Model No. EPEL69908.

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Serial No. USER'S MANUAL
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above for reference.

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this equipment. Keep this manual
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT

This drawing shows the location(s) of the warning

decal(s). If a decal is missing or illegible, see the
front cover of this manual and request a free
replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location
shown. Note: The decal(s) may not be shown at
actual size.

iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPod® is not included.

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 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical before using your elliptical. ICON
assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of
this product.

1. Before beginning any exercise program, 9. The elliptical should not be used by persons
consult your physician. This is especially weighing more than 350 lbs. (159 kg).
important for persons over age 35 or
persons with pre-existing health problems. 10. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
2. Use the elliptical only as described in this caught on the elliptical. Always wear athletic
manual. shoes for foot protection while exercising.

3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure 11. Hold the handgrip pulse sensors or the
that all users of the elliptical are adequately handlebars when mounting, dismounting, or
informed of all precautions. using the elliptical.

4. The elliptical is intended for home use only. 12. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Do not use the elliptical in a commercial, Various factors may affect the accuracy of
rental, or institutional setting. heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is
intended only as an exercise aid in
5. Keep the elliptical indoors, away from determining heart rate trends in general.
moisture and dust. Do not put the elliptical in
a garage or covered patio, or near water. 13. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the
pedals will continue to move until the
6. Place the elliptical on a level surface, with at flywheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed
least 3 ft. (0.9 m) of clearance in the front and in a controlled way.
rear of the elliptical and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each
side. To protect the floor or carpet from dam- 14. Keep your back straight while using the
age, place a mat under the elliptical. elliptical; do not arch your back.

7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts 15. Over exercising may result in serious injury
regularly. Replace any worn parts or death. If you feel faint or if you experience
immediately. pain while exercising, stop immediately and
cool down.
8. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical at all times.

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 BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the revolutionary EPIC™ EL reading this manual, please see the front cover of this
2980 elliptical. Cycling is an effective exercise for manual. To help us assist you, note the product model
increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, number and serial number before contacting us. The
and toning the body. The EL 2980 elliptical provides an model number and the location of the serial number
impressive selection of features designed to make decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.
your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable.
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
you use the elliptical. If you have questions after

Handlebar
Console

Music Port for iPod

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Water Bottle Holder*

Wheel

Leveling Foot

Pedal

Handle

Leveling Foot *Water bottle is not included

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 ASSEMBLY
To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the elliptical, call 1-800-445-2480.

Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical in a cleared area and remove the packing mate-
rials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.

In addition to the included tool(s), assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver , an

adjustable wrench , and a rubber mallet .

See the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. The number in parentheses below each
drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The number following the
key number is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it
has been preassembled. To avoid damaging parts, do not use power tools for assembly.

M8 Small M10 Split Wave Washer M10 Washer M8 Washer

Washer (18)–4 Washer (85)–6 (78)–4 (67)–6 (69)–4

M8 Locknut M10 Locknut M4 x 16mm M4 x 19mm M8 x 19mm Button

(72)–4 (70)–2 Screw (47)–4 Screw (57)–2 Screw (56)–4

M8 x 38mm Button M8 x 55mm Bolt M10 x 13mm Button

Bolt (58)–4 Set (82)–2 Screw (54)–6

M10 x 25mm Patch M10 x 65mm Bolt

Screw (48)–6 Set (80)–2

M10 x 123mm Button Bolt (38)–2

Thrust Washer
(66)–4

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 1. 1
To make assembly easier, read the
information on page 5 before you begin.

Attach the Stabilizer (8) to the Frame (1) with

two M10 x 123mm Button Bolts (38) and two
M10 Locknuts (70) (only one is shown). 38 8
Tighten two Leveling Feet (36) into the under-
side of the Stabilizer (8).

36 1
70

2. Have a second person hold the Upright (2) near 2

the Frame (1) as shown. 77

See the inset drawing. Locate the wire tie in

the Upright (2). Tie the lower end of the wire tie
to the Wire Harness (77). Next, pull the upper
end of the wire tie upward out of the top of the
Upright. Then, untie and discard the wire tie. 2
Tip: To prevent the Wire Harness from falling Avoid pinching
into the Upright, secure the Wire Harness the wires
with the wire tie.
48
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Insert the
Upright (2) into the Frame (1).
85
Attach the Upright (2) with four M10 x 25mm 1
85
Patch Screws (48) and four M10 Split Washers
(85). 48
85

Wire Tie
77

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 3. Attach the Track Frame (4) to the Frame (1) with 3
two M10 x 25mm Patch Screws (48) and two
M10 Split Washers (85).

Tip: Finger tighten an M10 x 25mm Patch

Screw (48) into the lower hole first, and then 1 85 48
finger tighten a Patch Screw into the upper
hole. Then, tighten both Patch Screws. 85 48
4
Tip: This step may be easier if you raise the
Frame (1) a few inches in the location shown
by the arrow at the right while you attach the
Track Frame (4).

See the inset drawing. Tighten two Leveling

Feet (36) into the underside of the Track Frame
(4).

36

4. Apply a small amount of the included grease to 4

the sides of two Wave Washers (78) and to two
Thrust Washers (66).

Slide a Weld Spacer (68) onto the left Crank

Arm (37).

Next, identify the Left Track Arm (12), which is

marked with a “Left” sticker.

Orient the Left Track Arm (12) as shown, and 37

slide it onto the left Crank Arm (37). Then, slide
a Wave Washer (78) on the end of the left Crank Grease
11
Arm.
68
Slide an M8 Small Washer (18) and an Axle Cap
(41) onto an M8 x 19mm Button Screw (56). 78
66
Next, slide a Thrust Washer (66) onto the shoul-
der of the Axle Cap. 18 41
56
12
Then, tighten the M8 x 19mm Button Screw (56)
into the end of the left Crank Arm (37). Make
sure that the Thrust Washer (66) remains on
the shoulder of the Axle Cap (41), and that
the Wave Washer (78) remains on the end of
the left Crank Arm.

Repeat this step to attach the Right Track

Arm (11).

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 5. Identify the Left Pedal Leg (14), which is marked
5
with a “Left” sticker.
21
Attach a Pedal (21) to the Left Pedal Leg (14)
with three M10 x 13mm Button Screws (54) and
three M10 Washers (67). Make sure that the
Button Screws are in the indicated holes. 14
The other holes in the Left Pedal Leg are not
used.

Attach the other Pedal (not shown) to the

Right Pedal Leg (not shown) in the same 67
way. 67

54
54

6. Apply grease to the barrel of an M10 x 65mm 6

Bolt Set (80). 13

Fit the bracket on the Left Pedal Leg (14) onto

the bracket on the Left Track Arm (12).

Attach the Left Pedal Leg (14) to the Left Track 80

Arm (12) with the M10 x 65mm Bolt Set (80).
14
Attach the Right Pedal Leg (13) to the Right
Track Arm (not shown) in the same way.

Grease

80

12

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 7. Identify the Left Handlebar (19), which is marked 7
with a “Left” sticker.

Insert the Left Handlebar (19) into one of the

Handlebar Legs (17). Next, turn the Left
Handlebar and the Handlebar Leg so that the 19 20
wide side of the pivot tube on the Left
Handlebar is above the hexagonal holes in
the Handlebar Leg.
Wide side of
Attach the Left Handlebar (19) with two M8 x pivot tube
38mm Button Bolts (58) and two M8 Locknuts
(72). Make sure that the Locknuts are inside
the hexagonal holes. Do not tighten the
Button Bolts yet.

Assemble the Right Handlebar (20) and the

other Handlebar Leg (17) in the same way.
58 72 58

Hexagonal
Holes
17 17

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 8. Apply a small amount of grease to the sides of 8
two Wave Washers (78) and to two Thrust
Washers (66).

Slide the Left Handlebar (19) onto the

Handlebar Axle (16) as shown.
20
Next, slide a Wave Washer (78) onto the end of
the Handlebar Axle (16).
19
66
Slide an M8 Small Washer (18) and an Axle Cap 16 56
(41) onto an M8 x 19mm Button Screw (56). 18
Next, slide a Thrust Washer (66) onto the shoul- 41
der of the Axle Cap. 78 78
66 Grease
Then, tighten the M8 x 19mm Button Screw (56) 18
a few turns into the end of the Handlebar Axle Grease
(16). Make sure that the Thrust Washer (66) 56 41
remains on the shoulder of the Axle Cap (41),
and that the Wave Washer (78) remains on
the end of the Handlebar Axle.

Assemble the Right Handlebar (20) in the

same way.

Then, tighten both M8 x 19mm Button Screws

(56) at the same time.

9. Apply grease to the barrel of an M8 x 55mm Bolt 9

Set (82) and to a 7mm Spacer (55).

Slide an M8 Washer (69) and the 7mm Spacer

(55) onto the barrel of the M8 x 55mm Bolt Set
(82).

While a second person holds the front end of the

Left Pedal Leg (14) inside the bracket on the left 13
Handlebar Leg (17), insert the barrel of the M8 x
55mm Bolt Set (82) through both parts.

Slide the 7mm Spacer (55) and an M8 Washer

(69) onto the end of the barrel of the M8 x 55mm
Bolt Set (82). Then, turn the screw of the Bolt
Set a few turns into the barrel. Do not over-
tighten the Bolt Set; the left Handlebar Leg 17 55
must pivot freely. 82
Grease 55 69
Attach the right Handlebar Leg (not shown)
to the Right Pedal Leg (13) in the same way.
69 14
See step 7. Tighten the four M8 x 38mm Button 82
Bolts (58).

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 10. Remove and discard the wire tie on the Wire 10
Harness (77).
74
While a second person holds the Console (74)
near the Upright (2), connect the wires on the
Console to the Pulse Jumper Wire (76) and to
the Wire Harness (77). Insert the excess wire
into the Upright. 76

Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Set the 47

Console (74) on the Upright (2). Attach the 77
Console with four M4 x 16mm Screws (47).

Avoid pinching
the wires

11. Attach the Water Bottle Holder (26) to the 11

Upright (2) with two M4 x 19mm Screws (57).

2
26

57

12. Plug the Power Adapter (71) into the receptacle 12

on the frame of the elliptical.

To plug the Power Adapter (71) into an outlet,

see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER
ADAPTER on page 12.
71

13. Make sure that all parts are properly tight-

ened before you use the elliptical. Note: After
assembly is completed, some extra parts may
be left over. Place a mat beneath the elliptical to
protect the floor.

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 HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL
HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER ADAPTER HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL

IMPORTANT: If the elliptical has been exposed to If the elliptical rocks slightly on your floor during use,
cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem- turn the leveling feet under the front and rear of the
perature before plugging in the power adapter. If elliptical until the rocking motion is eliminated.
you do not do this, you may damage the console
displays or other electronic components. HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL

Plug the power To mount the elliptical, hold the handlebars and step
adapter into the onto the pedal that is in the lowest position. Next, step
receptacle on the onto the other pedal. Push the pedals until they begin
frame of the elliptical. to move with a continuous motion.
Then, plug the power
adapter into an
appropriate outlet Power Adapter
that is properly
installed in accor-
dance with all local codes and ordinances. Handlebars

HOW TO MOVE AND LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL Pedal

Disc
Due to the size and weight of the elliptical, moving
it requires two persons. With the help of a second
person, lift the handle on the rear of the elliptical until
the elliptical will roll on the front wheels. Carefully
move the elliptical to the desired location and then
lower it. Pedals

Wheel

Note: The pedal discs can turn in either direction. It

is recommended that you turn the pedal discs in
the direction shown by the arrow above; however,
for variety you can turn the pedal discs in the
opposite direction.

Handle To dismount the elliptical, wait until the pedals come to

a complete stop. Note: The elliptical does not have a
free wheel; the pedals will continue to move until
the flywheel stops. When the pedals are stationary,
CAUTION: To decrease the risk of injury, bend step off the higher pedal first. Then, step off the lower
your legs and keep your back straight. Make sure pedal.
to use your legs rather than your back to lift the
elliptical. Do not attempt to move the elliptical over
an uneven surface.

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 CONSOLE DIAGRAM

Navigation
Buttons

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The console features a fitness journal, which automati-
cally records and stores your exercise information so
This console offers an array of features designed to that you can view your workout history and track your
make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. progress.

When you use the manual mode of the console, you You can even listen to your favorite music or audio
can change the resistance of the pedals with the touch books with the console sound system while you exer-
of a button. While you exercise, the console will dis- cise. This product has been designed specifically to
play continuous exercise feedback. You can also work with iPod® and has been certified by the devel-
measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sen- oper to meet Apple performance standards.
sor.
To personalize console settings, see page 14. To
In addition, the console offers twenty preset workouts. identify yourself as User 1 or User 2, see page 15.
Each workout automatically changes the resistance of To use the manual mode, see page 16. To use a
the pedals and prompts you to vary your pedaling pace preset workout, see page 17. To use a heart rate
as it guides you through an effective workout. workout, see page 18. To view the fitness journal,
see page 20. To reset the fitness journal, see page
The console also offers four heart rate workouts that 21. To use the sound system, see page 21.
change the resistance of the pedals to keep your heart
rate near a target heart rate while you exercise. Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face of
the console, remove the plastic.

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 HOW TO PERSONALIZE CONSOLE SETTINGS 2. Enter user information.

The console has a user mode that allows you to desig- To enter your user information, first highlight the
nate yourself as User 1 or User 2, enter user SETUP option and press the Enter button. The
information before you begin exercising, and select setup menu will then appear in the display.
console settings. The user information you enter will
also be recorded and stored in the fitness journal, Next, highlight the SETUP USER 1 or SETUP
which allows you to view your workout history (see USER 2 option and press the Enter button. The
HOW TO VIEW THE FITNESS JOURNAL on page user information menu will then appear in the dis-
20). play.

Follow the steps below to personalize console settings.

1. Select the user mode.

To select the user mode, press the Enter button.

The console can store information and keep track
of workout history for two different users.

When you select the user mode, the word LOGIN You can now enter your name and your weight.
will appear in the display for a few seconds and Highlight the desired option in the menu and press
then the user mode menu will appear. the Enter button. A flashing cursor will appear in a
field in the display. To enter a number or letter
above the cursor, press the up and down
Navigation buttons. To move the cursor, press the
left and right Navigation buttons. When you have
finished entering the desired numbers or letters in
the field, press the Enter button. Repeat this action
to enter all the desired user information. Note: For
more information about the RESET JOURNAL
option, see page 21.
IMPORTANT: To highlight options within a
menu, press the up, down, left, or right
Navigation buttons. To select options within a
menu, press the Enter button (see the drawing
on page 13).

Note: To exit the user mode at any time, press the

Back button repeatedly until the manual mode is
selected (see page 16). To re-enter the user mode
from the manual mode, press the Enter button. To exit the user information menu, press the Back
button. The setup menu will then appear in the dis-
play.

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 3. Select a default user setting. When you have finished setting the date, press the
Enter button. The time setting will then appear in
The console can record, store, and load informa- the display.
tion for two different users. The default user setting
allows you to choose the user information that will To set the time, first press the left and right
be loaded and recorded when you turn on the con- Navigation buttons to select the hour or minute
sole at the beginning of a workout session. field. Then, press the up and down Navigation but-
tons to select the desired hour or minute; make
To select a default user setting, first highlight the sure to select the correct AM or PM time in the
SELECT DEFAULT USER option in the setup hour field. When you have finished setting the
menu and press the Enter button. A list of default time, press the Enter button. The console will then
user options will then appear in the display. exit the user mode.

To select a default user option, press the up and

down Navigation buttons until an arrow appears HOW TO IDENTIFY YOURSELF AS USER 1 OR
next to the desired option. Then, press the Enter USER 2
button. When you select an option, an “x” will
appear in the box next to the selected option. The console can load information and keep track of the
workout history for two different users. To identify your-
Note: You can also turn on or turn off the welcome self as User 1 or User 2 for a workout session, first
screen from this menu. If the SHOW WELCOME press the Enter button to enter the user mode.
SCREEN option is selected, then a welcome mes-
sage with the name of the selected user will The word LOGIN will appear in the display for a few
appear in the display each time you turn on the seconds and then the user mode menu will appear.
console. Press the up and down Navigation buttons to highlight
USER 1 or USER 2. Note: If you have personalized
To exit the default user menu, press the Back but- the console settings (see page 14), then the name you
ton. The setup menu will then appear in the entered will appear instead of USER 1 or USER 2.
display.

4. Set the date and time.

Setting the date and time will allow the console to

record your workout history accurately in the fit-
ness journal.

To set the date and time, first highlight the

CHANGE DATE OR TIME option in the setup Then, press the Enter button to confirm your choice.
menu and press the Enter button. The date setting The console will then exit the user mode.
will then appear in the display.

To set the date, first press the left and right

Navigation buttons to highlight the month, day, or
year field. Then, press the up and down Navigation
buttons to select the desired month, day, or year.

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 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 5. Follow your progress with the display.

1. Begin pedaling to turn on the console. As you exercise, the display can show the follow-
ing workout information:
A moment after you begin pedaling, the display will
light. • The elapsed time. Note: When you select a
workout, the display will show the time remaining
2. Personalize console settings if desired. in the workout instead of the elapsed time.

See HOW TO PERSONALIZE CONSOLE SET- • The distance, in total revolutions, that you have
TINGS on page 14. pedaled.

3. Select the manual mode. • Your pedaling pace in revolutions per minute
(rpm).
Each time you turn on the console, the manual
mode will be selected. If you have selected a work- • The approximate number of calories you have
out, press the Intensity Workouts button to return burned.
to the manual mode. When the manual mode is
selected, zeros will appear in the display. • The resistance level of the pedals.

• The date.

• Your heart rate. Note: Your heart rate will be dis-

played only while you use the handgrip pulse
sensor (see step 6 on page 17).

The console offers two display options. The display

option you select will determine which workout
4. Begin pedaling and change the resistance of information is shown. Press the Displ Mode button
the pedals as desired. repeatedly to select the desired display option.

As you pedal, change the resistance of the pedals

by pressing the Resistance increase and decrease
buttons. Note: After you press the buttons, it will
take a moment for the pedals to reach the selected
resistance level.

Note: Regardless of which display mode you

select, the resistance level will appear in the dis-
play for a few seconds each time you change the
resistance level. In addition, your heart rate will
appear in the display each time you use the hand-
grip pulse sensor (see step 6 on page 17).

To adjust the volume level of the console, press

the Volume increase and decrease buttons.

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 6. Measure your heart rate if desired. HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT

If there are sheets 1. Begin pedaling to turn on the console.

of clear plastic on
the metal con- A moment after you begin pedaling, the display will
tacts on the light.
handgrip pulse
sensor, remove 2. Select the workout menu.
the plastic. To
measure your To select the workout menu, press the Intensity
heart rate, hold the Workouts button. The workout menu will then
handgrip pulse Contacts appear in the display.
sensor with your
palms resting 3. Select a preset workout.
against the metal
contacts. Avoid moving your hands or gripping To select one of the twenty preset workouts, first
the contacts too tightly. press the left and right Navigation buttons to high-
light the PRESET WORKOUTS option, and then
When your pulse is detected, one, two, or three press the Enter button.
dashes will appear in the display, and then your
heart rate will appear. For the most accurate heart Then, press the left and right or the up and down
rate reading, hold the contacts for at least 15 sec- Navigation buttons until the name of the desired
onds. Note: If you continue to hold the handgrip preset workout appears in the display. Then, press
pulse sensor, the display will show your heart rate the Enter button. Note: To return to a previous
for up to 30 seconds. menu, press the Back button. To return to the man-
ual mode, press the Intensity Workouts button.
If the display does not show your heart rate, make
sure that your hands are positioned as described. When you select a preset workout, the display will
Be careful not to move your hands excessively or show the name of the workout and the workout
to squeeze the metal contacts too tightly. For opti- time. A profile of the resistance levels for the work-
mal performance, clean the metal contacts using a out will also appear in the display.
soft cloth; never use alcohol, abrasives, or
chemicals to clean the contacts.

7. Turn on the fan if desired.

The fan has high and low speed settings. Press the
Fan button repeatedly to select a fan speed or to
turn off the fan.

Pivot the fan louvers above the display upward or 4. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
downward to direct the airflow from the fan.
Each preset workout is divided into 20, 30, or 45
Note: If the pedals do not move for about thirty one-minute segments. One resistance level and
seconds, the fan will turn off automatically. one target rpm (pace) are programmed for each
segment. Note: The same resistance and/or target
8. When you are finished exercising, the console rpm may be programmed for consecutive seg-
will turn off automatically. ments.

If the pedals do not move for several seconds, a During the workout, the workout profile will show
tone will sound and the console will pause. your progress (see the drawing above). The small
arrow below the workout profile indicates the cur-
If the pedals do not move for several minutes and rent segment of the workout. The height of the
the buttons are not pressed, the console will turn segment indicates the resistance level for the cur-
off and the display will be reset. rent segment.

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 At the end of each segment of the workout, a HOW TO USE A HEART RATE WORKOUT
series of tones will sound and the small arrow will
move to the next segment of the profile. If a differ- 1. Begin pedaling to turn on the console.
ent resistance level and/or target rpm is
programmed for the next segment, the resistance A moment after you begin pedaling, the display will
level and/or target rpm will flash in the display for a light.
few seconds to alert you. The resistance of the
pedals will then change. 2. Select the workout menu.

As you exercise, you will be prompted to keep your To select the workout menu, press the Intensity
pedaling pace near the target rpm for the current Workouts button. The workout menu will then
segment. When the words PEDAL FASTER appear in the display.
appear in the display, increase your pace. When
the words PEDAL SLOWER appear, decrease 3. Select a heart rate workout.
your pace. When no words appear, maintain your
current pace. To select one of the four heart rate workouts, first
press the left and right Navigation buttons to high-
IMPORTANT: The target rpm is intended only to light the HEART RATE WORKOUTS option, and
provide motivation. Your actual pace may be then press the Enter button.
slower than the target rpm. Make sure to pedal
at a pace that is comfortable for you. Then, press the left and right or the up and down
Navigation buttons until the name of the desired
If the resistance level for the current segment is too heart rate workout appears in the display. Then,
high or too low, you can manually override the set- press the Enter button. Note: To return to a previ-
ting by pressing the Resistance buttons. ous menu, press the Back button. To return to the
IMPORTANT: When the current segment of the manual mode, press the Intensity Control
workout ends, the pedals will automatically Workouts button.
adjust to the resistance level for the next seg-
ment.

The workout will continue in this way until the small

arrow reaches the right end of the profile. To stop
the workout at any time, stop pedaling. A tone will
sound and the time will begin to flash in the dis-
play. To restart the workout, simply resume
pedaling.
4. Enter a target heart rate setting.
5. Follow your progress with the display.
A few seconds after you select a heart rate work-
When you use a preset workout, the display will out, the words SELECT TARGET HEART RATE
show the time remaining in the workout, the dis- and the number 110 will appear in the display.
tance you have pedaled, the resistance level, the Press the up and down Navigation buttons to enter
approximate number of calories you have burned, the desired target heart rate setting (see EXER-
and your pedaling pace in revolutions per minute CISE INTENSITY on page 23), and then press the
(rpm). Enter button.

6. Measure your heart rate if desired.

See step 6 on page 17.

7. Turn on the fan if desired.

See step 7 on page 17.

8. When you are finished exercising, the console The workout time and a profile of the resistance
will turn off automatically. levels for the workout will then appear in the dis-
play.
See step 8 on page 17.

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 5. Begin pedaling to start the workout. IMPORTANT: When the current segment of the
workout ends, the pedals will automatically
Each heart rate workout is divided into 20 or 30 adjust to the resistance level for the next seg-
one-minute segments. One target heart rate is pro- ment.
grammed for each segment. Note: The same
target heart rate may be programmed for consecu- The workout will continue in this way until the small
tive segments. arrow reaches the right end of the profile. To stop
the workout at any time, stop pedaling. A tone will
During the workout, the workout profile will show sound and the time will begin to flash in the dis-
your progress (see the drawing above). The small play. To restart the workout, simply resume
arrow below the workout profile indicates the cur- pedaling.
rent segment of the workout. The height of the
segment indicates the target heart rate for the cur- 6. Hold the handgrip pulse sensor.
rent segment. At the end of each segment of the
workout, a series of tones will sound and the small It is not necessary to hold the handgrip pulse sen-
arrow will move to the next segment of the profile. sor continuously during heart rate workouts;
however, you should hold the handgrip pulse sen-
During a heart rate workout, the console will regu- sor frequently for the workouts to operate properly.
larly compare your heart rate to the target heart Each time you hold the handgrip pulse sensor,
rate for the current segment of the workout. If your keep your hands on the metal contacts for at
heart rate is too far below or above the target heart least 15 seconds.
rate, the resistance of the pedals will automatically
increase or decrease to bring your heart rate closer 7. Follow your progress with the display.
to the target heart rate. Each time the resistance
changes, the resistance level will appear in the dis- When you use a heart rate workout, the display will
play for a few seconds to alert you. show the time remaining in the workout, the dis-
tance you have pedaled, the resistance level, the
You will also be prompted to pedal at a steady approximate number of calories you have burned,
pace so you can maintain your target heart rate. and your pedaling pace in revolutions per minute
When the words PEDAL FASTER appear in the (rpm).
display, increase your pace. When the words
PEDAL SLOWER appear, decrease your pace. 8. Turn on the fan if desired.
When no words appear, maintain your current
pace. See step 7 on page 17.

IMPORTANT: Make sure to pedal at a pace that 9. When you are finished exercising, the console
is comfortable for you. If the resistance level for will turn off automatically.
the current segment is too high or too low, you can
manually override the setting by pressing the See step 8 on page 17.
Resistance buttons. Note: If you manually override
the resistance settings, you may not maintain your
target heart rate.

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 HOW TO VIEW THE FITNESS JOURNAL 5. View exercise information by month.

1. Begin pedaling to turn on the console. After a few seconds, the view month menu will
appear in the display.
A moment after you begin pedaling, the display will
light. To view exercise information by month, press the
up and down Navigation buttons to highlight the
2. Identify yourself as User 1 or User 2. desired month in the right side of the display. Then,
press the Enter button. The exercise information
See page 15. for the selected month will appear in the display.

3. Select the fitness journal. 6. View exercise information by week.

To select the fitness journal, press the Fitness After a few seconds, the view week menu will
Journal button. The console will then load the appear in the display.
stored journal information for the selected user.
To view exercise information by week, press the up
Note: As you view the fitness journal, press the and down Navigation buttons to highlight the
Back button at any time to return to the previous desired week in the right side of the display. Then,
menu or display. press the Enter button. The exercise information
for the selected week will appear in the display.
The fitness journal can display the following exer-
cise information for the current year: 7. View exercise information by day.

Time—The total number of hours you have ped- After a few seconds, the view day menu will
aled on the elliptical. appear in the display.

Revolutions—The total distance, in revolutions, To view exercise information by day, press the
you have pedaled on the elliptical. left and right Navigation buttons until an arrow
appears above the desired day in the right side of
Calories—The total approximate number of calo- the display. Then, press the Enter button. The
ries you have burned. exercise information for the selected day will
appear in the display.
Average Speed—Your average pedaling speed, in
revolutions per minute (rpm). 8. Continue to view the fitness journal as
desired.
Weight—Your weight, as entered in your user
information. Repeat steps 3 through 7 to view exercise informa-
tion for the desired year, month, week, or day.
4. View exercise information by year.
9. Exit the fitness journal.
When you select the fitness journal, the year totals
will appear in the display. Press the Fitness Journal button to exit the fitness
journal at any time.

Note: To delete the exercise information stored in

the fitness journal, see HOW TO RESET THE
FITNESS JOURNAL on page 21.

To view exercise information for a different year,

press the up and down Navigation buttons to
change the year. Note: The fitness journal can
store information for 11 different years.

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 HOW TO RESET THE FITNESS JOURNAL HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM

1. Select the user mode. To play music or audio books through the console
sound system while you exercise, you must connect
See step 1 on page 14. your iPod, MP3 player, CD player, or personal audio
player through the audio jack or through the music port
2. Reset the fitness journal. for iPod.

To delete exercise information stored in the fitness To use the audio jack, plug the included audio cable
journal, first highlight the SETUP option and then into the jack on the console and into a jack on your
press the Enter button. The setup menu will then iPod, MP3 player, or CD player. Make sure that the
appear in the display. audio cable is fully plugged in.

Next, highlight the SETUP USER 1 or SETUP This product has also been designed specifically to
USER 2 option and press the Enter button. The work with iPod and has been certified by the developer
user information menu will then appear in the dis- to meet Apple performance standards. To use the
play. music port for iPod, you need an iFit universal iPod
connector (not included). To purchase an iFit univer-
sal iPod connector, see the front cover of this
manual.

Plug one end of the iFit universal connector into the

music port for iPod and plug the other end into your
iPod. Make sure that the iFit universal iPod connec-
tor is fully plugged in.

Then, highlight the RESET JOURNAL option and Next, press the play button on your iPod, CD player, or
press the Enter button. A confirmation request will personal audio player. Adjust the volume on your iPod,
appear in the display. To delete the information MP3 player, CD player, or personal audio player or
stored in the fitness journal, use the left and right press the Volume increase and decrease buttons on
Navigation buttons to highlight the RESET JOUR- the console.
NAL option and press the Enter button. To retain
the information stored in the fitness journal, high-
light the CANCEL option and press the Enter
button.

After you press the Enter button, the user informa-

tion menu will again appear in the display.

3. Exit the user mode.

Press the Back button repeatedly until you have

exited the user information menus.

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 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical regularly. HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH
Replace any worn parts immediately.
If the console does not display correct feedback, the
To clean the elliptical, use a damp cloth and a small reed switch should be adjusted.
amount of mild soap. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage
to the console, keep liquids away from the console See EXPLODED DRAWING B on page 26. Remove
and keep the console out of direct sunlight. the M6 x 16mm Button Screws (49) from the left Pedal
Disc (5). Without removing the Pedal Disc, pivot it out
HANDGRIP PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING of the way.

If the handgrip pulse sensor does not function prop- Locate the Reed Switch (43). Turn the Pulley (25) until
erly, see step 6 on page 17. a Magnet (89) is aligned with the Reed Switch.
Loosen, but do not remove, the indicated M4 x 16mm
HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL Screw (47). Slide the Reed Switch slightly closer to or
away from the Magnet, and then retighten the Screw.
If the elliptical rocks slightly on your floor during use,
see HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL on page 12.

HOW TO ADJUST THE DRIVE BELT

25
If the pedals slip while you are pedaling, even while
the resistance is adjusted to the highest level, the
drive belt may need to be adjusted.

See EXPLODED DRAWING B on page 26. Remove

the M6 x 16mm Button Screws (49) from the right
Pedal Disc (5). Without removing the Pedal Disc, pivot 89
it out of the way. 43
Loosen the Pivot Screw (101). Tighten the Belt
Adjustment Screw (93) until the Drive Belt (15) is tight.
47
When the Drive Belt is tight, tighten the Pivot Screw. 25

Turn the Pulley (25) forward and backward just enough

that the Magnet (89) passes the Reed Switch (43)
repeatedly. Repeat these actions until the console dis-
plays correct feedback. When the Reed Switch is
correctly adjusted, reattach the pedal disc.

HOW TO PREVENT RUBBING OF THE PEDAL

DISCS

15 If a pedal disc rubs against a shield, loosen the shield

mounting screws and move the shield slightly until the
101 pedal disc stops rubbing. Then, retighten the shield
mounting screws.

93 HOW TO PREVENT SQUEAKING ROLLERS

If the rollers squeak, use a one hundred percent cotton

When the Drive Belt (15) is correctly adjusted, reattach cloth to remove debris from the track and the rollers. If
the pedal disc. the rollers continue to squeak, apply a light coat of sili-
cone-based lubricant to the track.

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 EXERCISE GUIDELINES

WARNING: Before beginning this

Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exer-
cise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of
or any exercise program, consult your physi- time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your
cian. This is especially important for persons body uses carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after
over age 35 or persons with pre-existing the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin
health problems. to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to
burn fat, adjust the intensity of your exercise until your
The pulse sensor is not a medical device. heart rate is near the lowest number in your training
Various factors may affect the accuracy of zone. For maximum fat burning, exercise with your
heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is heart rate near the middle number in your training
intended only as an exercise aid in determin- zone.
ing heart rate trends in general.
Aerobic Exercise—If your goal is to strengthen your
cardiovascular system, you must perform aerobic exer-
cise, which is activity that requires large amounts of
These guidelines will help you to plan your exercise
oxygen for prolonged periods of time. For aerobic
program. For detailed exercise information, obtain a
exercise, adjust the intensity of your exercise until your
reputable book or consult your physician. Remember,
heart rate is near the highest number in your training
proper nutrition and adequate rest are essential for
zone.
successful results.
WORKOUT GUIDELINES
EXERCISE INTENSITY
Warming Up—Start with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching
Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your
and light exercise. A warm-up increases your body
cardiovascular system, exercising at the proper inten-
temperature, heart rate, and circulation in preparation
sity is the key to achieving results. You can use your
for exercise.
heart rate as a guide to find the proper intensity level.
The chart below shows recommended heart rates for
Training Zone Exercise—Exercise for 20 to 30 min-
fat burning and aerobic exercise.
utes with your heart rate in your training zone. (During
the first few weeks of your exercise program, do not
keep your heart rate in your training zone for longer
than 20 minutes.) Breathe regularly and deeply as you
exercise–never hold your breath.

Cooling Down—Finish with 5 to 10 minutes of stretch-

ing. Stretching increases the flexibility of your muscles
and helps to prevent post-exercise problems.

EXERCISE FREQUENCY
To find the proper intensity level, find your age at the
bottom of the chart (ages are rounded off to the near- To maintain or improve your condition, complete three
est ten years). The three numbers listed above your workouts each week, with at least one day of rest
age define your “training zone.” The lowest number is between workouts. After a few months of regular exer-
the heart rate for fat burning, the middle number is the cise, you may complete up to five workouts each
heart rate for maximum fat burning, and the highest week, if desired. Remember, the key to success is to
number is the heart rate for aerobic exercise. make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your
everyday life.

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 PART LIST—Model No. EPEL69908.1 R0910A

Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description

1 1 Frame 55 4 7mm Spacer

2 1 Upright 56 4 M8 x 19mm Button Screw
3 2 Track 57 2 M4 x 19mm Screw
4 1 Track Frame 58 4 M8 x 38mm Button Bolt
5 2 Pedal Disc 59 20 M5 x 16mm Screw
6 1 Left Shield 60 4 16mm Spacer
7 1 Right Shield 61 2 M8 x 48mm Bolt
8 1 Stabilizer 62 2 3mm Spacer
9 1 Crank 63 8 Pedal Bushing
10 1 Flywheel 64 4 Long Shield Spacer
11 1 Right Track Arm 65 2 Key
12 1 Left Track Arm 66 4 Thrust Washer
13 1 Right Pedal Leg 67 6 M10 Washer
14 1 Left Pedal Leg 68 2 Weld Spacer
15 1 Drive Belt 69 12 M8 Washer
16 1 Handlebar Axle 70 2 M10 Locknut
17 2 Handlebar Leg 71 1 Power Adapter
18 4 M8 Small Washer 72 14 M8 Locknut
19 1 Left Handlebar 73 1 Short Shield Spacer
20 1 Right Handlebar 74 1 Console
21 2 Pedal 75 1 Audio Cable
22 2 Wheel 76 1 Pulse Jumper Wire
23 2 Handlebar Foam Grip 77 1 Wire Harness
24 10 Plastic Insert 78 4 Wave Washer
25 1 Pulley 79 1 Resistance Wheel
26 1 Water Bottle Holder 80 2 M10 x 65mm Bolt Set
27 4 6mm Spacer 81 2 Roller Bolt
28 2 Set Screw 82 2 M8 x 55mm Bolt Set
29 1 Idler 83 12 Small Bearing
30 1 Resistance Motor 84 1 Resistance Rod Assembly
31 4 Roller 85 6 M10 Split Washer
32 1 Clamp 86 4 M8 Split Washer
33 2 Pulse Grip 87 4 Small Bearing Cradle
34 10 Bearing Cradle 88 1 Power Wire
35 4 Cap 89 2 Magnet
36 4 Leveling Foot 90 1 Motor Bracket
37 2 Crank Arm 91 1 C-magnet Bracket
38 2 M10 x 123mm Button Bolt 92 1 Flywheel Axle
39 2 Handlebar Cap 93 1 Belt Adjustment Screw
40 4 Ramp Screw 94 1 C-magnet Bracket Bolt
41 4 Axle Cap 95 4 Resistance Motor Screw
42 12 Bearing 96 1 M5 x 7mm Screw
43 1 Reed Switch/Wire 97 1 M3.5 x 12mm Screw
44 1 Adjustment Assembly 98 1 M6 Locknut
45 4 Snap Ring 99 2 M8 Jam Nut
46 4 Wheel Bushing 100 1 Pivot Washer
47 5 M4 x 16mm Screw 101 1 Pivot Screw
48 6 M10 x 25mm Patch Screw 102 2 Motor Bracket Screw
49 4 M6 x 16mm Button Screw 103 1 Idler Bolt
50 2 M8 x 56mm Button Screw 104 1 Flywheel Bearing
51 4 Crank Screw * – Userʼs Manual
52 1 Ground Screw * – Assembly Tool
53 2 M6 x 12mm Button Screw * – Grease Packet
54 6 M10 x 13mm Button Screw

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. For information about ordering replacement parts, see
the back cover of this manual. *These parts are not illustrated.

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 EXPLODED DRAWING A—Model No. EPEL69908.1 R0910A

74

45
16

42
75
34

47 33
85
34 48 77
26 42
2 24 76
57 85
45 85

33 24 48 101
85 52 100
24 24
43
102
99
32 24 90 30
38 47 79 97
70 103
98 84
95
24 96
29 44
70
104
24
71
91
92 94 24
99 1
10 40
93

88
48 3

85 40
15
48
4
50
69 40
22 46
35 35
46 27
72 69
69 40
22 46 27
46 8
69 27
3
27 36 36
50
35 36 35 36

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 EXPLODED DRAWING B—Model No. EPEL69908.1 R0910A

49
5

59

59 7
59

53
73
64

64
59

59

5 59

53
59
59

49

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 EXPLODED DRAWING C—Model No. EPEL69908.1 R0910A

39
39

20
19 23
23
34 66 56
42 42 18
34 42 41
78
34 72 58 34
42
78
41
18 72 56 17
41
66 66
18 82
56 58 42 69
34
55 55 21
78 69 87
34 83
42 82
68 13
17
87
61 83
28
37 65 51 80
86
11
72 80
51
55 69 82 9 86
55 72
61 63
81
69 67
28 25
69 72 89 63 60
82 65 69 83 54
72 72
42 45 83
34
37 42 83 83 31
34 68 45 62
42
78 60 31
41
18 21
83
66 87
12
56 87 14
83 80

80

67
63
72
69
83 54 67
63
69 83 60
81 31
62 54
83 83
60 31

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 ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to
provide the following information when contacting us:

• the model number and serial number of the product (see the front cover of this manual)

• the name of the product (see the front cover of this manual)

• the key number and description of the replacement part(s) (see the PART LIST and the EXPLODED
DRAWING near the end of this manual)

LIMITED WARRANTY
IMPORTANT: You must register this product within 30 days of the purchase date to avoid added
fees for service needed under warranty. Go to www.iconservice.com/registration.

ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. (ICON) warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and
material, under normal use and service conditions. The frame is warranted for a lifetime. Parts and labor
are warranted for one (1) year from the date of purchase.

This warranty extends only to the original purchaser. ICONʼs obligation under this warranty is limited to
repairing or replacing, at ICONʼs option, the product through one of its authorized service centers. All
repairs for which warranty claims are made must be preauthorized by ICON. If the product is shipped to
a service center, freight charges to and from the service center will be the customerʼs responsibility. For
replacement parts shipped while the product is under warranty, the customer will be responsible for a
minimal handling charge. For in-home service, the customer will be responsible for a minimal trip charge.
This warranty does not extend to any damage to a product caused by or attributable to freight damage,
abuse, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, or repairs not provided by an ICON authorized service cen-
ter; to products used for commercial or rental purposes or as store display models; or to products
transported or purchased outside the US. No other warranty beyond that specifically set forth above is
authorized by ICON.

ICON is not responsible or liable for indirect, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in con-
nection with the use or performance of the product; damages with respect to any economic loss, loss of
property, loss of revenues or profits, loss of enjoyment or use, or costs of removal or installation; or other
consequential damages of whatsoever nature. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly, the above limitation may not apply to you.

The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any and all other warranties, and any implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited in their scope and duration to the terms set
forth herein. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts. Accordingly, the
above limitation may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

ICON Health & Fitness, Inc., 1500 S. 1000 W., Logan, UT 84321-9813

Part No. 300517 R0910A Printed in China © 2010 ICON IP, Inc.

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