Panasonic" Operating Instructions Instrucciones de Uso Core Trainer Exercise Equipment Equipo de Ejercicios Entrenador Básico Model No7№ de Modelo Antes de utilizar esta unidad, guárdelas para referencia futura.
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Core Trainer Exercise Equipment EU7805. Please read this manual carefully to ensure optimum performance and safety in 3 (Q I IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Basic precautions should always be followed when using an electrical unit, Including the following. Read all instructions before using the unit. DANGER • To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. Always unplug the unit immediately after use. 2.
I SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To avoid the risk of injury: Before using the Core Trainer Exercise Equipment, please read the following instructions carefully. They contain important safety information and instructions on the proper use and maintenance of the equipment. 1. Before beginning any exercise program, consult your physician for a complete physical examination and suggested exercise program specific for your condition. Base your program of exercise on the advice given by your doctor.
I OPERATING PRECAUTIONS m 3 (O W 3‘ WARNING: To avoid damaging the unit or risk of personal injury, follow these precautions: 1. Do not use or store the unit in a iocation that is exposed to direct sunlight or in a hot location, such as near a heater, or on heating equipment, such as an electric carpet. 2. Do not damage, excessively bend, pull, or twist the power cord. Do not allow the cord to hang (drape) or route where it can cause a tripping hazard. 3. Do not disassembie, repair, or modify the unit. 4.
I GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
I PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS m 3 ^ (Q Main unit [To| Power cord [sl Cavity m Control panel (See page 6.) • To hold during transportation. [2 I Handle • Hold during exercise (until you are familiar with the movement). [^Seat [TT| Power plug fel Right footrest [T2I Power switch (See page 9.) [T3I Footrest bracket [Y] Left footrest 'This cannot be removed from the [¥1 Stand [Tl Cover main unit. fil Wheels (See page 7.) • The motor is enclosed.
Control panel Ui c UJ — n Child lock d Manual Control button • Exercise after adjusting the • This locks the control panel to d LCD Display The following are indicated; prevent inadvertent changes or desired speed and seat angle • Speed level malfunctions. (forward/backward). • Seat angle level • Press this for about 3 seconds continuously to lock or unlock. d Speed Control buttons •The exercise speed is adjustable (See pages 11 and 18.
I SETTING UP <1 ^ Lift up the back of unit and move by roiling it on its wheels. Notes • Do not move the unit with the handle. Failure to heed this warning may result in an accident or personal Injury. • Do not step on the power plug while moving the unit. • Slowly lift and move the unit while taking care not to injure your lower back. Cavity • Slowly move the unit after setting a mat on the floor to avoid damage to the floor. • When moving the unit, watch your feet while slowly Move the unit slowiy.
4 Attach the supplied footrest to the footrest bracket. Attach the footrest at a 90° horizontal angle and turn down. (see the footrest positioning guide below) a) There are two footrests, one for each foot. c lU Attach so that the “L!’ and “R” letters are facing in. • Footrest positioning guide (The footrest can be adjusted to 4 different heights.) 'Attach the left footrest and the right footrest at the same positions. Body height Approx. -5.1 ft. (-155 cm) Approx. 5.1 ft.-5.4 ft.
I Preparation before exercise 2 Sit on the seat and confirm the iength of the footrests. • Slightly bend your knees and adjust the footrests to a length at which your feet are firmly held. • Place your feet in the footrests. If they feel too tight or too loose, get off the unit and again adjust the footrest height. (See page 8.) Notes • Do not wear pants made of thin material, shorts, or similar clothing that will allow your skin to come into direct contact with the seat and footrest.
Basic posture while exercising (For effective exercise) 2 Sit up straight on the seat Move your head as and draw in your chin. iittle as possibie. Keep your back Sit in a reiaxed straight position c UJ Hold the handle lightly Keep your hips in the center of the seat. Hold the seat firmly with your thighs. (Keep your hips on the center of the seat.) Step on the footrests with the baiis of your feet. Sit on the center to maintain right and ieft balance. Do not exercise in the following postures.
I STARTING THE EXERCISE m 3 (Û ‘Exercising daily is recommended. ■| -1 Press the OFF/ON button. • After pressing OFF/ON button, the lamps turn on and then the lamps for the Pre-set Programs and the Manual Control flash. (Operate the buttons within 1 minute after pressing OFF/ON button, otherwise the power turns off automatically.) Note • If the unit is used for medical purposes, such as rehabilitation, follow the instructions of medical specialists or physical therapists.
3 Exercise by pressing either the Pre-Set Programs buttons or Manual Control button. (For details of the respective courses, see page 13.) <2 O) c lU Starting the exercise • Use the “Easy” course until you are familiar with the movement, (In the Easy course, the speed level is set to “Slow” the seat position is set to horizontal, and the exercise time is set to about 3 minutes.) • Hold the seat firmly with your thighs while exercising.
The respective Pre-set Programs m 3 (û «’ sr Operational features Light (no tilt) ■a Operational specifications Use the Easy course to become familiar with the movement of the unit. Speed: Slow Seat Angle; horizontal Time: Approx. 3 min. Use this course to become familiar with the speed and the exercises for basic physical fitness before using the course where the seat tilts automatically for vigorous exercise. Speed: From “Slow” to “Fast” (The speed range is selectable in 5 steps.
Changes in seat reclining in pre-set programs iC3 Light (no tilt) 1 Ui c UJ Seat operates horizontally with no tilt in these program settings. About 3 minutes only for Horizontal only I ^^ P] I Moderate | The seat tiits forward, and returns to the horizontal position and then tiits backward repeatedly to exercise the entire body. Approx. 40 seconds tilted forward Approx. 20 seconds horizontal Approx. 40 seconds tilted to the rear Approx. 20 seconds horizontal f=i j Advanced] Ln=...
m 3 (Q Horizontal and back are repeated with the seat mainly tilted forward to exercise mainly the waist and abdominals. Approx. 60 seconds tilted forward Approx. 15 seconds horizontal Approx. 30 seconds tilted to the rear Approx. 15 seconds horizontal Horizontal and forward are repeated with the seat mainly tilted to the back to exercise mainly the hips. Approx. 60 seconds tilted to the rear Approx. 15 seconds horizontal Approx. 30 seconds tilted forward Approx.
Speed level adjustment Press £ .(0 O) c lU O'" ¿.jt^ adjust the speed. Press ^ to increase the speed, and press > In the Manual Operation, press to decrease the speed. or speed level by one step. • In the Easy course, the speed level cannot be adjusted. (The speed level Is fixed in the program.) n • In other Pre-set Programs, press or > to shift the speed level as follows. The speed level can be selected among 5 steps; Slow, Slightly slow, Regular, Slightly fast. Fast.
Seat angle adjustment *The seat angle is adjustable only in Manual Operation. m 3 In the Pre-set Programs, the seat angle cannot be adjusted while exercising. If the seat angle (forwardAiackward) is adjusted while stopping the operation, and then the exercise course button is pressed, the seat returns to the horizontal position once. to Press |ForviaK)| or Isackj tO adjUSt ths seat angle. *The lamp win flash when the maximum tiit. When FonramJi is held down, the seat tilts forward.
Amount of exercise (estimate of consumed caiories) •The amount of exercise (estimate of consumed calories) is indicated after finishing. (The indication automatically turns off after 10 seconds.) • If the weight was not set previously, the amount is calculated using the default value of 132 lbs (60 kg). O) c lU Fast Slow I AFTER EXERCISE IS COMPLETE 1 ^ Lock the Chiid iock. (Press (^1^) about 3 seconds or more.) • Lock the child lock while stopping operSion.
■ CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE m 3
■ TROUBLESHOOTING Problem O) c lU ^ Cause and Remedy Does not start even after pressing the OFF/ON button. The unit will not operate at all.____________________________ ^ «The power plug is not securely inserted into the outlet. In this case, securely Insert the power plug into the outlet. •The power switch is off. In this case, turn the power switch on. •The child lock is engaged. Unlock the child lock.______________ (See page 7.) (See page 9.) (See page 11.
I FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS m 3 <ú Q1 A1 Are there any suggestions for using the unit for the first time? Ride on the unit in the basic posture described on page 10. Start the exercise with the “Easy” course to accustom your body to the movement. Once you grow accustomed to the movement, we recommend exercising with the “Light” course. Q2 How many times can I use the unit each day? AO Twice a day is the standard frequency of use. A single exercise should be within 15 minutes.
Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd Osaka, Japan U92207805231 S0508-0
