Model No. Serial No. The model number and serial number are found in the location shown below. Write the model number and serial number in the space above. USERʼS MANUAL Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, CONTACT THE STORE WHERE YOU PURCHASED THIS PRODUCT. If you are unable to contact the store, see HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on the back cover of this manual.
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical strider before using your elliptical strider. FreeMotion Fitness assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product. 8. Hold the handgrip pulse sensors, the handlebars, or the handrails when mounting, dismounting, or using the elliptical strider. 1.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary FREEMOTION® F 7.8 elliptical strider with Universal Dock for iPod®. The F 7.8 elliptical strider provides an impressive selection of features designed to make your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable. of this manual. To help us assist you, note the product model number and serial number before contacting us. The model number and serial number are found on the serial number decal.
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical strider in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires only the included tool(s). 1. Hold the lower end of the Right Handlebar (20) against the Right Handlebar Hub (30), and align the five holes in the Right Handlebar with the five holes in the Right Handlebar Hub. 1 Attach the Right Handlebar (20) with five 5/16" x 1/2" Patch Screws (105).
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL STRIDER HOW TO PLUG IN THE AC POWER ADAPTER HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL STRIDER This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Due to the size and weight of the elliptical strider, moving it requires two persons.
HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL STRIDER HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL STRIDER If the elliptical strider rocks slightly on your floor during use, turn one or both of the leveling feet beneath the rear of the frame until the rocking motion is eliminated. To mount the elliptical strider, hold the handlebars or the handrails and step onto the pedals. Push the pedals until they begin to move forward and backward with a continuous motion.
HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE Your elliptical strider has been preconfigured to operate with a Basic console and a Workout TV console (see the drawings below). To learn about the features of the Basic console, see page 9. To learn about the features of the Workout TV console, see the userʼs manual included with the Workout TV console. To upgrade your console and expand the capabilities of your elliptical strider, please see the back cover of this manual.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE specific fitness goals. To purchase iFit cards, please see the back cover of this manual or go to www.iFit.com. iFit cards are also available at select stores. This console offers an array of features designed to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. You can even connect your iPod®, MP3 player, personal audio player, or CD player to the console sound system and listen to your favorite workout music or audio books while you exercise.
HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE 4. Set a target stride length as desired. The included AC power adapter must be used to operate the elliptical strider. See HOW TO PLUG IN THE AC POWER ADAPTER on page 6. When the AC power adapter is plugged in, the displays will light and the console will be ready for use. The stride length meter in the center display allows you to set a target stride length.
Right display–This display has four sections that show the following exercise information: 6. Measure your heart rate if desired. You can measure you heart rate using either the handgrip pulse sensor or an optional Polar®-compatible chest pulse sensor (see page 13 for information about 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.
HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT As you exercise, keep your stride length near the target stride length for the current segment, which is shown in the stride length meter in the center display. IMPORTANT: The target stride length settings are intended only to provide motivation. Your actual stride length may be shorter or longer than the target stride length. Make sure to stride at a length that is comfortable for you.
HOW TO USE AN IFIT WORKOUT To use the Integrated Universal Dock for iPod, you need an iFit® Universal iPod Connector (not included). To purchase an iFit Universal iPod Connector, see the back cover of this manual. Plug one end of the iFit Universal iPod Connector into the Integrated Universal Dock for iPod and plug the other end into your iPod. Make sure that the iFit Universal iPod Connector is fully plugged in. iFit cards are available separately. To purchase iFit cards, go to www.iFit.
HOW TO USE THE MAINTENANCE MODE 4. View and change the input setting if desired. The console features a maintenance mode that allows you to access usage information and to view and change console settings. The second section of the center display will show the default input for the console. You can set the default input for the console as MP3, TV, or RCA. To change the default input, press the VOL increase and decrease buttons repeatedly until the desired setting is selected.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING If you have questions about maintenance or troubleshooting, please see the back cover of this manual. HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL STRIDER If the elliptical strider rocks slightly on your floor during use, see HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL STRIDER on page 7. Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical strider regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. To clean the elliptical strider, use a damp cloth and a small amount of mild soap.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING: Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exercise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your body uses carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone.
SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees and back. 2 2. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended.
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PART LIST Key No. Qty. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 1 2 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 4 2 2 8 4 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 Description Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 8 4 8 2 8 2 3 2 1 4 6 1 16 24 8 1 34 40 2 Description Key No. Qty.
EXPLODED DRAWING A 113 117 15 104 117 117 117 17 117 R1209A 117 117 7 10 111 117 117 111 104 134 117 6 117 8 11 117 117 12 13 117 9 18 113 113 113 16 117 117 14 117 21
EXPLODED DRAWING B 115 114 113 118 118 118 115 114 113 98 98 118 118 64 100 5 118 63 100 118 118 118 1 83 75 83 74 102 118 101 100 62 98 63 114 67 22 98 118 100 62 101 98 2 113 114 114 115 113 3 118 74 114 5 98 133 109 132 83 75 74 118 72 72 74 131 100 66 65 118 118 118 132 102 73 118 118 67 118 118 133 100 118 97 78 80 2 118 58 79 77 114 114 67 81 114 113 98 3 4 114 98 113 R1209A 113 118 76 83 73 118 102 115
EXPLODED DRAWING C 45 96 44 106 43 105 99 88 105 93 28 89 88 94 91 101 41 21 87 36 38 122 107 39 37 91 87 37 39 29 34 101 40 55 54 68 55 84 61 27 56 90 116 69 128 26 94 87 101 91 41 24 23 94 82 94 87 130 96 30 107 94 42 87 82 130 129 82 125 82 86 52 86 124 44 87 99 22 68 125 49 87 93 91 94 94 89 99 88 93 88 68 48 112 46 47 45 33 71 86 93 53 86 52 123 19 55 84 61 59 90 108 121 107 85 135 60 125 125 93 120 50 120 127
HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE If you have questions after reading this manual, or if parts are damaged or missing, please contact the store where you purchased this product. If you are unable to contact the store, contact Customer Care at one of the phone numbers or addresses listed below. Please note the model number, serial number, and name of the product (see the front cover of this manual) before contacting Customer Care.
