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Model 491pr Programmable Recumbent Exercise Bike...
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Be sure to read through this Owner’s Manual carefully. It is the authoritative source of information about your Edge 491pr Recumbent Bike. Retain this manual for future reference.
COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) DIRECTIONS 1. Press START/PAUSE for 2 seconds to clear monitor. 2. Press to select desired program. Press ENTER. 3. Press to set desired time. 4. Enter AGE if program 11 or 12 was selected. 5. Press START and begin riding. 6.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this machine CAUTION: Exercise of a strenuous nature, as is customarily done on this equipment, should not be undertaken without first consulting a physician. No specific health claims are made or implied as they relate to the equipment. 1.
Comments or Questions? Dear Customer, Congratulations on your purchase of the Edge 491PR Recumbent Bike. We're sure that you will be completely satisfied with the product and we invite your comments so that we can hear about your success. Please write or call our Customer Service Specialists at the address or phone number listed below, or contact us on our web site, with any comments or questions you may have.
COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) Graphic LCD Display Discription and Function (small window) TIME: Press the MODE button until the arrow points to the TIME function. If the TIME is not set, it will count up in one- second intervals up to 99.59. To set the desired time: STEP 1 Press the ENTER button to enter the TIME setting function.
COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) PROGRAM GRAPHICS PROGRAM 1 MANUAL PROGRAM 2 ROLLING PROGRAM 3 VALLEY PROGRAM 43 FAT BURN Operating Instructions STEP 1 Press START/ STOP key 2 seconds to clear out previous program . STEP 2 Press the "UP" or "DOWN" buttons to choose the desired Heart rate program ( program 11 or 12). STEP 3 Press ENTER for TIME mode.
We recommend that you protect flooring, or anything else the parts may contact, with newspaper or cloth. ASSEMBLY - Foot Tube PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING. FIGURE 1 Step 1. Remove the two M8 x 1.25 x 60 CAR- RIAGE BOLTS (1), M8 WASHERS (4) and M8 x 1.25 CAP NUTS (5) from the FRONT FOOT TUBE (2).
ASSEMBLY - Seat Frame FIGURE 3 Step 5. Remove BUTTON HEAD SCREW (24) and M8 WASHER (4) from end of CARRIAGE TUBE (23). Step 6. Push LOCKING ARM up, insert CARRIAGE TUBE (23) through SEAT CARRIAGE (19) and release LOCKING ARM. This will hold CARRIAGE TUBE in place. Step 7.
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COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) Buttons and Definitions MODE: This button selects functions of TIME, SPEED, DISTANCE, CALORIES, AGE, TARGET HEART RATE, and PULSE. ENTER: This button allows users to set the chosen mode for exercising. (During the STOP mode, press the enter button to enter the TIME or AGE setting. START/STOP: This button allows the user to STOP or START exercising.
COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION Your bike is equipped with a programmable computer to help you track your progress and motivate you to reach your fitness goals. This computer provides different programs designed to tailor to your fitness goals. Simply choose the program you like, set the time limit and begin exercising - your monitor will then show your pulse, approximate calories burned, elapsed time, speed and distance traveled.
ASSEMBLY - Seat FIGURE 4 Step 10. Attach SEAT CUSHION (25) to SEAT CARRIAGE (19) with PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWS (27) and M6 WASHERS (28). Step 11. Attach BACK CUSHION (26) to one of "four" positions with PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWS (27) and M6 WASHERS (28).
WARMING UP The greatest improvements are achieved when muscles are warm. Stretches should be slow, steady, and held for 15 to 30 seconds, then gradually release back to the starting position. Stretch to a point where tension is felt, not pain. Never bounce or jerk while stretching. The most important feature of balanced fitness is to be consistent.
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HEART RATE TARGET ZONE FOR CARDIOVASCULAR FITNESS Heart Rate (Beats/Min) Exercise Warm Up Week Period 1 & 2 3 & 4 5 & 6 7 & 8 9 & 10 11 & 12 TABLE 1 AGE (YRS) TABLE 2 THR% Cool Down Minutes Period...
ASSEMBLY - Console & Handlebar FIGURE 8 Step 18. Remove BATTERY DOOR of CONSOLE (40) and insert four "C" SIZE BATTERIES and replace BATTERY DOOR. NOTE: DO NOT use rechargeable bat- teries. Using rechargeable batter- ies will cause a short circuit and destroy CONSOLE (40).
HOW TO BEGIN WARNING: Prior to undertaking any exercise, or program of exercise that requires a major in- crease in physical activity, consultation with a competent medical authority is strongly recommended. In addition, anyone who has a physical handicap, who suffers from a prolonged illness, or who has increased risk factors such as obesity, hypertension, cardiocirculatory problems, etc., should consult a competent medical authority before undertaking any exercise, or engaging in a continuing program of exercise.
PLANNING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM When and how much exercise to do. Probably the most important part of exercising, especially if exercise is new for you, is commitment, commitment, commitment! Maintaining a physically fit body does not require hours and hours of your time.
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The bike uses 4 C-cell batteries for power. Does is use 6 volt dc as the power supply?
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