Octane Fitness Pro 370, Operation Manual

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Page 3: ...al thoroughly to become acquainted with your product it includes important information on operation and maintenance Octane Fitness distributes products through authorized specialty fitness dealers These dealers are experts in all aspects of the fitness experience and are trained to assist you with any questions you may have about your Octane Fitness product However if you would like to speak direc...

Page 4: ...or its intended use as described in this Operations Manual Do not modify the product in any way Do not remove the plastic shrouds from the machine Service should be performed only by an authorized Octane Fitness service representative Moving parts contained under the shrouds can be extremely dangerous when not covered Never operate this elliptical cross trainer if it has a damaged cord or plug if ...

Page 5: ...xternal surfaces of your cross trainer after use to remove sweat and dust Monitor and check your Octane cross trainer on a regular basis Refer to the Cleaning and Maintenance section of this manual for more information about the care of your Octane cross trainer Inspect all external parts of the elliptical cross trainer regularly If service is required contact your local dealer or Octane Fitness C...

Page 6: ...etic fields Television sets electric motors radios and high voltage power lines can affect the transmitter s performance These items can interfere with the heart rate signal that is being transmitted to the receiver possibly affecting the heart rate readings that appear on the electronic console Do not immerse the transmitter in water However some moisture is necessary for the transmitter to funct...

Page 7: ... Workload Resistance 19 LED Readout Windows 20 X Mode 21 GluteKicker 21 ArmBlaster 21 HeartLogic Intelligence 22 Critical Heart Rate Feedback 23 User Set up Functions 24 MultiGrip Handlebars 25 Smart Exercise Tips 26 Starting Your Workout 29 Cleaning Maintenance 30 Troubleshooting FAQs 31 Electronic Issues 31 Mechanical Issues 33 Limited Commercial Warranty 34 Limited Consumer Warranty 36 ...

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Page 9: ... a program Once a program is selected the console display will guide you through the steps to program your workout After each prompt simply enter the requested data and press Enter and you are on your way If no values are entered at the prompts the machine defaults to the standard values for the program you have selected CSAFE Interface The PRO370 is compatible with CSAFE Communications Specificat...

Page 10: ...key during set up to increase the value of the parameter highlighted in the Message Center including program time level target heart rate watts or METs number of intervals age or weight During a workout pressing the Up Arrow key increases the resistance level target heart rate or constant output target depending upon the program you are using Down Arrow Use this key during set up to decrease the v...

Page 11: ...ow or Down Arrow keys To deactivate ArmBlaster simply press the ArmBlaster button a second time X Mode X Mode is a great way to take advantage of the variety your elliptical cross trainer offers Press the X Mode button within any program and a combination of one to four randomly generated X Mode LEDs will light up instructing you what to do Each X Mode session lasts for one minute with a two minut...

Page 12: ... didn t toggle between the displays in each window Do you just care about seeing time or you want to focus on heart rate data Just press the Display Lock key to stop the toggling Press the Display Lock key again to have the LEDs revert back to a continuous loop ...

Page 13: ... warm up which lasts three minutes or until you reach your target heart rate then your selected program begins Increasing or decreasing the Level changes the target heart rate You 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 time for each program Four programs Manual Custom Interval Custom Heart Rate Interval...

Page 14: ... uphill and downhill terrain Level Age Weight 1 40 150 lbs 68 kg Fat Burn Controlled workout at 65 of theoretical maximum heart rate or user specified target heart rate to maximize fat burn Workout Time Age Target Heart Rate Weight 30 00 40 220 Age 65 150 lbs 68 kg Cardio Controlled workout at 80 of theoretical maximum heart rate or user specified target heart rate to maximize cardiovascular devel...

Page 15: ...te Workout Time Age High Target Heart Rate Weight 30 00 1 220 Age 85 150 lbs 68 kg Constant Watts Controlled workout at constant output of user specified watts Workout Time Age Weight Watts 30 00 40 150 lbs 68 kg 125 Constant METs Controlled workout at constant output of user specified metabolic equivalent units METs Workout Time Age Weight METs 30 00 40 150 lbs 68 kg 7 0 30 30 Fitness assessment ...

Page 16: ... the workout by pressing the Up Arrow or Down Arrow key on the keypad Level Random The Random program has a virtually infinite number of different combinations To begin the program use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys or the numeric keypad to enter the program settings as prompted by the message center Workout Time Level the average level you want for the entire workout Age and Weight The computer...

Page 17: ...2nd for the entire remaining workout or until you change it again Custom Interval The Custom Interval program lets you specify the resistance level and duration of up to 6 alternating intervals To begin the program use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys or the numeric keypad to enter the program settings as prompted by the message center Workout Time How Many Intervals 2 to 6 1st Interval Time 1st I...

Page 18: ...hese recovery sessions give your body a quick break allowing you to take in more oxygen and letting your muscles take a break while your heart continues to beat at a higher pace This approach lets you hit higher resistance levels for shorter periods giving you an interesting workout as you build strength and endurance 10K 10K simulates jogging or running outdoors It is a great training device to g...

Page 19: ...mple for a 40 year old person 220 40 yrs old 180 TMHR 180 65 117 Target heart rate Cardio The Cardio program guides your workout to maximize cardiovascular benefits like training for a race To begin the program use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys or the numeric keypad to enter the program settings as prompted by the message center Workout Time Age Target Heart Rate and Weight The recommended targ...

Page 20: ...High Target Heart Rate The program begins with a warm up If you reach your target heart rate during the warm up the warm up ends and the heart rate control portion begins The resistance increases or decreases at the end of each two minute period to get you to the next interval When you reach the new target heart rate the new two minute interval begins The display will prompt you to increase or dec...

Page 21: ...ou reach the new target heart rate the new timed interval begins The display will prompt you to increase or decrease your effort until the desired heart rate is reached At any time during the program you can change the target heart rate of the current interval using the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys User Target HR 1 User Target HR 2 User Target HR 3 User Set Time HR Controlled Variable Time User Se...

Page 22: ...our target heart rate during the warm up the warm up ends and the heart rate control portion begins The resistance increases or decreases at the end of each two minute period to get you to the next hill When you reach the new target heart rate the new two minute hill begins The display will prompt you to increase or decrease your effort until the desired heart rate is reached The better your physi...

Page 23: ...rogram begins with a warm up If you reach your target heart rate during the warm up the warm up ends and the heart rate control portion begins The resistance increases or decreases at the end of each one minute period to get you to the next interval When you reach the new target heart rate the new one minute interval begins The display will prompt you to increase or decrease your effort until the ...

Page 24: ...t Watts from 100 to 1120 Once you are pedaling and your warm up is complete the resistance increases or decreases according to your speed in order to keep your output at your Target Watts The faster you pedal the lower the resistance required to hit your target If your speed falls below 40 RPM the Message Center prompts you to speed up to lower the resistance Use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys t...

Page 25: ...ed by the message center Workout Time Age Weight and Target METs from 1 0 to 22 8 Once you are pedaling and your warm up is complete the resistance increases or decreases according to your speed in order to keep your output at your Target METs The faster you pedal the lower the resistance required to hit your target If your speed falls below 40 RPM the Message Center prompts you to speed up to low...

Page 26: ...ng this time the Message Center displays the your maximum and minimum heart rates for each interval The computer calculates the 5 interval average maximum heart rate and the average minimum heart rate and the difference between the two averages is your heart rate recovery score This value is a relative indicator of your fitness level a higher number indicates a more rapid heart rate recovery and t...

Page 27: ...nce levels during these workouts are 4 of the entered program level i e 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 on the console Resistance in Constant Programs The Constant Watts and Constant METs programs allow the user to enter the power output level in watts or METs for the program Th...

Page 28: ...ng Speed is displayed in revolutions per minute rpm Time in Zone Tracks and displays the amount of time your heart rate reading is in the proper training zone of the program Time in Zone is only displayed when you are in a heart rate controlled program and your heart rate is detected by the machine Note You must be wearing a wireless chest strap or consistently grasping the contact heart rate sens...

Page 29: ... The light sequence is randomly generated so you never know what is coming next To activate X Mode simply push the X Mode button while in any program To turn X Mode off push the button again Each X Mode session lasts for one minute The countdown time displays how much time until your next X Mode interval or how much time is left in your current X Mode interval Once you complete the interval you ha...

Page 30: ... torso underneath your shirt Place the strap just below your chest Make sure the logo is away from you and right side up It may help to moisten the electrodes on the back of the transmitter with a small amount of water for better contact with the skin The electrodes are the ribbed portion on the back side of the transmitter that sits against your skin Make sure the strap fits snugly but doesn t re...

Page 31: ... the message HR TOO HIGH SLOW DOWN When increasing if the machine reaches the highest resistance level 30 and your heart rate has still not reached your target high the display prompts you to INCREASE SPEED TO DECREASE RESISTANCE The picture to the right illustrates the heart rate interval program in the matrix display Interval Duration Once you have reached or surpassed the new target heart rate ...

Page 32: ...kout time by counting UP or DOWN The factory default setting is UP Max Workout Time You may set the maximum workout time for users of the PRO370 to any 1 minute increment between 1 00 and 99 00 Use the Enter key to scroll through the possible values and press the Up Arrow or Down Arrow key to select the value you desire The factory default setting is 30 minutes Unit Type You may choose to have the...

Page 33: ...al for pushing Gives longer range of motion Engages the deltoid shoulder and lat back muscles Zone 2 Large corner position Widest position Push with the palms better stability for a excellent chest press motion Focuses more on using the pectoral chest muscles Zone 3 Wide grip Emphasizes pectoral chest and lat back muscles Zone 4 Low inside position Shorter range of motion Suitable for lighter work...

Page 34: ... abandon your exercise routine altogether Time Time is the duration of your workout To achieve the results you are looking for it is important that you exercise for at least 20 minutes If you are new to exercise slowly increase the duration of each workout A great method is to add one minute to each workout until you reach your desired time Heart Rate Your heart rate is your body s speedometer The...

Page 35: ...that a 40 year old exerciser s heart rate should be between 99 and 162 beats per minute during a workout The chart below can be used as a reference If your exercise goal is to burn fat and lose weight you should exercise in the range of 60 to 70 of your TMHR You should also exercise for a longer period of time at least 30 minutes This will maximize the calories being burned from fat stores If your...

Page 36: ...skates Climb that hill or cruise through the trails on your cross country skis Ride an exercise bike jog on a treadmill or climb those dreaded stairs A little variety can take you a long way Setting Goals Another key to a successful exercise program is setting obtainable goals Goals can be big or small We recommend smaller goals so you see progress Here are a few examples Lose one pound per week C...

Page 37: ...at a cross trainer so change it up Go forward backward fast slow push pull total body and lower body only or turn on X Mode and let the computer run you through your workout COOL DOWN In addition to warming up your body before exercise you should perform a proper cool down when you are finished working out The Cool Down button is a simple and effective way to do this just press the button and let ...

Page 38: ...itness elliptical has been manufactured to withstand many hours of hard use with minimal required maintenance Simply wipe off the machine after a hard workout to remove any sweat to keep the machine clean DO NOT USE ANY CLEANERS ON THE TRACKS DO NOT USE WD 40 OR ANY TYPE OF SILICONE SPRAY IF USED IT CAN CAUSE AN INCREASE IN ROLLER WHEEL SQUEAKING ...

Page 39: ...e chest strap For better contact use water to moisten the electrodes on the side of the wireless chest strap that sits against your skin Make sure the logo is facing away from your body and is right side up Make sure you have placed the chest strap at the bottom of your pectoral muscles Some adjustment to the strap maybe necessary for the strap to get an accurate reading Make sure the strap is snu...

Page 40: ...s could be faulty Refer to the assembly instructions and check connections If the issue persists contact your local dealer for service LED always toggling Press Display Lock to stop the LEDs from toggling Console LEDs are not bright enough Enter User Set up by pressing the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys for three seconds or until you hear a beep Press the Up Arrow or Down Arrow key until BRIGHTNESS ...

Page 41: ...ctly adjust and lock the levelers If your machine is located on a soft surface such as carpet you may wish to stabilize the unit by purchasing a heavy duty floor mat from your local dealer to place under your machine Machine makes ticking clunking noise Contact your local dealer for service General Questions What is a calorie A calorie is a unit of measure for energy One calorie is equal to the am...

Page 42: ...RY QUALITY AND OR CORRESPONDENCE WITH DESCRIPTION EXCEPTIONS LIMITATIONS In no event shall We be liable to You or any third party for special indirect incidental or consequential damages of any kind whether based on contract tort or any other legal theory If a court determines that You are entitled to monetary damages in lieu of the remedies provided herein Our entire liability shall be limited to...

Page 43: ...product Each product has two serial numbers The console serial number can be found on the bottom of the console The base serial number can be found on the rail support plate below the power cord connection Please have both serial numbers when you call RECORD KEEPING Tip Record the serial numbers of your Octane Fitness elliptical cross trainers in the spaces below This will make it easier for you t...

Page 44: ... your choosing who purchases or is given the product By filling out a warranty transfer card and sending it to Octane Fitness the warranty will be transferred A warranty transfer card included in the Operations Manual or by calling customer service at 888 OCTANE4 ext 1 The transferable warranty is not valid to or from commercial settings The warranty can only be transferred one time How long the p...

Page 45: ...e remainder of the Warranty Period set forth above Except as provided above this Warranty is non assignable and non transferable to any third party and any such attempted assignment or transfer shall be null and void Our distributors sales representatives and or agents are not authorized to modify or expand the scope of this Warranty and any such attempted or purported modification or expansion sh...

Page 46: ...he new owner All parts are warranted for three years from original date of purchase Labor is covered for one year from original date of purchase This form should only be used by the original owner when selling or giving a used product to a new owner Please detach form below and send to Octane Fitness 9200 Wyoming Avenue North Suite 380 Brooklyn Park MN 55445 Fax 763 323 2064 Original Owner Name Ad...

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Page 48: ...ctane Fitness LLC All rights reserved Octane Fitness DedicatedLogic Fuel Your Life HeartLogic Now Zone GluteKicker ArmBlaster and X Mode are registered trademarks of Octane Fitness Any use of these trademarks without the express written consent of Octane Fitness is forbidden 102959 001 REV C Are you passionate about your workout and the results Share your story with others on the Octane Fitness we...