Stairmaster 8-Series Owner's manual

OWNER’S

MANUAL

8-Series 15”

Embedded Display

StairMaster

®

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................................. 01

ARABIC

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................. 04

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................. 05

PRODUCT MODEL SETUP .................................................................................................................................................................. 16

MAINTENANCE MODE .................................................................................................................................................................. 17

REGULATORY

INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................................................. 23

Manufacturer &

Customer Support .................................................................................................................................. 01

Warning .................................................................................................................................. 02

English .................................................................................................................................. 06

Dutch .................................................................................................................................. 07

French .................................................................................................................................. 08

Italian .................................................................................................................................. 09

Portuguese .................................................................................................................................. 10

Spanish .................................................................................................................................. 11

Swedish .................................................................................................................................. 12

Chinese .................................................................................................................................. 13

Japanese .................................................................................................................................. 14

Russian .................................................................................................................................. 15

Installation .................................................................................................................................. 16

Setup .................................................................................................................................. 16

Manager Mode .................................................................................................................................. 17

Diagnotic Mode .................................................................................................................................. 18

Speed Calibration .................................................................................................................................. 18

Customize UI .................................................................................................................................. 19

GUI SW Update .................................................................................................................................. 19

Touchscreen Calibration .................................................................................................................................. 20

TV Setup .................................................................................................................................. 20

Set Time & Date .................................................................................................................................. 22

FCC and Other Domestic

Regulations .................................................................................................................................. 23

European Applications .................................................................................................................................. 23

Other .................................................................................................................................. 23

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MANUFACTURER:

CORE HEALTH & FITNESS

4400 NE 77th Avenue, Suite 300

Vancouver, WA 98662

Telephone: (888) 678-2476

http://www.stairmaster.com

CUSTOMER SUPPORT:

CORE HEALTH & FITNESS

Contact your local distributor, or Core Health &

Fitness directly at: 1-800-503-1221

Support@corehandf.com

DANGER - to reduce the risk of electrical

shock:

1. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet

before cleaning or servicing.

2. This machine is not intended to be serviced by the

end user, refer servicing to qualied personnel only.

3. This product will be wired for either 120 VAC

nominal power input OR 230 VAC nominal input. It

is factory-equipped with a specic electric cord an

plug to permit connection to the proper electric

circuit. Make sure that the product is connected to a

dedicated power line having an outlet with the same

conguration as that of the plug.

4. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding

conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check

with a qualied electrician or serviceman if you are in

doubt as to whether the product is properly

grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the

product. NO adapter should be used with this

product. If the product must be reconnected for use

on a dierent type of electric circuit, the

reconnection should be made by qualied service

personnel in order to avoid a hazard.

5. If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be re

placed by the manufacturer, its service agent, or

similarly qualied persons in order to avoid hazard.

WARNING - to reduce the risk of burns, re,

electrical shock, or injure to person:

1. This equipment is designed for use in a commercial

gymnasium or health club. To ensure the proper

use of the equipment in a safe manner, all users of

the equipment should read this manual before using

the machine. This machine should be made a part of

your club training program in order that the equip

ment is used by your members in a safe manner as

intended. In addition to instructing the club mem

bers in the proper use of the equipment, the club

member should obtain a complete physical exam

ination form their health care provider before

beginning any exercise program.

2. This machine is not intended to be used by children.

It is not intended to be used by persons with re

duced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack

of experience and knowledge, unless given instruc

tion and under the personal supervision concerning

use of the machine by a person responsible for their

safety. Do not leave children unsupervised around

the machine.

3. Assemble and operate the machine on a solid level

surface. Position the machine with a minimum of 20

inches (0.5 meters) of clearance on each side to allow

for ease of mounting and dismounting. Allow for 48

inches (1.25 meters) of clearance behind the ma

chine. These dimensions are the recommended min

imum distances. The actual area for access and

passage is the responsibility of the facility and should

take into account this training envelope and any

other national or local codes or regulations.

4. Keep power cord away from heated surfaces. Unplug

power cord when the machine is unattended and

before performing any preventative maintenance

such as cleaning or replacing a worn part.

5. Familiarize yourself with the location of the STOP

buttons on the console. If you experience diculties

during the workout, pushing the STOP button will

bring the machine to a stop.

6. Do not exceed the maximum allowable weight limit

of 350 lbs. / 158 kg.

7. Use care when getting on or o the machine. Always

use the handrails. Do not step o of the machine

while it is moving. Press the STOP button and wait for

the machine to come to a complete stop before

dismounting.

8. Do not over exert yourself during exercise. Stop exer

cising if you feel pain or tightness in your chest,

become short of breath or feel faint. If you feel pain

or experience any abnormal symptoms, stop exercis

ing and consult your health care provider.

9. Wear proper exercise clothing and athletic shoes

during a workout. Avoid wearing loose clothing. Tie

back long hair and keep towels away from the

moving parts. Face forward at all times and never

attempt to turn around while the machine is moving.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

10. Do not operate the machine if the motor shroud is

removed or if the power cord is damaged in any

manner. Keep all air openings free from dirt or any

material that would block the ow of air to

the motor.

11. The safety and integrity of this machine can only be

maintained when the equipment is regularly

examined for damage and wear and repaired. It is

the sole responsibility of the owner of this

equipment to ensure that regular maintenance is

performed. Worn or damaged parts must be

replaced immediately or the equipment removed

from service until the repair is made.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This chapter includes precautions and tness safeguards

for the installation and use of the product. Please read

this chapter carefully before installing or using your

equipment.

Safety instructions are provided in the

following languages (in the order shown):

• English

• Dutch

• French

• Italian

• Portuguese

• Spanish

• Swedish

• Chinese

• Japanese

These safety notes are directed to you as the owner of the equipment. For safety purposes, it is your responsibility to train

all your members and tness sta to follow these safety instructions.

DO

• Do instruct your members to obtain a medical exam before

starting any exercise program. If at any time during exer

cise you feel faint, dizzy or experience pain, stop and con

sult your physician

• Do read, understand and carefully follow all warnings,

instructions and procedures on the machine and in this

manual before use.

• Do use your machine only for its intended use, as

described in this manual.

• Do set up the machine on a solid, level surface

• Do inspect the machine for incorrect, worn or loose

components and then correct, replace or tighten prior

to use

• Do stop operating your machine if you feel dizzy, faint or

exhausted.

• Do use care when mounting or dismounting the machine,

and make sure it is completely stopped before attempting

to mount or dismount

• Do perform regular preventive maintenance as instructed

in the manual.

• Do keep the air openings free of lint, hair, etc.

• Do keep the belt surface clean and dry.

• Do move the pedal on the mounting or dismounting side

to the lowest position and bring the machine to a

complete stop before attempting to get on or o

• Do reduce pedal/crank speed in a controlled manner - this

unit is not equipped with a free-wheel.

• Do read, understand and test the emergency STOP

procedure prior to use.

• Do keep the electrical cord away from sources of excessive

heat.

• Do disconnect all power before doing any maintenance or

cleaning.

DO NOT

• Do not let children operate your machine. Supervise

invalids or disabled persons who use your machine.

• Do not exceed the maximum allowable user weight

(350 lbs. / 159 kg).

• Do not use your machine without athletic shoes.

• Do not wear loose or dangling clothing while using the

machine.

• Do not step or jump on or o the machine while it is in

motion.

• Do not use this machine in damp or wet locations

• Do not ever drop or insert any object, hands, or feet into

any opening, or underneath this equipment.

• Do not place water bottles or cups on the machine unless

you are using the designed holders

• Do not use your machine where aerosol (spray) products

are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

• Do not use attachments or parts not recommended by the

manufacturer.

• Do not run the equipment with the motor shroud

removed, or modify the equipment in any way.

• Do not operate your machine if it has a damaged cord or

plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or

damaged, or if the display shows an error code.

CAUTION: READ THE OWNER’S

MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE

OPERATING THIS MACHINE.

CAUTION: BEFORE CLEANING OR

SERVICING, DISCONNECT POWER

SUPPLY.

CAUTION: MOVING PARTS, KEEP

HANDS AND FEET FROM UNDER

THE MACHINE WHEN

OPERATING.

STOP (OF ACTIVITY)

ON

OFF

PRECAUTIONS

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PRODUCT MODEL SETUP

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INSTALLATION

Refer to the Installation manual for the base unit

product for details on mounting and connecting

the display.

SETUP

After powering the unit for the rst time, the computer

will boot up and the Maintenance Mode screen will

appear in the display. If for any reason the Maintenance

Mode Screen does not appear, press and hold “VOL +,

CH/TRK +, and 3” simultaneously.

To complete the setup, follow this steps:

SERVICE MENU

To access Service Menu options:

1. Enter the Managers Password (218) to gain access to

the Product Selection screen.

2. Select the Product you are setting up

3. Once a model is selected, the Maintenance Mode

screen will appear.

4. Verify that the serial number matches the last 5 digits

of the Display Serial number. If the numbers do not

match, retype the number (the serial number is

printed outside the package of your Embedded

Display). Click inside the Serial Number tab and the

Numeric Keypad will popup.

5. Verify that the displayed model in the MODEL tab

matches the previously selected product.

6. Modify any customizable parameters from the

default values to meet your needs.

7. Press SAVE AND EXIT. The unit will take you to the

Home Screen (screen will vary depending on model).

8. Calibration: Treadmills require you perform a Speed

Calibration and Incline Calibration

(see Calibration and Setup section)

1. While in Home Screen, press “VOL +, CH/TRK +, and

3” simultaneously.

2. Service Menu will now be displayed.

3. Select a sub-menu from the list (i.e. Maintenance

Mode), a pop up window appears requesting

a Password.

9. Perform a Channel Scan (see Calibration and

Setup section)

4. Enter password 218 to gain access to the sub-menu

(i.e. Maintenance Mode).

MAINTENANCE MODE

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In Service Menu you can view / modify the following

functions:

MAINTENANCE MODE

While in Maintenance Mode, the following

information can be accessed and/or modied:

MANAGER MODE

While in Manager Mode, the following information can

be access and/or modied:

1. SW versions - The latest software version loaded in

the system.

2. Serial Number - The last ve digits of the display serial

number.

3. Units - The units of measurement (English or Metric).

4. Language - The language that the messages are

displayed in.

5. Max Time - The maximum time allowed for a single

workout.

6. Default Time: The default time for a workout.

7. Weight - The default user weight used for Quick Start

programs.

• SW versions - The latest software version loaded

in the system.

• Serial Number - The last ve digits of the display

serial number.

• Model - The product type (treadmill, bike, etc.).

• Units - The units of measurement (English or Metric).

• Language - The language that the messages are

displayed in.

• Max Time - The maximum time allowed for a single

workout.

• Weight - The default user weight used

for Quick Start programs.

• Oper Hours - The cumulative amount of usage hours.

• Dist Logged - The cumulative distance logged.

• METs Display - Allows the manager/owner to select the

METs Availability (ON or OFF).

• Pause Time - Allows the manager/owner to select the

length of the pause (30, 45, 60, 90, or 120 seconds).

• Auto Fan - Allows the manager/owner to select the

Auto Fans Functionality (ON or OFF).

• Lock Out - Allows the manager/owner to select the

Lock Out Function (ON or OFF).

• Lock Out ID - Allows manager/owner to set a password

for the Lock Out feature.

• Max Speed - English (From 5.0 to 15.0) or Metric

(From 5.0 to 24.1).

• Accel Time - Allows the manager/owner to set the

AccelerationTime of treadmill (From 25 to 60 seconds).

• Decel Time - Allows the manager/owner to set the

DecelerationTime of treadmill (From 20 to 60 seconds).

• Club ID - Allows the manager/owner to set a Club ID.

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DIAGNOSTIC MODE

Allows the test of all hard keys, and the telemetry and

contact heart rate.

SPEED CALIBRATION (Treadmill Only)

Calibrates the speed of the treadmill:

INCLINE CALIBRATION (Treadmill Only)

Calibrates the incline of the treadmill:

1. Select Speed Calibration on the Calibration and

Setup screen.

2. Press START to begin the calibration.

3. After the Speed Calibration is completed, press EXIT;

The Calibration And Setup screen appears.

4. Press Cancel to exit and go back

to the Home Screen.

5. The Speed Calibration has been completed.

1. Select Incline Calibration on the Calibration and

Setup screen.

2. Press START to begin the calibration.

3. After the Incline Calibration is completed, press EXIT;

The Calibration And Setup screen appears.

4. Press Cancel to exit and go back to

the Home Screen.

5. The Incline Calibration has been completed.

USAGE STATISTICS

Displays the total number of times a program has been

used (programs will dier by equipment type.

CALIBRATION AND SETUP

The Calibration and Setup screen allows you to calibrate

your equipment, update software, customize the user

interface and setup the TV.

Note: the Calibration and Setup screen is dierent for each

product type.

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CUSTOMIZE UI

Customizes the user interface of the screen:

GUI SW UPDATE

Allows the manager to update the GUI software. If for any

reason you need to update the GUI, follow these steps:

1. Import Images: allows manager/owner to change

the screen’s background images. To change back

ground images:

1. Connect the USB stick that contains the GUI le.

2. Wait until the USB source is recognized by the system.

3. Press VOL+, CH/TRK+ and 3 simultaneously on the

Center Console keypad to access the Maintenance

Mode screen.

4. Select Calibration And Setup.

5. Press the GUI SW Update icon on the Calibration and

Setup screen.

6. The GUI update will start automatically.

7. After the GUI update is completed, press EXIT.

8. At the Calibration and Setup screen, press Cancel.

9. Once in the home screen, cycle power.

• On a USB thumb drive, create a folder called Custom.

• Inside the Custom folder, create a folder called Images.

• Place images you want to upload in the Image folder.

• Plug the thumb drive into the USB port on the center

console

• Navigate to Customize UI function and press

Import Image.

Note: the images have to be saved in .png format and have to

be in a 1024 x 768 ratio.

• Tap on any desired ag location to select that location.

• Tap on desired ag to assign it to the selected location.

• The selected location should now display the new ag.

• Repeat the above steps for each ag you want to change.

• Press Save and Exit to go back to previous screen

2. Restore Default Images: allows manager to restore

the screen background to the default factory images.

3. Customize Flags: Allows manager/owner to select

which language ags to display on the Toolbar.

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TOUCHSCREEN CALIBRATION

This menu lets you calibrate your Touch Screen. The

touch screen is calibrated before it leaves the factory. If

for any reason you need to recalibrate the unit, follow

these steps:

1. Channel Scan: Scans the TV signal:

TV SETUP

Allows you to setup and manage your TV functionality.

While in this screen, the following options can be

modied:

1. Press the Touchscreen Cal icon. A message would

appear indicating the Touchscreen les have been

deleted.

2. Cycle the equipment power.

3. Once the system powers up, you will be prompted to

touch 3 points on the touch screen.

4. Do Not touch the screen until prompted.

5. Touch the screen at the points marked by the

crosshair.

6. After touching the 3 indicated points, the Touch

Screen will be calibrated.

• Select Channel Scan on the TV Setup screen.

• Select the signal type from the Scan Mode option

(Both, Analog or Digital).

• Select the Norm (NTSC, PAL, etc…)

• Select Cable Standard (depends on the country of

installation).

• Press Start to begin the scan.

• After the channel scan is completed. Press Exit, the

Calibration and Setup screen appears.

• Press Cancel to exit and go back to Home Screen.

• The channel scan has been completed.

1. Channel Scan.

2. Channel Maintenance.

3. Remote TV Cong Files.

4. Manual Channel Cong.

5. Import TV Cong.

6. Export TV Cong.

2. Channel Maintenance: allows you to Hide channels,

re-number channels and adjust Audio gain levels.

Select Channel Maintenance from the TV Setup screen:

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• Select Remove TV Cong Files from the TV Setup

screen.

• At the prompt, press OK to proceed and remove

the conguration les or Cancel to return to TV

Setup screen.

• Select Manual Channel Cong from the TV Setup

screen.

• At the prompt, press OK to proceed to manual

conguration or Cancel to return to TV Setup screen

• Connect the USB thumb drive, that contain the TV

setup les, to the USB port on the center console.

• Wait until the USB source is recognize by the system

(USB icon will appear on the screen).

• Navigate to the TV Setup screen and select

Import TV Cong, (You will be prompted that the les

successfully imported.) TV cong import is now

complete.

• In Manual Channel Cong screen, select the Norm

(NTSC, PAL, etc…)

• Tap on the frequency column of each channel and key

in the desired frequency for that channel.

• Press Save and Exit to return to TV Setup screen.

• Press Cancel to return to TV Setup screen without

saving changes.

• Tap on a channel under Current Number to preview that

channel.

• Tap on an item under Desired Number to bring up a

numeric keypad; key in the desired channel number and

press OK. This changes the current channel number to

your new selection.

• Under Yes/No, select Yes to make a specic channel avail

able for viewing or select No to hide that channel.

• Use the Analog Audio Gain slider bar to adjust audio gain

for analog channels, then press Apply Gain to save setting.

• Use the Digital Audio Gain slider to adjust audio gain for

digital channels, press Apply Gain to save setting.

3. Remove TV Cong Files: allows you to clear all TV

settings in the event the TV conguration becomes

corrupted.

4. Manual Channel Conguration: Allows you to

manually congure the frequency of each channel:

Note: once TV conguration les have been removed all

channel settings will be cleared and a channel scan must be

performed.

Note: Manual conguration will clear all settings of previously

scanned channels. Also, Manual Channel conguration only

works for analog TV.

5. Import TV Cong: Allows you to import all TV

settings and channel scan information from a USB

thumb drive to your display:

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• Connect a USB thumb drive to the USB port on the

center console.

• Wait until the USB source is recognize by the system

(USB icon will appear on the screen).

• Navigate to the TV Setup screen and select

Export TV Cong, (You will be prompted that the les

successfully exported.) TV cong export is now

complete.

6. Export TV Cong: Allows you to export all TV set-

tings and channel scan information from the display to a

USB thumb drive:

SET TIME AND DATE

allows you to set time and date of display

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REGULATORY INFORMATION

This section provides regulatory and safety information

pertaining to the product

FCC AND OTHER DOMESTIC

REGULATIONS

This product has been tested and found to comply

with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of FCC rules. Under FCC guidelines, operation

is subject to the following two guidelines:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

The product generates and uses radio frequency

energy. If the product is not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions provided in the own-

er’s manual, interference with radio communications

may occur. Likewise, if unapproved accessories are

installed, interference with radio communications may

occur. The intent of the FCC class A limit is to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference

in a commercial installation. However, there is no

guarantee that interference may not occur in a specic

installation. In the event that interference is experi-

enced, turn o the unit to verify that it is the source. If

the interference clears with the unit o, then try each

of the following measures and combinations thereof:

• Reorient or relocate the machine.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna for your

television, radio or VCR.

• If using the wall outlet option, connect the unit to a

dierent power outlet.

• Contact Product Support, your authorized dealer, or a

qualied radio/television technician for help. This product

has also been tested to meet the following standards:

• UL 1647 (1997) Motor Operated Massage and Exercise

Machines

CANADIAN DOC AND OTHER

REGULATIONS

This class A digital apparatus meets all requirements

of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment

Regulations. This product has also been tested to meet

the following standards:

• CSA C22.2 No 0-M91 General Requirements

• CSA C22.2 No. 68-92 Motor Operated Appliances

EUROPEAN APPLICATIONS

This product has been tested to the following

standards:

EN 60335-1:

1995 Safety of household and similar

electrical appliances Part 1: General

requirements

EN 61000-6-1:

2001 EMC Generic standards - Immunity for

residential, commercial and

light-industrial environments

EN 61000-6-3:

2001 EMC Generic standards - Emissions

standard for residential, commercial and

light-industrial environments

EN 957-1 Safety of Machinery

EN 957-8 Stationary Training Equipment - Part

8: Steppers, Stairclimbers and

Climbers- Additional Specication

safety requirements and test methods

OTHER

ASTM 2776-10 Standard Specication for tness

Equipment

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