Schwinn 245 Recumbent Bike Assembly and Owner's Manual - Page 25

OPERATIONS What to Wear Wear rubber-soled athletic shoes. You will need the appropriate clothes for exercise that allow you to move freely. How Often Should You Exercise Consult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again. Use the values calculated or measured by the machine's computer for reference purposes only. • 3 times a week for 30 minutes each day. • Schedule workouts in advance and try to follow the schedule. Seat Adjustment Correct seat placement encourages exercise efficiency and comfort, while reducing the risk of injury. 1. With a Pedal in the forward position, place the ball of your foot over the center of it. Your leg should be bent slightly at the knee. 2. If your leg is too straight or your foot cannot touch the Pedal, move the seat forward. If your leg is bent too much, move the seat toward the back. Step off the bike before you adjust the seat. 3. Loosen and pull the adjustment knob on the seat tube. Adjust the seat to the desired position. 4. Release the adjustment knob to engage the locking pin. Be sure that the pin is fully engaged and fully tighten the knob. Foot Position / Pedal Strap Adjustment Foot pedals with straps provide secure footing to the exercise bike. 1. Rotate the Pedals until one can be reached. 2. Put the ball of each foot on the Pedals. 3. Fasten the strap over the shoe. 4. Repeat for the other foot. Be sure toes and knees point directly forward to ensure maximum Pedal efficiency. Pedal straps can be left in position for subsequent workouts. Console Adjustment To adjust the Console tilt position: 1. Loosen the Console Adjustment Knob behind the Console. 2. Carefully move the Console tilt to one of the available positions. 3. Fully tighten the knob. 25