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Schwinn 130 User Manual

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  • Page 1 130 Upright 230 Recumbent owner’s manual 001-6895-061009C...
  • Page 2 CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for making the Schwinn ® bike a part of your exercise and fitness activities. For years to come, you’ll be able to rely on Schwinn ® craftsmanship and durability as you pursue your personal fitness goals. This Schwinn ® bike should enable you to shape and monitor your workouts to:...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Features ... 10 Operation How to use the Schwinn ® exercise bike ... 10 How to use the Schwinn ® exercise bike computer ... 12 Maintenance ...24 Moving your Schwinn ® exercise bike ...24 Leveling your Schwinn ® exercise bike ...24 Maintenance ...24...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following definition applies to the word “Warning” found throughout this manual: prior to using this equipment, observe the folloWing Warnings: 1. Read and understand the complete Owner's Manual. 2. Read and understand all Warnings on this machine. 3.

  • Page 5: Safety Warning Labels

    Warning labels befORe USINg yOUR PRODUCT: The following safety warnings are located in site-specific areas on the Schwinn exercise bike Model 130 and 230. Please read all safety precautions and warning information prior to using your product. be sure to replace any warning label if damaged, illegible or missing.
  • Page 6 Label 1 Model 230...
  • Page 8 THE REVOLUTIONARY SCHWINN ® BIOFIT ™ COMFORT SYSTEM The unique and revolutionary Schwinn ® BioFit ™ Comfort System is designed specifically to ensure that each point of contact and user-interface with the bike provides the user with proper ergonomic and bio-mechanical positioning, superior comfort, the ultimate in functionality, and is fully cus- tomizable to fit each user’s unique and specific needs.

  • Page 9: Features

    The Schwinn ® BioFit ™ console is tilt-adjustable for a customizable viewing angle to accommodate various workout environments,positions and intensities Schwinn ® BioFit ™ wide seats offer stability, comfort, and support Schwinn ® BioFit ™ pedals provide proper alignment for...

  • Page 10: Foot Positioning/Pedal Strap Adjustment

    HOW TO USE THE SCHWINN ® EXERCISE BIKE Seat adjustment Proper seat adjustment helps ensure maximum exercise efficiency and comfort, while reducing the risk of injury. 1. Place one pedal in the forward position and center the ball of your foot over the center of the pedal.

  • Page 11: Resistance Adjustment

    Console Adjustment The upright and recumbent bikes both feature a tilt-adjustable console that enables you to customize your own viewing angle. To adjust the console tilt position, loosen the knob, move the console to one of the three available tilt positions and re-tighten.

  • Page 12: Using The Computer

    HOW TO USE THE SCHWINN ® EXERCISE BIKE COMPUTEr Using the Computer Your Schwinn ® bike is equipped with a versatile computer console which includes: • Quick Start • 1 Manual program • 6 profile programs • Calorie Goal •...
  • Page 13 Computer Console Design Before we discuss using the specific functions of the computer, let’s get familiar with the display, the different features, and various buttons located on the console. Computer Features LCD Display The large LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen located in the center of the console is your information center.

  • Page 14: Console Buttons And Button Functions

    USING THE 130/230 COMPUTER LCD Display Descriptions TIME Displays the workout TIME. The TIME will count down from the TIME you entered when beginning the program and shows the TIME remaining for your workout. INTERVAL TIME Displays the INTERVAL TIME. The INTERVAL TIME will count down showing the TIME remaining before the program moves to the next column.

  • Page 15: Information Mode

    “ENTER PROGRAM” mode. Grip Heart Rate This Schwinn ® bike is equipped with grip heart rate sensors located on the handlebars. You must contact these sensors with both hands so the computer can detect your pulse. The computer uses information detected by the grip heart rate sensors for many of the software features.

  • Page 16: Software Features

    SOFTWARE FEATURES Quick Start: This is a “one-touch” way of starting the Manual Program. 1 Manual Program: You manually adjust the resistance level during your workout to make the program easier or more challenging. 6 Profile programs: The computer offers a variety of fun and exciting profile programs to keep you motivated and on track to achieving your fitness goals: Profile Program 1 Ride in the Park Profile Program 2 Plateau...

  • Page 17: Recovery Test

    There are limitations however. It may overestimate body fat in athletes and others who have a muscular build. It may also underestimate body fat in older persons and others who have lost muscle mass. When choosing the BMI program you will be prompted to enter your height and weight and the computer will calculate and display your Body Mass Index.

  • Page 18: Results Mode

    on the display will blink. This message will show for 5 seconds, then the Program will resume. You must see your heart rate on the display and then you must push the RECOVERY button again to perform the test. Helpful Tip: For a more relevant score, try to obtain a steady heart rate for 3 minutes before pressing the RECOVERY button.
  • Page 19 IMPORTANT Things You Should Know Before Exercising The values calculated or measured by the computer are for exercise reference purposes only, NOT FOR MEDICAL PUR- POSES. Please consult your physician before starting any exercise program. He or she can help establish the exercise frequency, intensity, (including determining your maximum and minimum heart rate and target heart rate zones) and the exercise time appropriate for your particular age and condition.

  • Page 20: Console Operation

    CONSOLE OPERATION Console Operation – Quick Start QUICK START: Press QUICK START to take you immediately to the Manual program. Resistance level will be Level 1. Time will start from 00:00 and count up. You can increase or decrease the resistance level by Changing Levels: pressing the UP or DOWN buttons at any time.
  • Page 21 To STOP or PAUSE the program: stop or pause your workout. The display will show “PRESS RESULT OR PRESS START”. Then if you press the RESULTS button the computer will show your workout results and end the program, or if you press START / PAUSE the computer will resume the program where you left off.
  • Page 22 scroll through the display by using the UP or DOWN buttons until you reach “CALORIE GOAL ” then press ENTER. Enter Calories: You will then be prompted in the alphanumeric display to “ENTER CALS”. Select the desired Calories to burn by using the UP or DOWN buttons and then press ENTER to confirm your selection.
  • Page 23 Enter Weight: You will then be prompted in the alphanumeric display to “ENTRWEIGHT (lbs. or kgs)”. Select the appropriate weight by using the UP or DOWN buttons and then press ENTER to confirm your selection. You will then be prompted in the alphanumeric display to Enter Height: “ENTRHEIGHT (in.

  • Page 24: Moving/Leveling

    Inspect the bike before each use. Replace all parts at the first sign of wear or damage. Call your authorized Schwinn ® Fitness products distributor if you have any questions on the proper use or maintenance of this equipment or contact Nautilus Customer Service at 1-800-NAUTILUS (628-8458).

  • Page 25: Fitness Guidelines

    FITNESS GUIDELINES Exercise and Health It is not a secret that lack of exercise is increasingly becoming a major health issue. Obesity is on the rise, and being overweight can contribute to an increased risk in heart attack, diabetes, high blood pressure and other life threatening illnesses. Most people do not get enough activity during the day to make up for the time they spend at their desks, driving their cars or sitting in front of their televisions.

  • Page 26: Steps To Getting Started

    STEPS TO GETTING STARTED Once you have made the commitment to start exercising at home, here are some suggestions that may help you stay motivated. The first step is the most difficult. Any new habit is difficult to establish at first, but it can be done.

  • Page 27: Components Of Fitness

    For example, you might try using your Schwinn® exercise bicycle for a sched- uled, moderate level workout for 20 – 30 minutes on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (see the intensity monitoring section for further details on how hard to workout).

  • Page 28: Flexibility

    We have learned through a variety of studies that those individuals who just train aerobically (without strength training) do maintain their cardiovascular endurance over the years, but they generally lose lean muscle mass as they get older. However, those individuals who combine strength training and cardiovascular training can maintain their lean body mass as they get older.

  • Page 29: Nutrition

    NUTRITION Of course, every good health and fitness program will also include a good nutrition component. Good nutrition is likely the most important factor in maintaining ideal body weight and managing weight loss. There are a variety of schools of thought regarding which nutrition program, diet or eating plan is best.

  • Page 30: Monitoring Your Intensity

    MONITORING YOUR INTENSITY When you are doing cardiovascular workouts, it is important that you work at the appropriate intensities when you are first starting out. It is also impor- tant that you workout at a variety of intensities after you have built a fitness base.
  • Page 31 shown the best way to do this is not to establish heart rate numbers based upon age, but rather based upon how you feel. The following chart will allow you to log your heart rate numbers based upon how you feel when working out. Simply log the heart rate numbers you find when you feel you are working at each of the specific intensities.

  • Page 32: Beating The Dropout Odds

    BEATING THE DROPOUT ODDS The Surgeon General’s Report on Physical Activity and Health summarizes a few main points: Regular physical activity offers substantial improvements in health and well-being for a majority of Americans. If you exercise regularly, you’ll reduce your risk of heart attack, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoporosis and even the common cold.

  • Page 33: Suggested Readings

    your workout so that you keep your interest high and your boredom low. The bottom line is you must be creative and innovative to keep up your fitness pro- gram. With some imagination and planning, it is easy to do. Exercise is one of life’s joys.

  • Page 35: Workout Log

    SCHWINN ® EXERCISE BIKE WORKOUT LOG Keeping a log of your workouts is a good way to track your progress toward your goals and is an excellent visual indicator of your increased level of physical fitness. A workout log is also an outstanding tool to help keep you...

  • Page 37: Schwinn ® Fitness Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EXERCISE PRODUCTS All Schwinn ® exercise products are warranted to the retail purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty coverage valid to the original purchaser only and proof of purchase will be required. Any product sold or placed in an application not recommended by Nautilus, Inc.

  • Page 39: Important Contact Numbers

    IMPORTANT CONTACT NUMBERS If you need assistance, please have both the serial number of your machine and the date of purchase available when you contact the appropriate Nautilus office listed below. For technical assistance and a list of distributors in your area, please call or fax one of the following numbers.
  • Page 40 ©2006. Nautilus, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Nautilus, SelectTech and the Nautilius logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Nautilus, Inc. Schwinn and the Schwinn Quality Seal are registered trademarks. Nautilus, Inc., World Headquarters, 16400 Se Nautilus Dr., Vancouver, WA 98683...

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