Horizon Fitness Bicycle manual

Horizon Fitness 800 Burton Blvd DeFor est, Wisconsin 53532 Customer Assistance Center : 1.888.993.3199 Fax: 1.608.842.1660 or www .horizonf itness.com UPRIGHT OWNER’S GUIDE Rev. 1.0 S . C lass S E R I E S Bsc series owner’s guidev1.0.qxd 2/19/2003 10:51 AM Page 1[...]

! CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. S . Class Series 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS S . Class Series 33 FRAME - LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of the original owner. BRAKE - LIFETIME Horizon [...]

32 MONTHLY LOG SHEET S . Class Series 3 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed. Read all instructions before using this exercise product. 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[...]

4 OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR HORIZON FITNESS UPRIGHT BIKE CAUTION! • If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing. • Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of the upright bike. • Make sure handlebars are secure before each use. • [...]

An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to determine your goals. Is your primary goal for exercising on your Horizon Fitness upright bike to lose weight? Improve muscle? Burn Stress? Prepare for the spring racing schedule? Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise program. Below are some com[...]

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 Fitness product at a slow pace. COOL DOWN Never stop exercising suddenly! A cool-down period allows your heart to readjust to the decreased dema[...]

28 STRETCH FIRST Before using your Horizon Fitness product, it is best to take a few minutes doing a few gentle stretching exercises. Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexi- bility 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 t[...]

8 MOVING Your Horizon Fitness upright bike has a pair of transport wheels built into the front of the frame. Standing in front of the upright bike bracing one foot against the front wheel tube, grab the handle bars and carefully pull the bike towards you. Carefully push the bike to the desired location. CAUTION! Our upright bikes are well built and[...]

KNOW YOUR UPRIGHT BIKE WHAT KIND OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED? We use sealed bearings throughout our bikes so lubrication is not needed. The most important maintenance step is to simply wipe your perspiration off the bike after each use. HOW DO I CLEAN MY HORIZON FITNESS UPRIGHT BIKE? Clean with soap and water cleaners only. Never use solvent[...]

10 QUICK START UP Simply begin exercising. The console will automatically begin counting up and tracking your information. RESET Press and hold the reset button on the console. Bsc 2 25 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 [...]

24 ARE THE SOUNDS MY UPRIGHT BIKE MAKES NORMAL? Our upright bikes are some of the quietest available because they use belt drives and friction free magnetic resistance. We use the highest grade bearings and belts to minimize noise. However, because the resistance system itself is so quiet, you will occasionally hear other slight mechanical noises. [...]

12 23 PROBLEM: Erratic or Inconsistent Readout. 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. Chest your exercise environment for sources of interference such as high p[...]

KNOW YOUR UPRIGHT BIKE S . Class Series 22 Your Horizon Fitness upright bike is designed to be reliable and maintenance free. However, if you do experience problems with your upright bike, please reference the troubleshooting guide listed below. PROBLEM: There is no display on the console. SOLUTION: Remove the console and verify that the console ca[...]

Bsc 3 14 QUICK START UP Simply press the 'Start" button to begin exercising. The program will automatical- ly default to the Manual program unless another program is selected. RESET Press and hold the Stop button to reset the upright bike. S . Class Series 21 TARGET HEART RATE ZONE Your ‘Target Heart Rate Zone’ is a percentage of your[...]

20 FEEDBACK Your Horizon Fitness upright bike offers two heart rate feedback options. You may choose to use the heart rate handlebars, or the chest transmitter for a hands free workout. (Bsc3 only) HEART RATE HANDLEBAR Place the palm of your hands directly on the heart rate handlebars. Both hands must grip the bars for your heart rate to register. [...]

16 RESISTANCE During a workout, the amount of resistance can be adjusted by pressing the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons on the console. The resistance levels vary from level 1 to 16 (level 1 being the easiest and level 16 being the most difficult). WATTS A measurement of your expending energy. May be used to evaluate and quantify your fitness progre[...]

18 MANUAL Customized workouts, allowing the user to adjust resistance level to the user's preference. INTERVALS Improves your strength, speed, and endurance by raising and lowering the resistance levels through- out your workout to involve both your heart and muscles. ROLLING Maintains weight by gradually raising and lowering the resistance le[...]

18 MANUAL Customized workouts, allowing the user to adjust resistance level to the user's preference. INTERVALS Improves your strength, speed, and endurance by raising and lowering the resistance levels through- out your workout to involve both your heart and muscles. ROLLING Maintains weight by gradually raising and lowering the resistance le[...]

16 RESISTANCE During a workout, the amount of resistance can be adjusted by pressing the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons on the console. The resistance levels vary from level 1 to 16 (level 1 being the easiest and level 16 being the most difficult). WATTS A measurement of your expending energy. May be used to evaluate and quantify your fitness progre[...]

20 FEEDBACK Your Horizon Fitness upright bike offers two heart rate feedback options. You may choose to use the heart rate handlebars, or the chest transmitter for a hands free workout. (Bsc3 only) HEART RATE HANDLEBAR Place the palm of your hands directly on the heart rate handlebars. Both hands must grip the bars for your heart rate to register. [...]

Bsc 3 14 QUICK START UP Simply press the 'Start" button to begin exercising. The program will automatical- ly default to the Manual program unless another program is selected. RESET Press and hold the Stop button to reset the upright bike. S . Class Series 21 TARGET HEART RATE ZONE Your ‘Target Heart Rate Zone’ is a percentage of your[...]

KNOW YOUR UPRIGHT BIKE S . Class Series 22 Your Horizon Fitness upright bike is designed to be reliable and maintenance free. However, if you do experience problems with your upright bike, please reference the troubleshooting guide listed below. PROBLEM: There is no display on the console. SOLUTION: Remove the console and verify that the console ca[...]

12 23 PROBLEM: Erratic or Inconsistent Readout. 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. Chest your exercise environment for sources of interference such as high p[...]

24 ARE THE SOUNDS MY UPRIGHT BIKE MAKES NORMAL? Our upright bikes are some of the quietest available because they use belt drives and friction free magnetic resistance. We use the highest grade bearings and belts to minimize noise. However, because the resistance system itself is so quiet, you will occasionally hear other slight mechanical noises. [...]

10 QUICK START UP Simply begin exercising. The console will automatically begin counting up and tracking your information. RESET Press and hold the reset button on the console. Bsc 2 25 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 [...]

KNOW YOUR UPRIGHT BIKE WHAT KIND OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED? We use sealed bearings throughout our bikes so lubrication is not needed. The most important maintenance step is to simply wipe your perspiration off the bike after each use. HOW DO I CLEAN MY HORIZON FITNESS UPRIGHT BIKE? Clean with soap and water cleaners only. Never use solvent[...]

8 MOVING Your Horizon Fitness upright bike has a pair of transport wheels built into the front of the frame. Standing in front of the upright bike bracing one foot against the front wheel tube, grab the handle bars and carefully pull the bike towards you. Carefully push the bike to the desired location. CAUTION! Our upright bikes are well built and[...]

28 STRETCH FIRST Before using your Horizon Fitness product, it is best to take a few minutes doing a few gentle stretching exercises. Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexi- bility 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 t[...]

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 Fitness product at a slow pace. COOL DOWN Never stop exercising suddenly! A cool-down period allows your heart to readjust to the decreased dema[...]

An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to determine your goals. Is your primary goal for exercising on your Horizon Fitness upright bike to lose weight? Improve muscle? Burn Stress? Prepare for the spring racing schedule? Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise program. Below are some com[...]

4 OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR HORIZON FITNESS UPRIGHT BIKE CAUTION! • If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing. • Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of the upright bike. • Make sure handlebars are secure before each use. • [...]

32 MONTHLY LOG SHEET S . Class Series 3 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed. Read all instructions before using this exercise product. 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[...]

! CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. S . Class Series 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS S . Class Series 33 FRAME - LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of the original owner. BRAKE - LIFETIME Horizon [...]

Horizon Fitness 800 Burton Blvd DeFor est, Wisconsin 53532 Customer Assistance Center : 1.888.993.3199 Fax: 1.608.842.1660 or www .horizonf itness.com UPRIGHT OWNER’S GUIDE Rev. 2.0 S . C lass S E R I E S Bsc series owner’s guidev1.0.qxd 2/19/2003 10:51 AM Page 1[...]