0/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 1 HORIZON FITNESS 800 BURTON BOULEVARD DEFOREST, WISCONSIN 53532 phone 1.888.993.3199 fax 1.608.842.1660 www.horizonfitness.com Rev. 1.1 RECUMBENT BIKE elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd ELITE 2.0R ELITE 3.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 3 LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY FRAME - LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of the original owner. BRAKE - LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the brake against defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of the original owner.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MONTHLY LOG SHEET SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed. Read all instructions before using this exercise product. WARNING WARNING! To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons: • Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this Owner's guide.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 5 WEEKLY LOG SHEET OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR HORIZON FITNESS RECUMBENT BIKE ! CAUTION CAUTION! • If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing. • Do not turn pedals by hand. • Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of the recumbent bike. • Make sure handlebars are secure before each use.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 6 CONGRATULATIONS! on choosing a Elite Series recumbent bike. You’ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals. Regular use of your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike can improve the quality of your life in so many ways.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 7 THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP AND COOL DOWN Before proceeding, find your recumbent bike’s serial number and model name located below the side covers on the frame and enter it in the space provided below: SERIAL NUMBER AND MODEL NAME LOCATION: WARM UP The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up. The warm-up will limber your muscles and prepare them for more strenuous exercise.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 8 GETTING STARTED DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM POWER The console on your (Elite 2.0R) is powered by 2 AA batteries, which are replaceable through the back side of the console. Your exercise bike itself, is powered by you. Your programmable (Elite 3.0R) recumbent bike is powered by a power supply. The power supply must be plugged into the power jack, which is located in the rear of the machine.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 9 HOW HARD? MOVING How hard you workout is also determined by your goals. If you use your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike to prepare for a 5K race, you will probably work out at a higher intensity than if your goal is general fitness. Regardless of your long term goals, always begin an exercise program at low intensity.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 10 KNOW YOUR RECUMBENT BIKE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHAT KIND OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED? We use sealed bearings throughout our bikes so lubrication is not needed. The most important maintenance step is to simply wipe your perspiration off the bike after each use. CONSOLE TENSION KNOB HOW DO I CLEAN MY HORIZON FITNESS SEMI-RECUMBENT BIKE? Clean with soap and water cleaners only. Never use solvents on plastic parts.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 11 EXERCISE GUIDELINES QUICK START UP Simply begin exercising. The console will automatically begin counting up and tracking your information. Always consult your physician before beginning an exercise program. HOW OFTEN? The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to maintain cardiovascular fitness.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 12 PROGRAMMING COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS CHOOSING YOUR TIME ARE THE SOUNDS MY SEMI-RECUMBENT BIKE MAKES NORMAL? Press the ‘SET TIME’ button on the console to select your workout time (time is set in 1 minute increments). Our recumbent bikes are some of the quietest available because they use belt drives and friction free magnetic resistance. We use the highest grade bearings and belts to minimize noise.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 13 PROBLEM: Erratic or Inconsistent Readout. (3.0R only) SOLUTION: This is often caused by dry electrodes or a loose chest strap. Moisture on the rubber DISPLAY electrodes is required for proper operation. Try a more generous coating of water on the electrodes and tightening the chest strap. Chest your exercise environment for sources of interference such as high power lines, large motors, etc.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 14 KNOW YOUR RECUMBENT BIKE TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR RECUMBENT BIKE Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike is designed to be reliable and maintenance free. However, if you do experience problems with your recumbent bike, please reference the troubleshooting guide listed below. CONSOLE PROBLEM: There is no display on the console.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 15 QUICK START UP T H R Z o n e TM Simply press the 'Start" button to begin exercising. The program will automatically default to the Manual program unless another program is selected. TARGET HEART RATE ZONE CHART Your ‘Target Heart Rate Zone’ is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. Target Zones will vary for each individual, depending on age, current level of conditioning, and personal fitness goals.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 16 DISPLAY MONITORING YOUR HEART RATE TIME FEEDBACK Shown as Minutes:Seconds. View the time remaining or the time elapsed in your workout. Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike offers two heart rate feedback options. You may choose to use the heart rate handlebars, or the chest transmitter for a hands free workout. (Elite 3.0R model only) HEART RATE HANDLEBAR Place the palm of your hands directly on the heart rate handlebars.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 U S I N G Y O U R T H R Z o n e TM 11:49 AM Page 17 PROGRAM Once the ‘THR Zone’ quick program key is selected (3.0R only), wait for 5 seconds and you will see the target heart rate flashing in the Heart Rate window. Using the chart on page 21, determine your target heart rate. Your target heart rate should be set at a number that you will be able to exercise at throughout the majority of your workout.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 18 CHOOSING A PROGRAM PROGRAM PROFILES To choose a program, press the quick program key. The program profile lights will show you which program you have selected. Once you choose a program, wait for 5 seconds and you will see the resistance level flashing in the Resistance window. MANUAL Customized workouts, allowing the user to adjust resistance level to the user's preference.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 18 CHOOSING A PROGRAM PROGRAM PROFILES To choose a program, press the quick program key. The program profile lights will show you which program you have selected. Once you choose a program, wait for 5 seconds and you will see the resistance level flashing in the Resistance window. MANUAL Customized workouts, allowing the user to adjust resistance level to the user's preference.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 U S I N G Y O U R T H R Z o n e TM 11:49 AM Page 17 PROGRAM Once the ‘THR Zone’ quick program key is selected (3.0R only), wait for 5 seconds and you will see the target heart rate flashing in the Heart Rate window. Using the chart on page 21, determine your target heart rate. Your target heart rate should be set at a number that you will be able to exercise at throughout the majority of your workout.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 16 DISPLAY MONITORING YOUR HEART RATE TIME FEEDBACK Shown as Minutes:Seconds. View the time remaining or the time elapsed in your workout. Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike offers two heart rate feedback options. You may choose to use the heart rate handlebars, or the chest transmitter for a hands free workout. (Elite 3.0R model only) HEART RATE HANDLEBAR Place the palm of your hands directly on the heart rate handlebars.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 15 QUICK START UP T H R Z o n e TM Simply press the 'Start" button to begin exercising. The program will automatically default to the Manual program unless another program is selected. TARGET HEART RATE ZONE CHART Your ‘Target Heart Rate Zone’ is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. Target Zones will vary for each individual, depending on age, current level of conditioning, and personal fitness goals.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 14 KNOW YOUR RECUMBENT BIKE TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR RECUMBENT BIKE Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike is designed to be reliable and maintenance free. However, if you do experience problems with your recumbent bike, please reference the troubleshooting guide listed below. CONSOLE PROBLEM: There is no display on the console.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 13 PROBLEM: Erratic or Inconsistent Readout. (3.0R only) SOLUTION: This is often caused by dry electrodes or a loose chest strap. Moisture on the rubber DISPLAY electrodes is required for proper operation. Try a more generous coating of water on the electrodes and tightening the chest strap. Chest your exercise environment for sources of interference such as high power lines, large motors, etc.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 12 PROGRAMMING COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS CHOOSING YOUR TIME ARE THE SOUNDS MY SEMI-RECUMBENT BIKE MAKES NORMAL? Press the ‘SET TIME’ button on the console to select your workout time (time is set in 1 minute increments). Our recumbent bikes are some of the quietest available because they use belt drives and friction free magnetic resistance. We use the highest grade bearings and belts to minimize noise.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 11 EXERCISE GUIDELINES QUICK START UP Simply begin exercising. The console will automatically begin counting up and tracking your information. Always consult your physician before beginning an exercise program. HOW OFTEN? The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to maintain cardiovascular fitness.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 10 KNOW YOUR RECUMBENT BIKE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHAT KIND OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED? We use sealed bearings throughout our bikes so lubrication is not needed. The most important maintenance step is to simply wipe your perspiration off the bike after each use. CONSOLE TENSION KNOB HOW DO I CLEAN MY HORIZON FITNESS SEMI-RECUMBENT BIKE? Clean with soap and water cleaners only. Never use solvents on plastic parts.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 9 HOW HARD? MOVING How hard you workout is also determined by your goals. If you use your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike to prepare for a 5K race, you will probably work out at a higher intensity than if your goal is general fitness. Regardless of your long term goals, always begin an exercise program at low intensity.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 8 GETTING STARTED DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM POWER The console on your (Elite 2.0R) is powered by 2 AA batteries, which are replaceable through the back side of the console. Your exercise bike itself, is powered by you. Your programmable (Elite 3.0R) recumbent bike is powered by a power supply. The power supply must be plugged into the power jack, which is located in the rear of the machine.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 7 THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP AND COOL DOWN Before proceeding, find your recumbent bike’s serial number and model name located below the side covers on the frame and enter it in the space provided below: SERIAL NUMBER AND MODEL NAME LOCATION: WARM UP The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up. The warm-up will limber your muscles and prepare them for more strenuous exercise.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 6 CONGRATULATIONS! on choosing a Elite Series recumbent bike. You’ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals. Regular use of your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike can improve the quality of your life in so many ways.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 5 WEEKLY LOG SHEET OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR HORIZON FITNESS RECUMBENT BIKE ! CAUTION CAUTION! • If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing. • Do not turn pedals by hand. • Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of the recumbent bike. • Make sure handlebars are secure before each use.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MONTHLY LOG SHEET SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed. Read all instructions before using this exercise product. WARNING WARNING! To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons: • Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this Owner's guide.
elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd 10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 3 LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY FRAME - LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of the original owner. BRAKE - LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the brake against defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of the original owner.
10/13/2003 11:49 AM Page 1 HORIZON FITNESS 800 BURTON BOULEVARD DEFOREST, WISCONSIN 53532 phone 1.888.993.3199 fax 1.608.842.1660 www.horizonfitness.com Rev. 1.1 RECUMBENT BIKE elite series recumbent owner’s guidev1.1.qxd ELITE 2.0R ELITE 3.
