XE295 Elliptical Trainer OWNER’S MANUAL Please carefully read this entire manual before operating your new elliptical
1 Important Safety Instructions 2 Important Electrical Instructions 3 XE295 Assembly Instructions 4 Product Features 10 Operation of Your Console 12 Programmable Features 15 Using A Heart Rate Transmitter 22 General Maintenance 24 Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty 25 ATTENTION This elliptical is intended for residential use only and is warranted for this application. Any other application voids this warranty in its entirety.
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Thank you for your purchase of this quality group elliptical from Spirit Fitness. Your new elliptical was manufactured by one of the leading fitness manufacturers in the world and is backed by one of the most comprehensive warranties available. Through your dealer, Spirit Fitness will do all we can to make your ownership experience as pleasant as possible for many years to come.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING - Read all instructions before using this appliance. If using the optional power supply: DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock disconnect your Spirit Fitness elliptical from the electrical outlet prior to cleaning and/or service work. WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, install the elliptical on a flat level surface with access to a 110-volt, 15-amp grounded outlet with only the elliptical plugged into the circuit.
NEVER remove any cover without first disconnecting AC power. If voltage varies by ten percent (10%) or more, the performance of your elliptical may be affected. Such conditions are not covered under your warranty. If you suspect the voltage is low, contact your local power company or a licensed electrician for proper testing. NEVER expose this elliptical to rain or moisture. This product is NOT designed for use outdoors, near a pool or spa, or in any other high humidity environment.
XE295 Assembly Instructions Assembly Video To assist you in assembling your new Spirit Fitness elliptical, we have posted an assembly video at the following link: http://www.spiritfitness.com/customerservice/video/ellipticalvideos.html Pre-Assembly 1. 2. 3. Using a razor knife (Box Cutter), cut the banding straps that wrap around the carton. Reach under the bottom edge of the carton and pull it away from the cardboard underneath, separating the staples that join the two together.
STEP 1: Console Mast 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Locate the Console Mast (12) and Console Mast Cover (41) and slide the Cover onto the Mast as far as it will go. Make sure the Console Mast Cover (41) is facing the correct way. At the top opening of the Main Frame (1), there is a Computer Cable (31) tied to a twist tie wire. Feed the twist tie wire and Computer Cable (31) into the bottom of the Console Mast (12) and out of the opening at the top.
STEP 2: Swing Arms 1. 2. 3. 4. Slide two Wave Washers (81) onto both the Left and Right Console Mast axle. Slide the Swing Arms (L) and (R), (10 & 11) onto the appropriate side of the axle. Note: Make sure the arms are attached as shown in the illustration. Place a Flat Washer (97) onto each Hex Head Bolt (103) and fasten in the end of the left and right axle. Tighten with the wrench (106).
STEP 3: Connecting Arm 1. 2. Untie the twist tie that holds each bushing (22) to the Connecting Arm end. Align the hole in the end of the Connecting Arms (L & R) (8 & 9) with the hole in the bracket of the Swing Arms (L) and (R), (10 & 11). The Connecting Arm ends should be inside of the Swing Arm (L) and (R), (10 & 11) brackets. Slide a Hex Head Bolt (104) through each Swing Arm (L) and (R), (10 &11) bracket and each Connecting Arm end.
STEP 4: Plastic Parts 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Mate the Connecting Arm Covers (R) (58) with the Connecting Arm Covers (L) (58-1) on left and right Connecting Arms (8 & 9). Make sure these covers are oriented the correct way. There is an arrow ^ mark on the inside. Fasten together with four Phillips Head Screws (105) and four Sheet Metal Screws (87). Tighten with the Short Phillips Head Screw Driver (107).
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Product Features Footpads Through research performed with a leading sports scientist and physical rehabilitation expert, Spirit engineering has developed a breakthrough in pedal design. No other elliptical, at any price, offers these unique features. The history of elliptical use over the past few years tells us that many users suffer from numb toes while working out on elliptical trainers. Many other users complain of ankle, Achilles tendon, knee and/or hip pain.
Console MUSCLE ACTIVATION FIGURE There is an anatomical figure located at the top of the console. This figure will light all areas that are activated when using the ellipticall. These will light up during any of the programs. You can control which muscles are activated by changing the incline and swinging your arms. The pre-set programs will determine which lower body muscles will be activated by automatically adjusting the incline.
Operation of Your Console XE295 Console Integrated Speakers for MP3 Player Muscle Activation Profile Large LCD with scrolling feedback and scrolling message center Heart Rate % Profile Swivel Fan to keep you cool Ten innovative programs offer a variety of work-outs Convenient cargo compartment for keys, phone, or MP3 player Easy-Touch Control Buttons Power When the A.C. power cord is connected to the elliptical, the console will automatically power up.
Quick Start This is the quickest way to start a workout. After the console powers up you just press the Start key to begin, this will initiate the Quick Start mode. In Quick Start the Time will count up from zero and the workload may be adjusted manually by pressing the Level Up/ Down buttons. The dot matrix display will have only the bottom row lit at first. As you increase the work load more rows will light indicating a harder workout. The elliptical will get harder to pedal as the rows increase.
Program Keys The program keys are used to preview each program. When you first turn the console on you may press each program key to preview what the program profile looks like. If you decide that you want to try a program, press the corresponding program key and then press the Enter key to select the program and enter into the data-setting mode. The elliptical has a built in heart rate monitoring system.
The Manual program works as the name implies, manually. This means that you control the workload and not the computer. To start the Manual program, follow the instructions below or just press the Manual button, then the Enter key and follow the directions in the Message Center. 1. Press the Manual key, then press the Enter key. 2. The Message Center will ask you to enter your Age.
Preset Programs The elliptical has five different programs that have been designed for a variety of workouts. These five programs have factory preset work level profiles for achieving different goals.
STRENGTH Resistance: This program has a gradual progression of resistance up to 100% of maximum effort that is sustained for 25% of workout duration. This will help build strength and muscular endurance in the lower body and gluts. A brief cool down follows. RESISTANCE INTERVAL Resistance: This program takes you through high levels of intensity followed by recovery periods of low intensity.
Programming Preset Programs 1. Select the desired program button then press the Enter key. 2. The Message Center will ask you to enter your Age. You may adjust the age setting, using the Level Up/Down keys, then press the Enter key to accept the new number and proceed on to the next screen. 3. You are now asked to enter your Weight. You may adjust the Weight value using the Level Up/Down keys, then press Enter to continue. 4. Next is Time. You may adjust the time and press Enter to continue. 5.
Custom User Defined Programs There are two customizable User programs that allow you to build and save your own workout. The two programs, User 1 and User 2, operate exactly the same way so there is no reason to describe them separately. You can build your own custom program by following the instructions below or you can save any other preset program you complete as a custom program. Both programs allow you to further personalize it by adding your name. 1. Press the User 1 or User 2 key.
Heart Rate Programs The old motto, “no pain, no gain”, is a myth that has been overpowered by the benefits of exercising comfortably. A great deal of this success has been promoted by the use of heart rate monitors. With the proper use of a heart rate monitor, many people find that their usual choice of exercise intensity was either too high or too low and exercise is much more enjoyable by maintaining their heart rate in the desired benefit range.
Rate of Perceived Exertion Heart rate is important but listening to your body also has a lot of advantages. There are more variables involved in how hard you should workout than just heart rate. Your stress level, physical health, emotional health, temperature, humidity, the time of day, the last time you ate and what you ate, all contribute to the intensity at which you should workout. If you listen to your body, it will tell you all of these things.
Using A Heart Rate Transmitter Wearing The Chest Strap 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Attach the transmitter to the elastic strap using the locking parts. Adjust the strap as tightly as possible as long as the strap is not too tight to remain comfortable. Position the transmitter with the logo centered in the middle of your torso facing away from your chest (some people must position the transmitter slightly left of center).
Heart Rate Program Operation Note:You must wear the heart rate transmitter strap for these programs Both programs operate the same, the only difference is that HR1 is set to 60% and HR2 is set to 80% of the maximum heart rate. They both are programmed the same way. To start an HR program follow the instructions below or just select the HR1 or HR2 program, then the Enter button and follow the directions in the Message Center.
General Maintenance 1. 2. 3. Wipe down all areas in the sweat path with a damp cloth after each workout. If a squeak, thump, clicking or rough feeling develops the main cause is most likely one of two reasons: I. i. The hardware was not sufficiently tightened during assembly. All bolts that were installed during assembly need to be tightened as much as possible. It may be necessary to use a larger wrench than the one provided if you cannot tighten the bolts sufficiently.
Spirit Fitness, Inc. (Spirit Fitness) warrants all its elliptical parts for a period of time listed below from the date of retail sale, as determined by sale receipt, or in the absence of a sales receipt eighteen (18) months from the original factory shipping date. Spirit Fitness’ responsibilities include providing new or remanufactured parts, at Spirit Fitness’ option, and technical support to our independent dealers and servicing organizations.
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