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ELLIPTICAL USER'S GUIDE

CONGRATULATIONS
and THANKYOUforyourpurchaseof this HorizonSerieselliptical!
Whether your goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fufler, healthier fifestyle, a Horizon Series efliptical
can help you attain it- adding club-quafity performance to your at-home workouts, with the ergonomics
and innovative features you need to get stronger and healthier, faster. Because we're committed to
designing fitness equipment from the inside out, we use only the highest quality components. It's a
commitment we back with one of the strongest frame-to-brake warranty packages in the industry.

Youwant exerciseequipment that offers the most comfort, the best reliability and the highest quality
in its class.
TheHorizonSeries delivers.

Important

Precautions

4
5

Assembly
Before You Begin

Elliptical

Operation

Conditioning Guidelines

Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Limited Warranty

CONTACTINFORMATION

Back Panel

SAVETHESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions

before using this elliptical.

When using an electrical product, basic precautions

should always be followed, including the following- Read aft instructions before using this elliptical It is the
responsibility of the owner to ensure that aft users of this elliptical are adequately informed of aft warnings
and precautions. If you have any questions after reading this manual, contact Customer TechSupport at the
number listed on the back panel of this manual

• If you experience any kind of pain, including, but not limited to chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or
shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.
• Maintain a comfortable pace. Do not sprint above 80 rpms on this machine.
• Tomaintain balance, it is recommended to keep a grip on the handlebars while exercising, mounting or
dismounting the machine.
• Do not wear clothes that might catch on any part of the elliptical
• Do not turn pedal arms by hand.
• Make sure handlebars are secure before each use.
• Do not insert or drop any object into any opening.
• Unplug elliptical before moving or cleaning it. Toclean, wipe surfaces down with soap and slightly damp
cloth only, never use solvents. (See MAINTENANCE)
• This elliptical should not be used by persons weighing more than 250 pounds. Failure to comply will void
the warranty.
• This elliptical is intended for in-home use only. Do not use this efliptical in any commercial, rental, school
or institutional setting. Failure to comply will void the warranty.
• Do not use a elliptical in any location that is not temperature controlled, such as, but not limited
to garages, porches, pool rooms, bathrooms, car ports or outdoors. Failure to comply may void the
warranty.
• Use the efliptical only as described in this manual
• Keep the topside of the foot support clean and dry.
• Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment. Before mounting or dismounting,
move the pedal on the mounting or dismounting side to its lowest position and bring the machine to a
complete stop.
• Disconnect all power before servicing the equipment.

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i lt is essential that your e/lipticai is used only indoors, in a Climate controlled roomi lf your eilipficai has been
i exposed to coider tem_eraiures o_ high mo;sture Climates, it i s strongly recomme_ded that the ellipficai
warmed uP tO r°°m temperatu re before first time use. Failure to do SO may cause Premature electronic fai!ure.

IMPORTANT..
READTHESESAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
BEFOREUSE!

Thereareseveralareasduring the assemblyprocessof a elfipfical that specialattention must bepaid. It is
veryimportant to follow the assemblyinstructions correctlyand to make sureaft parts are firmly tightened.
If the assemblyinstructions are not followed correctly, the elliptical could have frame ,oaRsthat are not
tightened and will seemloose and may cause irritating noises. Toprevent damage to the eflipticaL the
assemblyinstructions must bereviewedand correctiveactions should be taken.

UNPACKING
Unpackthe product whereyou will be using it. Placethe product ona level flat surface. It is recommended
that you place a protective covering onyour floor. During each assemblystep, ensure that ALL nuts and
bolts are in place and partially threadedin beforecompletelytightening any ONEbolt.
NOTE:A light application of grease may aid in the installation of hardware.Any grease,such as lithium
bikegreaseis recommended.

Befo_
p_oceed_.g,
_ayo,_
ei_/'_ ¸¸seMi
.,mber

;

i iocated on the front stabilizer tube and enter it in the
i space provided below. Also locate the model name[
is located on the side coverbadge.
i

ENTERYOURSERIALNUMBERAND
i

[

MOOEL INTHE
BOXES
BEL
0W:
MODELNAME:

E
I
* Referto the SERIALNUMBERand MODELNAMEwhencalfing for service.
* Alsoenter this serial numberonyour WarrantyCard.

CONSOLE

UPPERHANDLEBAR
GRIPPULSE
HANDLE
BARCOVER

WATER
BOTTLE
HOLDER

MAINFRAME

CONSOLE
MAST
LOWER
HANDLEBAR
TOPCOVER
LOWER
LINKARM
PIVOTING
FOOT
PAD--

ELBOW
COVER
FRONT
STABILIZER
COVER

PEDALARM

WHEELCOVER--

[]

5ramAllen Wrench

[]

1 Console

[]

2 EIbowCoverSets

[]

6ramAllen Wrench

[]

1 ConsoleMast

[]

2 FrontStabilizer Covers

[]

Phillips ScrewDriver

[]

1 FrontStabilizer Tube []

2 HandleBar CoverSets

[]

13/15mm Flat Wrench

[]

2 UpperHandlebars

1 WaterBottle Holder

[]

2 LowerHandlebars

[]

2 LowerLink/Pivoting FootPads

[]

2 TopCovers

[]

1 HORIZON
FITNESS

[]

12- VoltPowerAdapter
[]

4 HardwareBags

have
questionsorifthere
arean missingpa
co"tact
c,stomer
s, Tech
Suppo .
contact information is locaied onthe backpane! o! this manuaI.
Fora completeexplodeddiagram, visit us at www.horizonfitness.com

BOLT
(A)
20ram
Qty:2

SPRINGWASHER(B)
18mm

FLATWASHER(C)
20ram

Qty:2

SCREW
(M)
Qty:4

MAINFRAME

REARSTABILIZER

_BOLT_A)
÷ _ SRR,NO
WAS,ER
_B)
_

FLATWASHER
(C)

A)OpenHARDWARE
BAGFORSTEP1.
B) Attachthe FRONTSTABILIZER
TUBEto the MAINFRAMEusing 2 BOLTS
(A), 2 SPRINGWASHERS
(B) and 2
FLATWASHERS
(C).
C) Attach FRONTSTABILIZER
COVERS
using 4 SCREWS(M).

CO,SOLEOAS

A) OpenHARDWARE
BAGFORSTEP2.
B) Carefullypull the CONSOLE
CABLES
throughthe CONSOLE
MASTusing the twist tie locatedinsidethe
CONSOLE
MAST.
C) Attachthe CONSOLE
MASTto the MAINFRAMEusing 4 BOLTS
(A), 4 SPRINGWASHERS
(B) and 4 FLAT
WASHERS
(C).
D) Insertthe TOPFRONTCOVER,
followed bythe TOPBACKCOVERand snap them together.
E)Slide CONSOLE
MASTBOOTdownto sealthe consolemast hole.
DONOTPINCHWIRES!

BOLT
(A)
20mm
Qty:4

SPRING
WASHER(B) /
18mm
Qty:4

FLAT
WASHER
(C)
20 mm
Qty:4

UPPERHANDLEBAR

NOTCH_y.
"_-L_
......
~ _

PRE-ATTACHED
SETSCREWS

PRE-ATTACHED
BOLT& WASHER

UPPER
HANDLEBAR
BACK
HANDLEBAR
COVER

HANDLEBAR

LOWER
HANDLEBAR

NOTE:Thereis NOhardwarebag for this step. All hardwareis pre-installed.
A) RemovePRE-ATTACHED
BOLT& WASHERS
from CONSOLE
MAST.
B) Slide LOWER
HANDLEBARS
onto CONSOLE
MASTand attach by re-insertingPRE-ATTACHED
BOLT& WASHERS.
44_

C) Slide UPPERHANDLEBARS
onto LOWER
HANDLEBARS
and align NOTCHwith TABmaking sure handlebarsare
joinedtogether completely.SecureUPPERHANDLEBARS
to LOWERHANDLEBARS
using PRE-ATTACHED
SET
SCREWS.
D) Snapthe front and backHANDLEBAR
COVERS
together ontothe UPPERHANDLE
BARS.
Notethe positionof the snap tabs on the coversbeforesnapping into_osition.
E) Repeaton other side.

BOLT(J)

SPLIT
-TEFLONWASHER

SPLITTEFLON
WASHER
(H)

SPACER
(I)

i UBRACKET

LOWER
LINKARM

BOLT(J) _

_.,_@.

FLMWASHER
(K)

PEDAL
ARMS

A ) OpenHARDWARE
BAGFORSTEP4.
B)Align LOWERLINKARMwithU BRACKET.
CAUTION:
Becareful to keepthe LOWERLINKARMaligned with guide rail. Donot twist it to the leftor right
whilepositioning it on the U BRACKET.
C) SlideSPACER(I) through U BRACKET
and FOOTPLATE
TUBE.
D) InsertFLATWASHER
(K) and BOLT(J)into outsideend of FOOTPLATE
TUBE
E)Insert2 SPLITTEFLON
WASHERS
(H) on left and right sides of FOOTPLATETUBE& TightenBOLT(J).
F)Repeatonother side.

BOLT(J)
15 mm
Qty:2

FLAT
WASHER
(K)
35 mm
Qty:2

i LOWER
LINKARM

LOWER
I
HANULEBARi

LOWER
HANDLEBAR
\
GUIDERAIL

NUT(E)

BOLT(F)

......
_ SPACER(G)

LOWERLINKARM

TEFLONWASHERS
(H)

A) OpenHARDWARE
BAGFORSTEP5.
B) SlideSPACER(G) intoLOWERHANDLEBAR.
C) PlaceTEFLON
WASHERS
(H) on eitherside of SPACER
(G).Whileholding TEFLON
WASHERS
(H) slide LOWER
LINKARMintobottom endof LOWERHANDLEBAR.
D) InsertBOLT(F) intoLOWERHANDLEBAR
and secureusing NUT(E).
E)Attach the OUTSIDE
ELBOWCOVER
to elbowjoint using 1 SCREW(L).
F) Snapthe INSIDEELBOWCOVERontothe OUTSIDE
ELBOWCOVER.
Notethe positionof the snap tabs beforesnapping intoposition.
G)Repeaton other side.
INSIDE
ELBOW
COVER

LOWER
HANDLEBAR

OUTSIDE
ELBOW
COVER

T
SCREW
(L)
LOWER
LINKARM

BOLT(F)
60 mm
Qty:2

NUT(E)
INSIDEDIAMETER:
8 mm
Qty:2

44 mm
H SPACER(G)
Qty:2

TEFLON
WASHER
(H)
24 mm
Qty:4

CONSOLE
MAST

WATER
BOTTLE
HOLDER

PRE-ATTACHEO
SCREWS

NOTE:Thereis NOhardwarebag for this step.Allhardwareis pre-installed.
A)Attach WATERBOTTLE
CAGEto CONSOLE
MASTusing PREATTACHED
SCREWS.

SCREW
(L)
I

10 mm
Qty:2

NOTE:Thereis NOhardwarebagfor this
step.All hardwareis pre-installed.
A) Attach the CONSOLE
MASTwiresto the
CONSOLE
wires.

PRE-ATTACHED
SCREWS

CONSOLE
CONSOLE
MAST

B) Carefullytuck the CONSOLE
MASTwires
intothe CONSOLE
MASTbeforeattaching
the CONSOLE.
C)Attach CONSOLE
to the CONSOLE
MAST
using the 4 PRE-ATTACHED
SCREWS
(screwswill haveto beremovedfrom the
consolefirst).
O0NOTPINCHWIRES!

ACADAPTOR
INPUT

MOTE:
ee
_

not to pinch
any wireswhile
assembling
the mast. .........

ConnectAC ADAPTOR
to the AC ADAPTOR
INPUT,locatedat front of the main frame. Connect
ADAPTOR
toa poweroutlet.Locatethe ON/OFFswitchonthebackof the CONSOLE
Flip theswitch
to the ONposition.Aftera "beep",the CONSOLE
will turn on.

CONGRATULATIONS!
onchoosing
yourelliptical.
You've
taken
animportant
stepindeveloping
and
sustaining

an exercise program!

Your elliptical is a tremendously

effective tool for achieving your personal

fitness goals. Regular use of your elliptical can improve the quality of your life in so many ways.

HEREAREJUSTA FEWOFTHEHEALTH
BENEFITS
OFEXERCISE:
• Weight Loss
• A Healthier Heart
• Improved Muscle Tone
• Increased Daily Energy Levels
The key to reaping these benefits is to develop an exercise habit. Your new
i foot

elliptical wifl help you eliminate obstacles that prevent you from exercising.
Inclement weather and darkness won't interfere with your workout when you
use your elliptical in the comfort of your home. This guide provides you with
basic information for using and enjoying your new machine.
3 feet

LOCATION
OFTHEELLIPTICAL
Place the elliptical on a level surface. There should be 6 feet of clearance
behind the elliptical, 3 feet on each side and one foot in front for the power
cord (See diagram to the right). Do not place the efliptical in any area that
will block any vent or air openings. The elliptical should not be located in a
garage, covered patio, near water or outdoors.
6 feet

3 feet

POWER
Yourprogrammableelliptical is poweredby a powersupply. Thepowermust beplugged into the powerjack,
which is located in the front of the machine near the STABILIZER
TUBE.Makesure the consolepowerswitch is
in the ONposition. Note-Not aft units have an ON/OFFswitch on the console.

MOVING
Yourelliptical has a pair of transport wheelsbuilt
into the FRONTSTABILIZER
TUBE.Tomove,first
removethe powersupply and firmly grasp the
REARSTABILIZER
BAR,carefully tilt and roll. Note:
Besure to grab the bar and not the plastic cover.

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FOOTPOSITIONING
Yourelliptical offers a variety of foot positions. Movingyour foot to the forward most position of the foot pad
increasesyour step height, which will create a feelsimilar to a step machine.Placingyour foot towardthe back
of the foot pad decreasesyour step height and creates more of a gliding feel, similar to a smooth walk or run.
Yourelliptical also allows you to pedal both forward and backwards to offer a variation to your workoutand to
focus on other major leg musclegroups such as your hamstrings and calves.

I N S T R U C T IO N S

To Adjust

ToSelect
PROGRAM

/
/

Use; UP and DOWN
A_ow
To Advance press ENTER.

Keys.
_._

U_:

PROGRAM

UP and DOWN

ToAdv._ p_
_

Press START

SETTINGS
Arr_

Keys.

ENTER.

to begin p_og_am.

LEVEL

OMANUAL
WEIGHT LOSS
0

O R_ERSETRAIN
_1
CUSTOM 2
0

I,
OS,A.T
IIEN,ERJl
OS'OP
J
PA U S E

.e_oTo ._s_

Note: There is a thin protective sheet of clear plastic on the overlay of the console and should be removed.
A) MONITORDISPLAY..Start, Stop, Program Profile, Time, Level, Calories, Heart Rate, Distance, Speed.
D) _P/DDWN ARRDWKEY$-Used to adjust pro_ram setting values & resistance levels.
_) _ICK RE$1$TAN_EKEYS.Used to select/adjust your resistance settings.
D) ENTER.Used to select your program and program settings.
E) START/PAUSE. Press to start/pause your workout.
F) STOP-Press to end your workout. Hold for 3 seconds to reset the elliptical

:_ E_

I) Turnon Elliptical
2) PressSTARTbutton and begin exercising.
3) Programwill automaticallydefault to MANUAL(P]), the time will count up from 0:00, and
the resistancewill default to level 1.
4) Theresistancelevel can be adjusted during the workout.

PULSEGRIPS
Placethe palm of your hands directly on the grip pulse handlebars.Both hands must grip the bars for your
heart rate to register. It takes 5 consecutive heart beats (15-20 seconds) for your heart rate to register. When
gripping the pulse handlebars, do not grip tightly. Holding the grips tightly may elevate your blood pressure.
Keep a loose, cupping hold. Youmay experience an erratic readout if consistently holding the grip pulse
handlebars. Make sure to clean the pulse sensors to ensure proper contact can be maintained.

P1:MANUAL
Allowsyoutoadjust the resistanceleveltoyourpreference,withouta presetprogram.

P2:INTERVALS
Walkor run a series of alternating RESISTANCE
levels. Timebasedgoal with JOdifficulty levels to choosefrom

P3:ROLLING
Challengeswith differentcombinationsof RESISTANCE.
Time-basedgoal with 7 difficulty levelsto choosefrom.

P4: WEIGHT
LOSS
Challengeswith variouscombinations of hills and RESISTANCE.
Time-basedgoal with JOdifficulty levels to
choosefrom.

P5:REVERSE
TRAIN
Programcuesyou to pedal forward (F)and backwards (R) for an exciting and challenging workout
(RESISTANCE
levels). Time-basedgoal with 6 difficulty levels to choosefrom.

P6:RANDOM
Providesevenmore workoutvarietyby mixing upyour RESISTANCE
levels. Time-based
goal with 7 difficulty levels to choosefrom.

P7: CUSTOM
I
Designand storeyour own customexerciseprogram.

P8: CUSTOM
2
Design and store your own custom exercise program.

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Allows 'OnTheFly' manual RESISTANCE
changes, time-based goal.

Walk or run a series of alternating RESISTANCElevels. Time-based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose
from.
PROGRAM
SEGMENTS
- REPEAT
60

60
20

5
6

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1

'2'

2
2

Warmup and cool-downlast 4:00 minutes each

Challengeswith different comb&ations of RESISTANCE
Time-basedgoal with 7 difficulty levels to choosefrom.
PROGRAM
SEGMENTS
60

' 3

' 4

732

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Warm up and cool-down last 4:00 minutes each

Challengeswith variouscomb&ations of hills and valleysRESISTANCE
Time-basedgoal with 10 difficulty
levels to choosefrom.
PROGRAM
SEGMENTS
60

3 '

1 '

Warmup and cool-downlast 4:00 m&utes each

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30
F

Level
I

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Provideseven more workout variety by mixing upyour resistanceintervals RESISTANCE
levels). Time-based
goal with 7 difficulty levels to choosefrom.
PROGRAMSEGMENTS
60

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4 '

Warmup and cool-downlast 4:00 minutes each

I) ToselectCUSTOMPROGRAMpress up/down arrowkeysand pressENTER.
2) Set TIMEusing the up/downarrow keysand press ENTER.
• IF THEPROGRAM
IS PREVIOUSLY
STORED- Afteryou set the time and press START,the previously
stored program will begin.
3) Set weight using the up/down arrowkeysand press ENTER.Default weight begins and 150 Ibs.

4) Setthe RESISTANCE
PROFILESusing the up/downarrowkeysand pressENTERafter eachRESISTANCE
PROFILEis set to the desired level (repeat until all 15 segmentsare chosen).
*NOTE:if STOPis pressedit will takeyou back to previoussegment.
5) PressSTARTor ENTERto begin the program.
*NOTE:Toreset the memorypressand hold the ENTERbutton for 5 seconds.
(_iiii

ALWAYS
CONSULT
YOURPHYSICIAN
BEFORE
BEGINNING
ANEXERCISE
PROGRAM.

HOWOFTEN?
(Frequency
of Workouts)
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 wifl 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 fifetime habit. Many people are successful staying with a fitness program if they set aside a specific
time of day to exercise. It doesn't matter whether it's in the morning before breakfast, during lunch hour or while
watching the evening news. What's more important is that it's a time that allows you to keep a schedule, and a
time when you won't be interrupted. Tobe successful with your fitness program, you have to make it a priority in
your life. So decide on a time, puff out your day planner and pencil in your exercise times for the next month!

HOWLONG?
(Durationof Workouts)
For aerobic exercise benefits, it's recommended that you exercise from between 24 and 60 minutes per session.
But start slowly and gradually increase your exercise times. If you've been sedentary during the past year, it may
be a good idea to keep your exercise times to as little as five minutes initially. Your body will need time to adjust
to the new activity. If your goal is weight loss, a longer exercise session at lower intensities has been found to
be most effective. A workout time of 48 minutes or more is recommended for best weight loss results.

HOWHARD?
(Intensityof Workouts)
How hard you workout is also determined by your goals. If you use your machine to prepare for a 5K workout,
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. Aerobic exercise does not have to be painful to
be beneficial! There are two ways to measure your exercise intensity. The first is by monitoring your heart rate
using the grip pulse handlebars and the second is by evaluating your perceived exertion level (this is simpler
than it sounds!).

PERCEIVED
EXERTION
LEVEL
A simple way to gauge your exercise intensity is to evaluate your perceived exertion level. While exercising, if you
are too winded to maintain a conversation without gasping, you are working out too hard. A good rule of thumb
is to work to the point of exhilaration, not exhaustion. If you cannot catch your breath, it's time to slow down.
Always be aware of these warning signs of overexertion.

Whatis TargetHeartRateZone?
Target Heart Rate Zone tells you
the number of times per minute
your heart needs to beat to
achieve a desired workout effect.
It is represented as a percentage
of the maximum number of times
your heart can beat per minute.
Target Zone will vary for each
individual, dependin_ on age,
current level of conditioning,
and personal fitness _oals. The
American Heart Association
recommends working-out at a
Target Heart Rate Zone of between
60% and 75% of your maximum
heart rate. A beginner will want to
workout in the 60% range while
a more experienced exerciser will
want to workout in the 70-75%
range. See chart for reference.

EXAMPLE:
For a 42-year-old user: Find age alon_ the bottom of the chart (round to 40), follow a_e column up to
the target zone bar. Results: 60% of maximum Hear Rate = _08 Beats Per Minute, 75% of maximum
Heart Rate = _35 Beat Per Minute.

ALWAYS
CONSULT
YOURPHYSICIAN
BEFORE
BEGINNING
ANEXERCISE
PROGRAM.

STRETCH
FIRST
Before using your product, it is best to take a few minutes to do 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. Do not stretch to the point of pain. Make sure not to bounce while doing
these stretches.

I. STANDING
CALFMUSCLE
STRETCH
Stand near a wall with the toes of your left foot about iS" from the wall, and
the right foot about J2" behind the other foot. Lean forward, pushing against
the waft with your palms, t_eepyour heels flat and hold this position for a
count of J5 seconds. Make sure that you do not bounce while stretching.
Repeat on the other side.

2. STANDING
QUADRICEPS
STRETCH
Using a wall to provide balance, grasp your left ankle
with your left hand and hold your foot against the back
of your thigh for J5 seconds. Repeat with your right
ankle and hand.

3. SITTINGHAMSTRING
& LOWERBACKMUSCLE
STRETCH
Sit on the floor with your legs together and straight out in front of you. Do
not lock your knees. Extend your fingers towards your toes and hold for a
count of J5 seconds. Make sure that you do not bounce while stretching. Sit
upright again. Repeat one time.

WARMUP
The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to A_armingup. The warm-up will limber your
muscles and prepare them for more strenuous exercise. Make sure that vou warm-up on your product at a
slow pace. The warm up should gradually bring your heart rate into your Target Heart Rate Zone.

COOL
DOWN
Never stop exercising suddenly! A cool-down period of 3-5 minutes allows your heart to readjust to the
decreased demand. Make sure that your cool down period consists of a very slow pace to allow your heart
rate to lower. After the cool-down, repeat the stretching exercises listed above to loosen and relax your
muscles.

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 to lose weight? Improve muscle? Reduce stress? Prepare for the spring racing schedule?
Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise program. Below are some
commonexercisegoals:
•
•
•
•
•

WeightLoss- lower intensity, longer duration workouts
ImproveBodyShapeand Tone- interval workouts,alternate betweenhi and low intensities
IncreasedEnergyLevel- more frequent daily workouts
ImprovedSportsPerformance- high intensity workouts
ImprovedCardiovascularEndurance- moderateintensity, longer duration workouts

If possible try to define your personal goals in precise, measurable terms, and then putyour goals in writing.
The more specific you can be, the easier it will be to track your progress. If your goals are long term, divide
them up into monthly and weekly segments. Longer term goals can lose some of the immediate motivation
benefits. Short term goals are easier to achieve. Your console provides you with several readouts that can
be used to record your progress. Youcan track Distance, Calories or Time.

KEEPING
ANEXERCISE
DIARY
Tomake your personal exercise log book, photocopy the weekly and monthly log sheets, which are located
on the following pages, or you can print them off of your computer by going to:

www.horizonfitness,
com/ uifles/week!vlo pflf
,
www.horizonfitness,
com/ uides/monthlvIo pflf
,
As your fitness improves, you can look back and see how far you've come!

DAY

DATE

DISTANCE

CALORIES

TIME

COMMENTS

DISTANCE

CALORIES

TIME

COMMENTS

SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY

WEEKLY TOTALS :

DAY

DATE

SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY

WEEKLY TOTALS :

WEEK#
DAY

WEEKLYGOAL
DATE

SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY

WEEKLY TOTALS :

DISTANCE

CALORIES

TIME

COMMENTS

WEEK #

DIS TANCE

CALORIES

TIME

DIS TANCE

CALORIES

TIME

DISTANCE

CALORIES

TIME

MONTHLY TOTALS:

WEEK #

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YourHorizonSeries elliptical is designed to be reliable. However,if you do experienceproblems with your
elliptical, pleasereferencethe troubleshootingguide listed below.
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PROBLEM:
Theconsole doesnot turn on.
$OLITIOR: Verifythe following:
• Theoutlet the machine is plugged into is functional Doublecheck that the breaker has not tripped.
• Thecorrect adapter is being used. Onlyuse the adapterprovided or authorized by HorizonFitness.
• Theadapter is not pinched or damagedand is properlyplugged into the outlet ANDthe machine.
• Thepower switch is turned to the ONposition (may not apply to aft models).
• Turnoff the machine and unphlg power cord. Removethe console and check that aft connections to the console
are secure and not damaged or pinched.
NOTE:If your console uses batteries, they may need to be replaced.

PROBLEM:
Theconsole turns on but the fime/RPM'sdo not count.
SOLUTION:

Verifythe following:

• Turnoff machine and unplug power cord. Removethe console and check that aft connections to the console are
secure and not damaged or pinched.
• If doing the above does not fix the problem, the speed sensor and/or magnet may have become dislodged or
damaged.

PROBLEM:
Theresistance levels seem to be incorrect, seeming too hard or too easy.
$OL UTIOH,: Verifythe following:
• Thecorrect adapter is being used. Onlyuse the adapter provided or authorized by HorizonFitness.
• Reset the consoleand allow the resistance to reset to the default position. Restart and retry the resistance levels.

PROBLEM:
Theroller wheelsappear to be leaving particles on the guide rails.
SOLUTION: This is considerednormal wear of the elliptical wheels.
Toremove,simply wipe off the roller wheelsand guide rails with a damp cloth.

PROBLEM:
Theelliptical

makes a squeaking or chirping noise.

$OL UTIOH: Verifythe following:
• Theelliptical is on a level surface.
• Loosenaft bolts attached durmg the assemblyprocess, grease the threads, and tighten again.

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PROBLEM:
Thereis no heart

rate reading.

$OLUTZON: Remove the console and verify that the heart rate cables are attached properly, making
sure that the cables are securely inserted into the console.

YOUMAYEXPERIENCE
ANERRATIC
HEART
RATEREADOUT
UNDERTHEFOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
• Gripping the heart rate handlebars too tight. Try to maintain moderate pressure while holding onto the
heart rate handlebars.
• Constant movement and vibration due to constantly holding the heart rate grips while exercising.
• Whenyou are breathing heavily during a workout.
• Whenyour hands are constricted by wearing a ring.
• Whenyour hands are dry or cold. Trymoisteningyour palms or rubbing them together to warm.
• Anyone with heavy arrhythmia.
• Anyone with arteriosclerosis or peripheral circulation disorder.
• Anyone whose skin on the measuring palms is especially thick.

NOTE:Check your

exercise environment for sources of interference such as high power lines, large motors,

etc. Outside interference sources such as computers, motors and fluorescent lights may cause the heart rate
reading to be erratic.

If the above troubleshooting section does not remedy the problem, discontinue use and turn the power off.

The following information may be asked of you when you call Please have these items readily available:
• Model Name
• Serial Number
• Date of Purchase (receipt or credit card statement)
In order for Customer Tech Support to service your elliptical they may need to ask detailed questions about the
symptoms that are occurring. Some troubleshooting questions that may be asked are:
• How long has this problem been occurring?
• Does this problem occur with every use? With every user?
• If you are hearing a noise, does fl come from the front, back or inside? What kind of noise is it (thumping,
grinding, squeaking, chirping etc.)?
• If you are having a resistance problem what is occurring? Is the resistance always too hard or too easy?
Does the resistance respond when pushing the buttons on the console? Does the resistance constantly cycle
through the levels during the workout?
• Has the machine been maintained per the maintenance schedule?
• Does the problem occur when using the handlebars? Without using the handlebars?

Answeringtheseand other questions will give the techniciansthe ability to sendproper replacementparts and
the servicenecessaryto get you and your HorizonFitnesselliptical running again!

ARETHESOUNDS
MYELLIPTICAL
MAKES
NORMAL?
Our ellipticals are some of the quietest available because they use belt drives and friction free magnetic
resistance. Weuse the highest grade bearings and belts to minimize noise. However, because the resistance
system itself is so quiet, you wifl occasionally hear other slight mechanical noises. Unlike older, louder
technologies, there are no fans, friction belts, or alternator noises to mask these sounds on our ellipticals.
These mechanical noises, which may or may not be intermittent, are normal and are caused by the transfer
of significant amounts of energy to a rapidly spinning flywheel Aft bearings, belts and other rotating parts
will generate some noise which wifl transmit through the casing and frame. It is also normal for these
sounds to change slightly during a workout and over time because of thermal expansion of the parts.

WHYIS THEELLIPTICAL
I HADDELIVERED
LOUDER
THANTHEONEATTHESTORE?
All fitness products seem quieter in a large store showroom because there is generally more background
noise than in your home. Also, there will be less reverberation on a carpeted concrete floor than on a wood
overlay floor. Sometimes a heavy rubber mat will help reduce reverberation through the floor. If a fitness
product is placed close to a wall, there will be more reflected noise.

HOWLONGWILLTHEDRIVEBELTLAST?
The computer modeling we have done indicated virtually thousands of maintenance free hours. Belts are
now commonly used in far more demanding applications such as motorcycle drives.

CANI MOVETHETRAINER
EASILY
ONCEIT ISASSEMBLED?
Your elliptical has a pair of transport wheels built into the front legs. It is easy to move your elliptical by
rolling it on the front transport wheels. It is important that you place your elliptical in a comfortable and
in viting room. Your efliptical is designed to use minimal floor space. Many people will place their eflipticals
facing the TVor a picture window. If at aft possible, avoid putting your elliptical in a unfinished basement.
Tomake exercise a desirable daily activity for you, the elliptical should be in a comfortable setting.

CANI PEDALBACKWARDS
ONMYELLIPTICAL?
Your elliptical allows you to pedal both forward and backwards to exercise and strengthen a wider range
of muscles.

WHATKINDOFROUTINE
MAINTENANCE
IS REQUIRED?
We use sealed bearings throughout our ellipticals

so lubrication

is not needed. The most important

maintenance steps are to tighten aft assembly bolts and simply wipe your perspiration off the trainer after
each use.

HOWDOI CLEANMYELLIPTICAL?
Clean with soap and water cleaners only. Never use solvents on plastic parts.

Cleanliness of your elliptical and its operating environment will keep maintenance problems
and service calls to a minimum. Forthis reason,HorizonFitness recommendsthat the following
preventivemaintenanceschedulebe followed.

AFTEREACHUSE(DALLY)
• Turn off the elliptical by unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Wipe down the efliptical

with a damp cloth. Never use solvents, as they can cause damage

to the eflipticaL
• Inspect the power cord. If the power cord is damaged, contact Horizon Fitness.
• Make sure the power cord is not underneath the elliptical or in any other area where it can become
pinched or cut.

WEEKLY
Clean underneath the elliptical, following these steps:
• Turn off the efliptical
• Move the efliptical to a remote location.
• Wipe or vacuum any dust particles or other objects that may have accumulated underneath the
elliptical.
• Return the elliptical to its previous position.

EVERYMONTH
• Inspect all assembly bolts and pedals on the machine for proper tightness.
• Clean any debris off of the pedal arm wheels and guide rails.

WEIGHT
CAPACITY
= 250 Ibs.

EXCLUSIONS
ANDLIMITATIONS

FRAME• LIFETIME
HorizonFitness warrants the frame

Whois covered:
• Theoriginal ownerand is not transferable.

against defects in workmanship and
materials for the lifetime of the original
owner (The frame is defined as the
weldedmetal base of the unit and

What IScovered:
• Repair or replacementof a defective motor,electroniccomponent,or defective
part and is the sole remedyof the warranty

does not include any parts that can be
removed.)

What ISNOTcovered:

BRAKE• 20 YEARS
HorizonFitness warrants the brake
against defects in workmanship and
materials for the period of twenty years
of the original owner
ELECTRONICS
& PARTS• I YEAR
HorizonFitness warrants the electronic
components and all original parts for
a period ofoneyear from the date
of original purchase, so long as the
device remains in the possession of the
original owner
LABOR• I YEAR
HorizonFitness shall cover the labor
cost for the repair of the device for
a period ofoneyear from the date of
the original purchase, so long as the
device remains in the possession of the
original owner

EXCLUSIONS
ANDLIMITATIONS
WhoIScovered:
• Theoriginal ownerand is not
transferable.
WhatIScovered:
• Repair or replacementof a defective
motor,electroniccomponent,or defective
part and is the sole remedyof the
warranty.

• Normal wearand tear,improper assemblyor maintenance,or installation of
parts or accessoriesnot originally intended or compatible with the equipment
as sold.
• Damageor failure clueto accident, abuse,corrosion,discolorationof paint
or plastic, neglect, theft, vandalism,fire, flood, wind, lightning, freezing,or
other natural disasters of any kind, powerreduction, fluctuation or failure from
whatevercause,unusual atmosphericconditions,collision, introductionof
foreignobjectsinto the coveredunit, or modifications that are unauthorizedor
not recommendedbyHorizonFitness.
• Incidental or consequentialdamages.HorizonFitnessis not responsible
or liable for indirect, special or consequentialdamages, economicloss,
loss of property,or profits, lossof enjoymentor use, or otherconsequential
damages of whatsoevernature in connectionwith the purchase, use,repair or
maintenanceof the producL
• Equipmentused for commercialpurposesor any useother than a single family
or Household,unless endorsedbyHorizonFitness for coverage.
• Equipmentowneror operatedoutside the US and Canada.
• Defive_ assembly,installation, setup for original or replacementunits or labor
or othercosts associatedwith removal or replacementof the covereduniL
• Anyattempt to repair this equipmentcreatesa risk of injury,HorizonFitness
is not responsibleor liable for any damage, lossor liability arising from any
personalinjury incurred during the courseof, or as a result of any repair
or attempted repair of your fitness equipmentby otherthan an authorized
servicetechnician. Aft repairs attempted byyou onyour fitness equipmentare
undertakenATYOUROWNRISKand HorizonFitnessshall have no liability for
any injury to the personor propertyarising from such repairs.

SERVICE/RETURNS
• In-homeserviceis avai/ab/e within ]50 miles of the nearestauthorizedrepair
center (Mileagebeyond]50 miles from an authorizedservicecenteris the
responsibilityof the consumer).
• AIIreturns must be pre-authorizeflbyHorizon Fitness.
• Horizon Fitness' obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing or
repairing, at HorizonFitness' option, the same or comparablemodel at oneof
its authorizedservicecenters.
• A HorizonFitness authorizedservicecentermust receiveall equipmentfor which
a warranty claim is made. This equipment must be received with all freight
and other transportation charges prepaid, accompaniedby sufficient proof of
purchase.
• Replacementunits, parts and electronic componentsreconditioned to As-new
Condition by Horizon Fitness or its vendorsmay sometimes be supplied as
warrantyreplacementand constitute fulfillment of warranty terms.
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and your rights may vary from
state to state.

Forfast and friendly service,please contact oneof our
trained customertechnicians via phone,email or our website.

Customer Tech Support Hotline: 1-800-244-4192
Emaih comments@horizonfitness.com
Website: www.horizonfitness, corn

Everyemployeeat HorizonFitnesstakes pride in providing you with a high quality product.
Wewant to knowif you have a problemand we want to have an opportunity to correct it for you.
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NOTE:Pleaseread the TROUBLESHOOTING
section beforecontacting CustomerTechSupport.
Toreceiveadditional product information, visit us at www.horizonfitness.com

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