Vision Fitness ES700 manual

Owner ’ s Guide ES700 INDOOR CYCLE[...]

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1 MODEL INFO ASSEMBL Y ES700 GENERAL SPECIFICA TIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4 RESIST ANCE & SEA T ADJUSTMENT . 10 HANDLEBAR ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . 11 PEDAL STRAP ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . 12 DISMOUNTING THE UNIT . . . . . . . . 13 MOVING AND LEVELING . . . . . . . . . 14 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . .[...]

2 MODEL INFO SADDLE BEL T GUARD INDOOR CYCLE ES700 HANDLEBAR FRAME HANDLEBAR STEM SEA T POST FL YWHEEL FRICTION SYSTEM[...]

3 MODEL INFO FRAME – Zinc coated, heavy gauge steel BEL T GUARD – Black Plastic HANDLEBAR STEM – Stainless steel stem with adjustment scale for height and fore/aft positioning HANDLEBAR – Ergonomic PVC coated design that includes aerobars and fore/aft adjustment SADDLE – The comfortable and generously padded V elo saddle features elastome[...]

4 MODEL INFO IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EXERCISE EQUIPMENT . • Keep children off your Bike at all times. • When the Bike is in use, young children and pets should be kept at least 10 feet away . • Use this Bike only for its intended use as described in the manual. • Keep [...]

5 ASSEMBL Y ASSEMBL Y T ools needed: 4mm Allen Wrench, 5mm Allen W rench, and 15mm Pedal Wrench. 1 STEP • Remove bolts, washers, and nuts from the frame bracket for the front foot. • Remove the plastic spacers from the bracket of the front foot. • Attach the front foot using the bolts, washers, and nuts removed earlier . The wheels should fac[...]

6 ASSEMBL Y 2 STEP • Remove bolts, washers, and nuts from the frame bracket for the rear foot. • Remove the plastic spacers from the bracket of the rear foot. • Attach the rear foot using the bolts, washers, and nuts removed earlier . REAR FOOT[...]

7 ASSEMBL Y 3 STEP • Attach the pedals to the crank arms. Each pedal is marked with the letter L (left) or R (right) to denote the side of the spinning bike they are on. Be careful to align the threads correctly to avoid damage. A little grease on the threads should help the pedals to screw in easily and correctly . Tighten with a 15mm wrench. Th[...]

8 ASSEMBL Y 4 STEP • Place the handlebar on the handlebar stem. Position handlebar bracket beneath the handlebar stem and insert the socket head cap screw so that it inser ts into the bottom of the handlebar . Tighten with the 5mm allen wrench. • Inser t the quick release lever through the bottom bracket and into the handlebar . T urn counter-c[...]

9 ASSEMBL Y 5 STEP • Attach water bottle cage to the handlebars using the provided screws. Tighten with a 4mm allen wrench. W A TER BOTTLE CAGE[...]

10 ES700 RESIST ANCE ADJUSTMENT The ergonomic resistance control knob located just below the handlebars on the bike frame easily controls pedaling resistance. T urning the knob in a clockwise direction increases pedal resistance. T urning the knob in a counter clockwise direction decreases pedal resistance. SEA T ADJUSTMENT T o ensure maximum comfo[...]

11 ES700 HANDLEBAR ADJUSTMENT The handlebar position is based on comfort and may be adjusted to more accurately simulate the upper body position on a road bike. T ypically the handlebar position is positioned slightly higher then the seat position for beginning cyclists. More advanced cyclists may prefer a lower handlebar position.[...]

12 ES700 PEDAL STRAP ADJUSTMENT Place the ball of each foot in the toe clip so the shoe fits snugly into the clip of the cage. Rotate one of the pedals to within arms reach. Pull on the strap of the clip to tighten the clip snugly around your shoe and tuck in excess strap. Repeat for the other foot. Make sure toes are pointing straight ahead to ens[...]

13 ES700 DISMOUNTING THE UNIT The ES700 uses a fixed flywheel that builds momentum and will keep the pedals turning even after the user stops pedaling or if the users feet slip off. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE YOUR FEET FROM THE PEDALS OR DISMOUNT THE MACHINE UNTIL BOTH THE PEDALS AND THE FL YWHEEL HA VE COMPLETEL Y STOPPED. W ARNING! Use one of the f[...]

14 ES700 MOVING THE ES700 Make sure the quick release levers for the handlebar are tight. Stand in front of the bike, grasping the end of the handlebars. Place one foot on the bikes front support foot to stabilize the bike and begin tilting the bike toward you. The transport wheels should now be in contact with the ground and can easily roll in any[...]

15 ES700 PREVENT A TIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS Consistently following this maintenance schedule will increase the life of your Vision Fitness ® ES700 Indoor Cycle. BIKE LOCA TION • Locate Bike in a cool, dr y place. BEFORE EACH CLASS • Check that the pedals, seat levers and handlebar levers are tight. AFTER EACH CLASS • Release all tension from th[...]

16 ES700 PREVENT A TIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS continued WEEKL Y MAINTENANCE These procedures are intended to maintain the overall perfor mance of your ES700 Indoor Cycle: Have an experienced rider or instructor ride each cycle to review the overall perfor mance of each cycle; focus on vibrations or possible loose assemblies. When investigating loose ass[...]

17 ES700 MONTHL Y MAINTENANCE These procedures are meant to be a comprehensive inspection of the overall frame and components of the ES700 Indoor Cycle: Inspect wear items for adjustment or possible replacement. Give special attention to the following: • Remove the brake assembly , and inspect brake pads for wear . Spray silicone on the brake pad[...]

18 GENERAL COMMERCIAL WARRANTY* COMMERCIAL USES DEFINED VISION FITNESS warrants the ES700 Indoor Cycle for use in commercial facilities. Examples of commercial facilities include but are not limited to: Hotels; Resorts; Police and Fire Stations; Apar tment Complexes; Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Clinics; Hospitals; Elementar y , Middle, and H[...]

19 GENERAL COMMERCIAL WARRANTY (continued) EXCLUSIVE REMEDY The exclusive remedy for any of the above warranties shall be repair or replacement of defective Parts or the supply of Labor to cure any defect, provided that the Labor be limited to one year . EXCLUSIONS AND LIMIT A TIONS This warranty applies only to the original owner and is not transf[...]

20 GENERAL DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM By purchasing this piece of VISION FITNESS exercise equipment, you have made a commitment to exercise and now have the convenience of exercising in your own home. Y our new equipment offers the flexibility to exercise at whatever time suits you best. It will be easier to maintain a consistent exercise program[...]

21 GENERAL EXERCISE GUIDELINES EXERCISE DURA TION A common question asked is, “how much exercise do I need?” W e recommend following the guidelines set up by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) for healthy aerobic activity . • Exercise three to five days per week. • W arm up for five to 10 minutes before aerobic activity . • Ma[...]

22 GENERAL T ARGET HEART RA TE T arget Heart Rate is a percentage of your maximum hear t rate. T arget Heart Rate will var y for each individual depending on age, current level of conditioning, and personal fitness goals. Exercise heart rate should range from 55% to 85% of your maximum heart rate. As a point of reference, we use the predicted maxim[...]

23 GENERAL RA TE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) is one of the easiest ways to monitor exercise intensity . By becoming familiar with the RPE scale, you can continually assess your level of intensity and insure a level of exertion that is comfortable. An increase in exercise intensity is directly related to elevation in exerc[...]

24 GENERAL BALANCED FITNESS While cardiovascular exercise has been the primar y method of fitness for many programs over the years, it should not be the only method. Strength T raining and Flexibility T raining have become more popular as exercise has developed. Incorporating Strength and Flexibility T raining into your current exercise program wil[...]

25 GENERAL STRETCHING Flexibility T raining is not associated with fitness as often as cardiovascular exercise or Strength T raining, even though it is just as impor tant. A good stretching program will help to maintain flexibility of the hips and lower back. A flexible person will be less likely to injure themselves in common activities, such as r[...]

26 GENERAL ST ANDING QUADRICEPS STRETCH Using a wall to provide balance, grasp your left ankle with your left hand and hold to stretch. Y our knee should be pointing toward the floor . Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds. Repeat with your right leg, and continue to alternate as necessar y . ST ANDING CALF STRETCH Standing about three to four feet[...]

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