opti Exercise Bike Instruction manual

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Exercise Bike

Assembly & User Instructions - Please keep for future reference

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Important – Please read these instructions fully before assembly or use

These instructions contain important information which will help you get the best from your equipment and ensure safe and correct assembly, use and maintenance.

If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline:

or visit www.argos-support.co.uk

0345 600 1714

Issue 1 - 10/5/11

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Contents

Safety Information

Components - Parts

Components - Fixings

Assembly Instructions

Exercising Information

Before starting

Muscle chart

Warming up and cooling down

Computer Operation

Care and Maintenance

Explodes Parts Diagram

Parts List

5-10

11-15

13-14

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Safety Information

Important – Please read fully before assembly or use

This exercise equipment is built for optimum safety. However, certain precautions apply whenever you operate a piece of exercise equipment. Be sure to read the entire manual before you assemble, operate or use this equipment.

Assembly

• The product must be installed on a stable and level

surface. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the exercise bike.

• Assemble the item as close to its final position

(in the same room) as possible.

• Make sure you have enough space to layout the

parts before starting.

• Keep children and animals away from the work area,

small parts could pose a choking hazard if swallowed.

• Dispose of all packaging carefully and responsibly.

• Check you have all the components and tools listed

in the parts list, bearing in mind that, for ease of assembly, some components are pre-assembled.

• The assembly of this equipment is best carried out

by 2 people.

Using

• It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all

users of this product are properly informed as to how to use this product safely.

• This product is intended for domestic use only. Do not use in any commercial, rental, or institutional

setting.

• Use the equipment only for intended use, as described in this manual. Do not use attachments

not recommended by the manufacturer.

• Keep this equipment indoors, away from moisture and dust. Do not put the equipment in a garage,

outbuilding, covered patio, or near water.

• Your product is intended for use in clean dry conditions. You should avoid storage in excessively

cold or damp places as this may lead to corrosion and other related problems that are outside our control.

• Keep unsupervised children away from the

equipment.

• Disabled persons should not use the equipment

without a qualified person or doctor in attendance.

• Always wear appropriate workout clothing when

exercising. Do not wear loose or baggy clothing, as it

may get caught in the equipment. Wear trainers to protect your feet while exercising.

• Do not place any sharp objects around the equipment.

• Keep hands away from all moving parts.

• If any of the adjustment devices are left projecting,

they could interfere with the user’s movement.

• Before using the equipment to exercise, always

perform stretching exercises to properly warm up.

• Only one person at a time should use the equipment.

• If the user experiences dizziness, nausea, chest pain,

or other abnormal symptoms stop the workout and seek immediate medical attention.

• Injuries to health may result from incorrect or excessive

training.

• This product is suitable for a maximum user weight of:

100kg.

• This product conforms to: BS EN ISO 20957-1 and -5 Class (H) - Home Use - Class (C).

• This stationary training equipment is not suitable for

high accuracy purposes

• The braking system is adjustable.

Battery safety

• Warning: Incorrect installation of batteries may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the computer.

• Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different types.

• Do not dispose of batteries in a ﬁre.

• Do not dispose of batteries with

normal household waste, take to a local recycling centre.

Warning: Before beginning any exercise program, consult your Doctor. This is especially

important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. You MUST read all instructions before using any ﬁtness equipment. Argos and its associates assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

Over exercising may result in serious injury or death. If you feel faint stop exercising immediately.

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If you have damaged or missing components,

Components - Parts

call the Customer Helpline:

0345 600 1714

Please check you have all the parts listed below

Note: Some of the smaller components may be pre-ﬁtted to larger components. Please check carefully before contacting Argos regarding any missing components.

1. Computer x 1 2. Computer holder x 1

8. Front post x1

15. Seat x 1

4. Handlebar x 1

19. Seat post x 1

Handlebar grip x 2

20. Frame x 1

21. Adjustment knob x 1

27. Front stabilizer x 1 30. Rear stabilizer x 1 32. Seat post sleeve x 1

24L. Pedal x 1

24R. Pedal x 1

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Components - Fixings

Please check you have all the ﬁxings listed below

Note: The quantities below are the correct amount to complete the assembly. In some cases more hardware

may be supplied than are required. Some of the fixings are pre-fitted to the larger components. Please check carefully before contacting Argos regarding any missing fixings.

Handlebar locking knob x 1

Washer ( Ø20xØ 8.2x1.2t) x 8

Nylock nut (M8) x 3

Pre-fixed

Washer (Ø17xØ8.5x1.2t) x 1

Pipe x 1

Washer ( Ø20xØ 8.5x1.2t) x 3

Pre-fixed

Key head bolt (M8x60mmL) x 4

Fixing bolt (M8x16mmL) x 4

Fixing screw (M5x10mmL) x 2

Pre-fixed

Domed nut (M8) x 4

Multi tool x 1Allen key x 1

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Assembly Instructions

Total mass of the product is 11kg. The size of the equipment is (width) 50cm X (depth) 80cm X (height) 99cm.

1. Computer 4. Handlebar

7. Tension control knob 8. Front post

15. Seat 20. Frame

24. Pedal (L+R)

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Assembly Instructions

Step 1

Attach the Front Stabilizer (27) to the main frame (20) using two sets of domed nuts (28), washers (14) and Key-head bolts (25). Attach the Rear stabilizer (30) to the main frame (20) using two sets of domed nuts (28), washers (14) and Key-head bolts (25).

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Assembly Instructions

Step 2

a:Take the front post (8)

and connect the Upper Sensor Wire (9) and Lower Sensor Wire (10). Fixing the Front post with Fixing bolt(13) and 4 sets of washers(14).

b:Fixing the tension (7) to

the front post (8) with two Fixing screw (17).

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Assembly Instructions

Step 3

Assembly the handlebar (4) to the Handlebar locking hook (3) using Pipe (12), Washer (31) and Handlebar locking knob (11).

Note:

The Handlebar grip (5) can be tricky to fit as they are designed to grip tightly. Please use an mild soapy water solution to help you slide the foam onto the handlebar.

Step 4

Fix the seat (15) on seat post (19) with 3 sets of washer (16) and nut (18) tightly.

Note: The Seat post sleeve (32) has been pre-fixd on the Seat post (19).

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Assembly Instructions

Step 5

Insert the seat post (19) into the frame (20) and line up the holes that give the correct seat height. (This can be done after it has been assembled.) Secure the seat in position with the adjustment knob (21).

The seat height is correct when the knee is slightly angled with the pedal vertically down and the foot parallel to the floor.

Step 6

The Pedals (24L, 24R) are marked "L" and "R" - Left and Right. Connect them to their appropriate Crank Arms (23). The right crank arm is on the right hand side of the cycle as you sit on it. Note that the Right Pedal (24R) should be threaded on clockwise and the Left pedal (24L) anti-clockwise.

24R

24L

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Assembly Instructions

Step 7

Attach the Computer holder (2) to the Front post (8), connect the upper sensor wire (9) to the sensor wire from the Computer (1), slide

Computer

(1) onto the

Computer holder (2).

Step 8

Seting Of The Load And Adjustment: You can turning tension control knob by “ + ” for more esistance or by “ – ” for less resistance during training. It depend on personal condition.

Workout Area

The free area must be at least 0.6m greater than the training area. This is a space where you can safely dismount, without obstruction, in case of an emergency. Where two pieces of equipment are positioned adjacent to each other the free area may be shared. Only one person should be with in the training area when equipment is in use.

0.6m

(Free area )

bike and user

(Free area )

0.6m

Training area 1.2m

0.6m

(Free area )

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Exercise Information

Age

Before starting

Tailor your exercise program according to your physical condition . If you have been inactive for several years, or are overweight, you must start slowly and increase your time on the equipment; a few minutes per workout increase is advisable.

Initially, you may be able to exercise only for a few minutes in your target zone, however, your aerobic ﬁtness will improve over the next six to eight weeks. Don’t be discouraged if it takes longer. It’s important to work at your own pace.

Please remember these essentials:

• Have your doctor review your training and diet programs to advise you of a workout routine you should adop

• Begin your training program slowly with realistic goals.

• Monitor your pulse frequently. Establish your target heart rate based on your age and condition.

• Set up your equipment on a flat even surface with adequate training area, as prescribed in this manual.

Exercise intensity

To maximize the beneﬁts of exercising, it is important to exercise with the proper intensity. The intensity

level can be found by using your heart rate as a guide. For effective aerobic exercise, your heart rate should be maintained at a level between 65% and 85% of your maximum heart rate as you exercise. This is known

your target zone. You can ﬁnd your target zone in the table below.

200

180

85% to Max

160

Cardiovascular

140

120

100

Beats per minute (bpm)

65% to 85%

55% to 65%

Up to 55%

performance

Intermediate aerobic

Effective fat burning

During the ﬁrst few months of your exercise program, keep your heart rate near the low end of your target zone as you exercise. After a few months, your heart rate can be increased gradually until it is near the middle of your target zone as you exercise.

To measure your heart rate, stop exercising but continue moving your legs or

walking around and place two ﬁngers on your wrist. Take a six-second heartbeat count and multiply the results by 10 to ﬁnd your heart rate. For example, if your six-second heartbeat count is 14, your head rate is 140 beats per minute. (A six-seconds count is used because your heart rate will drop rapidly when you stop exercising.) Adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is at the required level..

30 35 40 45 50 55 60 70

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Exercise Information

Muscle chart

Aerobic Exercise

Aerobic exercise improves the ﬁtness of your lungs and heart - your body’s most important muscle. Aerobic

exercise is promoted by any activity that uses your large muscles (arms, legs, or buttock, for example).

Weight Training

Along with aerobic exercising which helps get rid of and keep off the excess fat that our bodies can store,

weight training is an essential part of the exercise routine . Weight training helps tone, build and

strengthen muscle. If you are working above your target zone, you may want to do a lower number of reps.

Targeted Muscle Groups

The exercise routine that is performed on the Exercise Bike will develop the lower body

muscle groups. These muscle groups are highlighted on the muscle chart below.

A B C

D E

Front Back

A: Trapezius

B: Anterior Deltoid

C: Pectoralis Major

D: Serratus Anterior

E: Biceps

F: Abdominal

G: Sartorius

H: Quadriceps

I: Tibialis Anterior

J: Trapezius

K: Posterior Deltoid

L: Triceps

M: Latissimus Dorsi

N: Gluteals

O: Hamstrings

P: Gastrocnemius

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Exercise Information

Warming up and Cooling down

Each workout should include the following three parts:

1. A warm-up, consisting of 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and light exercise. A proper warm-up increases your

body temperature, heart rate, and circulation in preparation for exercise.

2. Training zone exercise, consisting of 20 to 30 minutes of exercising with your heart rate in your training

zone. (Note: During the ﬁrst few weeks of your exercise program, do not keep your heart rate in your training

zone for longer than 20 minutes.)

3. A cool-down, with 5 to 10 min

to reduce post-exercise muscle soreness.

Exercise Frequency

To maintain or improve your fitness, plan three workouts each week, with at least one day of rest between

workouts. After a few months of regular exercise, you may complete up to ﬁve workouts each week, if desired. Remember, the key to success is make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life.

Suggested Stretches

For a correct warm up, see the following basic stretching exercises. Move slowly as you stretch, never bounce.

utes of stretching. This will increase the ﬂexibility of your muscles and will help

Toe touch stretch

Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible.

Hold for 15 counts, then relax.

Repeat 3 times.

Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees and back.

Hamstring stretch

Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite foot toward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg. Reach toward your toes as far as possible.

Hold for 15 counts, then relax.

Repeat 3 times for each leg.

Stretches: Hamstrings, lower back and groin.

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Exercise Information

Calf/achilles stretch

With one leg in front of the other, reach forward and place your hands against a wall. Keep your back leg straight and your back foot flat on the floor. Bend your front leg, lean forward and move your hips toward the wall.

Hold for 15 counts, then relax.

Repeat 3 times for each leg. To cause further stretching of the achilles tendons, bend your back leg as well.

Stretches: Calves, achilles tendons and ankles.

Quadriceps stretch

With one hand against the wall for balance, reach back and grasp one foot with your other hand. Keeping your bent knee pointing directly downward towards the ﬂoor, gentle pull your heel towards your buttock until you feel a gentle stretch in the target area.

Hold for 15 counts, then relax.

Repeat 3 times for each leg.

Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.

Inner thigh stretch

Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees outward. Pull your feet toward your groin area as far as possible.

Hold for 15 counts, then relax.

Repeat 3 times.

Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.

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Exercise Information

Computer Operation

KEY FUNCTIONS:

Mode(select/reset): this key lets you to select and lock on to a particular function you want.

Operation procedures:

1. AUTO ON/OFF

the system turns on when any key is pressed or when it sensor an input from the speed sensor. the system turns off automatically when the speed has no signal input or no key are pressed for approximately 4 minutes.

2. RESET

The unit can be reset by either changing battery or pressing the mode key for 8 seconds.

3. Mode

To choose the scan or lock if you do not want the scan mode, press the Mode key when the pointer on the function you want which begins blinking

1. Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.

2. Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged

under adult supervision.

3. Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the product before being charged.

4. Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.

5. Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the

product.

6. Supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.

Functions:

TIME: press the mode key until pointer lock on to time. The total working time will be shown when starting exercise.

SPEED: press the mode key until the pointer advance to speed. The current speed will be shown.

DISTANCE: press the mode key until the pointer advance to distance. The distance of each workout will be displayed.

CALORIE: press the mode key until pointer lock on to calorie. The calorie burned will be displayed when starting exercise.

SCAN: Automatically display changes every 4 seconds.

BATTERY:

If improper display on monitor, please reinstall the 1 x AA battery to have a good result.

Speciﬁcations

Time 00:00-99:59

Speed(Spd) 0-99.9km/h

Distance(Dist) 0-999.9km

Calorie(Cal) 0-9999kcal

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Care and Maintenance

Using the Workout Bench

1. The safety level of the equipment can only be maintained if it is examined regularly for damage and wear e.g. ropes, pulleys and connection points.

2. Lubricate moving parts with light oil periodically to prevent premature wear.

To prevent damage to the computer, keep liquids away and keep it out of direct sunlight.

3. Inspect and tighten all parts before using the equipment, replace defective components immediately and/or keep the equipment out of use until repair.

Pay special attention to components most susceptible to wear.

4. The equipmen can be c

cleaned using a damp cloth and mild non-abrasive detergent.

Do not

use solvents.

5. Do not attempt to repair this equipment yourself. Should you have any difficulty with

assembly, operation or use of your exercise product or if you think that you may have parts missing, contact the

Customer

www.argos-support.co.uk.

Guarantee:

For guarantee purposes, please retain your purchase receipt.

Helpline: 0345 600 1714.

Information for Users on Disposal of old Equipment and Batteries

These symbols indicate that equipment with these

symbols should not be disposed of as general household

waste. If you want to dispose of the product or battery,

please consider the collection systems or facilities for

appropriate recycling.

Notice: The sign Pb below the symbol for batteries indicates that this battery contains lead.

Products

Battery

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Exploded Parts Diagram

Using the Workout Bench

24L

24R

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Parts List

Using the Workout Bench

Part Description Qty

Computer

Computer holder

Handlebar locking hook

Handlebar

Handlebar grip

Handlebar plug

Tension control knob

Front post

Upper sensor wire

Lower sensor wire

Handlebar locking knob

Pipe

Fixing bolt (M8 x 16 mml)

Washer (20 x 8.2 x 1.2t)

Seat

Washer ( Ø20 x Ø 8.5 x 1.2t)

Fixing screw (M5 x 10mmL)

Nut (M8)

Seat post

Frame

Adjustment knob

Chain cover (Right & Left)

Crank arm Set

Pedal (Right & Left)

Key head bolt (M8 x 60)

Front stabilizer cap

Front stabilizer

Domed nut

Rear stabilizer cap

Rear stabilizer

Washer (Ø17 x Ø8.5 x 1.2t)

Seat post Sleeve

Sensor holder

Tension belt

Bearing sets

Screw

1 set

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Guarantee

This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of

Product Guarantee

Year

This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship will either be replaced, refunded or repaired free of charge where possible during this period by the dealer from whom you purchased the unit.

The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:

• The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, cabinet parts, knobs or consumable items.

• The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual.

• It must be used solely for domestic purpose.

• The guarantee will be rendered invalided if the product is re-sold or has been

damaged by inexpert repair.

• Specifications are subject to change without notice.

• The manufacturer disclaims any liability for the incidental or consequential damages.

• The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.

• In the event of a problem with the product with in the guarantee period call the

Customer Helpline: 0345 600 1714. http://www.argos-support.co.uk/

Guarantor: Argos Ltd

489 - 499 Avebury Boulevard

Central Milton Keynes

MK9 2NW