Vision Fitness X6250HRT User Manual

Owner’s

Guide

X6150 AND X6250HRT

INCLINE ELLIPTICAL TRAINERS

ongratulations on choosing a VISION FITNESS Incline Elliptical Trainer. You’ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your Incline Elliptical Trainer is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals. Regular use of your Incline Elliptical Trainer can improve the quality of your life in so many ways…

Here are just a few of the health benefits of aerobic exercise:

• Weight Loss

• A Healthier Heart

• Improved Muscle Tone

• Increased Daily Energy Levels

• Reduced Stress

• Help in Countering Anxiety and Depression

• An Improved Self Image

The key to reaping these benefits is to develop the exercise habit. Your new Incline Elliptical Trainer will help you eliminate the obstacles that prevent you from getting in your exercise time. Snow and rain and darkness won't interfere with your workout when you have your Incline Elliptical Trainer in the comfort of your home. This Owner’s Guide provides you with basic information on starting an exercise program. A more complete knowledge of your new Incline Elliptical Trainer will assist you in realizing your goal of a healthy lifestyle.

Please contact your authorized VISION FITNESS retailer should service be required. If a question or problem arises which cannot be handled by your VISION FITNESS retailer, please contact us:

VISION FITNESS 500 South CP Avenue P.O. Box 280 Lake Mills, WI 53551 Ph: 1.800.335.4348 Fax: 1.920.648.3373 www.visionfitness.com

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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . 37

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

TROUBLESHOOTING HEART RATE

CHEST STRAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

HOME WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

CORPORATE WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . 42

DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM . 44

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . 45

TARGET HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION . . . . 47

BALANCED FITNESS . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

STRETCHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

WEEKLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . . 52

MONTHLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . 54

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GENERAL

Table of Contents

CONSOLE OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS . . . . . . . . . 11

ON/OFF SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

PROGRAM OVERVIEWS . . . . . . . . . 14

PROGRAM OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . 17

USING THE PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . 18

USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM . . . 20

USING HEART RATE TRAINING . . . . . 21

USING THE HEART RATE

CHEST STRAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . 23

USING CUSTOM PROGRAMS . . . . . . 25

ENGINEERING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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CONSOLE OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . 28

CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS . . . . . . . . 29

PROGRAM OVERVIEWS . . . . . . . . . 31

USING THE PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . 33

USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM . . . 35

ENGINEERING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . 36

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4

POWER REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . 5

ASSEMBLY & MOVING . . . . . . . . . . . 6

PLACEMENT, STABILIZING,

& POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

CONTACT HEART RATE,

INCLINE RAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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FRONT FOOT &

TRANSPORT WHEELS

FOOT PAD

CONSOLE

GUIDE RAIL

DUAL-ACTION HANDLEBARS

SIDE STABILIZER

PEDAL ARM

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this exercise product.

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury

to persons:

• Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this Owner’s Guide. Only use attachments recommended by the manufacturer.

• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

• Do not remove the Incline Elliptical Trainer sidecovers. Service should be performed only by an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer.

• Never operate this Incline Elliptical Trainer if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or immersed in water. Please contact your authorized VISION FITNESS retailer for service.

• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not use outdoors.

• To disconnect, turn the switch to the OFF position, then remove plug from outlet.

• Only use the power cord provided with your VISION FITNESS Incline Elliptical Trainer.

• Never place the power cord under carpeting or place any object on top of the power cord that may pinch and damage it.

• Unplug your Incline Elliptical Trainer when not in use and before moving it.

CHILDREN

• Keep children off your Incline Elliptical Trainer at all times.

• When the Incline Elliptical Trainer is in use, young children and pets should be kept at least 10 feet away.

WARNING!

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OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR VISION FITNESS INCLINE ELLIPTICAL TRAINER

CAUTION!

If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.

• Do not wear loose clothing that might catch on any part of the Incline

Elliptical Trainer.

• Read this Owner’s Guide before operating this Incline Elliptical Trainer.

CLEANING

• Clean only with soap and a slightly damp cloth; never use solvents.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated below. An improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of an electrical shock. Do not modify the plug that was provided with this product. If this plug does not fit into your outlet, have a qualified electrician install the proper outlet. Adapters, extension cords and surge protectors should not be used with this product.

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ASSEMBLY

It is recommended, when possible, that an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer assemble your Incline Elliptical Trainer. If you have elected to assemble this product yourself, for your safety, please read and follow each of the steps in the enclosed assembly instructions. If you have any questions regarding any component or function of your Incline Elliptical Trainer, contact your retailer.

MOVING

Your VISION FITNESS Incline Elliptical Trainer has transport wheels included for ease of mobility. To move, firmly grasp the rear of the frame assembly. Carefully lift and roll on the transport wheels.

CAUTION: Our Incline Elliptical Trainers are well-built and heavy, weighing up

to 340 pounds! Use care and additional help if necessary.

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PLACEMENT IN YOUR HOME

Please follow the safety instructions to place the Incline Elliptical Trainer in the location where it will best be used. It is important that you place your Incline Elliptical Trainer in a comfortable and inviting room. Avoid putting your Incline Elliptical Trainer in an unfinished basement or undesirable setting. Exercise adherence will be achieved only if you exercise in an attractive setting.

STABILIZING THE INCLINE ELLIPTICAL TRAINER

After positioning the Incline Elliptical Trainer in its intended location, check the unit’s stability. Rocking or wobbling indicates that your Incline Elliptical Trainer needs to be leveled. Determine which leveler is not resting completely on the floor. Loosen the nut at the base of the leveler to allow the leveler to rotate. Now rotate the leveler to the left or right until the Incline Elliptical Trainer is stable. Lock the adjustment by tightening the nut against the rear foot support.

TURNING THE UNIT ON AND OFF

Use the power switch on the front of the unit to turn the machine ON and OFF. It is recommended to turn the machine off when not in use.

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CONTACT HEART RATE

HAND PULSE HEART RATE SENSORS

The Contact Hand Pulse Sensors are included on each product to monitor your heart rate. To use, grasp both of the sensors with a comfortable grip during your workout. The console will display your heart rate. It may take the system a few seconds to zero in on your actual heart rate.

INCLINE RAMP

Press the INCLINE UP or DOWN arrows to adjust the ramp incline from 1 to 16. This incline setting represents a ramp angle from 4° through 21°. There is not a one-toone relationship between the ramp setting and the degree of incline.

Ramp changes are not immediate. They will take time to get to the target incline angle.

IMPORTANT: The ramp incline changes only occur when the foot pedals are in motion.

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CONSOLE

DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW

The computerized display allows the user to select a workout that meets their desired fitness goals. It also allows the user to monitor the progress and feedback of each workout so they can track improvements in overall fitness over time.

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CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS

A. START/HOLD TO RESET

Press the START key to begin a MANUAL workout immediately without having to set individual information. When the program begins, you have the ability to adjust resistance levels with the ARROW keys. Feedback information will be calculated using default settings.

PAUSE: If you need to PAUSE your program during a workout, pressing

the START key will PAUSE your program for five minutes. Pressing START will return you to your workout.

RESET: If you need to RESET the console during your workout, you can

do so by holding down the START key for three seconds or until the display resets.

B. ENTER/HOLD TO SCAN

This key is used after entering each piece of information in setup such as age, weight, or level.

SCAN: When exercising in a program, pressing the ENTER key will

allow you to SCAN the feedback display views. If you hold down the ENTER key for three seconds during your workout, the SCAN function will automatically alternate feedback display views.

C. ARROW KEYS

These keys are used to change values in setup mode prior to your workout. During your workout, they are used to change workout levels. In HRT

programs, they are used to change your target heart rate.

D. PROGRAM KEYS

These keys provide quick access to your favorite workouts. There is no need to scroll through the programs to find the one you want. Simply press the program key and begin user setup.

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E. PROFILE DISPLAY

This window provides a dot matrix profile of the workout segments you are about to complete, as well as those you have already completed, and the level of resistance for each segment.

F. MESSAGE/FEEDBACK WINDOWS

These windows provide step-by-step instructions in the setup mode, instructions, feedback and motivational messages during your workout.

FEEDBACK:

During your workout, these windows display exercise feedback about your workout, including:

TIME: the time elapsed or the time remaining in your workout. DISTANCE: the total distance traveled in miles or kilometers since

the start of your workout.

STRIDES/MIN: your stride rate or strides per minute. WATTS: a measurement of workload; one watt is equal to six

kilogram-meters per minute.

CALORIES: an estimate of calories burned since the beginning of

the workout.

RESISTANCE: the current resistance level of your workout. INCLINE: the level of ramp incline. There are 16 levels that run

between 4° and 21° of elevation.

METS: a measurement of oxygen consumption; one MET equals

the approximate amount of oxygen consumed per minute by a person at rest.

G. HEART RATE/HRT FEEDBACK WINDOW

This window provides feedback on your current heart rate and the percent of your predicted maximum heart rate (% Heart Rate). It also includes your target heart rate when using one of the HRT

programs

on this product.

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ON/OFF SWITCH Turn your Incline Elliptical Trainer off if you will not use it for

an extended period of time.

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FAT BURN is a program designed to target your

stored body fat. This program is generally used at a slightly lower resistance level but runs for longer durations than other programs.

SPRINT 8 is an anaerobically-based interval

program. It is effective in recruiting fast twitch muscle fibers and improving athletic performance.

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PROGRAMS

PROGRAM OVERVIEWS

INTERVAL is an efficient workout that

strengthens your cardiovascular system by alternating work intervals and recovery intervals. Be sure to challenge yourself with intense work intervals.

MANUAL is a user-controlled program in which

the resistance remains at a set level unless you decide to change it.

GLUTE BURN is a challenging program

designed to tone the lower half of the body. This program includes incline changes and user prompts for maximum effectiveness.

SUMMIT HIKE is a variable ramp incline

program that adds variety and targets your muscles from different angles.

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