Z100 / Z300 Z500 EL 3 Elliptical Z700 EL 5 Elliptical OWNER’S MANUAL PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR NEW ELLIPTICAL!
Table of Contents Product Registration . .2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Important Electrical Information 4 Important Operation Instructions ..4 Assembly Instructions .5 Features ..18 Operation of Your New Elliptical ..19 Maintenance 37 Manufacturer s Limited Warranty .
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW ELLIPTICAL AND WELCOME TO THE SPIRIT FAMILY! Thank you for your purchase of this quality elliptical trainer from Spirit Manufacturing, Inc. Your new elliptical was manufactured by one of the leading fitness manufacturers in the world and is backed by one of the most comprehensive warranties available. Through your dealer, Spirit will do all we can to make your ownership experience as pleasant as possible for many years to come.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING - Read all instructions before using this appliance. Do not operate the elliptical on deeply padded, plush or shag carpet. Damage to both the carpet and elliptical may result. Set the elliptical up on a hard, even surface. Keep children away from the elliptical. There are obvious pinch points and other caution areas that can cause harm. Keep hands away from all moving parts. Never operate the elliptical if it has a damaged cord or plug.
Important Electrical Information WARNING! NEVER remove any cover without first disconnecting AC power supply. If A.C. voltage varies by ten percent (10%) or more, the performance of your elliptical may be affected. Such conditions are not covered under your warranty. If you suspect the voltage is low, contact your local power company or a licensed electrician for proper testing. NEVER expose this elliptical to rain or moisture.
Assembly Pack Check List (EL3) Step 1 3/8" x 19 x 1.
Step 3 3/8" x 35 x 2.0T Flat Washer (2 pcs) 25 Wave Washer (2 pcs) 3.5x12m/m Self Tapping Screw (6 pcs) 3/8" x 5/8" Hex Head Bolt (2 pcs) Step 4 3.5x12m/m Self Tapping Screw (2pcs) 5/16" x 18x 1.
Tools Phillips Head Screw Driver (1 pc) Short Screw Driver (1 pc) 12m/m Wrench ( 2pcs) 13/14m/m Wrench ( 1pc) 7 EL3 /EL5 Elliptical
Assembly Pack Check List (EL5) Step 1 3/8" x 23 x 2T Curved Washer (4pcs) 3/8" x 19 x 1.
Step 3 25 Wave Washer (2 pcs) 3/8" x 35 x 2.0T Flat Washer (2 pcs) 3.5x12m/m Self Tapping Screw (6 pcs) 3/8" x 5/8" Hex Head Screw (2 pcs) Step 4 3.5x12m/m Self Tapping Screw (2pcs) 5/16" x 18x 1.
Tools Phillips Head Screw Driver (1 pc) Short Screw Driver (1 pc) 12m/m Wrench (2pcs) 13/14m/m Wrench (1pc) 10 EL3 /EL5 Elliptical
Assembly Instructions UNPACKING THE UNIT 1. Using a razor knife (Box Cutter) cut the outside, bottom, edge of box along the dotted Line. Lift Box over the unit and unpack. 2. Carefully remove all parts from carton and inspect for any damage or missing parts. If damaged parts are found, or parts are missing, contact your dealer immediately. 3. Locate the hardware package. The hardware is separated into steps. Remove the tools first. Remove the hardware for each step as needed to avoid confusion.
5. Put the flat washer onto the 2-1/4 bolt and the two curved washers onto the two 3/4 bolts. Install, and hand tighten, the 2-1/4 bolt through the left side of the receiving tube into the console mast. NOTE: There is a wire running through the tube. Be careful not to damage or pinch this wire during this procedure. Damage to the electronic console could result. Install, and hand tighten, the two 1 bolts through the front of the receiving tube into the console mast. 6.
4. Holding the axle (removed in step 2) in one hand, and the foot pad in the other, line up the large hole in the side of the bracket (under the foot pad) with the hole in the bushing housing and insert the axle all the way until the washer is flush against the bracket. You may have to wiggle the axle while moving the footpad slightly to get the axle to go in. 5. Take the bolt that you removed from the axle in step 2 AND INSTALL THE NEW ANTI-ROTATION BRACKET, then thread it into the hole in the axle.
Assembly Drawing (EL3) STEP 1 &2 14 EL3 /EL5 Elliptical
STEP 3 &4 15 EL3 /EL5 Elliptical
Assembly Drawing (EL5) STEP 1 & 2 16 EL3 /EL5 Elliptical
STEP 3 & 4 17 EL3 /EL5 Elliptical
Features Adjustable foot pedals (EL5 only), and orthopedically correct foot pads. Through research performed with a leading sports scientist and physical rehabilitation expert, Spirit engineering has developed a breakthrough in pedal design. No other elliptical, at any price, offers these unique features. The history of elliptical use over the past few years tells us that many users suffer from numb toes while working out on elliptical trainers.
Operation of Your Elliptical Getting familiar with the EL3 control panel Power up The Elliptical is supplied with an external power supply. When power is connected to the Elliptical, the console will automatically power up. If there is no input to the console for 20 minutes the console will go to stand-by mode. In stand-by mode the console display will turn off. To turn the console on press any key. When initially powered on the console will perform an internal self-test.
Console Operation Quick Start mode This is the quickest way to start a workout. After the console powers up you just press the Start key to begin, this will initiate the Quick Start mode. In Quick Start the Time will count up from zero and the workload may be adjusted manually by pressing the Up or Down button. The dot matrix display will show a 1/4-mile track with a lap counter in the center to monitor your progress.
Entering a program/Changing Settings Use the Up or Down key to scroll through the program selections. The profile for each program will be displayed in the dot matrix window. Press the enter key to select a program and begin customizing the settings. If you want to workout without entering new settings then just press the Start key. This will bypass the programming of data and take you directly to the start of your workout.
The Programs HILL The Hill program simulates going up and down a hill. The resistance in the pedals will steadily increase and then decrease during the program. To start the Hill program follow the instructions below or just select the Hill program then the Enter button and follow the directions in the message window. 1. Select the Hill program then press the Enter key. 2. The message window will ask you to enter your Weight.
7. If you want to increase or decrease the workload at any time during the program press the Up or Down key. This will only affect the workload for the present position in the profile. When the profile changes to the next column it will return to the preset work level. 8. During the Fat Burn program you will be able to scroll through the data in the message window by pressing the Display key. 9. When the program ends the message window will show a summary of your workout.
6. 7. 8. 9. experience during the program. Adjust the level and then press enter. Now you are finished editing the settings and can begin your workout by pressing the Start key. You can also go back and modify your settings by pressing the Stop key to go back one level, or screen. If you want to increase or decrease the workload at any time during the program press the Up or Down key. This will only affect the workload for the present position in the profile.
5. Now the first column will be blinking and you are asked to adjust the level for the first segment of the workout. When you finish adjusting the first segment, or if you don t want to change, then press enter to continue to the next segment. 6. The next segment will show the same level as the previously adjusted segment. Repeat the same process as the last segment then press enter. Continue this process until all twenty segments have been set. 7.
Getting familiar with the EL5 control panel Console Operation Quick Start This is the quickest way to start a workout. After the console powers up you just press the Start key to begin, this will initiate the Quick Start mode. In Quick Start the Time will count up from zero and the workload may be adjusted manually by pressing the Up or Down buttons. The dot matrix display will have only the bottom row lit at first. As you increase the work load more rows will light indicating a harder workout.
program will Pause the program for 5 minutes. If you need to get a drink, answer the phone or any of the many things that could interrupt your workout, this is a great feature. To resume your workout during Pause just press the Start key. If the Stop/Reset button is pressed twice during a workout the program will end and the console will return to the start up screen. If the Stop/Reset key is held down for 3 seconds the console will perform a complete Reset.
Weight the first time you use the Elliptical you will not have to enter it every time you work out unless either your Age or Weight changes or someone else enters a different Age and Weight. Manual The Manual program works as the name implies; manually. This means that you control the workload yourself and not the computer. To start the Manual program follow the instructions below or just press the Manual button then the Enter button and follow the directions in the message window. 9.
12. You are now asked to enter your Weight. You may adjust the Weight number using the Up and Down keys or the numeric key pad, then press enter to continue. 13. Next is Time. You may adjust the Time and press enter to continue. 14. Now you are asked to adjust the Max Level. This is the peak exertion level you will experience during the program, at the top of the hill. The factory setting is level seven. Adjust the level and then press enter. 15.
Cardio The Cardio program is designed to increase your Cardio vascular function. This is, simply said, exercise for your heart and lungs. It will build up your heart muscle and increase blood flow and lung capacity. This is achieved by incorporating a higher level of exertion with slight fluctuations in work. To start the Cardio program follow the instructions below or just press the Cardio button then the Enter button and follow the directions in the message window. 10.
key. You can also go back and modify your settings by pressing the Enter key. NOTE: At any time during the editing of Data you can press the Stop key to go back one level, or screen. 16. If you want to increase or decrease the workload at any time during the program press the Up or Down key. This will only affect the workload for the present position in the profile. When the profile changes to the next column it will return to the preset work level. 17.
10. Press the User 1 or User 2 key. The message window will show a welcome message. If you had previously saved a program the message will contain your name. Then press the Enter key to begin programming. 11. When you press enter, the message window will show Name A , if there is no name saved. If the name David had been previously saved the message window will show Name David and the D will be blinking.
Heart Rate programs Before we get started, a word about Heart Rate: The old motto, no pain, no gain , is a myth that has been overpowered by the benefits of exercising comfortably. A great deal of this success has been promoted by the use of heart rate monitors. With the proper use of a heart rate monitor, many people find that their usual choice of exercise intensity was either too high or too low and exercise is much more enjoyable by maintaining their heart rate in the desired benefit range.
Rate of Perceived Exertion Heart rate is important but listening to your body also has a lot of advantages. There are more variables involved in how hard you should workout than just heart rate. Your stress level, physical health, emotional health, temperature, humidity, the time of day, the last time you ate and what you ate, all contribute to the intensity at which you should workout. If you listen to your body, it will tell you all of these things.
Using a Heart Rate Transmitter How to wear your wireless chest strap transmitter: 1. Attach the transmitter to the elastic strap using the locking parts. 2. Adjust the strap as tightly as possible as long as the strap is not too tight to remain comfortable. 3. Position the transmitter with the POLAR logo centered in the middle of your body facing away from your chest (some people must position the transmitter slightly left of center).
Heart Rate Control Program 1 & 2 (HR 1, HR 2) operation Both programs operate the same, the only difference is that HR 1 is set to 60% and HR 2 is set to 80% of maximum heart rate. They both are programmed the same way. To start the HR 1 or HR 2 programs follow the instructions below or just press the HR 1 or HR 2 button then the Enter button and follow the directions in the message window. 1. Press the HR 1 or HR 2 key then press the Enter key. 2. The message window will ask you to enter your Age.
Maintenance: 1. Wipe down all areas in the sweat path with a damp cloth after each workout. 2. If a squeak, thump, clicking or rough feeling develops the main cause is most likely one of two reasons: i. The hardware was not sufficiently tightened during assembly. All bolts that were installed during assembly need to be tightened as much as possible. It may be necessary to use a larger wrench than the one provided if you cannot tighten the bolts sufficiently.
Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty Effective January 1, 2007 ELLIPTICAL WARRANTY Spirit Manufacturing Inc. warrants all its elliptical parts, for a period of time listed below, from the date of retail sale, as determined by sale receipt, or in the absence of a sales receipt eighteen (18) months from the original factory shipping date, whichever comes first.