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Our goal is not to sell the most cardio products in the world, but to deliver the world’s best premium equipment for our customers’ health and fitness solutions. To own a TRUE machine is to be part of an exclusive fitness community that delivers results – your results.
45, smokes, has high cholesterol, is obese or has not exercised regularly in the past year. TRUE recommends consult- ing a fitness professional on the correct use of this product.
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• To disconnect, remove plug from electrical outlet. • Never operate a TRUE product if it has a damaged power cord or electrical plug, of if it has been dropped, damaged, or even partially immersed in water. Contact TRUE Customer Service.
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Chapter 1: Safety Instructions CAUTION: • Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit except in the bottle holders. Containers with lids are recommended. • Wear shoes with rubber or high traction soles. Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats or spikes. Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces and towels away from moving parts.
Chapter 1: Safety Instructions GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS • This product must be grounded. Grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
Operating Instructions: The TRUE Lock knob is designed to be positioned in either the locked or unlocked position. Always make sure it is secured fully in one of these positions. To operate, first pull knob to disengage, then simply turn in the appropriate direction.
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Chapter 3: Display Console red led console: TSX ACCUMULATED WORKOUT HEART RATE OR DISTANCE OR WATTS OF ACCUMULATED RESISTANCE CALORIES ACCUMULATED/REMAINING CURRENT PROGRAM CURRENT RPM OF WORKOUT WORKOUT TIME OR CURRENT PROFILE OR METS (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) WORKLOAD truefitness.com / 800.426.6570 / 1.636.272.7100...
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Chapter 3: Display Console Red Led Console With Stride Adjust: TSXa or Esx ACCUMULATED WORKOUT HEART RATE OR DISTANCE OR WATTS OF ACCUMULATED RESISTANCE CALORIES ACCUMULATED/REMAINING CURRENT PROGRAM CURRENT RPM OF WORKOUT WORKOUT TIME OR CURRENT PROFILE OR METS WORKLOAD (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) truefitness.com / 800.426.6570 / 1.636.272.7100...
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Chapter 3: Display Console blue lcd console: TSXa or ESX ACCUMULATED WORKOUT TARGET HEART RATE OR DISTANCE OR METS CURRENT HEART RATE (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) iPod TRACK iPod VOLUME ADVANCE CONTROL HEADPHONE iPod PLUG-IN PLUG-IN ACCUMULATED/REMAINING CURRENT PROGRAM CURRENT RPM OF WORKOUT WORKOUT TIME OR CURRENT PROFILE OR CALORIES...
CHR pads connect to a special computer circuit to extract your heart rate. TRUE’s heart rate control (HRC) workouts let the elliptical monitor your relative exercise intensity by way of your heart rate, then automatically adjust the workload to keep you at your target heart rate and thus your desired exercise intensity.
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Chapter 4: Programming & Operation A Note On Heart Rate Monitoring: The chest strap produces a FM signal that the treadmill reads and registers your heart rate. The accuracy of a reading may be affected when outside interference is present. Contact Heart Rate (chr): The CHR system lets you monitor your heart rate without wearing a strap.
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Chapter 4: Programming & Operation Programed Console Key Functions Red Led: Here is a list of programming options available on your elliptical. Operation may differ depending on the model. For more information on programming and operation please visit www.truefitness.com. Stride length: Red LED Console for models (TSXa and ESX) feature the ability to change the users stride length from 17 .
Chapter 4: Programming & Operation Programed Console Key Functions Red Led Continued: Heart Rate Cruse Control: While in any workout, set your current heart rate as your target heart rate by pressing the HRC CRUISE CONTROL key. Quick Start : Quick Start by pressing the START key.
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Chapter 4: Programming & Operation Preset Workouts Continued: Rolling Hills Workout with a series of gently changing workloads. Use the + or - WORKLOAD keys to adjust Time then press ENTER Use the + or - WORKLOAD keys to adjust Weight then press ENTER Press START to begin program Use the + or - WORKLOAD keys to adjust the workload levels (1-16) at any time during the workout One Big Hill...
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Chapter 4: Programming & Operation Programed Console Key Functions Blue Lcd: Here is a list of programming options available on your elliptical. Operation may differ depending on the model. For more information on programming and operation please visit www.truefitness.com. Stride length: Blue LCD Console for models (TSXa and ESX) feature the ability to change the users stride length from 17 .
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Chapter 4: Programming & Operation Programed Console Key Functions Blue Lcd Continued: Target Heart Rate Workout: Put on a Polar® or compatible transmitter chest strap. Press HRC WORKOUT key then press ENTER. Use the + or - WORKLOAD keys to adjust Time then press ENTER Use the + or - WORKLOAD keys to adjust Age then press ENTER Use the + or - WORKLOAD keys to adjust Target Heart Rate then press ENTER Use the + or - WORKLOAD keys to adjust Weight then press ENTER...
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Chapter 4: Programming & Operation Programed Console Key Functions Blue Lcd Continued: Preset Workouts: Start a Pre-Set workout by pressing the PRESET WORKOUTS key. Press the PRESET WORKOUTS key until the desired program appears on the console then press ENTER. All the Preset workouts are listed below.
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Chapter 4: Programming & Operation Programed Console Key Functions Blue Lcd Continued: One Big Hill Workout with the workload gradually increasing to a maximum at the halfway point, then decreasing gradually to the end. Use the + or - WORKLOAD keys to adjust Time then press ENTER Use the + or - WORKLOAD keys to adjust Weight then press ENTER Press START to begin program Use the + or - WORKLOAD keys to adjust the workload levels (1-16) at any time during the workout...
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Chapter 4: Programming & Operation Programed Console Key Functions Blue Lcd Continued: mix 3 - upper body mix3 is a workout that gives you the most exercise for your upper-body. The program takes you through a sequence of exercises that is slightly different each time. The duration of each exercise varies between 30, 40, 50, or 60 seconds.
CAUTION: Do not use any acidic cleaners. Doing so will weaken the paint or powder coatings and may void the TRUE Fitness Warranty. Never pour water or spray liquids on any part of the elliptical. Allow the elliptical to dry completely before using. Frequently vacuum the floor underneath the unit to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt, which can affect the smooth operation of the unit.
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Q. The console shows an error code or has odd characters. If your display has any error messages on it TRUE Fitness recommends that you contact your local dealer or service provider to arrange a service call. The error codes are there for your protection and we do not recommend that you continue using the unit without consulting a professional.
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Hours of operation 8:30am - 5:00 pm CST Product. The frame is warranted for labor and freight (for parts shipped from TRUE) for one year from date of purchase. * This The above Limited Warranty is subject to and will be in accor-...
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7. This Limited Warranty is in lieu of all warranties, express or implied, and in lieu of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of TRUE, under no circumstances shall TRUE be liable by virtue of this Limited Warranty or otherwise from damage to...
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TSX Elliptical Thank you for purchasing a TRUE product. To validate the TRUE product warranty the fast and easy way, please go on-line now to truefitness.com/support and register your product. The information you provide will never be distributed to any other individuals or agencies for any purpose.
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Product. The frame is warranted for labor and freight (for parts TRUE Fitness, Service Department shipped from TRUE) for one year from date of purchase. * This 865 Hoff Road, St. Louis, MO 63366 limited warranty on structural frame does not include paint or 1.800.883.8783...
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7. This Limited Warranty is in lieu of all warranties, express or implied, and in lieu of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of TRUE, under no circumstances shall TRUE be liable by virtue of this Limited Warranty or otherwise from damage to...
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TSXa Elliptical Thank you for purchasing a TRUE product. To validate the TRUE product warranty the fast and easy way, please go on-line now to truefitness.com/support and register your product. The information you provide will never be distributed to any other individuals or agencies for any purpose.
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Product. The frame is warranted for labor and freight (for parts TRUE Fitness, Service Department shipped from TRUE) for one year from date of purchase. * This 865 Hoff Road, St. Louis, MO 63366 limited warranty on structural frame does not include paint or 1.800.883.8783...
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7. This Limited Warranty is in lieu of all warranties, express or implied, and in lieu of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of TRUE, under no circumstances shall TRUE be liable by virtue of this Limited Warranty or otherwise from damage to...
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ESX Elliptical Thank you for purchasing a TRUE product. To validate the TRUE product warranty the fast and easy way, please go on-line now to truefitness.com/support and register your product. The information you provide will never be distributed to any other individuals or agencies for any purpose.
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What Is TRUE World? TRUE World is the way in which we hope to further engage our TRUE community. Whether you are a TRUE dealer, an owner of a piece of TRUE cardio equipment, or simply a fitness enthusiast, we hope you become part of TRUE World.
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Chapter 7: Additional Information CONTACT INFORMATION TRUE FITNESS SERVICE DEPARTMENT 865 HOFF ROAD ST. LOUIS, MO 63366 1.800.883.8783 HOURS OF OPERATION: 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. CST TRUE FITNESS HOME OFFICE 865 HOFF ROAD ST. LOUIS, MO 63366 1.800.426.6570 1.636.272.7100...
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