Fitness Cycle Owner’s Manual “It All Starts With a Vision” FC2
Congratulations on choosing a Vision Fitness Cycle. You’ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your Vision Fitness Cycle is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals. Regular use of your Vision Fitness Cycle can improve the quality of your life in so many ways.
ABOUT HOME EXERCISE Your Vision Fitness Cycle is the ideal choice to help you maintain year round fitness. You can use your Vision Fitness Cycle as the core of your exercise program, or as a supplement to other fitness activities. Many people will ride their bikes, hike, or swim in the more pleasant months, only to lose their improved fitness with the arrival of inclement weather.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PART 1 FEATURES & BENEFITS Semi-Recumbents . . . . .page 4-5 Upright Cycles . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7 Dual Action Cycles . . . . . . . . .8-9 Synchronized Arm & Leg . .10 Pedal Cadence . . . . . . . . .10 Upper Body Toning . . . . . .11 Upper Body Only Exercise .11 PART 2 GETTING STARTED Safety Tips. . . . . . . . . . .page 12 Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Moving Your Vision Fitness Cycle .13 Leveling the Feet. . . . . . . . . . .
Two Piece Seat Semi-Recumbent Positioning Enclosed Casing Magnetic Resistance Foot Levelers 4 PART 1 Vision Fitness Semi-Recumbents Front Wheels
SEMI-RECUMBENT FEATURES & BENEFITS Semi-Recumbent Positioning • Easy on and off. • Uses gluteus, hamstring, and quadriceps muscles. COMFORT ARC™ Two Piece Seat • Lumbar support for lower back comfort. • Bottom seat cushion uses cutaway design for free rotation of legs. • Fore and aft bottom seat cushion positions. Magnetic Resistance • No wearing contact parts. • Reliable and durable. • Smooth feel. • Noise free. Belt Drive • Near silent pedaling. • Long Lasting Enclosed Casing • Improves safety.
Ergonomic Handlebar Design Wide Padded Saddle Magnetic Resistance Enclosed Casing Front Wheels Foot Levelers 6 PART 1 Vision Fitness Uprights
UPRIGHT FEATURES & BENEFITS Classic Cycling Positioning • Ideal for training for outdoor cycling. COMFORT ARC™ Upright Seat • Wide rear anatomic padding for maximum comfort. • Nose cutaway to reduce pressure on soft tissue area. Ergonomic Handlebar Design • Numerous comfortable hand positions. • Upright or drop positioning. Magnetic Resistance • No wearing contact parts. • Reliable and durable. • Smooth feel. • Noise free. Belt Drive • Near silent pedaling. • Long Lasting Enclosed Casing • Improves safety.
Dual Action Handlebar Design Wide Padded Saddle Enclosed Casing Foot Levelers 8 PART 1 Vision Fitness Dual Action Magnetic Resistance Front Wheels
DUAL ACTION FEATURES & BENEFITS Dual Action Handlebar Design • Synchronized arm and leg action. • Total body muscle toning. • Superior cardiovascular workout. COMFORT ARC™ Upright Seat • Wide rear anatomic padding for maximum comfort. • Nose cutaway to reduce pressure on soft tissue area. Magnetic Resistance • No wearing contact parts. • Reliable and durable. • Smooth feel. • Much quieter than air resistance bikes. Wide Range of Resistance Levels • Allows for proper warm up and cool down.
TOTAL BODY WORKOUT ON DUAL ACTION BIKE By combining upper and lower body exercise in one machine, you get total body benefits from every workout. Because you're spreading the workload over all your major muscle groups, you can workout at higher intensities without fatiguing any one particular muscle. And by keeping all your muscles working aerobically (oxygen burning), your body will burn fat cells up to 25% more efficiently compared to other types of exercise.
Upper Body Toning The total body workout of a dual action bike also helps tone your arm, shoulder, chest, and back muscles at the same time you enjoy the benefits of a superior aerobic exercise. You can focus the toning benefit on either your triceps (outer arm) and shoulder muscles or your biceps and chest muscles simply by changing your grip on the handlebar. With your palm facing down on the grip, the toning benefit will be focused on the triceps and shoulders.
PART 2 - GETTING STARTED IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this Vision Fitness Cycle. (Note: Not all models use external power). WARNING! - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons: 1. Use this exercise bike for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. 2.
CLEANING • Clean with soap and water cleaners only. • Never use solvents on plastic parts. ASSEMBLY If you have elected to assemble this product yourself, for your safety please read and follow each of the steps in the enclosed assembly instructions. It is recommended, when possible, that assembly be performed by an authorized Vision Fitness dealer. If you have any questions regarding any part or function of your Fitness Cycle, contact your dealer.
ADJUSTING THE SEAT SEMI-RECUMBENT MODELS Proper Leg Position SEAT POSITION The seat is at the proper position if your knee is slightly bent when the pedal is in the furthest position. To reposition the seat, lift the quick release seat lever and slide the seat forward or back. (Loosen the knob on the model R2000). It is best to adjust the seat position while you are seated with your feet on the pedals. Lock the seat into position by pressing the quick release lever down.
UPRIGHT MODELS SEAT HEIGHT It is important for your comfort that the seat height be set properly. The seat is at the proper height if your knee is slightly bent when the pedal is in the lowest position. For your convenience, the holes on your seat post are numbered. To raise or lower the seat, first turn the inside knob counterclockwise 2 complete turns to loosen the locking feature. Then pull the outside knob out and raise or lower the seat post.
PART 3 - CONSOLES A. QUICK-SET™ PROGRAMMABLE CONSOLE (Models R2200, E3200) Your Vision Fitness computer console offers 48 different programs. These programs are designed to make each exercise session enjoyable while you make progress toward your personal fitness goal. Vision Console Computer SELECTING MILES OR KILOMETERS The programmable console comes preset for use in miles.
CHOOSING THE WORKOUT LEVEL The function light next to PROGRAM LEVEL will now begin to flash. The flashing number showing in the number screen indicates the current Program Level. Each Program has 8 different Levels to choose from, except for the Race Program which has 17 levels. You vary the Program Level by pressing either the UP or the DOWN arrow. The higher the number, the more difficult the Program will be.
ENTERING WEIGHT (Optional) The function light next to WEIGHT will now begin flashing. The flashing number showing in number screen is weight in pounds. By entering your weight, the calorie feedback calculations will be more accurate. You vary the weight input by pressing either the UP or the DOWN arrow. When your correct weight is showing in the numeric LED screen, press the ENTER button to review your selections or the START•STOP button to begin the program.
SPECIAL CONSOLE FEATURES (Models R2200, E3200) Manual Start If you wish to skip all programming steps, simply press START•STOP while all six program lights are flashing. The console will go to Manual Program, Level 3 and begin in count up mode. To change levels, press the UP or DOWN arrow. Easy Start Each Program has a ‘default’ Program Level. If a Program Level is not entered, then the Program will operate on Program Level 3.
TEN FEEDBACK FUNCTIONS Once a program has begun, you may use the SELECT button to view the data of your choice on the number screen. The light next to the function name indicates which data is currently displayed. The following functions can be viewed: DISPLAY DATA LOAD (Watts) SPEED AVERAGE SPEED RPM DISTANCE CALORIES CALORIES PER HOUR PROGRAM LEVEL TIME WEIGHT USE THIS FUNCTION TO: Evaluate your fitness progress over time. Compare your performance to simulated outdoor cycling speed.
PROGRAM DETAILS MOUNTAIN PROGRAM Preset Time: 24 Minutes Primary Fitness Goal: General conditioning Course Description: The Mountain Program simulates a gradual climb up a mountain grade with a quicker descent for the cool down phase. It is a good general conditioning program that strengthens your leg muscles and improves your cardiovascular system.
ROLLING PROGRAM Preset Time: 32 Minutes Primary Fitness Goal: Weight Maintenance Course Description: The Rolling Program simulates rolling terrain with slow and gradual changes. This is a lower intensity cardiovascular workout that is ideal for weight maintenance. WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM Preset Time: 48 Minutes Primary Fitness Goal: Weight Loss Course Description: With regular use, the Weight Loss Program is a powerful tool for weight loss.
RACE PROGRAM Preset Time: 24 Minutes Primary Fitness Goal: Improve Cycling Performance Course Description: The Race Program is one of the most exciting and challenging programs on your Vision Fitness Cycle. It’s a great motivating program for competitive individuals. With the Race Program, you compete with the computer pacer across the length of the profile screen. The pacer moves across the screen at a rate that puts it at the finish line in exactly the time entered.
MANUAL PROGRAM Preset Time: None Primary Fitness Goal: Customized Workouts Course Description: The Manual Program allows you to choose your own load levels any time during the program, or simply to maintain a constant load level throughout your workout. When the UP or DOWN arrows are pressed during the manual program operation, the load level of the entire program changes.
HEART RATE CONTROL CONSOLE (Models R2200HRC, E3200HRC) Before proceeding, refer to instructions for programmable consoles on page 16. Console operation for the Heart Rate console is the same as for Programmable consoles except that the ‘Heart Rate Control’ program replaces the ‘Mountain’ program. The heart rate console on your Vision Fitness exercise bike includes both heart rate feedback and a heart rate control program.
HEART RATE CONTROL This console has an easy to operate heart rate control program that operates using the same sequence of steps as the other programs. The heart rate control program will take you through a warm-up phase, and gradually increase the resistance levels automatically until your actual heart rate is equal to your inputted target level (plus or minus five beats). During the last two segments of your workout, the resistance will be reduced gradually to allow your body a slow cool down period.
INDEXED CONSOLE (Models R2100, E4100, E3100) Your easy to use Vision Fitness Indexed compute console provides the information you need to monitor your progress toward your personal fitness goals. INSTALLING BATTERIES Your Vision Indexed console uses two size AA batteries. These batteries are located in a snap open battery compartment in the back of the console. If your Fitness Cycle batteries have not already been installed by your dealer, please install them now.
SELECTING SCREEN Use the SELECT SCREEN button to choose the feedback display in the lower console windows. You can choose to view SPEED and RPM or DISTANCE and CALORIES. The top two windows, TIME and WATTS, will not change. CHANGING RESISTANCE There are two ways to increase your workload. You can pedal faster, or your can turn the tension knob located in the center of your console. There are 8 preset positions numbered from 1 to 8.
6 FEEDBACK FUNCTIONS DISPLAY DATA USE THIS FUNCTION TO: TIME View the time remaining if the count down mode is used, or view the elapsed time if the count up mode is used. LOAD (Watts) Evaluate your fitness progress over time. SPEED Compare your performance to simulated outdoor cycling speed. DISTANCE Set personal goals for covering greater amounts of distance. You can log your distance as a motivational tool. RPM Improve cycling technique by maintaining consistent pedal RPM’s.
MANUAL CONSOLE (Models R2000, E3000) Your easy to use Vision Fitness Manual computer console provides the information you need to monitor your progress toward your personal fitness goals. INSTALLING BATTERIES Your Vision Fitness Manual console uses two size AA batteries. These batteries are located in a snap open battery compartment in the back of the console. If your Fitness Cycle batteries have not already been installed by your dealer, please install them now.
CHANGING RESISTANCE There are two ways to increase your workload. You can pedal faster, or you can turn the tension knob which is located below the console. During the warm up and cool down phase of your workout, use a lower setting to gradually warm up and cool down your muscles. PARTIAL RESET To reset time only, touch the HOLD TO RESET button. Time will return to ‘0:00’ and not delete the values in the other windows. FULL RESET To reset all the console values, press and hold the HOLD TO RESET button.
PART 4 DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM Stretch First Before using your Vision Fitness Cycle, it is best to spend a few minutes doing a few gentle stretching exercises. Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise related injury. Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion. Wall Push Wall Push Stand 1 1/2 feet from a wall and lean forward pushing against the wall with your palms. Keep your heels flat and hold this position for a count of 10.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES 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. If you have other goals such as weight or fat loss, you will achieve your goal faster with more frequent exercise. Whether it’s 3 days or 6 days, remember that your ultimate goal should be to make exercise a lifetime habit.
Target Heart Rate Zone The most common method for calculating your target heart rate is to first find your maximum heart rate. The standard formula for this is: 220—Your Age = Maximum heart rate. You do not want to workout at your maximum heart rate, you want to workout in your Target Heart Rate Zone. Your Target Heart Rate Zone is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. The American Heart Association recommends working out at a Target Heart Rate Zone of between 60% and 75% of your maximum heart rate.
ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to determine your goals. Is your primary goal for exercising on your Vision Fitness Cycle to lose weight? Improve muscle tone? Burn stress? Prepare for the spring racing schedule? Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise program.
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COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS Are the sounds my bike makes normal? Our 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. However, because the resistance system itself is so quiet, you will occasionally hear some slight mechanical noises. Unlike older, louder technologies, there are no fans, friction belts, or alternator noises to mask these sounds on our bikes.
What kind of routine maintenance is required? We use sealed bearings throughout our bike so lubrication is not needed. The most important maintenance step is to simply wipe your perspiration off the bike after each use. Will the magnets wear out over time? No, we use permanent magnets that will retain their braking force indefinitely in this application. One of the big advantages of a magnetic brake is its long life since there is no physical contact between the flywheel and the magnet surface.
FURTHER READING ON FITNESS ACSM Fitness Book American College of Sport Medicine Leisure Press Exercise and Your Heart Pamphlet by the American Heart Association See your local American Heart Association Office The New Fit or Fat Covert Bailey Houghton Mifflin Company Fit or Fat for the 90’s A 60 Minute Video Covert Bailey Pacific Arts The Aerobics Program for Total Well Being Kenneth H.
WARRANTIES FOR MODELS R2000, R2100, R2200HRC, E3000, E3100, E3200HRC, E4100 LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY VISION FITNESS extends the following exclusive, limited warranty, which shall apply only to the use of the device in the home, for residential, non-commercial purposes only. Any other use of the device shall void this warranty.
WARRANTIES FOR MODELS R2600HRC & E3600HRC LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY VISION FITNESS extends the following exclusive, limited warranty, which shall apply only to the use of the device in the home, for residential, non-commercial purposes only. Any other use of the device shall void this warranty.
