Page 2 - Table of Contents
CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. CAUTION ! Table of Contents IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 3 - Important Precautions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed. Read all instructionsbefore using this exercise product. WARNING! To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons: • Use this exercise product for its intended use as descr...
Page 6 - Before You Begin
6 CONGRATULATIONS! on choosing a recumbent bike. You’ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your HorizonFitness recumbent bike is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals.Regular use of your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike can impro...
Page 7 - Assembly
7 Assembly UNPACKING Unpack the product where you will be using it. Place the product on a level flat surface. It is recom-mended that you place a protective covering on your floor. Note: It is recommended that you applygrease to the threads of each bolt as you assemble the product, to prevent loose...
Page 10 - Recumbent Operation & Adjustment
10 POWER Your recumbent bike is powered by a power supply. The power supply must be plugged into the powerjack, which is located in the front of the machine near the front foot tube. LEVELING The recumbent bike should be level for optimum use. Once you have placed the recumbent bikewhere you intend ...
Page 12 - Console Features & Display
2.1R QUICK START UP Simply press the “Start” button to begin exercising. The console will automatically start counting. RESET Press and hold the “Stop” button to reset the recumbent. 2.1R VIEW 12 Console Features & Display
Page 18 - End
18 CHOOSING A PROGRAM To choose a program, press the quick program key. The program namewill scroll across the display. Press “Select” to choose your program.Once you choose a program, you will see the level flashing in theDistance/Speed window. CHOOSING A TIME With the time flashing, press the up o...
Page 19 - Program Profiles
19 Program Profiles P1 MANUAL Customized workouts, allowing the user to adjust resistance level to the user's preference. P2 INTERVALS Improves your strength, speed, and endurance by raising and lowering the resistance levels through-out your workout to involve both your heart and muscles. P3 ROLLIN...
Page 20 - Program Charts
20 P2 INTERVALS Time-based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from.Peak segments last 30 seconds, valley segments last 90 seconds.Warm-up and cool-down last 5:00 minutes each and are included in program times. P3 ROLLING Time-based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from.All segments las...
Page 26 - Troubleshooting & Maintenance Procedures
26 WHAT KIND OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED? We use sealed bearings throughout our bikes so lubrication is not needed. The most important main-tenance step is to simply wipe your perspiration off the bike after each use. HOW DO I CLEAN MY HORIZON FITNESS RECUMBENT BIKE? Clean with soap and water...
Page 29 - Common Product Questions
29 ARE THE SOUNDS MY RECUMBENT BIKE MAKES NORMAL? Our recumbent bikes are some of the quietest available because they use belt drives and friction freemagnetic resistance. We use the highest grade bearings and belts to minimize noise. However,because the resistance system itself is so quiet, you wil...
Page 30 - Conditioning Guidelines
30 Always consult your physician before beginning an exercise program. HOW OFTEN? The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to main-tain cardiovascular fitness. If you have other goals such as weight or fat loss, you will achieve yourgoal faster with m...
Page 32 - Monitoring Your Heart Rate
32 FEEDBACK Your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike offers two heart rate feedback options. You may choose to usethe heart rate handlebars, or the chest transmitter for a hands free workout. (3.1R only) HEART RATE HANDLEBAR Place the palm of your hands directly on the heart rate handlebars. Both hands m...
Page 33 - Heart Rate Chart
33 THR ZONE Your ‘Target Heart Rate Zone’ is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. Target Zones will vary foreach individual, depending on age, current level of conditioning, and personal fitness goals. TheAmerican Heart Association recommends working-out at a ‘Target Heart Rate Zone’ of between ...
Page 34 - Developing A Fitness Program; TIPS
STRETCH FIRST Before using your Horizon Fitness product, it is best to take a few minutes doing a few gentle stretch-ing exercises. Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise relat-ed injury. Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion. Do no...
Page 36 - Achieving Your Fitness Goals
An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to determine your goals. Is your pri-mary goal for exercising on your Horizon Fitness recumbent bike to lose weight? Improve muscle?Burn Stress? Prepare for the spring racing schedule? Knowing what your goals are will help youdevelop a m...
Page 37 - Weekly Log Sheets
Page 38 - Monthly Log Sheets
Page 39 - Limited Warranty
FRAME • LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and materials for the life-time of the original owner. BRAKE • LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the brake against defects in workmanship and materials for the life-time of the original owner. ELECTRONICS & PARTS ...