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Before using this product, it is essential that this ENTIRE operation manual and ALL installation instructions be read. This will help in setting up the equipment quickly and in instructing others on how to use it correctly and safely. Avant toute utilisation de ce produit, il est indispensable de lire ce manuel d'utilisation dans son INTÉGRALITÉ, ainsi que TOUTES les instructions d'installations. Ce manuel explique comment installer l'équipement et comment l'utiliser correctement et sans danger.
TABLE OF Section 1. 1.1 1.2 2. 2.1 2.2 2.3 3. 3.1 3.2 4. 4.1 4.2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
This Operation Manual describes the functions of the following products: Life Fitness Rear Drive Total Body Cross-Trainers: 8500 9100 9500HR See "Specifications" page in this manual for product specific features. Statement of Purpose: The Cross-Trainer is an exercise machine that combines low-impact elliptical pedaling with push/pull arm motion to provide an efficient, effective total body workout.
1 GETTING STARTED 1.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • SAFETY WARNING: The safety of the product can be maintained only if it is examined regularly for damage and wear. See Preventative Maintenance section for details. • Never operate a Life Fitness product if it has been dropped, damaged, or even partially immersed in water. If any of these occur, contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services.
1 POINT DE 1.1 CONSIGNES DÉPART DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES • CONSIGNE DE SÉCURITÉ : pour un emploi sûr, le produit doit être inspecté régulièrement afin de s'assurer qu'il n'est pas usé ni endommagé. Consultez la section de Maintenance préventive pour obtenir de plus amples informations. • Ne faites jamais fonctionner d'appareil Life Fitness dont le cordon d'alimentation ou la fiche seraient abîmés, qui aurait fait une chute ou qui aurait été endommagé ou partiellement plongé dans l'eau.
1.2 SETUP Read the Operation Manual before setting up the Life Fitness Cross-Trainer. 1.2.1 WHERE TO PLACE THE CROSS-TRAINER Following all Safety Instructions, position the Cross-Trainer where it will be used. When correctly positioned, the Cross-Trainer can be easily mounted from the side. Allow 1 foot of clearance in front of the Cross-Trainer to allow for movement of the pedal levers. 1.2.
2 THE DISPLAY CONSOLE 2.1 DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW The computerized display console is easy to use. It allows an individual to follow the progress of a workout. The on-board computer allows a workout to be tailored to individual fitness capabilities and goals while providing a unique means of measuring fitness improvement from one workout to the next. 2.2 DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS The functions for the keys and display windows on the Cross-Trainer console are shown below.
C NUMERIC KEYPAD (CT 9500HR): Use the numeric keys to set the workout parameters, including length of workout, weight, age, target heart rate, and resistance level. While a workout is in progress, they can also be used to enter a different effort level or target heart rate (in Fat Burn or Cardio). The ARROW keys have the same function as the numeric keypad, but allow the data to be increased or decreased instead of keying in the changed data.
K MESSAGE CENTER: Provides simple step-by-step instructions and motivation messages. Displays time, RPM, level, calories, heart rate, distance, and (for CT 9100 and CT 9500HR) calories per hour and watts. Time: time elapsed since beginning the program. RPM: pedal revolutions per minute. Level: programmed resistance level. Calories: calculated number of calories burned since beginning the program. Heart Rate: detected heart rate.
3 HEART RATE ZONE TRAINING® EXERCISE 3.1 WHY HEART RATE ZONE TRAINING EXERCISE? Research shows that exercising within a specific heart rate is the optimal way to monitor exercise intensity and achieve maximum results. That is the idea behind the Life Fitness Heart Rate Zone Training approach to exercise. Zone Training Exercise takes the guesswork out of working out by identifying specific ranges, or zones, in which to maintain a heart rate to achieve maximum exercise results according to goals.
3.2 HEART RATE MONITORING THE LIFEPULSE DIGITAL HEART RATE SENSORS The patented Lifepulse digital heart rate sensors (A) are the built-in heart rate monitoring system on the Life Fitness 9500HR Cross-Trainer. To use the Lifepulse sensors (CT 9500HR), grasp the stainless steel sensors on the moving arms when the console displays the heart symbol, or at any time a heart rate reading is wanted. The heart rate will be displayed in 10 to 40 seconds. There are four sensors, two on each moving arm.
THE HEART RATE CHEST STRAP A heart rate chest strap allows the on-board, Polar® telemetry heart rate feature of this product (optional for CT 8500 in the U.S.A. and Canada) to continuously monitor the heart rate and in many workouts adjusts aspects of the workout such as resistance level. To order a chest strap, call Life Fitness Customer Support Services.
4 THE WORKOUTS 4.1 WORKOUT OVERVIEWS Selecting a Life Fitness workout is as easy as pressing a key. The following are preprogrammed workouts for this Life Fitness product. QUICK WORKOUT is the fastest way to begin exercising. It allows starting a manual workout with minimal console input. FAT BURN is a workout offering a low intensity way to burn fat. The heart rate chest strap or Lifepulse Sensors (CT 9500HR) must be used.
4.2 USING THE WORKOUTS TO BEGIN A WORKOUT Without networking, press START or begin pedaling to activate the console. Check that the Message Center is scrolling "PRESS ENTER TO BEGIN." If it displays a different message, press the Clear key twice in rapid succession. With optional networking enabled, the console will display instead "PRESS ENTER TO BEGIN OR ENTER ID" (CT 8500, CT 9100 adds "USING ENTER KEY").
FAT BURN* Enter time Enter age Enter Target Heart Rate† Begin workout CARDIO* Enter time Enter age Enter Target Heart Rate† Begin workout MANUAL Enter time Enter level Begin workout RANDOM Enter time Enter level Begin workout HILL Enter time Enter level Begin workout CROSS-TRAIN AEROBICS Enter time Enter level Begin workout CROSS-TRAIN REVERSE Enter time Enter level Begin workout * Fat Burn and Cardio are standard workouts on all models except optional for CT 8500 in the U.S.A. and Canada.
HILL WORKOUT The Life Fitness patented Hill workout offers the ideal configuration for interval training: periods of intense aerobic activity separated by regular intervals of lower-intensity exercise. The computerized interval training workout has been scientifically demonstrated to yield greater cardiorespiratory improvement than steady-pace training.
Cool-down: The cool-down allows the body to begin removing accumulated by-products of exercise, such as lactic acid, which build up in muscles during a workout and contribute to muscle soreness. Effort and recovery periods are simulated on the display console by columns of red lights in the workout Profile window. Each column represents one interval and 20 intervals comprise the workout. The columns move from right to left during the workout. The higher the column, the higher the incline.
AEROBICS AND REVERSE WORKOUTS CROSS-TRAIN AEROBICS WORKOUT This workout makes the most of the Life Fitness Cross-Trainer's total body workout. While exercising, the computer console prompts the user to vary the workout. For an upper body workout that works all the muscles in the arms, the console directs the user to push and pull the moving arms at various times.
4.5 ADJUSTING INTENSITY LEVEL Workout intensity is adjusted at any time during the workout by using the arrow keys or the numeric keypad (CT 9500HR) to increase or decrease either the resistance level or the target heart rate (Fat Burn and Cardio workouts only). Changing level. The height of the LEDs in the Workout Profile window represents the amount of workout intensity. Changes to the resistance level (between 1 and 20) or the speed of pedaling can be used to optimize the workout intensity.
5 INTERNAL SETTINGS 5.1 ENTERING THE MANAGER’S CONFIGURATION Manager's Configuration allows the operational characteristics of the Cross-Trainers to be set up, such as the maximum workout time or enabling of pause or telemetry. It also displays statistics on the hours of use and types of programs used. To enter the Manager's Configuration, while the unit is off, press and hold down the Display Lock key (or for CT 9500HR the numeric 2 key) and press the Start key.
6 SERVICE AND TECHNICAL DATA 6.1 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS The Life Fitness Cross-Trainer is backed by the engineering excellence of Life Fitness and is one of the most rugged and trouble-free pieces of exercise equipment on the market today. Commercial Life Fitness products are among the most popular equipment, regularly standing up to marathon use - 18 hours a day, 7 days a week - in health clubs, colleges and military facilities the world over.
6.2 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the schedule below to ensure proper operation of the product. ITEM Display Console Console Mounting Bolts Accessory Tray Frame Plastic Covers WEEKLY C MONTHLY I BI-ANNUALLY ANNUALLY I C C C I I I KEY: C=Clean; I=Inspect 6.3 TROUBLESHOOTING THE HEART RATE CHEST STRAP HEART RATE READING IS ERRATIC OR ABSENT ENTIRELY • Repeat the electrode wetting procedure (see How to Use the Optional Heart Rate Monitor Chest Strap).
6.5 HOW TO OBTAIN PRODUCT SERVICE 1. Verify 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, consisting of three letters followed by six numbers. The serial number plate is located at the back end of the unit. 3. Contact the nearest Life Fitness Customer Support Services group: Toll-free within the U.S. and Canada Telephone: 800.351.3737 Telephone: 847.451.
7 SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 LIFE FITNESS CROSS-TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS Designed use: Maximum user weight: Power requirements: CONSOLE: Type: Displays: Summaries: Character size: WORKOUTS: Basic: Interactive HR: Modes: Quick Workout: Heart rate monitor: Resistance Levels: Pedal speed range: Drive type: Accessory Tray: Color: CT 9500HR/CT 9100: Heavy/Commercial CT 8500: Light/Commercial CT 9500HR/CT 9100: 350 pounds / 159 kilograms CT 8500: 300 pounds / 136 kilograms None.
