Life Fitness Lifecycle 93Ci, Lifecycle 90C Operation Manual

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Before using this product, it is essential to read this

ENTIRE operation manual and ALL installation instructions.

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

product 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 Set-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Where to Place the Lifecycle

®

Exercise Bike // How to Stabilize the Lifecycle

Exercise Bike // How to Adjust the Seat // How to Adjust the Pedal Straps //
Starting Up the Bike Console // Fitness and Entertainment Networking

2. The Display Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

2.1 The Display Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

2.2 Display Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

2.3 The Accessory Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

3. Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

3.1 Why Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

3.2 Heart Rate Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

The Lifepulse

TM

Digital Heart Rate Monitoring System // The Polar® Telemetry

Heart Rate Monitoring Chest Strap

4. The Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

4.1 Workout Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

4.2 Using the Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

To Begin any Workout // Selecting and Using Quick Start // Selecting a
Workout // Entering Age // Entering Time // Selecting and Adjusting the
Intensity Level // Selecting a Workout Mode // Switching Workouts
“On-the-Fly” // Pausing Workouts // Ending Workouts Early

4.3 Workout Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Quick Start // Fat Burn // Lifecycle Exercise Bike Workout Setup
Steps (chart) // Cardio // Hill // Random // Manual // Watts // METs //
Six Pre-Set Workouts // Fit Test // Military Fitness Test

5. Optional Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

5.1 Entering and Using the Optional Settings Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

6. Service and Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

6.1 Preventative Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

6.2 Preventative Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

6.3 Troubleshooting the Polar Heart Rate Chest Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Heart Rate Reading is Erratic or Absent Entirely //
Heart Rate Reading is Erratic or Extremely High

6.4 Recycling the Battery (93Ci Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

6.5 How to Obtain Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

7. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

7.1 93Ci Lifecycle Bike Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

7.2 90C Lifecycle Bike Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

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2006 Life Fitness®, a division of Brunswick Corporation. All rights reserved. Life Fitness, Lifecycle, Heart Rate Zone Training and
Lifepulse are registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation. 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.

This Operation Manual describes the functions of the following products:

Life Fitness Lifecycle

®

exercise bike:

93Ci, 90C

See Section 7, titled Specifications in this manual

for product-specific features.

Statement of Purpose: The Life Fitness Lifecycle exercise bike is a machine that simulates the
movements of riding a bicycle at various speeds and levels of resistance.

Health-related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equip-

ment. 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. Life Fitness also
recommends consulting a fitness professional on the correct use of this product.

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

Des problèmes de santé peuvent être causés par une utilisation 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. Life Fitness recommande également
de consulter un professionnel du conditionnement physique pour savoir comment utilis­er correctement ce produit.

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

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1 GETTING STARTED

1.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY WARNING: The safety of the product can be maintained only if it is
examined regularly for damage and wear. See Preventative Maintenance section
for details.

• Use the Life Fitness Lifecycle exercise bike only as directed in this manual.

• If a Lifecycle exercise bike does not function properly after it has been dropped, damaged,

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

• Do not allow other people to interfere in any way with the user or equipment during a

workout.

• Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.

• Supervise closely any children or disabled persons using the Lifecycle exercise bike.

• Do not use the Lifecycle exercise bike outdoors, near swimming pools, or in areas of high

humidity.

• Never insert objects into any opening of the Lifecycle exercise bike. If an object should drop

inside, carefully retrieve it while the unit is not in use. If the object cannot be reached, con­tact Life Fitness Customer Support Services.

• Never place containers filled with liquids directly on the unit, except in the accessory tray

water bottle holder. Containers should be covered with lids.

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

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

• Do not use the Lifecycle exercise bike with bare feet.

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

• Do not reach into, or underneath, the unit; and do not tip the unit on its side during

operation.

• Keep the area around the Lifecycle exercise bike clear of any obstructions, including walls

and furniture. Provide at least three feet of clearance behind the unit.

• Use caution when stepping on or off of the Lifecycle exercise bike.

• Never face backward while using the Lifecycle exercise bike.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

1 POINT DE DÉPART

1.1 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

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.

• Ne faites jamais fonctionner d'appareil Life Fitness dont le cordon d'alimentation ou la fiche
seraient abîmés, qui aurait fait une chute ou qui aurait été endommagé ou partiellement
plongé dans l'eau. Contactez le service après-vente de Life Fitness.

• 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
invalides ou handicapées.

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

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

• Ne placez jamais de liquides d'aucune sorte directement sur l'appareil, sauf si vous disposez
d'un support ou d'un plateau pour accessoires. Il est recommandé d'utiliser des conteneurs
munis d'un couvercle.

• Portez des chaussures avec semelles en caoutchouc ou antidérapantes. N'utilisez pas de
chaussures à talons, de semelles en cuir ou à crampons. Assurez-vous qu'aucun caillou ne
s'est incrusté dans les semelles.

• 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 Lifecycle exercise bike.

• 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 entire Operation Manual before setting up the Lifecycle exercise bike.

WHERE TO PLACE THE LIFECYCLE®EXERCISE BIKE

Following all safety instructions in Section 1.1, move the bike to the location in which it will be used.
See Section 7, titled Specifications, for the dimensions of the footprint. Allow a distance of 8 to 12
inches, or 21 to 30 centimeters, between the bike and other objects or surfaces on either side. Allow
a distance of 3 feet, or 1 meter, from the front or rear of the bike to any other object or surface.

HOW TO

STABILIZE THE LIFECYCLE E

XERCISE BIKE

After placing the bike in position, check the unit’s stability by attempting
to rock it from side to side. Any slight rocking indicates that the unit
must be leveled. Determine which foot is not resting completely on the
floor. Loosen the jam nut with an open-end 9/16-inch wrench, and
rotate the stabilizing foot to lower it. Verify that the bike is stable, and
repeat the adjustment as necessary until the unit no longer rocks. Lock
the adjustment by tightening the jam nut against the stabilizer bar.

HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT

It is important to adjust the seat to an optimal height for pedal­ing on the Lifecycle exercise bike. Pedaling with the seat too
low can place excessive strain on the knees and quadriceps
muscles. Pedaling with the seat too high can irritate the feet,
ankles, hips, and knees. To determine whether or not the seat
requires adjustment, sit on it and place the balls of the feet on
the pedals. The knee should bend slightly when the pedal is at
the lowest point of its rotation. It should be possible to pedal
without locking the knees or shifting in the seat.

The bike features a vertical ratchet seat adjustment system,
which makes it easy and safe to change the height of the seat
quickly.

To raise the seat, either lift the body so that there is no weight on the seat, or get off the bike.
Then, simply pull the seat upward to the desired height, and let it lock into place. Test and re­adjust the seat height as necessary.

To lower the seat, first get off the bike. Holding the seat, pull up the adjustment lever in front of
the seat post to unlock the post, let the seat slide down to the desired height, and release the
lever to lock the post into place. Test and re-adjust the seat height as necessary.

CAUTION: When using the height adjustment mechanism to change the height of
a partially raised seat, hold the seat to prevent it from falling on the hand.

MISE EN GARDE - Lorsque vous utilisez le mécanisme de réglage de la hauteur

pour monter une selle déjà partiellement surélevée, maintenez cette dernière afin
qu'elle ne vous tombe pas sur la main.

The bike’s seat post can be adjusted in half-inch increments within a 13-inch range. A total of 26
height settings are possible.

HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS

The bike pedal straps keep the user’s shoes on the pedals during a workout. The straps should fit
comfortably, but they also should be tight enough to prevent shoes from slipping at any point in the
pedaling rotation. Before working out, a user should test and adjust the tightness of the straps.

On the 93Ci: The safety straps on the foot pedals of the Lifecycle exercise bike can be adjusted
to fit a variety of shoe sizes. The straps are held in place by two knobs that extend from either
side of each pedal. The “inner” knob extends sideways, that is, toward the bike. The “outer” knob
extends downward. The ends of each strap are perforated with slots that fit tightly over the
knobs. The “inner” end of each strap is perforated with two slots, and the “outer” segment of the
strap is perforated with a row of slots. To tighten or loosen a strap, grasp the outer end, and pull
it back, away from the knob, until the strap slides off. Pull the strap out through the outer loop on
the pedal. Rest the foot on the pedal, and wrap the strap over the foot to determine the proper
length. Thread the strap through the outer loop on the pedal, tuck it under the pedal, select the
appropriate slot, and pull that slot down over the knob, until the top of the knob pops through the
slot. A click indicates that the strap is locked into place.

On the 90C: The pedals on the Lifecycle exercise bike have footstraps with slits on both the inside
and the outside of each strap. The straps are held in place by two knobs that extend sideways
from either side of each pedal. To tighten or loosen a strap, grasp the outer end, and pull it back,
away from the knob, until the strap slides off. Rest the foot on the pedal, and wrap the strap over
the foot to determine the proper length. Select the appropriate slot on the strap, and pull that slot
down over the knob, until the top of the knob pops through the slot. A click indicates that the
strap is locked into place.

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STARTING UP THE BIKE CONSOLE

93Ci model: When a user begins pedaling on the Lifecycle exercise bike, the unit’s Auto-Start fea-

ture powers up the console, causing the console display to light up and the MESSAGE CENTER to
flash a prompt: “SELECT WORKOUT USING ARROW KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START.” If the
user does not make a selection in 20 seconds, the console automatically starts a MANUAL work-
out. For information on setting up a workout, see Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts. If the user
stops pedaling for more than 15 seconds, the console shuts down.

Alternately, the user may begin pedaling at a predetermined rate and press the START key to
power up the console.

90C model: When a user begins pedaling at a predefined rate on the Lifecycle exercise, the
console display lights up, and the MESSAGE CENTER flashes a prompt: “SELECT WORKOUT
USING ARROW KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START.” If the user does not make a selection in 20
seconds, the console automatically starts a MANUAL workout. For information on setting up a
workout, see Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts. If the user stops pedaling, the console shuts
down.

FITNESS AND

ENTERTAINMENT NETWORKING

Two interchangeable network ports allow the Lifecycle exercise bike to be connected to a fitness
entertainment system and/or a fitness network, such as the FitLinxx®interactive fitness network.

• Fitness network: The network connection enables the bike 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 bike console to power a third-party

receiver for use with a service such as the Cardio Theater

®

entertainment system or

BroadcastVision

TM

entertainment system. It is necessary to purchase and install a retrofit

kit to enable this feature.

Any use of these ports for other than their intended purpose could void the product warranty.

2 THE DISPLAY CONSOLE

2.1 DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW

The computerized display console on the Lifecycle exercise bike 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.

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93Ci Display

90C Display

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2.2 DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

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

A START: Press this key (while pedaling on the 90C) to activate the console for programming a

new workout. The activated console lights up and displays “SELECT WORKOUT USING
ARROW KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START”. If no key is pressed, the console shuts down
again.

NOTE: The bike’s AutoStart feature also activates the console when the user steps on
the pedals. See the topic titled Starting Up the Bike Console, which appears in Section 1.

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 these keys, when setting up a workout, to select a workout and to change

workout parameters displayed on the console, such as length of workout, weight, age, target
heart rate, and intensity level. During a workout, press, these keys to change intensity levels.

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 or workout duration as desired.

E CLEAR: Press this key, when programming a workout, 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 WORKOUTS PLUS (93Ci only): Press this key during the workout setup to select WATTS,

METS, or one of the six pre-configured hill workouts, such as KILIMANJARO, FIT TEST, AND
MILITARY FITNESS TEST.

G PAUSE: Press this key to pause the current workout. Continue the workout by pressing the

PAUSE key again. For more information, see the topic titled Pausing a Workout in Section 4.2,
titled Using the Workouts.

H DISPLAY LOCK : During a workout, one section of the MESSAGE CENTER alternately dis-

plays the number of CALORIES burned and the amount of TIME elapsed. Pressing the DIS­PLAY LOCK key when the MESSAGE CENTER displays one of the alternate statistics, 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 in each pair.

I CHANGE WORKOUT (93Ci only): Press this key to switch to another workout program while a

workout is in progress.

J COOL DOWN: Workout programs end automatically in a Cool Down mode, which lowers the

intensity level. 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. Press the COOL DOWN key at any desired point during a workout to go immediately
into Cool Down mode. The console automatically adjusts each workout’s Cool Down level accord­ing to the individual user’s performance.

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K 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
furthest to the left is proportional to the current level of the intensity.

93Ci Only: During a FAT BURN, or CARDIO workout, which requires the use of a Polar heart
rate chest strap or the Lifepulse system sensors, the WORKOUT PROFILE window displays a
flashing heart shape to request the user’s heart rate signal. If the console does not detect a sig­nal, the MESSAGE CENTER displays the prompt, “NEED HEART RATE - PLACE HANDS ON
SENSORS OR USE TELEMETRY STRAP”. If the console does not receive the signal within
three minutes, the workout automatically is converted to a MANUAL program.

L MESSAGE CENTER: This window displays step-by-step instructions for setting up a work-

out. During a workout, it displays statistics about the progress of the workout:

• Level: the selected intensity level; alternates with Heart Rate.

• Heart Rate: the detected heart rate if the user is wearing the Polar heart rate chest

strap; alternates with Level.

• Distance: the total distance traveled.

• RPM (Revolutions Per Minute): the pedaling speed or rate.

• Calories: the number of calories burned since beginning the workout; alternates with

Time.

• Time: the number of time elapsed since beginning the workout; alternates with Calories.

If programmed to do so, the MESSAGE CENTER displays other values each time the intensity
level changes during the workout:

• Calories per Hour: the rate of calories burned per hour.

OR

• Watts: effort level in Watts. The Watt is a unit of power output or the expression of the

mechanical rate of work.

• METs: effort level in METs. The MET is an expression of the rate of work for the human

body at rest, or a metabolic equivalent; one MET is approximately equal to the metabo­lism of a person at rest.

See Chapter 5, titled Optional Settings for information about enabling the MESSAGE CENTER
to display these additional settings.

M BIKE MODE: Press this key to activate the Bike workout mode in which the rate of calories

burned and the total distance travelled increase automatically as the user increases the
pedaling speed.

N CONSTANT CAL./HOUR: Press this key to activate this alternate workout mode, which

enables a user to maintain a consistent rate of calories burned per hour.

For more information about Bike Mode and Constant Calories Per Hour Mode, see the topic
Selecting a Workout Mode in Section 4.2, titled, the Using the Workouts.

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2.3 THE ACCESSORY TRAY

The accessory tray (A), which is mounted near the base of the console, provides dual storage trays
with space for items such as water bottles, personal stereos, and cell phones. The tray is standard
on the 93Ci model and optional on the 90C model. To order it, call Life Fitness Customer Support
Services. See Section 6.4, titled How to Obtain Product Service.

Additionally, an integrated reading rack for supporting a book or magazine (B) is located at the
base of the uppper panel of the console.

3 HEART RATE ZONE TRAINING EXERCISE

3.1 WHY HEART RATE ZONE TRAINING EXERCISE?

Research shows that maintaining a specific heart rate while exercising is the optimal way to
monitor the intensity of a workout and to achieve maximum results. That is the idea behind the
Life Fitness heart rate zone training approach to exercise.

Zone training identifies an exerciser's ideal heart rate range, or zone, for burning fat or
increasing cardiovascular fitness. The values within the zone depend on the workout.

NOTE: Consulting a fitness trainer is recommended for defining specific fitness goals and
designing a workout program.

The Lifecycle exercise bike features exclusive workouts designed to take full advantage of the
benefits of heart rate zone training exercise: FAT BURN and CARDIO (93Ci only). Each workout
offers different benefits, as discussed in Section 4, titled The Workouts.

During one of these workouts, wear the optional Polar heart rate chest strap to enable the bike’s on­board computer to monitor the heart rate. The computer automatically adjusts the resistance level to
maintain the target heart rate* based on the actual heart rate. To change the target heart rate dur­ing a workout, use the ARROW keys.

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* 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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3.2 HEART RATE MONITORING

THE LIFEPULSETMDIGITAL HEART RATE MONITORING SYSTEM

The patented Lifepulse system sensors are the built-in heart rate monitoring system on the Life
Fitness Lifecycle exercise bike. During a workout, grasp two of the four sensors (A or B) that are
set into the handlebars. For an accurate reading, use a comfortable grip. The console displays
the heart rate after 10 to 40 seconds.

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THE POLAR®TELEMETRY HEART RATE MONITORING CHEST STRAP

The Lifecycle exercise bike is equipped with Polar telemetry (optional on the 90C in the United
States), a heart rate monitoring system in which electrodes, pressed against the skin, transfer heart
rate signals to the bike console. These electrodes are attached to a chest strap that the user wears
during the workout. The chest strap is optional. To order it, call Life Fitness Customer Support
Services. See Section 6.4, titled How to Obtain Product Service.

See the diagram below for correct positioning of the strap. The electrodes (A), which are the two
grooved surfaces on the underside of the strap, must remain wet to transmit accurately the elec­trical impulses of the heart back to the receiver. Moisten the electrodes. Then, secure the strap
as high under the chest muscles as possible. The strap should be snug, but comfortable enough
to allow for normal breathing.

The transmitter strap delivers an optimal heart rate reading when the electrodes are in direct
contact with skin. However, it also functions properly through a thin layer of wet clothing.

If it becomes necessary to re-moisten the chest strap electrodes, grasp the center of the strap,
pull it away from the chest to expose the two electrodes, and moisten them.

A A

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4 THE WORKOUTS

4.1 WORKOUT OVERVIEWS

This section lists the Lifecycle exercise bike’s pre-programmed workouts. For more detailed
information, see Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts. The following workouts are accessed
with the ARROW keys.

QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising, and it bypasses the steps involved in
selecting a specific workout program. After the QUICK START key is pressed, a constant-level
workout begins. The intensity level does not change automatically.

HILL is an interval-training workout combining “hills” and “valleys” of different intensity levels,
which is proven to provide effective, time-efficient cardiovascular results.

FAT BURN (93Ci only) is a low-intensity workout for burning the body’s fat reserves. The user
must wear
a Polar heart rate chest strap. The workout program automaticaly adjusts the intensity level,
based on the actual heart rate, to maintain the rate at 65 percent of the theoretical maximum

†

.

CARDIO (93Ci only) is a higher intensity workout for more fit users, emphasizing cardiovascular
benefits and maximum fat burning. The user must wear a Polar heart rate chest strap. The work­out program automatically adjusts the intensity level, based on the actual heart rate, to maintain
the rate at 80 percent of the theoretical maximum.

RANDOM is an interval training workout of constantly changing intensity levels that occur in no
regular pattern or progression.

MANUAL is a workout in which the intensity level does not change automatically.

On the 93Ci model, the following workouts are accessed by pressing the WORKOUTS
PLUS key :

AROUND THE WORLD is an interval-training workout in which the hills resemble scenes of
various geographical areas.

FOOT HILLS is a rolling hill workout with low intensity levels.
KILIMANJARO is a Hill workout in which the intensity levels gradually incline toward one ulti-

mate peak and then gradually decline.
INTERVAL is a Hill workout in which intensity levels rise and fall. The higher levels gradually

incline toward a peak and then gradually decline.

CASCADES is a two-peak workout in which intensity levels gradually increase and decrease.
SPEED TRAINING is a Hill workout in which the intensity level alternates between high and low

levels very quickly to simulate a typical speed-training workout.

†

Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to

220 minus an individual’s age.

* 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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WATTS targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of Watts. By default, this workout is turned
off. For information on making it available, see Section 5, titled Optional Settings.

METs targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of METs. By default, this workout is turned off.
For information on making it available, see Section 5, titled Optional Settings.

FIT TEST offers six different workouts to measure cardiovascular fitness compared to other
people of the same age and gender.

MILITARY FITNESS TEST is similar to the FIT TEST workout, except that this program is based upon
a specific predefined protocol. The available test is:

• AIR FORCE PHYSICAL READINESS TEST (PRT) - (U.S. MILITARY)

4.2 USING THE

WORKOUTS

Different bike workouts require different setup steps. See the chart, titled Lifecycle Exercise Bike
Workout Setup Steps for a quick glance at the steps for setting up any workout program. This

section provides details on the steps themselves.

TO BEGIN ANY

WORKOUT

Without networking, simply start pedaling to activate the console or, start pedaling and press START

to activate the console. The MESSAGE CENTER displays the prompt: “SELECT WORKOUT USING
ARROW KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START”. If it displays a different message, press the CLEAR key
twice rapidly. The networking feature is available only on the 93Ci model.

With networking enabled start pedaling, and press START or
simply start pedaling to activate the console. The MESSAGE CENTER displays the prompt:
“SELECT WORKOUT USING ARROW KEYS OR ENTER ID USING ENTER KEY”. Select a work­out, or log on to the networked exercise database, download the preset workout. The networking fea­ture is available only on the 93Ci model.

To log onto the network, press ENTER, and then enter the user ID number with the ARROW keys.

SELECTING AND USING QUICK START

QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising, and it bypasses the steps of selecting a

specific workout program. At the MESSAGE CENTER prompt to select a workout, press the
QUICK START key. The workout begins at an intensity level that remains the same unless man­ually changed.

SELECTING A WORKOUT

For MANUAL, RANDOM, FAT BURN (93Ci only), HILL, CARDIO (93Ci only), and FIT TEST
(93Ci only): When prompted to select a workout, use the ARROW keys to scroll through the
workout program names as they appear in the MESSAGE CENTER. When the desired program
appears, press ENTER.

For WATTS, METS, KILIMANJARO, CASCADES, INTERVAL, SPEED TRAINING, AROUND
THE WORLD, FOOTHILLS, FIT TEST, and MILITARY FITNESS TEST: These workouts are avail­able on the 93Ci model only. When prompted by the MESSAGE CENTER to select a workout, press
the WORKOUTS PLUS key. The MESSAGE CENTER then displays the name of one of these. Press
ENTER to select the displayed workout; or continue to press the WORKOUTS PLUS key to display
each of the other options, and then press ENTER to select the desired workout.

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ENTERING AGE

When prompted by the MESSAGE CENTER to enter age, use the ARROW KEYS to increase or
decrease the displayed age to the correct value, and press ENTER. Lifecycle exercise bike
workout programs that set a target heart rate zone first calculate the user’s theoretical maximum
heart rate

†

by subtracting the user’s age from the number 220. The programs then calculate the

target zone as a percentage of the theoretical maximum.

ENTERING TIME

When prompted by the MESSAGE CENTER to enter a time, use the ARROW KEYS to increase
or decrease the displayed time to the desired value, and press ENTER.

SELECTING AND

ADJUSTING THE INTENSITY LEVEL

When prompted by the MESSAGE CENTER, use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the
displayed intensity level or target heart rate* to the desired value, and press ENTER. Adjust the level
as needed or desired during the workout.

• Intensity level: The Lifecycle exercise bike provides a selection of 20 intensity levels. The
intensity level appears in the WORKOUT PROFILE window as rows of lights arranged in
columns. Selecting a low intensity level at first is recommended. As physical conditioning
improves, the levels can increase.

• Target heart rate: Exercise bike programs that calculate a target heart rate base this number
on the age of the user and the type of workout. The user accepts or adjusts the rate when
setting up the workout. During the workout itself, the program reads the heart rate, which is
transmitted via the Polar heart rate chest strap or through to contact heart rate electrodes;
and it uses this data to adjust the resistance. Manually raising the rate increases the intensity
of the cardiovascular exercise.

SELECTING A WORKOUT MODE

Two workout mode options on the Lifecycle exercise bike feature alternate ways to vary workouts.

• Bike Mode: This workout mode simulates the experience of riding a real bicycle. The rate
of calories burned, and total distance travelled increase automatically as the user increases
the pedaling speed. This mode can be used with all workouts, except for FAT BURN and
CARDIO. To select Bike mode, press BIKE MODE key.

• Constant-Calories-Per-Hour Mode: This workout mode enables a user to maintain a
consistent rate of calories burned per hour. As the pedaling speed increases, the resis­tance level automatically decreases. As the pedaling speed decreases, the resistance
level automatically increases. This mode can be used with all workouts. To select it,
press the CONSTANT CAL./HR. key.

If the user selects a FAT BURN or CARDIO during the setup, the default mode is Constant-
Calories-Per-Hour. For all other workouts, the default mode is Bike. The user may select or
change a mode during a workout setup or during a workout.

†

Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to

220 minus an individual’s age.

* 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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SWITCHING WORKOUTS “ON-THE-FLY” (93Ci ONLY)

It is possible, during a workout, to switch to another workout program. After a switch, the console
retains all the progress information about the workout since its beginning. To change workouts
“on the fly,” press the CHANGE WORKOUT key repeatedly until the desired alternate workout
appears in the MESSAGE CENTER. Then press ENTER

PAUSING WORKOUTS (93Ci ONLY)

To pause a workout, simply stop pedaling or press the PAUSE key. If the PAUSE key was
pressed, press the PAUSE key again or the ENTER key. To continue the workout, resume pedal­ing. The pause duration lasts 60 seconds, after which, the console automatically shuts down.

PAUSING WORKOUTS (90C ONLY)

To pause a workout, press the PAUSE key, which brings the resistance level down near zero. To
continue a paused workout, press the PAUSE key again or the ENTER key. Note that the user
must continue pedaling during a pause in order to retain the current workout information. If the
user stops pedaling, the workout automatically ends, and the information is lost.

ENDING WORKOUTS EARLY

To end a workout before the pre-set duration expires, press CLEAR once. The MESSAGE CENTER
then displays a workout summary, which includes the distance travelled, the total calories burned, and
other statistics. Press CLEAR a second time, and the MESSAGE CENTER displays “SELECT

WORKOUT USING ARROW KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START” for a new workout.

4.3 WORKOUT DESCRIPTIONS

Q

UICK START

QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising, and it bypasses the steps of selecting a specific

workout program. The intensity level for the workout is set automatically and remains the same unless
manually changed. To change the level, press the UP or DOWN ARROW keys to enter a higher or
lower level number. If the METS display is enabled, the MESSAGE CENTER displays ENTER
WEIGHT, which is required to calculate this value. Using the ARROW KEYS, increase or decrease
the displayed weight to the correct value.

F

AT BURN (93Ci ONLY)

The FAT BURN workout is designed to maintain a user’s heart rate at 65 percent of the theoretical
maximum†for optimal results. If the user does not wear a Polar heart rate chest strap during the work­out, the WORKOUT PROFILE window displays a heart shape. The console continuously monitors
and displays the heart rate, adjusting the intensity level of the Lifecycle exercise bike to reach and
maintain the target*. This system eliminates over-and under-training, and it maximizes the aerobic
benefits of exercise by using the body's fat stores for fuel.

CARDIO (93Ci ONLY)

The CARDIO workout is virtually identical to FAT BURN; however the target heart rate* is calcu-
lated at 80 percent of the theoretical maximum†. The user wears a chest strap. The higher target
promotes cardiovascular improvement by placing a heavier workload on the heart muscle.

QUICK START

Press QUICK START
Begin workout

RANDOM

Select RANDOM
Enter time
Select level
Begin workout

MANUAL

Select MANUAL
Enter time
Select level
Begin workout

HILL

Select HILL
Enter time
Select level
Begin workout

FAT BURN (93Ci only)**

Select FAT BURN
Enter time
Enter age
Accept THR**
Begin workout

CARDIO (93Ci only)**

Select CARDIO
Enter time
Enter age
Accept THR
Begin workout

WATTS (93Ci only)

Press WORKOUTS PLUS

repeatedly until WATTS

appears; press ENTER
Enter time
Enter Watts goal value
Begin workout

METS (93Ci only)

Press WORKOUTS PLUS

repeatedly until METS

appears; press ENTER
Enter time
Enter METs goal value
Begin workout

AROUND THE
WORLD (93Ci only)

Press WORKOUTS PLUS

repeatedly until AROUND

THE WORLD Appears;

press ENTER
Enter time
Select level
Begin workout

KILIMANJARO

(93Ci only)

Press WORKOUTS PLUS

repeatedly until KILI-

MANJARO appears;

press ENTER
Enter time
Select level
Begin workout

INTERVAL (93Ci only)

Press WORKOUTS PLUS

repeatedly until
INTERVAL appears;

press ENTER
Enter time
Select level
Begin workout

CASCADES (93Ci only)

Press WORKOUTS PLUS

repeatedly until

CASCADES appears;

press ENTER
Enter time
Select level
Begin workout

SPEED TRAINING

(93Ci only)

Press WORKOUTS PLUS

repeatedly until SPEED

TRAINING appears;

press ENTER
Enter time
Select level
Begin workout

FOOT HILLS (93Ci only)

Press WORKOUTS PLUS

repeatedly until FOOT

HILLS appears; press

ENTER
Enter time
Select level

Begin workout

FIT TEST*

Press PERSONAL TRAIN-

ER repeatedly until FIT
TEST appears;

press ENTER
Enter weight
Enter age
Enter gender
Enter level
Begin workout

AIR FORCE PRT

Press PERSONAL TRAIN-

ER repeatedly until AIR

FORCE PRT appears;

press ENTER
Enter weight
Enter height
Enter age
Enter gender
Answer prompt
Begin workout

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†

Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to

220 minus an individual’s age.

* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the FAT BURN
workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117.

** This workout requires user to wear the telemetry chest strap or to grip the Lifepulse sensors throughout the workout.

LIFECYCLE EXERCISE BIKE WORKOUT SETUP STEPS

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HILL

The Life Fitness-patented HILL workout offers a variety of configurations for interval training. Intervals
are periods of intense aerobic exercise separated by regular periods of lower-intensity exercise. The
WORKOUT PROFILE window represents high and low intervals as columns of light, which together
have the appearance of hills and valleys. The computerized interval training workout has been scien­tifically demonstrated to promote greater cardio-respiratory improvement than steady-pace training.

Each HILL workout goes through four phases, each marked by different intensity levels. The WORK­OUT PROFILE window displays the progress of the phases, as seen in the chart following these
descriptions. The heart rate should be measured at two stages in the workout to gauge its effective­ness. To do so, wear the Polar heart rate chest strap. Note that the MESSAGE CENTER does not
display a request for a heart rate measurement during a HILL workout.

1 Warm-up is a phase of low, gradually rising resistance, which brings the heart rate into the

lower end of the target zone and increases respiration and blood flow to working muscles.

2 Plateau increases the intensity slightly, and keeps it steady, to bring the heart rate to the low

end of the target zone. Check the heart rate at the end of this phase.

3 Interval Training is a series of increasingly steeper hills, alternating with valleys, or stints of

recovery. The heart rate should rise to the high end of the target zone. Check the heart rate
at the end of this phase.

4 Cool-down is a low-intensity phase that allows the body to begin removing lactic acid, and

other exercise by-products, which build up in muscles and contribute to soreness.

Each column, as seen in the WORKOUT PROFILE window and the chart above, represents one inter­val. The overall duration of the workout determines the length of each interval. Each workout is made up
of 20 intervals, so the duration of an interval is equal to the duration of the entire workout divided by 20.

1 to 9 minutes: A workout with a duration of less than 10 minutes is insufficient for the Hill pro­gram to complete all four phases adequately. The program, therefore, condenses a workout of
this duration at various stages.

10 to 19 minutes: The interval durations initially are set at 30 seconds for a 10-minute workout.
For every minute added by the user “on the fly,” each interval increases by three seconds.
A 15-minute workout consists of 20 intervals at 45 seconds each.

20 to 99 minutes: All intervals last 60 seconds. If the user adds minutes to the pre-set duration
while the workout is in progress, the program adds hills and valleys that are identical to the first
eight intervals of the Interval Training phase. This pattern repeats until the workout is completed.

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RANDOM

The RANDOM program creates a terrain of hills and valleys that varies with each workout. More
than one million different patterns are possible.

MANUAL

The MANUAL program sets an intensity level that does not change automatically. While the work­out is in progress, increase or lower the intensity level as desired, using the arrow keys.

WATTS (93Ci

ONLY)

This workout targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of Watts. A Watt is a unit of power
that measures the amount of mechanical work required to operate a device, such as a Lifecycle
exercise bike. It is roughly equal to .25 calories per hour. The workout program automatically
alters the intensity level to maintain the appropriate rate of effort. By default, this workout is turned
off. For information on making it available, see Section 5, titled Optional Settings.

METS (93Ci ONLY

)

This workout targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of METs. A MET is a unit of measure­ment used to express the metabolic rate of work (oxygen consumption per unit of body weight)
required to perform a task. One MET is approximately equal to a person’s metabolism when seated
and relaxed. By default, this workout is turned off. For information on making it available, see Section
5, titled Optional Settings.

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FIT TEST (93Ci ONLY)

The Lifecycle exercise bike Fit Test program is another exclusive feature of this versatile exercise bike. The
Fit Test workout measures cardiovascular fitness and can be used to monitor improvements in endurance
every four to six weeks. The user must wear a heart rate chest strap, as the test score calculation is based
on a heart rate reading. The workout duration will be five minutes at the chosen resistance level.
Immediately afterward, the console will take the user's heart rate reading, calculate a fitness score, and dis­play the score in the MESSAGE CENTER.

The Fit Test is considered to be a submax VO2 (volume of oxygen) test. It gauges how well the heart sup­plies oxygenated blood to the exercising muscles, and how efficiently those muscles receive oxygen from
the blood. Physicians and exercise physiologists generally regard this test as a good measure of aerobic
capacity. Please note that the estimated VO2 max scores achieved will be 10 percent to15 percent lower
on stationary exercise bikes than those achieved on other Life Fitness cardiovascular equipment. Stationary
cycling has a higher rate of isolated muscle fatigue of the quadriceps when compared to walking/running on
a treadmill, climbing on a stairclimber, or utilizing a cross-trainer. This higher rate of fatigue corresponds to
lower levels of estimated VO2 max scores.

To set up the Fit Test:

O

Begin pedaling.

O

Press the WORKOUTS PLUS button repeatedly (93Ci) or use UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS (90C) until
the FIT TEST option appears in the message center. Press ENTER to select the FIT TEST option.

O

The message center will prompt for a user weight (ENTER WEIGHT). Use the UP/DOWN ARROW
KEYS to input your weight. Press ENTER to accept the weight.

O

The message center will next prompt for a user age (ENTER AGE). Use the UP/DOWN ARROW
KEYS to input your age. Press ENTER to accept the age.

O

The message center will next prompt for a user gender (SELECT GENDER). Using the UP/DOWN
ARROW KEYS, select a gender. Press ENTER to accept the gender selection.

O

The message center will next prompt for a workout level (ENTER LEVEL). Consult the following rec­ommended fit test level chart for an appropriate effort level based on your age, gender and activity
level. Use the UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS to enter the corresponding level.

After the five-minute FIT TEST is completed, a FIT TEST score will be displayed.

F

IT TEST

PROGRAM SUGGESTED EXERTION LEVELS

Inactive Active Very Active

Bike Fit Test Level L4-6 men L5-10 men L8-14 men

L2-4 women L3-7 women L6-10 women

Suggested exertion levels should be used as a guideline for setting up the Fit Test program. The goal is to
elevate the user's heart rate to a level that is between 60%-85% of their theoretical maximum heart rate
(220-age).

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Within each suggested range, these additional guidelines can be used:

Lower Half of Range Upper Half of Range

higher age lower age

lower weight higher weight*

shorter taller

* in cases of excessive weight, use lower half of range

The computer will not accept:

O

heart rates less than 52 or greater than 200 beats per minute

O

body weights less than 75 pounds (34 kg) or greater than 400 pounds (182 kg)

O

ages below 10 or over 99 years

O

data input that exceeds human potential

If you make an error when entering any Fit Test data, you can correct it by pressing CLEAR, inputting the
correct information, and pressing ENTER.

It is important for you to take the Fit Test under similar circumstances each time. Your heart rate is depen­dent on many factors, including:

O

amount of sleep the previous night (at least seven hours is recommended)

O

time of day

O

time you last ate (two to four hours after the last meal is recommended)

O

time since you last drank a liquid containing caffeine or alcohol, or smoked a cigarette (at least four
hours is recommended)

O

time since you last exercised (at least six hours is recommended)

For the most accurate Fit Test results, you should perform the Fit Test on three consecutive days and aver­age the three scores.

NOTE: To receive a proper Fit Test score, the work done must be within a training heart rate zone that is
60 percent to 85 percent of the theoretical maximum heart rate. This rate is defined by the American
College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to 220 minus an
individual's age.

The tables below list fit test results.

RELATIVE FITNESS CLASSIFICATION FOR MEN

Men Estimated VO2 Max (ml/kg/min) Per Age Category

Rating 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+

Elite 52+ 51+ 48+ 45+ 42+

Excellent 50-51 48-50 46-47 42-44 39-41

Very Good 47-49 45-47 43-45 40-41 36-38

Above Average 44-46 42-44 40-42 37-39 33-35

Average 41-43 39-41 37-39 34-36 30-32

Below Average 38-40 36-38 34-36 31-33 27-29

Low 35-37 33-35 31-33 28-30 24-26

Very Low <35 <33 <31 <28 <24

RELATIVE FITNESS CLASSIFICATION FOR WOMEN

Women Estimated VO2 Max (ml/kg/min) Per Age Category

Rating 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+

Elite 44+ 42+ 39+ 35+ 34+

Excellent 42-43 40-41 37-38 33-34 32-33

Very Good 39-41 37-39 35-36 31-32 30-31

Above Average 37-38 35-36 32-34 29-30 28-29

Average 34-36 32-34 30-31 27-28 25-27

Below Average 31-33 29-31 27-29 25-26 23-24

Low 28-30 27-28 25-26 22-24 20-22

Very Low <28 <27 <25 <22 <20

Life Fitness developed this rating scale based on VO2 max percentile distributions referenced in American
College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" (6th Ed. 2000). It is
designed to provide a qualitative description of a user's VO2 max estimation, and a means of assessing ini­tial fitness level and tracking improvement.

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MILITARY FITNESS TEST (93Ci ONLY)

The 93Ci exercise bike features an Air Force Physical Readiness Tests (PRT). This test is similar to the fit
test workout, except that it does not have a preset time goal. The Air Force PRT is located in the Workouts
Plus Workouts.

To begin an Air Force PRT:

O

Press the Workouts Plus repeatedly until the Air Force PRT appears in the message center and
press ENTER to select the Air Force PRT option.

O

The message center will prompt for a user weight (ENTER WEIGHT). Enter a weight between 75 ­400 pounds using the the UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS. Press ENTER to accept the weight.

O

The message center will next prompt for a user height (ENTER HEIGHT). Enter a height between 36

- 90 inches using the UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS. Press ENTER to accept the height.

O

The message center will next prompt for a user age (ENTER AGE). Enter an age between 17 - 70
years using the the UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS. Press ENTER to accept the age.

O

The message center will next prompt for a user gender (SELECT GENDER). Using the UP/DOWN
ARROW KEYS, select a gender. Press ENTER to accept the gender selection.

O

The message center will next prompt for a user Fitness Level ("Do you participate in Aerobic Activity
at least 20 minutes per session 3+ times per week"). Using the UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS, select
'YES' or 'NO'. Press ENTER to accept the selection.

The Air Force PRT begins after the user selects their Fitness Level and presses ENTER. During the PRT
the user must maintain 50-80 RPM. If the user pedals outside this range, a warning message is displayed.
If the user continues to pedal outside this range for more than 10 seconds, the test is terminated. If the
user's heart rate exceeds 85% of their theoretical maximum heart rate, the test is also terminated. The Air
Force PRT requires a user's heart rate throughout the test. Heart rate is recorded every minute, and if it is
not detected, the test will terminate. The PRT starts with a 2 minute warm-up. After this warm-up, an initial
wattage setting is determined from the user's input data. The PRT then monitors a user's heart rate and
determines if more resistance is needed. After 6 minutes at a constant wattage, the exercise bike will try to
calculate a score.

SIX PRE-SET WORKOUTS (93Ci ONLY)

AROUND THE WORLD, CASCADES, FOOT HILLS, INTERVAL, KILIMANJARO, and SPEED
TRAINING are variations of the HILL workout. These workouts cannot be changed "on the fly."

AROUND THE WORLD is an interval-training workout in which the hills resemble scenes of

various geographical areas.

CASCADES is a two-peak workout in which intensity levels gradually increase and decrease.
FOOT HILLS is a rolling hill workout with low intensity levels.
INTERVAL is a Hill workout in which intensity levels rise and fall. The higher levels gradually

incline toward a peak and then gradually decline.
KILIMANJARO is a Hill workout in which the intensity levels gradually incline toward one ulti-

mate peak and then gradually decline.
SPEED TRAINING is a Hill workout in which the intensity level alternates between high and low

levels very quickly to simulate a typical speed-training workout.

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5 OPTIONAL SETTINGS

5.1 ENTERING AND USING THE OPTIONAL SETTINGS FEATURE

Fitness club managers and other authorized personnel can use the Optional Settings
feature to change default settings, or to enable or disable certain programs or displays on
the bike console.

To enter the Optional Settings, while the unit is on, hold down the UP ARROW key, press
CLEAR twice and press ENTER. The MESSAGE CENTER displays OPTIONAL SETTINGS, and
then, the first configuration option. Scroll forward through the options using the ENTER key, or
backward, using the CLEAR key. For each feature or setting option, the MESSAGE CENTER
displays the default setting. To change the default, press an ARROW key for the desired value.
Press ENTER to select the new value or setting.

To exit Optional Settings, press the CLEAR key repeatedly until the MESSAGE CENTER
displays “SELECT WORKOUT USING ARROW KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START”.

Setting Default Value Description

MAX WORKOUT 60 minutes This is the maximum possible duration for a

DURATION workout. The value can range from 1 to 99.

ENGLISH/METRIC ENGLISH This option determines the units of weight

UNITS measurement used by workout programs.

WATTS DISPLAY ENABLED If this option is enabled, the MESSAGE CENTER

ENABLE/ displays the Watts equivalent of the step rate.
DISABLE

METS DISPLAY DISABLED If this option is enabled, the MESSAGE CENTER

ENABLE/ displays the METs equivalent of the step rate.
DISABLE

WATTS PROGRAM DISABLED If this option is enabled, the Watts program becomes

ENABLE/ an available workout on the bike.
DISABLE

METS PROGRAM DISABLED If this option is enabled, the METs program becomes

ENABLE/ an available workout on the bike.
DISABLE

CAL/HR DISPLAY DISABLED If this option is enabled, the MESSAGE CENTER

ENABLE/ displays the number of calories burned per hour
DISABLE during the workout.

AIR FORCE PRT (93Ci) ENABLED If this option is enabled, the FITNESS TEST: AIR

ENABLE/ FORCE PRT program becomes an available workout
DISABLE on the bike.

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PTIONAL SETTINGS

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6 SERVICE AND TECHNICAL DATA

6.1 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS

The Lifecycle exercise bike is backed by the engineering excellence of Life Fitness and is one of
the most rugged and trouble-free pieces of exercise equipment on the market today. Commercial
Life Fitness products have proven to be durable in health clubs, colleges, and military facilities
the world over. This same technology, engineering expertise, and reliability have gone into the
Lifecycle exercise bike.

NOTE: The safety of the equipment can be maintained only if the equipment is examined regu­larly for damage or wear. Keep the equipment out of use until defective parts are repaired or
replaced. Pay special attention to parts that are subject to wear as outlined in the Preventive
Maintenance Schedule. See Section 6.2.

REMARQUE : pour conserver un matériel sûr, il convient de l'inspecter régulièrement afin de
déceler tout signe d'usure ou d'endommagement. N'utilisez pas l'appareil tant que les pièces
défectueuses n'ont pas été réparées ou remplacées. Portez une attention toute particulière aux
pièces qui s'usent, comme indiqué ci-dessous.

The following preventive maintenance tips will keep the Lifecycle exercise bike operating at peak
performance:

• Locate the bike in a cool, dry place.

• Keep the pedal straps fastened securely when using the bike.

• Keep the display console free of fingerprints and salt build-up caused by sweat.

• Use a 100% cotton cloth, lightly moistened with water and mild liquid detergent, to

clean the bike. Other fabrics, including paper towels, may scratch the surface.

Do not use ammonia or acid-based cleaners.

• Long fingernails may damage or scratch the surface of the console; use the pad of the
finger to press the selection buttons on the console.

• Clean the housing thoroughly on a regular basis.

NOTE: A non-abrasive cleaner and soft cotton cloth are strongly recommended for cleaning the
exterior of the unit. At no time should cleaner be applied directly to any part of the equipment;
apply the non-abrasive cleaner on a soft cloth, and then wipe the unit.

6.2 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Follow the schedule below to ensure proper operation of the product.

6.3 TROUBLESHOOTING THE HEART RATE CHEST STRAP

HEART RATE READING IS ERRATIC OR ABSENT ENTIRELY

• Repeat the electrode moistening procedure. See Section 3.2, titled Heart Rate
Monitoring for details. The electrodes must remain wet to pick up and transmit accurate

heart rate eadings.

• Make sure the electrodes are flat against the skin.

• Wash the belt transmitter regularly with mild soap and water.

• Make sure the chest strap transmitter is within three feet, or one meter, of the heart rate
receiver.

• The chest strap is battery-operated and will stop functioning when the battery runs out.
Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services for instructions on how to have the
chest strap replaced. See section 6.4, titled How to Obtain Product Service.

HEART RATE READING IS ERRATIC OR EXTREMELY HIGH

If the chest strap is worn near sources of electromagnetic signals, these signals may be strong
enough to affect heart rate readings. Possible sources include:

• Television sets and/or antennas, cell phones, computers, cars, high voltage power lines
and motor driven exercise equipment.

• Another heart rate transmitter within three feet, or one meter, may also cause abnormal
heart rate readings.

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Follow the schedule below to ensure proper operation of the product.

ITEM WEEKLY MONTHLY BI-ANNUALLY ANNUALLY

Display Console CI
Console Mounting Bolts I
Accessory Tray CI
Frame CI
Plastic Covers CI
Pedals and Straps CI

KEY: C=Clean; I=Inspect

6.4 R

ECYCLING THE BATTERY

When this Life Fitness product is about to be discarded at the end of its useful life, the rechargeable
battery must first be removed and recycled. To access the battery, remove the right-side pedal crank
and shroud. To remove the battery, disconnect the cable, and remove the two screws holding the

battery to the bracket.

6.5 HOW TO OBTAIN PRODUCT SERVICE

1. Verify the symptom and review the operating instructions. The problem may be unfamiliarity
with the product and its features and workouts.

2. Locate and document the serial number of the unit. This number consists of three letters
followed by six numbers. The serial number plate is located on the front stabilizer at the
bottom of the unit.

3. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services via the Web at: www.lifefitness.com, or call
the nearest Life Fitness Customer Support Services group:

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For Product Service within
the United States and Canada:

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Toll-free telephone: [phone]

For Product Service Internationally:

Life Fitness Europe GmbH

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Life Fitness (UK) LTD

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Life Fitness Atlantic BV
Life Fitness Benelux

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Life Fitness Italia S.R.L.

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Toll-free telephone: [phone]

Life Fitness Vertriebs GmbH

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Life Fitness Asia Pacific Ltd

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Life Fitness Latin America

and Caribbean

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Life Fitness Brazil

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Life Fitness Japan

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Life Fitness Iberia

Telephone : [phone]
FAX : [phone]

7 SPECIFICATIONS

7.1 93Ci L

IFECYCLE EXERCISE BIKE SPECIFICATIONS

Designed use: Heavy/Commercial
Maximum user weight: 400 pounds / 149 kilograms

CONSOLE:
Type: Arrow keys
Displays: MESSAGE CENTER with heart rate, distance, Revolutions Per Minute (RPM),

calories, calories per hour (when enabled), Watts (when enabled), and
METs (when enabled)
WORKOUT PROFILE

Summaries: Total elapsed time of workout, total calories burned, total distance
Character size: 0.54 inches
Workouts: Quick Start, Fat Burn, Cardio, Manual, Random, Hill, Watts (when enabled),

METS (when enabled), Kilimanjaro, Cascades, Speed Training, Interval, Foot
Hills, Around the World, Fit Test, Military Fitness Test (when enabled)

Heart rate monitor: Polar telemetry heart rate monitoring system

Lifepulse contact heart rate
Polar heart rate chest strap (optional)

Intensity levels: 20
Pedal size 5 inches x 5.5 inches / 127 millimeters x 140 millimeters

Drive type: Belt/alternator
Accessory Tray: Standard
Color: Gray / Silver

ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS:

Length 48 inches / 122 centimeters
Width 24 inches / 61 centimeters
Height 54 inches / 137 centimeters
Weight 107 pounds / 40 kilograms

SHIPPING DIMENSIONS:

Length 48 inches / 122 centimeters
Width 22 inches / 56 centimeters
Height 37 inches / 94 centimeters
Weight 130 pounds / 59 kilograms

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7.1 90C L

IFECYCLE EXERCISE BIKE SPECIFICATIONS

Designed use: Heavy/Commercial
Maximum user weight: 400 pounds / 149 kilograms
CONSOLE:
Type: Arrow keys
Displays: MESSAGE CENTER with heart rate, distance, Revolutions Per Minute (RPM),

calories, calories per hour (when enabled), Watts (when enabled), and
METs (when enabled)

WORKOUT PROFILE
Summaries: Total elapsed time of workout, total calories burned, total distance
Character size: 0.54 inches
Workouts: Quick Start, Manual, Random, Hill
Heart rate monitor: Polar telemetry heart rate monitoring system (optional in U.S.A.)

Lifepulse contact heart rate

Polar heart rate chest strap (optional)
Intensity levels: 20

Pedal size 5 inches x 5.5 inches / 127 millimeters x 140 millimeters
Drive type: Belt/alternator
Accessory Tray: Optional
Color: Gray / Silver

ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS:

Length 48 inches / 122 centimeters
Width 24 inches / 61 centimeters
Height 54 inches / 137 centimeters
Weight 107 pounds / 40 kilograms

SHIPPING DIMENSIONS:

Length 48 inches / 122 centimeters
Width 22 inches / 56 centimeters
Height 37 inches / 94 centimeters
Weight 125 pounds / 46.6 kilograms

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