Schwinn 438 manual Congratulations

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Congratulations

Thank you for making the Schwinn® Elliptical Trainer Model 438 a part of your exercise program. For many years to come, you will be able to rely on the quality of Schwinn’s® craftsmanship and durability. We have included some general ﬁtness guidelines for your use and hope you will ﬁnd the information valuable in assisting you in your pursuit of a healthy lifestyle.

The Schwinn® 438 elliptical trainer will enable you to customize and monitor your workouts to:

▲Increase your energy level

▲Increase cardiovascular and aerobic ﬁtness

▲Increase lower and upper body muscle strength ▼ Decrease your overall percentage of body fat

Whether you are just getting started in an exercise program or are already physically ﬁt, the Schwinn® 438 elliptical trainer is designed to be an efﬁcient, easy, and enjoyable way to achieve an improved level of ﬁtness. You can exercise your way to a more ﬁt and healthy body. The on-board digital computer enables you to accurately monitor your progress by tracking time, distance, speed, calories, and strides per minute.

This Assembly Guide and Owner’s Manual contains all the information you need to operate and enjoy your Schwinn® elliptical trainer. Please read the manual in its entirety before attempting to exercise on the Schwinn® 438 elliptical trainer. Pay special attention to the safety notices at the beginning of the owner’s manual to avoid serious injury to yourself or damage to the equipment. Take a moment to thoroughly review the parts and hardware lists and required tools before getting started with the assembly process.

If you ﬁnd any parts or hardware missing, or should you need assistance with assembling your Schwinn® Elliptical Trainer Model 438, contact Customer Service at 800-864-1270 or write to:

Nautilus, Inc.

World Headquarters

16400 SE Nautilus Drive

Vancouver, Washington 98683

USA

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Contents Elliptical Trainer Model Congratulations Contents Schwinn Model Complete Parts Diagram Tools RequiredList PartsHardware Step #6 Step #7 and #8Instructions AssemblyAssemble the Front Stabilizer and Rear Rail Assembly IntroductionAssembly Instructions Figure A-2Attach the Console Mast to the Main Frame Figure A-3Attach the Console to the Console Mast Figure A-4Attach Mast Covers Figure A-5Attach the Sub Pedal Arm Assemblies and Crank Covers Figure A-6Attach the Pedal Arm Assemblies Figure A-7Attach the Upper Handlebar Assemblies Figure A-8Attach the Lower Handlebar Assemblies Figure A-9 Assembly Attach the Handlebar Junction Cover SetFitness Safeguards and Warnings SafeguardsImportant Safety Information Other Important Safeguards and Warnings Features Schwinn Model 438 FeaturesGetting Started Using Your Schwinn Elliptical Trainer ModelOperation Full Body/Lower BodyOverview of the Schwinn 438 Elliptical Computer Resistance ControlComputer Console Design LCD DisplayHeart Pulse Rate Alphanumeric DisplayConsole Buttons and Button Functions Using the Schwinn 438 ComputerLCD Display Descriptions UP/DOWN Grip Heart Rate Auto Shut-Off Sleep ModeInformation Mode Quick Start Software FeaturesManual Mode Ten Proﬁle ProgramsFitness Test Four User SettingsTime Trial Calorie Goal Body Mass Index BMI MeasurementRecovery Test Results Mode Important Things You Should Know Before Exercising Heart RateConsole Operation-Quick Start Console Operation-Manual ProgramEnter Time Enter WeightConsole Operation-Selecting a Proﬁle Program StartOperation Enter Heart Rate Zone Console Operation-HRC Heart Rate ControlEnter Age Operation Console Operation-Custom 01 and Custom Set Up a Custom Program Enter Distance Console Operation-T. T. Program Time TrialChange an Existing Program Enter Pacer SpeedEnd of Program Console Operation-Fitness TestChange Levels START/PAUSE Results Recovery Console Operation-Calorie Goal Enter CaloriesConsole Operation-Body Mass Index BMI Using the Chest Strap Transmitter Enter HeightLeveling your Schwinn Elliptical Trainer MaintenanceMoving your Schwinn 438 Elliptical Trainer Maintaining Your Elliptical TrainerMaintenance Exercise and Health Fitness GuideFitness Guidelines Your New Home Fitness ProgramSteps To Getting Started Set Goals Components of FitnessUse Positive Afﬁrmations Cardiovascular FitnessMuscular strength FlexibilityEat a Variety of Foods NutritionUnderstand Caloric Balance Eat More Often and Be Mindful of Your Portions Monitoring Your IntensityDrink Water Very long Beating the Dropout Odds Fitness Guide Workout LOG Schwinn 438 Elliptical Trainer Workout LogWarranty Schwinn Fitness Limited Warranty for Exercise ProductsPage Elliptical Trainer Model