Octane Fitness 108581A 2.4GHz Module User Manual III

Octane Fitness 2.4GHz Module III

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User Manual III

iiTABLE OF CONTENTSGETTING STARTED ....................................................................................................................... 1• Important Safety Information ........................................................................................... 1• Warranty Information ........................................................................................................ 1• Learn More...and Join the Octane Fitness Community .............................................. 1• User Set-Up Functions ...................................................................................................... 2• Heart Rate Monitoring ...................................................................................................... 2• Cleaning and Maintenance ............................................................................................. 2ELECTRONICS ................................................................................................................................ 3• Q35x Keypad and Console .............................................................................................. 3• Keypad Buttons .................................................................................................................. 3• Octane Boosters ................................................................................................................ 5• Dynamic Display (LCD) ..................................................................................................... 6OCTANE FITNESS PROGRAMS ................................................................................................... 7• How Does Workload Resistance (Level) Work? ......................................................... 7• What Are the CROSS CiRCUIT® Programs? ................................................................. 7• The Optional CROSS CiRCUIT Kit ................................................................................... 7• Q35x Program Reference ................................................................................................. 8• Q35x Program Settings—Value Ranges ........................................................................ 9ENJOY YOUR OCTANE FITNESS ELLIPTICAL .......................................................................... 9
1GETTING STARTEDGet ready to Fuel Your Workout with the Octane Fitness elliptical cross trainer! You will soon be challenging yourself with a variety of pre-programmed workouts managed by sophisticated electronics that keep you interested and motivated. Getting started is easy—just step on and start pedaling. Follow the prompts to program your workout, and you are on your way! Important Safety InformationAnyone using this product should consult a physician before starting an exercise program. This is especially important for persons over 35 or those with pre-existing health conditions. If at any time during a workout an exerciser experienceS chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or shortness of breath, he or she should stop exercising immediately and consult a physician before starting again.The Octane Fitness Product Safety Information for Q Series Ellipticals (Part Number 108627-001), shipped with the product, contains important details for safe set-up and operation of the Octane Fitness elliptical. Users are expected to review this document before using the elliptical.Warranty InformationThe Octane Fitness elliptical is warranted to be free of all defects in material and workmanship for a specific period of time from original date of purchase. Please refer to the Octane Fitness Limited Consumer Warranty (Part Number 104198-001) included in your information packet for full terms and details of warranty coverage. Learn More...and Join the Octane Fitness Community!Should you have any questions regarding your elliptical, please log on to www.octanefitness.com where you will find answers to many common questions and tips on using your elliptical. If you would like to speak to an Octane Fitness Customer Service specialist, please call 1-888-OCTANE4 or 763-757-2662 extension 1.Or...find Octane Fitness on your favorite social media site—Facebook, Twitter, YouTube or Pinterest! Just search for “Octane Fitness” to get connected with a community of users who are enjoying free downloads and workout inspiration in a team atmosphere. Come join us!
2User Set-up Functions Program features, console settings, and controls of the Q35x can be adjusted to fit your personal preferences or workout environment. To access the User Set-up functions, press and hold both the Level () and Level () keys for three seconds, or until you hear a beep. The following customizable functions are displayed in sequence; use the ENTER key to toggle through the available options for each function, and press any () or () key to select a setting and move to the next function. To exit without changing any values, press PAUSE CLEAR twice. Once saved, values become the new standard and do not need to be reset for each use.Warm-Up This feature may be turned “ON” (to include a 3-minute warm-up in each workout) or “OFF”. Heart rate controlled programs and advanced programs always include a 3-minute warm-up, even if the warm-up is turned off here. The factory default setting is “ON”. Pause Turning this function to “OFF” lengthens to 10 minutes the period of time before a program automatically enters a value during programming. The factory default setting is “ON”, which is the appropriate setting for a typical user. The “OFF” setting is primarily used during product demonstrations.Clock Direction The Octane elliptical can track workout time by counting “UP” or “DOWN”. The factory default setting is “UP”.Units You may choose to have the weight and distance units displayed in “ENGLISH” (pounds and miles) or “METRIC” (kilograms and kilometers). The factory default setting is “ENGLISH”. Beep You may turn the console sounds “ON” or “OFF”. The factory default setting is “ON”.Exit When EXIT is displayed, press Enter to leave User Set-up. All of your selections will be saved and become the new standard settings for your machine. They may be changed at any time by repeating these set-up procedures.Heart Rate MonitoringThe Q35x is equipped with state-of-the-art heart rate monitoring technologies that help you make the most of your training efforts. The digital contact heart rate grip sensors on the stationary handlebars enable on-demand heart rate monitoring—just grasp the sensors and your current heart rate is displayed on the console. Cleaning and Maintenance of the Q35x EllipticalWARNING! This machine contains moving parts. Take caution when trying to locate and fix any problem with the machine.Your Octane Fitness elliptical has been manufactured to withstand many hours of hard use with minimal required maintenance. Simply wipe off the machine with a clean towel after a hard workout to remove any sweat to keep the machine clean. Do not use bleach on the console as it will damage the surface.Use a clean towel with a mild soap and water solution to clean tracks and rollers and the Powerband handles after use. Powerbands may be cleaned with Armor All® or a similar cleaning product to restore the original shine.Abrasive cloths, towels, paper towels, and similar items may cause damage to surface of your console. Do not use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia, or abrasive cleaners, as they, too, may damage the console. Please contact your local Octane Fitness dealer should you have any questions or encounter any maintenance issues with your elliptical. If you would like to speak directly to an Octane Fitness customer service specialist, please call 888.OCTANE4 or 763.757.2662, ext. 1, or visit www.octanefitness.com.
3ELECTRONICSThe Octane Fitness Q35x features simple, easy to understand keypads and a dynamic display which provides all the information you need to get started and stay motivated during your workout. Check out the program descriptions found later in this manual to choose the workout that is just right for you.Getting started is easy—just hop on and start pedaling, then choose your workout and adjust the settings. DedicatedLogic™ programming gives you the ultimate in ease of use and total flexibility for programming your console. This allows you to start your workout, then program the electronics, and to change settings at any time during your workout. This ease of use starts by giving each key only one function. This makes it easy to understand how each key works.Q35x Keypad and ConsoleYour Q35x elliptical is equipped with an informative console and simple-to-use keypad featuring a selection of pre-programmed workouts, the Octane Fitness Workout Boosters and the dynamic LCD to provide workout directions and feedback.EnterProgramWorkout LevelOR PauseClearM.O.M.Quick Start Time Calories SpeedDistanceHR LevelChallenging intervals for powerful, toned armsFocused intervals for toning hips, glutes and thighsRandom intervals directed by built-in personal trainerBoost yourWorkoutKeypad ButtonsThe Power button turns the LCD console on from sleep mode, or turns it off when you are finished. Your elliptical also has an intelligent sleep mode—a virtual off button. After a few minutes without use, the machine will automatically power down. You may also ‘wake’ your machine by simple getting on and beginning to pedal.Quick Start The easiest way for you to start your workout is to simply push the Quick Start button, setting the machine in a manual program at resistance Level 1 and Stride Length 21”. The calories readout will be based on a 150 lb. (68 kg) user, age 40. Once you have selected Quick Start, you can program Time, Level or Stride (on the Q47) in any order. (Age and Weight can only be changed by selecting one of the Programs on your elliptical and entering the values during Program set-up.)
4Press this button and then press ENTER to activate Movement Management Mode (M.O.M.), a unique control feature offered on Octane Fitness ellipticals which disables the console buttons and increases the resistance in the movement of the pedals so that the pedals do not move as easily. The icon in the lower right corner of the LCD lights to show that M.O.M. is activated, and the keypad does not respond to key presses. This control feature may discourage children from experimenting with the machine. To unlock M.O.M., press the button again, holding it for 3 seconds until the console responds.CAUTION! M.O.M. mode is provided to reduce the likelihood that children can pedal the elliptical cross-trainer. This feature does not lock the machine; the pedals still move and the potential for injury still exists. It is the responsibility of the user to supervise children and keep them off the elliptical cross trainer to minimize the likelihood of injury.Pause Clear Press once to pause your workout. The standard pause time is 10 minutes. To restart a paused workout, push any key or just begin pedaling. If you stop pedaling during a workout, the unit will automatically begin a pause phase; simply start pedaling to resume your workout. Press the Pause Clear button twice within two seconds, and your machine is reset and ready for another workout.Up and Down KeysProgram Workout Press the Program Workout () or () to scroll through the programs, then press Enter to select a program. Program changes can be made any time during your workout. When you change programs, the LCD message center prompts you to enter new program values as needed. Press the clock button (Time), then () or () to increase or decrease the time of your workout, in 1 minute increments. The standard workout time is 30:00. The maximum time is 99:00.Level Press Level () or () to increase or decrease the resistance level of the machine. There are 20 levels of resistance for preset resistance programs and the 30:30 fitness number program. For heart rate controlled programs on the Q35xi and Q47xi, the Level button increases your target heart rate. To save a change in target heart rate, press Enter.Enter Selects any of the changed values or items from the above keys. Also, pressing the Enter key during any workout will stop the LED readout windows from toggling between display modes.
5Octane BoostersYour Octane Fitness Q35x offers three ‘boosters’ to add motivation and variety to your workout. Press on the keypad to toggle through and choose one of these great challenges:X-Mode This great motivational tool keeps your workout fresh and exciting in any program. Every other minute X-Mode kicks in, prompting you to perform combinations of eight different challenges:Fast Pick up the pace—we recommend 50-60 rpm, but you should find your own comfort level.Squat Bend slightly at the knees as you pedal. You’ll feel this one in your quadriceps and glutes in no time!Reverse Pedal backwards to change the muscle focus on your entire lower body.Lean Back Grab the stationary handlebars and lean slightly backwards. This changes the muscle focus to your lower body. You will feel this in your quadriceps.Lower Body Only Either hold the stationary handlebars or naturally swing your arms.Push-Arms Focus on pushing with your arms to work your chest and triceps.Pull-Arms Focus on pulling with your arms to work your biceps and lats.Slow Slow down to 30-40 rpm to allow yourself to recover.During an X-Mode session, the level of resistance can be changed by pressing any () or () key on the keypad. ArmBlaster Press the “Boost Your Workout” button a second time to select ArmBlaster, a proprietary program designed to boost cardiovascular endurance while building strength and muscle tone. ArmBlaster adds upper-body strength sessions to the cardio program profile that you have selected. Every minute, resistance increases for a muscle-building, 10-repetition set as you transfer the workload from your lower body to your upper body. During the ArmBlaster rep countdown, the level of resistance can be changed by pressing any () or () key. Tip: If your elliptical is equipped with the optional CROSS CiRCUIT+ stationary foot platforms, step onto the platforms during your ArmBlaster sessions for an even more intense upper-body challenge.GluteKicker GluteKicker is an aggressive subset of X-Mode that is focused on your glutes, hips, and thighs. It uses four prompts: Reverse, Squat, Fast, and Lean Back. Initiate GluteKicker sessions by pressing the “Boost Your Workout” button a third time. Each session lasts for one minute, followed by a one-minute recovery period. During the GluteKicker session, the level of resistance can be changed by pressing any () or () key on the keypad or the right handlebar.A fourth click of the “Boost Your Workout” button cancels all boosters.
6Dynamic Display (LCD)MiThe LCD display prompts you to enter important information, dynamically displays all of the important workout data and highlights aspects of your workout such as upcoming intervals and resistance changes. Watch the display as you set up and progress through your workout—it will guide you, motivate you, and reward you with summary information at the end of your session.Displays workout time, counting up from 0:00. Time can be increased or decreased during your workout. The maximum time that users can set is 99:00. When actual workout time is displayed, the timer goes up to 99:59, then the display rolls over to 0:00. Refer to User Set-up Functions to learn how to switch from a “count up” to “count down” display.Displays an estimate of the total calories burned during the workout, based on the user’s entered weight. If no specific weight is entered, calories are based on a 150 lb. (68 kg) user..Displays an estimate of the distance you have traveled. Distance can be shown in either miles (English) or kilometers (metric). When you first purchase your elliptical the display will be in English. Refer to User Set-up Functions to learn how to switch from English to metric. Note: On the elliptical, 400 revolutions is approximately one mile; therefore, if you are pedaling at 50 rpm, you will “travel” approximately one mile in 8 minutes.Displays your current speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).Displays heart rate in beats per minute (BPM). Note: You must be wearing a wireless heart rate transmitter or consistently grasping the contact heart rate sensor grips on the stationary handlebars.Displays the resistance level (1-20), where 1 is the lowest resistance level and 20 is the highest.When lit, this icon indicates that M.O.M. mode (described under “Keypad Buttons”) is active.
7OCTANE FITNESS PROGRAMSThe Q35x has eight built-in programs to keep your workouts interesting: Classic programs: Manual—Random—Interval—Beginner Goal programs: Distance Goal—Calorie Goal Cross-Circuit programs: CC Time—CC FreePrograms begin with a warm-up to ease your body into your intense workout. During the warm-up, the resistance increases each minute. At the end of the warm-up, you will be at your selected resistance value or target heart rate. You can change the level at any time during the warm-up.Choose the program that best fits your workout needs for any given day. You decide how hard to work by setting the resistance level and goal (such as time, distance, or calories). Program your workout your way!How Does Workload Resistance (Level) Work?Nominal LevelExcept as noted below, you select a consistent level of resistance for your workout, and increase or decrease it whenever you choose using the Level () or () keys on the keypad.Program Level The Random and Distance Goal programs let you select an overall resistance level for the program. This level is the average resistance level for the workout. The range of resistance levels during these workouts are plus (+) or minus (-) 4 of the entered program level. That is, for program Level 5, minimum resistance is Level 1 and maximum resistance is Level 9. During the workout, the overall program resistance level is displayed. You can change the Level at any time.What Are the CROSS CiRCUIT Programs?CROSS CiRCUIT is a whole new way of working out with your Octane elliptical. These programs combine cardio intervals on the elliptical cross trainer with sets of strength and toning exercises off the machine using simple equipment such as hand weights or a fitness ball, or the optional CROSS CiRCUIT foot platforms and Powerbands.Use the quick-reference chart on the following pages to help select and set up the programs.The Optional CROSS CiRCUIT+ KitEnhance your workout experience with the Octane Fitness CROSS CiRCUIT+ Kit. The kit includes stationary foot platforms that attach to the frame of the unit and three additional Powerbands to help you complete the CROSS CiRCUIT exercises.For more information, or to purchase the CROSS CiRCUIT+ Kit, please contact your Octane Fitness dealer.
8Q35x PROGRAM REFERENCEPress Program () or () and Enter to choose a program.CLASSIC PROGRAMSPrograms & Standard Settings DescriptionTime (30:00)Level (1)Age (40)Weight (150 lbs./68 kg)Get on and go; constant resistance simulates walking or jogging on a flat surface. The oval racetrack equals 1/4 mile (or 400 meters); the counter in the matrix display shows laps completed. Time (30:00)Level (1)Age (40)Weight (150 lbs./68 kg)Enjoy computer-randomized resistance variation with a virtually infinite number of combinations. Get a new course each time you select the program or change the level. Each interval lasts one minute.Time (30:00)Intervals (2)Interval 1 — Time (00:30)Interval 1— Level (1)Interval n — Time (00:30)Interval n — Level (1)Age (40)Weight (150 lbs./68 kg)Design a custom workout of up to 4 alternating intervals of user-defined duration and resistance. Use Level () or () to adjust interval resistance mid-workout.Day (1)Follow a 14-day planned workout sequence to help jump-start your exercise program. Each day’s workout includes preset values for resistance level, time and a suggested speed (RPM). The values gradually increase in intensity each day, building up your stamina and getting you ready to workout on your own. Use Level () or () to chose the day (1-14) and you’re ready to go!Q35x CROSS CiRCUIT™ PROGRAMSPrograms & Standard Settings DescriptionTime (30:00)Level (1) Cardio (2:00)Strength (1:00)Age (40)Weight (150 lbs./68kg)Maximize the impact of your workout time with this challenging on-and off-machine cross-training routine. Set up the Cardio interval time, Strength interval time, and Level, complete your warm-up, then listen for the beeps to tell you when to step off the machine to complete your strength set. Create your own workout plan! The display will flash and you will hear another set of beeps when it is time to step back on the elliptical for your next cardio interval. This pattern continues throughout your workout. Use Level () or () to adjust the cardio interval resistance mid-workout.
9Q35x PROGRAM REFERENCEPress Program () or () and Enter to choose a program.Time (30:00)Level (1)Age (40)Weight (150 lbs./68kg)Enjoy this free-form integration of on-machine cardio and off-machine strength exercises. You decide when to step off for a strength set. Step back on to start another cardio interval. Use Level () or () to adjust the cardio interval resistance mid-workout.GOAL PROGRAMSPrograms & Standard Settings DescriptionDistance (10K) Level (5)Age (40)Weight (150 lbs./68 kg)Complete a virtual race—a great way to train for an actual event. Take to the hills as gradual resistance changes simulate variance in terrain, replicating the challenges encountered when walking or running outside. The distance readout counts down from 6.2 miles (10 kilometers). Use Level () or () to adjust interval resistance mid-workout.Calories (350)Level (1)Age (40)Weight (150 lbs./68 kg)Get moving on a flat course until you have burned your target number of calories. Use Level () or () to adjust interval resistance mid-workout. Watch the calories fall away!*Standard program values are used if no values are entered within 4 seconds of Message Center prompts.Q35x PROGRAM SETTINGS—VALUE RANGESSetting Standard Values* Minimum Value Maximum ValueTimeLevelAgeWeightIntervalsInterval (x) TimeInterval (x) LevelCalorie GoalDistance GoalCardioStrength30:00140150 lbs. (68 kg)200:30135010K (6.2 miles) 2:001:001:0011570 lbs. (32 kg)100:1511501K (.62 miles)0:300:3099:002099300 lbs. (181 kg)499:0020100021K (13.1 miles)10:0010:00ENJOY YOUR OCTANE FITNESS ELLIPTICALOur customer service team is available to answer any questions you may have about your Octane Fitness elliptical. Please join us in a ‘live’ chat at www.octanefitness.com, or call 1-888-OCTANE4 or 763-757-2662, ext. 1.
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