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ASSEMBL Y MANUAL / OWNER’S MANUAL Manual en Español Latino Americano: http://www .schwinnfitness.com 450[...]
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2 Important Safety Instructions - Assembly 3 Safety W ar ning Labels / Serial Number 4 Specifications 5 Before Assembly 5 Parts 6 Hardwar e 7 T ools 7 Assembly 8 Moving the Machine 21 Leveling the Machine 22 Important Safety Instructions 23 Features 24 Console Features 25 Remote Heart Rate Monitor 27 Operations 30 Adjustments 31 Initial Setup 33 Qu[...]
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3 IMpORT ANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS -ASSEMBL Y This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could r esult in death or serious injury . Obey the following warnings: Read and understand all warnings on this machine. Carefully r ead and understand the Assembly instructions. • Keepbystandersandchildrenawayfr[...]
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4 SAfETY W ARNINg LABELS ANd SERIAL NUMBER FCC Compliance Changesormodificationstothisunitnotexpresslyappr ovedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’ sauthoritytooperatetheequipment. The power supply complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to t[...]
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5 SpECIfICA TIONS Before Assembly Sele ct the are a whe re you are going to set up an d operate your mach ine. For safe ope ration, the locatio nmustbeo nahard,levelsur fa ce.Allowaworkoutare aofaminimu m7 4. 1 ”x1 1 8.4 ”( 1 8 8.2 cmx30 0. 7cm) .B esurethatthework[...]
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6 A dec al has b een a ppli ed to all right (“ R ”) an d lef t (“ L ”) par ts to assis t with ass embl y . Item Qty Description Item Qty Description 1 1 Console 10 1 Rail Assembly ( * ) 2 1 Arm Pivot Rod 11 1 AC Adapter 3 1 Console Mast 12 1 Left Leg 4 1 Static Handlebar 13 1 Left Pedal 5 1 Upper Right Handlebar Arm 14 1 Lower Left Handleba[...]
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7 To o l s Included N ot Included 4 mm 6 mm 6 mm (long) Item Qty Description Item Qty Description A 8 FlatHeadHexScrew ,M8x1.25x20 K 24 Lock W asher , M8 B 2 Plate, Pedal L 2 Lock Nut, M8 C 6 Cap, Small M 4 HexScrew ,M8x1.25x25 D 8 ButtonHeadHexScrew ,M8x1.25x20 N 2 Wide Washer , 38mm E 2 FlatHeadHexScrew ,[...]
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8 1 . Att ach Front Stabiliz er to Frame ASSEMBL Y 5 8 6mm[...]
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9 10 6mm 2. Att ach Ra il Ass embly to Frame Assembly N OTI C E : D o not cut Ship ping Zip - Tie until i nstructed. Do not fu lly tighten this ha rdware.[...]
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10 3. Tilt the Frame Assembly and Secure the Rai l A ssembly The m achin e may be moved by one or more p erso ns dep endin g on their p hysical a biliti es and capa cities. M ake sure that you and other s are all physi call y fit a nd abl e to mov e the m achine s a f e l y. N OTI C E : T hissteprequ iresatle astt wopeopl e.[...]
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11 4. Cut the Shipping Z ip- Tie and Inspect the Rail Assembly Note : Be sure the Incline is lowered on the Rail Assembly . If not, follow the procedur e to release the Incline Assembly on page 32.[...]
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12 5. Connect the Console Mast N OTI C E : Align the clips on the cable connectors and make sure the connectors lock. Do not crimp Console Cable. 3 X6 F K J C 6mm (long)[...]
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13 6. Attach Arm Pivot Rod and Low er Handlebar Arms to Frame Assembly 7 14 N K M P 2 X2 13 mm Q X2 13 mm[...]
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14 7 . Att ach Legs to Frame Assembly 12 9 P M X2 K S 13 mm[...]
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15 8. Att ach Left Pedal to Frame Assembly N OTI C E : Re peat step on o pposi te side with the Ri ght Pedal (Item 6) . I T L T 6mm 13 B T K F X3 6mm O[...]
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16 9. A t t ach and Adj us t the Upper Handleba r A rms to Frame Assembly N OTI C E : T o adju st the Upper Handlebar A rm s, loosen the adjustment knob on the end. Fully tighten the adjustment knob to secure the Arm in the new position. Make sure the Upper Handlebar Arms ar e secure before you exer cise. 16 5 D K J 6mm X8[...]
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17 1 0. At tach Static Handlebar to Frame Assembly N OTI C E : Do not crimp Console Cable. G H 4 X4 4mm X4 10 mm R[...]
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18 1 1 . Remove Hardw are fr om Console N OTI C E : D o not crimp the c abl e. Note : Ha rdware is pre-in stalle d * . #2 1 * X4[...]
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19 1 2 . Connect Cables and A t tach Console to Frame Assembly N OTI C E : Align the clips on the cable connectors and make sure the connectors lock. Do not crimp cables. #2 * X4[...]
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20 1 3. Connect AC Adapter to Frame Assembly 13 1 4. Final Inspection Inspect your machine to ensure that all har dware is tight and components are pr operly assembled. Do not use u ntil the machin e has be en f ully as sem bled a nd insp ected for cor rect p er form ance in acco rdance w ith the Ow ner’ s Man ual.[...]
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21 BEfORE YOU ST ART Moving t he Machine The machine may be moved by one or more persons depending on their physical abilities and capacities. Make sure that you and others ar e all physically fit and able to move the machine safely . 1. Remove the power cord. 2. Use the T ransport Handle to carefully lift the machine onto the transport rollers. 3.[...]
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22 Leveling th e Mach ine The machine needs to be leveled if your workout area is uneven or if the Rail Assembly is slightly of f the floor . T o adjust: 1. Place the machine in your workout area. 2. SafelystandonthebackoftheRailAssemblyforapproximately20seconds. 3. Step off the machine. 4. Loosen the l[...]
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23 This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could r esult in death or serious injury . Before using this equipment, obey the following warnings: ReadandunderstandthecompleteManual.KeeptheManualforfuturer eference. Read and understand all warnings on this machine. If at any time the W [...]
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24 A HandlebarArmAdjustmentKnob L T ransport Handle B Handlebar Arm M Foot Pedal C Console N Storage Bin D Fully Shrouded Flywheel O Handlebar , Static E AC Adapter Plug P Contact Heart Rate (CHR) Sensors F T ransport Roller Q MP3 Input G Stabilizer R Water Bottle Holder H Leveler S Speakers I Incline Release Pedal T Fan J Incline Adjustme[...]
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25 Console Features The Console provides important information about your workout and lets you contr ol the resistancelevelswhileyouexer cise.TheConsolehasagriddisplaywithtouchcontrolbuttonsto navigateyouthroughtheexer ciseprograms. Keypad Functions F AN button- Controls 3-speed fan Sch[...]
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26 LCD Display Data Program Display The Program Display shows the name of the pr ogram selection and the grid display area shows the course pr ofile for the program. Each column in the profile shows one interval (workout segment). The higher the column, the higher the resistance level. The flashing column shows your current interval. Time / Interva[...]
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27 Pulse (Heart Rate) The Pulse display shows the heart rate in beats per minute (BPM) from the heart rate monitor . Consultaphysicianbeforeyoustartanexer ciseprogram.Stopexercisingifyoufeelpainor tightness in your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor befor e you use the m[...]
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28 • Theproximityofotherelectr onicmachinescangenerateinterference. CHRdetectionmaybelimitedtowalkingorslowjoggingduetotheextrememuscleartifactsand hand motion generated by a comfortable running style. If your heart rate signal ever seems erratic after validation, wi[...]
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29 The graph is a brief guideline, describing the generally suggested target heart rates based on age. As noted above, your optimal target rate may be higher or lower . Consult your physician for your individual target heart rate zone. Note: Aswithallexercisesandfitnessr egimens,alwaysuseyourbestjudgment?[...]
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30 OpERA TIONS What to Wear Wearrubber -soledathleticshoes.Y ouwillneedtheappropriateclothesforexercisethatallowyou to move freely . How Often Should Y ou Exercise Consultaphysicianbeforeyoustartanexer ciseprogram.Stopexercisingifyoufeelpainor tightness in [...]
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31 Upper Handlebar Arm Adjustment Correctgripplacementencouragesexer ciseefficiencyandcomfort,while reducing the risk of injury . The upper Handlebar Arm can be adjusted to four distinct positions. Step off the machine befor e you adjust the arm. 1. LoosentheHandlebarArmAdjustmentKnobontheen[...]
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32 T o release the Incline Assembly: Do not adjust the workout angle when on the machine. 1. Grasp the Incline Handle and be prepar ed to support the weight of the raised parts of the machine. When released, the Incline Assembly may fully disengage. Make sure that you ar e able to support the weight of the raised parts of the machine safely . 2. Wi[...]
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33 Initial Setup During the first power -up, the Console must be setup for your preferred measur ement units, the machine type, and brightness of the screen. 1. Units of Measurement: Push the Incr ease/Decrease buttons to change between “Miles-Lb” (ImperialEnglish)or“Km-Kg”(metric). 2. Push ST ART/ENTER to set. 3. Machine[...]
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34 4. Use the Increase( ) and Decr ease( ) buttons to adjust the workout time. Push ST ART/EN- TER. Note : Th e rang e of values for TIM E is 5 - 99 min utes; the default value i s 30:00. 5. Use the Increase( ) and Decr ease( ) buttons to adjust the resistance level. Note : Th e rang e of values for LE V EL is 1 - 1 6; t he default [...]
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35 Pus h and hol d the ST ART /ENTER bu tton for 3 sec onds to compl ete the entr y and go to the nex tdataprompt. 4. The C onso le displ ay shows the “ AGE 30” prompt. Use the Increa se/De crea se but tons to adjustthed efaultval ue,andpushST ART / ENTERtocompletetheentr ya ndgotothenext ?[...]
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36 Use r Prof ile Workout Pr ogram 1 . From the Pow e r - Up Mod e scree n, push the Schwi nn Advantag e ™ but ton t o go to User S ele c - tion Mode . 2 . Use the Increas e/ Dec rease b ut t o ns to select a Us er Profile a nd pus h ST A RT /ENTER. Note : If no Use r Profile is set u p , the Co nsole w ill go to the User Setup M ode. 3. VIEWS[...]
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37 Pus handhol dST A RT /ENTERtocompl etetheentr yandgotothenex tdataprompt.Oryou canta ptheST ART /ENT ERbuttontoaddspace suntilthenex tdatasc reena ppea rs. 4. T o edit th e other User dat a (EDIT AGE , EDIT WEIG HT , EDIT G ENDER) , use the In creas[...]
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38 Profile Pr ograms These programs automate dif ferent resistances and workout levels. Manual Course 1 Course 2 Course 3 Circuit 1 Circuit 2 Circuit 3 Pursuit 1 Pursuit 2 Changing Resistance Levels Push the Increase( ) or Decr ease( ) buttons to change the resistance level at any time in a work- out program.[...]
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39 Fitness T est The Fitness T est measures the impr ovements of your physical fitness level. The test compares your power output (in W atts) to your heart rate. As your fitness level improves, your power output will increase at a given heart rate. Y ou can start the Fitness T est from the FITNESS TEST option in the Program Menu. The Fitness T est [...]
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40 3. Set the Time for the workout. (The default value is 10:00.) For more detailed information about fitness zones, please r efer to the fitness information on our website: www .schwinnfitness.com. Distance Goal Program The Distance Goal Program lets you set the total Distance and Pacer Speed for your workout. If you go to the Distanc e Goal p rog[...]
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41 Pausing or Stopping The Console will go into Pause Mode if the user stops pedaling and pushes STOP during a workout, or there is no RPM signal for 5 seconds (user not pedaling). The Console display shows WORKOUTP AUSED,andafter4secondsthecurrentworkoutdatastartstoscr ollautomatically (the same format as [...]
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42 The RESET ST A TS option will clear the accumulated workout values. Use the Increase/De- crease buttons to change your selection between YES and NO, and push ST ART/ENTER. PushSTOPtoexittheRESETST A TSoption. 6. Push STOP to go back to the User profile menu—View Stats or W orkout option.[...]
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43 CONSOLE SETUp MOdE The Console Setup Mode lets you set the units of measurement to either English or Metric, change the machine type, or see maintenance statistics (Error Log and Run Hours – for service technician use only). 1. Hold down the Increase button and Decr ease button together for 3 seconds while in the Power -Up Mode to go into the [...]
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45 Read all maintenance instructions fully before you start any r epair work. In some conditions, an assistantisrequir edtodothenecessarytasks. Equipmentmustberegularlyexaminedfordamageandr epairs.Theownerisresponsible to make sure that r egular maintenance is done. Worn or damaged compone[...]
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46 Maintenance Parts FF A C D B F E Q Y X K N M L J I H G H CC BB Z R AA P P O W L N S T U GG HH II JJ KK LL V DD EE[...]
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47 A Console N Roller AA T ransport Roller B Handlebar ,Static O T ransport Handle BB Handlebar Arm, Lower Left C Arm Pivot Rod P Leveler CC Handlebar Arm, Upper Left D Console Mast Q Rail Assembly DD Console Cable, Lower E Shroud, Left R Incline Assembly EE Console Cable, Upper F Crank Assembly , Right S Leg, Left FF Speed Sensor Magnet G Handleba[...]
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48 TROUBLESHOOTINg Condition/Problem Things to Check Solution No display/partial display/ unit will not turn on Check electrical (wall) outlet Make sure unit is plugged into a func- tioning wall outlet. Check connection at front of unit Connection should be secure and un- damaged. Replace adapter or connec- tion at unit if either are damaged. Check[...]
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49 Dry or calloused hands Sensors may have difficulty with dried out or calloused hands. A conduc- tive electrode cr eam such as “Signa Crème” or “Buh-Bump” can help make better conduct. These are available on the web or at medical or some larger fitness stores. Static Handlebar If tests reveal no other issues, Static Handlebar should be r[...]
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50 Condition/Problem Things to Check Solution No speed/RPM reading, Console displays “Please Stride” error code Check data cable integrity All wires in cable should be intact. If any are cut or crimped, r eplace cable. Check data cable connections/orientation Be sure cable is connected secur ely and oriented properly . Small latch on connector [...]
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51 Fan will not turn on or will not turn off Check data cable integrity All wires in cable should be intact. If any are cut or crimped, r eplace cable. Check data cable connections/orientation Be sure cable is connected secur ely and oriented properly . Small latch on connector should line up and snap into place. Reset machine Unplug unit from elec[...]
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