ProForm 225c English Manual - Page 8

HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE STEPPER HOW TO ADJUST THE RESISTANCE Place the stepper on a level surface and place a mat under the stepper. (The stepper features precision hydraulic cylinders. However, there is a possibility of slight oil leakage due to the nature of hydraulic cylinders.) Hold the handlebars and step onto the pedals. Begin stepping, alternately depressing the right and left pedals with a smooth, continuous motion. Because the pedals move independently of each other, you must maintain a continuous motion or both pedals will sink to the floor. Change the height of your step or the stepping pace until you can comfortably maintain a continuous motion. As you step, you can exercise your upper leg muscles by keeping your feet flat on the pedals. To focus on your calf muscles, rise on your toes as you step. Stand erect or lean forward slightly as you exercise. Always keeping your back straight in order to avoid injury. To change the stepping resistance, simply turn the resistance collars on the upper ends of the Resistance Cylinders (9) (see the inset drawing). The arrows on the Resistance Cylinders and the markings on the resistance collars show which resistance level has been selected. Make sure that both Resistance Cylinders are at the same resistance setting. Resistance Collar 5 9 9 WARNING: The resistance cylinders become very hot during use. Touch only the resistance collars when changing the stepping resistance. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING Inspect and tighten all parts each time you use the stepper. The stepper can be cleaned using a soft cloth and mild, non-abrasive detergent. To prevent damage to the console, use only a sealed water bottle in the water bottle holder. In addition, keep liquid away from the console, keep the console out of direct sunlight, and remove the batteries when storing the stepper. Water Bottle Holder REED SWITCH ADJUSTMENT If the console does not function properly, or if the display becomes faint, the batteries should be replaced. See assembly step 6 on page 5. If the console still does not function 7 properly, the Reed Switch (12) should be adjusted. Hold down the Right Pedal Leg (7) so that the Magnet (26) is level with the Reed Switch 12 26 (12). Slide the Reed Switch (12) in or out slightly. The gap between the Reed Switch and the Magnet should be about 1/8Ó. Make sure that the Magnet will not hit the Reed Switch when the Right Pedal Leg is moved. Repeat until the con- sole displays correct feedback. 8