Reebok Fitness RL 525 RBCCEL79021 User Manual

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Hold the handgrip pulse sensor or wear the

optional chest pulse sensor.

To use a heart rate program, you must hold the

handgrip pulse sensor or wear the optional chest

pulse sensor. If you use the handgrip pulse sen-

sor, it is not necessary to hold the handgrips con-

tinuously during the program. However, you

should hold the handgrips frequently for the pro-

gram to operate properly. Each time you hold

the handgrips, keep your hands on the metal

contacts for at least 30 seconds. Note: When

you are not holding the handgrips, the letters

“PLS” will appear in the lower display instead of

your heart rate.

Press the Program Start button or begin

pedaling to start the program.

Each heart rate program is divided into several

one-minute segments. One resistance setting

and one target heart rate are programmed for

each segment. (The same resistance setting

and/or target heart rate may be programmed for

consecutive segments.)

During the program, the resistance of the pedals

will periodically change to keep your heart rate

near the target heart rate. Note: If the resistance

is too high or too low, you can adjust the resis-

tance by pressing the Resistance buttons.

However, when the current segment is complet-

ed, the resistance may automatically change.

During the pro-

gram, the two hor-

izontal bars in the

matrix will help

you to keep your

heart rate near the

target heart rate.

Note: If the hori-

zontal bars do not

appear in the

matrix, press the

left Mode button

repeatedly until

the Pace indicator is lit; make sure that the Scan

indicator is not lit.

The upper bar in the matrix represents a target

pace, and the lower bar represents your actual

pace. When you hold the handgrip pulse sensor

or wear the optional chest pulse sensor, the con-

sole will compare your heart rate to the target

heart rate for the current segment. If your heart

rate is too far below or above the target heart

rate, the upper bar will then change in length to

prompt you to increase or decrease your pace.

When the upper bar changes in length, adjust

your pace so that both bars are the same length.

Important: The target pace is intended only to

provide a goal. Your actual pace may be slow-

er than the target pace, especially during the

first few months of your exercise program.

Make sure to pedal at a pace that is comfort-

able for you.

The program will continue until no time remains

in the program.

Note: If you stop pedaling for several seconds, a

tone will sound and the program will pause. To

restart the program, simply resume pedaling.

Monitor your progress with the two displays.

See step 4 on page 12. Note: During heart rate

programs, the upper display will show only your

current pace. If you select a different mode by

pressing the left Mode button, the matrix will

show only a graphic that represents your pulse.

For heart rate programs to function properly, it is

recommended that you leave the pace mode

selected so that the two horizontal bars appear in

the matrix.

Turn on the fan if desired.

See step 6 on page 13.

When the program is finished, the console

will automatically turn off.

See step 7 on page 13.