Merit 715E, User Manual

Page 1: ...ELLIPTICAL USER S GUIDE FOR MODELS 715E 725E...

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Page 3: ...onomics and innovative features you need to get stronger and healthier faster Because we re committed to designing fitness equipment from the inside out we use only the highest quality components It s...

Page 4: ...liptical is warmed up to room temperature before first time use Failure to do so may cause premature electronic failure To reduce the risk of burns fire electrical shock or injury to persons If you ex...

Page 5: ...sing it Place the product on a level flat surface It is recommended that you place a protective covering on your floor Note It is recommended that you apply grease to the threads of each bolt as you a...

Page 6: ...es 715E c 1 Power Supply 725E c 2 Handlebar Covers c 1 Top Cap Grommet c 4 Hardware Bags c 2 Front Stabilizer Caps c 2 Wheel Covers c Manual Resistance Knob 715E Only c 1 Guide Rail Set If you have qu...

Page 7: ...ERS B C Attach the GUIDERAIL SET to the MAIN FRAME using 2 BOLTS C and 2 WASHERS B from the front Then finish securing the GUIDERAIL SET to the MAIN FRAME by inserting 2 BOLTS D and 2 WASHERS B from a...

Page 8: ...n finished C Attach the CONSOLE MAST to the MAIN FRAME using 1 BOLT F 1 SPRING WASHER G and 1 WASHER B from the front and 2 BOLTS H 2 WASHERS B and 2 NUTS E from the side D Wrap CONSOLE MAST BOOT arou...

Page 9: ...NOTE There is NO hardware bag for this step All hardware is pre installed A Remove PRE ATTACHED BOLT WASHERS from CONSOLE MAST B Slide LOWER HANDLEBARS onto CONSOLE MAST and attach by re inserting PR...

Page 10: ...TTOM KEY HOLE NOTE There is NO hardware bag for this step All hardware is pre installed G Pull TENSION CABLE out from square hole in console mast H Turn RESISTANCE KNOB to highest resistance setting P...

Page 11: ...TS Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 4 725E ONLY Attach FOOTPAD to LOWER LINK ARM using 3 BOLTS L 725E ONLY Remove pre attached bolts bracket and washer from lower link arm Insert LOWER LINK ARM into PEDAL A...

Page 12: ...AR with LOWER LINK ARM CAUTION Be careful to keep the LOWER HANDLEBAR aligned with guide rail Do not twist it to the left or right while positioning it on the LOWER LINK ARM C Slide SPACER J and 2 TEF...

Page 13: ...this step All hardware is pre installed A Attach the CONSOLE MAST wires to the CONSOLE wires B Carefully tuck the CONSOLE MAST wires into the CONSOLE MAST before attaching the CONSOLE C Attach CONSOLE...

Page 14: ...proved Muscle Tone Increased Daily Energy Levels The key to reaping these benefits is to develop an exercise habit Your new elliptical will help you eliminate obstacles that prevent you from exercisin...

Page 15: ...lt and roll Our ellipticals are well built and heavy weighing up to 200 lbs Use care and additional help if necessary when moving FOOT POSITIONING Your elliptical offers a variety of foot positions Mo...

Page 16: ...or Display Displays time RPM level distance and heart rate Calorie Display Displays calorie conversion information START Stop Press to start pause end your workout Hold for 3 seconds to reset the cons...

Page 17: ...D E G F Note There is a thin protective sheet of clear plastic on the overlay of the console and should be removed Monitor Display RPM Time Pulse Distance Watts Calories Program Profiles START Stop P...

Page 18: ...P4 WEIGHT LOSS Promotes weight loss by raising and lowering the resistance level while keeping you in your fat burning zone P5 Fat BLAST Gradually increases resistance to get your body into the optima...

Page 19: ...ext month HOW LONG Duration of Workouts For aerobic exercise benefits it s recommended that you exercise from between 24 and 60 minutes per session But start slowly and gradually increase your exercis...

Page 20: ...n Heart Association recommends working out at a Target Heart Rate Zone of between 60 and 75 of your maximum heart rate A beginner will want to workout in the 60 range while a more experienced exercise...

Page 21: ...of your left foot about 18 from the wall and the right foot about 12 behind the other foot Lean forward pushing against the wall with your palms Keep your heels flat and hold this position for a count...

Page 22: ...primary goal for exercising to lose weight Improve muscle Reduce stress Prepare for the spring racing schedule Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise program Belo...

Page 23: ...batteries which can be accessed on the back of the console PROBLEM The console lights up but the Time RPM s do not count SOLUTION Verify the following Turn off machine and unplug power cord Remove th...

Page 24: ...ay cause the heart rate reading to be erratic If the above troubleshooting section does not remedy the problem discontinue use and turn the power off CALL CUSTOMER TECH SUPPORT AT THE NUMBER ON THE BA...

Page 25: ...oducts seem quieter in a large store showroom because there is generally more background noise than in your home Also there will be less reverberation on a carpeted concrete floor than on a wood overl...

Page 26: ...be followed AFTER EACH USE DAILY Turn off the elliptical by unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet Wipe down the elliptical with a damp cloth Never use solvents as they can cause damage to the...

Page 27: ...s that are unauthorized or not recommended by Merit Fitness Incidental or consequential damages Merit Fitness is not responsible or liable for indirect special or consequential damages economic loss l...

Page 28: ...Customer Tech Support To receive additional product information visit us at www meritfitness com CUSTOMER TECH SUPPORT DO NOT RETURN TO THE RETAILER if you have any problems during assembly or if par...