before you start using your new
The information enclosed here will help you get the most enjoyment out of your workout and includes
valuable assembly, operating, service, safety, and trouble-shooting information, as well as guidelines for
an effective exercise program.

We are confident that you will love your new
team, we wish you a lifetime of good rides and great workouts.

g•force RT is so smooth you can actually work out longer and more efficiently than you

g•force RT.

g•force RT. From Greg and the whole LeMond Fitness

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Table of Contents

BEFORE GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

SETTING UP AND OPERATING THE g•force RT

GUIDELINES FOR AN EFFECTIVE EXERCISE PROGRAM

PROGRAM PROFILES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TROUBLESHOOTING

LIMITED WARRANTY

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PRODUCT SERVICE

SPECIFICATIONS

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1 BEFORE GETTING STARTED

It is always important to consult a physician for a complete physical examination before starting any
exercise program. Beyond identifying any risk factors you may have, your health professional can assist
you in developing an exercise program which establishes the frequency and intensity appropriate for
your age and current health status.

g•force RT is an excellent choice for overweight or severely deconditioned individuals in that it

The
provides more seat adjustability and the lowest pedaling requirement of all other fitness recumbents.
However, if you consider yourself such an individual, you should still exercise caution when using this
equipment for the first time. Overexertion or the possibility of injury exists when starting any new exer­cise program.

CAUTION: If at any time during a workout, you experience pain or tightness in the chest,

an irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, feel faint or severe discomfort of any kind,

STOP exercising immediately. Consult your physician before continuing your program.

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2 IMPORTANT SAFET Y INSTRUCTIONS

Save these Instructions

This Owner’s Manual contains all the information necessary to operate the g•force RT in a safe and en-
joyable manner. Please read and understand the contents of this Owner’s Manual in it’s entirety before
attempting to operate the g•force RT .

• The

• The display console of the

• Keep the area around your bike clear while in use.

• The

• Keep very young children, disabled persons and pets away from the

• Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces, cords and towels away from pedals and other moving parts. Shoe

• Do not place fingers or any other objects into moving parts of the equipment.

g•force RT was designed for indoor use only. Choose a location that is clear of any obstruc-

tions, including walls and furniture. Leave a minimum of 12 in (30.5 cm) ft clearance on each side of
the bike.

g•force RT uses four AA rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH)

batteries.
electronics and void your warranty.

Never replace with conventional alkaline batteries.

Doing so will damage your

g•force RT was designed for users between 58 in (147.3 cm) and 80 in (203.2 cm) in height.

Children who meet the height requirements should be closely supervised when using the bike.

g•force RT while it is in use.

Children, and pets in particular, may find the repetitive motion of the pedals fascinating, and this curi­osity may result in injury. Do not allow any child or pet to touch the bike while it is still in motion.

laces, in particular, can become entangled in the pedal mechanism, causing serious discomfort or
injury.

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• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

• Never turn pedal crank arms by hand. To avoid entanglement and possible injury, hands or arms
should not be exposed to the drive mechanism.

• Always wear appropriate shoes while riding the

• Use the
mended by the manufacturer will void the warranty.

• Do not attempt to remove the side panels of the
an authorized service provider. Please call the LeMond Fitness Customer Service Department at
(+1) 425.482.6773 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. M – F Pacific time for assistance.

• Do not use the

• User capacity of the

g•force RT only as described in this manual. Attachments or modifications not recom-

g•force RT in the vicinity where aerosol spray or oxygen is being used.

g•force RT is 300 lbs. (136.4 kg)

g•force RT .

g•force RT. Service should be completed by

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3 ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

All equipment manufactured by LeMond Fitness, Inc. has been thoroughly inspected by the manufac­turing facility prior to shipment. Proper installation and regular maintenance of the g•force RT is
required to ensure the safety of the operators.

3.1 Location

It is to your benefit to choose a suitable location in your home for your new recumbent bike. The

g•force RT was designed to be an unobtrusive and attractive addition to your home. A smaller profile

and much quieter drive mechanism than other recumbent bikes, allows the bike to be situated and used
in almost any location in the home with a minimum of disruption. Make sure that the chosen location
provides adequate room for the equipment while it is in use. The physical dimensions of the assembled
bike are listed below.

Choose a setting that is comfortable and appealing and that will encourage you to continue with your
fitness goals. A cool and dry location will make the time you spend exercising on the
enjoyable and will extend the life of the bike.

g•force RT more

Dimensions for the assembled

g•force RT Recumbent Fitness Bike

Physical Dimensions
Length 59.8 in (151.9 cm)
Width 28.6 in (72.6 cm)
Height 47.6 in (120.9 cm)
Weight 156 lbs (70.9 kg)

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3.2 Getting Started

Follow these detailed instructions to quickly assemble your new bike and you will be on the way to start­ing your new fitness program.

and could result in injury!

Your g•force RT will arrive in a single carton. Unpack the shipping carton in the location where the bike
will be assembled and used. Cut the shipping straps and remove the staples from the bottom edge and
then remove the top of the carton. The shipping carton contains two separate boxes and the body of the
bike.

Remove the cardboard box and the packaging materials from around the body of the bike. Unpack the
box and inspect each part thoroughly for any damage that may have occurred during shipping. Contact
the delivery carrier immediately if any damage is discovered. Contact the LeMond Fitness Customer
Service Department at (+1) 425.482.6773 between 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., M-F, Pacific time to report any
damages that have occurred during shipping.

Failure to follow these simple instructions will void your warranty

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3.3 Parts

Contents of Large Cardboard Box

Part Description Quantity
Plastic bag with tools, hardware and instructions 1
Front stabilizer with one wheel attached 1
Front wheel 1
Front wheel cap 1
Rear stabilizer with one foot attached 1
Rear leveling foot 1
Seat frame 1
Seat bottom 1
Handlebar 1
Console mast 1
Pedals 2
Cup holders 2

Contents of Small Cardboard Box

Part Description Quantity
Display Console 1

3.4 Tools and Hardware

All of the tools and hardware required for the assembly of your g•force RT are included in a plastic bag
in the large box inside the main shipping carton.

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M8x50 M6x15 flat washer

M8x30 M5x25 star washer

M8x20 M5x15 self-tapping screw

Tools and Hardware List

Part Number Description Quantity
SA10525 M5x25 screw 2
SC10830 M8x30 screw 4
SC10615 M6x15 screw 4
SC10515 M5x15 screw 4
SC10820 M8x20 screw 9
SC10850 M8x50 screw 4
SL20515 self-tapping screw 2
W108016 flat washer 2
W308008 star washer 17
70390 fore/aft seat adjustment handle 1
70392 seat angle adjustment handle 1
70670 2.5 mm hex wrench 1
70669 3mm hex wrench 1
70668 4mm hex wrench 1
70667 6mm hex wrench 1
70671 pedal wrench 1

3.5 Assembling the Bike

The unique serial number of your g•force RT is located on the front tubing and near the bottom of the
bike. Please take a moment to find and record the serial number of your bike.

Record your serial number in the box below as well as in the PRODUCT SERVICE section. Having easy ac
cess to your serial number will help us provide you with great service more quickly should you need it.

ENTER YOUR SERIAL NUMBER IN THE BOX BELOW

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3.5.1 Body

1. Fold down the sides of the carton base and
remove the packing material from around the
bike.

2. Leave the body of the bike on the carton base
while the remaining assembly is completed.

CAUTION: Remove the staples completely to

avoid injury.

3.5.2 Front Stabilizer

1. Locate the front stabilizer and the unattached wheel. The front stabilizer already has one wheel
attached.

2. Slide the front stabilizer into place at the front of the body frame from the left side. Rotate the
stabilizer until the set screw is positioned into the alignment notch. This will align the attach­ment screw holes of the body and the front stabilizer. Be careful not to dislocate the plastic
sleeve at the opposite side of the tubing. If the sleeve is pushed out of place, remove the stabi­lizer, replace the sleeve and reinstall the stabilizer.

3. Secure the front stabilizer by sliding star washers onto each of (2) M8x30 screws and tightening
with the 6mm hex wrench.

4. Slide the remaining front wheel onto the end of the front stabilizer and attach the wheel cap.
Use the alignment pins as a guide to install the wheel cap correctly.

5. Secure the wheel cap to the wheel with (2) self-tapping screws and tighten with the 3mm
wrench.

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3.5.3 Rear Stabilizer

1. Locate the rear stabilizer and the level­ing feet.

2. Slide the rear stabilizer into place at the
rear of the body frame from the right
side and rotate until the set screw is
positioned in the alignment notch. As
with the front stabilizer, be careful not to
dislocate the plastic sleeve.

3. Align the holes for the attachment
screws on the body and the rear stabi
lizer. Secure the rear stabilizer by sliding
star washers onto each of (2) M8x30 screws and tighten with the 6mm hex wrench.

4. Attach the leveling foot to the rear stabilizer by screwing it into the underside of the rear
stabilizer. Assume at first, that your floors are level and install each foot snugly against the rear
stabilizer.

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3.5.4 Display Console

Attaching the Console Mast to the Bike

1. Before installing the console mast to the body,
locate the (2) wires at the top of the front tube on
the body. Feed the wires through the tubing and
out of the hole at the top of the console mast.

2. Insert the console mast into the front tubing of
the body, taking care to align the holes for the at
tachment screws of the mast with both the body
and the plastic sleeve.

3. Secure the console mast to the body by sliding
star washers onto each of (3) M8x20 screws and
tighten with the 6mm hex wrench.

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Attaching the Display Console to the Console Mast

Battery Installation

CAUTION: Never use conventional alkaline batteries. You will damage your electronic parts

and void your warranty.

The display console of the g•force RT is powered by (4) rechargeable AA nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH)
batteries, which are included. You provide the power to recharge the batteries by simply pedaling and
working out on your bike.

1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the display by pressing down on the tab
and then lifting the cover off. An illustration at the bottom of the battery compartment indi­cates the correct positioning of the batteries.

2. Place the batteries into the compartment as indicated on the illustration. Insert the negative
end into position first and then gently push the positive end into place.

3. Replace the battery compartment cover.

Note:

Your batteries will not be fully charged when
your bike arrives. You will need to pedal for at least 1
hour to fully charge the batteries.

Attaching the Display Console

1. Connect the wires from the console mast to
the wires on the back of the display console.

2. Once connected, gently feed the wiring into
the console mast until the display console
can rest snugly against the platform. The
platform of the console mast should fit
completely inside the grooved section of
the back of the display console.

3. Attach the display console to the console
mast using (4) M5x15 screws and tighten
with the 3mm hex wrench.

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3.5.5 Seat

Attaching the Adjustment Handles to the Seat
Carrier

1. Locate the seat adjustment handles. They
can be found in the plastic bag contain
ing the tools and other hardware.

2. The shorter, L-shaped handle is attached
to the left side of the bike and controls
the seat angle adjustment. Slide the han
dle onto the post on the left side of the
seat carrier so that the set screws make
contact with the flat portion of the post.
Tighten the (2) set screws at the top of
the handle with the 2.5 mm hex wrench.

3. The longer handle controls the fore/aft adjustment of the seat and is located on the right side of
the bike. Align the (2) holes of the handle with the (2) holes on the right side of the seat carrier.
Attach the handle with (2) M5x25 screws and tighten using the 3mm hex wrench.

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Attaching the Handlebars to the Seat Assembly

Attach the handlebars to the seat assembly before
attaching the seat to the body of the bike.

1. Turn the seat assembly upside down so
that the seat rails and the seat back touch
the floor.

2. Insert the handlebars into the seat as
sembly with the holes on the handlebars
facing up and aligned with the holes on
the seat carrier.

3. Secure the handlebars to the seat assem
bly by sliding (4) star washers onto each
of the (4) M8x20 screws and tighten using
the 6mm hex wrench.

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Attaching the Saddle to the Seat Assembly

1. Place the seat bottom on the rails of the seat
assembly.

2. Attach the seat bottom to the seat assembly by
sliding (4) star washers onto each of (4) M8x50
screws and tighten using the 6mm hex wrench.

Attaching the Seat Assembly to the Body

Note:

Install the handlebars and seat bottom before

attaching the seat assembly to the body of the bike.

1. Locate the two tabs that are on the top surface of the seat carrier which is located on the seat
track of the body.

2. Located under the seat is a bar that runs the width of the seat. Hook the tabs of the seat carrier
over the bar on the seat assembly. (A)

CAUTION: Be careful not to pinch the wiring for the contact heart rate grips when attaching

the seat assembly to the seat carrier.

3. Lower the seat assembly over the seat carrier and align the holes at the front of the seat assem­bly with those on the seat carrier. (B)

4. Secure the seat assembly to the seat carrier by sliding (2) flat washers and (2) star washers onto
each of (2) M8x20 screws and tighten with the 6mm hex wrench.

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Connecting the Wiring for the Contact Heart Rate Grips

Once the seat assembly has been at­tached to the seat carrier, connect the two
wires on the handlebars to their corre­sponding wires on the seat carrier.

The connection on each of the two wires
is different. There is only one correct way
to make the connection. Do not try to
force the connection.

3.5.6 Pedals

Note:

left and right. Your pedals are marked as
such on the pedal itself.

Left and right orientation on the bike is
determined as the position you would be in while riding the bike. It is important that you attach each
pedal to the corresponding crank, as the threads on the left pedal and crank are reversed. Left pedals
are always reverse-threaded so that the pedal tightens rather than loosens while you are pedaling the
bike.

All bicycle pedals have a designated

CAUTION: Attempting to install the pedals on the incorrect side will cause damage to both

the pedal and the crank.

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