Life Fitness X5i, X5 User Manual

X5/X5i CROSS-TRAINER

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION MANUAL

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CONGRATULATIONS...

AND WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF LIFE FITNESS AND THE LIFE FITNESS X5 AND X5I CROSS-TRAINER.

The following operation and assembly procedures have been prepared to make the set-up and operation 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, front and back of the cross-trainer maintain a minimum

clearance of 8 inches (20 cm) from the nearest obstruction.

DO verify the contents of the delivery carton against the accompanying parts 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 cartons 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 crosstrainer and helps you to design a workout tailored to your personal fitness goals.

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 parts.

This Operation Manual describes the functions of the Life Fitness X-Series X5 & X5i Cross-Trainers

Statement of Purpose

This Cross-Trainer is a home exercise machine that combines low-impact elliptical pedaling with push/pull arm motion to provide an efficient, effective total body workout.

Product-specific features for each model are described in this manual under Specifications.

Warning: Injuries to health may

result from incorrect or excessive training. See the Correct Usage section on page 17.

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.

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, Select Stride, 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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

1. GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

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

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

1.3 Parts Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.4 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

1.5 How To Stabilize The Life Fitness Cross-Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1.6 Plugging in the Cross-Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2. THE DISPLAY CONSOLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13

2.1 Display Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2.2 X5 Display Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2.3 X5i Display Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

3. ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

3.1 Reading Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

3.2 Accessory Trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

4. SELECTSTRIDE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15

4.1 Description & Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

4.2 Adjusting the SelectStride

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4.3 Stride Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

5. HEART RATE ZONE TRAINING EXERCISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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

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

6. CORRECT USAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-18

6.1 Lower Body vs. Total Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6.2 Biomechanical Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6.2.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6.2.2 Forward Motion  Lower Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6.2.3 Forward Motion  Total Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

6.2.4 Reverse Motion  Lower Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

6.2.5 Reverse Motion  Total Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

7. THE WORKOUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-24

7.1 Workout Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

7.1.1 Manual/QuickStart

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7.1.2 Zone Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

7.1.3 Fat Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

7.1.4 Cardio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

7.1.5 Heart Rate Hill And Heart Rate Interval Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

7.1.6 Extreme HR Workout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

7.1.7 Sport Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

7.1.8 Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

7.1.9 Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

7.1.10 EZ Resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

7.1.11 Cool-Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

7.1.12 Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

7.1.13 Cross-Train Aerobic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

7.1.14 Cross-Train Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

7.2 Using the Workouts (Charts) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

7.3.1 My workouts  Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

7.3.2 User Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

7.3.3 Programmable Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

7.3.4 Name, Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

7.3.5 Workout, Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

7.3.6 Statistics, Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

8. USER MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

8.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

8.2 Entering user menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

8.3 Description of User Menu Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

9. SERVICE AND TECHNICAL DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-27

9.1 Preventive Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

9.2 Troubleshooting The Heart Rate Chest Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

9.3 How To Obtain Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

10. SPECIFICATIONS FOR X5I & X5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

 WARNING: Safety of the Cross-Trainer can be maintained only if it is examined regularly for damage and wear. Keep this product

out of use until defective parts are repaired or replaced. Pay special attention to the moving linkages and connection points. 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-Trainer is 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 Services. Refer to page 26 for correct contact information.

 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

1. GETTING STARTED

1.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.2 PARTS LIST The following parts are illustrated in actual size.

1.3 PARTS

DESCRIPTION

6. 7.

0. Accessory Bracket Fastener Qty: 2

1/4"-20 x 3/4" LONG 3234101

1. Phillips Pan Head Screw  Clevis Cover & Front Shroud

Fastener

Qty: 12

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 & Front Shroud Mounting Fastener

Qty: 5

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

4. Upright Mounting Bolt

Qty: 2

3/8  16 x 5" LONG 3223301

5. Front Clevis/Pedal Lever & Upright Mounting BoltQty: 6

3/8  16 x 3-1/4" LONG 3223310

6. Nylock Nut  High Profile Qty: 8

3/8 - 16 3102802

7. 3/8" Washer

Qty: 12

3102514

Not illustrated Plastic Upright Cap  Black

Qty: 1

Cap, Tube 2 x 4 Custom 6961001

Not illustrated Front upright shroud  Gray

6997201  Left (1)

6997301  Right (1)

Not illustrated Cover, Clevis 1.75" Top/Bottom  Black

6914901  Top (2)

6915001  Bottom (2)

0. 1. 2. 3.

1.4 SETUP

Tools required: Socket set, Phillips Screwdriver, 9/16" open end wrench

Please read instructions carefully before assembly. Be sure to assemble the unit where it is to be used.

STEP 1

Remove the 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 the upright tube assembly to the base frame:

NOTE: This step could require two people.

1. Position the upright tube assembly (A) between the plates on the front of the base frame (B).

2. Line up the holes on the plates (B) with the holes on the upright tube assembly (A).

3. Connect the upright tube assembly (A) to the base frame (B) using four (#5) 3-1/4" bolts, eight (#7) washers (4 on each side) and

four (#6) high profile nylock nuts. DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN AT THIS POINT.

CAUTION: The wire harness may obstruct the connecting holes. If this happens, gently pull on the end of the wire harness at the top of the upright tube assembly (A) to clear the hole. Do not force the bolt through the hole if the wire harness is obstructing the bolt, as damage to the wire harness may result.

4. Insert two (#4) 5 " bolts and two (#7) washers into the backside of the connector joint on the base frame (B). Connect with two (#7) washers and two(#6) high profile nylon lock nuts. Start each bolt, and then tighten with a 9/16 " socket wrench.

5. Tighten all six bolts with a 9/16 " socket wrench.

1.4 SETUP (CONTINUED)

STEP 3

1. Connect the upper wire harness (C) to the lower wire harness (D). Insert connected plugs of the wire harnesses into wiring hole on upright tube assembly (A).

STEP 4

1. Attach front shroud (A) to base-frame (B) using eight (#1) phillips pan head screws (4 on each side). Using a phillips screwdriver, secure the shrouds to the base frame (B). Repeat for the opposite side (same four locations).

2. Using a phillips screwdriver, complete assembly of front shroud by securing shroud with four phillips plastic screws (#3) in the areas indicated by the drawing.

STEP 6

Attach heart rate accessory tray to upright assembly:

NOTE: This step applies to model X5i only.

1. It is helpful to form the threads in the console plate (H) before attaching the accessory tray (G). Using a #3 Phillips screwdriver, start the (#0) self-tapping screws into the holes. When threads have formed,

remove the screws.

2. Feed the upper wire harness (J) through the slot in the accessory tray bracket (K).

3. Line up the holes on the accessory tray bracket (K) with the holes on the console plate (H), and then secure the accessory tray with the two (#0) self-tapping screws using a #3 Phillips screwdriver.

1.4 SETUP (CONTINUED)

TEP 5

Attach Plastic Upright Cap to upright assembly:

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

2. Line up the hole in Plastic Upright Cap (E) with hole in upright tube assembly and fasten with a (#3) screw.

STEP 7

Plug cables into the back of display console:

1. Plug the 10-pin connector at the end of the upper wire harness into the 10-pin connector (10P) in the back of the display console. Make sure the connector snaps into place.

NOTE: #2 and #3 apply to model X5i only.

2. Plug the 3-pin connector at the end of the heart rate cable into the 3-pin (3P) connector in the back of the display console. Make sure the connector snaps into place.

3. Plug in flat 6 pin (6P) connector for the Activity Zone.

4. Push excess cable(s) into the opening of the upright tube assembly (A).

1.4 SETUP (CONTINUED)

STEP 8

Attach the display console to the console plate:

1. Line up the four holes in the back of the console plate (H) with the four holes in the back of the display console (L).

2. Attach the display console (L) using the four (#2) screws. Be careful not to pinch cables between the console and the console plate. Be sure to get each screw started before fully tightening.

NOTE: To avoid stripping, do not over tighten screws.

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