Sears 831.30682-1 User Manual

Model No. 831.30682-1

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USER’S MANUAL

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CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

HOW TO USE THE RECUMBENT CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

RECUMBENT

WEIGHT BENCH EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

CYCLE EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-

tions before using the crosstrainer.

1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the crosstrainer.

2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the crosstrainer are ade­quately informed of all precautions.

3. The crosstrainer is intended for home use
only. Do not use the crosstrainer in a com­mercial, rental, or institutional setting.

4. Place the crosstrainer on a level surface,
with a mat beneath it to protect the floor or
carpet. Keep the crosstrainer indoors, away
from moisture and dust.

5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu­larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.

6. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the crosstrainer at all times.

7. The crosstrainer should not be used by per­sons weighing more than 115 kg (250 lbs.).

that could become caught on the crosstrain­er. Always wear shoes for foot protection.

9. Before using the weight bench, always
adjust the seat to the farthest forward posi­tion. Never sit on the backrest or the head­rest; doing so could cause the crosstrainer
to tip, resulting in injury.

10. Keep your back straight when using the
crosstrainer; do not arch your back.

11. The crosstrainer includes three pairs of
hand weights. Do not use other weights with
the crosstrainer.

12. When you stop pedaling, allow the pedals to
slowly come to a stop.

13. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors may affect the accuracy of
heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is
intended only as an exercise aid in determin­ing heart rate trends in general.

8. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when
using the crosstrainer; do not wear clothing

14. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and begin cooling down.

WARNING:Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician.

This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health prob­lems. Read all instructions before using. SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal injury or
property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for selecting the new FREESPIRIT

crosstrainer. The unique FREESPIRIT

970
bines a comfortable recumbent cycle with a conve­nient weight bench to let you enjoy both aerobic exer­cise and strength training exercise in the convenience
of your home.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the crosstrainer. If you have questions after

reading this manual, please call ou r ma n uf ac t ur e’s
Customer Service Department toll-free at

Headrest

CAUTION Decal 1

Backrest

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com-

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Decal 3

1-888-936-4266, Monday through Friday 8h00 until

18h30 eastern time (excluding holidays).
assist you, please note the product model number
and serial number before calling. The model number
is 831.30682-1. The serial number can be found on a
decal attached to the crosstrainer (see the front cover
of this manual for the location of the decal).

Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.

Water Bottle Holder

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Adjustment Knob

To help us

Bookrack

Console

Seat

Seat Handle
Adjustment Pin

CAUTION
Decal 2

Hand W

Note: The
decals are
not
actual

eights

shown at

size.

Wheel

Leveling Foot

Pedal/Strap

Adjustment Knob

CAUTION: The decals shown below are found on the cross­trainer in the locations indicated above. If a decal is missing
or illegible, call toll-free 1-888-936-4266 to order a free
replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.

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ASSEMBLY

M10 x 112mm Carriage Bolt (65)–2

M4 x 16mm

Screw (73)–1

M10 Zinc Nylon

Locknut (66)–2

M10 Nylon Black

Locknut (63)–2

M6 Flat

Washer (71)–3

M10 x 27mm Button

Screw (76)–3

M10 x 45mm Button

Screw (74)–2

M10 x 52mm Button Bolt (68)–2

M10 Zinc Split

Washer (85)–2

M10 Black Split

Washer (77)–3

1/2” x 70mm Bolt (51)–1

1/2” Nylon

Locknut (52)–1

M6 x 50mm Screw

(69)–3

M6 x 25.4mm Button

Screw (79)–1

M6 x 16mm

Screw (64)–5

Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the crosstrainer in a cleared area and remove the packing
materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the included

allen wrenches, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver
and a rubber mallet .

As you assemble the crosstrainer, use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly. The
number in parenthesis below each drawing refers to the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page

22. The second number refers to the quantity used in assembly.

assembled for shipping. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-assembled.

Note: Some small parts may have been pre-

, an adjustable wrench

4

1. While another person lifts the front of the Frame (1)
slightly, attach the Front Stabilizer (2) to the Frame
with two M10 x 1
M10 Nylon Black Locknuts (63).

Front Stabilizer is turned so the Wheels (30) are
not touching the floor.

12mm Carriage Bolts (65) and two

Make sure that the

1

30

65

30

2. Orient the Frame Rail (3) as shown, with the hexago-

nal holes in the indicated position. Insert the end of the
Frame Rail into the Rear Stabilizer Covers (7, 8) as
shown. Attach the Rear Stabilizer Covers with two M10
x 45mm Button Screws (74).

3. Locate the Knob (not shown) on the Seat Carriage (4).
Turn the Knob counterclockwise two or three turns to
loosen it. Next, pull the Knob, slide the Seat Carriage
onto the Frame Rail (3), and then release the Knob.
Make sure that the Seat Carriage is oriented as shown.

Move the Seat Carriage back and forth slightly until
it locks into position. Then, tighten the Knob.

Slide the Frame Rail (3) onto the indicated round tubes
on the Frame (1). Attach the Frame Rail with two M10
x 52mm Button Bolts (68), two M10 Zinc Split Washers
(85), and two M10 Zinc Nylon Locknuts (66).

2

Hexagonal

Holes

3

1

2

1

63

74

7, 8

3

68

4

85

3

Knob

66

Set the six Hand Weights (not shown) on the Rear
Stabilizer Covers (7, 8) as shown on page 3.

4. With the help of a second person, slide the Backrest

Frame (5) onto the top of the Seat Carriage (4). Next,
slide the bracket on the Seat Frame (6) over the
rounded brackets on the Backrest Frame. Align the
indicated holes in the Seat Frame, the Backrest
Frame, and the Seat Carriage, and insert the 1/2” x
70mm Bolt (51) into the holes. Then, tighten the 1/2”
Nylon Locknut (52) onto the Bolt.

Pivot the Backrest Frame (5) up until it is nearly vertical.
Insert the Adjustment Pin (29) into the lowest hole in
the rounded brackets on the Backrest Frame and
through the corresponding hole in the Seat Carriage (4).

7, 8

4

6

52

Align
these
holes

5

51

29

4

5

5. Attach the Seat (12) to the Seat Frame (6) with three
M6 x 16mm Screws (64).

5

12

6

64

64

6. Attach the Backrest (10) to the Backrest Frame (5)
with two M6 x 16mm Screws (64), an M6 x 50mm
Screw (69), and an M6 Flat Washer (71).

Attach the Headrest (11) to the Backrest Frame (5)
with two M6 x 50mm Screws (69) and two M6 Flat
Washers (71).

7. While another person holds the Upright (13) in the
position shown, connect the Upper Wire Harness (35)
to the Lower Wire Harness (36). Carefully pull the

upper end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove
any slack from the Wire Harnesses.

Turn the Knob (not shown) on the right side of the
Frame (1) counterclockwise two or three turns to loosen
it. Next, pull the Knob, insert the Upright (13) into the
Frame, and then release the Knob. Move the Upright

up and down slightly until it locks into position. Be
careful to avoid pinching the W

36). Tighten the indicated M6 x 25.4mm Button Screw

(79) into the slot in the side of the Upright.

ire Harnesses (35,

6

11

10

7

Be careful to avoid

pinching the Wire

Harnesses (35, 36).

1

79

Slot

13

35

36

5

71

Knob

71

69

69

64

Connect the wire harness on the Handgrip Pulse

8.
Sensor (15) to the indicated wire harness on the
Console (16). Insert both wire harnesses into the open­ing in the bottom of the Console.
tube on the Handgrip Pulse Sensor into the opening in
the bottom of the Console. Be careful not to pinch the

wire harnesses.

Refer to the inset drawing. Tighten an M4 x 16mm Screw
(73) into the indicated bracket on the Console (16) and
into the metal tube on the Handgrip Pulse Sensor (15).

Snap the bookrack onto the Console (16) in the indicated
location.

Then, insert the metal

8

16

73

Bookrack

73

Metal

Tube

15

16

15

6

9. The Console (16) requires four “D” batteries (not
included); alkaline batteries are recommended. Press
the tab on the battery cover
cover. Insert four batteries into the battery compart-

Make sure that the batteries are oriented as

ment.

shown by the diagram inside the battery compart­ment. Reattach the battery cover.

, and lift off the battery

9

Battery

Cover

Batteries

Tab

16

10. While another person holds the Console (16) in the

position shown, connect the wire harness on the
Console to the Upper Wire Harness (35). Insert the
excess wire harness into the Upright (13).

Attach the Console (16) to the Upright (13) with three
M10 x 27mm Button Screws (76) and three M10
Black Split Washers (77). Be careful to avoid pinch-

ing the wire harnesses.

11. Identify the Left Pedal (24), which is marked with an

“L”. Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Left Pedal counterclockwise into the Left Crank Arm
(42). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clockwise
into the Right Crank Arm (not shown) in the same
way. Important: Tighten both Pedals as firmly as

possible.
week, retighten the Pedals. For the best perfor­mance, the Pedals must be kept properly tightened.

After using the crosstrainer for one

10

11

16

Wire Harness

35

76

77

25

76

77

13

76

Adjust the Left Pedal Strap (25) to the desired position
and press the end of the Strap onto the tab on the Left
Pedal (24). Adjust the Right Pedal Strap (not shown)
in the same way.

12.Make sure that all parts of the crosstrainer are properly tightened. Note: Some hardware may be left

o protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the

over after assembly is completed.
crosstrainer.

T

24
Tab

42

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INSTALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR

If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (refer to page
and the short jumper wire included wi th t he c hes t pu lse sen sor.

1. Remove the two short screws and the two long screws
from the back of the Console (16). Lift off the front of
the Console.

2. Plug the short jumper wire (A) into the indicated jack on
the Console (16). Connect the other end of the short
jumper wire to the wire on the receiver (B). Note: Any
other wires included with the chest pulse sensor can be
discarded.

Next, peel the paper off the adhesive pad on the back
of the receiver (B). Orient the receiver as shown, and
press it onto the Console (16) in the indicated location.

18), follow the steps below to install the receiver

1

Short

Screws

2

16

Long

Screws

16

B

Jack

Lift

Here

Cylinder

A

Refer to step 1 above. Reattach the front of the
Console (16) with the short and long screws. Make

sure that no wires are pinched.

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