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ELLIPTICAL USER'S GUIDE

CONGRATULATIONSand THANKYOUforyourpurchaseof this HorizonSerieselliptical!

Whetheryour 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

Assembly

Before You Begin

Elliptical Operation

Conditioning Guidelines 21

Troubleshooting & Maintenance 27

Limited Warranty 31

CONTACTINFORMATION Back Panel

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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. (SeeMAINTENANCE)

• 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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ilt is essential that your e/lipticai is used only indoors, in a Climate controlled roomi lf your eilipficai has been

iexposed to coider tem_eraiures o_high mo;sture Climates, it is strongly recomme_ded that the ellipficai

warmed uP tO r°°m temperatu re before first time use. Failure to do SOmay cause Premature electronic fai!ure.

IMPORTANT..READTHESESAFETYINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSE!

Thereareseveralareasduring theassemblyprocessof a elfipfical that specialattention must bepaid. It is

veryimportant to followtheassemblyinstructions correctlyand to makesureaft parts are firmly tightened.

If the assemblyinstructions are not followedcorrectly,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 correctiveactionsshouldbe taken.

UNPACKING

Unpacktheproduct whereyou will be using it. Placetheproduct ona level flat surface.It is recommended

that you place a protective coveringonyour floor. During each assemblystep, ensurethat ALLnuts and

bolts arein place and partially threadedin beforecompletelytightening any ONEbolt.

NOTE:A light application of greasemay aid in the installation of hardware.Any grease,such as lithium

bikegreaseis recommended.

Befo_p_oceed_.g,_ayo,_ei_/'_ ¸¸seMi.,mber ;

iiocated on the front stabilizer tube and enter it in the

ispace provided below. Also locate the model name[

is located on theside coverbadge.

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ENTERYOURSERIALNUMBERAND

MOOEL INTHEBOXESBEL0W:

MODELNAME:

* Referto theSERIALNUMBERand MODELNAMEwhencalfing for service.

* Alsoenterthis serial numberonyourWarrantyCard.

CONSOLE

GRIPPULSE

WATERBOTTLEHOLDER

CONSOLEMAST

TOPCOVER

PIVOTINGFOOTPAD--

PEDALARM

WHEELCOVER--

UPPERHANDLEBAR

HANDLEBARCOVER

MAINFRAME

LOWERHANDLEBAR

LOWERLINKARM

ELBOWCOVER

FRONTSTABILIZERCOVER

[] 5ramAllen Wrench

[] 6ramAllen Wrench

[] Phillips ScrewDriver

[] 13/15mmFlat Wrench

[] 1Console

[] 1ConsoleMast

[] 1FrontStabilizer Tube

[] 2 UpperHandlebars

[] 2 LowerHandlebars

[] 2 EIbowCoverSets

[] 2 FrontStabilizer Covers

[] 2 HandleBar CoverSets

[] 1 WaterBottleHolder

[] 2 LowerLink/Pivoting FootPads

[] 2 TopCovers

[] 1HORIZONFITNESS

12-VoltPowerAdapter

[] 4 HardwareBags

i havequestionsoriftherearean missingpa s,co"tactc,stomerTechSuppo .

contact information is locaiedonthe backpane! o! this manuaI.

Fora completeexplodeddiagram, visit us at www.horizonfitness.com

BOLT(A)

20ram

Qty:2

SPRINGWASHER(B)

18mm

Qty:2

FLATWASHER(C)

20ram

Qty:2

SCREW(M)

Qty:4

REARSTABILIZER

MAINFRAME

_BOLT_A)

÷ _ SRR,NOWAS,ER_B)

_FLATWASHER(C)

A)OpenHARDWAREBAGFORSTEP1.

B) Attachthe FRONTSTABILIZERTUBEto the MAINFRAMEusing2 BOLTS(A),2SPRINGWASHERS(B)and 2

FLATWASHERS(C).

C) Attach FRONTSTABILIZERCOVERSusing4 SCREWS(M).

CO,SOLEOAS,

A) OpenHARDWAREBAGFORSTEP2.

B) Carefullypull the CONSOLECABLESthroughthe CONSOLEMASTusingthe twist tie locatedinsidethe

CONSOLEMAST.

C)Attachthe CONSOLEMASTto the MAINFRAMEusing4 BOLTS(A),4SPRINGWASHERS(B) and 4 FLAT

WASHERS(C).

D)Insertthe TOPFRONTCOVER,followedbythe TOPBACKCOVERandsnapthem together.

E)Slide CONSOLEMASTBOOTdownto sealthe consolemast hole.

DONOTPINCHWIRES!

BOLT(A)

20mm

Qty:4

SPRINGWASHER(B) /S_ \

18mm

Qty:4

FLATWASHER(C)

20mm

Qty:4

__ UPPERHANDLEBAR

NOTCH_y. PRE-ATTACHED

"_-L_......~ _ SETSCREWS

PRE-ATTACHED

BOLT& WASHER

LOWERHANDLEBAR

UPPER

HANDLEBAR

BACK

HANDLEBAR

COVER

HANDLEBAR

NOTE:Thereis NOhardwarebag for this step. All hardwareis pre-installed.

A) RemovePRE-ATTACHEDBOLT&WASHERSfrom CONSOLEMAST.

B) Slide LOWERHANDLEBARSonto CONSOLEMASTandattach byre-insertingPRE-ATTACHEDBOLT&WASHERS.

C)Slide UPPERHANDLEBARSonto LOWERHANDLEBARSand align NOTCHwith TABmaking sure handlebarsare

joinedtogethercompletely.SecureUPPERHANDLEBARSto LOWERHANDLEBARSusing PRE-ATTACHEDSET

SCREWS.

D)Snapthe front and backHANDLEBARCOVERStogetherontothe UPPERHANDLEBARS.

Notethe positionof the snaptabs on the coversbeforesnapping into_osition.

E) Repeaton otherside.

44_

_SPLITTEFLONWASHER(H)

SPACER(I)

ii i UBRACKET

LOWERLINKARM

BOLT(J) _ _.,_@.

FLMWASHER(K)

PEDALARMS

BOLT(J) SPLIT

-TEFLONWASHER

A) OpenHARDWAREBAGFORSTEP4.

B)Align LOWERLINKARMwithU BRACKET.

CAUTION:Becareful to keepthe LOWERLINKARMaligned with guide rail. Donottwist it to the leftor right

whilepositioningit on the U BRACKET.

C)SlideSPACER(I) through U BRACKETand FOOTPLATETUBE.

D)InsertFLATWASHER(K)and BOLT(J)into outsideendof FOOTPLATETUBE

E)Insert2SPLITTEFLONWASHERS(H)on leftand right sides of FOOTPLATETUBE& TightenBOLT(J).

F)Repeatonother side.

BOLT(J)

15 mm

Qty:2

FLATWASHER(K)

35 mm

Qty:2

GUIDERAIL

iLOWERLINKARM LOWERI

HANULEBARi

LOWERHANDLEBAR

NUT(E) BOLT(F)

_ ......_ SPACER(G)

LOWERLINKARM TEFLONWASHERS(H)

A) OpenHARDWAREBAGFORSTEP5.

B) SlideSPACER(G) intoLOWERHANDLEBAR.

C)PlaceTEFLONWASHERS(H)on eitherside of SPACER(G).Whileholding TEFLONWASHERS(H)slide LOWER

LINKARMintobottom endof LOWERHANDLEBAR.

D)InsertBOLT(F) intoLOWERHANDLEBARand secureusing NUT(E).

E)Attach the OUTSIDEELBOWCOVERto elbowjoint using 1SCREW(L).

F) Snapthe INSIDEELBOWCOVERontothe OUTSIDEELBOWCOVER.

Notethe positionof the snaptabs beforesnapping intoposition.

G)Repeaton otherside.

INSIDE

ELBOWCOVER LOWERHANDLEBAR

LOWERLINKARM

OUTSIDE

ELBOWCOVER

SCREW(L)

BOLT(F)

60 mm

Qty:2 H SPACER(G)

44mm

Qty:2

NUT(E)

INSIDEDIAMETER:

8mm

Qty:2

TEFLONWASHER(H)

24mm

Qty:4

SCREW(L)

I10 mm

Qty:2

WATERBOTTLEHOLDER

PRE-ATTACHEOSCREWS

CONSOLEMAST

NOTE:Thereis NOhardwarebag for thisstep.Allhardwareis pre-installed.

A)Attach WATERBOTTLECAGEto CONSOLEMASTusing PREATTACHEDSCREWS.

CONSOLE

CONSOLEMAST

PRE-ATTACHED

SCREWS

jACADAPTORINPUT

NOTE:Thereis NOhardwarebagfor this

step.Allhardwareis pre-installed.

A) Attach the CONSOLEMASTwiresto the

CONSOLEwires.

B) Carefullytuck the CONSOLEMASTwires

intothe CONSOLEMASTbeforeattaching

the CONSOLE.

C)Attach CONSOLEto the CONSOLEMAST

using the 4 PRE-ATTACHEDSCREWS

(screwswill haveto beremovedfrom the

consolefirst).

O0NOTPINCHWIRES!

MOTE:ee

not to pinch

any wireswhile

_assembling

the mast. .........

ConnectACADAPTORto theACADAPTORINPUT,locatedat front of the main frame. Connect

ADAPTORtoapoweroutlet.LocatetheON/OFFswitchonthebackof theCONSOLEFliptheswitch

to theONposition.Aftera "beep",theCONSOLEwill turnon.

CONGRATULATIONS!onchoosingyourelliptical.You'vetakenanimportantstepindevelopingand

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 FEWOFTHEHEALTHBENEFITSOFEXERCISE:

•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

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.

LOCATIONOFTHEELLIPTICAL

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.

ifoot

3 feet Ii 3 feet

6feet

POWER

Yourprogrammableelliptical is poweredby apowersupply. Thepowermust beplugged into the powerjack,

whichis located in the front of the machinenear the STABILIZERTUBE.Makesure the consolepowerswitch is

in the ONposition. Note-Notaft units havean ON/OFFswitch on the console.

MOVING

Yourelliptical has a pair of transport wheelsbuilt

into the FRONTSTABILIZERTUBE.Tomove,first

removethe powersupplyand firmly grasp the

REARSTABILIZERBAR,carefully tilt and roll. Note:

Besure to grab the barand not the plastic cover.

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FOOTPOSITIONING

Yourelliptical offers a variety of foot positions. Movingyour foot to the forward mostposition of the foot pad

increasesyour step height, which will createa feelsimilar to a step machine.Placingyour foot towardthe back

of the foot pad decreasesyourstep heightand createsmoreof a gliding feel, similar to a smoothwalk or run.

Yourelliptical also allows you to pedal both forward and backwardsto offer a variation to your workoutand to

focuson othermajor leg musclegroups such asyour hamstrings and calves.

I N S T R U C T I O N S To Adjust PROGRAM SETTINGS

/U_: UP and DOWN Arr_ Keys.

ToSelectPROGRAM _/ToAdv._ p_ ENTER.

Use; UP and DOWN A_ow Keys.

To Advance press ENTER. _._ _ _ Press START to begin p_og_am.

LEVEL

OMANUAL O R_ERSETRAIN_1

0WEIGHT LOSS 0 CUSTOM 2

OS,A.TIIEN,ERJlOS'OP

PAUSE.e_oTo ._s_ J

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) TurnonElliptical

2) PressSTARTbuttonand beginexercising.

3) Programwill automaticallydefault to MANUAL(P]), the time will countup from 0:00,and

the resistancewill default to level 1.

4) Theresistancelevelcanbeadjustedduringthe workout.

PULSEGRIPS

Placethe palm of your hands directlyon the grip pulsehandlebars.Both hands must grip the bars foryour

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

Allowsyoutoadjusttheresistanceleveltoyourpreference,withouta presetprogram.

P2:INTERVALS

Walkor runa seriesof alternating RESISTANCElevels. Timebasedgoal with JOdifficulty levels to choosefrom

P3:ROLLING

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

P4:WEIGHTLOSS

Challengeswith variouscombinationsof hills and RESISTANCE.Time-basedgoal with JOdifficulty levelsto

choosefrom.

P5:REVERSETRAIN

Programcuesyou to pedal forward (F)and backwards(R)for an exciting andchallenging workout

(RESISTANCElevels). Time-basedgoal with 6 difficulty levelsto choosefrom.

P6:RANDOM

Providesevenmoreworkoutvarietybymixing upyour RESISTANCElevels. Time-based

goal with 7difficulty levelsto choosefrom.

P7:CUSTOMI

Designand storeyour own customexerciseprogram.

P8:CUSTOM2

Design and store your own custom exercise program.

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Allows 'OnTheFly' manual RESISTANCEchanges,time-basedgoal.

Walk or run a series of alternating RESISTANCElevels. Time-based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose

from.

PROGRAMSEGMENTS-REPEAT

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Warmup and cool-downlast 4:00 minutes each

Challengeswith different comb&ationsof RESISTANCETime-basedgoal with 7 difficulty levels to choosefrom.

PROGRAMSEGMENTS

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goal with 7 difficulty levelsto choosefrom.

PROGRAMSEGMENTS

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I) ToselectCUSTOMPROGRAMpress up/downarrowkeysand pressENTER.

2) Set TIMEusing the up/downarrow keysand pressENTER.

•IF THEPROGRAMIS PREVIOUSLYSTORED-Afteryou set the time and pressSTART,the previously

storedprogram will begin.

3) Set weightusing the up/downarrowkeysandpressENTER.Default weightbeginsand 150Ibs.

4) SettheRESISTANCEPROFILESusing theup/downarrowkeysandpressENTERafter eachRESISTANCE

PROFILEis set to the desiredlevel(repeatuntil all 15 segmentsarechosen).

*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.

ALWAYSCONSULTYOURPHYSICIANBEFOREBEGINNINGANEXERCISEPROGRAM.

HOWOFTEN?(Frequencyof 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 keepyour exercise times to as little as five minutes initially. Yourbody 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!).

PERCEIVEDEXERTIONLEVEL

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.

ALWAYSCONSULTYOURPHYSICIANBEFOREBEGINNINGANEXERCISEPROGRAM.

STRETCHFIRST

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. STANDINGCALFMUSCLESTRETCH

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. STANDINGQUADRICEPSSTRETCH

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&LOWERBACKMUSCLESTRETCH

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.

COOLDOWN

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.

ACHIEVINGYOURFITNESSGOALS

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-lowerintensity, longerduration workouts

• ImproveBodyShapeand Tone-interval workouts,alternate betweenhi and low intensities

• IncreasedEnergyLevel-morefrequentdaily workouts

• ImprovedSportsPerformance-high intensity workouts

• ImprovedCardiovascularEndurance-moderateintensity, longerduration 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.

KEEPINGANEXERCISEDIARY

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 bygoing 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

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

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THURSDAY

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DAY DATE DISTANCE CALORIES TIME COMMENTS

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TUESDAY

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THURSDAY

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DAY DATE DISTANCE CALORIES TIME COMMENTS

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YourHorizonSeries elliptical is designed to be reliable. However,if you do experienceproblems with your

elliptical, pleasereferencethe troubleshootingguide listed below.

PROBLEM:Theconsoledoesnot 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 authorizedby HorizonFitness.

•Theadapter is not pinched or damagedand is properlyplugged into the outlet ANDthe machine.

•Thepower switch is turned to the ONposition (maynot apply to aft models).

•Turnoff the machine and unphlg power cord. Removethe consoleand check that aft connectionsto the console

are secureand not damaged or pinched.

NOTE:If your consoleusesbatteries, they mayneedto be replaced.

PROBLEM:Theconsoleturns onbut the fime/RPM'sdo not count.

SOLUTION: Verifythe following:

•Turnoff machine and unplug power cord.Removethe consoleand check that aft connections to the consoleare

secureand 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 levelsseem to be incorrect, seemingtoo hard or too easy.

$OL UTIOH,: Verifythe following:

• Thecorrect adapter is being used. Onlyuse the adapter provided or authorizedby HorizonFitness.

• Reset the consoleand allow the resistance toreset to the default position. Restart and retry the resistance levels.

PROBLEM:Theroller wheelsappear to be leaving particles on the guide rails.

SOLUTION: Thisis 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.

YOUMAYEXPERIENCEANERRATICHEARTRATEREADOUTUNDERTHEFOLLOWINGCONDITIONS:

•Gripping the heart rate handlebars too tight. Tryto 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 TechSupport 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 otherquestionswill give the techniciansthe ability to sendproperreplacementparts and

the servicenecessaryto getyou andyourHorizonFitnesselliptical running again!

ARETHESOUNDSMYELLIPTICALMAKESNORMAL?

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.

Thesemechanical 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 THEELLIPTICALI HADDELIVEREDLOUDERTHANTHEONEATTHESTORE?

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 MOVETHETRAINEREASILYONCEIT ISASSEMBLED?

Yourelliptical 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. Yourefliptical 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 PEDALBACKWARDSONMYELLIPTICAL?

Yourelliptical allows you to pedal both forward and backwards to exercise and strengthen a wider range

of muscles.

WHATKINDOFROUTINEMAINTENANCEISREQUIRED?

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.

HOWDOICLEANMYELLIPTICAL?

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

Cleanlinessof your elliptical and its operating environment will keep maintenance problems

and servicecalls 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.

WEIGHTCAPACITY=250Ibs.

FRAME•LIFETIME

HorizonFitness warrants the frame

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

does not include any parts that can be

removed.)

BRAKE• 20 YEARS

HorizonFitness warrants the brake

against defects in workmanship and

materials for the period of twentyyears

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 possessionof 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 possessionof the

original owner

EXCLUSIONSANDLIMITATIONS

WhoIScovered:

• Theoriginalownerand is not

transferable.

WhatIScovered:

•Repair orreplacementof a defective

motor,electroniccomponent,or defective

part and is thesole remedyof the

warranty.

EXCLUSIONSANDLIMITATIONS

Whois covered:

• Theoriginal ownerand is not transferable.

What IScovered:

•Repair orreplacementof a defectivemotor,electroniccomponent,or defective

part and is thesole remedyof the warranty

What ISNOTcovered:

• Normal wearand tear,improper assemblyor maintenance,or installation of

parts or accessoriesnot originally intendedorcompatible 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 notresponsible

or liable for indirect, specialor consequentialdamages,economicloss,

loss ofproperty,orprofits, lossof enjoymentor use,or otherconsequential

damages of whatsoevernature in connectionwith the purchase,use,repair or

maintenanceof theproducL

• Equipmentused for commercialpurposesor anyuseother than a single family

or Household,unlessendorsedbyHorizonFitnessfor coverage.

• Equipmentowneror operatedoutside theUSand Canada.

• Defive_ assembly,installation, setup for original orreplacementunits or labor

or othercosts associatedwith removal orreplacementof the covereduniL

•Anyattempt to repair this equipmentcreatesa risk of injury,HorizonFitness

is not responsibleor liable for anydamage,lossor liability arising fromany

personalinjury incurredduring thecourseof, or as a result of anyrepair

or attempted repair ofyour fitness equipmentby otherthan an authorized

servicetechnician. Aft repairs attempted byyou onyour fitness equipmentare

undertakenATYOUROWNRISKand HorizonFitnessshall have no liability for

anyinjury to the personorpropertyarising fromsuch 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 bepre-authorizeflbyHorizonFitness.

•Horizon Fitness' obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing or

repairing, at HorizonFitness' option, thesame 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 transportationcharges 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

trainedcustomertechnicians via phone,email or our website.

Customer Tech Support Hotline: 1-800-244-4192

Emaih comments@horizonfitness.com

Website: www.horizonfitness, corn

Everyemployeeat HorizonFitnesstakespride in providingyou with a high qualityproduct.

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Wewant to knowif you havea problemand we want to havean opportunitytocorrectit foryou.

NOTE:Pleaseread the TROUBLESHOOTINGsectionbeforecontacting CustomerTechSupport.

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