Horizon Fitness 4.1T Treadmill User Manual
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1. SUN MON TUES WED THUR FRI SAT WEEKLY TOTALS WEEKLY GOAL DAY DATE DISTANCE CALORIES TIME COMMENTS SUN MON TUES WED THUR FRI SAT WEEKLY TOTALS 1 WEEKLY GOAL DAY DATE DISTANCE CALORIES TIME COMMENTS SUN MON TUES WED THUR FRI SAT WEEKLY TOTALS 35 Monthly Log Sheets MONTH MONTHLY GOAL WEEK DISTANCE CALORIES TIME MONTHLY TOTALS MONTH MONTHLY GOAL WEEK DISTANCE CALORIES TIME MONTHLY TOTALS MONTH MONTHLY GOAL WEEK DISTANCE CALORIES TIME MONTHLY TOTALS 36 Limited Warranty FRAME LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and materials for the life time of the original owner BRAKE 5 YEARS B51 10 YEARS B52HR Horizon Fitness warrants the brake against defects in workmanship and materials for five years B51 ten years B52HR of the original owner ELECTRONICS amp PARTS 1 YEAR Horizon Fitness warrants the electronic components and all original parts for a period of one year from the date of original purchase so long as the device remains in the possession of the ori2. RIZ Ae TNES Designed for life HZ SERIES B l B32HR Upright User s Guide Table of Contents IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS Vu stk aiat acre mod abord wed a o d ett 3 BERRE YOU BEGIN Gute udi dedos hore di deep 6 ASSEMBLY B51 amp B52HR ue bg oe D Rie et tis Qd de on Y dee ER ae 7 UPRIGHT OPERATION amp ADJUSTMENT 10 CONSOLE FEATURES amp DISPLAY B51 amp BbZHR 12 PROGRAM PROFILES quei qd ui at ie wt dE pod ti E 19 PROGRAM CHARTS dede Ve RC eee 20 USING YOUR RACE PROGRAM 22 USING YOUR THR ZONE PROGRAMS 1 amp 2 23 USING YOUR CUSTOM USER PROGRAMS 1 amp 2 24 TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 25 COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS diu di desidera a ath n dar oa d de doc ead 28 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES doe sk dis i dod ae i e 39 MONITORING YOUR HEART 31 HEART RATE CHART saka n e Ee Ach deeg e NESE dede ue gro RO di ets 32 DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM amp WARM UP COOL DOWN 33 ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS cence a E caa t CR edad 34 WEEKLY PUG SHEETS aina seede S PORE Eo n ek hat CAR ed 35 MONTHLY LOG SHEETS
3. an urb aded oe un de doa dece e UC doe ect rto e e voe dote d 36 LIMITED WARRANTY 37 CAUTION CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment Save this manual for future reference Important Precautions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical product basic precautions should always be followed Read all instructions before using this exercise product WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of burns fire electrical shock or injury to persons e Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this user s guide Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacture Never drop or insert any object into any opening Do not remove the upright bike s side covers Service should be performed only by an authorized Horizon Fitness service provider Never operate this upright bike if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly if it has been damaged or immersed in water Keep the cord away from heated surfaces Do not use outdoors Only use the power cord provided with your Horizon Fitness upright bike Never place the power cord under carpeting or place any object on top of the power cord which may pinch or damage it Unplug your Horizon Fitness upright bike before moving it CAUTION CAUTION e f you experience chest pains nausea dizziness or shortness of breath st
4. It is recommended that you apply grease to the threads of each bolt as you assemble the product to prevent loosening and noise Also during each assembly step ensure that ALL nuts and bolts are in place and partially threaded in before completely tightening any ONE bolt PARTS e Rear Foot Tube e Handlebar Set e Seat Post e Seat 1 Console Mast e 1 Console e 1 Power supply B52HR model only e 1 Tension Knob B51 model only e 2 Pedals e 2 Mobile Wheels e 2 Mobile Wheel Sleeves e 2 AA Batteries B51 model only e 1 Hardware Pack TOOLS included e 5mm Allen Wrench Phillips Screw Driver e Flat Wrench If you have any questions or if there are any missing parts we will guarantee complete satisfaction PLEASE CALL OUR TOLL FREE DIRECT CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER 1 800 244 4192 Mon Fri 8 a m 5 p m CST excluding holidays 7 B51 B52HR HARDWARE LC EC X EZ ES A 45mm Bolt B 90mm Bolt C 15mm Bolt D Acorn Nut E 20mm Arc Washer Quantity 2 Quantity 2 Quantity 4 Quantity 2 Quantity 10 D CO 7 F 12mm Screw G 14mm Washer H 20mm Bolt Quantity 2 Quantity 2 Quantity 2 STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 ATTACH MOBILE WHEEL SLEEVE ATTACH REAR FOOT SUPPORT ATTACH SEAT AND SEAT POST Note Make sure not to tighten TUBE Note Slide seat post into position bolts until all assembly steps have and lock with the pop pin been completely assembled and Not
5. If the power cord is damaged contact Horizon Fitness B52HR model only Make sure the power cord is not underneath the upright bike or in any other area where it can become pinched or cut B52HR model only EVERY WEEK Clean underneath the upright bike following these steps e Unplug the power cord at the wall outlet B52HR model only Move the upright bike to a remote location e Wipe or vacuum any dust particles or other objects that may have accumulated underneath the upright bike e Return the upright bike to its previous position EVERY MONTH e Inspect all assembly bolts and pedals on the machine for proper tightness 25 Your Horizon Fitness upright bike is designed to be reliable and maintenance free However if you do experience problems with your upright bike please reference the troubleshooting guide listed below PROBLEM There is no display on the console SOLUTION Check the power supply connections at the wall outlet and the rear of the bike B52HR model only or batteries in the back of the console B51 model only also remove the console and verify that the console cable is attached properly making sure that the cable is securely inserted into the console PROBLEM The upright bike makes a squeaking or chirping noise SOLUTION Loosen all bolts attached during the assembly process grease the threads and tighten again PROBLEM The resistance levels seem to be incorrect seeming too hard or too easy S
6. SH resistance levels vary from level 1 to 20 quick speed keys level 1 being the RESISTANCE easiest and level 20 being the most difficult WATTS A measurement of your energy expenditure May be used to evaluate and quantify your fitness progress over time HEART RATE Shown as Beats per Minute You can monitor your heart rate at any time dur ing your workout by holding the heart rate grips or wearing the chest trans mitter B52HR model only chest strap sold separately HEART RATE PROFILE Allows you to view your program intensity while you exercise Each horizontal row of bars represents 2 resistance levels 17 CHOOSING A PROGRAM With the program text scrolling press the arrow keys to scroll through the different programs Press ENTER to choose your desired program Once you choose your program you will see the resistance level scrolling across the screen CHOOSING A LEVEL With the level text scrolling press the arrow keys to scroll through the different levels Press ENTER to choose your desired level Once you choose your level you will see the time scrolling across the screen CHOOSING A RESISTANCE Manual Program With the resistance text scrolling press the arrow keys or quick resistance keys to scroll through the different resistance levels Press enter to choose your desired resistance Once you choose your resistance you will see the time scrolling across the screen CHOOSING A TIME With the ti
7. exercise aid 31 Heart Rate Chart TARGET HEART RATE ZONE Your Target Heart Rate Zone is a percentage of your maximum heart rate Target Zones will vary for each individual depending on age current level of conditioning and personal fitness goals The American Heart Association recommends working out at a Target Heart Rate Zone of between 60 and 75 of your maximum heart rate See the chart below for convenient reference EXAMPLE for a 42 year old user find AGE along the bottom of the chart round to 40 follow AGE column up to the TARGET ZONE BAR RESULTS 60 of maximum Hear Rate 108 Beats Per Minute 75 of maxi mum Heart Rate 135 Beat Per Minute o g fan BS 2 o ea 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 32 Developing Your Fitness Program STRETCH FIRST Before using your Horizon Fitness product it is best to take a few minutes doing a few gentle stretch ing exercises Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise relat ed injury Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion Do not stretch to the point of pain Make sure not to bounce while doing these stretches WALL PUSH Stand near a wall with the toes of one foot about 18 from the wall and the other foot about 12 behind the other foot Lean forward pushing against the wall with your palms Keep your heels flat and hold this position for a count of 15 seconds Make sure that you do n
8. the user is at the target pulse zone plus or minus 5 beats the resistance level will remain at the current resistance level 5 f the actual heart rate of the user is above the target THR zone the resistance levels will gradually begin decreasing to keep the user in the target pulse zone If the user is more than 25 beats above the target THR zone the console will shut down for safety purposes 6 The last 5 minutes of the program will be dedicated to a cool down period At this time the program will gradually decrease the resistance level to give the user a smooth and easy cool down Note The chest strap sold separately is required to use the Target THR zone Program CHEST STRAP TRANSMITTER PLACEMENT AND MOISTENING THE ELECTRODES Apply Moisture Here C lt CD Backside of Chest Transmitter 23 USING YOUR CUSTOM USER PROGRAMS 1 amp 2 Your Custom user program 1 amp 2 is designed to allow you to create your own programming with the ability to save your program settings for future workouts To use your Custom user program 1 amp 2 fol low these instructions 1 Once the Custom user program 1 amp 2 has been selected press ENTER 2 Choose your desired time using the Arrow Up Down buttons and press ENTER 3 Choose your desired speed using the Arrow Up Down buttons and press ENTER You will need to select a speed for all 15 segments pressing ENTER after each segment 4 Once you have chosen
9. when you won t be inter rupted If you are to be successful with your fitness program you have to make it a priority in your life So decide on a time pull out your day planner and pencil in your exercise times for the next month HOW LONG For aerobic exercise benefits it s recommended that you exercise from between 24 and 32 minutes per session But start slowly and gradually increase your exercise times If you ve been sedentary dur ing the past year it may be a good idea to keep your exercise times to as little as five minutes initial ly Your body will need time to adjust to the new activity If your goal is weight loss a longer exercise session at lower intensities has been found to be most effective A workout time of 48 minutes or more is recommended for best weight loss results 29 HOW HARD How hard you workout is also determined by your goals If you use your Horizon Fitness upright bike to prepare for a 5K race you will probably work out at a higher intensity than if your goal is general fitness Regardless of your long term goals always begin an exercise program at low intensity Aerobic exercise does not have to be painful to be beneficial There are two ways to measure your exercise intensity The first is by monitoring your heart rate and the second is by evaluating your per ceived exertion level this is simpler than it sounds Note Always consult your physician before beginning an exercise program PERCEIVED EXER
10. your desired resistance level for all 15 segments press START to begin your program At this time your program has been successfully saved into memory and can be used for future workouts 5 To reset your program information and delete it from memory press and hold the ENTER button for 5 seconds once you have selected the Custom user program 1 amp 2 in the start menu 6 While using your saved program in the Custom user program 1 amp 2 you are able to adjust the resistance but any changes will not be saved 24 Troubleshooting amp Maintenance Procedures WHAT KIND OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED We use sealed bearings throughout our bikes so lubrication is not needed The most important main tenance step is to simply wipe your perspiration off the bike after each use HOW DO I CLEAN MY HORIZON FITNESS UPRIGHT BIKE Clean with soap and water cleaners only Never use solvents on plastic parts Cleanliness of your Horizon Fitness upright bike and its operating environment will keep mainte nance problems and service calls to a minimum For this reason Horizon Fitness recommends that the following preventive maintenance schedule be followed AFTER EACH USE DAILY Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet WARNING WARNING To remove power from the upright bike the power cord must be disconnected from the wall outlet Never use solvents as they can cause damage to the upright bike e Inspect the power cord
11. OLUTION Reset the console and allow the resistance to reset to the default position Restart the console and retry the resistance levels B52HR only Check your exercise environment for sources of interference such as high power lines large motors etc 26 YOU MAY EXPERIENCE AN ERRATIC READOUT UNDER THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS Gripping the heart rate handlebars too tight Try to maintain moderate pressure while holding onto the heart rate handlebars Constant movement and vibration due to constantly holding the heart rate grips while exercising When you are breathing heavily during a workout When your hands are constricted by wearing a ring When your hands are dry or cold Try moistening your palms or rubbing them together to warm Anyone with heavy arrhythmia Anyone with arteriosclerosis or peripheral circulation disorder Anyone whose skin on the measuring palms is especially thick Note Outside interference sources such as computers motors and fluorescent lights may cause the heart rate reading to be erratic If the above troubleshooting section does not remedy the problem discontinue use and turn the power off DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE PLEASE CONTACT THE HORIZON FITNESS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER TOLL FREE 1 800 244 4192 Mon Fri 8 a m 5 p m CST excluding holidays www horizonfitness com 27 Common Product Questions ARE THE SOUNDS MY UPRIGHT BIKE MAKES NORMAL Our upright bikes are s
12. TION LEVEL The second and simpler way to gauge your exercise intensity is to evaluate your perceived exertion level While exercising if you are too winded to maintain a conversation without gasping you are working out too hard A good rule of thumb is to work to the point of exhilaration not exhaustion If you cannot catch your breath it s time to slow down Always be aware of other warning signs of overexertion 30 Monitoring Your Heart Rate FEEDBACK Your Horizon Fitness upright bike offers two heart rate feedback options You may choose to use the heart rate handlebars or the chest transmitter for a hands free workout B52HR model only HEART RATE HANDLEBAR Place the palm of your hands directly on the heart rate handlebars Both hands must grip the bars for your heart rate to register When griping the handlebars do not grip tightly Holding the grips tightly may elevate your blood pressure Try to maintain moderate pressure while holding onto the heart rate handlebars It is recommended that you hold the handlebars only long enough to see your heart rate readout on the console You may experience an erratic readout if consistently holding the handlebars If you have any problems with the heart rate function please refer to the troubleshooting section WARNING WARNING The heart rate function is not a medical device Various factors may affect the accuracy of your heart rate reading The heart rate reading is intended only as an
13. and cool down last 5 00 minutes each and are included in program times Resistance Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Cool Down 3 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 Level 9 Level 10 gt WON A ob o WHY em o lt E Gi 4 d eme om o i N 20 P4 WEIGHT LOSS Time based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from All segments last 10 seconds Warm up and cool down last 5 00 minutes each and are included in program times Program segments Resistance Warm Up Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 Level 9 Level 10 Cool Down D 5 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 MO O90 O0 bb gt gt io E o Ke o S o gt 0 00 0430 ES P5 TOUR Distance based program with 10 different difficulty levels to choose from Resistance Cool Down Total distancd Level 1 Resistance 2 2 distance 113 300 4841 Level 2 Resistance 3 2 distance 125 332 5718 Level 3 Resistance 4 5 distance 129 344 5905 Level 4 Resistance 3 distance 356 6192 Level 5 Resistance 4 distance 360 5772 Level 6 Resistance 4 distance 380 6096 Level 7 Resistance 5 distance 400 6233 Level 8 Resistance 5 distance 410 6431 Leve
14. cess of a Horizon Fitness upright bike that special attention must be paid It is very important to follow the assembly instructions correctly and to make sure all parts are firmly tightened If the assembly instructions are not followed correctly the upright bike could have frame parts that are not tightened and will seem loose and may cause irritating nois es To prevent damage to the upright bike the assembly instructions must be reviewed and corrective actions should be taken Before proceeding find your upright bike s serial number and model name located on the front foot tube and enter it in the space provided below SERIAL NUMBER AND MODEL NAME LOCATION ENTER YOUR SERIAL NUMBER IN BOX BELOW Refer to this number when calling for service and also enter this serial number on your Warranty Card and in your own records Be sure to read the Safety Instructions and complete Owner s Guide before using your new Horizon Fitness upright bike WARRANTY REGISTRATION Your warranty card must be completed and sent to Horizon Fitness within thirty days of purchase or regis tered on line at www horizonfitness com before a warranty claim can be processed Please keep receipt with owner s guide as it may be required for a warranty claim Make sure to send in warranty registration card to valuate your warranty Before You Begin CONGRATULATIONS on choosing an Horizon Fitness upright bike You ve taken an important step in developing and susta
15. e Bolts nuts and washers are aligned pre attached to seat STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 ATTACH LEFT amp RIGHT PEDALS ATTACH HANDLEBAR ATTACH CONSOLE MAST Note Both pedals are labeled L Note Make sure to loosen the for left and R for right To tighten water bottle screws in order to fit turn the left pedal COUNTER the console cable through the CLOCKWISE and the right pedal mast DO NOT PINCH WIRES CLOCKWISE STEP 7 STEP 8 ATTACH TENSION KNOB B51 model only ATTACH CONSOLE AND CONNECT ALL WIRES Note Bolt is pre attached to tension knob Note DO NOT PINCH WIRES The resistance indicator is located on the front of the Bolts are pre attached tension knob Upright Operation amp Adjustment POWER Your programmable B52HR model only upright bike is powered by a power supply The power sup ply must be plugged into the power jack which 15 located in the rear of the machine near the rear foot tube POWER Your manual B51 model only upright is powered by 2 AA batteries which are replaceable through the back side of the console REN Battery Placement 10 MOVING Your Horizon Fitness upright bike has a pair of transport wheels built into the front of the frame To move firmly grasp the vertical seat post and one of the handlebars Carefully lift and roll Note Your console may vary from the above B52HR diagram CAUTION CAUTION Our upright bikes are well built and heav
16. etitive individuals that allows the user to compete with a com puter pacer to the finish line P7 THR ZONE 1 Benefits weight loss by maintaining an optimum exercise level to burn fat while adjusting the resist ance to keep you in your target heart rate zone P8 THR ZONE 2 Benefits weight loss by maintaining an optimum exercise level to burn fat while adjusting the resist ance to keep you in your target heart rate zone P9 CUSTOM USER PROGRAM 1 Customized workout time defaults to 30 minutes P10 CUSTOM USER PROGRAM 2 Customized workout time defaults to 30 minutes 19 Program Charts P2 INTERVALS Time based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from Peak segments last 30 seconds valley segments last 90 seconds Warm up and cool down last 5 00 minutes each and are included in program times Program segments Cool Down 1 1 Resistance a Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 Level 9 Level 10 FWwWWWNN Om PS Om PS Ga Om PS Oo Om ES Om PS Om PS Om PS NN Om h A P3 ROLLING Time based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from All segments last 10 seconds Warm up
17. ginal owner LABOR 90 DAYS B51 1 YEAR B52HR Horizon Fitness shall cover the labor cost for the repair of the device for a period of ninety days B51 one year B52HR from the date of the original purchase so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS This warranty applies only to the original owner and is not transferable This warranty is expressly lim ited to the repair or replacement of a defective frame electronic component or defective part and is the sole remedy of the warranty The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear improper assem bly or maintenance or installation of parts or accessories not originally intended or compatible with the upright bike as sold The warranty does not apply to damage or failure due to accident abuse corrosion discoloration of paint or plastic or neglect Horizon Fitness shall not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages All returns must be pre authorized by Horizon Fitness Horizon Fitness obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing or repairing at Horizon Fitness option the product at one of its authorized service centers An Horizon Fitness authorized service center must receive all products for which a warranty claim is made These products must be received with all freight and other transportation charges prepaid accompanied by sufficient proof of purchase Parts and electronic components reconditioned t
18. ining an exercise program Your Horizon Fitness upright bike is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals Regular use of your Horizon Fitness upright bike can improve the quality of your life in so many ways Here are just a few of the health benefits of aerobic exercise e Weight Loss A Healthier Heart e Improved Muscle Tone e Increased Daily Energy Levels e Reduced Stress Help In Countering Anxiety and Depression e An Improved Self Image The key to reaping these benefits is to develop the exercise habit Your new Horizon Fitness upright bike will help you eliminate the obstacles that prevent you from getting in your exercise time Inclement weather and darkness won t interfere with your workout when you use your Horizon Fitness upright bike in the comfort of your home This manual provides you with basic information for using and enjoying your new machine A more complete knowledge of your new Horizon Fitness upright bike will assist you in realizing your goal of a healthy lifestyle Console Handle Bar Console Mast Tension Knob Front Foot Tube Grip Pulse Transport Wheel peat Side Cover Seat Rail Boot Pedal Pop Pin Foot Pad Rear Foot Tube Note Tension Knob not included with the B52HR model Assembly UNPACKING Unpack the product where you will be using it Place the product on a level flat surface It is recom mended that you place a protective covering on your floor Note
19. l 9 Resistance 6 distance 420 6522 Level 10 Resistance 6 distance 440 7147 Distance Yards 21 USING YOUR RACE PROGRAM Your Race Program is designed to add motivation to a workout by allowing you to compete against a selected pacer To use your Race Program follow these instructions 1 Choose the Race program by pressing the Arrow keys Press ENTER 2 Choose the desired Pace average speed using the Arrow buttons The pace range is 10 to 28mph in increments of O 5mph with 1Omph being the lowest and 28mph being the highest Once the desired Pace is selected press ENTER 3 Choose the desired Distance by pressing the Arrow buttons Press ENTER 4 Enter your weight with the Arrow buttons 5 Press Start and begin your Race Program This is a distance based program the time it will take you to complete the race is determined by the speed and distance selected Upon pressing START the program will be broken up into 15 segments The first segment will be dedicated to a WARM UP which will be half of the selected pace Speed The middle segments will consist of the Race with the last segment dedicated to a COOL DOWN which will be half of the selected Pace Speed Note The race distance does not include the time for WARM UP and COOL DOWN as they are a set time of 2 5 minutes each The speed across the top of the display represents the pacer speed The top row of bars shows the components Pacer position The bottom ro
20. me text scrolling press the arrow keys to scroll through the different times Press enter to choose your desired time Once you choose your time press the Enter button and begin your work out CHOOSING YOUR WEIGHT With the weight text scrolling press the arrow keys to scroll through the different weights Press enter to choose your desired weight Once you choose your weight press the Start button and begin your workout FINISHING YOUR WORKOUT Press the Stop button to pause your workout press and hold to reset your workout Remember to gradually slow down your pace before stopping or pausing your workout After you have finished your workout the console will retain the data from your workout for 30 seconds before resetting 18 Program Profiles P1 MANUAL Customized workouts allowing the user to adjust resistance level to the user s preference P2 INTERVALS Improves your strength speed and endurance by raising and lowering the resistance levels through out your workout to involve both your heart and muscles P3 ROLLING Maintains weight by gradually raising and lowering the resistance level to gradually raise and lower your heart rate P4 WEIGHT LOSS Promotes weight loss by raising and lowering the resistance level while keeping you in your fat burn ing zone P5 TOUR Simulates a gradual hill climb to strengthen your leg muscles and improve your cardiovascular health P6 RACE A great motivational program for comp
21. o As New Condition by Horizon Fitness or its vendors may sometimes be supplied as warranty replacement parts and constitute fulfillment of warranty terms This warranty gives you specific legal rights and your rights may vary from state to state This warranty is applicable to sales made only by Horizon Fitness its affiliates subsidiaries and authorized distributors of Horizon Fitness products within the U S and Canada WARRANTY REGISTRATION Your warranty card must be completed and sent to Horizon Fitness or register on line at www horizon fitness com before a warranty claim can be processed 37 2 9 Designed for life HORIZON FITNESS 800 BURTON BOULEVARD DEFOREST WI 53532 Phone 1 800 244 4192 Fax 1 608 842 1660 www horizonfitness com HZ Series Rev 1 1
22. ome of the quietest available because they use belt drives and friction free magnetic resistance We use the highest grade bearings and belts to minimize noise However because the resistance system itself is so quiet you will occasionally hear other slight mechanical noises Unlike older louder technologies there are no fans friction belts or alternator noises to mask these sounds on our upright bikes These mechanical noises which may or may not be inter mittent are normal and are caused by the transfer of significant amounts of energy to a rapidly spin ning flywheel All bearings belts and other rotating parts will generate some noise which will transmit through the casing and frame It is also normal for these sounds to change slightly during a workout and over time because of thermal expansion of the parts WHY IS THE UPRIGHT BIKE HAD DELIVERED LOUDER THAN THE ONE AT THE STORE All fitness products seem quieter in a large store showroom because there is generally more back ground noise than in your home Also there will be less reverberation on a carpeted concrete floor than on a wood overlay floor Sometimes a heavy rubber mat will help reduce reverberation through the floor If a fitness product is placed close to a wall there will be more reflected noise HOW LONG WILL THE DRIVE BELT LAST The computer modeling we have done indicated virtually thousands of maintenance free hours Belts are now commonly used in far more demanding a
23. op exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing Do not turn pedals by hand Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of the upright bike e Make sure handlebars are secure before each use Read the owner s guide before operating this upright bike Maintain a comfortable pace Do not sprint above 125 rpms on this machine To maintain balance it is recommended to keep a grip on the handlebars while exercising mounting or dismounting the machine OPERATION It is essential that your upright bike is used only indoors in a climate controlled room If your upright bike has been exposed to colder temperatures or high moisture climates it is strongly recommended that the upright bike is warmed up to room temperature before first time use Failure to do so may cause premature electronic failure CHILDREN Keep children off of your upright bike at all times e When the upright bike is in use young children and pets should be kept at least 10 feet away CLEANING Clean with soap and slightly damp cloth only Never use solvents USER CAPACITY e B51 250 Ibs e B52HR 275 Ibs CAUTION BEFORE BEGINNING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN IF YOU EXPERIENCE CHEST PAINS NAUSEA DIZZINESS OR SHORTNESS OF BREATH STOP EXERCIS ING AND CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE CONTINUING IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE USE ASSEMBLY CAUTION There are several areas during the assembly pro
24. ot bounce while stretching Alternate positions of your feet and repeat for a total of 8 repetitions STANDING QUADRICEPS STRETCH Using a wall to provide balance grasp your left ankle with your left hand and hold your foot against the back of your thigh for a count of 15 seconds Repeat with your right ankle and hand and continue alternating for a total of 8 repetitions SEATED TOE TOUCH Sit on the floor with your legs together and straight out in front of you Do not lock your knees Extend your fingers towards your toes and hold for a count of 15 seconds Make sure that you do not bounce while stretching Sit upright again Repeat for a total of 8 repetitions Warm Up amp Cool Down THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP AND COOL DOWN WARM UP The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up The warm up will limber your muscles and prepare them for more strenuous exercise Make sure that you warm up on your Horizon Fitness product at a slow pace COOL DOWN Never stop exercising suddenly A cool down period allows your heart to readjust to the decreased demand Make sure that your cool down period consists of a very slow pace to allow your heart rate to lower After the cool down repeat the stretching exercises on page 28 to loosen and relax your mus cles 33 Achieving Your Fitness Goals An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to determine your goals Is your pri mary goal for exercising on you
25. pplications such as motorcycle drives CAN MOVE THE UPRIGHT BIKE EASILY ONCE IT IS ASSEMBLED Your Horizon Fitness upright bike has a pair of transport wheels built into the front foot It is easy to move your upright bike by rolling it on the front transport wheels It is important that you place your Horizon Fitness upright bike in a comfortable and inviting room Your upright bike is designed to use minimal floor space Many people will place their upright bikes facing the TV or a picture window If at all possible avoid putting your upright bike in a unfinished basement To make exercise a desir able daily activity for you the upright bike should be in a attractive setting 28 Conditioning Guidelines Always consult your physician before beginning an exercise program HOW OFTEN The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to main tain cardiovascular fitness If you have other goals such as weight or fat loss you will achieve your goal faster with more frequent exercise Whether it s 3 days or 6 days remember that your ultimate goal should be to make exercise a lifetime habit Many people are successful staying with a fitness program if they set aside a specific time of day to exercise It doesn t matter whether it s in the morning before your shower during lunch hour or while watching the evening news What s more important is that it s a time that allows you to keep a schedule and a time
26. r Horizon Fitness upright bike to lose weight Improve muscle Burn Stress Prepare for the spring racing schedule Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise program Below are some common exercise goals Weight Loss e Weight Maintenance Improve Body Shape and Tone e Strengthen Leg Muscles e Increased Energy Level e Improved Sleep Patterns e Improved Sports Performance Stress Reduction e Improved Cardiovascular Endurance If possible try to define your personal goals in precise measurable terms and then put your goals in writing The more specific you can be the easier it will be to track your progress If your goals are long term divide them up into monthly and weekly segments Longer term goals can lose some of the immediate motivation benefits Short term goals are easier to achieve Your Horizon Fitness upright bike console provides you with several readouts that can be used to record your progress You can track Distance Calories or Time Time is the most important and useful of test functions KEEPING AN EXERCISE DIARY Photocopy the weekly and monthly log sheets on the following pages to make your personal exercise log book As time goes by you ll be able to look back with pride at the work you ve done As your fit ness improves you can look back and see how far you ve come 34 Weekly Log Sheets WEEK ft WEEKLY GOAL DAY DATE DISTANCE CALORIES TIME COMMENTS
27. track this distance until the batteries die or are pulled out CALORIES Shown as total accumulated calories burned during your workout PULSE Shown as Beats Per Minute Used to monitor your heart rate dur ing your workout displayed when contact is made with both grips Pulse can only be viewed while on the pulse screen 14 B52HR QUICK START UP Simply press the Start button to begin exercising The program will automatically default to the Manual program unless another program is selected CD MP3 PLAYER HOLDER RESET Press and hold the STOP button to reset the console LOCATING THE SPEAKER INPUT JACK Compatible with AM FM CD MP3 players and cassette etc 15 TIME Shown as Minutes Seconds View the time remaining or the time elapsed in your workout DISTANCE Shown as Miles View the accumulated distance during your workout CALORIES Shown as total accumulated calories burned during your workout RPM Shown as Revolutions per Minute Improve striding technique while reduc ing leg muscle fatigue by striding between 60 amp 70 RPM 16 RESISTANCE mum During a workout the amount of resistance can be adjusted by pressing the m um plus Up or Down buttons or the quick resistance keys on the console The
28. w bars indicates your position If you trail the Pacer you should pedal at a faster speed to catch and pass the Pacer You can adjust your resistance at any time during the program by pressing the quick resistance or up down buttons If you beat the pacer to the finish line the console will flash and scroll YOU WIN and begin your cool down If the pacer wins the console will flash and scroll PACER WINS you will finish your race and begin your cool down 22 USING YOUR THR ZONE PROGRAMS 1 amp 2 B52HR model only chest strap sold separately The THR zone program is designed to keep the user at an optimum exercise level while adjusting the resistance levels to keep the user at a target heart rate To choose the THR zone program follow these instructions 1 Choose the THR zone program by pressing the Arrow buttons Press ENTER 2 Determine your target THR zone by using the heart rate chart reference target heart rate THR zone chart in table of contents Choose your target pulse zone by pressing the Up or Down buttons Your target THR zone should be set at a number that you will be able to exercise throughout the majority of your workout 3 The THR zone program will have a 5 minute warm up period before it will start adjusting the resist ance levels to get you to your target pulse zone 4 After the 5 minute warm up period the resistance levels will increase gradually to get the user to the selected target THR zone Once
29. y weighing up to 150lbs Use care and additional help if necessary when moving 11 Console Features amp Display B51 QUICK START UP Simply begin exercising The console will automatically begin counting up and tracking your informa tion RESET Press and hold the SELECT button on the console 12 SELECTING OPTIONAL FEEDBACK Press the SELECT button on the console to scroll through and view your speed time distance odometer and calories STARTING YOUR WORKOUT Start pedaling the console will automaticly begin counting down CHOOSING A RESISTANCE At any time during your workout you can change your resistance by adjusting the tension knob locat ed on the console mast The resistance levels vary from 1 15 1 being the easiest 15 being the most difficult Turn the tension knob clockwise to increase resistance FINISHING YOUR WORKOUT Remember to gradually slow down your pace before stopping your workout After you have finished your workout the console will beep several times to let you know your workout is finished 13 TIME Shown as Minutes Seconds View the time remaining or the time elapsed in your workout DISTANCE Shown as Miles View the accumulated distance during your workout SPEED Shown as your speed in miles per hour ODOMETER Shows your accumulated distance for all your previous workouts It will continue to
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