Horizon Fitness S-Class Series, Owner'S Manual

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ARE THE SOUNDS MY UPRIGHT BIKE MAKES NORMAL?

Our upright bikes are some of the quietest available because they use belt drives
and friction free magnetic resistance. We use the highest grade bearings and belts
to minimize noise. However, because the resistance system itself is so quiet, you
will occasionally hear other slight mechanical noises. Unlike older, louder tech-
nologies, there are no fans, friction belts, or alternator noises to mask these
sounds on our upright bikes. These mechanical noises, which may or may not be
intermittent, are normal and are caused by the transfer of significant amounts of
energy to a rapidly spinning flywheel. All bearings, belts and other rotating parts
will generate some noise which will transmit through the casing and frame. It is
also normal for these sounds to change slightly during a workout and over time
because of thermal expansion of the parts.

WHY IS THE UPRIGHT BIKE I HAD DELIVERED LOUDER THAN
THE ONE AT THE STORE?

All fitness products seem quieter in a large store showroom because there is gen-
erally more background noise than in your home. Also, there will be less rever-
beration on a carpeted concrete floor than on a wood overlay floor. Sometimes a
heavy rubber mat will help reduce reverberation through the floor. If a fitness
product is placed close to a wall, there will be more reflected noise.

HOW LONG WILL THE DRIVE BELT LAST?

The computer modeling we have done indicated virtually thousands of mainte-
nance free hours. Belts are now commonly used in far more demanding applica-
tions such as motorcycle drives.

CAN I MOVE THE UPRIGHT BIKE EASILY
ONCE IT IS ASSEMBLED?

Your Horizon Fitness upright bike has a pair of transport wheels built into the front
legs. It is easy to move your upright bike by rolling it on the front transport wheels.
It is important that you place your Horizon Fitness upright bike in a comfortable
and inviting room. Your upright bike is designed to use minimal floor space. Many
people will place their upright bikes facing the TV or a picture window. If at all pos-
sible, avoid putting your upright bike in a unfinished basement. To make exercise
a desirable daily activity for you, the upright bike should be in a attractive setting.

S.Class Series

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CHOOSING YOUR TIME

Press the ‘SET TIME’ button on the console to select your workout time (time is set
in 1 minute increments).

STARTING YOUR WORKOUT

Start pedaling, the console will automaticly begin counting down.

FINISHING YOUR WORKOUT

Remember to gradually slow down your pace before stopping your workout. After
you have finished your workout, the console will ‘beep’ several times to let you know
your workout is finished.

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