Reebok EXERCISE CYCLE RBEX49840 manual

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    U SER'S M ANUAL C AUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Keep this manual for future reference. Serial Number Decal Q UESTIONS? As a manufacturer , we are com - mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if there are missing parts, we will guarantee complete[...]

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    I MPORT ANT P RECAUTIONS W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of serious injury , read the following important precau- tions before using the exercise cycle. W ARNING: 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 prob- lems. Read all i[...]

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    3 B EFORE Y OU B EGIN Congratulations for selecting the new REEBOK ® RT 245 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most ef fec- tive exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, and toning the entire body . The R T 245 exercise cycle offers an impressive array of features designed to let you enjoy this healthful exer- cise i[...]

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    4 Place all parts of the exercise cycle in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires your own adjustable wrench and phillips screwdriver . P ART CHART Use the part drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly . The number in parenthesis belo[...]

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    5 1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (2), which has Wheels (17) attached to one side. Attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame (1) with two M10 x 92mm Carriage Bolts (62) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (48). 2. Attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the Frame (1) with two M10 x 105mm Carriage Bolts (64) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (48). 3. While another person[...]

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    6 4. While another person holds the Handlebar (7) near the Handlebar Post (6), feed the Upper Wire Harness (16) and the Pulse Sensor W ire (45) up through the indicated hole in the Handlebar . Attach the Handlebar to the Handlebar Post with three M8 x 25mm Button Screws (19) and three M8 Split W ashers (28). 6. Insert the Bookrack (8) into the slot[...]

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    7 9. Identify the Left Pedal (40); the threaded shaft on each Pedal is marked with an “L” for “left” or an “R” for “right.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tight - en the Left Pedal counterclockwise into the Crank Assembly (33). T ighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clockwise into the Crank Assembly . Important: Tighten both Pedal[...]

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    8 HOW T O ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE SEA T For effective exercise, the seat should be at the proper height. As you pedal, there should be a slight bend in your knees when the pedals are in the lowest position. T o adjust the seat, first turn the seat knob counter- clockwise several turns to loosen it. Next, pull the knob, slide the seat post up or do[...]

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    9 FEA TURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and ef fective. When the manual mode of the console is selected, the resistance of the pedals can be changed with the touch of a button. As you exercise, the con- sole will provide continuous exercise feedback. Y ou can even [...]

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    10 HOW T O USE THE MANUAL MODE Begin pedaling to activate the console. T o activate the console, begin pedaling. After a few seconds, the console displays will light. A tone will then sound and the console will be ready for use. Select the manual mode. When the power is turned on, the manual mode will be selected. If you have selected a program or [...]

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    1 1 Measure your heart rate if desired. Y ou can measure your heart rate using either the handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sensor . Note: If you hold the handgrip pulse sensor and wear the chest pulse sensor at the same time, the console will not display your heart rate accurately . If there are thin sheets of plastic on the metal [...]

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    12 HOW T O USE PRESET PROGRAMS Begin pedaling to activate the console. See step 1 on page 10. Select one of the six preset programs. When the power is turned on, the manual mode will be selected. T o select a preset program, press the Program Sel ect button repeatedly until “P1,” “P2,” “P3,” “P4,” “P5,” or “P6” appears in th[...]

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    13 HOW T O USE HEART RA TE PROGRAMS Heart rate program 1 is designed to keep your heart rate between 60% and 85% of your estimated maxi- mum heart rate while you exercise. Note: Y our m axi- mum heart rate is estimated by subtracting your age from 220. For example, if you are 30 years old, your estimated maximum heart rate is 190 (220 – 30 = 190)[...]

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    14 Begin pedaling. Each heart rate program is divided into 30 one- minute segments. One target heart rate is pro- grammed for each segment. Note: The same tar- get heart rate may be programmed for two or more consecutive segments. If heart rate pro- gram 2 is selected, the same target heart rate is programmed for all segments. If heart rate pro- gr[...]

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    15 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLA YER, VCR, OR COMPUTER T o use iFIT .com CDs , the exercise cycle must be con - nected to your portable CD player , portable stereo, home stereo, or computer with CD player . See pages 15 and 16 for connecting instructions. T o use iFIT .com videocassettes , the exercise cycle must be connected to your VCR. See page 17 [...]

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    16 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, see instruction A below . If the LINE OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console. Plug the other end of the cable into the adapter . Plug the adapter into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo. B. Plug[...]

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    17 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below . If the AUDIO OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. If you have a TV with a built-in VCR, see instruction B. If your VCR is connected to your home stereo, see HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 16. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into th[...]

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    18 T o use iFIT .com CDs or videocassettes, the exercise cycle must be connected to your portable CD player , porta ble stereo, home stereo, computer with CD play- er , or VCR. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLA YER, VCR, OR COMPUTER on pages 1 5 to 17. T o purchase iFIT .com CDs and videocassettes, call toll-free 1-877-994-4999. Follow the steps below[...]

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    19 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTL Y FROM OUR WEB SITE Our Web site at www .iFIT .com allows you to play iFIT .com programs directly from the internet. T o use programs from our Web site, the exercise cycle must be connected to your home computer . See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 16. In addi- tion, you must have an internet connection and an i[...]

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    20 Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the exercise cycle regularly . The exercise cycle can be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth. T o prevent damage to the console, keep liquids away from the console and keep the console out of direct sunlight. TIGHTENING THE PEDALS For best performance, regularly tighten both pedals. CONSOLE TROUBLESHOOTING I[...]

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    21 E XERCISE G UIDELINES The following guidelines will help you to plan your exercise program. Remember that proper nutrition and adequate rest are essential for successful results. EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your cardiovascular system, the key to achieving the desired results is to exercise with the proper[...]

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    22 P ART L IST —M ODEL N O. RBEX49840 R1004B 1 1 Frame 2 1 Front Stabilizer 3 1 Rear Stabilizer 4 1 Left Side Shield 5 1 Right Side Shield 6 1 Handlebar Post 7 1 Handlebar 8 1 Bookrack 9 1 Console 10 2 Handlebar Foam 1 1 1 Seat Post 12 1 Seat 13 2 Round Collar 14 2 Round Bushing 15 2 Handlebar Endcap 16 1 Upper Wire Harness 17 2 Wheel 18 1 Magnet[...]

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    Part No. 217560 R1004B Printed in China © 2004 ICON IP , Inc. T o order replacement parts, call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-877-994-4999, Monday through Friday , 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain T ime (excluding holidays). T o help us assist you, please be prepared to give the following information: • The MODEL NUMBER of the produ[...]