E1X Elliptical S E R V IC E M A N U A l
table of contents CHAPTER 1: Serial number location . .................................................................. 1 CHAPTER 2: Important Safety instructions 2.1 2.2 2.3 Before Getting Started ............................................................................................... 2 Read and Save These Instructions . .......................................................................... 3 Electrical Requirements .............................................................................
table of contents 7.16 7.17 7.18 7.19 7.20 7.21 Link Arm Replacement ................................................................................................... 44 Pedal Arm Replacement.................................................................................................. 46 Rear Roller Replacement............................................................................................ 49 Roller Track Replacement........................................................................
Chapter 1: Serial number location 1.
Chapter 2: Important Safety Instructions 2.1 Before Getting Started The Matrix E1x Elliptical Trainer is intended for commercial use. To ensure your safety and protect the equipment, read all instructions before operating the elliptical trainer. CHOOSING A SITE The site should be well lit and well ventilated. Locate the Matrix Elliptical Trainer on a structurally solid and flat surface.
Chapter 2: Important Safety Instructions 2.2 Read and Save these instructions To ensure your safety and protect the equipment, read all instructions before operating the MATRIX E1x Elliptical. Trainer To ensure proper use and safety of the Matrix E1x Elliptical Trainer, make sure that all users read this manual. Remind the users that before undertaking any fitness program, they should obtain complete physical examinations from their physicians.
Chapter 2: Important Safety Instructions 2.3 Electrical Requirements SELF POWERED FEATURES: On the Matrix E1x Elliptical Trainer, the users pedaling generates the power to initialize and display information on the console. A minimum of 30 RPMs is required to start and maintain enough power to keep the console functional. If the minimum RPMs are not maintained, the console will begin to shut down.
Chapter 3: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.1 recommended cleaning tips 3.2 Check for damaged parts Preventative maintenance and daily cleaning will prolong the life and look of your MATRIX E1x Elliptical Trainer DO NOT use any equipment that is damaged or has worn or broken parts. Use only replacement parts supplied by Matrix Fitness Systems. Please read and follow these tips. • P osition the equipment away from direct sunlight. The intense UV light can cause discoloration on plastics.
Chapter 3: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.3 Care and maintenance instructions In order to maximize life span, and minimize down time, all MATRIX equipment requires regular cleaning, and maintenance items performed on a scheduled basis. This section contains detailed instructions on how to perform these items and the frequency of which they should be done.
Chapter 4: Console Overlay and workout description 4.1 Console Description D A B C E G F H A. WORKOUT PROFILE WINDOW: During a workout, this window displays shapes, made of triangle columns of light, which represent the levels of intensity in a workout in progress. The height of the furthest column is proportional to the current level of the intensity. B. INSTRUCTION CENTER: This window displays step by step instructions for setting up a workout. C.
Chapter 4: Console overlay and workout description 4.2 WORKOUT OVERVIEW Program Name 8 Description Default TIME Prompt INPUT QUICK START Quick Start is the fastest way to begin exercising and bypasses the setup prompts. After pressing the QUICK START key, a constant level workout begins. n/a N/A WARM UP Warm up is a low intensity phase that brings the heart rate into the lower end of the target zone and increases respiration and blood flow to working muscles.
Chapter 4: Console Overlay and workout description 4.2 Workout OVERview - Continued WORKOUT TIPS 1. Matrix Fitness strongly recommends seeing your physician for a complete physical examination before beginning any fitness program. Know your physician's recommended heart rate target zone. If at any time while exercising, you experience faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of breath, you must stop immediately. 2.
Chapter 4: Console overlay and workout description 4.3 WORKOUT SETUP STEPS - CONTINUED RANDOM HILL 1) Repeatedly press the INTERVAL+ key to select Random Hill and then press SELECT. 2) Select Time using the RIGHT / LEFT ARROW keys, and then press SELECT. 3) Select Weight using the RIGHT / LEFT ARROW keys, and then press SELECT. 4) Press START to begin the workout. CONSTANT WATTS 1) Repeatedly press the MULTI FX- key to select Constant Watts and then press SELECT.
Chapter 4: Console overlay and workout description 4.3 Workout Setup steps - continued FIT TESt'S RESULT FOR MALE Male Estimated VO2 Max (ml/kg/min) Per Age Category Age-Rating Very Poor Poor Fair Good Excellent Superior 15-19 <35.0 35.0-38.3 38.4-45.1 45.2-50.9 51.0-55.9 >55.9 20-29 <33.0 33.0-36.4 36.5-42.4 42.5-46.4 46.5-52.4 >52.4 30-39 <31.5 31.5-35.4 35.5-40.9 41.0-44.9 45.0-49.4 >49.4 40-49 <30.2 30.2-33.5 33.6-38.9 39.0-43.7 43.8-48.0 >48.0 50-59 <26.1 26.
Chapter 5: MANAGER MODE 5.1 Using Manager Mode The Manager's Custom Mode allows the club owner to customize the elliptical trainer for the club. 1) To enter Manager Mode, press and hold down the LEVEL ARROW keys. Continue to hold down these two keys until the display reads Manager Mode 2) To scroll through the list of options in Manager Mode, use the LEFT / RIGHT ARROW keys, or LEVEL ARROW keys. Each of the custom settings will show on the display.
Chapter 5: MANAGER MODE 5.2 Manager mode overview Custom Settings Default Minimum Maximum Unit description Maximum Time 60 5 95 Minute Maximum workout duration. Default Time 60 5 95 (limited to max time setting) Minute Default start time in all programs. Default level 1 1 10 Level Default start level in all programs. MAXIMUM LEVEL 20 1 20 N/A Maximum allowable resistance level. Default Weight 150 lb. / 68 kg 80 lb. / 36 kg 400 lb.
Chapter 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 6.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6.
Chapter 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 6.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6.
Chapter 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 6.2 Troubleshooting - CONSOLE POWER issues NO Display on the console or the display is dim Possible Causes: 1) 2) 3) 4) The console is damaged or the console cable is not connected properly. Poor connection to the terminals on the lower board. The lower board is damaged. The ECB is damaged. SOLUTION 1) Check the console cable connections at the console and lower board. 2) Unplug the console cable at the console.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6.3 troubleshooting - Keypad Issues All or Some of the Function keys do not respond Possible Causes: 1) The keypad connecting ribbon cable has not been properly fit to the console connector. 2) The keypad is damaged. 3) The console control board is damaged. SOLUTION: 1) Remove the back of the console and check to see if the keypad connecting ribbon cable is connected properly to the console control board. Reconnect the cable and test the keypad for function (Figures A, B, & C).
Chapter 6: troubleshooting 6.4 Troubleshooting - Resistance issues NO RESISTANCE CHANGE OR ALWAYS HIGH RESISTANCE POSSIBLE CAUSES: 1) 2) 3) 4) The The The The console is damaged or the console cable is not connected properly. console cable is damaged. ECB is damaged. lower board is damaged. SOLUTION: 1) Check the console cable connections at the console and lower board. 2) Unplug the ECB wiring harness from the lower board and pedal the machine.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6.5 Troubleshooting - Pedal Slipping SLIPPING WHILE PEDALING POSSIBLE CAUSES 1) Belt tension is not enough. 2) The one way bearing is damaged. SOLUTION: 1) Check the drive belt tension. The drive belt should have 120 ft. / lbs of tension for a used belt and 150 ft. / lbs of tension for a new belt. 2) If the belt tension is correct and the belt is still slipping, the one way bearing is damaged. Replace the drive assembly (Figure A).
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6.6 troubleshooting - Noise issues KNOCKING OR CREAKING NOISES POSSIBLE CAUSES: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) The pedal is connected to the link arm too loosely. The pedal arm is connected to the link arm too loosely or the connection is missing the washers. Belt tension is too loose, or belt is dirty. The crank bearings are damaged or worn out. The link arm bearings are damaged or worn out. SOLUTION: 1) Clean and tighten the belts.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6.7 TROUBLESHOOTING - HEART RATE ISSUES Heart Rate does not work POSSIBLE CAUSES: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) There is not a good contact between the user and HR grips or HR strap. The HR strap is at a low battery status. The HR strap is damaged. The HR grips are damaged. The HR board in the console is damaged. SOLUTION: 1) Re-center the HR strap on the user's chest as shown in Figure A. 2) Replace the battery in the HR Strap.
Chapter 7: Part replacement guide 7.1 Front Shroud Removal 1) Remove the 18 screws holding the shrouds in place using a #2 Phillips Screwdriver. 2) There should be 8 screws on the left side (Figure A) and 10 screws on the right side (Figure B). Figure A Figure B 3) Once the screws are removed, the shroud will split into 2 pieces to be removed. 4) Figure C shows the elliptical trainer with both shrouds removed.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.2 CONSOLE REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 4 screws holding the console to the frame (Figure A & B). Figure A Figure B 2) Disconnect the console cable, HR, and level wire connections from the defective console and remove the console (Figure C). Figure C 3) Reinstall the wire connections to the new console.
CHAPTER 7: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 7.3 HEART RATE HANDLEBAR REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 4 screws holding the heart rate handlebar to the console mast being careful to support the handlebar (Figure A). Figure A 2) Carefully pull the wires from the console mast until the connectors are showing, and then disconnect the 2 wires from the handlebar and remove the defective handlebar (Figure B). Figure B 3) Reconnect the 2 wires to the new heart rate handlebar (the wires are not side specific).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.4 HEART RATE GRIPS REPLACEMENT 1) Using a flat screwdriver, pry the silver metal heart rate plate away from the plastic of the HR grip (Figure A). 2) Remove the 2 screws holding the HR grip together (Figure B). NOTE: You may need to remove the console to give access to the HR grip screws. Figure A Figure B 3) Disconnect the HR Grip wire and remove the cap and the two halves of the HR grip (Figures C, D, & E).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.5 CUP HOLDER REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 2 screws holding the cup holder to the console mast (Figure A). Figure A 2) Remove the cup holder (Figure B). Figure B 3) Reverse Steps 1-2 to install a new cup holder.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.6 CONSOLE KEYPAD / OVERLAY REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the console as outlined in Section 7.2. 2) Remove the 6 screws holding the console back to the front (Figure A). NOTE: If just replacing an overlay, only complete Steps 4, 8, & 9. 3) Remove the wire connections holding the console back to the front (Figure B). Figure A Figure B 4) Disconnect the console back from the front (Figure C).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.6 CONSOLE KEYPAD / OVERLAY REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 6) Disconnect the appropriate ribbon cable for the keypad that you are replacing (Figures E - G). Figure E Figure F 7) Again using a razor blade, carefully peel up one corner of the defective keypad and the remove it from the console. 8) Remove the backing from the new keypad (Figure H).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.7 LOWER BOARD REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 7.1. 2) Disconnect the 3 wire connections to the lower board (Figure A). Figure A 3) Remove the 2 screws holding the lower board to the frame (Figure B). Figure B 4) Remove the lower board. 5) Reverse Steps 1-4 to install a new lower board. 6) Test the elliptical trainer for function as outlined in Section 7.21.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.8 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 7.1. 2) Remove the idler tension eye bolt nut (Figure A). 3) Once the eye bolt nut is removed, it will allow you to pivot the idler, loosening tension on the belt (Figures B & C). fIGURE a fIGURE b 4) Now that tension has been loosened, remove the drive belt (Figure D). fIGURE c fIGURE d 5) Reverse Steps 1-4 to reinstall a new belt.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.9 ECB (ELECTRONIC BRAKE) BELT REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 7.1. 2) Loosen the 2 nuts holding the ECB to the ECB mounting bracket (Figure A). 3) Remove the 2 tension eye bolts on the ECB mounting bracket (Figure B). fiGURE a fIgure b 4) Remove the screw holding the ECB wire harness in place (Figure C). 5) Now that the tension has been loosened, pull the ECB up and remove the ECB belt (Figure D).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.10 ECB (ELECTRONIC BRAKE) REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 7.1. 2) Disconnect the ECB wire harness (Figure A). 3) Remove the 2 nuts holding the ECB to the ECB mounting bracket (Figure B). Figure A Figure B 4) Disconnect the 2 tension eye bolts from the ECB mounting bracket (Figure C). 5) Remove the 4 screws holding down the ECB (Figure D). When reinstalling the ECB frame, torque the screws to 12 N-m.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.10 ECB (ELECTRONIC BRAKE) REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 6) Remove the screw holding the ECB wire harness in place (Figure E). Figure E 7) Remove the defective ECB (Figure F). Figure F 8) Reverse Steps 1-7 for installing a new ECB. 9) Tighten the eye bolts on the ECB mounting bracket so that the ECB belt is tensioned to 60 ft. / lbs for a used belt and 75 ft. / lbs for a new belt. 10) Test the elliptical trainer for function as outline in Section 7.21.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.11 Crank axle set replacement 1) 2) 3) 4) Remove Remove Remove Remove the the the the front shrouds as outlined in Section 7.1. drive belt as outlined in Section 7.8. ECB belt as outlined in Section 7.9. large nut holding the crank axle set to the frame (Figure A). Figure A 5) Use a hammer to push the crank axle set to the left side and out of the frame (Figure B).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.12 drive axle set replacement 1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 7.1. 2) Remove the drive belt as outlined in Section 7.8. 3) Pull the cap off of the crank / pedal arm connection (Figure A). 4) Remove the large nut holding the pedal arm to the crank (Figure B). NOTE: Be sure to notice the order of the washers as you remove them for reinstallation (Figure C). Figure A Figure B 5) The front of the link arm can now be lifted away (Figure D).
chapter 7: part replacement guide 7.12 drive axle set replacement - continued 6) Remove the screw / nut holding the crank to the drive axle set (Figure E), and remove the crank (Figure F). Figure E Figure F 7) Remove the large nut holding the drive axle set to the frame (Figure G). 8) Use a hammer to push the drive axle to the right side and out of the frame (Figure H).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.13 lEVEL button ASSEMBLY replacement 1) Remove the 2 screws holding the level button assembly to the dual action handlebar (Figure A). 2) Remove the cap on the pivot of the dual action handlebar (Figure B). Figure A Figure B 3) Disconnect the level button wire within the pivot tube (Figure C). 4) Carefully pull the wire up through the dual action handlebar and remove the defective level button assembly (Figure D).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.14 Dual action handlebar replacement 1) Remove the two caps covering the screw / nut holding the dual action handlebar to the link arm (Figure A & B). Figure A Figure B 2) Remove the screw / nut holding the dual action handlebar to the link arm (Figure C). This will allow one side of the link arm to be moved away from the dual action handlebar. 3) Remove the cap on the pivot of the dual action handlebar (Figure D).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.14 Dual action handlebar replacement - CONTINUED 4) Remove the 4 screws holding the dual action handlebar to the pivot tube (Figure E). Figure E 5) You can now remove the dual action handlebar (Figure F). Figure F 6) Reverse Steps 1-5 to install a new dual action handlebar. NOTE: When reinstalling the dual action handlebar, tighten the 4 screws removed in Step 5 to 34 N-m torque. 7) Test the elliptical trainer for function as outlined in Section 7.21.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.15 Pedal Replacement 1) Remove the 4 screws holding the link arm assembly to the pedal arm (Figure A). 2) Remove the 3 screws holding the pedal assembly to the pedal arm (Figure B). Remove the hardware and 3 hole plate. Figure A Figure B 3) Slide the link arm assembly off of the pedal arm (Figure C). NOTE: Make sure to notice the order of the washers for reinstallation (wavy, Teflon, pedal assembly, Teflon, 3 hole plate, screws).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.16 LINK ARM REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the two caps covering the screw / nut holding the dual action handlebar to the link arm (Figure A & B). Figure A Figure B 2) Remove the screw / nut holding the dual action handlebar to the link arm (Figure C). This will allow one side of the link arm to be moved away from the dual action handlebar. 3) Remove the 4 screws holding the link arm assembly to the pedal arm (Figure D).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.16 Link ARM REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 4) Remove the 3 screws holding the pedal assembly to the pedal arm (Figure E). Remove the hardware and 3 hole plate. 5) Slide the link arm assembly off of the pedal arm (Figure F). NOTE: Make sure to notice the order of the washers for reinstallation (wavy, Teflon, pedal assembly, Teflon, 3 hole plate, screws). Figure E Figure F 6) Peel up the pedal foot pad, and remove the 4 screws holding the pedal to the link arm (Figures G & H).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.17 Pedal Arm REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 7.1. 2) Pull the cap off of the crank / pedal arm connection (Figure A). 3) Remove the large nut holding the pedal arm to the crank (Figure B). NOTE: Be sure to notice the order of the washers as you remove them for reinstallation (Figure C). Figure A FIgure B 4) The front of the link arm can now be lifted away (Figure D).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.17 Pedal ARM REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 5) Remove the 4 screws holding the link arm assembly to the pedal arm (Figure E), move the link arm out of the way (Figure F). FIgure E Figure F 6) Remove the 6 screws holding the rear shroud in place and move the shroud out of the way (Figures G & H).
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.17 Pedal ARM REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 7) Remove the 5 screws holding down the roller cover, remove the cover (Figure I). Figure I Figure H 8) Move the pedal arm so that the rollers are below the hole created by removing the roller cover, remove the pedal arm (Figures J & K). Figure J 9) Reverse Steps 1-8 to install a new pedal arm. 10) Test the elliptical trainer for function as outlined in Section 7.21.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.18 Rear Roller Replacement 1) Follow Steps 1-8 from Section 7.17 to remove the pedal arm. 2) Remove the screw holding the rear roller to the pedal arm (Figure A). Figure A 3) Press a large tie rod fork between the 2 rear rollers forcing them off of the pedal arm (Figures B & C). Figure B Figure C 4) Reverse Steps 1-2 to install new rear rollers. 5) Test the elliptical trainer for function as outlined in Section 7.21.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.19 Roller Track Replacement 1) Follow Steps 1-8 from Section 7.17 to remove the pedal arm. 2) Remove the 8 screws holding down the covering plate and remove it (Figure A). Figure A 3) Remove the 12 screws holding down the roller track and remove it (Figure B). Figure B 4) Reverse Steps 1-3 to install a new roller track. 5) Test the elliptical trainer for function as outlined in Section 7.21.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.20 front roller replacement 1) Remove the screw holding the front roller to the stabilizer (Figure A). Figure A 2) Remove the front roller (Figure B). Figure B 3) Reverse Steps 1-2 to install a new front roller.
Chapter 7: Part Replacement Guide 7.21 Testing the elliptical trainer Once the unit or replacement part is fully installed and assembled and properly placed on the floor, use the following instructions to test the machine: 1) Without hitting start or entering any program modes, stand on the machine and hold the handlebars while initiating movement to simulate exercising. While moving, listen for any odd noises or squeaks. 2) After stopping movement, press the QUICK START button and begin using the machine.
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Chapter 8: Elliptical trainer SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 8.2 Unpacking the elliptical trainer The Matrix E1x Elliptical Trainer is carefully inspected before shipment, so it should arrive in good operating condition. Matrix Fitness ships the unit in the following pieces: NOTE: If these parts are missing from the package, please contact Matrix Fitness at once.
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chapter 8: elliptical trainer specifications and assembly guide 8.4 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS GETTING STARTED Read the owner's manual before setting up the Matrix E1x Elliptical Trainer. Place the unit where it will be used before beginning the setup procedure. MAKING A CHOICE OF SITE The site should be well lit and well ventilated. Locate the Matrix E1x Elliptical Trainer on a structurally solid and flat surface.
Chapter 8: ELLIPTICAL trainer SPECIFiCATIONS and ASSEMBLY GUIDE 8.4 Assembly Instructions STEP 1 1) LIft up the Main Body at the front end. Insert a wooden or hard box underneath the Main Body while you lift it up. 2) Fasten the Front Foot to the Main Body using two screws (Z10).
Chapter 8: elliptical trainer specifications and assembly guide 8.4 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED STEP 2 CONSOLE MAST 1) 2) 3) 4) Thread the Console Mast through the Console Mast Boot. Feed the Console Cable through the Console Mast. Tape the Console Cable to the top of the Console Mast to secure it temporarily. Attach the Console Mast to the Base Frame using two screws (Z03), four washers (Z04), and two nylon nuts (Z07).
Chapter 8: elliptical trainer specifications and assembly guide 8.4 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED STEP 3 HR Handlebar 1) Plug in the heart rate wires to the wires from the Console Mast. 2) Attach the Heart Rate Handlebar to the Console Mast using four screws (Z25) and four washers (Z24). CUP HOLDER Attach the Cup Holder to the Cup Holder Bracket using two screws (Z22).
Chapter 8: Elliptical trainer specifications and assembly guide 8.4 Assembly Instructions - Continued STEP 4 1) Attach the Dual Action Handlebars (R) and (L) to the Console Mast using eight screws (Z18), and place the handlebar caps (G24) around the handlebars. 2) Fasten the Link Arms (R) and (L) to the Pedal Arms using eight screws (Z01) and eight washers (Z02). 3) Attach the Dual Action Handlebars to the Link Arms using two bolts (Z06), four bushings (Z05), and two nylon nuts (Z07).
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Chapter 8: elliptical trainer specifications and assembly guide 8.5 LEVELING THE ELLIPTICAL STABILIZING the MATRIX E1x Elliptical Trainer After placing the unit where it will be used, check its stability. If the elliptical trainer is placed on an uneven surface, adjusting the adjustable levelers located underneath the base frame can help, but will not compensate for extremely uneven surfaces.
chapter 8: elliptical specifications and assembly guide 8.6 tv Bracket installation 1) Remove the 4 screws and plate from the front side of the console mast (Figure A). 2) Fish the TV power wire and coax cable from within the console mast and push it out the hole in the front of the console mast (Figure B). NOTE: You may need to remove the console to get these 2 wires out. 3) Remove the protective coating from around the coax cable (Figure C).
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