Life Fitness 93X User Manual

93X, 90X Total Body Trainers

operation manual

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Before using this product, it is essential that this

ENTIRE operation manual and ALL installation instructions be read.

This will help in setting up the equipment quickly

and in instructing others on how to use it correctly and safely.

Avant toute utilisation de ce produit, il est indispensable de lire ce manuel d'utilisation

dans son INTÉGRALITÉ, ainsi que TOUTES les instructions d'installations.

Ce manuel explique comment installer l'équipement et comment

l'utiliser correctement et sans danger.

FCC Warning - Possible Radio / Television Interference
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital

device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial envi­ronment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not
installed and used in accordance with the operation manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harm­ful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.

Class S (Studio): Professional and / or commercial use.

CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to this equipment could void the prod-

uct warranty.

MISE EN GARDE: Tout changement et toute modification de ce matériel peut

annuler la garantie du produit.

Any service, other than cleaning or user maintenance, must be performed by an authorized ser­vice representative. There are no user serviceable parts.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page

1. Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

1.1 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

1.2 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Where to Place the Life Fitness

Life Fitness Fit Stride Total Body Trainer // Check for Power // Fitness and

Entertainment Networking

2. The Display Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

2.1 Display Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

2.2 Display Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

2.3 The Accessory Tray / Reading Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

3. Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

3.1 Why Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

3.2 Heart Rate Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

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The Polar

Telemetry Heart Rate Monitoring Chest Strap

4. The Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

4.1 Workout Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

4.2 Using the Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

To Begin a Workout // Selecting and Using Quick Start // Selecting
a Workout // Entering Weight // Entering Age // Entering Time // Selecting and
Adjusting the Resistance Level // Selecting a Workout Mode // Switching
Workouts “On-the-fly” // Pausing Workouts // Ending Workouts Early // Workout
Setup Steps (chart)

4.3 Workout Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Quick Start // Manual // Random // Fat Burn // Cardio // Hill // Six Pre-set
Workouts // Heart Rate Hill
Extreme Heart Rate

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Workout // Cross-Train Aerobics // Cross-Train Reverse

5. Optional Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

5.1 Entering and Using the Optional Settings Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

User Language Select

6. Service And Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

6.1 Preventive Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

6.2 Preventive Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

6.3 Troubleshooting the Polar Heart Rate Chest Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Heart Rate Reading Is Erratic, Absent Entirely, or Abnormally High

6.4 How to Obtain Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

7. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

7.1 Life Fitness 93X Fit Stride Total Body Trainer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

7.2 Life Fitness 90X Fit Stride Total Body Trainer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

©

2004 Life Fitness, a division of Brunswick Corporation. All rights reserved. Life Fitness and Heart Rate Zone Training
are registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation. Fit Stride, Heart Rate Zone Training, Heart Rate Hill, Heart Rate
Interval, and Extreme Heart Rate are trademarks of Brunswick Corporation. Polar is a registered trademark of Polar
Electro, Inc. Cardio Theater is a registered trademark of the Cardio Theater Holdings. FitLinxx is a registered trademark
of the Integrated Fitness Corp. Any use of these trademarks, without the express written consent of Life Fitness or the

corresponding companies is forbidden.

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Fit Stride Total Body Trainer // How to Stabilize the .

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Workout // Heart Rate IntervalTMWorkout //

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This Operation Manual describes the functions of the following products:

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Life Fitness Fit Stride

Total Body Trainers

93X, 90X

See "Specifications" page in this manual for product specific features.

Statement of Purpose: The Life Fitness Fit Stride Total Body Trainer is an exercise machine that
combines low-impact elliptical pedaling with push/pull arm motion to provide an efficient, effec­tive total body workout.

CAUTION: Health-related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of

exercise equipment. Life Fitness STRONGLY recommends seeing a physician for
a complete medical exam before undertaking an exercise program, particularly if
the user has a family history of high blood pressure or heart disease, or is over
the age of 45, or smokes, has high cholesterol, is obese, or has not exercised
regularly in the past year.

If, at any time while exercising, the user experiences faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of
breath, he or she must stop immediately.

MISE EN GARDE: Des problèmes de santé peuvent être causés par une utilisa-

tion incorrecte ou excessive de l'équipement.Life Fitness conseille VIVEMENT de
consulter un médecin pour subir un examen médical complet avant de com­mencer tout programme d'exercice, et tout particulièrement si l'utilisateur a des
antécédents familiaux d'hypertension ou de troubles cardiaques, ou s'il a plus de
45 ans, s'il fume, s'il a du cholestérol, s'il est obèse ou n'a pas fait d'exercice
régulièrement depuis un an.

Si, pendant l'utilisation de l'appareil, l'utilisateur ressent un malaise, des vertiges, des douleurs
ou des difficultés à respirer, il doit cesser immédiatement.

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1GETTING STARTED

1.1 I

• If this Life Fitness product does not function properly after it has been dropped, damaged, or

• Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.

• Close supervision is necessary when used by children, invalids or disabled persons.

• Do not use this product outdoors, near swimming pools or in areas of high humidity.

• Never operate a Life Fitness product with the air openings blocked. Keep air openings free

• Never insert objects into any opening in this product. If an object should drop inside, careful-

• Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit, except in the accessory tray water bottle

• Wear shoes with rubber or high-traction soles. Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles,

• Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces and towels away from moving parts.

MPORTANT S

SAFETY WARNING: The safety of the product can be maintained only if it is

examined regularly for damage and wear. See Preventive Maintenance section for
details.

even partially immersed in water, contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services for assis­tance.

of lint, hair or any obstructing material.

ly retrieve it. If the item cannot be reached, contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services.

holder. Containers with lids are recommended.

cleats or spikes. Make sure no stones are embedded in the soles.

AFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not use this product in bare feet.

• Do not tip the unit on its side during operation.

• Keep the area around the Life Fitness product clear of any obstructions, including walls and
furniture. Ensure that there is at least one foot of clearance in front of the Total Body Trainer.

• Use caution when mounting or dismounting the Total Body Trainer. Use the stationary han­dlebar whenever additional stability is required. While exercising, hold onto the moving
arms.

• Never use the Total Body Trainer while facing backward.

• Do not stand or sit on pedal lever covers or motor housing.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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1POINT DE DÉPART

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• Si l'appareil Life Fitness ne fonctionne pas correctement après avoir subi une chute, des

• Pour un fonctionnement correct, suivez toujours les instructions de la console.

• Une surveillance étroite est nécessaire en cas d'utilisation par des enfants, des personnes

• N'utilisez pas ce produit à l'extérieur, près d'une piscine ou dans endroits très humides.

• Ne faites jamais fonctionner de produit Life Fitness dont les bouches d'aération seraient blo-

• N'insérez jamais d'objet dans les ouvertures de cet appareil. Si un objet tombe dedans,

• Ne placez jamais de liquides d'aucune sorte directement sur l'appareil, sauf si vous dis-

• Portez des chaussures avec semelles en caoutchouc ou antidérapantes. N'utilisez pas de

ONSIGNES DE S

CONSIGNE DE SÉCURITÉ : pour un emploi sûr, le produit doit être inspecté

régulièrement afin de s'assurer qu'il n'est pas usé ni endommagé. Consultez la
section de Maintenance préventive pour obtenir de plus amples informations.

dommages ou une immersion même partielle dans l'eau, contactez le service d'assistance
clientèle de Life Fitness.

invalides ou handicapées.

quées. Maintenez-les exemptes de peluches, de cheveux ou de toute obstruction.

coupez l'alimentation électrique, débranchez le cordon de la prise et récupérez-le avec pré­caution. Si vous ne pouvez pas l'atteindre, consultez le service après-vente de Life Fitness.

posez d'un support ou d'un plateau pour accessoires. Il est recommandé d'utiliser des con­teneurs munis d'un couvercle.

chaussures à talons, de semelles en cuir ou à crampons. Assurez-vous qu'aucun caillou ne
s'est incrusté dans les semelles.

ÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

• Maintenez les vêtements lâches, les lacets et les serviettes à l'écart des pièces en mouvement.

• N'utilisez pas cet appareil sans chaussures.

• Ne faites pas basculer l'appareil sur le côté tandis qu'il fonctionne.

• Maintenez la zone autour du produit Life Fitness exempte d'obstructions, y compris de murs et
de meubles. Veillez à laisser au moins 30 cm d'espace autour du Total Body Trainer.

• Procédez avec précaution lors du montage ou du démontage de la machine. Utilisez la
barre fixe pour renforcer votre stabilité. Pendant les exercices, saisissez les bras mobiles.

• N'utilisez jamais cet appareil en vous tournant vers l'arrière.

CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR USAGE ULTÉRIEUR.

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1.2 SETUP

Read the Operation Manual before setting up the Total Body Trainer.

WHERE TO PLACE THE TOTAL BODY TRAINER

Following all safety instructions in Section 1.1, move the Cross-trainer to the location in which it
will be used. See Section 7, titled Specifications, for the dimensions of the footprint. Allow one
foot of clearance in front of the Cross-trainer to allow for movement of the pedal levers. It should
be easy to mount the Cross-trainer from the side.

HOW TO

After placing the Total Body Trainer in position, check the unit’s stability by attempting to rock it.
Any slight rocking indicates that the unit must be leveled. Check the front stabilizing feet to
determine which foot does not rest fully on the floor. Rotate the foot counter-clockwise to lower
it. Recheck the stability and adjust again as needed until the Total Body Trainer is stable and no
longer rocks. Lock the adjustment into position by tightening the jam nut against the sta-

bilizer bar with an open end 17mm wrench.

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HECK FOR POWER

The Total Body Trainer console is powered by a rechargeable 6-volt battery. Check the battery
by pressing the START key. The console should light up, and the MESSAGE CENTER should
display a prompt to set up a workout. If this does not occur, mount the Total Body Trainer and
begin pedaling. The console should then light up, making it possible to program a workout.
Pedal for 10 to 20 minutes at 1.5 mph (2.4 km/h) or faster during a workout to charge the bat­tery. Afterwards, the pedal action during workouts keeps the battery charged. If the console still
does not light, contact Life Fitness Customer Service. See section 6.5, titled How to Obtain
Product Service, for more information.

STABILIZE THE

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TOTAL BODY TRAINER

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ITNESS AND ENTERTAINMENT NETWORKING

The Total Body Trainer may be connected via CSAFE protocol to a fitness entertainment system
and/or a fitness network, such as the FitLinxxTMinteractive fitness network. Contact Life Fitness
Customer Support Services to purchase networking kits. See section 6.5, titled How to Obtain
Product Service, for more information.

• Fitness network: The network connection enables the console to upload user workout
statistics to a fitness network database or to download remotely stored information, such
a pre-set workout program. See Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts, for information
on logging onto a network.

• Entertainment: The network connection enables the console to power a third-party
receiver for use with a service such as the Cardio Theater
BroadcastVision

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entertainment system.

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entertainment system or the

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2THE DISPLAY CONSOLE

2.1 D

The computerized display console on the Total Body Trainer allows the user to tailor a workout to
personal fitness abilities and goals and to monitor progress. With this easy-to-use console, the user
can track fitness improvement from one workout to the next.

93X 90X

ISPLAY C

ONSOLE OVERVIEW

2.2 D

This section lists and describes the functions for the keys and display windows on the Total Body
Trainer console. See Section 4, titled The Workouts, for detailed information on using the console to
set up workouts.

A START: Press this key to activate the console for programming a new workout. The activated

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ISPLAY C

console lights up and displays “SELECT WORKOUT USING ARROW KEYS OR PRESS
QUICK START”. If no key is pressed for 15 seconds, and the user stops pedaling, the console
shuts down again.

NOTE: The AutoStart feature also activates the console when the user steps on the pedals
and begins pedaling.

ONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

B ENTER: Press this key after entering each value, such as weight or workout time, when

prompted by console display messages.

C ARROW keys: Use the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to change workout parameters

displayed on the console, such as length of workout, weight, age, target heart rate, and
intensity level. Pressing these keys during a FAT BURN, CARDIO, HEART RATE HILL,
HEART RATE INTERVAL, or EXTREME HEART RATE workout increases or decreases the
target heart rate*.

D QUICK START: Press this key to begin a manual workout immediately, without having to

select a workout program. Once the workout is in progress, use the ARROW KEYS to
change the intensity level.

E CLEAR: When programming a workout, press this key, to clear incorrect data, such as

weight or age, before pressing the ENTER key. Pressing CLEAR during a workout stops it
immediately, at which point the MESSAGE CENTER displays a summary of the workout,
including total time elapsed, total distance traveled, and total calories burned. Pressing
CLEAR a second time causes the MESSAGE CENTER to prompt the user for a new
workout setup.

F DISPLAY LOCK: During a workout, the MESSAGE CENTER alternately displays the num-

ber of CALORIES burned and the amount of TIME elapsed. Pressing the DISPLAY LOCK
key when the MESSAGE CENTER displays either statistic forces the MESSAGE CENTER
to display that statistic continuously throughout the workout. Pressing DISPLAY LOCK again
allows the MESSAGE CENTER to resume toggling between both statistics.

G WORKOUTS PLUS (93X only): Press this key to select a customized workout designed by

a fitness club trainer or staff member. See Section 5, titled Optional Settings for information
on designing custom workouts. The following workouts may be accessed with this key:

• CROSS-TRAIN AEROBICS • INTERVAL

• CROSS-TRAIN REVERSE • CASCADES

• AROUND THE WORLD • SPEED TRAINING

• KILIMANJARO • FOOTHILLS

H CHANGE WORKOUT (93X only): Press this key to switch to another workout while a work-

out is in progress.

I COOLDOWN: workouts end automatically in a Cooldown mode, which lowers the intensity

level. Press the COOLDOWN key at any desired point during a workout to go immediately
into Cooldown mode. In this phase of a workout the body begins to remove lactic acid and
other accumulated by-products of exercise, which build up in muscles during a workout and
contribute to muscle soreness. The console automatically adjusts each workout’s Cooldown
level according to the individual user’s performance. Each time the user presses the
COOLDOWN key, the Cooldown duration shortens by one minute.

J WORKOUT PROFILE WINDOW: This window displays shapes, made of columns of lights,

that represent the levels of intensity in a workout-in-progress. The height of the column is
proportional to the level of the intensity.

* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the CARDIO
workout is 144. This workout targets 80 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.80=144.

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