Page 2 - New Balance Fitness Equipment; TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Important Safety Instructions ...........................................................2 Unit Warning Labels ..........................................................................3 Specifications & Parts .......................................................................3 Introductio...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Read all instructions before using this machine.; should not be undertaken without first consulting a physician.; KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Before starting this or any other exercise program, consult your physician, who can assistyou in determining the target heart rate zoneappropriate for your age and physical condition.Certain exercise programs or types of equipmentmay not be appropriate for all peop...
Page 4 - UNIT WARNING LABELS; WARNING
3 Important: See below for placement of the following warning labels on your unit. Specifications: Approximate: Length: 85” Width: 22” Height: 65-1/2 ” Water Bottle and Holder • Battery Charger Roller • Stationary Handlebar • Pulse Sensor • Computer • Product Weight: Approx. 176 lbs. Maximum User We...
Page 5 - COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS; Retain this manual for future reference.; CONGRATULATIONS ON PURCHASING
4 COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS Dear Customer, Congratulations on your purchase of the elliptical trainer. We’re sure that you will be completely satisfied with the product and we invite your comments so that we can hear about your success. Please write or call our Customer Service Specialistsat the address...
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS; Fastener Pack; IMPORTANT; PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING.
5 Tools Required:(included) Multi Hex Tool withPhillips Screwdriver Allen Wrench Occasionally our products contain components that are pre-lubricatedat the factory. We recommend that you protect flooring, or anything elsethe parts may contact, with newspaper or cloth. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS water bot...
Page 8 - STEP 4 – Computer Installation; STEP 3 – Vertical Column Installation
7 STEP 4 – Computer Installation a) Remove battery door from back of Computer, insert (4) “AA” Rechargeable Batteries and replace the battery door, see Figure 4a. b) Remove (4) Phillips Bolts from back of Computer. c) Connect Computer Wires and Vertical Column Wires together and carefully tuck wires...
Page 9 - STEP 5 – Swing Arm Installation; STEP 7 – Stationary Handlebar Installation
STEP 6 – Assemble Swing Arms and Connecting Arms a) Remove (1) Allen Bolt, (1) Spacer, (1) Washer and(1) Nylon Nut from the Left Swing Arm. b) Position Left Connecting Arm inside “U” Bracket onLeft Swing Arm, see Figure 6, and align bolt holes. c) Insert the (1) Allen Bolt that was removed in Step 6...
Page 10 - Assembly is now complete.; Please read pages 10-12 before beginning; STEP 8 – Water Bottle and Holder; STEP 9 – Charging the Batteries
9 Assembly is now complete. IMPORTANT: Please read pages 10-12 before beginning your workout for important instructions on how to use your elliptical trainer. STEP 8 – Water Bottle and Holder Installation a) Remove (2) Phillips Screws from Vertical Column,see Figure 8. b) Align Water Bottle Holder o...
Page 11 - Getting On; Getting Off; Correct Workout Position; GETTING STARTED
Once your elliptical trainer is assembled, make sure that your workout space has a solid, level surfacewith plenty of space around it. We recommend placing a mat under your unit to protect your flooring.Before you begin your first workout on the elliptical trainer, practice getting on and off your t...
Page 12 - Stationary Handlebars; CHANGING FOOT POSITIONS; Using the Pulse Sensors on the Swing Arms; both; Using the Swing Arms
Stationary Handlebars Place your hands in the middle of the stationary handlebars. Adjust yourhands left and right until you find the position most comfortable for you.Bend your elbows slightly so that your arms are not hyperextended or“locked out”. Using the stationary handlebars during your workou...
Page 13 - HEART RATE CHEST STRAP AND RECEIVER
the Computer may not be picking up a strong Heart Beat signal. Change the position of yourhands on the Hand Pulse Sensors. If using the Chest Strap, add water or conductive gel to the (2) conductive rubber areas or re-adjust the position of the strap on your chest. A horizontal position provides the...
Page 14 - OPERATING THE COMPUTER; Introduction; UP; Window Display
13 OPERATING THE COMPUTER Introduction This unit is equipped with a programmableComputer to help track your progress and motivate you to reach your fitness goals. The Computer features several different workoutprograms that will tailor to your individual fitnessgoals. Simply press the Reset Button, ...
Page 15 - Lower Window Display
Programs 1 - 6 (P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6) 14 DISTANCE: Total miles or kilometers traveled during the workout are tracked and counted inincrements of 0.1, from 0.1 to 99.9. Select miles orkilometers with the switch located on the back ofthe Computer. SPEED: Current workout speed is displayed in either ...
Page 17 - FITNESS TEST SCORES
16 Results Mode After an exercise program has been completedthe Computer goes directly into Results Mode.In Results Mode the Upper Window Display willautomatically set to Scan Mode and will displaythe following values: 1) TIME: Time of exercise 2) CALORIES: Total Approximate Calories expended 3) DIS...
Page 18 - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
17 Q. Is there any danger to the unit if I charge theComputer for more than 4 hours, or if I leave thecharger plugged in indefinitely? A. No, charging the unit beyond 4 hours or leavingthe charger in the Computer indefinitely, will notharm the Computer or the batteries. Q. Can I use exercise power t...
Page 19 - Please review this section before you begin exercising.; EXERCISE GUIDELINES; CARDIORESPIRATORY ENDURANCE; MUSCULAR STRENGTH; MUSCULAR ENDURANCE; FLEXIBILITY; BODY COMPOSITION; A COMPLETE EXERCISE PROGRAM
18 IMPORTANT Please review this section before you begin exercising. EXERCISE GUIDELINES IMPORTANT: If you are over 35 and have been inactive for several years, you should consult your physician, who may or may not recommend agraded exercise test. If you are just beginning your exercise program,your...
Page 21 - CLOTHING
20 individual would need to keep their heart rate at or above 126 beats per minute to get a cardiovascular effect. Note: Although 70% was used in this example, the heart rate range neededto achieve results falls between 60% and 85% ofyour maximum heart rate. If you are just beginning your exercise p...
Page 22 - TABLE 2; HEART RATE TARGET ZONE; TABLE 1; Heart
21 TABLE 2 Exercise Warm Up THR% Cool Down Total Sessions Total Time Week Period Minutes Period Time Per Wk. Per Wk. & 1 & 2 5 min 60-65% - 8 5 min 17 min 3 51 min & 3 & 4 5 min 65-70% -10 5 min 20 min 3 60 min & 5 & 6 5 min 70-75% -15 5 min 25 min 3 75 min & 7 & 8 5 ...
Page 23 - Quadriceps Stretch; Calf and Achilles Stretch; WARM UP & COOL DOWN STRETCHES
22 Stretches can help improve flexibility and relieve the tightness in musclesthat results from repetitive sport movements that require a limited rangeof motion, like elliptical striding. 10 to 12 minutes of daily stretching is recommended. This can be done when warming up or cooling down.When perfo...
Page 24 - Standing Hamstrings Stretch; Inner Thigh Stretch
23 4. Back Stretch Stand with your legs shoulder length apart and your kneesslightly bent. Bend forward from your waist with your armsextending loosely in front of your body. Gently bend from thewaist flexing your body as far forward as it will go. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds. Straighten up and repeat...
Page 25 - CARE & STORAGE OF ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
24 Instructions For Moving Your Unit Your elliptical trainer is portable. If you need tochange the location of your unit, please follow the steps below. • Unplug the unit when done charging the batteries. • Stand behind the unit and grasp the Stabilizer Bar located at the rear of the unit. Lift up u...
Page 26 - WORKOUT PROGRESS CHARTS
WORKOUT PROGRESS CHARTS Use the charts below and on the following pages tokeep track of your progress over time. Before writingon them, make as many copies as you think you’llneed. We suggest you keep these in a notebook. Youwill find it both informative and motivational to lookback at what you’ve d...
Page 27 - EXERCISE DATA CHARTS
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Page 28 - RIGHT REAR FOOT TUBE KIT – NB950-K2R; REPLACEMENT KITS; LEFT REAR FOOT TUBE KIT – NB950-K2L; RIGHT SWING ARM KIT – NB950-K1R; LEFT SWING ARM KIT – NB950-K1L
RIGHT REAR FOOT TUBE KIT – NB950-K2R KIT INCLUDES: PART # DESCRIPTION QTY 15 M4 x 12mm Phillips Screw 4 16 Foot Platform 1 18 Wheel Cover 1 33 Right Rear Foot Tube 1 36 & 44 Roller w/Bearings 1 49 M8 Thick Nylon Nut 2 50 M8 Washer 3 59 Non Skid 1 60 M6 x 15mm Phillips Screw 6 62 M8 x 80mm Allen ...
Page 29 - REPLACEMENT PARTS
28 REPLACEMENT PARTS Foot Platform (16)Non Skid (59)M6 x 15mm Phillips Screw (60) Stationary Handlebar (2)Stationary Handlebar Plug (37)Stationary Handlebar Grip (97) Outside Front Foot Tube Cover (11)Inside Front Foot Tube Cover (12)M4 x 12mm Phillips Screw (15) End Cap (17)Right Roller Tube (45R)M...
Page 30 - Dedication to Quality; New Balance
New Balance Fitness Equipment warrants this product to be free from all defects in material and workmanship when used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. See Limited Warranty Card for details. If you have any comments or questions contact our Customer Service Department, toll free at 1-800...