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    R1 / R3 LIFECYCLE ® EXERCISE BIKES BASE USER MANUAL[...]

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    C ORPORA TE H EADQUARTERS 5100 North River Road Schiller Park, Illinois 60176 • U.S.A. www .lifefitness.com I NTERNA TIONAL O FFICES 81 15901 Rev A-1 07/06 1 LIFE FITNESS ASIA P ACIFIC L TD Room 2610, Miramar T ower 132 Nathan Road T simshatsui, Kowloon HONG KONG LIFE FITNESS A TLANTIC BV LIFE FITNESS BENELUX Bijdorpplein 25 - 31 2992 LB Barendre[...]

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    Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE user manual and ALL inst allation instructions. This will help in setting up the equipment quickly and in instructing others on how to use it correctly and safely . FCC W arning - Possible Radio / T elevision Interference NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the[...]

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    This User Manual describes the functions of the following products: Life Fitness recumbent exercise bikes: R1, R3 See Section 5, titled Specifications in this manual for product-specific features. S t atement of Purpose: The exercise bike is a machine that simulates the movements of riding a bicycle at various speeds and levels of resistance. Healt[...]

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    T ABLE OF C ONTENTS 1. Getting S t arted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 1.1 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    1 G ETTING S T ARTED 1.1 I MPORT ANT S AFETY I NSTRUCTIONS SAFETY W ARNING: The safety of the product can be maint ained only if it is examined regu- larly for damage and wear . See Preventative Maintenance section for det ails. • Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE user manual and ALL instructions. The exercise bike is[...]

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    • Keep hands and feet away from all moving part s. • T o ensure proper functioning of this product, do not install attachments or accessories that are not provided or recommended by the manufacturer . • Use this product in a well-ventillated area. • Use this product on a solid, level surface. • Make sure that all components are fastened s[...]

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    1.2 S ETUP Read the entire User Manual before setting up the exercise bike. W HERE TO P LACE THE E XERCISE B IKE Following all safety instructions in Section 1.1, move the bike to the location in which it will be used. See Section 5, titled S pecifications, for the dimensions of the footprint. Allow a distance of four feet, or 120 centimeters, betw[...]

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    H OW T O A DJUST THE S EA T TO E NSURE C ORRECT B IOMECHANICAL P OSITIONING Proper seat positioning minimizes unecessary leg muscle fatigue. T o determine whether or not the seat requires adjust- ment, sit on it and place the balls of the feet on the pedals. The knee should bend slightly when the pedal is at the furthest point in its rot ation, rel[...]

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    H OW T O A DJUST THE P EDAL S TRAPS The bike pedal safety straps keep the user's shoes on the pedals during a workout. The straps should fit comfort ably , but they also should be tight enough to prevent shoes from slipping at any point in the pedaling rotation. Before working out, the user should test and adjust the tightness of the straps. T[...]

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    2 F EA TURES 2.1 T HE R EADING R ACK , A CCESSOR Y T RA Y AND W A TER B OTTLE H OLDER The Accessory T ray (A) (R3 only), which is mounted to the right ot the seat, provides storage trays with space for items such as water bottles, personal stereos, and cell phones. A W ater Bottle Holder (B) (R1 only) is located on the monocolumn. Additionally , an[...]

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    11 2.2 H EART R AT E M ONIT ORING T HE H AND P ULSE S ENSOR S YSTEM The hand pulse sensors (A) are the built-in heart rate monitoring system on the exercise bike. During a workout, grasp the sensors that are set into the handlebars. For an accurate reading, use a comfortable grip. The console displays the heart rate after 15 to 20 seconds. Model R3[...]

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    3 S ERVICE AND T ECHNICAL D ATA 3.1 P REVENT A TIVE M AINTENANCE T IPS The exercise bike is backed by engineering excellence and is one of the most rugged and trouble-free pieces of exer- cise equipment on the market today . Life Fitness products have proven to be durable in health clubs, colleges, military facilities, and other locations the world[...]

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    3.2 P REVENT A TIVE M AINTENANCE S CHEDULE Follow the schedule below to ensure proper operation of the product. 3.3 T ROUBLESHOOTING THE H AND P ULSE S ENSORS If the heart rate reading is erratic or missing, do the following: • Dry moist hands to prevent slipping. • Apply hands to both sensors, one in each hand. • Grasp the sensors firmly . ?[...]

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    3.4 T ROUBLESHOOTING THE E XERCISE B IKE Problem Solution I hear a clicking noise while I'm pedaling. Use the wrench that was included with the bike to ensure the pedals are assembled as tight as possible. The seat wobbles on my recumbent bike. The seat carriage can be adjusted if it is too tight and does not slide freely or if it is too loose[...]

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    3.5 H OW TO O BT AIN P RODUCT S ERVICE 1. V erify the symptom and review the operating instructions. The problem may be unfamiliarity with the product and its features and workouts. 2. Locate and document the serial number of the unit. The serial number plate is located on the front st abilizer , below the shroud. 3. Contact Customer Support Servic[...]

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    4 W ARRANTY I NFORMA TION WHA T IS COVERED: This Life Fitness consumer product ("Product") is warranted to be free of all defects in material and workmanship. WHO IS COVERED: The original purchaser or any person receiving a newly purchased Product as a gift from the original purchaser . HOW LONG IS IT COVERED: Residential: All electrical [...]

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    WHA T YOU MUST DO: Retain proof of purchase (our receipt of the att ached registration card assures registration of purchase information but is not required); use, operate and maintain the Product as specified in the Manual; notify Customer Service of any defect within 10 days af ter discov- ery of the defect; if instructed, return any defective pa[...]

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    CHANGES IN W ARRANTY NOT AUTHORIZED: No one is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of this limited warranty . EFFECT OF U.S. ST A TE LA WS: This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other right s which vary from state to st ate. MODEL LIFETIME 5 YEARS 3 YEARS 1 YEAR R1 Frame N/A Electrical Parts & Labor Mechani[...]

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    5 S PECIFICA TIONS Designed use: Home Maximum user weight: R3 R1 400 pounds / 181 kilograms 300 pounds / 136 kilograms Heart rate monitor: Hand pulse sensors Pedal size 4.5 inches / 1 1.5 centimeters Drive type: Poly-V belt-drive Power requirements: R3 R1 None; bike is self-powered 120V in U.S 220V in Europe 240+V in Australia Accessory T ray: R3 R[...]

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    R1 ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS: Length 56.5 inches / 143.5 centimeters Width 25.75 inches / 65.4 centimeters Height 54 inches / 137 centimeters Weight 147 pounds / 67 kilograms R1 SHIPPING DIMENSIONS: Length 59.84 inches / 152 centimeters Width 17.91 inches / 45.5 centimeters Height 29.92 inches / 76 centimeters Weight 172 pounds / 78 kilograms R3 ASSEMBL[...]

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    5100 N. RIVER ROAD, SCHILLER PARK, ILLINOIS 60176 LIFEFITNESS.COM Life Fitness offers a full line of premier fitness equipment for the home. TOTAL-BODY ELLIPTICAL CROSS-TRAINERS | TREADMILLS | LIFECYCLE ® EXERCISE BIKES STAIRCLIMBERS | GYM SYSTEMS ©2006 Life Fitness, a division of Brunswick Corporation. All rights reserved. Life Fitness and Lifec[...]