Life Fitness UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE 95CE User Manual

95Ce Upright Exercise Bike  
o p e r a t i o n ma n u a l  
Before using this product, it is essential to read this  
ENTIRE operation manual and ALL installation instructions.  
This will help in setting up the equipment quickly  
and in instructing others on how to use it correctly and safely.  
Avant toute utilisation de ce produit, il est indispensable de lire ce manuel d'utilisation  
dans son INTÉGRALITÉ, ainsi que TOUTES les instructions d'installations.  
Ce manuel explique comment installer l'équipement et comment  
l'utiliser correctement et sans danger.  
FCC Warning - Possible Radio / Television Interference  
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital  
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environ-  
ment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not  
installed and used in accordance with the operation manual, may cause harmful interference to  
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful  
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own  
expense.  
Class SA (Studio): Professional and / or commercial use.  
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to this equipment could void the  
product warranty.  
MISE EN GARDE: Tout changement et toute modification de ce matériel peut  
annuler la garantie du produit.  
Any service, other than cleaning or user maintenance, must be performed by an authorized ser-  
vice representative. There are no user-serviceable parts.  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Section  
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page  
1.  
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
New Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
®
Electrical Power Requirements // How to Position and Stabilize the Lifecycle Upright  
Bike // How to Adjust the Seat // How to Adjust the Pedal Straps // Getting Started on  
the Bike Console // Fitness Networking // Cable TV Hook-up  
2.  
The Display Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
The Display Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Display Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
The Accessory Trays and Reading Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Why Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Heart Rate Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
2.1  
2.2  
2.3  
3.  
3.1  
3.2  
The LifepulseTM Digital Heart Rate Monitoring System //  
The Polar® Telemetry Heart Rate Monitoring Chest Strap  
4.  
The Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Workout Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Using the Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
4.1  
4.2  
Beginning a Workout // Selecting a Workout // Entering Workout Goals //  
Entering Workout Values // Selecting a Workout Mode // Changing/Ending Workouts  
4.3  
Workout Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
Quick Start // Manual // Random // Fat Burn // Cardio // Hill // Around the World //  
Kilamanjaro // Interval // Cascades // Speed Training // Foothills // Heart Rate HillTM //  
Heart Rate IntervalTM // Extreme Heart RateTM // Watts // METs // Aerobics Trainer //  
Life Fitness Fit Test // Air Force PRT  
5.  
System Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41  
Using the System Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41  
Configuration Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42  
Manager's Configuration  
5.1  
5.2  
Workout Duration Configuration // Language // User Language // Program Timeout //  
Units // System Beeps // Pause Time // Marathon Mode // Custom Message //  
Standby Configuration  
TV / FM Radio  
TV Setup // TV Channel Favorites // TV Channel Name/Sort // Secure Channel //  
Promo Channel Setup // FM Radio Setup  
Custom Workouts  
Export / Import Settings  
6.  
Service and Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47  
Preventive Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47  
Preventive Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48  
6.1  
6.2  
6.3  
6.4  
6.5  
7.  
Troubleshooting the Lifepulse System Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48  
Troubleshooting the Optional Polar Heart Rate Chest Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49  
How to Obtain Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51  
Life Fitness 95Ce Lifecycle Upright Exercise Bike Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51  
7.1  
© 2005 Life Fitness®, a division of Brunswick Corporation. All rights reserved. Life Fitness and Life Cycle are registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation. Zone  
Training, Heart Rate Hill, Heart Rate Interval, Extreme Heart Rate, and Lifepulse are trademarks of Brunswick Corporation. Polar is a registered trademark of Polar  
Electro, Inc. FitLinxx is a registered trademark of the Integrated Fitness Corp. Any use of these trademarks, without the express written consent of Life Fitness or the  
corresponding companies is forbidden.  
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This Operation Manual describes the functions of the  
Life Fitness Lifecycle® Upright Exercise Bike:  
95Ce  
See Section 7, titled Specifications, in this manual  
for product-specific features.  
Statement of Purpose: The Life Fitness Lifecycle Upright Exercise Bike is a machine that  
simulates the movements of riding a bicycle at various speeds and levels of resistance.  
Health-related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equip-  
ment. Life Fitness STRONGLY recommends seeing a physician for a complete medical  
exam before undertaking an exercise program, particularly if the user has a family histo-  
ry of high blood pressure or heart disease; or is over the age of 45; or smokes, has high  
cholesterol, is obese, or has not exercised regularly in the past year. Life Fitness also  
recommends consulting a fitness professional on the correct use of this product.  
If, at any time while exercising, the user experiences faintness, dizziness, pain, or short-  
ness of breath, he or she must stop immediately.  
Des problèmes de santé peuvent être causés par une utilisation incorrecte ou excessive  
de l'équipement. Life Fitness conseille VIVEMENT de consulter un médecin pour subir  
un examen médical complet avant de commencer tout programme d'exercice, et tout  
particulièrement si l'utilisateur a des antécédents familiaux d'hypertension ou de trou-  
bles cardiaques, ou s'il a plus de 45 ans, s'il fume, s'il a du cholestérol, s'il est obèse ou  
n'a pas fait d'exercice régulièrement depuis un an. Life Fitness recommande également  
de consulter un professionnel du conditionnement physique pour savoir comment utilis-  
er correctement ce produit.  
Si, pendant l'utilisation de l'appareil, l'utilisateur ressent un malaise, des vertiges, des  
douleurs ou des difficultés à respirer, il doit s'arrêter immédiatement.  
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GETTING STARTED  
1.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING:  
The safety of the product can be maintained only if it is examined regularly for  
damage and wear. See Preventive Maintenance section for details.  
DANGER:  
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always unplug this Life Fitness product  
before cleaning or attempting any maintenance activity.  
DANGER:  
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury, it is imperative to con-  
nect each product to a properly grounded electrical outlet.  
Never operate a Life Fitness product if it has a damaged power cord or electrical plug, or if it has been  
dropped, damaged, or even partially immersed in water. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support  
Services for assistance.  
Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces. Do not pull the equipment by the power cord or use  
the cord as a handle. Do not run the power cord on the floor under or along the side of the bike.  
If the electrical supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorized service  
agent, or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.  
LOCATION  
Position this product so that the power cord plug is accessible to the user.  
Use the Life Fitness Lifecycle Upright Bike only as directed in this manual.  
Keep the area around the Lifecycle Upright Bike clear of any obstructions, including walls and furniture.  
Provide at least three feet of clearance behind the unit.  
Do not use the Lifecycle Upright Bike outdoors, near swimming pools, or in areas of high humidity.  
Do not allow other people to interfere in any way with the user or equipment during a workout.  
Supervise closely any children or disabled persons using the Lifecycle Upright Bike.  
OPERATION  
Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.  
Do not reach into, or underneath, the unit; and do not tip the unit on its side during operation.  
Never insert objects into any opening of the Lifecycle Upright Bike. If an object should drop inside,  
carefully retrieve it while the unit is not in use. If the object cannot be reached, contact Life Fitness  
Customer Support Services.  
Never place containers filled with liquids directly on the unit, except in the accessory tray water bottle  
holder. Containers should be covered with lids.  
Wear shoes with rubber or high-traction soles. Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats, or  
spikes. Make sure no stones are embedded in the soles.  
Do not use the Lifecycle Upright Bike with bare feet.  
Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces, and towels away from moving parts.  
Use caution when stepping on or off of the Lifecycle Upright Bike.  
Never face backward while using the Lifecycle Upright Bike.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
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POINT DE DÉPART  
1.1 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES  
AVERTISSEMENT:  
Ce produit ne peut demeurer sécuritaire que s'il est régulière-  
ment examiné pour y déceler les dommages éventuels et l'usure. Voir la section sur l'entretien préventif  
pour avoir de plus amples renseignements.  
DANGER:  
Pour réduire les risques de décharge électrique, toujours débrancher cet appareil  
Life Fitness avant le nettoyage ou toute mesure d'entretien.  
DANGER:  
Pour réduire les risques de brûlures, d'incendie, de décharges électriques ou de  
blessures, chaque appareil doit absolument être branché sur une prise électrique correctement mise à la  
terre.  
Ne jamais faire fonctionner un produit Life Fitness dont la fiche ou le cordon d'alimentation est endommagé, ni  
aucun appareil qui serait tombé ou aurait été endommagé ou même partiellement plongé dans l'eau. Appeler  
le service à la clientèle de Life Fitness pour obtenir de l'aide.  
Tenir le cordon d'alimentation à l'écart de toute surface chauffée. Ne pas tirer l'appareil par le cordon d'alimen-  
tation; ne pas utiliser le cordon comme poignée. Ne pas faire passer le cordon sur le sol, sous l'appareil ni le  
long de l'appareil.  
Si le cordon d'alimentation électrique est endommagé, il doit être remplacé par le fabricant, par un réparateur  
agréé ou par une dossier individuel travailleur qualifié afin d'éviter tout danger.  
ENDROIT  
Placer ce produit de manière à ce que l'utilisateur puisse accéder à la fiche du cordon d'alimentation.  
Utiliser le vélo d'exercice allongé Lifecycle uniquement de la façon indiquée dans le présent manuel.  
Maintenir la zone autour de l'appareil libre de toute obstruction, y compris murs et meubles. Prévoir un  
dégagement d'au moins un mètre derrière l'appareil.  
Ne pas utiliser le vélo d'exercice Lifecycle à l'extérieur, près d'une piscine ou dans des endroits très humides.  
Ne laisser personne nuire à l'utilisateur ou entraver le fonctionnement de l'équipement pendant une séance  
d'exercices.  
Surveiller étroitement les enfants ou les personnes handicapées qui utilisent le vélo d'exercice.  
FONCTIONNEMENT  
Les instructions de la console doivent toujours être suivies pour obtenir un fonctionnement correct.  
Ne pas placer les mains dans l'appareil ou sous l'appareil, et ne pas le renverser sur le côté pendant le fonc-  
tionnement.  
Ne jamais insérer d'objets dans un orifice du vélo d'exercice Lifecycle. Si un objet tombe à l'intérieur de l'ap-  
pareil, l'extraire soigneusement pendant que l'appareil n'est pas utilisé. S'il est impossible d'atteindre l'objet,  
communiquer avec le service à la clientèle de Life Fitness.  
Ne jamais placer de contenants remplis de liquide directement sur l'appareil, sauf dans le plateau pour acces-  
soires ou un support prévu à cet effet. Il est recommandé d'utiliser des contenants munis d'un couvercle.  
Porter des chaussures avec des semelles en caoutchouc ou offrant une très bonne adhérence. Ne pas utiliser  
de chaussures à talons, à semelles en cuir ou munies de crampons. S'assurer qu'aucun caillou n'est incrusté  
dans les semelles.  
Ne pas utiliser le vélo d'exercice Lifecycle pieds nus.  
Éloigner les vêtements lâches, les lacets et les serviettes des pièces en mouvement.  
Être prudent pour monter sur le vélo d'exercice Lifecycle ou pour en descendre.  
Ne jamais faire face vers l'arrière pendant l'utilisation du vélo d'exercice Lifecycle.  
CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR TOUT USAGE ULTÉRIEUR.  
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1.2 NEW FEATURES  
The Integrated LCD Console on the Life Fitness Lifecycle Upright Bike brings together the best  
LCD technology and the best cardio equipment. It combines eye-catching entertainment with an  
interactive exercise experience.  
NEW FEATURES ON THE LIFECYCLE UPRIGHT BIKE INCLUDE:  
New Touchscreen Display: This integrated, intuitive touchscreen features built-in intelli-  
gence. This gives exercisers the freedom to watch their favorite TV program and monitor  
their entire workout progress at the same time, all on one screen.  
See Section 2.2 Display Console Descriptions, Workout Progress.  
Ergonomic Viewing: The ergonomically-positioned viewing angle provides optimal com-  
fort and reduces glare. Plus the protective layer on the Touchscreen Display eliminates  
direct contact and preserves the life of the LCD screen.  
Easy Start-up: It’s no longer necessary to pedal to get started. Instead, choose and set  
up a workout, and begin pedaling when the workout begins.  
See Section 4.2 Using the Workouts  
Improved Interface: The sharp screen image, and attractive graphics makes the screen  
easier to read and to use. There are no complicated steps to setting up a workout—simply  
choose a workout, enter values and get started.  
See Section 4.2 Using the Workouts  
New Help Files: Now, choosing a workout can be an informed decision. Simply select the  
question mark on the workout selection screen to access help files, which give explana-  
tions of each of the workouts.  
See Section 2.2 Display Console Descriptions, Workout Selection, Help  
Workout Flexibility: Choosing a different workout “on the fly” is as simple as selecting a  
button, and choosing a new workout. And now there are two ways to change a workout  
parameter mid-workout—either use the keys on the Control Panel, or use the buttons on  
the Touchscreen Display.  
See Section 4.2 Using the Workouts, Changing/Ending Workouts,  
Switching Workouts “On-the-Fly”  
Better Monitoring: The Touchscreen Display shows all relevant workout statistics at one  
glance.  
See Section 2.2 Display Console Descriptions, Workout Progress  
New Time Views: Allows the user to choose the most motivating time display for them. Time  
can be viewed as Elapsed Time, Remaining Time, or Hidden Time. Changing time views is  
as simple as touching a button.  
See Section 2.2 Display Console Descriptions, Workout Progress, Elapsed Time  
More Options for Managers: More ways for managers to monitor statistics, track usages,  
and record personalized messages. Channel setup for the TV and FM Radio allows man-  
agers to control which channels are accessible by users. User Language selection allows  
managers to make multiple languages available for user interaction.  
See Section 5 System Options Menu  
New Zero (0) Resistance Level: This new resistance level gives more people the opportuni-  
ty to enjoy a quality workout, regardless of experience level or physical ability. It also gives  
the bike more flexibility for incorporation into injury rehabilitation.  
See Section 4.2 Using the Workouts, Entering Workout Goals,  
Entering and Adjusting the Intensity Level.  
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Secure Channel: Lets the manager dedicate and secure a single TV channel. A password  
can be assigned for access to a secure channel.  
See Section 5.2 Configuration Menu, Secure Channel.  
Promo Channel: Lets the manager dedicate a single TV channel for promotional use.  
See Section 5.2 Configuration Menu, Promo Video.  
FM Radio: Managers now have the ability to enable FM radio. Channel setup for FM Radio  
allows managers to control which channels are available to a user.  
See Section 2.2 Display Console Descriptions, Workout Progress, Elapsed Time.  
Marathon Mode: The new Marathon Mode option, when enabled, allows users to workout  
indefinitely.  
See Section 4.2 Using the Workouts, Using Marathon Mode.  
User Language Selection: Managers can now configure the display to prompt a user for a  
choice of language by which to interact with a program. Choose any combination of available  
languages to create a customized user language selection list.  
See Section 5.2 Configuration Menu, User Language.  
1.3 SETUP  
Read the entire Operation Manual before setting up the Lifecycle Upright Bike.  
ELECTRICAL POWER REQUIREMENTS  
The Lifecycle Upright Bike requires an AC power supply according to the electrical configurations  
listed in the chart below.  
Supply Voltage  
Frequency  
Rated Current  
(VAC)  
(Hz)  
(Amps)  
100  
110  
120  
200  
220  
230  
240  
50 / 60  
50 / 60  
50 / 60  
50 / 60  
50 / 60  
50 / 60  
50 / 60  
1.6  
1.6  
1.6  
.8  
.8  
.8  
.8  
NOTE: Do not modify the plug provided with this product. If the plug does not fit into an available  
electrical outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.  
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HOW TO POSITION AND STABILIZE THE  
LIFECYCLE® UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE  
Following all safety instructions in Section 1.1, move the  
bike to the location in which it will be used. See Section  
7, titled Specifications, for the dimensions of the product  
footprint (assembled dimensions). Allow a distance of  
8 to 12 inches, or 21 to 30 centimeters, between the  
bike and other objects or surfaces on either side. Allow  
a distance of 3 feet, or 1 meter, from the front or rear  
of the bike to any other object or surface.  
After placing the bike in position, check the unit’s  
stability by attempting to rock it from side to side.  
Any slight rocking indicates that the unit must be  
leveled. Determine which foot is not resting completely  
on the floor. Loosen the jam nut (A) with an open-end  
A
B
9/16-inch wrench, and rotate the stabilizing foot (B) to lower it. Verify that the bike is stable, and  
repeat the adjustment as necessary until the unit no longer rocks. Lock the adjustment by tightening  
the jam nut against the stabilizer bar.  
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT  
A properly adjusted seat is extremely important in  
any bike-oriented exercise activity and the Lifecycle  
Upright Bike is no exception. If the seat is too close,  
excessive strain will be placed on the knees and  
quadriceps muscles; if the seat is too far, the result-  
ing reaching action will irritate the feet, ankles, hips  
and knees.  
Sit on the seat and place the balls of the feet on the  
pedals. An optimum position will allow movement  
through the bottom of the stroke without locking the  
knees or shifting in the seat. The knees should have  
a slight bend at the point of fullest leg extension.  
If the seat needs to be adjusted, lift the spring-loaded adjusting handle located on the right, front  
side of the seat. Slide the seat forward or backward as necessary to the proper position and release  
the pin to complete engagement. Gently slide the seat forward and backward a small distance to  
ensure it is locked into place. Check the seat distance again and re-adjust it if necessary.  
CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust the seat while pedaling the bike. Doing so, or failing  
to insert the seat pin completely may result in an uncomfortable workout or cause injury.  
MISE EN GARDE : Ne pas essayer d'ajuster la selle pendant le pédalage. Tout  
ajustage en cours de fonctionnement ou toute insertion incomplète de la goupille de la  
selle pourrait nuire à l'exercice ou entraîner des blessures.  
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HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS  
The bike pedal straps keep the user’s shoes on the pedals dur-  
ing a workout. The straps should fit comfortably, but they also  
should be tight enough to prevent shoes from slipping at any  
point in the pedaling rotation. Before working out, a user should  
test and adjust the tightness of the straps.  
The safety straps on the foot pedals of the Lifecycle Upright  
Bike can be adjusted to fit a variety of shoe sizes. The straps  
are held in place by two knobs that extend from either side of  
each pedal. The “inner” knob extends sideways, that is,  
toward the bike. The “outer” knob extends downward. The  
ends of each strap are perforated with slots that fit tightly over  
the knobs. The “inner” end of each strap is perforated with two  
slots, and the “outer” segment of the strap is perforated with a  
row of slots.  
To tighten or loosen a strap, grasp the outer end, and pull it back, away from the knob, until the  
strap slides off. Pull the strap out through the outer loop on the pedal. Rest the foot on the pedal,  
and wrap the strap over the foot to determine the desired length. Thread the strap through the  
outer loop on the pedal, tuck it under the pedal, select the appropriate slot, and pull that slot down  
over the knob, until the top of the knob pops through the slot. A click indicates that the strap is  
locked into place.  
GETTING STARTED ON THE BIKE CONSOLE  
Simply touch the Touchscreen Display to get started and access the Workout Selection screen. If  
the user simply starts pedaling and does not select a workout, the console automatically starts the  
Manual Program. But if the screen is touched, and there is no activity (either pedaling or selecting  
a workout) the console will return to the Welcome Screen. For information on setting up a workout,  
see Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts.  
FITNESS NETWORKING  
One type RJ45 networking port (A) allows the Lifecycle  
Upright Bike to be connected to a network, such as FitLinxx®  
interactive fitness network.  
The network connection enables the console to upload user  
workout statistics to a fitness network database or to download  
remotely stored information, such a pre-set workout program.  
See Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts, for information on  
logging onto a network.  
This port is located on the back of the bike console and is  
enclosed by a removable cover. Any use of the port for other  
than its intended purpose could void the product warranty.  
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CABLE TV HOOK-UP  
Note to the CATV Installer:  
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the  
NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable  
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable  
entry as practical.  
Antenna Grounding According to the NEC  
Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.  
1. Antenna lead in wire  
2. Antenna discharge unit (nec section 810-20)  
3. Grounding conductors (nec section 810-21)  
4. Ground clamp  
5. Power service grounding electrode system  
(nec article 250, part h)  
6. Ground clamp  
7. Electric service equipment  
NOTE: The TV aspect of the LCD Console can only receive a analog signal. Digital cable must  
be externally converted to an analog signal. A 75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF  
(>43dBuV (@75ohm) or > 65.8dBm) TV signal input must be present before TV setup can occur.  
Life Fitness is not responsible for the installation of CATV service or components required for the  
delivery of CATV service.  
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THE DISPLAY CONSOLE  
2.1 DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW  
The computerized console on the Lifecycle Upright Bike allows the user to tailor a workout to  
personal fitness abilities and goals and to monitor progress. With this easy-to-use console, the  
user can track fitness improvement from one workout to the next.  
The console consists of two parts:  
The Touchscreen Display: The Touchscreen Display (the LCD screen) allows the user to easily  
choose a workout, set it up, and monitor it.  
The Control Panel: The Control Panel consists of the keys on the bottom part of the console  
housing. These keys allow quick changes to workouts “on the fly,” provide easy access to TV  
controls, and allow for screen cleaning without activating the Touchscreen Display.  
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2.2 DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS  
This section lists and describes the functions for the buttons on the Touchscreen Display and the  
keys on the Control Panel on the Lifecycle Upright Bike. See Section 4, titled The Workouts, for  
detailed information on using the console to set up workouts.  
TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAY  
The Touchscreen Display allows the user to move from screen to screen by simply selecting but-  
tons to access other screens. The Touchscreen Display enables users to access:  
1) WORKOUT SELECTION — choose a workout.  
2) WORKOUT SETUP — enter workout values and goals.  
3) WORKOUT PROGRESS — monitor progress, edit workout goals, and access TV viewing.  
1) WORKOUT SELECTION  
Touch the Welcome Screen anywhere to start and enter the Workout Selection screen. Use the  
Workout Selection screen to choose a workout, access QUICK START, or to access the Help  
Screens.  
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A. QUICK START: Select this button to enter directly into a workout, bypassing any setup or goal  
setting. Once started, the user can then make adjustments to the workout. Choose LEVEL to  
determine the level of intensity, ENTER WEIGHT to see METs, and BIKE and CONSTANT  
CALS/HR to determine how calories are computed. (See the end of this section for more informa-  
tion on BIKE and CONSTANT CALS/HR. MODES) Select the COOLDOWN button on the Control  
Panel to enter a Cooldown Phase.  
B. WORKOUT SELECTIONS: Allows the user to choose from eight different programs. MANUAL,  
RANDOM, FAT BURN, CARDIO, AND HILL lead straight into workout setup screens. HILL PLUS,  
ZONE TRAINING, AND PERSONAL TRAINER give additional workout selections.  
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Choose HILL PLUS for AROUND THE WORLD, KILAMANJARO, INTERVAL, CASCADES,  
SPEED TRAINING, and FOOTHILLS.  
Choose ZONE TRAINING for HR Hill, HR INTERVAL, and EXTREME HR.  
Choose PERSONAL TRAINER for WATTS, METs, AEROBICS TRAINER, LIFE FITNESS FIT  
TEST and AIR FORCE PRT.  
See Section 4.1 Workout Overviews for a description of each workout.  
Buttons with a heart symbol access workouts that require heart rate monitoring. For more informa-  
tion, see Workout Profile Window under Workout Progress.  
C. HELP (?): Select the HELP button to access help buttons for each of the workouts. Use these but-  
tons to get a detailed explanation of each of the workouts.  
D. BACK ( ): Select BACK to move backward one screen.  
E. UNITS: (if enabled) Select the unit format for display. Choose from English or Metric.  
2) WORKOUT SETUP  
WORKOUT SETUP screens are accessed automatically upon selection of a workout program. They  
allow the user to enter values or to choose a goal for the workout selected. These depend on the work-  
out, but might include goal type (time, distance or calories), level, age, weight, target heart rate* (for  
heart rate programs), and for more advanced users, Watts and METs.  
F. MESSAGE AREA: Shows the user what workout is currently being set up. It also prompts  
the user for needed information or gives explanations.  
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G. ARROW BUTTONS: Use the UP and DOWN arrows to adjust workout values/goals such as length  
of workout, weight, age, target heart rate, and intensity level. Press ENTER to record the selection.  
H. NUMERICAL KEYPAD: Another way for the user to enter workout parameters. Key in the desired  
number on the keypad and press ENTER.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the  
FAT BURN workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117  
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J. CLEAR: Clears any entry and returns the default setting.  
K. ENTER: Press this button after entering a value to register the value and move to the next screen.  
L. BACK: Returns to the previous screen.  
TYPES OF WORKOUT SETUP SCREENS  
GOAL SETUP SCREENS  
Goal Type: The default setting of Goal Type is TIME (length of workout). Allows the user to  
choose a predetermined length of time for the workout.  
Users may also choose a more advanced Goal Type such as DISTANCE, CALORIES, or TIME  
IN ZONE (only available for heart rate programs).  
For Distance, Calories, and Time in Zone, the length of the workout depends on how long it  
takes to reach the goal. The workout continues until the goal is met. To exit early, either  
choose COOLDOWN from the Control Panel to go immediately into the Cooldown Phase, or  
choose CHANGE WORKOUT to access a different program. For more information, see  
Section 4.2 Using the Workouts, Selecting a Goal Type.  
NOTE: Once a goal type is set, it cannot be changed during a workout, without using the  
RESET button, resetting the workout.  
For information on how to set, and get maximum benefit from, these type of workout goals  
consult a Personal Trainer. For further information on Zone Training see section 3.1 of Heart  
Rate Zone Training titled Why Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise?  
Level: Choose the programmed intensity level of the workout. Levels range from 0 to 25.  
Target Heart Rate: (heart rate workouts only) Gives a recommended heart rate* according to  
age. For Fat Burn, the target heart rate is computed at 65% of the theoretical maximumheart  
rate . For Cardio, the target heart rate is computed at 80%. For more information on Target  
Heart Rate, see Section 3, Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise.  
Watts: The Watt is a unit of power output or the expression of the mechanical rate of work. For  
the Watts program, the user sets a goal time, and then the program provides the level of exer-  
tion needed to keep the Watts equal to the goal during the duration of the workout.  
METs: The MET is an expression of the rate of work for the human body at rest, or a metabolic  
equivalent; one MET is approximately equal to the metabolism of a person at rest. For the  
METs program, the user sets a goal time, and then the program provides the level of resistance  
needed to bring METs expended equal to the goal during the duration of the workout.  
VALUE SETUP SCREENS  
Weight: Enter an accurate weight so that METs can be calculated. (If weight is entered METs  
will toggle with WATTS on the Workout Progress Screen.)  
Age: Allows heart programs to accurately determine target heart rate.  
Gender: For accurate Fitness Testing.  
Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to  
220 minus an individual’s age.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the  
FAT BURN workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117  
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3) WORKOUT PROGRESS  
The Workout Progress screen opens automatically upon completion of the setup, signaling the user to  
start the workout. The Workout Progress screen allows the user to monitor the progress of the work-  
out. It provides a visual representation of the workout as it proceeds and monitors Distance, Calories,  
Watts, METs, Time, Level and RPM (depending on which workout is selected). From here TIME,  
LEVEL, TARGET HEART RATE*, and MODE (Bike or Constant Cals/Hr.) can be changed at any point  
during a workout. This screen also allows access to TV viewing.  
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M. MESSAGE AREA: Shows the user the workout type, prompts the user for needed information, and  
explains concepts.  
N. WORKOUT PROFILE WINDOW: This window displays the levels of intensity in a workout-in-  
progress as proportional columns. The height of the column furthest to the left is proportional to the  
current level of intensity. (When the TV is on it covers this window.)  
*During a FAT BURN, CARDIO, HEART RATE HILL, HEART RATE INTERVAL, or EXTREME  
HEART RATE workout, which requires the use of a Polar heart rate chest strap or the LifepulseTM sys-  
tem sensors, the WORKOUT PROFILE window displays a flashing heart shape to request the user’s  
heart rate signal. If the console does not detect a signal, the MESSAGE AREA displays the prompt,  
“NEED HEART RATE- PLACE HANDS ON LIFEPULSE SENSORS OR USE TELEMETRY STRAP”  
and beeps three times. If the console does not receive the signal within three minutes, the workout auto-  
matically is converted to a MANUAL program.  
O. MODE: Use Mode to choose Bike Mode or Constant Cals/HR. The default setting is Constant  
Cals/Hr.  
Bike Mode: Select this button to activate the Bike Workout Mode in which the rate of calories  
burned and the total distance travelled increase automatically as the user increases the pedal-  
ing speed. (Bike Mode is not available for heart rate workouts.)  
Constant Cals/HR: Press this key to maintain a constant rate of calories burned per hour.  
For more information about Bike Mode and Constant Calories Per Hour Mode, see the topic  
Selecting a Workout Mode in Section 4.2, titled, the Using the Workouts.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the  
FAT BURN workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117  
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P. CHANGE WORKOUT: Choose this button to go back to the workout selection screen and choose a  
new workout, or to change a goal type of value, while retaining workout progress. To change work-  
outs, choose the new program, enter any remaining values, and press ENTER. To return to the cur-  
rent workout without making any changes, choose BACK. Select RESET on the workout selection  
screen to clear all the stored information about the current workout, before changing to a new pro-  
gram.  
To adjust a goal type (Calories, Distance, or if in a heart rate program, Time in Zone) or choose a  
different goal while retaining workout progress, select Change Workout, and then ADJUST GOAL,  
which accesses the goal type screen defaulted to the current goal type and value. To change the  
goal value, use the arrow buttons or the numerical keypad, change the value, and then select  
ENTER. To change the goal type,  
Q. ELAPSED TIME: Use this button to change the length of the workout, or to choose a different view  
for time. ELAPSED TIME is the default view, but time can also be viewed by REMAINING TIME, or  
HIDDEN TIME. To change the time view select ELAPSED TIME, choose a different time view and  
press ENTER.  
To change the length of a workout midstream, press the ELAPSED TIME button which also access-  
es Goal Time. Then use the arrow buttons or the numerical keypad, make the adjustment and select  
ENTER. (Use the arrow keys on the Control Panel directly underneath ELAPSED TIME to change  
length of workout time without leaving the Workout Progress Screen.)  
NOTE: Changing the length of a workout by using the TIME ELAPSED button has no effect on the  
time elapsed, which is an ongoing measurement of the time already spent in a workout.  
R. TARGET HEART RATE: (for heart rate workouts only) Displays the target heart rate* the user has  
specified in the workout setup screens. Can be changed anytime during a workout, by using the  
arrow keys directly below it, or by touching the TARGET HEART RATE button on the Touchscreen  
and accessing the Target Heart Rate Workout Setup Screen.  
S. ACTUAL HEART RATE: Displays the heart rate if the user grasps the Lifepulse sensors or wears a  
Polar-compatible heart rate chest strap. NOTE: Heart rate can be checked on any of the screens,  
whether before a workout begins, or during a workout.  
T. LEVEL: Displays the programmed intensity level. Select LEVEL and then use the arrow buttons or  
the numerical pad to make a new selection. Press ENTER. (Use the arrow keys on the Control  
Panel directly underneath Level to change the level of exertion without leaving the Workout  
Progress Screen.)  
U. WORKOUT STATISTICS: Continually updates the workout progress by showing Distance, Calories  
Burned (switches between calories burned and calories per hour), Watts, Heart Rate (on any work-  
out if the user is grasping the Lifepulse sensors of wearing a telemetry strap), Target Heart Rate  
(switches between target heart rate and actual heart rate) and RPM.  
Cal/Hr and METs/Watts have buttons beneath the displays which give added functionality. These but-  
tons can be used to lock the display or to force the display to toggle. To lock the display, (for instance,  
turn off the toggle so only calories burned is displayed) simple press the button once while the desired  
setting is displayed. To toggle (for instance, if METs is displayed to change the display immediately to  
Watts) press the button twice in succession  
V. TV SELECTION: TV ON/OFF accesses the TV, and enables the Channel and Volume keys on  
the Surrounding Console. TV ZOOM (far bottom right) toggles between large and small screen  
TV viewing.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the  
FAT BURN workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117  
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W. CHANNEL CONTROLS: Accesses the Channel Select keypad on the touchscreen.  
X. NUMERICAL KEYPAD: Use to enter a new channel selection.  
Y. PREVIOUS CHANNEL: Select this button to change the channel to the immediately previous  
channel viewed.  
Z. OPTIONS: Use to access channel interface menu options. Advanced Control is accessible by  
default. If enabled, Favorites and Channel List channel selection menus are also accessible.  
ADVANCED CONTROL: Use to access advanced picture/audio control menu. See Section 5.1  
System Options Menu, TV / FM Radio Settings for more information.  
AA. PICTURE OFF: Use to disable TV video. Allows only the TV audio to be heard. Reset TV video  
using the picture on button in the upper right of the display. Picture on is not available for chan-  
nels pre-configured for audio only.  
BB. SAP OFF: Use to enable Second Audio Program. SAP is used to receive audio in another lan-  
guage or to receive Descriptive Video Service broadcast on multi-channel stereo television sets.  
OPTIONAL CHANNEL SELECTION MENUS  
If Favorites and/or Channel List options are enabled, an Options menu will be enabled for selecting a  
desired channel selection interface.  
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CC. CHANNEL SELECT: Accesses the Channel Select keypad.  
DD. FAVORITE: If enabled, use to toggle to Favorite Channel selection. See Section 5.1 System  
Options Menu, TV / FM Radio Settings for more information.  
EE. CHANNELS LIST: If enabled, use to toggle to Channel List selection. See Section 5.1 System  
Options Menu, TV / FM Radio Settings for more information.  
FF. ADVANCED CONTROL: Use to access advanced picture/audio control menu. See Section 5.1  
System Options Menu, TV / FM Radio Settings for more information.  
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GG. SECURE CHANNEL: If enabled, use to access a dedicated channel for non-broadcast usage.  
This channel may require a password for viewing. See Section 5.1 System Options Menu, TV /  
FM Radio Settings for more information.  
HH. FM SELECTION: FM On/OFF: If enabled, use to access FM Radio. See Section 5.1 System  
Options Menu, TV / FM Radio Settings for more information.  
JJ. FM CONTROLS: If enabled, use to access available FM Radio stations. Use the seek forward  
and back buttons to select the next available station. See Section 5.1 System Options Menu, TV /  
FM Radio Settings for more information.  
Additional buttons appearing in the Workout Progress Screen for different workouts:  
TIME IN ZONE: Displays the accumulated time that the heart rate stays within the selected target  
zone for a Heart Rate Zone Training workout. See section 3, titled Heart Rate Zone Training  
Exercise, for more information.  
4) CONTROL PANEL  
The Control Panel allows the user to control workout and TV parameters without leaving the Workout  
Progress screen. It also provides a quick and easy way for maintenance staff to clean the Touchscreen  
Display without activating the screen.  
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A. ARROW KEYS: When in the workout phase, the UP and DOWN arrow keys are used in combi-  
nation with the Touchscreen Display. These keys allow the user to make changes to a workout  
goal during the workout. Each set of arrow keys controls the goal located directly above it on the  
Touchscreen Display.  
Changeable information (i.e. a workout goal) either appears as a button (Time. Level, or Target  
Heart Rate*) or is accessible through CHANGE WORKOUT, ADJUST GOAL (Calories, Distance,  
and for heart rate programs, Time in Zone). Workout statistics are not changeable.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the  
FAT BURN workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117  
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For example, use the arrow keys under ELAPSED TIME to change the goal time for the session.  
Workout statistics, such as RPM (revolutions per minute), cannot be changed. As described  
above, workout goals may also be changed by touching the corresponding button on the  
Touchscreen Display and accessing the corresponding Workout Setup screens.  
B. SCREEN LOCK/UNLOCK: (Cannot be used during a workout.) Freezes the screen for the pur-  
pose of routine maintenance/ screen cleaning. The screen automatically unlocks after ten sec-  
onds. Pressing SCREEN LOCK a second time will unlock it as well.  
C. COOLDOWN: Workout programs end automatically in a Cooldown phase, which lowers the inten-  
sity level. In this phase of a workout the body begins to remove lactic acid and other accumulated  
by-products of exercise, which build up in muscles during a workout and contribute to muscle  
soreness.  
Press the COOLDOWN key to enter the Cooldown stage at any point during the workout. Each  
workout’s Cooldown level is automatically adjusted according to the individual user’s perfor-  
mance. (Cooldown times are preset in proportion to the duration of a workout.) The Cooldown  
time can be changed by using the corresponding arrow keys on the Control Panel. At the end of  
Cooldown, a workout summary box appears.  
D. QUICK START: Choose this to enter directly into a workout, bypassing setup screens  
E. VOL: Volume control for the TV.  
F. CH: Channel control for the TV.  
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: Headphone jack for sound playback.  
NOTE: Headphones are necessary to access the sound for the TV. The jack is located on the Control  
Panel on the lower right. The jack is a user-replaceable feature. Contact Life Fitness Customer  
Support Services for more information. (See Section 6.7 “How to Obtain Product Service” for contact  
information.)  
2.3 THE ACCESSORY TRAYS AND READING RACK  
The accessory tray (A), which is mounted on the right handlebar the Lifecycle Upright Bike, provides  
storage space for items such as water bottles, personal stereos, and cell phones.  
The ledge (B) on the Touchscreen Display can also be used as a reading rack for books or magazines.  
Use care when placing reading materials on the rack, and when turning pages, to ensure that buttons  
aren’t accidentally toggled.  
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HEART RATE ZONE TRAINING EXERCISE  
3.1 WHY HEART RATE ZONE TRAINING EXERCISE?  
Research shows that maintaining a specific heart rate while exercising is the optimal way to  
monitor the intensity of a workout and to achieve maximum results. That is the idea behind the  
Life Fitness heart rate zone training approach to exercise.  
Zone training identifies an exerciser's ideal heart rate range, or zone, for burning fat or  
increasing cardiovascular fitness. The values within the zone depend on the workout.  
NOTE: Consulting a fitness trainer is recommended for defining specific fitness goals and  
designing a workout program.  
The Lifecycle Upright Bike features five exclusive workouts  
designed to take full advantage of the benefits of heart rate  
zone training exercise: FAT BURN, CARDIO, HEART RATE  
HILL, HEART RATE INTERVAL, and EXTREME HEART  
RATE. The Time in Zone Goal option, another feature of heart  
rate zone training, enhances these workouts by setting a certain  
duration within the target zone as a workout goal. For detailed  
information about the workouts, as well as the Time In Zone  
Goal option, see Section 4, titled The Workouts.  
During one of these workouts, grasp the Lifepulse system sen-  
sors, or wear the Polar heart rate chest strap to enable the  
bike’s on-board computer to monitor the heart rate. The comput-  
er automatically adjusts the resistance level to maintain the target  
heart rate* based on the actual heart rate.  
To change the target heart rate* during a workout, use the arrow  
keys on the Control Panel, or touch the TARGET HR button on  
the Touchscreen Display, and then enter the new heart rate  
using the keypad or the arrow keys, and select ENTER.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the CARDIO  
workout is 144. This workout targets 80 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.80=144.  
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3.2 HEART RATE MONITORING  
THE LIFEPULSETM DIGITAL HEART RATE MONITORING SYSTEM  
The patented Lifepulse system sensors are the built-in heart rate monitoring system on the Life  
Fitness Lifecycle Upright Bike. During a workout, grasp the sensors (A) that are set into the han-  
dlebars. For an accurate reading, use a comfortable grip. The console displays the heart rate  
after 10 to 40 seconds.  
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THE POLAR® TELEMETRY HEART RATE MONITORING CHEST STRAP  
The Lifecycle Upright Bike is equipped with Polar telemetry, a heart rate monitoring system in which  
electrodes, pressed against the skin, transfer heart rate signals to the bike console. These elec-  
trodes are attached to a chest strap that the user wears during the workout. The chest strap is  
optional. To order it, call Life Fitness Customer Support Services. See Section 6.5, titled How to  
Obtain Product Service.  
See the diagram below for correct positioning of the strap. The electrodes (A), which are the two  
grooved surfaces on the underside of the strap, must remain wet to transmit accurately the elec-  
trical impulses of the heart back to the receiver. Moisten the electrodes. Then, secure the strap  
as high under the chest muscles as possible. The strap should be snug, but comfortable enough  
to allow for normal breathing.  
The transmitter strap delivers  
an optimal heart rate reading  
when the electrodes are in  
direct contact with skin.  
However, it also functions  
properly through a thin layer  
of wet clothing.  
If it becomes necessary to  
re-moisten the chest strap  
electrodes, grasp the center  
of the strap, pull it away from  
the chest to expose the two  
electrodes, and moisten  
them.  
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THE WORKOUTS  
4.1 WORKOUT OVERVIEWS  
This section lists the Lifecycle Upright Bike’s pre-programmed workouts. For more detailed informa-  
tion, see Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts.  
QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising, and it bypasses the steps involved in selecting  
a specific workout program. After the QUICK START key is pressed, a constant-level workout begins.  
The intensity level does not change automatically.  
MANUAL is a workout in which the intensity level does not change automatically.  
FAT BURN is a low-intensity workout for burning the body’s fat reserves. The user must wear  
a Polar heart rate chest strap, or grasp the Lifepulse system sensors continuously. The workout pro-  
gram automatically adjusts the intensity level, based on the actual heart rate, to maintain the rate at  
65 percent of the theoretical maximum.  
HILL is an interval-training workout combining “hills” and “valleys” of different intensity levels, which is  
proven to provide effective, time-efficient cardiovascular results.  
RANDOM is an interval training workout of constantly changing intensity levels that occur in no regu-  
lar pattern or progression.  
CARDIO is a higher intensity workout for more fit users, emphasizing cardiovascular benefits and maxi-  
mum fat burning. The user must wear a Polar heart rate chest strap, or grasp the Lifepulse system sensors  
continuously. The workout program automatically adjusts the intensity level, based on the actual heart rate,  
to maintain the rate at 80 percent of the theoretical maximum .  
ZONE TRAINING are workouts that target specific ranges, or zones, for maintaining a heart rate to  
achieve maximum exercise results. Zone Training workouts include:  
HEART RATE HILL takes the user through three different hills based on the target heart rate*. The  
user must grasp the Lifepulse system sensors continuously or wear a Polar heart rate chest strap.  
HEART RATE INTERVAL alternates between a hill and a valley based on the target heart rate*. The  
user must grasp the Lifepulse system sensors continuously or wear a Polar heart rate chest strap.  
EXTREME HEART RATE is an intense workout for more experienced users. It is designed to get the  
heart rate up and down as quickly as possible. The user must grasp the Lifepulse system sensors  
continuously or wear a Polar heart rate chest strap.  
HILL PLUS are workouts in which intensity levels increase and decrease in set patterns. The following  
workouts may be accessed with this button:  
AROUND THE WORLD is an interval-training workout in which the hills resemble scenes of  
various geographical areas.  
FOOTHILLS is a rolling hill workout with low intensity levels.  
KILIMANJARO is a Hill workout in which the intensity levels gradually incline toward one ultimate  
peak and then gradually decline.  
Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to  
220 minus an individual’s age.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the HEART  
RATE HILL workout is 144. This workout targets 80 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.80=144.  
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INTERVAL is a Hill workout in which intensity levels rise and fall. The higher levels gradually  
incline toward a peak and then gradually decline.  
CASCADES is a two-peak workout in which intensity levels gradually increase and decrease.  
SPEED TRAINING is a Hill workout in which the intensity level alternates between high and low  
levels very quickly to simulate a typical speed-training workout.  
PERSONAL TRAINER workouts are customized workouts designed either for the advanced user or  
to be used in connection with a personal trainer. These workouts include:  
WATTS targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of Watts.  
METs targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of METs.  
AEROBICS TRAINER is a workout that prompts the user to switch continuously between a high and  
low pedaling speeds. The speed intervals alternate in a pattern that promotes a build-up in the intensi-  
ty of the workout, followed by a build-down in intensity.  
LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST measures cardiovascular fitness compared to other people of the same  
age and gender.  
AIR FORCE PRT is similar to the Fit Test workout, except that this program is based upon a spe-  
cific predefined protocol. The available test is: AIR FORCE PHYSICAL READINESS TEST  
(PRT) - (U.S. MILITARY)  
4.2 USING THE WORKOUTS  
Different bike workouts require different setup steps. This section provides details on the steps them-  
selves. (See the chart, titled Lifecycle Upright Bike Workout Setup Steps at the end of this section for  
a quick glance at the steps for setting up any workout program.)  
1) BEGINNING A WORKOUT  
Without networking, touch the screen to START. The Message Area displays the prompt: “Select  
your workout or press ? for more information.” Choose a workout program to begin.  
If equipped with optional networking, touch the screen to START. The Message area displays the  
prompt: “SELECT YOUR WORKOUT, ENTER YOUR NETWORK ID, OR PRESS ? FOR MORE INFOR-  
MATION” and an “NETWORK ID” button will appear on the Workout Selection Screen. Select a workout,  
or log on to the networked exercise database and download the preset workout.  
To log onto the network, press NETWORK ID and key in the user ID number with the NUMERIC  
KEYPAD. Press ENTER.  
SELECTING AND USING QUICK START  
QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising, and it bypasses the steps of selecting a specific  
workout program. On the start screen press the QUICK START button. The workout begins at an  
intensity level that remains the same unless manually changed. In order for METs to be displayed on  
the Workout Progress Screen choose ENTER WEIGHT.  
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2) SELECTING A WORKOUT  
When prompted to select a workout, select the desired workout button. The touchscreen will then  
bring up the corresponding Workout Setup Screens which include level, age, weight, target heart  
rate*, Watts and METs. Press ENTER after each selection to record it. After values are set, the work-  
out progress screen appears and the workout begins.  
For MANUAL, FAT BURN, HILL, RANDOM, and CARDIO choose the corresponding button to enter  
directly into the workout setup screens.  
For HEART RATE HILL, HEART RATE INTERVAL, and EXTREME HEART RATE choose ZONE  
TRAINING and then make a selection.  
For WATTS, METS, AEROBICS TRAINER, LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST and AIR FORCE PRT choose  
PERSONAL TRAINER and then make a selection.  
For AROUND THE WORLD, KILIMANJARO, INTERVAL, CASCADES, SPEED TRAINING, and  
FOOTHILLS select HILL PLUS and then make a selection.  
3) ENTERING WORKOUT GOALS  
SELECTING A GOAL TYPE  
Goal Type defaults to TIME (length of workout). When prompted to enter a Goal Time, use the  
ARROW KEYS to increase or decrease the displayed time to the desired value, or key in the desired  
value with the NUMERIC KEYPAD, and press ENTER.  
Workouts can be programmed to target certain types of goals other than the default time goal:  
Distance  
Calories  
Time in zone (for heart rate workouts only)  
The Distance Goal feature is designed to build endurance. The user sets a distance goal during the  
workout setup. Once the goal is met, the workout automatically goes into a Cooldown Phase and  
ends afterward. To use this feature:  
1. Select a workout (the distance goal is available for any of the workouts.)  
2. In the Goal Type setup screen, choose DISTANCE, enter the desired distance goal, and select  
ENTER.  
3. Finish the setup steps for the selected workout.  
4. Begin the workout.  
The Calories Goal feature is designed to promote weight loss and weight control. The user sets a  
calorie goal during the workout setup. Once the goal is met, the workout automatically goes into a  
Cooldown Phase and ends afterward. To use this feature:  
1. Select a workout (the calorie goal is available for any of the workouts.)  
2. In the Goal Time setup screen, choose CALORIES, enter the desired calorie goal, and select  
ENTER.  
3. Finish the setup steps for the selected workout.  
4. Begin the workout.  
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The Time in Zone goal enhances a heart rate workout by setting a certain duration within the target  
heart rate* as a workout goal. The program automatically alters the resistance to maintain a pace that  
will meet that objective within that duration. Once the objective is met, the workout automatically goes  
into a Cooldown Phase. To use the Time In Zone Goal feature:  
1. Select either FAT BURN, CARDIO, or any of the Zone Training workouts including HEART  
RATE HILL, HEART RATE INTERVAL, or EXTREME HEART RATE.  
2. In the Goal Time setup screen, choose TIME IN ZONE, enter the desired amount of time, and  
select ENTER.  
3. Finish the setup steps for the selected workout.  
4. Begin the workout.  
NOTE: Time in Zone is directly correlated to fitness level. Since the program will continue to increase  
resistance until the goal is met, it may be wise to start low and work towards a higher goal. Choose  
COOLDOWN at any time, to exit the workout and immediately enter a Cooldown Phase.  
For help setting Time in Zone goals, consult a personal trainer. For more information on Heart Rate  
Zone Training, see Section 3.1 Why Heart Rate Zone Training?  
SELECTING AND ADJUSTING THE INTENSITY LEVEL  
When prompted, use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the displayed intensity level or target  
heart rate* to the desired value, or choose the desired value with the NUMERIC KEYPAD, and press  
ENTER. Adjust the level as needed or desired during the workout.  
Intensity level: The Lifecycle Exercise Bike provides a selection of 26 intensity levels (0 to 25).  
The Workout Profile Window displays the levels of intensity in a workout-in-progress as pro-  
portional columns. The height of the column furthest to the left is proportional to the current  
level of intensity. Selecting a low intensity level at first is recommended. As physical conditioning  
improves, the levels can increase.  
Target heart rate: Programs that calculate a target heart rate* base this number on the age of the  
user and the type of workout. The user accepts or adjusts the rate when setting up the workout.  
During the workout itself, the program reads the heart rate, which is transmitted via the Polar heart  
rate chest strap or the Lifepulse system sensors; and it uses this data to adjust the resistance.  
Manually raising the rate increases the intensity of the cardiovascular exercise.  
4) ENTERING WORKOUT VALUES  
AGE: When prompted to enter Age, use the ARROW KEYS to increase or decrease the dis-  
played age to the correct value, or key in the correct value with the NUMERIC KEYPAD, and  
press ENTER.  
Lifecycle Upright Bike workout programs that set a target heart rate* zone first calculate the  
user’s theoretical maximum heart rateby subtracting the user’s age from the number 220. The  
programs then calculate the target zone as a percentage of the theoretical maximum.  
WEIGHT: Select weight and press enter. Entering an accurate weight allows the program to dis-  
play METs. (If weight has been entered, METs toggle with WATTS on the Workout Progress  
Screen.)  
GENDER: Select gender and press enter. (Only used for the Fitness Testing workouts)  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the  
FAT BURN workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117.  
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5) SELECTING A WORKOUT MODE  
All workouts on the Lifecycle Upright Bike default to a Constant-Calories-Per-Hour Mode. The Bike  
Mode provides another option for varying workouts. The Bike Mode is accessed on the Workout  
Progress Screen under Mode. NOTE: Bike Mode is not available on any of the heart workouts.  
Bike Mode: This workout mode simulates the experience of riding a real bicycle. The  
rate of calories burned and total distance travelled increase automatically as the user  
increases the pedaling speed. To select Bike mode, press BIKE MODE button.  
Constant-Calories-Per-Hour Mode: This workout mode enables a user to maintain a  
consistent rate of calories burned per hour. As the pedaling speed increases, the resis-  
tance level automatically decreases. As the pedaling speed decreases, the resistance  
level automatically increases. This mode can be used with all workouts.  
To change modes during a workout:  
1. Select any program that does NOT require a heart rate measurement.  
2. Set up the program through the setup screens.  
3. Begin the workout.  
4. On the workout progress screen, beneath Mode, choose BIKE MODE. The message  
area displays the message, “Bike Mode — Resistance is independent of RPM.”  
5. Continue the workout.  
6. To change back to Constant Calories per hour, choose the Constant Cals/HR button at  
any point. The message area displays the message, “Constant Cals/Hr — Resistance  
will vary with RPM.”  
6) CHANGING/ENDING WORKOUTS  
SWITCHING WORKOUTS “ON-THE-FLY”  
It is possible during a workout, to switch to another workout program. After a switch, the console  
retains all the progress information about the workout since its beginning. To change workouts  
“on the fly,” simply press CHANGE WORKOUT and then choose a new workout. To switch to a  
new workout, and restart the progress information, choose CHANGE WORKOUT and then  
RESET. NOTE: All workouts can be switched “on-the-fly” (retaining progress information) except  
for HIll Plus workouts. To change from a Hill Plus workout to another workout, the user must  
select CHANGE WORKOUT and RESET (losing workout progress).  
CHANGING WORKOUT GOALS DURING A WORKOUT  
During a workout, it is possible to change a workout goal type (Time, Distance, Calories, and  
Time in Zone for heart rate programs). To adjust a goal type or choose a different goal, select  
CHANGE WORKOUT, and then ADJUST GOAL, which accesses the goal type screen defaulted  
to the current goal type and value. To change the goal value, use the arrow buttons or the numer-  
ical keypad, change the value, and then select ENTER. To change the goal type, choose a differ-  
ent goal, enter a value, and select ENTER. After the switch, the console retains all the progress  
information about the workout since its beginning.  
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PAUSING WORKOUTS  
To pause a workout, simply stop pedaling. An EXIT WORKOUT button appears. Selecting EXIT  
WORKOUT takes the user out of the workout, back to the Welcome Screen. To continue the  
workout, resume pedaling. The pause duration defaults to 1 minute (configurable by the manag-  
er), after which, the console returns to the Welcome Screen.  
ENDING WORKOUTS EARLY  
To end a workout early, press COOLDOWN on the Control Panel to go directly into the Cooldown  
Phase. The program will designate a Cooldown time period in proportion to the amount of time spent  
in the workout. Upon completion of Cooldown, a workout summary will appear, which includes the dis-  
tance travelled, the total calories burned, and other statistics. To exit the program without a Cooldown,  
choose CHANGE WORKOUT, and then RESET.  
7) USING MARATHON MODE  
If Marathon Mode is enabled, a Marathon Mode button will appear in the time entry screen  
when configuring a workout. Selecting Marathon Mode sets the workout to an unlimited time  
workout. The workout can then be ended only by the user.  
Within a workout, Marathon Mode can be changed by pressing the Time Key. Pressing the  
Time Key makes it possible to set a time goal as long as it's not less than the time already  
spent in the workout. A new time goal must be set and entered to override Marathon Mode.  
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4.3 WORKOUT DESCRIPTIONS  
LIFECYCLE UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE WORKOUT SETUP STEPS  
NOTE: AFTER ENTERING A VALUE (AGE, WEIGHT, HEIGHT, GENDER) OR A GOAL (TIME, LEVEL, THR), PRESS  
ENTER TO REGISTER THE SELECTION.  
SELF-CONTAINED  
WORKOUTS  
PERSONAL TRAINER  
WORKOUTS  
HILL PLUS  
WORKOUTS  
ZONE TRAINING  
WORKOUTS  
CHOOSE PERSONAL  
TRAINER TO ACCESS  
ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:  
CHOOSE HILL PLUS TO  
ACCESS ANY OF THE  
FOLLOWING:  
CHOOSE ZONE TRAINING  
TO ACCESS ANY OF THE  
FOLLOWING:  
QUICK START  
Select QUICK START  
Begin workout  
Modify level  
Enter weight if desired  
AROUND THE WORLD  
Select AROUND THE  
WORLD  
Enter goal type and value  
Select level  
HEART RATE HILL*  
Select HEART RATE  
HILL  
Enter time  
Enter age  
WATTS  
Select WATTS  
Enter goal type and value  
Enter Watts goal value  
Begin workout  
RANDOM  
Select RANDOM  
Enter goal type and value  
Select level  
Begin workout  
Accept THR**  
Begin workout  
METS  
Select METs  
Enter goal type and value  
Enter METs goal value  
Begin workout  
KILAMANJARO  
Select KILIMANJARO  
Enter goal type and value  
Select level  
Begin workout  
HEART RATE INTERVAL*  
Select HEART RATE  
INTERVAL  
Enter time  
Enter age  
MANUAL  
Select MANUAL  
Enter goal type and value  
Select level  
Begin workout  
AEROBICS TRAINER  
Select AEROBICS  
TRAINER  
Enter goal type and value  
Select level  
INTERVAL  
Begin workout  
Accept THR**  
Begin workout  
Select INTERVAL  
Enter goal type and value  
Select level  
FAT BURN*  
Select FAT BURN  
Enter goal type and value  
Enter age  
Accept THR**  
Begin workout  
EXTREME HEART RATE*  
Select EXTREME HEART  
RATE  
Enter time  
Enter age  
Begin workout  
Begin workout  
LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST**  
Select FIT TEST  
Enter weight  
Enter age  
Enter gender  
CASCADES  
Select CASCADES  
Enter goal type and value  
Select level  
HILL  
Select HILL  
Enter goal type and value  
Select level  
Begin workout  
Accept THR**  
Begin workout  
Begin workout  
Enter level  
Begin workout  
SPEED TRAINING  
Select SPEED TRAINING  
Enter goal type and value  
Select level  
AIR FORCE PRT  
Select AIR FORCE PRT  
Enter weight  
Enter height  
Enter age  
Enter gender  
Answer prompt  
Begin workout  
CARDIO*  
Select CARDIO  
Enter goal type and value  
Enter age  
Accept THR**  
Begin workout  
Begin workout  
FOOTHILLS  
Press FOOTHILLS  
Enter goal type and value  
Select level  
CUSTOM WORKOUTS  
Select CUSTOM WORK-  
OUTS  
Begin workout  
Choose workout  
(If custom workout type is  
Level)  
Begin Workout  
(If custom workout type is  
Target Heart Rate)  
Enter Age.  
Begin Workout  
* This workout requires the user to wear the polar heart rate chest strap or the grip the Life pulse sensors.  
** Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. A 40-year-old user's THR for the FAT BURN  
workout is 117. This workout targets 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65=117.  
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WORKOUT DESCRIPTIONS (CON'T)  
QUICK START  
QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising, and it bypasses the steps of selecting a  
specific workout program. The intensity level for the workout is set automatically and remains the  
same unless manually changed. To change the level and stay in the Workout Progress screen,  
press the UP or DOWN ARROW KEYS on the Control Panel, corresponding to the LEVEL but-  
ton. Level can also be changed by touching the LEVEL button on the Touchscreen Display, and  
then changing the level using the arrow buttons or the numeric keypad and pressing ENTER.  
For METs to be displayed during a workout, select the ENTER WEIGHT button which is required  
to calculate this value. (If weight is entered METs will toggle with WATTS on the display.) Using  
the ARROW KEYS, increase or decrease the displayed weight to the correct value, or enter  
weight using the NUMERIC keypad, and press ENTER to register.  
MANUAL  
The MANUAL program sets an intensity level that does not change automatically. While the  
workout is in progress, increase or lower the intensity level as desired, using the arrow keys.  
RANDOM  
The RANDOM program creates a terrain of hills and valleys that varies with each workout. More  
than one million different patterns are possible.  
FAT BURN  
The FAT BURN workout is designed to maintain a user’s heart rate at 65 percent of the theoreti-  
cal maximumfor optimal results. Throughout the workout, the user wears a Polar heart rate  
chest strap or grips the Lifepulse system sensors. If the user is not wearing a chest strap or  
grasping the sensors, the WORKOUT PROFILE window displays a heart shape, and the display  
prompts the user to grip the sensors. The console continuously monitors and displays the heart  
rate, adjusting the intensity level of the Lifecycle Upright Bike to reach and maintain the target*.  
This system eliminates over- and under-training, and it maximizes the aerobic benefits of exer-  
cise by using the body's fat stores for fuel.  
CARDIO  
The CARDIO workout is virtually identical to FAT BURN; however the target heart rate** is cal-  
culated at 80 percent of the theoretical maximum. The user wears a chest strap or grips the  
Lifepulse system sensors.The higher target promotes cardiovascular improvement by placing a  
heavier workload on the heart muscle.  
Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to  
220 minus an individual’s age.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum (HRmax). A 40-year-old user's recommended  
THR for the FAT BURN workout is 117, or 65 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.65 = 117.  
** Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum (HRmax). A 40-year-old user's recommended THR  
for the CARDIO workout is 144, or 80 percent of the maximum; so the equation would be (220-40)*.80 = 144.  
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HILL  
The Life Fitness-patented HILL workout offers a variety of configurations for interval training.  
Intervals are periods of intense aerobic exercise separated by regular periods of lower-intensity  
exercise. The WORKOUT PROFILE window represents these high and low intervals as columns of  
light, which together have the appearance of hills and valleys. The computerized interval training  
workout has been scientifically demonstrated to promote greater cardio-respiratory improvement  
than steady-pace training.  
Each HILL workout goes through four phases, each marked by different intensity levels. The  
WORKOUT PROFILE window displays the progress of these phases, as seen in the chart following  
these descriptions below. As noted in the descriptions, the heart rate should be measured at two  
stages in the workout to gauge its effectiveness. To do so, wear the Polar heart rate chest strap or  
continuously grip the Lifepulse system sensors. Note that the WORKOUT PROFILE window does  
not display a request for a heart rate measurement during a HILL workout.  
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Warm-up is a phase of low, gradually rising resistance, which brings the heart rate into the  
lower end of the target zone and increases respiration and blood flow to working muscles.  
Plateau increases the intensity slightly, and keeps it steady, to bring the heart rate to the low  
end of the target zone. Check the heart rate at the end of this phase.  
Interval Training is a series of increasingly steeper hills, alternating with valleys, or stints of  
recovery. The heart rate should rise to the high end of the target* zone. Check the heart rate  
at the end of this phase.  
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Cooldown is a low-intensity phase that allows the body to begin removing lactic acid, and  
other exercise by-products, which build up in muscles and contribute to soreness.  
Each column, as seen in the WORKOUT PROFILE window and the chart above, represents one  
interval. The overall duration of the workout determines the length of each interval. Each workout  
is made up of 20 intervals, so the duration of each interval is equal to the duration of the entire  
workout divided by 20.  
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1 to 9 minutes: A workout with a duration of less than 10 minutes is insufficient for the Hill program  
to complete all four phases adequately. The program, therefore, condenses a workout of this dura-  
tion at various stages.  
10 to 19 minutes: The interval durations initially are set at 30 seconds for a 10-minute workout.  
For every minute added by the user “on the fly,” each interval increases by three seconds.  
A 15-minute workout consists of 20 intervals at 45 seconds each.  
20 to 99 minutes: All intervals last 60 seconds. If the user adds minutes to the pre-set duration  
while the workout is in progress, the program adds hills and valleys that are identical to the first  
eight intervals of the Interval Training phase. This pattern repeats until the workout is completed.  
HILL PLUS  
The Life Fitness patented HILL PLUS workouts give even more ways to vary interval training.  
Based on the same principles as the HILL workout, Hill Plus workouts are customized to resem-  
ble different locations/training scenarios to add variety and challenge to Hill workouts.  
1) AROUND THE WORLD  
An interval-training workout in which the hills resemble scenes of various geographical areas.  
2) CASCADES  
A two-peak workout in which intensity levels gradually increase and decrease.  
3) FOOTHILLS  
A rolling hill workout with low intensity levels.  
4) INTERVAL  
A Hill workout in which intensity levels rise and fall. The higher levels gradually incline toward a  
peak and then gradually decline.  
5) KILIMANJARO  
A Hill workout in which the intensity levels gradually incline toward one ultimate peak and then  
gradually decline.  
6) SPEED TRAINING  
A Hill workout in which the intensity level alternates between high and low levels very quickly to  
simulate a typical speed-training workout.  
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ZONE TRAINING  
Zone Training workouts target specific ranges, or zones, for maintaining a heart rate to achieve  
maximum exercise results.  
1) HEART RATE HILLTM  
This program combines the standard HILL workout profile with the concept of Heart Rate Zone  
Training. The default target heart rate* is calculated as 80 percent of the theoretical maximum†  
(HRmax), but the user can adjust the target rate during the workout setup. All hills and valleys  
are percentages of HRmax. The workout consists of three hills that target three heart rate goals:  
The first hill brings the heart rate to 70 percent of HRmax. The second hill increases the rate to  
75 percent of HRmax. The third hill matches the Target Heart Rate brining the heart rate to 80  
percent of HRmax. The valley always is defined as 65 percent of HRmax.  
After a standard three-minute warm-up, the workout progresses toward the first hill and heart rate  
goal. Once the user reaches 70 percent of HRmax, the hill continues for one minute. When the  
minute expires, the level decreases into a valley. Once the user's heart rate falls to 65 percent of  
HRmax, the valley continues for one minute. Then, the next hill begins with its corresponding heart  
rate goal. After the user completes the third hill/valley pair, the program returns to the first hill and  
repeats the cycle as long as the duration allows. At the end of the duration, the workout goes into a  
Cooldown Phase. If the heart rate goes above the theoretical maximum for more then 45 seconds,  
the exercise bike automatically goes into pause mode. The program does not proceed to a new  
heart rate goal until the user reaches the current goal.  
80% HRmax  
75% HRmax  
70% HRmax  
Valley  
Valley  
Valley  
65% HRmax  
65% HRmax  
65% HRmax  
65% HRmax  
HEART RATE HILL Workout Profile  
144 BPM  
135 BPM  
127 BPM  
117 BPM  
117 BPM  
117 BPM  
117 BPM  
User Example: 80 percent of theoretical maximum (HRmax) (40 year old / 144 recommended BPM)  
† Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to  
220 minus an individual’s age.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum (HRmax). A 40-year-old user's recommended THR  
for the HEART RATE HILL workout is 144 or 80 percent of the maximum; so the equation would be (220-40)*.80 = 144.  
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2) HEART RATE INTERVALTM  
This program also combines the standard HILL workout profile with the concept of Heart Rate  
Zone Training. The default target heart rate* is calculated as 80 percent of the theoretical maxi-  
mum(HRmax), but the user can adjust the target rate during the workout setup. The workout  
alternates between a hill, which brings the heart rate up to the target rate of 80 percent of HRmax,  
and a valley, which brings the heart rate down to 65 percent of HRmax. After a standard three-minute  
warm-up, the workout progresses toward the first hill and heart rate goal. Once the goal is reached,  
the hill continues for three minutes. Then, the level decreases into a valley. Once the 65 percent of  
HRmax goal is reached, the valley continues for three minutes, after which the next hill begins. The  
user's fitness level determines the number of hills and valleys encountered within the duration. At the  
end of the duration, the workout goes into a Cooldown Phase. If the heart rate goes above the the-  
oretical maximumfor more then 45 seconds, the exercise bike automatically goes into pause  
mode. The program does not proceed to a new heart rate goal until the user reaches the current  
goal.  
80% HRmax  
80% HRmax  
80% HRmax  
Valley  
Valley  
Valley  
Warm-up  
65% HRmax  
65% HRmax  
65% HRmax  
HEART RATE INTERVAL Workout Profile  
144 BPM  
144 BPM  
144 BPM  
117 BPM  
117 BPM  
117 BPM  
117 BPM  
User Example: 80 percent of theoretical maximum (HRmax) (40 year old / 144 recommended BPM)  
† Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to  
220 minus an individual’s age.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum (HRmax). A 40-year-old user's recommended THR  
for the HEART RATE INTERVAL workout is 144 or 80 percent of the maximum; so the equation would be (220-40)*.80 =  
144.  
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TM  
3) EXTREME HEART RATE  
This intense, varied workout is designed to help more experienced users to break through fitness  
improvement plateaus. The workout alternates between two target heart rates* as quickly as possi-  
ble. The effect is similar to that of running sprints. The user must wear a chest strap or grip the  
LifepulseTM sensors throughout the workout.  
When setting up the workout, the user enters a target heart rate. After a standard three-minute  
warm-up, the intensity increases, until the user reaches the target heart rate goal of 85 percent  
of the theoretical maximum(HRmax). That target rate is maintained for a stabilizing period.  
Then, the intensity decreases. When the heart rate falls to the 65 percent of HRmax goal, it is  
maintained there for a stabilizing period. The program repeats the alternating of intensity levels,  
continuing this pattern throughout the duration. The program does not proceed to a new heart  
rate goal until the user reaches the current goal.  
Defined by the American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to  
220 minus an individual’s age.  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum (HRmax). For example, a 40-year-old user's rec-  
ommended THR for the EXTREME HEART RATETM WORKOUT is 153. The workout program targets a standard 85 per-  
cent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-40)*.85 = 153.  
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4) PERSONAL TRAINER  
Personal Trainer workouts are customized workouts designed either for the advanced user or to  
be used in connection with a personal trainer.  
1) WATTS  
This workout targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of Watts. A Watt is a unit of power  
that measures the amount of mechanical work required to operate a device, such as a Lifecycle  
Upright Bike. It is roughly equal to .25 calories per hour. The workout program automatically  
alters the intensity level to maintain the appropriate rate of effort.  
2) METS  
This workout targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of METs. A MET is a unit of measure-  
ment used to express the metabolic rate of work (oxygen consumption per unit of body weight)  
required to perform a task. One MET is approximately equal to a person’s metabolism when seated  
and relaxed.  
3) AEROBICS TRAINER  
In this workout, the user is prompted to switch between a high pedaling speed and a low pedaling  
speed. These speed intervals alternate in a pattern that promotes a “build-up” in the intensity of the  
workout, followed by a “build-down” in intensity.  
The workout consists of 32 intervals, which are divided into groups of four. In the first group, the user  
encounters one fast interval followed by three slow intervals. The second group features two fast  
intervals followed by two slow intervals. The third group features three fast intervals followed by one  
slow interval. The fourth group, which is the most intense point of the workout, features four fast inter-  
vals. Afterward, the workout decreases in intensity, concluding with a group of four, consecutive, slow  
intervals. See the chart below:  
Workout Begin  
Interval 4  
Interval 3  
Interval 2  
Interval 1  
Group 1  
Group 2  
Group 3  
Group 4  
Group 5  
Group 6  
Group 7  
Group 8  
Build-Up  
Build-Down  
Fast  
Slow  
The length of the intervals depends on the workout duration selected by the user.  
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4) LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST  
The Lifecycle Upright Bike Fit Test program is another exclusive feature of this versatile exercise bike. The  
Life Fitness Fit Test measures cardiovascular fitness and can be used to monitor improvements in  
endurance every four to six weeks. The user must grasp the hand sensors when prompted or wear a heart  
rate chest strap, as the test score calculation is based on a heart rate reading. The workout duration will be  
five minutes at the chosen resistance level. Immediately afterward, the console will take the user's heart  
rate reading, calculate a fitness score, and display the score in a results window.  
The Fit Test is considered to be a submax VO2 (volume of oxygen) test. It gauges how well the heart sup-  
plies oxygenated blood to the exercising muscles, and how efficiently those muscles receive oxygen from  
the blood. Physicians and exercise physiologists generally regard this test as a good measure of aerobic  
capacity. Please note that the estimated VO2 max scores achieved will be 10 percent to15 percent lower  
on stationary exercise bikes than those achieved on other Life Fitness cardiovascular equipment. Stationary  
cycling has a higher rate of isolated muscle fatigue of the quadriceps when compared to walking/running on  
a treadmill, climbing on a stairclimber, or utilizing a cross-trainer. This higher rate of fatigue corresponds to  
lower levels of estimated VO2 max scores.  
To set up the Fit Test:  
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Choose PERSONAL TRAINER, then LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST.  
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Go through the setup screens for the Fit Test, including WEIGHT, AGE, AND GENDER. Press Enter  
after each selection to record the entry.  
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Choose a workout level (ENTER LEVEL). Consult the following recommended fit test level chart for  
an appropriate effort level based on your age, gender and activity level. Use the NUMERIC BUT-  
TONS or UP/DOWN ARROW BUTTONS to enter the corresponding level.  
After the five-minute FIT TEST is completed, a FIT TEST score will be displayed.  
FIT TEST PROGRAM SUGGESTED EXERTION LEVELS  
Inactive  
Active  
Very Active  
Bike Fit Test Level  
L4-6 men  
L5-10 men  
L8-14 men  
L2-4 women  
L3-7 women  
L6-10 women  
Suggested exertion levels should be used as a guideline for setting up the Fit Test program. The goal is to  
elevate the user's heart rate to a level that is between 60%-85% of their theoretical maximum heart rate  
(220-age).  
Within each suggested range, these additional guidelines can be used:  
Lower Half of Range  
higher age  
Upper Half of Range  
lower age  
lower weight  
shorter  
higher weight*  
taller  
* In cases of excessive weight, use lower half of range.  
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The computer will not accept:  
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heart rates less than 52 or greater than 200 beats per minute  
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body weights less than 75 pounds (34 kg) or greater than 400 pounds (182 kg)  
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ages below 10 or over 99 years  
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data input that exceeds human potential  
If an error is made when entering any Fit Test data, correct it by pressing CLEAR, inputting the correct  
information, and pressing ENTER.  
It is important to take the Fit Test under similar circumstances each time. Heart rate is dependent on many  
factors, including:  
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amount of sleep the previous night (at least seven hours is recommended)  
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time of day  
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time of last meal (two to four hours after the last meal is recommended)  
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time of last beverage containing caffeine or alcohol, or of a cigarette (at least four hours is recom-  
mended)  
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time since last exercise (at least six hours is recommended)  
For the most accurate Fit Test results, perform the Fit Test on three consecutive days and average the  
three scores.  
NOTE: To receive a proper Fit Test score, the work done must be within a training heart rate zone that is  
60 percent to 85 percent of the theoretical maximum heart rate. This rate is defined by the American  
College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" as equal to 220 minus an  
individual's age.  
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The tables below list fit test results.  
RELATIVE FITNESS CLASSIFICATION FOR MEN  
Men  
Rating  
Estimated VO2 Max (ml/kg/min) Per Age Category  
20-29  
52+  
30-39  
51+  
40-49  
48+  
50-59  
45+  
60+  
42+  
Elite  
Excellent  
Very Good  
Above Average  
Average  
50-51  
47-49  
44-46  
41-43  
38-40  
35-37  
<35  
48-50  
45-47  
42-44  
39-41  
36-38  
33-35  
<33  
46-47  
43-45  
40-42  
37-39  
34-36  
31-33  
<31  
42-44  
40-41  
37-39  
34-36  
31-33  
28-30  
<28  
39-41  
36-38  
33-35  
30-32  
27-29  
24-26  
<24  
Below Average  
Low  
Very Low  
RELATIVE FITNESS CLASSIFICATION FOR WOMEN  
Women  
Rating  
Estimated VO2 Max (ml/kg/min) Per Age Category  
20-29  
44+  
30-39  
42+  
40-49  
39+  
50-59  
35+  
60+  
34+  
Elite  
Excellent  
Very Good  
Above Average  
Average  
42-43  
39-41  
37-38  
34-36  
31-33  
28-30  
<28  
40-41  
37-39  
35-36  
32-34  
29-31  
27-28  
<27  
37-38  
35-36  
32-34  
30-31  
27-29  
25-26  
<25  
33-34  
31-32  
29-30  
27-28  
25-26  
22-24  
<22  
32-33  
30-31  
28-29  
25-27  
23-24  
20-22  
<20  
Below Average  
Low  
Very Low  
Life Fitness developed this rating scale based on VO2 max percentile distributions referenced in American  
College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" (6th Ed. 2000). It is  
designed to provide a qualitative description of a user's VO2 max estimation, and a means of assessing ini-  
tial fitness level and tracking improvement.  
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5) MILITARY FITNESS TEST  
AIR FORCE PRT  
The 95Ce exercise bike features an Air Force Physical Readiness Test (PRT). This test is similar to the fit  
test workout, except that it does not have a preset time goal. The Air Force PRT is located in the Personal  
Trainer Workouts.  
To begin an Air Force PRT:  
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Choose PERSONAL TRAINER, AIR FORCE PRT.  
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Go through the setup screens for the Fit Test, including WEIGHT, AGE, AND GENDER. Press Enter  
after each selection to record the entry.  
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The message area will next prompt for a user Fitness Level ("Do you participate in Aerobic Activity  
at least 20 minutes per session 3+ times per week"). Select 'YES' or 'NO'. Press ENTER to accept  
the selection.  
The Air Force PRT begins after the user selects their Fitness Level and presses ENTER. During the PRT  
the user must maintain 50-80 RPM. If the user pedals outside this range, a warning message is displayed.  
If the user continues to pedal outside this range for more than 10 seconds, the test is terminated. If the  
user's heart rate exceeds 85% of their theoretical maximum heart rate, the test is also terminated. The Air  
Force PRT requires a user's heart rate throughout the test. Heart rate is recorded every minute, and if it is  
not detected, the test will terminate. The PRT starts with a 2 minute warm-up. After this warm-up, an initial  
wattage setting is determined from the user's input data. The PRT then monitors a user's heart rate and  
determines if more resistance is needed. After 6 minutes at a constant wattage, the exercise bike will try to  
calculate a score.  
6) CUSTOM WORKOUTS  
These training programs are preset custom workouts created by the facility training professional. The work-  
outs may be Level or Target Heart Rate workouts created for specific results. Each Custom Workout profile  
may be viewed by pressing the View key and then a Custom Workout button. A screen showing the interval  
and level profile for that Custom Workout will appear. Select Begin to start a workout using the displayed  
profile or select the back arrow to return to the Custom Workouts screen. Consult the facility training pro-  
fessional for details on individual Custom Workouts.  
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5
SYSTEM OPTIONS MENU  
5.1 USING THE SYSTEMS OPTIONS MENU  
Fitness club managers and other authorized personnel can use the Systems Options  
feature to change default settings, or to enable or disable certain programs or displays on  
the bike console, to run systems checks, and to access compiled statistics.  
To enter the System Options, go to the Workout Selection Screen, press and hold the  
COOLDOWN key, and touch the Life Fitness icon twice consecutively (double-touch).  
SYSTEM TEST  
Allows technicians to run systems diagnostics. NOTE: These tests should only be used by (or with the  
express instruction of) a trained Life Fitness service technician.  
System Diagnostics  
Lifepulse Test  
Telemetry Test  
CSAFE Network Test  
EEPROM Test  
INFORMATION  
System usage statistics on main motor. Allows authorized personnel to access statistics on machine usage  
(Statistics and Usage Log). All other information is designed for use by trained Life Fitness service technicians.  
Statistics  
Software Versions  
Usage Log  
System Errors  
CONFIGURATION  
Allows access to all of the configurable settings of the unit. Configurations which should only be changed  
by qualified technicians are password protected.  
Manager  
Touch Screen Configuration  
TV / FM Radio (if detected)  
Clock  
Manufacturer (password protected)  
Export / Import Settings  
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5.2 CONFIGURATION SETTINGS  
1) MANAGERS CONFIGURATION  
Manager's Configuration accesses defaults for Workout Duration Configuration, Language, User  
Language, Program Timeout, Units (English or Metric), System Beeps, Pause Time, Marathon Mode,  
Custom Message Setup, and Stand By Configuration.  
SETTING  
DEFAULT  
DESCRIPTION  
LANGUAGE  
ENGLISH  
The language of the Message Center display. Choices include  
English, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese,  
Korean, Russian, Turkish, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese.  
USER LANGUAGE  
OFF  
This option, if enabled, gives users the ability to select a language for  
use during a workout. See the topic entitled User Language, in this  
section.  
ENGLISH/METRIC UNITS  
WORKOUT DURATION  
ENGLISH  
The measurement unit type for weight and distance.  
60 (minutes)  
This feature enables fitness club managers to set workout  
duration limits. See the topic Section 5.1, Workout Duration Configuration.  
STANDBY CONFIGURATION  
PAUSE TIME  
ON, 2(hours)  
1 (minute)  
Inactivity Timer: Enables the LCD screen backlight to be turned off due  
to inactivity. See Section 5.1, Standby Configuration.  
The amount of time the unit can be inactive before it reverts back to the  
Welcome Screen.  
CUSTOM MESSAGE SETUP  
PROGRAM TIMEOUT  
ENABLED  
See Using the Custom Message Setup in this section.  
60 Seconds  
The amount of time the user can go without touching the Touchscreen  
during workout setup, before the unit returns to the Welcome Screen  
TO SET DEFAULTS  
Either select appropriate radio buttons to select toggle settings, or use the arrow keys to modify vari-  
able default values. Select DEFAULTS to return all values to original factory settings.  
Maximum Workout Duration: Allows the manager to set a maximum workout limit between 1 and 99  
minutes. The time can be modified using the up or down arrow keys. The unit default is 60 minutes.  
Standby Configuration: Sets the desired amount of time of inactivity before the system automatically  
turns the LCD screen backlight off. The LCD screen will illuminate the next time activity is detected.  
Inactivity Timer can be set from 0 to 24 hours.  
Program Timeout: Sets the amount of time the user can go without touching the Touchscreen while  
setting up their workout, before the console resets back to the Welcome Screen. Program Timeout can  
be set from 20 to 255 seconds. The unit default is 60 seconds.  
Pause Time: Set the amount of time the unit can be inactive before it reverts back to the Welcome  
Screen. Pause Time can be set from 1 to 99 minutes. The unit default is 1 minute.  
Units: Choose between English and Metric.  
Language: The language of the message area display. Choices include English, Portugese, Spanish,  
Dutch, Japanese, Italian, French, and German.  
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CUSTOM MESSAGES  
This configuration allows for a custom message to be displayed across the Welcome Screen.  
Creating/Changing a Custom Message — After entering the Manager’s Configuration, check to make  
sure that Custom Message is enabled, then select CUSTOM MESSAGE SETUP. Upon entering the  
setup screen, a message can be entered using the on-screen keyboard. Use the Shift button to input  
special characters and capital letters. The message will scroll across the top of the screen as the mes-  
sage is being inputted giving real-time feedback.  
Accepting a Custom Message — To accept the Custom Message, simply select the MAIN MENU but-  
ton.  
Erasing a Custom Message — To erase a Custom Message, enter the CUSTOM MESSAGE SETUP  
screen. Select CLEAR MESSAGE and then MAIN MENU.  
USER LANGUAGE  
To enable the User Language option, select the User Language button to enter the User Language  
Setup screen. Toggle the mode from disabled to enabled. Choose the languages to be available for  
user interaction.  
After touching the Welcome Screen to begin, the User Language Selection screen will appear  
requesting the user to choose a language or select Quick Start to begin a workout. Selecting a lan-  
guage is not necessary to begin a workout. Simply press the Quick Start key to start a workout. The  
unit will return to the Welcome Screen if a language or Quick Start is not selected within the default  
program timeout period.  
The following languages are available:  
English, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Russian, Turkish,  
Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese.  
UNITS  
Toggle the default units displayed between English and Metric. Choose “User Selectable” to allow  
users to choose desired units on-screen during a workout.  
MARATHON MODE  
Marathon Mode has no preset or setable goal. It allows the user to workout indefinitely. If enabled, a work-  
out in Marathon Mode ends only if the user chooses to end it.  
CUSTOM WORKOUTS  
2) TV / FM RADIO (IF DETECTED)  
Brings up TV / FM Radio configuration screen, which is used to set and customize TV and FM radio  
reception options.  
TV Setup  
Opens the TV Setup screen allowing adjustment of brightness, contrast, saturation, and hue. Also  
allows choice of TV format, antenna setup, and channel setup.  
To Set Up Channels: select Channel Setup; Auto, Start.  
Audio Only option: Allows only the TV audio to be heard. TV video is disabled.  
To Delete an Unwanted Channel: Choose Channel Setup; Manual, use the Channel Controls to  
choose the channel to be deleted, select delete, return the Channel Setup to Auto.  
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To Restore a Channel: Choose Channel Setup, Manual; use the Channel Controls to choose the chan-  
nel to be restored, select Add, return the Channel Setup to Auto.  
To Adjust Picture Setup: Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Hue can be adjusted by using the  
corresponding arrow buttons. To return to the unit defaults, select Default.  
Max Volume Setup: Opens the Max Volume controls. (Headphones must be used for this function.)  
The upper set of arrows adjusts the volume capacity higher or lower, allowing clubs to compensate for  
average noise levels within. The maximum volume returns to this default after each workout.  
The Volume Down, Volume Up arrows control the volume of the unit for the current usage. After each  
session ends, the unit resets to a mid-range volume corresponding to the maximum volume set up.  
TV Format: Opens the TV Format window. Choose the appropriate country, TV format (NTSC-M,  
PAL-I, PAL-B/G, SECAM-L), and Audio format (M-Korea, B/G FM, D/K1, D/K2, D/K Mono HDEV3,  
D/K3, B/G NICAM, L NICAM-AM, I NICAM, D/K NICAM, D/K NICAM HDEV2, D/K NICAM HDEV3,  
BTSC-Stereo) from the provided listings. Select OK to accept the settings.  
Frequency Tuning: Opens the Frequency Tuning window. Allows channel scanning through all avail-  
able frequencies beginning at 45 MHZ. Begin a scan by selecting Start. Scroll through found channels  
using the Channel Up and Down arrow keys on the screen.  
Channels can be fine tuned using the arrow keys located below the Frequency Tuning Start button.  
Use the Channel Up and Down arrow keys to select a channel to fine tune. Press the Fine Tuning  
arrow keys to adjust the frequency for the best possible picture.  
Select OK to accept channels.  
TV CHANNEL FAVORITES  
Opens the Favorite Channel configuration screen. Up to 9 favorite channels can be stored for quick access  
during a workout. This feature may be enabled or disabled.  
Note: Setting channels using the auto channel setup procedure, as instructed in TV Setup, is recommend-  
ed before attempting to setup favorite channels.  
To Set Up a Favorite Channel: Select (touch) the enable radio button, select the radio button next to  
the input slot desired, select Enter Name, input the channel name using the keyboard display, select  
OK to accept the channel name, select the desired channel using the Up or Down ARROW Keys.  
Continue as desired to set up to 9 favorite channels. Select OK to set the channels to memory.  
TV CHANNEL NAME/SORT  
Opens the Channel Name / Sort configuration screen. Allows the facility manager to customize the TV  
channel list order. This feature may be enabled or disabled.  
Note: Setting channels using the auto channel setup procedure, as instructed in TV Setup, is recommend-  
ed before attempting to setup favorite channels.  
To Set Up a Channel List item:Select (touch) the enable radio button, select the radio button next to  
the input slot desired, select Enter Name, input the channel name using the keyboard display, select  
OK to accept the channel name, select the desired channel using the Up or Down ARROW Keys.  
Continue as desired to set channel list. Select OK to set the channels to memory.  
Validation: The validation checkbox enables or disables viewing of the channel in the list. Select the  
checkbox to enable the channel. If Channel Name / Sort and Channel Favorites are both enabled,  
channels not marked as valid (enabled) in Channel Name / Sort will be removed from Channel  
Favorites.  
Channel Swap: To swap channels within the channel listing, select Channel Swap. Select the radio  
button next to the desired channel. The Channel Swap window will appear showing the channel select-  
ed for swapping. Use the Up or Down arrow keys to select the second channel to swap with the previ-  
ous channel. Select the swap button to preview the channel swap information. Press OK to confirm  
the channel swap or Cancel to exit without swapping channels.  
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SECURE CHANNEL  
Opens the Secure Channel Setup screen. If enabled, one existing input channel can be selected to be a  
dedicated channel for non-broadcast use. Select the Channel Change button to scroll up or down to the  
desired channel. Select the Name Change button to input a name for the secure channel using the the  
keyboard display.  
If enabled, a password can be assigned to the channel further securing channel access.  
PROMO CHANNEL SETUP  
Opens the Promo Channel Setup screen. If enabled, one existing input channel can be selected to be a  
dedicated channel for internal promotional broadcast use. Select the Channel Change button to scroll  
up or down to the desired channel.  
ADVANCED PROMO CHANNEL SETTINGS  
When Promo Channel is enabled, the option becomes available to choose how Promo Channel  
may be configured when viewed in the attract screen.  
If “Promo Channel Only” is selected, only the channel selected as the Promo Channel is available  
for display in the attract screen.  
If “Allow User to Change Channel” is selected, users may change the channel displayed in the  
attract screen using the CHANNEL UP or DOWN arrow keys.  
Within this option, the number of minutes before the TV display returns to the Promo Channel  
is set. Whether or not the unit starts up with the Promo Channel displayed can also be config-  
ured.  
If “Start with Promo Channel” is not selected, the unit will startup and display the last channel  
selected by the user.  
FM RADIO SETUP (IF TUNER IS DETECTED)  
Opens the FM Radio Setup screen. The FM Radio feature may be enabled or disabled. If enabled, this  
screen can be used to set up, delete or restore preset FM radio channels. Preset channels may be  
enabled or disabled. If enabled, the seek forward and back buttons can be used during a workout to  
select from available preset channels. If disabled, the seek forward and back buttons can be used dur-  
ing a workout to select from all available channels with sufficient signal strength for the tuner to detect.  
To Set Up Channels: Select Channel Setup; Auto, Start.  
To Delete an Unwanted Channel: Choose Channel Setup; Manual, use the Channel Controls to  
choose the channel to be deleted, select delete, return the Channel Setup to Auto.  
To Restore a Channel: Choose Channel Setup; Manual, use the Channel Controls to choose  
the channel to be restored, select Add, return the Channel Setup to Auto.  
3)  
CUSTOM WORKOUTS  
Brings up the custom workout configuration screen, which is used to edit any of the 6 custom workouts  
and to name the custom workout. Select the custom workout name to change the name of the custom  
workout. Select from two types of custom workouts: Level or Target Heart Rate. Level is selected if you  
want the workout level to change during the custom workout. The Target Heart Rate is selected if you  
want your Target Heart Rate goal to change during the custom workout. Select the workout time goal  
(total workout time) for your custom workout. Use the arrow keys at the right-hand side of the screen to  
change the value of the item (level or target heart rate percentage) for the given segment. The number  
of intervals is always 30. for Level workouts, the length of each interval equals the selected duration  
divided by 30. For Target Heart Rate workouts, you can have up to 30 different target heart rate goals.  
Once you reach the current segment's target heart rate goal the workout will activate the next segment's  
target heart rate goal.  
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For Level workouts, each interval is identified by the time at which it occurs during the workout. For  
target heart rate workouts, each interval is identified by a number (1 - 30). If Level is selected, a  
graph shows up displaying each interval. For Target Heart Rate workout one graph shows up dis-  
playing each interval. To change intervals use the arrow keys under the word Interval.  
You can save your custom workout after editing by pressing the OK button. Press the Cancel but-  
ton if you do not want to save the custom workout. Press the Clear Workout button to erase the  
custom workout.  
4) TOUCH SCREEN CONFIGURATION  
Follow the instructions on the screen to recalibrate the Touchscreen. When finished touch anywhere on  
the screen to return to the Main Menu.  
5) EXPORT / IMPORT SETTINGS  
Brings up the Export / Import Settings screen wihich is used to import or export manager and manufac-  
turer configurable settings. This can be advantageous when many or all optional features are enabled  
and configured.  
To Export Settings: Turn the unit off at the power switch. Remove the eight screws securing the front  
console to the rear. Carefully tilt the front console forward exposing the console circuit board.  
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Carefully insert a Compactflash  
card into the available slot. Carefully set the console front onto  
the rear console. Turn the unit on at the power switch. Enter the Export / Import Settings through the  
Configuration Menu. Select “Export Settings To Flash Card”. Upon notification, turn the unit off at the  
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power switch. Unplug the Compactflash  
card. Reposition the front console onto the rear console  
and secure them together using the eight previously removed screws. Turn the unit on at the power  
switch.  
To Import Settings: Turn the unit off at the power switch. Remove the eight screws securing the front  
console to the rear. Carefully tilt the front console forward exposing the console circuit board.  
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Carefully insert a Compactflash  
card into the available slot. Carefully set the console front onto  
the rear console. Turn the unit on at the power switch. Enter the Export / Import Settings through the  
Configuration Menu. Select “Import Settings From Flash Card”. Upon notification, turn the unit off at  
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the power switch. Unplug the Compactflash  
card. Reposition the front console onto the rear con-  
sole and secure them together using the eight previously removed screws. Turn the unit on at the  
power switch.  
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NOTE: It is important to turn the unit off before inserting or removing the Compactflash  
card.  
NOTE: Exported setting information is product specific. Treadmill settings can only be imported into  
other, same model treadmills. Treadmill settings cannot be used to update settings of any other product.  
NOTE: This method is not recommended for the setup of basic TV or FM channels. See TV Setup or FM  
Radio Setup to set basic channel configuration.  
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6
SERVICE AND TECHNICAL DATA  
6.1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS  
The Lifecycle Upright Bike is backed by the engineering excellence of Life Fitness and is one of  
the most rugged and trouble-free pieces of exercise equipment on the market today. Commercial  
Life Fitness products have proven to be durable in health clubs, colleges, and military facilities  
the world over. This same technology, engineering expertise, and reliability have gone into the  
Lifecycle Upright Bike.  
NOTE: The safety of the equipment can be maintained only if the equipment is examined regu-  
larly for damage or wear. Keep the equipment out of use until defective parts are repaired or  
replaced. Pay special attention to parts that are subject to wear as outlined in the Preventive  
Maintenance Schedule. See Section 6.2.  
REMARQUE : pour conserver un matériel sûr, il convient de l'inspecter régulièrement afin de  
déceler tout signe d'usure ou d'endommagement. N'utilisez pas l'appareil tant que les pièces  
défectueuses n'ont pas été réparées ou remplacées. Portez une attention toute particulière aux  
pièces qui s'usent, comme indiqué ci-dessous.  
The following preventive maintenance tips will keep the Lifecycle Upright Bike operating at peak  
performance:  
Locate the bike in a cool, dry place.  
Keep the pedal straps fastened securely when using the bike.  
Keep the display console free of fingerprints and salt build-up caused by sweat.  
Use a 100% cotton cloth, lightly moistened with water and mild liquid detergent, to  
clean the bike. Other fabrics, including paper towels, may scratch the surface.  
Do not use ammonia or acid-based cleaners.  
Long fingernails may damage or scratch the surface of the console; use the pad of the  
finger to press the selection buttons on the console and touchscreen.  
Clean the housing thoroughly on a regular basis.  
NOTE: A non-abrasive cleaner and soft cotton cloth are strongly recommended for cleaning the  
exterior of the unit. At no time should cleaner be applied directly to any part of the equipment;  
apply the non-abrasive cleaner on a soft cloth, and then wipe the unit.  
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6.2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE  
Follow the schedule below to ensure proper operation of the product.  
ITEM  
WEEKLY  
MONTHLY  
BI-ANNUALLY  
ANNUALLY  
Display Console  
Console Mounting Bolts  
Accessory Tray  
Frame  
Clean  
Inspect  
Inspect  
Clean  
Clean  
Clean  
Clean  
Inspect  
Inspect  
Plastic Covers  
Pedals and Straps  
Inspect  
Inspect  
6.3 TROUBLESHOOTING THE LIFEPULSE SYSTEM SENSORS  
If the heart rate reading is erratic or missing, do the following:  
Dry moist hands to prevent slipping.  
Grasp all four sensors, two in each hand.  
Grasp the sensors firmly.  
Apply constant pressure around the sensors.  
Clean the sensors with a damp cloth.  
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6.4 TROUBLESHOOTING THE POLAR HEART RATE CHEST STRAP  
HEART RATE READING IS ERRATIC, ABNORMALLY ELEVATED, OR ABSENT ENTIRELY  
Probable Cause  
Corrective Action  
Malfunction  
Belt transmitter electrodes are not  
wet enough to pick up accurate  
heart rate readings.  
Wet the belt transmitter elec-  
trodes (see section 3.2).  
Heart rate reading is erratic or  
absent entirely  
Belt transmitter electrodes are not  
laying flat against the skin.  
Ensure the belt transmitter elec-  
trodes are laying flat against the  
skin (see section 3.2).  
Belt transmitter needs cleaning.  
Wash the belt transmitter with  
mild soap and water.  
Belt transmitter is not within 3 feet  
(one meter) of the heart rate  
receiver.  
Make sure the chest strap trans-  
mitter is within three feet (one  
meter) of the heart rate receiver.  
Chest strap battery is depleted.  
Contact Life Fitness Customer  
Support Services* for instructions  
on how to have the chest strap  
replaced.  
Electromagnetic interference from  
television sets and/or antennas.  
Move the treadmill a few inches  
away from the probable cause, or  
move the probable cause a few  
inches away from the treadmill,  
until the heart rate readings are  
accurate.  
Abnormally elevated heart rate  
readings  
Electromagnetic interference from  
cell phones.  
Electromagnetic interference from  
computers.  
Electromagnetic interference from  
cars.  
Electromagnetic interference from  
high voltage power lines.  
Electromagnetic interference from  
motor driven exercise equipment.  
Electromagnetic interference from  
another heart rate transmitter with-  
in three feet (one meter).  
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6.5 HOW TO OBTAIN PRODUCT SERVICE  
1. Verify the symptom and review the operating instructions. The problem may be unfamil-  
iarity with the product and its features and workouts.  
2. Locate and document the serial number of the unit. This number consists of three letters  
followed by six numbers. The serial number label is located on the front stabilizer at the  
bottom of the unit.  
call the nearest Life Fitness Customer Support Services group:  
For Product Service within  
the United States and Canada:  
Telephone: (+1) 847.451.0036  
FAX: (+1) 847.288.3702  
Toll-free telephone: 800.351.3737  
For Product Service Internationally:  
Life Fitness Asia Pacific Ltd (Asia &  
Australia, except local Life Fitness offices)  
Telephone: (+852) 2891.6677  
Life Fitness Europe GmbH  
Telephone: (+49) 089.317.751.66  
FAX: (+49) 089.317.751.38  
FAX: (+852) 2575.6001  
Life Fitness (UK) LTD  
Telephone: (+44) 1353.665.507  
FAX: (+44) 1353.666.719  
Life Fitness Latin America  
and Caribbean  
Telephone: (+1) 847.288.3964  
FAX: (+1) 847 288.3886  
Life Fitness Atlantic BV (Europe, Middle  
East & Africa except local Life Fitness  
offices)  
Life Fitness Benelux  
Telephone: (+31) 180.646.666  
FAX: (+31) 180.646.699  
Life Fitness do Brazil  
Telephone (+55) 11.4193.8282  
FAX: (+55) 11.4193.8283  
Life Fitness Japan  
Telephone: (+81) 3.3359.4309  
FAX: (+81) 3.3359.4307  
Life Fitness Italia S.R.L.  
Telephone: 800.438.836  
FAX: (+39) 0457.238.197  
Life Fitness Iberia (Spain)  
Telephone : (+34) 93.672.4660  
FAX : (+34) 93.672.4670  
Life Fitness Austria Vertriebs GmbH  
Telephone: (+43) 1615.7198  
FAX: (+43) 1615.7198.20  
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Maximum user weight:  
Upper Touchscreen:  
Channel coverage:  
Antenna:  
SPECIFICATIONS  
7.1 95CE LIFECYCLE UPRIGHT EXERCISE BIKE SPECIFICATIONS  
Designed use:  
Heavy/Commercial  
400 pounds / 181 kilograms  
12.1 in. Diagonal, 800 x 600 TFT LCD  
VHF: 2-13/UHF: 14-69/CATV: 1-125  
75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF  
(>43dBuV (@75ohm) or > 65.8dBm)  
Headphone Jack:  
300 milliwatt, 3.5mm Stereo  
Broadcast Capabilities:  
NTSC tuner supports NTSC-Japan, NTSC-HRC, NTSC-M, PAL-M and PAL-N.  
PAL/SECAM tuner supports PAL B/G, PAL-I, PAL-D/K, SECAM-L and SECAM-D/K.  
Control Panel:  
Screens:  
Arrow keys, screen lock and unlock, Cooldown, Quick Start, and TV controls.  
Workout Selection, Workout Setup and Workout Progress Screens  
Information Displayed:  
Distance, Mode (Bike or Constant Calories, CAL/HR), Calories, CAL/HR, *Watts,  
METs, Elapsed Time (or Remaining Time, or Hidden Time), Time in Zone, Level,  
RPM, and Target Heart Rate (for heart workouts), TV (on, zoom).  
Summaries:  
Workouts:  
Total elapsed time of workout, total calories burned, total distance, and time in  
zone (when applicable.)  
Quick Start, Fat Burn, Manual, Random, Cardio, and Hill Zone Training including: Heart  
Rate Hill, Heart Rate Interval, and Heart Rate Extreme. Hill Plus including: Around the  
World, Foothills, Kilimanjaro, Interval, Cascades, and Speed Training. Personal Trainer  
including: Watts, METs , Aerobics Trainer, Life Fitness Fit Test and Air Force PRT.  
Heart rate monitor:  
Lifepulse system sensors and Polar telemetry heart rate monitoring system.  
Polar heart rate chest strap (optional)  
Intensity levels:  
Pedal size  
26 (0 to 25)  
5 inches x 5.5 inches / 127 millimeters x 140 millimeters  
Drive type:  
Belt/alternator  
Power Requirements:  
Accessory Tray:  
Color:  
Refer to Section 1.3 - Setup, Electrical Power Requirements  
Standard  
Gray / Silver  
Ports (1):  
Type RJ45 Network ready connection  
F-type connector  
CATV (1):  
ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS:  
Length 54 inches / 137 centimeters  
Width  
26 inches / 66 centimeters  
Height 51 inches / 129 centimeters  
Weight 134 pounds / 61 kilograms  
SHIPPING DIMENSIONS: Base  
Length 57 inches / 145 centimeters  
Width 29 inches / 74 centimeters  
Console  
Length 19 inches / 48.25 centimeters  
Width  
24 inches / 61 centimeters  
Height 44 inches / 112 centimeters  
Weight 165 pounds / 75 kilograms  
Height 8 inches / 20.3 centimeters  
Weight 15 pounds / 6.8 kilograms  
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M051-00K63-B124  
Life Fitness World Headquarters  
5100 North River Road  
Schiller Park, IL 60176  

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