Model No. HREL8806.1 Serial No. USER’S MANUAL Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal (on underside of frame) QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are committed to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE STORE; please contact Customer Care.
TABLE OF CONTENTS WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 exerciser before using your elliptical exerciser. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product. 1. Before beginning any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary HEALTHRIDER® 8.5 EX CROSSTRAINER elliptical exerciser. The 8.5 EX CROSSTRAINER elliptical exerciser provides a wide array of features, including a personal television, designed to make your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable. tacting us. The model number is HREL8806.1. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the elliptical exerciser (see the front cover of this manual for the location of the decal).
ASSEMBLY To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical exerciser, call 1-800-445-2480. Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the included hex keys, assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver , an adjustable wrench , and a rubber mallet .
1. 1 To make assembly easier, read the information on page 5 before you begin assembling the elliptical exerciser. 89 25 25 Attach the two Wheels (25) to the Front Stabilizer (35) with two M10 x 62mm Patch Bolts (89) and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (97). 97 26 89 35 Attach two Leveling Feet (26) to the underside of the Front Stabilizer (35). 26 2. Orient the Front Stabilizer (35) as shown. Have a second person tip the Frame (2) backward.
4. Hook the front ends of the Frame Covers (105, 106) together. Attach each Frame Cover to the Frame (2) with three M4 x 16mm Self-tapping Screws (79). 4 106 79 2 79 105 5. Have a second person hold the Upright (6) near the Frame (2) as shown. 5 110 109 48 Pull the Wire Harness (48) and the Coaxial Cable (109) out of the Frame (2) and insert them upward through the Upright (6).
6. Orient the Left Roller Leg (12), which is marked with a “Left” sticker, near the left Crank Arm (36) as shown. 6 36 98 Apply a small amount of the included grease to both sides of a Wave Washer (98). Slide the Wave Washer onto the end of the left Crank Arm (36). Next, slide the Left Roller Leg (12) onto the Crank Arm and set the Roller (22) on the Base (1). Attach the Left Roller Leg with an M10 x 20mm Patch Screw (91), a Crank Axle Cap (30), and an M10 x 25mm Washer (94).
8. Attach Inner and Outer Handlebar Covers (18, 19) around the Left Handlebar (8) with three M4 x 16mm Self-tapping Screws (79) and an M4 x 13mm Washer (93). Start all three Self-tapping Screws before tightening any of them. 8 79 8 Repeat this step for the Right Handlebar (not shown). 18 93 79 19 9. Apply a generous amount of grease to the Pivot Axle (65), and insert the Pivot Axle into the Frame (2). 9 Attach each Frame Cover (17) to the Frame (2) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (86).
11. Identify the Left Pedal (13) and the Left Pedal Leg (14), which are marked with “Left” stickers, and orient them as shown. 11 13 Attach the Left Pedal (13) to the Left Pedal Leg (14) with four M6 x 35mm Phillips Screws (87) and four M6 Split Washers (88). Start all four Phillips Screws before tightening any of them. 14 Repeat this step to attach the Right Pedal to the Right Pedal Leg (not shown). 88 87 12. Apply a generous amount of grease to two Pedal Leg Axles (32).
14. Have a second person hold the Console (5) near the Upright (6) as shown. Connect the console wire harness to the Wire Harness (48), connect the console cable to the Coaxial Cable (109), and connect the console pulse wire to the Pulse Wire (110). Insert the excess wire and cable downward into the Upright (6). 14 5 Console Cable Console Wire Harness 79 48 Attach the Console (5) to the Upright (6) with four M4 x 16mm Self-tapping Screws (79). Avoid pinching the wires and cables during this step.
Before operating the television, you must connect a 75 ohm CATV cable to the 75 ohm terminal on the elliptical exerciser or a VCR or DVD player to the audio/video input jack. Note: Use a CATV cable to connect to an external source such as a cable box, analog cable, satellite TV box, or VCR. No CATV cable or RCA component video cable is included. HOW TO CONNECT A 75 OHM CATV CABLE 1. Connect a 75 ohm CATV cable to the 75 ohm terminal on the elliptical exerciser frame. 2.
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER Plug one end of the included power supply into the jack on the front of the elliptical exerciser. Plug the other end of the power supply into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. To mount the elliptical exerciser, hold the handlebars and step onto the pedal that is in the lowest position. Then, step onto the other pedal.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE In addition, the console offers two custom programs that allow you to create your own workout programs and store them in memory for future use. The advanced console offers an array of features designed to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. When you use the manual mode of the console, you can change the resistance of the pedals with the touch of a button. While you exercise, the console will display continuous exercise feedback.
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE • Your pedaling pace in revolutions per minute (rpm). Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove the plastic. • The approximate number of calories you have burned. 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console. • The resistance level of the pedals each time the resistance changes. A moment after you begin pedaling or press a button, the screen will light.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired. If the screen does not show your heart rate, make sure that your hands are positioned as described. Be careful not to move your hands excessively or to squeeze the metal contacts too tightly. For optimal performance, clean the metal contacts using a soft cloth; never use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals to clean the contacts. If there are sheets of clear plastic on the metal contacts on the handgrip pulse sensor, remove the plastic.
HOW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM The pedals will then automatically adjust to the resistance level for the second segment. 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console. As you exercise, you will be prompted to keep your pedaling pace near the target pace setting for the current segment. When the color of the RPM display on the screen is white or blue, increase your pace. When the RPM display is yellow or pink, decrease your pace.
HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM setting, if desired. Note: If you change the maximum target heart rate setting, the intensity level of the entire program will change. See EXERCISE INTENSITY on page 23 for heart rate guidelines. 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the screen will light. 4. Hold the handgrip pulse sensor. 2. Select a heart rate program.
Both heart rate programs—As you pedal, the console will regularly compare your heart rate to the target heart rate setting. If your heart rate is too far below or above the target heart rate setting, the resistance of the pedals will automatically increase or decrease to bring your heart rate closer to the target heart rate setting. HOW TO CREATE A CUSTOM PROGRAM You will also be prompted to pedal at a steady pace. When the color of the RPM display on the screen is white or blue, increase your pace.
HOW TO USE A CUSTOM PROGRAM To stop the program at any time, stop pedaling. A tone will sound to indicate that the program is paused. To restart the program, simply resume pedaling. 1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console. A moment after you turn on the console, the screen will light. 4. Change the program if desired. If desired, you can change the program while using it.
HOW TO OPERATE THE PERSONAL TELEVISION 5. When you are finished using the television, press the TV button. IMPORTANT: Before operating the television, you must connect a 75 ohm CATV cable to the 75 ohm terminal on the elliptical exerciser or a VCR or DVD player to the audio/video input jack. See page 12 for instructions. To turn off the television, press the TV button repeatedly until the word CONSOLE appears on the screen. Follow the steps below to operate the television.
HOW TO USE THE INFORMATION MODE this process until you have added all desired channels and deleted all unwanted channels. 1. Press and hold down the TV button and adjust the television settings if desired. 3. Press the TV button again and select a cable connection. Press and hold down the TV button for several seconds to access the information mode. The brightness level indicator will appear on the television screen. Press the Volume buttons to adjust the brightness setting if desired.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. sizes of screws in the side shields; be sure to note the location of each screw. Then, gently pull the side shields apart and remove the convenience tray. To clean the elliptical exerciser, use a damp cloth and a small amount of mild soap. Make sure to regularly clean the rollers and the track on which the rollers ride.
TELEVISION TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: You can solve most television problems by following the steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If you need further assistance, please see the front cover of this manual. No display appears in the CONSOLE mode and no picture appears in the TV mode. PROBLEM: a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a properly grounded outlet.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES 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—Model No. HREL8806.1 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 1 2 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 4 4 1 1 2 4 4 8 4 1 2 1 2 1 1 12 2 1 1 1 8 4 1 2 1 Description Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 2 1 2 1 1 1 4 Description Key No. Qty. Pulse Sensor Endcap Rear Base Cover Side Base Cover Center Base Cover Left Frame Cover Right Frame Cover M8 x 75mm Patch Screw 108 109 110 * * * 1 1 1 – – – Description M4 x 12mm Bright Screw Coaxial Cable Pulse Wire Hex Key Grease User’s Manual Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. See the back cover of this manual for information about ordering replacement parts. *These parts are not illustrated.
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ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual.