OWNER’S MANUAL
UT
LeMond Fitness Inc.
15540 Woodinville-Redmond Road
Building A Suite 100
Woodinville, WA 98072 USA
Telephone (+1) 425.482.6773
Fax: (+1) 425.482.6724
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 UT upright bike.
This g•force UT Owner’s Manual will help you get the most enjoyment from your new upright bike. It
not only explains all the important features, programs and safety considerations of the
g•force UT, it includes great workout tips and riding profiles, including how to use our popular heartrate training programs. If at any time you have questions about this information, please call us directly at (425) 482-6773 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.
The g•force UT has been tested by some of America’s most famous cyclists. Our company founder, 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 UT will be the new standard in indoor fitness bikes. The
g•force UT combines Greg’s passion for cycling with exceptional product innovation. Built to deliver an incredible workout, every component of the g•force UT 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 g•force UT anywhere in your home for maximum enjoyment. Starting with how quiet a g•force UT workout is, you will quickly discover that the g•force UT
gives you a better cycling experience than any other indoor exercise bike.
Greater Comfort
•4x4 handlebar & seat adjustability allows you to properly fit your bike ranging from the upright cruiser to a lean mean triathlete machine.
•Narrower crank design replicates the geometry of a road bike for greater comfort and training.
•Interchangeable seat options: allow you to change the seat to your personal preference.
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
•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
•Thirteen 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 |
Interval Heart Rate |
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Hill Heart Rate |
•Exclusive 30 minute Greg LeMond Training and Conditioning Programs
•Anaerobic programs
• Rev-It-Up |
• Bust Your Gut |
•Pump the Power
•Aerobic Intervals
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Strong and Steady • Fat Burner Plus |
• Race Day Warm Up |
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Race Day |
Exclusive Features
•4x4 Micro adjustability for both seat & handlebars put you in the “sweet zone” for muscular participation—allowing you to involve a larger number of muscles to get results faster and easier
•The g•force UT is so smooth you can actually work out longer and more efficiently than you ever imagined
Please review the rest of this Owner’s Manual carefully before you start using your new g•force UT. The information enclosed here will help you get the most enjoyment out of your workout and includes valuable, 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 g•force UT. From Greg and the whole LeMond Fitness team, we wish you a lifetime of good rides and great workouts.
Table of Contents
BEFORE GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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SETTING UP AND OPERATING THE g•force UT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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GUIDELINES FOR AN EFFECTIVE EXERCISE PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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PROGRAM PROFILES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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PRODUCT SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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APPENDIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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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.
The g•force UT is an excellent choice for overweight or severely deconditioned individuals in that it provides more seat and handlebar adjustability and the lowest pedaling requirement of all other fitness bikes. 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.
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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This Owner’s Manual contains all the information necessary to operate the g•force UT 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 UT .
•The g•force UT was designed for indoor use only. Choose a location that is clear of any obstructions, including walls and furniture. Leave a minimum of 12 in (30.5 cm) ft clearance on each side of the bike.
•The display console of the g•force UT uses four AA rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries. Never replace with conventional alkaline batteries. Doing so will damage your electronics and void your warranty.
•Keep the area around your bike clear while in use.
•The g•force UT 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.
•Keep very young children, disabled persons and pets away from the g•force UT 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.
•Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces, cords and towels away from pedals and other moving parts. Shoelaces, in particular, can become entangled in the pedal mechanism, causing serious discomfort or injury.
•Do not place fingers or any other objects into moving parts of the equipment.
•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 g•force UT .
•Use the g•force UT only as described in this manual. Attachments or modifications not recommended by the manufacturer will void the warranty.
•Do not attempt to remove the side panels of the g•force UT. Service should be completed by 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 g•force UT in the vicinity where aerosol spray or oxygen is being used.
• User capacity of the g•force UT is 350 lbs. (159.1 kg)
3 SETTING UP AND OPERATING THE g•force UT
3.1 Bike
Taking a moment to learn how to properly fit your g•force UT correctly will make your workouts a more pleasant experience. The design of the g•force UT provides more seat and handlebar
adjustability than any other upright bike available. Making full use of these feature will give you the most comfortable ride possible and ensure maximum exercise efficiency. Using the bike in an incorrect position can result in unnecessary discomfort and increase the risk of injury.
3.1Seat Adjustment
1.Rotate the pedals so that one of the pedals is in the upward position.
2.Place your foot in the toe clip of the pedal closest to the floor and mount the bike. Ensure that the ball of your foot is over the center of the pedal. Your leg should be slightly bent at the knee.
3.If your leg is too straight or your foot cannot touch the pedal you will need to lower the seat. If you leg is bent too much you will need to raise the seat.
4.Dismount the bike and rotate the seat post adjustment handle counter clockwise. Once loosened you may slide the eat post up or down as necessary.
5.When the seat is in the desired position rotate the seat stem adjustment handle clockwise to secure the seat post. Note the final position mark on the seat stem for future reference.
Adjusting the Fore/Aft position
1.Adjusting the fore/aft allows for a better fit. Rotate the seat adjustment handle counter clockwise and slide the seat forward or backward.
2.Sit on your bike with the cranks in the 3 & 9 o’clock position. Proper fore/aft position is achieved when the small bump at the top of the shin directly below the knee cap (tibial tuberosity) is approximately over the pedal axle (at the 3 o’clock position).
3.Rotate the adjustment handle clockwise to secure the seat.
4.Note the final position mark under the seat for future reference.
3.1.2 Handlebar Adjustment:
1.Raise or lower the handlebars by rotating the handlebar post adjustment handle counter clockwise and sliding the post up or down.
2.Handlebar height is a matter of preference, start with the handlebars at the same height as the seat. Adjusting the handlebars higher than the seat will give the rider a more upright position, lowering them will result in a more flexed position.
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Adjusting the fore/aft position:
1.Turn the handlebar adjustment knob counter clockwise and slide the handlebars either forward or backward as desired.
2.The fore/aft position should be set to allow the rider to comfortably grasp the handles with a slight bend at the elbow.
3.Tighten by turning the knob clockwise and note the final position for future reference.
3.1.3 Pedal Strap Adjustment
The straps of the g•force UT are designed to allow you to adjust the pedal to your individual foot size. The pedals include spring-loaded, locking clips for easy adjustments. Follow the steps below to adjust the straps so that your foot does not slip or slide about on the pedal.
1.Place the ball of each foot on the center of the pedal and under the strap.
2.Rotate the pedals until one foot is in the position closest to you.
3.To tighten the strap, simply pull down on the end of the strap until it fits snugly over your shoe. Make sure that the strap is secure, but not overly tight or pressing uncomfortably on your foot.
4.Repeat these steps for the other foot.
5.To loosen the pedal strap, press down at the top of the clip that holds the strap secure, and pull the strap up. Release the clip to lock the strap into place.
Now that you have established a riding position, take a few minutes to ride the bike and confirm that your position is comfortable. Start pedaling at a slow pace with your toes and knees pointed directly forward. Hold the grips lightly and in a position that allows your shoulders and upper body to relax. Pedal easily at a low resistance until you feel confident that you could ride in that position comfortably for the duration of your workout.
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3.2 Display Console
The display console of the g•force UT serves two purposes: to allow you to choose the bike’s functions, and to provide you with feedback about the progress of your current workout.
Note: Always use a light touch when pressing keys on the console overlay. Never press the keys with anything other than your fingers. Sharp objects such as ball point pens, keys or tools could damage the overlay and are considered misuse for warranty purposes.
3.2.1 Display Console Features
Power: Turns the display console on or off. You can start the display console by pressing the POWER button, but the easiest way to power up the display console is to simply start pedaling.
Quick Start: This key overrides the need to enter user data and starts a selected program with default parameters.
Note: This function can not be used in the Constant HR program. User data is required to establish your target heart rate.
Stop: This key is only effective while a DEFINED PROGRAM is running. Pressing the STOP key once will pause the program. To restart the program where you left off, simply press ENTER. Pressing the STOP key twice will end the program and the MESSAGE DISPLAY will show the data accumulated during your workout. Pressing the STOP key three times will return you to the SELECT WORKOUT prompt.
Enter: Press this key when prompted by the MESSAGE DISPLAY to enter values such as time or weight. Pressing the ENTER key will confirm the value you have chosen and move you to the next step in setting up your program.
Back: Use this key to return to the previous screen on the MESSAGE DISPLAY.
+/- Keys: These keys serve two functions. While setting up a program, the +/- KEYS are used to increase or decrease values such as weight, or age. While a defined program is running, the +/- KEYS are used to increase or decrease resistance.
+ Key: While setting up a program or a profile, use this key to increase a numeric value. While a defined program is running, use this key to increase the resistance level – making the workout harder.
- Key: While setting up a program or a profile, use this key to decrease a numeric value. While a defined program is running, use this key to decrease the resistance level – making the workout easier.
Note: You can press these keys repeatedly or, simply touch and hold the key until the desired value appears on the PROFILE DISPLAY.
Message Display: This LCD display will guide you through the steps to set up your user profiles and the program workouts. Simply answer the prompts that are given on the screen to start any of the eleven DEFINED PROGRAMS.
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Feedback Displays: These displays show you physiological information such as heart rate and the calories you are expending, as well as physical information such as the time you have spent working out & the number of miles you have traveled in your living room.
•[TIME/INTERVAL]—switches between time left on the program and time left in the specific program segment in the dedicated display above the button
•[HR/DISTANCE]—switches between HR and DISTANCE in the dedicated display above the button. Note: The heart rate function of the g-force UT is intended only for use as an exercise aide. Various factors can affect the accuracy of your heart rate reading. The heart rate function of the g-force UT should not be considered or used as a medical devise.
•[LEVEL/RPM]—switches between RMP and LEVEL in the dedicated LED display above the button.
•[KCAL/WATTS]—switches between KCAL and WATTS in the dedicated LED displays above the button. Note: The WATT is a measurement of workload. It is affected by both resistance and pedal speed. Increased resistance and increased pedal rate increases the number of WATTS expended. This information can be used to evaluate your fitness progress over time. As your fitness improves, your WATTS expenditure for a given program should decrease.
•Wrong Battery Message: The g-force UT uses rechargeable NIMH batteries. If the user installs alkaline AA batteries by mistake, the power button will not turn on and a “wrong battery” message will be displayed if the bike is pedaled.
Note: The use of alkaline batteries will void the warranty, damage the electronics and potentially be a fire hazard.
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Defined Programs: A variety of workouts that allow you keep your exercise program varied and interesting, including some of Greg LeMond’s favorite workouts (located in the Lemond Training Program) that he uses for race preparation which are located in the LEMOND TRAINING program.
1Manual
2Hill
3Fat Burner
4Race
5Heart Rate Training Constant Heart Rate Interval HR
Hill HR
6LeMond Training
Rev-it-Up
Pump the Power
Bust your Gut
Strong & Steady
Fat Burner Plus
Race Day
Often, the toughest, but most important step, of any exercise program is simply getting started. By purchasing the g•force UT, you have already achieved what many people are still struggling with — mak-
ing the commitment to leading a more fulfilling life by including a program of physical activity.
Congratulations on accomplishing the first step towards a healthier and more satisfying future.
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4 GUIDELINES FOR AN EFFECTIVE EXERCISE PROGRAM
Setting a Goal and Defining Objectives
An important step in a successful exercise program is to set achievable goals and objectives. Regardless of your current physical condition, you need to establish a workable plan to reach your fitness goals.
Begin by asking yourself a few basic questions. Are you just beginning an exercise program and wishing to change your lifestyle from sedentary to physically active, or are your goals to enhance your current fitness levels? What are your primary objectives? Is your program to be geared toward losing weight, increasing aerobic capacity, maintaining or building muscle tone, or perhaps all three?
In order to ensure that you fully receive all benefits associated with a sound exercise program, you should first identify any risk factors that may influence the design of your exercise program. Your health care professional should be the first step in identifying risk factors that may need to be addressed in establishing a program. Consider having a trained fitness professional help you in developing an individualized program that is enjoyable, easily maintained, but still challenging enough to achieve your desired results.
Remember that your greatest benefit will come from an increased sense of well-being that comes along with a lifestyle that includes physical activity. People who have already made physical fitness a part of their daily lives, will confirm that the benefits of including physical activity in your life far outweigh the inconvenience and time spent.
Any time you spend on your exercise program will reward you with increased energy, reduced stress, a greater ability to focus and concentrate, and improved self-confidence. You and the people you share your life with will reap the rewards of your new lifestyle.
Flexibility Training
Achieving and maintaining an adequate range of motion should always be included in a comprehensive
exercise program. Sufficient flexibility will increase your enjoyment and maximize the effectiveness of exercising on the g•force UT. It will also reduce discomfort while working out and reduce the risk of
injury. Always warm-up before stretching. Warm-up should include light activity to increase both your heart rate and body temperature. Increasing your body temperature allows you to stretch muscles more effectively and safely. Attempting to stretch a cold muscle is counterproductive and can lead to an injury that may interfere with the continuation of your fitness program and can postpone reaching your goals.
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4 GUIDELINES FOR AN EFFECTIVE EXERCISE PROGRAM
Guidelines for Exercising on the g•force UT
Warming Up
A good warm-up is one of the most important and most frequently overlooked part of an exercise regimen. Without a proper warm-up, the muscles of the body are far more prone to injury. A good warm-up prepares the body for the stress you will place your muscles under during your workout and will decrease your chances of becoming injured. Muscles perform better when they are warmer than normal body temperature. Always take the time to warm-up properly. It will decrease the discomfort during exercise and will help you get the most out of your workout.
While a 5 to 10 minute warm-up is adequate for some people, others may need a longer warm-up period
to be physiologically ready for intense efforts. Because different people have different requirements for an adequate warm-up, the workouts in the g•force UT, do not include a specific warm-up segment.
This allows you to warm up for a period of time and at a resistance level that is appropriate for you.
Take the time to learn what your personal requirements are for warming up. Pedal slowly and at a low resistance at first, gradually increasing your pedal speed until you feel the muscles in your legs begin to relax. Slowly increase your heart rate to about 110-120 beats per minute. Once you have warmed up sufficiently, begin your workout. Your workout will be more enjoyable and more productive
Frequency
How often should you exercise? The number of times per week that you engage in aerobic exercise depends largely on what your goals are and your current fitness level. People new to an active lifestyle are more likely to keep with it if they start gradually. Beginners might consider a weekly schedule that includes days off. Seasoned athletes may workout almost every day, but even these athletes know that easy days are essential for muscular and mental recovery. Work towards a goal of including exercise at least 3 to 5 days per week.
Intensity
How hard should you exercise? Again, the intensity of your workout will reflect your goals and your current fitness level. To achieve the greatest cardiovascular benefit, and to see the most improvement in weight loss and physical tone, you must raise your heart rate into your target zone. Your target zone is generally between 55 to 85% of your maximum heart rate. Training in this zone is what is referred to by exercise scientists as ‘aerobic exercise’. The CONSTANT HR program in the g•force UT is programmed to help you exercise in the middle of this zone by maintaining your heart rate at 70% of you maximum heart rate.
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