Life Fitness x3i User Manual

x3 /x3i CROSS-TRAINER

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION MANUAL

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Part# 6985001

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CONGRATULATIONS

...

AND WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF LIFE FITNESS

AND THE

LIFE FITNESS X3 AND X3i CROSS-TRAINER.

The following operation and assembly procedures have been prepared to make
the set-up of this Cross-Trainer as quick and easy as possible.

Please take special note of the following important points prior to choosing
a location and beginning assembly of the Cross-Trainer…

BEFORE ASSEMBLING CROSS-TRAINER

DO NOT locate the cross-trainer outdoors, near swimming pools, or in areas of

high humidity.
DO Make sure the sides of the cross-trainer should maintain a minimum

clearance of 8 inches ( 20 cm ) from the nearest cross-trainer or
other obstruction.

DO verify the contents of the delivery car ton against the accompanying par ts
listing prior to setting the cartons and shipping material aside. If any parts are
missing, contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services at the number listed on
page 26 of this assembly instruction booklet. Save the shipping car tons in case
of return.

DO read the entire Operation Manual prior to attempting to operate this machine,
as this is essential for proper use.The Manual explains how to properly use the
cross-trainer and helps you to design an aerobic workout tailored to your
personal fitness needs or requirements.

For your safety, before using this product, read the ENTIRE Operation
Manual and ALL Assembly Instructions.They describe equipment setup and
include instructions on how to use your equipment correctly and safely.

Class H (Home): Domestic use.

CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to this equipment

could void the product warranty.
An authorized service representative must perform any service, other than

cleaning or user maintenance.There are no user serviceable par ts.

This Operation Manual describes
the functions of the Life Fitness
X-Series x3 & x3i Cross-Trainers

Product-specific features for each
model are described in this manual
under “Specifications”.

Life Fitness STRONGLY
recommends consulting your doctor
before undertaking any exercise
program, particularly if the user has
a family history of high blood
pressure or heart disease, is over
the age of 45, smokes, has high
cholesterol, is obese, or has not
exercised regularly in the past year.

If, at any time while exercising, you
experience faintness, dizziness,
pain, or shortness of breath, stop
immediately.

Life Fitness conseille VIVEMENT
de consulter un médecin pour
suivre un examen médical complet
avant de se lancer dans un
programme d’exercice. Ceci
concerne surtout les utilisateurs
avec des antécédents familiaux de
tension élevée ou d’affections
cardiaques, les personnes de plus
de 45 ans, les fumeurs et les
obèses, ainsi que tous ceux qui ont
un taux élevé de cholestérol ou qui
n’ont pas fait d’exercice
régulièrement depuis un an.

Si, à tout moment pendant
l’exercice, l’utilisateur ressent un
malaise, un étourdissement ou une
douleur, ou s’il se trouve à bout de
souffle, il doit s’arrêter
immédiatement.

© 2000 Life Fitness, a division of Brunswick Corporation.All rights reser ved. Life Fitness,
and Heart Rate Zone Training are registered trademarks and Go System-QuickStar t™,
Extreme HR, MagnaForce, EZ Resistance, Intelli, and Sport Training are trademarks of
Brunswick Corporation. Polar is a registered trademark of Polar Electro, Inc.Any use of
these trademarks, without the express written consent of Life Fitness or the corresponding
companies is forbidden.

TABLE OF

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ONTENTS

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

1. GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

1.1 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1.2 Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.3 Parts Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7

1.4 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12

1.5 How To Stabilize The Life Fitness Cross-Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1.6 Plugging in the Cross-Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

2. THE DISPLAY CONSOLE

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15

2.1 Display Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

2.2 x3 Display Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

2.2 x3i Display Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

3. ACCESSORIES

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

3.1 Reading Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

3.2 Accessory Trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

4. HEART RATE ZONE TRAINING®EXERCISE

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

4.1 Why Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

4.2 Heart Rate Monitoring, The Heart Rate Chest Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

5. WORKOUT DESCRIPTIONS & MY WORKOUTS

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-23

5.1 Workout Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

5.1.1 Manual/QuickStart™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

5.1.10 Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

5.1.11 EZ Resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

5.1.12 Cool-Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

5.1.13 Hill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

5.1.14 Cross-Train Aerobic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

5.1.15 Cross-Train Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

5.1.2 Zone Training

®

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

5.1.3 Fat Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

5.1.4 Cardio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

5.1.5 Heart Rate Hill And Hear t Rate Inter val Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

5.1.6 Heart Rate Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

5.1.7 Sport Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

5.1.8 Extreme HR Workout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

5.1.9 Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

5.2 Using The Workouts (Chart) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5.3 My Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

5.3.1 My workout – Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

5.3.2 User Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

5.3.3 Programmable Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

5.3.4 Name, Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

5.3.5 Workout, Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

5.3.6 Statistics, Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

6. USER MENU

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

6.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

6.2 Entering user menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

6.3 Description of User Menu Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

7. SERVICE AND TECHNICAL DATA

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26

7.1 Preventative Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

7.2 Troubleshooting The Optional Hear t Rate Chest Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

7.3 How To Obtain Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

8. SPECIFICATIONS FOR X3i & X3

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

AssemblyOperations

Misc.

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• WARNING: To maintain product safety, examine your Cross-Trainer regular ly for damage and wear.See Preventive
Maintenance section for complete details.

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always unplug this Life Fitness product before cleaning or maintenance.

• To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury, always connect each product to a properly grounded electrical outlet.

• Never operate a Life Fitness product if it has a damaged power cord or electrical plug, or if it has been dropped, damaged,
or even partially immersed in water. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services.

• Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces. Do not pull the equipment by the power cord or use the cord as a handle.
Do not run the power cord on the floor under or alongside of the Cross-Trainer.

• Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.

• Close supervision is necessary when Cross-Trainers are used by children, or disabled persons.

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

• Never insert objects into any opening in this product.If an object should drop inside, turn off the power, unplug the power
cord from the outlet and carefully retrieve it.If the item cannot be reached, contact Life Fitness Customer Support Ser vices.

• Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit, except in the optional accessory tray or holder.Containers
with lids are recommended.

• 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.

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

• Keep the Life Fitness product away from walls and clear of any obstructions and furniture.Ensure that there is at least one
foot clearance in front of the Cross-Trainer.

• Use caution when mounting or dismounting the Cross-Trainer. Use the stationary handlebar whenever additional stability is
required.While exercising, always hold onto the user arms or stationary handlebar.

• Never operate the Cross-Trainer facing backwards.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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1. GETTING STARTED

1.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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1.2 PARTS

LIST

0. Accessory Bracket Fastner Qty: 2

1/4"-20 x 3/4" LONG 3226603

1. Phillips Pan Head Screw – Clevis Cover Fastener Qty: 4

10-32 x 3/8" LONG 3223401

2.

Electronics Console Mounting Fastener Qty: 4

8-18 x 3/4" LONG Phillips Pan PLT ST 3225905

3.

Upright Cap Mounting Fastener Qty: 1

6-20 x 1/2" LONG Phillips Pan PLT ST 3226003

4.

Upright Mounting Bolt Qty: 2

3/8 – 16 x 1" LONG 3223301

5.

Upright Mounting Bolt – Side Plate Qty: 4

3/8 – 16 x 2-3/4" LONG 3223308

6.

Front Clevis/Pedal Lever Mounting Bolt Qty: 2

3/8 – 16 x 3-1/4" LONG 3223310

7.

Nylock Nut – Low Height Qty: 4

3/8 – 16 Low HT 3102807

8.

Nylock Nut – High Height Qty: 2

3/8 - 16 3102802

9.

Plastic Cap Retaining Washer Qty: 10

6866701

10.

Plastic Cap – Black Qty: 10

6866601

Not illustrated

Plastic Clevis Covers – Black Qty: 2 Sets (4)

Cover, Clevis 1.75”Top/Bottom 6914901 – Top (2)

6915001 – Bottom (2)

The following parts are illustrated in actual size on the following two pages.

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1.3 PARTS

DESCRIPTION

1.

0.

2.

3.

5.

3223308

3226003

3225905

3223401

3226603

3223301

The parts shown below are actual size and can be matched to the parts list on page 5 by the number next to them.

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1.3 PARTS

DESCRIPTION CONTINUED

6.

7. 8.

9.

10.

6866601

6866701

3223310

3102807

3102802

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1.4 SETUP

Tools required: Socket set, Phillips Screwdriver, 9/16 open ended wrench
Please read instructions carefully before assembly. Be sure to assemble the unit where it is to be used.

STEP 1

Remove machine from packaging. Carefully lay out and count each part before assembly. Refer to the parts list on page 5 of
this manual.

STEP 2

Assemble upright tube assembly to base frame:

1. Lay upright assembly on floor in front of base frame.

2. Connect upper wire harness to lower wire harness. Inser t connected plugs from electronic cables into wiring hole on upright

tube assembly.

3. Position upright tube assembly between plates on front of base frame. Feed excess electronic cable into base frame.

NOTE:This step could require two people.

4. Line up holes on plates with holes on upright tube assembly.

5. Connect upright tube assembly to base frame using four (#5) 2-3/4”bolts, eight (#9) washers (4 on each side) and four (#7)

low profile nylock nuts.
DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN AT THIS POINT.

CAUTION:The electronic cable may obstruct the connecting holes. If this happens, g ently pull on the end of the cable
at the top of the upright tube assembly to clear the hole. Do not force bolt through hole if the cable is obstructing the
bolt, as damage to wiring my result.

(#9)

(#9)

(#7)

(#5)

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6. Insert two (#4) 1 inch bolts and two (#9) washers into

backside of connector joint on base frame.Star t each bolt,
and then tighten with a 9/16 socket wrench.

7.Tighten four (#5) 3-inch bolts with a 9/16” socket wrench.

8. Push the ten (#10) black plastic cover caps
over each bolt head.

STEP 3

Attach Plastic Upright Cap to upright assembly:

1. Push the Plastic Upright Cap into open end of tube at the top of the upright assembly.

2. Line up hole in nose cone with hole in upright assembly and fasten with a (#3) screw.

1.4 SETUP CONTINUED

(#3)

(#10)

Plastic
Upright
Cap

Upright
assembly