Life Fitness Bicycle LC8500 User Manual

Lifecycle Exercise Bike  
O P E R A T I O N  
M A 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 S (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  
1.  
1.1  
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page  
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
Set-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Where to Place the Lifecycle® Recumbent Exercise Bike // How to Stabilize  
the Lifecycle Recumbent Bike // How to Adjust the Seat // How to Adjust the  
Pedal Straps // Starting Up the Bike Console // Fitness and Entertainment  
Networking  
1.2  
2.  
The Display Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
The Display Console Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
Display Console Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
The Accessory Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Why Heart Rate Zone Training Exercise? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Heart Rate Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
The Polar® Telemetry Heart Rate Monitoring Chest Strap  
2.1  
2.2  
2.3  
3.  
3.1  
3.2  
4.  
4.1  
4.2  
The Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Workout Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Using the Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
To Begin any Workout // Selecting and Using Quick Start // Selecting a  
Workout // Entering Age // Entering Time // Selecting and Adjusting the  
Intensity Level // Selecting a Workout Mode // Switching Workouts  
“On-the-Fly” // Pausing Workouts // Ending Workouts Early  
4.3  
Workout Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Quick Start // Fat Burn // Lifecycle Recumbent Exercise Bike Workout Setup  
Steps (chart) // Cardio // Hill // Random // Manual // Heart Rate HillTM  
Workout // Heart Rate IntervalTM Workout // Extreme Heart RateTM Workout //  
Watts // METs // Aerobics Trainer // Six Pre-Set Workouts  
5.  
5.1  
6.  
6.1  
6.2  
6.3  
6.3  
Optional Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Entering and Using the Optional Settings Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Service and Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Preventative Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Preventative Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Troubleshooting the Polar Heart Rate Chest Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Heart Rate Reading is Erratic or Absent Entirely //  
Heart Rate Reading is Erratic or Extremely High  
6.4  
6.5  
7.  
7.1  
7.2  
Recycling the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
How to Obtain Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
9100 Lifecycle Bike Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
8500 Lifecycle Bike Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
©
2002 Life Fitness®, a division of Brunswick Corporation. All rights reserved. Life Fitness, Lifecycle, and  
Zone Training are registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation. Zone Training+, Heart Rate Hill, Heart  
Rate Interval, and Extreme Heart Rate are trademarks of Brunswick Corporation. Polar is a registered  
trademark of Polar Electro, Inc. Cardio Theater is a registered trademark of the Cardio Theater Holdings.  
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 following products:  
Life Fitness Lifecycle® recumbent exercise bike:  
9100R  
8500R  
See Section 7, titled Specifications in this manual  
for product-specific features.  
Statement of Purpose: The Life Fitness Lifecycle recumbent 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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1
GETTING STARTED  
1.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
SAFETY WARNING: The safety of the product can be maintained only if it is  
examined regularly for damage and wear. See Preventative Maintenance section  
for details.  
Use the Life Fitness Lifecycle exercise bike only as directed in this manual.  
If a Lifecycle exercise bike does not function properly after it has been dropped, damaged,  
or even partially immersed in water, contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services for  
assistance.  
Do not allow other people to interfere in any way with the user or equipment during a  
workout.  
Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.  
Supervise closely any children or disabled persons using the Lifecycle exercise bike.  
Do not use the Lifecycle exercise bike outdoors, near swimming pools, or in areas of high  
humidity.  
Never insert objects into any opening of the Lifecycle exercise bike. If an object should drop  
inside, carefully retrieve it while the unit is not in use. If the object cannot be reached, con-  
tact 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 exercise bike with bare feet.  
Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces, and towels away from moving parts.  
Do not reach into, or underneath, the unit; and do not tip the unit on its side during  
operation.  
Keep the area around the Lifecycle exercise bike clear of any obstructions, including walls  
and furniture. Provide at least three feet of clearance behind the unit.  
Use caution when stepping on or off of the Lifecycle exercise bike.  
Never face backward while using the Lifecycle exercise bike.  
An American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) safety sign has been shipped with  
the Lifecycle exercise bike. Post the sign in a visible area near the unit.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
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1
POINT DE DÉPART  
1.1 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES  
CONSIGNE DE SÉCURITÉ : pour un emploi sûr, le produit doit être inspecté  
régulièrement afin de s'assurer qu'il n'est pas usé ni endommagé. Consultez la  
section de Maintenance préventive pour obtenir de plus amples informations.  
Ne faites jamais fonctionner d'appareil Life Fitness dont le cordon d'alimentation ou la fiche  
seraient abîmés, qui aurait fait une chute ou qui aurait été endommagé ou partiellement  
plongé dans l'eau. Contactez le service après-vente de Life Fitness.  
Pour un fonctionnement correct, suivez toujours les instructions de la console.  
Une surveillance étroite est nécessaire en cas d'utilisation par des enfants, des personnes  
invalides ou handicapées.  
N'utilisez pas ce produit à l'extérieur, près d'une piscine ou dans endroits très humides.  
Ne faites jamais fonctionner de produit Life Fitness dont les bouches d'aération seraient blo-  
quées. Maintenez-les exemptes de peluches, de cheveux ou de toute obstruction.  
N'insérez jamais d'objet dans les ouvertures de cet appareil. Si un objet tombe dedans,  
coupez l'alimentation électrique, débranchez le cordon de la prise et récupérez-le avec pré-  
caution. Si vous ne pouvez pas l'atteindre, consultez le service après-vente de Life Fitness.  
Ne placez jamais de liquides d'aucune sorte directement sur l'appareil, sauf si vous disposez  
d'un support ou d'un plateau pour accessoires. Il est recommandé d'utiliser des conteneurs  
munis d'un couvercle.  
Portez des chaussures avec semelles en caoutchouc ou antidérapantes. N'utilisez pas de  
chaussures à talons, de semelles en cuir ou à crampons. Assurez-vous qu'aucun caillou ne  
s'est incrusté dans les semelles.  
Maintenez les vêtements lâches, les lacets et les serviettes à l'écart des pièces en mouvement.  
N'utilisez pas cet appareil sans chaussures.  
Ne faites pas basculer l'appareil sur le côté tandis qu'il fonctionne.  
Maintenez la zone autour du produit Life Fitness exempte d'obstructions, y compris de murs  
et de meubles. Veillez à laisser au moins 30 cm d'espace autour du Lifecycle exercise bike.  
Procédez avec précaution lors du montage ou du démontage de la machine. Utilisez la barre  
fixe pour renforcer votre stabilité. Pendant les exercices, saisissez les bras mobiles.  
N'utilisez jamais cet appareil en vous tournant vers l'arrière.  
CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR USAGE ULTÉRIEUR.  
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1.2 SETUP  
Read the entire Operation Manual before setting up the Lifecycle recumbent bike.  
WHERE TO PLACE THE LIFECYCLE® RECUMBENT 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 footprint. 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.  
HOW TO STABILIZE THE LIFECYCLE RECUMBENT BIKE  
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 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.  
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B
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT  
It is important to adjust the seat to an optimal height for pedaling on the Lifecycle recumbent  
bike. A properly adjusted seat is extremely important in any bike-oriented exercise activity and  
the Lifecycle recumbent 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 resulting 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.  
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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.  
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS  
The bike pedal straps keep the user’s shoes on the pedals during 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.  
On the 9100: The safety straps on the foot pedals of the  
Lifecycle recumbent 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 side-  
ways, that is, toward the bike. The “outer” knob extends down-  
ward. The ends of each strap are perforated with slots that fit  
tightly over the knobs. The “inner” end of each strap is perforat-  
ed with two slots, and the “outer” segment of the strap is perfo-  
rated 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 proper 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.  
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On the 8500: The pedals on the Lifecycle recumbent bike have footstraps with slits on both the inside  
and the outside of each strap. The straps are held in place by two knobs that extend sideways  
from either side of each pedal. To tighten or loosen a strap, grasp the outer end, and pull it back,  
away from the knob, until the strap slides off. Rest the foot on the pedal, and wrap the strap over  
the foot to determine the proper length. Select the appropriate slot on the strap, 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.  
STARTING UP THE BIKE CONSOLE  
9100 model: When a user begins pedaling at a predefined rate on the Lifecycle recumbent bike,  
the unit’s Auto-Start feature powers up the console, causing the console display to light up and  
the MESSAGE CENTER to flash a prompt: “SELECT WORKOUT USING ARROW KEYS OR  
PRESS QUICK START.” If the user does not make a selection in 20 seconds, the console auto-  
matically starts a MANUAL workout. For information on setting up a workout, see Section 4.2,  
titled Using the Workouts. If the user stops pedaling, the console shuts down.  
8500 model: When a user begins pedaling at a predefined rate on the Lifecycle recumbent bike  
and presses the START key, the console display lights up, and the MESSAGE CENTER flashes  
a prompt: “SELECT WORKOUT USING THE ARROW KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START.” If the  
user does not make a selection in 20 seconds, the console automatically starts a MANUAL  
workout. For information on setting up a workout, see Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts. If  
the user stops pedaling, the console shuts down.  
FITNESS AND ENTERTAINMENT NETWORKING  
This feature is an option on the on the 9100 model. Two interchangeable network ports allow the  
Lifecycle recumbent bike to be connected to a fitness entertainment system and/or a fitness net-  
work, such as the FitLinxx® interactive fitness network.  
Fitness network: The network connection enables the bike console to upload user  
workout statistics to a fitness network database or to download remotely stored informa-  
tion, such a pre-set workout program. See Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts, for  
information on logging onto a network. To order the kit, call Life Fitness Customer Support  
Services. See Section 6.4, titled How to Obtain Product Service.  
Entertainment: The network connection enables the bike console to power a third-party  
receiver for use with a service such as the Cardio Theater® entertainment system or  
BroadcastVisionTM entertainment system. It is necessary to purchase and install a retrofit  
kit to enable this feature. To order the kit, call Life Fitness Customer Support Services. See  
Section 6.4, titled How to Obtain Product Service.  
Any use of these ports for other than their intended purpose could void the product warranty.  
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2
THE DISPLAY CONSOLE  
2.1 DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW  
The computerized display console on the Lifecycle recumbent 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.  
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2.2 DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS  
This section lists and describes the functions for the keys and display windows on the Lifecycle  
recumbent bike console. See Section 4, titled The Workouts, for detailed information on using  
the console to set up workouts.  
A
START: Press this key while pedaling to activate the console for programming a new work-  
out. The activated console lights up and displays “SELECT WORKOUT USING ARROW  
KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START”.  
NOTE: The AutoStart feature on the 9100 activates the console when the user begins pedaling  
at a predefined rate. See the topic titled Starting Up the Bike Console in Section 1.  
B
C
ENTER: Press this key after entering each value, such as weight or workout time, when  
prompted by console display messages.  
ARROW keys: Use these keys, when setting up a workout, to select a workout and to  
change workout parameters displayed on the console, such as length of workout, weight,  
age, target heart rate, and intensity level. During a workout, press, these keys to change  
intensity levels.  
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QUICK START: Press this key to begin a manual workout immediately, without having to  
select a workout program. Once the workout is in progress, use the ARROW keys to change  
the intensity level or workout duration as desired.  
CLEAR: Press this key, when programming a workout, to clear incorrect data, such as weight or  
age, before pressing the ENTER key. Pressing CLEAR during a workout stops it immediately, at  
which point, the MESSAGE CENTER displays a summary of the workout, including total time  
elapsed, total distance traveled, and total calories burned. Pressing CLEAR a second time caus-  
es the MESSAGE CENTER to prompt the user for a new workout setup.  
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WORKOUTS PLUS (9100 only): Press this key during the workout setup to select WATTS,  
METS, AEROBICS TRAINER, or one of the six pre-configured hill workouts, such as  
KILIMANJARO.  
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PAUSE: Press this key to pause the current workout. Continue the workout by pressing the  
PAUSE key again. For more information, see the topic titled Pausing a Workout in Section  
4.2, titled Using the Workouts.  
DISPLAY LOCK : During a workout, one section of the MESSAGE CENTER alternately dis-  
plays the number of CALORIES burned and the amount of TIME elapsed. Pressing the DIS-  
PLAY LOCK key when the MESSAGE CENTER displays one of the alternate statistics,  
forces the MESSAGE CENTER to display that statistic continuously throughout the workout.  
Pressing DISPLAY LOCK again allows the MESSAGE CENTER to resume toggling between  
both statistics in each pair.  
I
CHANGE WORKOUT (9100 only): Press this key to switch to another workout program  
while a workout is in progress.  
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COOL DOWN: Workout programs end automatically in a Cool Down mode, which lowers the  
intensity level. In this phase of a workout the body begins to remove lactic acid and other accu-  
mulated by-products of exercise, which build up in muscles during a workout and contribute to  
muscle soreness. Press the COOL DOWN key at any desired point during a workout to go  
immediately into Cool Down mode. The console automatically adjusts each workout’s Cool  
Down level according to the individual user’s performance.  
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WORKOUT PROFILE WINDOW: This window displays shapes, made of columns of lights,  
that represent the levels of intensity in a workout-in-progress. The height of the column  
furthest to the left is proportional to the current level of the intensity.  
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,  
the WORKOUT PROFILE window displays a heart shape to request the user’s heart rate  
signal. If the console does not detect a signal, the MESSAGE CENTER displays the prompt,  
“NEED HEART RATE - USE TELEMETRY STRAP". If the console does not receive the sig-  
nal within three minutes, the workout automatically is converted to a MANUAL program.  
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MESSAGE CENTER: This window displays step-by-step instructions for setting up a work-  
out. During a workout, it displays statistics about the progress of the workout:  
Level: the selected intensity level; alternates with Heart Rate.  
Heart Rate: the detected heart rate if the user is wearing the Polar heart rate chest  
strap; alternates with Level.  
Distance: the total distance traveled.  
RPM (Revolutions Per Minute): the pedaling speed or rate.  
Calories: the number of calories burned since beginning the workout; alternates with  
Time.  
Time: the number of time elapsed since beginning the workout; alternates with Calories.  
If programmed to do so, the MESSAGE CENTER displays other values each time the intensity  
level changes during the workout:  
Calories per Hour: the rate of calories burned per hour.  
OR  
Watts: effort level in Watts. The Watt is a unit of power output or the expression of the  
mechanical rate of work.  
METs: effort level in 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 metabo-  
lism of a person at rest.  
See Chapter 5, titled Optional Settings for information about enabling the MESSAGE CENTER  
to display these additional settings.  
M BIKE MODE: Press this key 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  
pedaling speed.  
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CONSTANT CAL./HOUR: Press this key to activate this alternate workout mode, which  
enables a user to maintain a consistent 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.  
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2.3 THE ACCESSORY TRAY (9100 STANDARD, 8500 OPTION)  
The accessory tray (A), which is mounted on the right handlebar the Lifecycle recumbent bike, pro-  
vides storage space for items such as water bottles, personal stereos, and cell phones. .  
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3
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 recumbent bike features exclusive workouts designed to take full advantage of the  
benefits of heart rate zone training exercise: FAT BURN, CARDIO, HEART RATE HILL (9100  
only), HEART RATE INTERVAL (9100 only), EXTREME HEART RATE (9100 only). Each work-  
out offers different benefits, as discussed in Section 4, titled The Workouts.  
During one of these workouts, wear the optional Polar heart rate chest strap to enable the bike’s on-  
board computer to monitor the heart rate. The computer automatically adjusts the resistance level to  
maintain the target heart rate* based on the actual heart rate. To change the target heart rate dur-  
ing a workout, use the ARROW keys.  
* 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 POLAR® TELEMETRY HEART RATE MONITORING CHEST STRAP  
The Lifecycle recumbent bike is equipped with Polar telemetry (optional on the 8500 in the United  
States), a heart rate monitoring system in which electrodes, pressed against the skin, transfer heart  
rate signals to the bike console. These electrodes 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 6.4, 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.  
A
A
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4
THE WORKOUTS  
4.1 WORKOUT OVERVIEWS  
This section lists the Lifecycle recumbent bike’s pre-programmed workouts. For more detailed  
information, see Section 4.2, titled Using the Workouts. The following workouts are accessed  
with the ARROW keys.  
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.  
HILL is an interval-training workout combining “hills” and “valleys” of different intensity levels,  
which is proven to provide effective, time-efficient cardiovascular results.  
FAT BURN is a low-intensity workout for burning the body’s fat reserves. The user must wear  
a Polar heart rate chest strap. The workout program automaticaly adjusts the intensity level,  
based on the actual heart rate, to maintain the rate at 65 percent of the theoretical maximum .  
CARDIO is a higher intensity workout for more fit users, emphasizing cardiovascular benefits  
and maximum fat burning. The user must wear a Polar heart rate chest strap. The workout pro-  
gram automatically adjusts the intensity level, based on the actual heart rate, to maintain the rate  
at 80 percent of the theoretical maximum.  
RANDOM is an interval training workout of constantly changing intensity levels that occur in no  
regular pattern or progression.  
MANUAL is a workout in which the intensity level does not change automatically.  
HEART RATE HILL (9100 only) consists of three hills that target three heart rate goals: The first hill  
brings the heart rate to 90 percent of the target rate*. The second hill increases the rate to 95 per-  
cent. The third hill matches the target heart rate. The valley always is defined as 85 percent of the  
target. The user must wear a Polar heart rate chest strap.  
HEART RATE INTERVAL (9100 only) alternates between a hill, which brings the heart rate up to  
the target rate, and a valley, which brings the heart rate down to 90 percent of the target. The user  
must wear a Polar heart rate chest strap.  
EXTREME HEART RATE (9100 only) alternates between two target heart rate goals as quickly as  
possible. The effect is similar to that of running sprints. The user mustwear a Polar heart rate chest  
strap.  
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  
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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On the 9100 model, the following nine workouts are accessed by pressing the WORKOUTS  
PLUS key  
:
AROUND THE WORLD is an interval-training workout in which the hills resemble scenes of  
various geographical areas.  
FOOT HILLS is a rolling hill workout with low intensity levels.  
KILIMANJARO is a Hill workout in which the intensity levels gradually incline toward one ulti-  
mate peak and then gradually decline.  
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.  
WATTS targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of Watts. By default, this workout is turned  
off. For information on making it available, see Section 5, titled Internal Settings.  
METs targets a rate of effort equal to a certain number of METs. By default, this workout is turned off.  
For information on making it available, see Section 5, titled Internal Settings.  
AEROBICS TRAINER is a workout in which the MESSAGE CENTER prompts the user to switch  
continuously between a high pedaling speed and a low pedaling speed. The speed intervals  
alternate in a pattern that promotes a build-up in the intensity of the workout, followed by a  
build-down in intensity.  
4.2 USING THE WORKOUTS  
Different bike workouts require different setup steps. See the chart, titled Lifecycle Recumbent  
Exercise Bike Workout Setup Steps for a quick glance at the steps for setting up any workout  
program. This section provides details on the steps themselves.  
TO BEGIN ANY WORKOUT  
Without networking, simply start pedaling to activate the console (9100 only) or, start pedaling and  
press START to activate the console. The MESSAGE CENTER displays the prompt: “SELECT  
WORKOUT USING ARROW KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START”. If it displays a different message,  
press the CLEAR key twice rapidly. The networking feature is available only on the 9100 model.  
With optional networking enabled (applies to 9100 only), start pedaling, and press START or  
simply start pedaling to activate the console. The MESSAGE CENTER displays the prompt:  
“SELECT WORKOUT USING ARROW KEYS OR ENTER ID USING ENTER KEY”. Select a work-  
out, or log on to the networked exercise database, download the preset workout. The networking fea-  
ture is available only on the 9100 model.  
To log onto the network, press ENTER, and then enter the user ID number with the ARROW keys.  
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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. At the MESSAGE CENTER prompt to select a workout, press the  
QUICK START key. The workout begins at an intensity level that remains the same unless man-  
ually changed.  
SELECTING A WORKOUT  
For MANUAL, RANDOM, FAT BURN, HILL, CARDIO, HEART RATE HILL (9100 only), HEART  
RATE INTERVAL (9100 only), and EXTREME HEART RATE (9100 only): When prompted to  
select a workout, use the ARROW keys to scroll through the workout program names as they  
appear in the MESSAGE CENTER. When the desired program appears, press ENTER.  
For WATTS, METS, AEROBICS TRAINER, KILIMANJARO, CASCADES, INTERVAL, SPEED  
TRAINING, AROUND THE WORLD, and FOOTHILLS: These workouts are available on the 9100  
model only. When prompted by the MESSAGE CENTER to select a workout, press the WORK-  
OUTS PLUS key. The MESSAGE CENTER then displays the name of one of these. Press ENTER  
to select the displayed workout; or continue to press the WORKOUTS PLUS key to display each of  
the other options, and then press ENTER to select the desired workout.  
ENTERING AGE  
When prompted by the MESSAGE CENTER to enter age, use the ARROW KEYS to increase or  
decrease the displayed age to the correct value, and press ENTER. Lifecycle recumbent bike  
workout programs that set a target heart rate zone first calculate the user’s theoretical maximum  
heart rate by subtracting the user’s age from the number 220. The programs then calculate the  
target zone as a percentage of the theoretical maximum.  
ENTERING TIME  
When prompted by the MESSAGE CENTER to enter a time, use the ARROW KEYS to increase  
or decrease the displayed time to the desired value, and press ENTER.  
SELECTING AND ADJUSTING THE INTENSITY LEVEL  
When prompted by the MESSAGE CENTER, use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the  
displayed intensity level or target heart rate* to the desired value, and press ENTER. Adjust the level  
as needed or desired during the workout.  
Intensity level: The Lifecycle recumbent bike provides a selection of 20 intensity levels. The  
intensity level appears in the WORKOUT PROFILE window as rows of lights arranged in  
columns. Selecting a low intensity level at first is recommended. As physical conditioning  
improves, the levels can increase.  
Target heart rate: Exercise bike 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; and it uses this data to adjust the resistance.  
Manually raising the rate increases the intensity of the cardiovascular exercise.  
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 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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SELECTING A WORKOUT MODE  
Two workout mode options on the Lifecycle recumbent bike feature alternate ways to vary 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. This mode can be used with all workouts, except for FAT BURN, CARDIO,  
HEART RATE HILL, HEART RATE INTERVAL, and EXTREME HEART RATE. To select  
Bike mode, press BIKE MODE key.  
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 select it,  
press the CONSTANT CAL./HR. key.  
If the user selects a FAT BURN, CARDIO, HEART RATE HILL, HEART RATE INTERVAL, or  
EXTREME HEART RATE during the setup, the default mode is Constant-Calories-Per-Hour. For  
all other workouts, the default mode is Bike. The user may select or change a mode during a  
workout setup or during a workout.  
SWITCHING WORKOUTS “ON-THE-FLY” (9100 ONLY)  
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,” press the CHANGE WORKOUTS key repeatedly until the desired alternate workout  
appears in the MESSAGE CENTER. Then press ENTER  
PAUSING WORKOUTS  
To pause a workout, press the PAUSE key, which brings the resistance level down to zero. To  
continue a paused workout, press the PAUSE key again. Note that the user must continue ped-  
aling during a pause in order to retain the current workout information. If the user stops pedaling,  
the workout automatically ends, and the information is lost.  
ENDING WORKOUTS EARLY  
To end a workout before the pre-set duration expires, press CLEAR once. The MESSAGE CENTER  
then displays a workout summary, which includes the distance travelled, the total calories burned, and  
other statistics. Press CLEAR a second time, and the MESSAGE CENTER displays “SELECT  
WORKOUT USING ARROW KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START” for a new workout.  
4.3 WORKOUT DESCRIPTIONS  
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, press the UP or DOWN ARROW keys to enter a higher or  
lower level number. If the METS display is enabled, the MESSAGE CENTER displays ENTER  
WEIGHT, which is required to calculate this value. Using the ARROW KEYS, increase or decrease  
the displayed weight to the correct value.  
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FAT BURN  
The FAT BURN workout is designed to maintain a user’s heart rate at 65 percent of the theoretical  
maximum for optimal results. If the user does not wear a Polar heart rate chest strap during the work-  
out, the WORKOUT PROFILE window displays a heart shape. The console continuously monitors  
and displays the heart rate, adjusting the intensity level of the Lifecycle recumbent bike to reach and  
maintain the target*. This system eliminates over-and under-training, and it maximizes the aerobic  
benefits of exercise by using the body's fat stores for fuel.  
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.  
LIFECYCLE RECUMBENT EXERCISE BIKE WORKOUT SETUP STEPS  
QUICK START  
HEART RATE INTERVAL  
(9100 only)*  
Select HR INTERVAL  
appears  
Enter time  
Enter age  
AROUND THE  
WORLD (9100 only)  
Press WORKOUTS  
PLUS repeatedly until  
AROUND THE  
WORLD Appears;  
press ENTER  
Enter time  
Select level  
Begin workout  
SPEED  
Press QUICK START  
Begin workout  
TRAINING (9100 only)  
Press WORKOUTS  
PLUS repeatedly until  
SPEED TRAINING  
appears; press  
ENTER  
Enter time  
Select level  
Begin workout  
RANDOM  
Select RANDOM  
Enter time  
Select level  
Begin workout  
Accept THR  
Begin workout  
EXTREME HEART  
RATE (9100 only)*  
Select EXTREME HR  
Enter time  
Enter age  
Accept TH  
MANUAL  
Select MANUAL  
Enter time  
Select level  
Begin workout  
KILIMANJARO  
(9100 only)  
FOOT HILLS (9100 only)  
Press WORKOUTS  
PLUS repeatedly until  
FOOT HILLS  
appears; press  
ENTER  
Enter time  
Press WORKOUTS  
PLUS repeatedly until  
KILIMANJARO  
appears; press  
ENTER  
Enter time  
Select level  
Begin workout  
HILL  
Begin workout  
Select HILL  
Enter time  
Select level  
Begin workout  
WATTS (9100 only)  
Press WORKOUTS  
PLUS repeatedly until  
WATTS appears;  
press ENTER  
Enter time  
Enter Watts goal value  
Begin workout  
Select level  
Begin workout  
FAT BURN*  
Select FAT BURN  
Enter time  
AEROBICS TRAINER  
(9100 only)  
INTERVAL (9100 only)  
Press WORKOUTS  
PLUS repeatedly until  
INTERVAL appears;  
press ENTER  
Enter time  
Select level  
Begin workout  
Press WORKOUTS  
PLUS repeatedly  
until AEROBICS  
TRAINER appears;  
press ENTER  
Enter time  
Select level  
Begin workout  
Enter age  
Accept THR**  
Begin workout  
METS (9100 only)  
Press WORKOUTS  
PLUS repeatedly until  
METS appears; press  
ENTER  
CARDIO*  
Select CARDIO  
Enter time  
Enter age  
Enter time  
CASCADES (9100 only)  
Press WORKOUTS  
PLUS repeatedly until  
CASCADES appears;  
press ENTER  
Accept THR  
Begin workout  
Enter METs goal value  
Begin workout  
HEART RATE HILL  
(9100 only)*  
Select HR HILL  
Enter time  
Enter time  
Select level  
Enter age  
Begin workout  
Accept THR  
Begin workout  
* This workout requires the user to wear the telemetry chest strap.  
** Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. 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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CARDIO  
The CARDIO workout is virtually identical to FAT BURN; however the target heart rate* is calcu-  
lated at 80 percent of the theoretical maximum . The user wears a chest strap. The higher target  
promotes cardiovascular improvement by placing a heavier workload on the heart muscle.  
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 high and low intervals as columns of light, which together  
have the appearance of hills and valleys. The computerized interval training workout has been scien-  
tifically 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 WORK-  
OUT PROFILE window displays the progress of the phases, as seen in the chart following these  
descriptions. The heart rate should be measured at two stages in the workout to gauge its effective-  
ness. To do so, wear the Polar heart rate chest strap. Note that the MESSAGE CENTER does not  
display a request for a heart rate measurement during a HILL workout.  
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2
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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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Cool-down 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 an interval is equal to the duration of the entire workout  
divided by 20.  
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 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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1 to 9 minutes: A workout with a duration of less than 10 minutes is insufficient for the Hill pro-  
gram to complete all four phases adequately. The program, therefore, condenses a workout of  
this duration 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.  
RANDOM  
The RANDOM program creates a terrain of hills and valleys that varies with each workout. More  
than one million different patterns are possible.  
MANUAL  
The MANUAL program sets an intensity level that does not change automatically. While the work-  
out is in progress, increase or lower the intensity level as desired, using the arrow keys.  
HEART RATE HILL WORKOUT (9100 ONLY)  
This program consists of three hills that target three heart rate goals: The first hill brings the heart  
rate to 90 percent of the target rate*. The second hill increases the rate to 95 percent. The third hill  
matches the target heart rate. The valley always is defined as 85 percent of the target. After a  
warm-up, the workout progresses toward the first hill and heart rate goal. Once the user reaches 90  
percent of the target heart rate, the hill continues for one minute. When the minute expires, the level  
decreases into a valley. Once the user's heart rate falls to 85 percent of the target, the valley contin-  
ues 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. See the chart below. Throughout the workout, the user must wear a Polar  
chest strap to enable the program to monitor the heart rate.  
100% THR  
95% THR  
90% THR  
85% THR  
85% THR  
85% THR  
HEART RATE HILL Workout Profile  
144 THR  
137 THR  
130 THR  
122 THR  
122 THR  
122 THR  
User Example 80 percent of theoretical maximum (40 year old / 144 recommended THR)  
* 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 180. The CARDIO workout targets 80 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be (220-  
40)*.80=144.  
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HEART RATE INTERVALTM WORKOUT (9100 ONLY)  
This program alternates between a hill, which brings the heart rate up to the target rate*, and a  
valley, which brings the heart rate down to 90 percent of the target. After a 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 90 percent 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. See the chart below.  
Throughout the workout, the user must wear a Polar chest strap to enable the program to moni-  
tor the heart rate.  
100% THR  
100% THR  
100% THR  
90% THR  
90% THR  
90% THR  
HEART RATE INTERVAL Workout Profile  
144 THR  
144 THR  
144 THR  
130 THR  
130 THR  
130 THR  
User Example 80 percent of theoretical maximum (40 year old / 144 recommended THR)  
EXTREME HEART RATETM WORKOUT (9100 ONLY)  
This intense, varied workout is designed to help more experienced users to break through fitness  
improvement plateaus. The workout alternates between two target heart rate goals as quickly as  
possible. The effect is similar to that of running sprints. When setting up the workout, the user enters  
a target heart rate. After a warm-up, the intensity gradually increases until the user reaches the 100  
percent target heart rate goal. Then, that target rate is maintained for a stabilizing period. Afterward,  
the intensity decreases. When the heart rate falls to the 75 percent goal, it is maintained there for a  
stabilizing period. The program repeats the alternating of intensity levels, continuing this pattern for  
the duration. See the chart below. Throughout the workout, the user must wear a Polar chest  
strap to enable the program to monitor the heart rate.  
100% THR  
Stabilizing Period  
Lower  
100% THR  
100% THR  
Stabilizing Period  
Stabilizing Period  
Lower  
Lower  
intensity  
intensity  
intensity  
intensity  
intensity  
intensity  
Higher  
Higher  
Higher  
75% THR  
75% THR  
EXTREME HEART RATE Workout Profile  
153  
153  
153  
Stabilizing Period  
Stabilizing Period  
Stabilizing Period  
115  
115  
User Example (40 year old / 153 recommended THR)  
* Target Heart Rate (THR) is a percentage of the theoretical maximum. For example, a 40-year-old user's THR for the HEART  
RATE INTERVAL workout is 180. The CARDIO workout targets 80 percent of the maximum, so the equation would be  
(220-40)*.80=144.  
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WATTS (9100 ONLY)  
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  
recumbent 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. By default, this workout is turned  
off. For information on making it available, see Section 5, titled Internal Settings.  
METS (9100 ONLY)  
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. By default, this workout is turned off. For information on making it available, see Section  
5, titled Internal Settings.  
AEROBICS TRAINER (9100 ONLY)  
In this workout, the MESSAGE CENTER continuously prompts the user 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, conscutive, 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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SIX PRE-SET WORKOUTS (9100 ONLY)  
AROUND THE WORLD, CASCADES, FOOT HILLS, INTERVAL, KILIMANJARO, and SPEED  
TRAINING are variations of the HILL workout. These workouts cannot be changed "on the fly."  
AROUND THE WORLD is an interval-training workout in which the hills resemble scenes of  
various geographical areas.  
CASCADES is a two-peak workout in which intensity levels gradually increase and decrease.  
FOOT HILLS is a rolling hill workout with low intensity levels.  
INTERVAL is a Hill workout in which intensity levels rise and fall. The higher levels gradually  
incline toward a peak and then gradually decline.  
KILIMANJARO is a Hill workout in which the intensity levels gradually incline toward one ulti-  
mate peak and then gradually decline.  
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.  
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5
OPTIONAL SETTINGS  
5.1 ENTERING AND USING THE OPTIONAL SETTINGS FEATURE  
Fitness club managers and other authorized personnel can use the Optional Settings  
feature to change default settings, or to enable or disable certain programs or displays on  
the bike console.  
To enter the Optional Settings, while the unit is on, hold down the UP ARROW key, and press  
CLEAR twice. The MESSAGE CENTER displays OPTIONAL SETTINGS, and then, the first con-  
figuration option. Scroll forward through the options using the ENTER key, or backward, using  
the CLEAR key. For each feature or setting option, the MESSAGE CENTER displays the default  
setting. To change the default, press an ARROW key for the desired value. Press ENTER to  
select the new value or setting.  
To exit Optional Settings, press the CLEAR key repeatedly until the MESSAGE CENTER  
displays “SELECT WORKOUT USING ARROW KEYS OR PRESS QUICK START”.  
Setting  
Default Value  
Description  
MAX WORKOUT  
DURATION  
60 minutes  
This is the maximum possible duration for a  
workout. The value can range from 1 to 99.  
ENGLISH/METRIC  
UNITS  
ENGLISH  
ENABLED  
This option determines the units of weight  
measurement used by workout programs.  
WATTS DISPLAY  
ENABLE/  
If this option is enabled, the MESSAGE CENTER  
displays the Watts equivalent of the step rate.  
DISABLE  
METS DISPLAY  
ENABLE/  
DISABLED  
DISABLED  
DISABLED  
DISABLED  
If this option is enabled, the MESSAGE CENTER  
displays the METs equivalent of the step rate.  
DISABLE  
WATTS PROGRAM  
ENABLE/  
If this option is enabled, the Watts program becomes  
an available workout on the bike.  
DISABLE  
METS PROGRAM  
ENABLE/  
If this option is enabled, the METs program becomes  
an available workout on the bike.  
DISABLE  
CAL/HR DISPLAY  
ENABLE/  
If this option is enabled, the MESSAGE CENTER  
displays the number of calories burned per hour  
during the workout.  
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6
SERVICE AND TECHNICAL DATA  
6.1 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS  
The Lifecycle recumbent 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 mili-  
tary facilities the world over. This same technology, engineering expertise, and reliability have  
gone into the Lifecycle recumbent 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 recumbent 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.  
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 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE  
Follow the schedule below to ensure proper operation of the product.  
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  
C
I
I
C
C
C
C
I
I
Plastic Covers  
Pedals and Straps  
KEY: C=Clean; I=Inspect  
I
I
6.3 TROUBLESHOOTING THE HEART RATE CHEST STRAP  
HEART RATE READING IS ERRATIC OR ABSENT ENTIRELY  
Repeat the electrode moistening procedure. See Section 3.2, titled Heart Rate  
Monitoring for details. The electrodes must remain wet to pick up and transmit accurate  
heart rate eadings.  
Make sure the electrodes are flat against the skin.  
Wash the belt transmitter regularly with mild soap and water.  
Make sure the chest strap transmitter is within three feet, or one meter, of the heart rate  
receiver.  
The chest strap is battery-operated and will stop functioning when the battery runs out.  
Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services for instructions on how to have the  
chest strap replaced. See section 6.4, titled How to Obtain Product Service.  
HEART RATE READING IS ERRATIC OR EXTREMELY HIGH  
If the chest strap is worn near sources of electromagnetic signals, these signals may be strong  
enough to affect heart rate readings. Possible sources include:  
Television sets and/or antennas, cell phones, computers, cars, high voltage power lines  
and motor driven exercise equipment.  
Another heart rate transmitter within three feet, or one meter, may also cause abnormal  
heart rate readings.  
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6.4 RECYCLING THE BATTERY (9100 ONLY)  
When this Life Fitness product is about to be discarded at the end of its useful life, the rechargeable  
battery must first be removed and recycled. The battery can be accessed through the hole in the  
shroud on the underside of the bike by carefully tipping the bike on it’s side. To remove the battery,  
disconnect the cable, and remove the two screws holding the battery to the bracket.  
6.5 HOW TO OBTAIN PRODUCT SERVICE  
1. Verify the symptom and review the operating instructions. The problem may be unfamiliarity  
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 plate is located on the front stabilizer at the  
bottom of the unit.  
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 Europe GmbH  
Telephone: (+49) 089.317.751.66  
FAX: (+49) 089.317.751.38  
Life Fitness Asia Pacific Ltd  
Telephone: (+852) 2891.6677  
FAX: (+852) 2575.6001  
Life Fitness (UK) LTD  
Telephone: (+44) 1353.665507  
FAX: (+44) 1353.666018  
Life Fitness Latin America  
and Caribbean  
Telephone: (+1) 847.288.3964  
FAX: (+1) 847 288.3886  
Life Fitness Atlantic BV  
Life Fitness Benelux  
Life Fitness Brazil  
Telephone: (+32) 03.644.44.88  
FAX: (+32) 03.644.24.80  
Telephone: (+32) 87.300.942  
FAX: (+32) 87.300.943  
Telephone: (+55) 11.7295.2217  
FAX: (+55) 11.7295.2218  
Life Fitness Japan  
Telephone: (+81) 3.3359.4306  
FAX: (+81) 3.3359.4307  
Life Fitness Italia S.R.L.  
Telephone: (+39) 0472.835.470  
FAX: (+39) 0472.833.150  
Life Fitness Iberia  
Telephone : (+34) 93 672 4660  
FAX : (+34) 93 672 4670  
Toll-free telephone: 800.438836  
Life Fitness Vertriebs GmbH  
Telephone: (+43) 1615.7198  
FAX: (+43) 1615.7198.20  
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7
SPECIFICATIONS  
7.1 9100 LIFECYCLE RECUMBENT EXERCISE BIKE SPECIFICATIONS  
Designed use:  
Heavy/Commercial  
Maximum user weight:  
400 pounds / 181 kilograms  
CONSOLE:  
Type:  
Arrow keys  
Displays:  
MESSAGE CENTER with heart rate, distance, Revolutions Per Minute (RPM),  
calories, calories per hour (when enabled), Watts (when enabled), and  
METs (when enabled)  
WORKOUT PROFILE  
Summaries:  
Character size:  
Workouts:  
Total elapsed time of workout, total calories burned, total distance  
0.54 inches  
Quick Start, Fat Burn, Cardio, Manual, Random, Hill, Heart Rate Hill, Heart  
Rate Interval, Heart Rate Extreme, Watts (when enabled), METS (when  
enabled), Kilimanjaro, Cascades, Speed Training, Interval, Foot Hills, Around  
the World, Aerobic Trainer  
Heart rate monitor:  
Polar telemetry heart rate monitoring system  
Polar heart rate chest strap (optional)  
Intensity levels:  
Pedal size  
20  
5 inches x 5.5 inches / 127 millimeters x 140 millimeters  
Drive type:  
Accessory Tray:  
Color:  
Belt/alternator  
Standard  
Slate gray with red and black accents  
ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS:  
Length  
54 inches / 137 centimeters  
26 inches / 66 centimeters  
51 inches / 129 centimeters  
134 pounds / 61 kilograms  
Width  
Height  
Weight  
SHIPPING DIMENSIONS:  
Length  
Width  
57 inches / 145 centimeters  
29 inches / 74 centimeters  
44 inches / 112 centimeters  
165 pounds / 75 kilograms  
Height  
Weight  
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7.1 8500 LIFECYCLE RECUMBENT EXERCISE BIKE SPECIFICATIONS  
Designed use:  
Heavy/Commercial  
Maximum user weight:  
400 pounds / 181 kilograms  
CONSOLE:  
Type:  
Arrow keys  
Displays:  
MESSAGE CENTER with heart rate, distance, Revolutions Per Minute (RPM),  
calories, calories per hour (when enabled), Watts (when enabled), and  
METs (when enabled)  
WORKOUT PROFILE  
Summaries:  
Total elapsed time of workout, total calories burned, total distance  
0.54 inches  
Character size:  
Workouts:  
Quick Start, Fat Burn, Cardio, Manual, Random, Hill  
Heart rate monitor:  
Polar telemetry heart rate monitoring system (optional in U.S.A.)  
Polar heart rate chest strap (optional)  
Intensity levels:  
Pedal size  
20  
5 inches x 5.5 inches / 127 millimeters x 140 millimeters  
Drive type:  
Accessory Tray:  
Color:  
Belt/alternator  
Optional  
Slate gray with red and black accents  
ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS:  
Length  
54 inches / 137 centimeters  
26 inches / 66 centimeters  
51 inches / 129 centimeters  
134 pounds / 61 kilograms  
Width  
Height  
Weight  
SHIPPING DIMENSIONS:  
Length  
Width  
57 inches / 145 centimeters  
29 inches / 74 centimeters  
44 inches / 112 centimeters  
165 pounds / 75 kilograms  
Height  
Weight  
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