Diamondback APEX U6, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ... right Record of Purchase SERIAL NUMBE R oF THis _ NOTE Please record details associated with the purchase of your Diamondback Fitness Apex U6 below This information will be required in the event the unit requires future service ATTACH THE PURCHASE RECEIPT Dealer Name Dealer Telephone Number Dealer Address Date Purchased Dealer Contact Name To Activate Your Warranty Please register the unit at www...

Page 3: ...Diamondback Fitness Apex U6 Owner s Manual Release v 2 11 2009 ...

Page 4: ... is an Important Key to Your Exercise 13 Touch Heart Rate Sensors 13 Wireless Heart Rate Receiver 13 Your Estimated Maximum Heart Rate Target Training Zone 14 WORKOUT QUALITY AND QUANTITY 15 CONSOLE LAYOUT 17 LCD Display Windows 17 Buttons And Keys 19 MP3 iPod Input Jack and Speakers 20 Default Settings 20 PROGRAMS 21 Quick Start 21 Manual Program 22 Classic Programs 23 User Program 23 Target Hear...

Page 5: ...inclement weather or were simply looking for new and different cross training options This trend still continues today twenty years later as the strong Diamondback brand resonates with both the boomers who grew up with the bicycles as well as the younger generations riding them today Diamondback Fitness continues to build upon this legendary brand identity by offering the cardio enthusiast a full ...

Page 6: ... 0 x 2 0 mm 4 N Hex Bolt M8 x 1 25 x 12 mm 6 mm socket 5 P Handlebar Assembly 1 Q1 Handlebar Fixing Clamp 1 Q2 Lock Washer 7 0 x 13 0 x 2 0 mm 2 Q3 Flat Washer 7 0 x 12 0 x 1 0 mm 2 Q4 Handlebar Clamp Cover 1 Q5 Spacer Bushing 7 0 x 12 0x 40 mm plastic 1 Q6 T Handle M7 x 1 0x65mm 1 Q7 Hex Bolt M7 x 1 0 x 30 mm 1 R Console 1 S Heart Rate Wire Harness Console 1 T Heart Rate Wire Harness Handlebar 1 ...

Page 7: ...ded The estimated assembly time of the Apex U6 for a person familiar with basic tool usage is thirty 30 to forty five 45 minutes Always inspect the unit to ensure handlebars are fixed and the seat post is locked into position prior to using the unit Assembly instructions Remove the hex fixing bolts B D from the front stabilizer A and rear stabilizer C Align the holes in the main frame with the rec...

Page 8: ...d the adjuster knob on the right side of the seat tube and pull outward away from frame to allow post to enter the seat tube Adjust the seat to preferred height Do not extent the post beyond the minimum insertion mark MAX stamped into the post and release the knob Ensure the post is fixed in place and re tighten knob to lock the post El m Remove the five 5 hex bolts IV four 4 flat washers M and on...

Page 9: ...p of the front transport rollers Carefully lift and support the rear end of the unit until both wheels touch the ground Slowly roll into position After moving the unit ensure all four feet touch the floor Review assembly step 1 above for leveling instructions Adjust the final position of the bars P by loosening the T Handle Q6 counter clockwise Select the desired angle and re tighten the T handle ...

Page 10: ...uce the Risk of Injury to Yourself or Others To ensure proper functioning of your unit do not install attachments or accessories not provided or recommended by Diamondback Fitness Always wear proper clothing and shoes when exercising Never operate the unit without first verifying that both the handlebar and seat post are firmly fixed o o This Class C product is rated for home Class H use only Use ...

Page 11: ...astened securely before getting ontheunitandaftermaking anyadjustments i e seatpost saddle seat assembly andhandlebars Use thehandlebars when getting onandofftheApexU6unit Never operate theunitif it isdamaged orbroken Contact yourlocal authorized Diamondback Fitness Dealer forservice Please unplug theunitafter exercising Donotremove thecovers orothercomponents Only Authorized Diamondback Fitness D...

Page 12: ...lictions The Surgeon General s healthy weight advice for consumers encourages the following actions Aim For a Healthy Weight Find your Body Mass Index BMI on the chart below Be Active Keep physically active to balance the calories you consume Eat Well Select sensible portion sizes Body Mass Index BMI weight lb height 2 in x 703 O I i 12 120 130 140 4 6 4 8 iiii iii i iiiiiiHi _i_iiiiii liii 4 1o i...

Page 13: ...ogram is operating gently grasp both touch heart rate sensors on the handlebar The computer will detect your pulse rate and register a two or three digit number in the PULSE window on the LCD display NOTE If an inconsistent heart rate is displayed while using the hand pulse sensors Ensure the palms of both hands are touching the contact areas of the touch heart rate sensors Maintain even pressure ...

Page 14: ...ercise intensity is too low or too high only modest gains will be made in strength and cardiovascular fitness A workout at a very low intensity will not offer maximum benefits Conversely if the workout intensity is too high injury or fatigue may set your exercise program back as the body attempts to recover To calculate your maximum heart rate and find the target training zone use the following fo...

Page 15: ...ity including a warm up and cool down period for each exercise session Frequency 3 to 5 times per week Intensity 60 to 85 of maximum heart rate In addition to aerobic exercise it is recommended that you add strength training of moderate intensity twice per week to your program Get a Smart Start on Exercising Anyone over the age of 35 as well as younger persons whom are overweight should check with...

Page 16: ...low with intensity low until you build up endurance and strength Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program Typical Target Zone Exercise Patterns for 35 year old 185 bpm Maximum Attainable Heart Rate 157 85 of Maximum bpm 111 _ bpm Resting Warm up 20 30 Minutes Cool down Restin_ 5 Minutes of Exercise 5 Minutes 16 ...

Page 17: ...ouch heart rate sensors or the wireless heart rate receiver If a pulse is not detected the heart icon will not be visible and the Bpm will be displayed as P Pulse Your heart rate will be displayed in this field when detected by the touch heart rate sensors or wireless heart rate receiver Unit of measurement is Bpm Beats Per Minute Speed An estimate of your speed in miles calculated by RPM will be ...

Page 18: ... calories burned since the beginning of the workout will be displayed in this field Brickyard or Workout Profile This field will graphically display the terrain of the workout program A higher brick stack represents a higher load or resistance level A flashing column of bricks will indicate the user s progress in the program at any given time Although only eight 8 columns show in the window the co...

Page 19: ...he program displayed in the Alpha Numeric Messaging Bar Pressing START QUICK START STOP key once while in Program mode will pause the program Pressing the key again will un pause the program UP DOWN During the Program Set Up mode press UP or DOWN to adjust the Age Weight and Time values During the Program mode press UP or DOWN to adjust the resistance level ENTER Within the Set Up mode the ENTER k...

Page 20: ...dphone jack of the device and the other end to the console port located just above the accessory tray Sound levels are controlled by the device so be sure to check the internal settings if the noise level is not satisfactory Default Settings Gender Age Weight Time Segment Time Load Male 25 years 155 lb 0 minutes If left at zero the program time will count up and run continuously until stopped by t...

Page 21: ...for two 2 seconds USER will flash in the Alpha Numeric Message Bar indicating the launching of the User Select mode From here customization of the user information which serves as the data to be used for the heart rate programs calorie calculations etc can be performed Another user profile may be selected at any time by pressing the RESET key for two 2 seconds Select User 1 User 2 User 3 or User 4...

Page 22: ... scroll through the various programs by pressing the UP DOWN keys confirming a selection by pressing the ENTER key Manual Program The Manual program is unique in that the user can select any quantity of the four possible values to track this program When the first of the target values is reached an audible alarm will sound indicating the end of the program This function is especially useful for tr...

Page 23: ...TER to launch the program Classic Programs When Programs is selected the brickyard will display the profile associated with first program in the list of available classic programs Press the UP or DOWN keys repeatedly to scroll through the six 6 program options and the linked profiles Interval 1 Interval 2 Hill Climb 1 Hill Climb 2 Hill Climb 3 and Fat Burner Select a program and profile by pressin...

Page 24: ...mount of work being performed by the user will increase and so will the heart rate Conversely if the user s heart rate climbs above the target zone the load will be reduced ultimately decreasing the heart rate The advantages of heart rate control programs are the simplicity and accuracy by which the ideal cardiovascular training zone is maintained thereby offering a very efficient workout For the ...

Page 25: ...s aheart ratetarget of55 ofthecurrent user s calculated maximum heart rate Likewise Target 75 and Target 95 represent 75 and95 oftheuser s calculated maximum heart raterespectively Fixed Target issimilar tothepercentage targets butrather thanthecomputer calculating theheartrate target theusermay enteranumeric value which willbecome theheart ratecontrol target Select aprogram bypressing ENTER IfFix...

Page 26: ...k is part of the initial break in service as non tightened cranks will become loose ultimately requiring replacement Damage of this type is only caused by under tightened cranks and is not covered under the Warranty Policy Tools have been provided for this service Your Diamondback Fitness Apex U6 is manufactured of the most durable materials available The plastics are made of strong and chemical r...

Page 27: ...l entity In the absence of a valid Warranty Registration the original sales receipt will serve as satisfactory documentation of the valid warranty status To Obtain Service To obtain service you must contact your Authorized Diamondback Fitness Dealer Your dealer is also your Authorized Service Agent An Authorized Service Agent must diagnose your unit to begin the warranty claim process Warranty Reg...

Page 28: ...mbly can be avoided if the unit is assembled by an authorized technician Damage due to improper assembly is not covered by the warranty Common assembly errors can include damaged wire harnesses stripped crank arms stripped pedals or damaged threads If the serial number has been removed altered or defaced the warranty for the affected unit is voided Parts Service Contact the Authorized Diamondback ...

Page 29: ...articular purpose created hereby and are limited to the same duration as the express warranty herein Diamondback Fitness shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of implied warranties incidental or consequential so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you Retailers and wholesale outlets for Diamondback Fi...

Page 30: ...oid the warranty You may register your product at www diamondbackfitness com Name last first Address City Daytime Telephone s oq Evening Telephone z oo oDqNrq Dealer Store Name Dealer s Address City Model Apex U6 Serial Number E Mail Completed Form To Diamondback Fitness Warranty Card 6004 S 190th Street Suite 101 Kent Washington 98032 3O Date of Purchase ...

Page 31: ...gistered Trademark rM Trademark SM Service Mark of Sears Brands LLC _ Marca Registrada rM Marca de F brica SM Marca de Servicio de Sears Brands LLC Diamondback Fitness stands behind every product we sell If this Apex exercise bike fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one 1 year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 to arrange for free repair or replacemen...

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