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                                                                                                                                          Xterra FS5.25e Elliptical

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Heart Rate programs 

 

The old motto, “no pain, no gain”, is a myth that has been overpowered by the benefits of 

exercising comfortably. A great deal of this success has been promoted by the use of heart rate 

monitors. With the proper use of a heart rate monitor, many people find that their usual choice of 

exercise intensity was either too high or too low and exercise is much more enjoyable by 

maintaining their heart rate in the desired benefit range. 

 

To determine the benefit range in which you wish to train, you must first determine your Maximum 

Heart Rate. This can be accomplished by 

using the following formula: 220 minus your 

age. This will give you the Maximum heart 

rate (MHR) for someone of your age. To 

determine the effective heart rate range for 

specific goals you simply calculate a 

percentage your MHR. Your Heart rate 

training zone is 50% to 90% of your 

maximum heart rate. 60% of your MHR is 

the zone that burns fat while 80% is for 

strengthening the cardio vascular system. 

This 60% to 80% is the zone to stay in for 

maximum benefit. 

 

For someone who is 40 years old their 

target heart rate zone is calculated: 

 

220 – 40 = 180 (maximum heart rate) 

180 x .6 = 108 beats per minute (60% of maximum) 

180 X .8 = 144 beats per minute (80% of maximum) 

 

So for a 40 year old the training zone would be 108 to 144 beats per minute. 

 

If you enter your age during programming the console will perform this calculation automatically. 

Entering your age is used for the Heart Rate control programs and also for the Heart rate bar graph. 

After calculating your Maximum Heart Rate you can decide upon which goal you would like to 

pursue.   

 

The two most popular reasons for, or goals, of exercise are cardiovascular fitness (training for the 

heart and lungs) and weight control. The black columns on the chart below represent the Maximum 

Heart Rate for a person whose age is listed at the bottom of each column. The training heart rate, 

for either cardiovascular fitness or weight loss, is represented by two different lines that cut 

diagonally through the chart. A definition of the lines’ goal is in the bottom left-hand corner of the 

chart. If your goal is cardiovascular fitness or if it is weight loss, it can be achieved by training at 

80% or 60%, respectively, of your Maximum Heart Rate on a schedule approved by your physician. 

Consult your physician before participating in any exercise program.   

 

With all Spirit Heart Rate Control elliptical machines you may use the heart rate monitor feature 

without using the Heart Rate Control program. This function can be used during manual mode or 

during any of the nine different programs. The Heart Rate Control program automatically controls 

resistance at the pedals.

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Summary of Contents for FS5.25e

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...uctions 3 Important Electrical Information 4 Important Operation Instructions 4 Assembly Instructions 5 Features 13 Operation of Your New Elliptical 14 Maintenance 22 Manufacturer s Limited Warranty 23 Table of Contents Serial Number Sticker Location Front Floor Support Tube ...

Page 3: ...easy contact in the future We appreciate your confidence in Xterra and we will always remember that you are the reason that we are in business Please complete and mail your registration card today and enjoy your new elliptical Yours in Health The folks at Xterra Fitness Name of Dealer______________________________________ Telephone Number of Dealer___________________________ Purchase Date_________...

Page 4: ... Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered Sparks from the motor may ignite a highly gaseous environment Never drop or insert any object into any openings Do not use outdoors To disconnect turn all controls to the off position then remove the plug from the outlet Do not attempt to use your elliptical for any purpose other than for the purpose ...

Page 5: ...evel on the computer console and release the adjustment key The computer will obey the command gradually NEVER use your elliptical during an electrical storm Surges may occur in your household power supply that could damage elliptical components Use caution while participating in other activities while using your elliptical such as watching television reading etc These distractions may cause you t...

Page 6: ...sher 2pcs 149 5 16 x 23mm Flat Washer 4pcs 124 M5 x 10mm Phillips Head Screw 4pcs 158 3 8 Split Washer 1pc 110 5 16 x 2 1 4 Hex Head Bolt 4pcs 111 3 8 x 3 4 Hex Head Bolt 2pcs 157 5 16 Split Washer 4pcs 159 5 16 Star Washer 4pcs 139 3 8 Nyloc Nut 2pcs 113 3 8 x 2 1 4 Hex Head Bolt 1pc 156 3 8 x 23mm Curved Washer 2pcs ...

Page 7: ... Washer 4pcs 128 3 5mm x 12mm Sheet Metal Screw 6pcs Step 3 Step 4 128 3 5mm x 12mm Sheet Metal Screw 8pcs 125 M5 x 15mm Phillips Head Screw 18pcs 109 5 16 x 1 1 4 Hex Head Bolt 2pcs 137 5 16 Nyloc Nut 2pcs 149 5 16 x 23mm Flat Washer 2pcs ASSEMBLY PACK CHECK LIST Step 2 126 M6 x 10mm Phillips Head Screw 4pcs ...

Page 8: ...Xterra FS5 25e Elliptical 7 165 Phillips Head Screw Driver 1 pc 166 12 14mm Wrench 1pc 163 13 14mm Wrench 1pc Tools 164 Short Phillips Head Screw Driver 1 pc ...

Page 9: ... bracket on the top of the main body pulling slightly on the computer cable at the top of the mast while installing this will ensure the cable does not get pinched and shorted out during assembly There is one bolt that is pre installed in the receiving tube that will slide into the slots at the bottom of the mast 4 Install the two 3 8 X bolts 111 and curved washers 156 through the front of the con...

Page 10: ...Xterra FS5 25e Elliptical 9 ...

Page 11: ... washers 155 onto the swing arm axles Slide the swing arms 4 Left 5 Right onto the axles and secure with the two 5 16 X 15mm bolts 107 and 5 16 flat washers 149 Do not force the swing arms onto the axle They should slide on but you may need to jiggle them to get them lined up properly The swing arms have been previously installed at the factory so they do fit properly ...

Page 12: ...e right connecting arm 9 and line up the rod end with the bracket at the bottom of the right swing arm 11 Install the 5 16 X 1 1 4 bolt 109 through the bracket of the swing arm and then through the rod end Install the 5 16 flat washer 149 and 5 16 nut 137 on the bolt and tighten as much as possible Repeat this step for the left side ...

Page 13: ... the bottom of the swing arms with the two 3 5mm X 12mm sheet metal screws 128 and four M5 X 15mm screws 125 4 Install the swing arm end cap covers 88 89 left 90 91 right with the six 3 5mm X 12mm sheet metal screws 128 5 Install the two Z shaped metal brackets 27 as shown with four M6 X 10mm screws 126 The Z brackets should be installed so the tab with the tapped hole is pointing toward the rear ...

Page 14: ...not just straight back This causes stress on the outer part of the foot and throws off the natural alignment of the joints The solution was to add a 2 degree inward angle to the footpads This might sound simple but what it does is straighten the user s joints back into a neutral alignment This eases the over stressing of the ankles knees and hips Incline Ramp The FS 5 25e has an exciting new ramp ...

Page 15: ...me all the lights will turn on When the lights go off the dot matrix display will show a software version i e VER 1 0 and the time and distance windows will display an odometer reading The odometer reading displays how many hours the elliptical has been used and how many virtual miles the elliptical has gone The odometer will remain displayed for only a few seconds then the console will go to the ...

Page 16: ...l has a built in heart rate monitoring system Simply grasping the hand pulse sensors on the stationary handle bars will start the heart Icon blinking this may take a few seconds The Pulse Display Window will display your heart rate or Pulse in beats per minute The Stop Reset button actually has several functions Pressing the Stop Reset key once during a program will Pause the program for 5 minutes...

Page 17: ...se the Elliptical you will not have to enter it every time you work out unless either your age or weight changes or someone else enters a different age and weight Programming Manual The Manual program works as the name implies manually This means that you control the workload yourself and not the computer 1 Press the Manual program button then press the Enter key 2 The message window will ask you ...

Page 18: ...vel that stays at a steady workload is the best The absolute best way to burn fat is to keep your heart rate at around 60 to 70 of its maximum potential This program does not use heart rate but simulates a lower steady exertion workout P 3 Wild Ride The Wild Ride program is designed to increase your cardio vascular function this is exercise for your heart and lungs It will build up your heart musc...

Page 19: ...cept the new number and proceed on to the next screen 3 You are now asked to enter your Weight You may adjust the weight number using the Up and Down keys then press enter to continue 4 Next is Time You may adjust the Time and press enter to continue 5 Now you are asked to adjust the Max Level This is the peak exertion level you will experience during the program work level at the top of the hill ...

Page 20: ...between a quarter mile track or profile display in the dot matrix window by pressing the enter key 10 When the program ends the message window will show a summary of your workout The summary will be displayed for a short time then the console will return to the start up display Heart Rate Program operation To start an HR program follow the instructions below or just select the HR1 or HR2 program t...

Page 21: ...maximum So for a 40 year old the training zone would be 108 to 144 beats per minute If you enter your age during programming the console will perform this calculation automatically Entering your age is used for the Heart Rate control programs and also for the Heart rate bar graph After calculating your Maximum Heart Rate you can decide upon which goal you would like to pursue The two most popular ...

Page 22: ... of Effort 6 Minimal 7 Very very light 8 Very very light 9 Very light 10 Very light 11 Fairly light 12 Comfortable 13 Somewhat hard 14 Somewhat hard 15 Hard 16 Hard 17 Very hard 18 Very hard 19 Very very hard 20 Maximal You can get an approximate heart rate level for each rating by simply adding a zero to each rating For example a rating of 12 will result in an approximate heart rate of 120 beats ...

Page 23: ...oises persist check that the unit is properly leveled before calling the service department Maintenance Menu in console software The console has built in maintenance diagnostic software The software will allow you to change the console settings from English to Metric and turn off the beeping of the speaker when a key is pressed for example To enter the Maintenance menu may be called Engineering mo...

Page 24: ...such as alterations modifications abuse misuse accident improper maintenance inadequate power supply or acts of God 4 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered 5 Products that have been sold transferred bartered or given to a third party 6 Products that are used as store display models 7 Products that do not have a warranty registration on file at Xterra Fitness inc X...

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