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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 1
TM
Designed for life.
HORIZON R20
HORIZON R30
Owner’s Guide
HORIZON FITNESS
800 BURTON BOULEVARD
DEFOREST, WISCONSIN 53532
phone 1.888.993.3199 fax 1.608.842.1660
www.horizonfitness.com
Rev. 1.0
RECUMBENT
BIKE
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 3 LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FRAME - LIFETIME 7 Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and materials for the life- GETTING STARTED/POWER time of the original owner. 8 MOVING/FOOT POSITION 9 KNOW YOUR RECUMBENT BIKE (Horizon R20) BRAKE - LIFETIME 10 QUICK START UP (Horizon R20) Horizon Fitness warrants the brake against defects in workmanship and materials for the lif
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 4 MONTHLY LOG SHEET IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed. Read all instructions before using this exercise product. WARNING WARNING! To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons: • Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this Owner's guide. Do not use attachments not recommended by the m
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 5 OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR HORIZON FITNESS WEEKLY LOG SHEET RECUMBENT BIKE ! CAUTION CAUTION! • If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing. • Do not turn pedals by hand. • Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of the recumbent bike. • Make sure handlebars are secure before each use. • Read the owner's guide before ope
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 6 CONGRATULATIONS! on choosing a Horizon Series recumbent bike. ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS You’ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals. Regular use of your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike can improve the quality of your life in so many ways. An important step in developing a long term
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 7 Before proceeding, find your recumbent bike’s serial number and model name located on the THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP front foot tube and enter it in the space provided below: AND COOL DOWN SERIAL NUMBER AND MODEL NAME LOCATION: WARM UP The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up. The warm-up will limber your muscles and prepare them for more strenuous exercise. Make sure that you warm-up on your Horizon Fi
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 8 GETTING STARTED DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM POWER TIPS The console on your (R20) is powered by 2 AA batteries, which are replaceable through the back side of the console. Your exercise bike itself, is powered by you. Your programmable (R30) recumbent bike is powered by a power supply. The power supply must be STRETCH FIRST plugged into the power jack, which is located in the front of the machine near the front foot tube. Before u
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 9 HOW HARD? MOVING How hard you workout is also determined by your goals. If you use your Horizon Fitness recumbent Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike has a pair of transport wheels built into the front of the frame. bike to prepare for a 5K race, you will probably work out at a higher intensity than if your goal is To move, firmly grasp the vertical seat post and one of the side handlebars. Carefully lift and roll. general fitnes
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 10 KNOW YOUR RECUMBENT BIKE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHAT KIND OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED? We use sealed bearings throughout our bikes so lubrication is not needed. The most important main- tenance step is to simply wipe your perspiration off the bike after each use. HOW DO I CLEAN MY HORIZON FITNESS RECUMBENT BIKE? CONSOLE Clean with soap and water cleaners only. Never use solvents on plastic parts. GRIP PULSE Cleanliness of yo
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 11 QUICK START UP EXERCISE GUIDELINES Simply begin exercising. The console will automatically begin counting up and tracking your infor- mation. Always consult your physician before beginning an exercise program. HOW OFTEN? The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to main- tain cardiovascular fitness. If you have other goals such as weight or fat loss, you will achieve your goal faste
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 12 PROGRAMMING COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS ARE THE SOUNDS MY RECUMBENT BIKE MAKES NORMAL? SELECTING OPTIONAL FEEDBACK Our recumbent bikes are some of the quietest available because they use belt drives and friction free Press the ‘SELECT’ button on the console to scroll through and view your speed, time, distance, odome- magnetic resistance. We use the highest grade bearings and belts to minimize noise. However, ter, and calories. beca
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 13 PROBLEM: Erratic or Inconsistent Readout. DISPLAY SOLUTION: This is often caused by dry electrodes or a loose chest strap. Moisture on the rubber electrodes is required for proper operation. Try a more generous coating of water on the electrodes and tightening the chest strap. (R30 only) TIME Shown as Minutes:Seconds. View the time remaining or the Chest your exercise environment for sources of interference such as high power lin
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:22 AM Page 14 KNOW YOUR RECUMBENT BIKE TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR RECUMBENT BIKE Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike is designed to be reliable and maintenance free. However, if you do experience problems with your recumbent bike, please reference the troubleshooting guide listed below. SPEAKERS CONSOLE PROBLEM: There is no display on the console. SOLUTION: Remove the console and verify that the console cable is attached properly, making sure that t
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:23 AM Page 15 QUICK START UP TM PULSE Zone CHART Simply press the 'Start" button to begin exercising. The program will automatically default to the Manual program unless another program is selected. CD/MP3 PLAYER HOLDER TARGET HEART RATE ZONE Your ‘Target Heart Rate Zone’ is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. Target Zones will vary for each individual, depending on age, current level of conditioning, and personal fitness goals. The Ameri
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:23 AM Page 16 DISPLAY USING YOUR ADVENTURE PROGRAM TIME Your Adventure Program is designed to allow you to create your own programming, with the ability to Shown as Minutes:Seconds. View the time remaining or the save your program settings for future workouts. To use your Adventure Program, follow these instruc- time elapsed in your workout. tions: (R30 only) 1. Once the Adventure Program has been selected, press ‘Enter’. 2. Choose your desire
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:23 AM Page 17 TM USING YOUR PULSE Zone PROGRAM DISPLAY The Pulse Zone Program is designed to keep the user at an optimum exercise level, while adjusting the RESISTANCE resistance levels to keep the user at a target heart rate. To choose the Pulse Zone Program, follow these During a workout, the amount of resistance can be adjusted instructions. (R30 only) by pressing the plus ‘Up’ or ‘Down’ buttons or the quick resistance keys on the console.
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:23 AM Page 18 MONITORING YOUR HEART RATE USING YOUR RACE PROGRAM FEEDBACK Your Race Program is designed to add motivation to a workout by allowing you to compete against a Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike offers two heart rate feedback options. You may choose to use selected pacer. To use your Race Program, follow these instructions: the heart rate handlebars, or the chest transmitter for a hands free workout. (R30 model only) 1. Choose the
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:23 AM Page 19 CHOOSING A PROGRAM With the program text scrolling, press the arrow keys to scroll through the different programs. Press enter to choose your desired program. Once you choose your program, you will see the resistance level scrolling across the screen. CHOOSING A RESISTANCE With the resistance text scrolling, press the arrow keys or quick resistance keys to scroll through the different resistance levels. Press enter to choose your
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:23 AM Page 20 PROGRAM PROFILES MANUAL Customized workouts, allowing the user to adjust resistance level to the user's preference. CROSS COUNTRY Improves your strength, speed, and endurance by raising and lowering the resistance levels throughout your workout to involve both your heart and muscles. HILL RUN Maintains weight by gradually raising and lowering the resist- ance level to gradually raise and lower your heart rate. AFTER BURNER Promot
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horizon R20_R30 owner’s guidev2.0.qxd 7/9/2003 11:23 AM Page 21 PROGRAM PROFILES ROCK CLIMB Improves performance and stamina by raising the resistance level to high peaks to simulate the most difficult outdoor ter- rains. RACE A great motivational program for competitive individuals that allows the user to compete with a computer pacer to the fin- ish line. TM PULSE Zone Benefits weight loss by maintaining an optimum exercise level to burn fat, while adjusting the resistance to keep you in yo
