Owner`s manual

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USING THE HEART RATE FUNCTION
Your unit could be equipped with either heart rate pulse grips.
The heart rate function on this product is not a medical device. While heart rate grips can provide a relative estimation of
your actual heart rate, they should not be relied on when accurate readings are necessary. Some people, including those in
a cardiac rehab program, may benefit from using an alternate heart rate monitoring system like a chest or wrist strap. Various
factors, including movement of the user, may affect the accuracy of your heart rate reading. The heart rate reading is intended
only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general. Please consult your physician.
PULSE GRIPS
Place the palm of your hands directly on the grip pulse handlebars. Both hands must grip the bars for your heart rate to register. It
takes 5 consecutive heart beats (15-20 seconds) for your heart rate to register. When gripping the pulse handlebars, do not grip
tightly. Holding the grips tightly may elevate your blood pressure. Keep a loose, cupping hold. You may experience an erratic readout
if consistently holding the grip pulse handlebars. Make sure to clean the pulse sensors to ensure proper contact can be maintained.
MOVING THE UNIT
Grab the down-tubes just below the MATRIX logo at the rear of the unit. To avoid injury
to the user or the unit, be sure to have proper assistance to move the unit.
Our equipment is heavy, use care and additional help if necessary when moving.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.
POWER INCLINE OPERATION
The Ascent Trainers offer powered incline to add variety to your workouts. The incline can be adjusted using the buttons on
the console.
If the stop button is pressed to pause the program, the incline motor will remain at its current height. To return the incline to 0%,
press START/GO and change the incline to 0% before dismounting. If the STOP button is held for 3 seconds to reset the console,
the incline will also return to 0%.
LEVELING THE UNIT
Your unit should be level for optimum use. Once you have placed your unit where you intend to
use it, raise or lower one or both of the adjustable levelers located on the bottom of the frame. Use
6mm hex key through the access hole (shown right)*. A carpenter’s level is recommended.
*NOTE: There are only two levelers on these units.
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