Stamina GX8 User Manual

Owner's

Ma nual

W A RNING

Exercise can pre sent a health
risk. Consult a physician
before beginning a ny exercise
program with this equipment.
If you feel faint or dizzy,
immediately discontinue use
of this equipment. Serious
bodily injury can occur if this
equipment is not assembled
and used correctly. Serious
bodily injury can also occur if
all instructions are not
followed. Keep others and
pets away from equipment
when in use. Always make
sure all bolts and nuts are
tightened prior to each use.
Follow all safety instructions in
this manual.

2007, 11

CAUTION:
Weight on this product should not exceed 300 lbs.

This Product is Produced Exclusively by

2040 N. Alliance, Springfield, MO 65803

Customer Service Number

1 [phone]

www.stamin aproducts.com

When calling for parts or
service, please specify the
following number.

75-2000

Pat. Nos. 5,779,598 &

6,063,008

Other patents applied &

are pending

MADE IN TAIWAN

Product May Vary Slightly

From Pictured.

2007 Stamina Products, Inc.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page Page

Safety Instructions 2
Before You Begin 4
Equipment Warning & Notice Labels 5
Hardware Identification Chart 6
Assembly Instructions 7
Set Up Instructions 12
Operational Instructions 13
Computer Instructions 17
Storage 23

Maintenance 23
Troubleshooting 24
Conditioning Guidelines 25
Warm-Up and Cool-Down 26
Warra nty 27
Product Parts Drawing 28
Parts List 29
Fax/Mail Ordering Form 31

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

1.

Read all warnings posted on the Avari
Read this owner's/user's manual and follow it carefully before using the Avari

2.
We recommend that two people be available for assembly of this product.

3.
Keep children away from the Avari

4.
Keep children and pets away from the Avari
It is recommended that you pla ce this exercise equipment on an equipment mat.

5.
Set up and operate the Avari

6.
loose rugs or uneven surface s.
Make sure that adequate space is available f or access to and around the Avari

7.
Inspect the Avari

8.
Tighten/replace any loose or worn components prior to using the Avari

9.
Consult a physician prior to commencing an exercise program. If, at any time during exercise, you

10.
feel faint, dizzy, or experience pain, stop and consult your physician.
Follow your physicia n's recommendations in developing your own personal fitness program.

11.
Always choose the workout which best fits your physical strength and flexibility level. Know your

12.
limits and train within them. Always use common sen se when exercising.
Do not wear loose or dangling clothing while using the Avari

13.
Never exercise in bare feet or socks; always wear correct footwear, such as running, walking, or

14.
crosstraining shoes. Be sure that they fit well, provide foot support and feature non-skid rubber
soles.
Be careful to maintain your balance while using, mounting, dismounting, or assembling the Avari

15.
GX8, loss of balance may result in a fall and serious bodily injury.
Keep both feet firmly and securely on the pedal ca ps while exercising.

16.
The Avari

17.
The Avari

18.
The Avari

19.
Use two people to move the Avari

20.

To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following Safety Instructions before
using the Avari

GX8 for worn or loose components prior to use.

GX8 should not be used by persons weighing over 300 pounds.
GX8 should be used by only one person at a time.
GX8 is for consumer use only. It is not for use in public or semipublic facilities.

GX8 Elliptical Trainer, hereafter referred as the A vari GX8.

GX8.

GX8.

GX8. Do not allow children to use or play on the Avari GX8.

GX8 when it is in use.

GX8 on a solid level surface. Do not position the Avari GX8 on

GX8.

GX8.

GX8.

GX8.

WARNING:

Before starting any exercise or conditioning program you should consult with your personal
physicia n to see if you require a complete physical exa m. This is especially i mporta nt if you
are over the age of 35, have never exercised before, are pregnant, or suffer from any
illness. READ AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW

THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESUL T IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY.

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CALL US FIRST

THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING THE

Avari

To help you get started, we have pre-assembled most of your
Avari GX8 Elliptical Trainer at the fa ctory with the exception

of those few parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.

Simply follow the few assembly instructions set forth in this manual.

With regular workouts you will be getting your body into shape

and on your way to achieving a ha ppier and healthier lifestyle.

please call our Customer Service Department toll-free number,

Monday - Thursday, 7:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Central Time.

Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M., Central Time.

GX8 Elliptical T rainer

Should you have any questions,

1 [phone]

TELEPHONE

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Tel: [phone]

FAX

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Fax: [phone]

ONLINE

CUSTOMER SERVICE

[e-mail]

[e-mail]

www.staminaproducts.com

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STAMINA PRODUCTS, INC.

MAIL

ATTN: Customer Service

P.O. Box 1071

Springfield, MO. 65801-1071

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for choosing the Avari GX8. We ta ke
great pride in producing this quality product and hope
it will provide many hours of quality exercise to ma ke
you feel better, look better a nd enjoy life to its fullest.
Yes, it's a proven fact that a regular exercise
program can improve your physical and mental
health. Too often, our busy lifestyles limit our time

and opportunity to exercise. The Avari

GX8

provides a convenient and simple method to begin
your assault on getting your body in shape and
achieving a happier and healthier lifestyle.
Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.

Read this manual carefully bef ore using the Avari

GX8.

ATTENTION: Use only NiMH

(Nickel Metal Hydride) rechargeable
batteries with this product. The
higher voltage from other types of
batteries may damage this
equipment. Failure to use NiMH
rechargeable batteries will void your
warranty and may result in damage
to your machine. Stamina is not
responsible for non-complia nce with
correct battery usage.

Computer

Pulse Sensor

Handlebar

Upright

Pedal Divider

Although Stamin a constructs its products with the
finest materials and uses the highest standards of
manufacturing and quality control, there can
sometimes be missing parts or incorrectly sized
parts. If you have any questions or problems with

the parts included with your Avari

GX8, plea se do
not return the product. Contact us FIRST!
If a part is missing or defective, please call us toll
free at 1-800-375-7520 (in the U.S.). Our Customer
Service Staff is available to a ssist you from 7:30 A.M.
to 5:00 P .M. (Central T ime) Monday through Thursday
and 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. (Central T i me) on Friday.
If you would like to contact us online, go to our
website at www.sta min aproducts.com a nd a ccess the
Customer Service section.
Be sure to have the name and model number of
the product available when you conta ct us.

Battery

Warning Label

Tray

Handlebar

Rocker Arm
Left Pedal Arm

Pedal Ca p

Crank Disc

Covers

Link

Rear Stabilizer

Pedal Cap

Main Frame

Wheel

THE FOLLOWING TOOLS ARE INCLUDED FOR ASSEMBLY :

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Warning Label
Nose Covers

Roller Cover

Right Pedal Arm

Socket Wrench
Allen Wrench (5mm)
Allen Wrench (6mm)

EQUIPMENT WARNING & NOTICE LABELS

This chart is provided to help identify the warning & notice labels on the Avari GX8. Plea se take a moment
to familiarize yourself with all of the warning & notice labels.

Labels are actual size

W1

W2

WAR NING LABEL(95)

BA TTERY W ARNING LABEL(96)

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HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION CHART

This chart is provided to help identify the hardware used in the assembly process. Place the washers, the
end of the bolts, or screws on the circles to check for the corre ct di ameter. Use the small scale to check the
length of the bolts and screws.

3/16" 5/16" 1/2"3/8"1/4"

INCHES

11/2021/2 31/2 41/2 51/2 61/2

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150

MILLIMETERS

6 8 10 12

NOTICE: The length of all bolts and screws except those with flat hea ds is

measured from below the head to the end of the bolt or screw.
Flat head bolts and screws are measured from the top of the
head to the end of the bolt or screw.

After unpacking the unit, open the hardware bag and make sure that you have all the following items.
Some hardware may be already attached to the part.

length

length

in.

mm.

Part No. and Description Qty

53 Clamp W asher (M6) 8

62 Bolt, Button Head (M6 x 1 x 12mm) 4
63 Bolt, Button Head (M6 x 1 x 16mm) 8
64 Bolt, Button Head (M10 x 1.5 x 25mm) 2

65 Bolt, Socket Hea d (M6 x 1 x 12mm) 8

70 Screw, Round Head (M5 x 0.8 x 15mm) 12
71 Screw, Round He ad (M5 x 0.8 x 35mm) 5

75 Lock Washer (M6) 8
76 Lock Washer (M10) 2

77 Washer (M6) 4
78 Washer (M10) 6

79 Nut (3/8" - 16) 3

84 Nylock Nut (M10 x 1.5) 4

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Place all parts from the box in a cleared area and position them on the floor in front of you. Remove all
packing materi als from your area a nd pla ce them ba ck into the box. Do not dispose of the pa cking materials
until assembly is completed. Read each step carefully before beginning. If you are missing a part please
call our toll-free number for assistance 1 [phone] or e-mail us at: [e-mail]

L

Lift from the

Front Stabilizer

R

Make the tab face down

for assembly.

STEP 1: Attach the REAR STABILIZER(2) to the MAIN FRAME(1) with BUTTON HEAD BOLTS

(M10x1.5x25mm)(64), WASHERS(M10)(78), a nd LOCK W ASHERS(M10)(76).

STEP 2: Thread the NUTS(3/8"-16)(79) all the way to the bottom of the threa ded rod on the STANDS(59).

Lift the front stabilizer on the MAIN FRAME(1) and place a temporary spacer (wood block or thick book)
under the front of the MAIN FRAME(1). Thread the three STANDS(59) into the MAIN FRAME(1). Remove
the temporary spa cer.

NOTE:

STEP 3: Ma ke the tab in the edge of the OV AL ENDCAPS(58) fa ce down, then press the OV AL ENDCAPS

(58) into both ends of the front stabilizer of the MAIN FRAME(1).

STEP 4: Attach the PEDAL CAP(29L) to the LEFT PEDAL ARM(6) and the PEDAL CAP(29R) to the

RIGHT PEDAL ARM( 7) with SOCKET HEAD BOLTS(M6x1x12mm)(65).
NOTE:

See page 12 for detailed leveling instructions to prevent rocking.

It will be easier to attach the PEDAL CAPS(29L, 29R) to the PEDAL ARMS(6, 7) by raising the
PEDAL ARMS(6,7) and then attaching the PEDAL CAPS(29L, 29R). Please have a partner hold
the raised pedal arm a s you atta ch the PEDAL CAPS(29L, 29R). This way you are not lying on the
floor trying to attach the PEDAL CAPS(29L, 29R).

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 5

CAUTION:

Attach the UPRIGHT(3) to the MAIN FRAME(1) with the NYLOCK NUTS(M10x1.5)(84) and WASHERS
(M10)(78). Plug the BASE CONNECTION WIRE(18) into the CONNECTION WIRE(19).

Be careful not to damage the BASE CONNECTION WIRE(18) and CONNECTION WIRE(19)
when a sse mbling the UPRIGHT(3).

STEP 6

Connect the LINKS(36) to the ROCKER ARMS(4) at both sides with D-SHAPED SHAFT(42), WASHERS
(M6)(77), and BUTTON HEAD BOLTS(M6x1x12mm)(62).

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Slot

STEP 7

Place the LEFT NOSE COVER(34) and RIGHT NOSE COVER(35) at both sides of the UPRIGHT(3). Bolt
the nose covers together with the ROUND HEAD SCREW(M5x0.8x35mm)(71) on the top. Then slide the
nose covers down and atta ch them to the MAIN FRAME(1) with ROUND HEAD SCREW(M5x0.8x35mm)(71).

STEP 8

Refer to the inset drawing. Lift up the RIGHT PEDAL ARM(7) slightly. Then place a ROLLER COVER(33)
to cover the ROLLER(30). Snap the ROLLER COVER(33) into the slots at both sides of the ROLLER(30)
in the MAIN FRAME(1). Repeat on the left side.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 9

Attach the TRAY(56) to the bracket on the UPRIGHT(3) and secure with ROUND HEAD SCREWS
(M5x0.8x15mm)(70).

STEP 10

Attach the PIVOT ENDCAPS(51) to the PIVOT CUFF BUSHINGS(45) at both sides with ROUND HEAD
SCREWS(M5x0.8x15mm)(70).

STEP 11

Slide the HANDLEBAR SLEEVE(52) onto the HANDLEBARS(5). Insert the HANDLEBARS(5) onto the
ROCKER ARMS(4) a nd secure with BUTTON HEAD BOL TS(M6x1x16mm)(63), CLAMP W ASHERS(M6)
(53), and LOCK W ASHERS(M6)(75). Slide the HANDLEBAR SLEEVE(52) down to cover the bolts on the
HANDLEBARS(5).

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