Versaclimber 108Sma - Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CALORIE BURN GRAPH ..................................................................................................3

GENERAL INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................4

SELECTING EXERCISE TIME...........................................................................................4

CALORIE BURN RATE.......................................................................................................4

FINDING YOUR TARGET HEART RATE...........................................................................5

STEPPER USER GUIDE................................................................................................... 6

CLIMBING USER’S GUIDE............................................................................................... 6

SELECTING AN OPPONENT.............................................................................................7

SELECTING A LANDMARK...............................................................................................7

MODULE DISPLAY.............................................................................................................7-8

PROGRAMMING HEART RATE.........................................................................................8

USING HYDRAULICS TO CONTROL SPEED...................................................................9

VERSACLIMBER SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................9

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................10

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................................10-13

OPTIONAL ARM EXTENDERS/QUICK RELEASE HAND GRIPS....................................13

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HI-TRI & HI-FIVE.......................................................14

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................................14-16

TROUBLE SHOOTING.......................................................................................................16-17

OPTIONAL SEAT ATTACHMENT.......................................................................................17-18

CONDITIONING: DEVELOPING STRENGTH, POWER, AND ENDURANCE..................18-22

USING VERSACLIMBER WITH MINOR INJURIES...........................................................22-23

SPARE PARTS...................................................................................................................24-25

WARRANTY/CONTACT INFO.............................................................................................25-26

Heart Rate Inc. All Rights Reserved © 2005. Pat NO 5,679,100 & 5,492,515 Proudly Made in USA, for nearly 30 years.

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NOTE NOTE:

BEFORE EXERCISING ON THE VERSACLIMBER,READ THIS Don’t Climb Too Fast. Beginners

OPERATION MANUAL THOROUGHLY. INSTRUCT OTHERS

Should Take a 4-6 inch step at a Gentle Pace

HOW TO USE THE MACHINE IN ACCORDANCE

WITH THE PROCEDURES OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL.

First time users of the VersaClimber have a tendency

ADDITIONAL MANUALS ARE AVAILABLE UPON

REQUEST FROM HEART RATE, INC. to climb too fast and to take too long a step. Until

users become thoroughly familiar with the

BEFORE BEGINNING THIS OR ANY OTHER EXERCISE

VersaClimber, it is important to take short, slow

PROGRAM, CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN. THIS IS

steps. To maintain a shock and trauma free

ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT FOR THOSE INDIVIDUALS

motion, it is mandatory not to “bottom out” or

OVER THE AGE OF 30 AND THOSE WHO HAVE

KNOWN HEALTH PROBLEMS. HRI ASSUMES NO impact the pedals at the end of each stroke.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY

DAMAGESUSTAINED BY OR THROUGH THE USE OF THE

VERSACLIMBER.

SELECTING EXERCISE TIME

If you are not already warmed up, a warm up period

of at least 5 to 10 minutes should be included in

GENERAL INTRODUCTION

each VersaClimber workout. Taking a short step

The VersaClimber, introduced in 1981, was the

at a slow climbing speed during the warm up

first climbing exercise machine on the market;

period is the key to a great workout. The first time

and to this day remains the leader as a true total

user can easily climb for 15 to 20 minutes by

body conditioning unit. This full body climbing

including a slow 5 minute warm up and a 3 to 5

exercise machine provides an alternating arm

minute cool down period. With repetitive use it is

and leg action against gravity with variable force,

possible to build up to longer climbs at higher

stroke length and speed. All the major muscles

speeds.

of the arms, chest, shoulders, back, hips, but and

legs are used while climbing. The VersaClimber

Many individuals enjoy 60 minutes or more of

has been proven worldwide and is a widely

uninterrupted climbing. After each workout, note

accepted total body exerciser that is used by

exercise time, climbing speed and height climbed

health clubs, sports medicine facilities, military,

for establishing a goal for future sessions. Use

fire departments, corporate gyms and wherever

heart rate and perceived exertion to determine if

groups of people gather to exercise.

you are at a comfortable exercise level.

Remember that work intensity and calorie burn

To climb, the person stands in a vertically erect

rate is based on climbing speed. If the exercise is

position with both feet level on pedals while

too hard, slow down.

grasping two handgrips set at about shoulder

height. To initiate climbing motion, step down on

one foot pedal while pushing up on the hand grip.

CALORIE BURN RATE

When the foot and hand move vertically downward,

Full body climbing ranks highest in calories

the other foot and hand move vertically upward

burned even though climbing speed is slower

and then alternate synchronously. A cyclic

than other activities. First time users often try to

action of the arms and legs is performed that sim-

maintain the speed they use in other activities

ulates motion of climbing an endless ladder for

and tend to over exert themselves. It is important

any selected step height, time, rate and distance.

to remember that because VersaClimbing is a

A microcomputer monitors and displays climb-

total body climb against gravity, it is not

ing performance, heart rate, calories, distance,

necessary to climb at a high rate of speed

time and gives audible instructions and motiva-

demonstrated as follows.

tional messages during the exercise. The

machine is oriented at a 75-degree climb angle.

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HOW TO FIND YOUR

TARGET HEART RATE?

Heart rate is the best indicator of exercise intensity. Use your heart rate and level of perceived

exertion (how you feel) as a guide to determine if you have selected the proper "LEVEL OF

CONDITIONING". The following HEART RATE TRAINING ZONE CHART may be used to

assist you in selecting your appropriate heart rate training zone.

HEART RATE TRAINING GUIDE

1. Find your age at the bottom of the chart.

2. Beginners follow the column to 70% of your

maximum heart rate.

3. Advanced follow the column to 85% of your

maximum heart rate.

4. Exercise at your appropriate heart rate.

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NOTE:

CALORIES ACTIVITY Calories WHEN GRASPING THE HAND RAILS OR HAND GRIPS,

Burned

KEEP FINGERS AND THUMBS ON THE FOAM PADDING

(For a 150 lb person) Per Hour

OF THE HANDRAILS OR RUBBER GRIPS OF THEHAN-

SPEED

DLES. DO NOT GRASP OR EXTEND ANY PORTION OF THE

Walking 3.0 mph 228 HAND BEYOND THE FLANGES OF THE MOVING HAND

GRIPS. DO NOT HOLD ONTO THE VERTICAL POST.

Bicycling 9.4 mph 384

Swimming 2.0 mph 486 No matter what level of conditioning you are at, start

slow and take a 4" to 6" step height. Only take a step

Running 7.5 mph 792

or stroke length that feels comfortable. Do not take

Stepping 1.9 mph 864 long steps or you will tire quickly!

VersaClimbing 0.9 mph 972

Although a step height of up to 20 inches is available,

it is not necessary to take the maximum stroke length

to receive cardiovascular and strength benefits.

STEPPING USER GUIDE

The side handrails not only provide support while

RANGE OF MOTION LIMITERS (optional upgrade)

getting on and off the VersaClimber but they offer

To ensure that users maintain a short stroke length,

the option of Stair Stepping. By holding the range of motion limiters have been provided for

handrails to the side of the body and stepping each machine. These "stops" can be set in the ped-

with the legs only, the glutes, quads, hamstrings, aling, stepping or climbing positions and are designed

calves and shins can achieve a complete lower for safe, controlled workout routines. They are easily

body aerobic and strength exercise. installed and adjustable to 6 different range limita-

tions.

Use side Range of Motion Limiter Bolts

hand rails Limits step range of motion by setting

for use as a

bolt in 1 of 6 numbered settings.

lower body

stepper

The range of motion "limiters” or

“stops”, are located on the slide

bar inside the track just above

each left and right pedal. Extra

holes have been threaded into the

slide bar to allow the limiters to be

Two cardio machines in one. adjusted up or down in 2 inch

increments.

The 108 SM features a 1-20 inch step height. By

shifting the hands from the stationary handrails to

NOTE: Unless rehabing an injured leg, limiter bolts should remain at setting 6

the moving handgrips, the machine automatically

converts from a stepping machine into a total body To decrease the range of motion, unscrew both lim-

climbing machine or back to a stepping machine iters from their lowest position (position #6). Level

simply by changing hand position. pedals and re-install the limiters at the highest posi-

tion setting 1. Both left and right limiters should be

in the same position on both sides.

CLIMBING USER GUIDE

Hold handrails for support and step up on the

Hold the stationary hand rails to the front or side of

pedals until both feet are level. With both feet at

the body and begin stepping. Notice the limiters

the same level, position handgrips at about chin

restrict the step height. Take short steps up to the

or shoulder height. Adjust handles if necessary

stroke length the limiters will allow. Do not bottom out

by depressing the pin at the end of the handgrip.

or hit the limiters against the frame. Do not over exert

Remove the handgrip and reinsert it fully into

yourself. Step rate should be easy enough so that a

another position and release the pin.

minimum exercise of 10 minutes can be achieved.

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Then press LOCK SELECT. Next, select ENTER

QUICK START

Push QUICK START on the module and follow TIME use yellow arrow keys up/down then press

verbal user instructions. Time, Rate, Distance, LOCK SELECT button. Start climbing.

Step Height and other information is displayed.

See page 6 for detailed display functions includ- VIRTUAL OPPONENT

ing Heart Rate and Calories. The opponent you select will climb at the average

speed listed below. If you are not able to keep up

Begin climbing by taking a very shortstep stroke with the opponent you selected, slow down and

length of approximately 5 inches at a speed of 20 finish the 15 minute race. Select a slower opponent

feet per minute for approximately 5 minutes. for the next workout.

After 5 minutes the step height and climbing

speed can be gradually increased if desired. SPEED DISTANCE

FEET/MIN FEET

To maintain a shock and trauma free motion, do 1. BEGINNER 35 525

not, under any circumstances, “bottom out” at the 2. INTERMEDIATE 65 975

end of each stroke.

3. COMPETITOR 95 1425

4. CHAMPION 20 1800

CAUTION:

5. ELIMINATOR 160 2400

IMMEDIATELY DISCONTINUE THIS OR ANY EXERCISE

IF THERE IS ANY DISCOMFORT, SHORTNESS OF 6. OLYMPIAN 200 3000

BREATH OR DIZZINESS.

MODULE DISPLAY SELECT A VIRTUAL LANDMARK

The control module consists of 17 push buttons Press this button repeatedly to select one of six

with associated back lit text descriptors, a 32 Landmark goals. Then press the LOCK SELECT

character LCD display and a voice message button to start. This is a distance challenge. You

system which provides verbal instructions and climb at your own desired speed.

motivation for new users. The text descriptors

are back lit descriptions of what function or activity LANDMARK HEIGHT

is currently associated to each button. Here 1. Washington Monument 554 FT

is a brief discussion of the functions provided

2. Eiffel Tower 984 FT

by each instruction.

3. Moscow Tower 1,762 FT

4. El Capitan 3,297 FT

5. Vesuvius 3,900 FT

6. Mount Olympus 9,731 FT

Select a landmark based on the total distance

climbed during previous workouts.

NOTE: Display module does not require to be unplugged it is perfectly fine to

YELLOW QUkeeICp mKod SuleT luAmiRnaTted B 24U hoTuTrs Oa dNay. ENTER WEIGHT

When pressed, it clears the display of any Press this button to enter your weight which is

previous information and verbally guides the used to calculate caloric burn rate. Use the yellow

first time user through a 15 minute workout. LOCK SELECT arrows to raise or lower your weight

in the display until it matches your weight within

SELECT AN OPPONENT plus or minus five pounds (or two kilograms).

Press YELLOW QUICK START button, then press Then press the LOCK SELECTION button to enter

blue SELECT OPPONENT button repeatedly to your weight into the computer.

select one of 6 virtual opponents to race against.

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ENTERING TIME VOLUME CONTROL

Press this button to increase or decrease the Press this blue oval button repeatedly to hear

default workout period of 15 minutes. Use the each of the voice instructions. Great for training

yellow LOCK SELECTION arrows to raise or lower tips and other key VersaClimber information.

the number in the display until the desired time is

displayed. Then press the LOCK SELECTION

button to enter your time into the computer. YELLOW VOLUME CONTROL ARROWS

Use these buttons to raise or lower the voice

LOCK SELECTION message volume level. Push the down arrow 4

Press this button to enter user selected values

times to turn off voice feedback.

into the computer.

YELLOW LOCK SELECTION ARROWS

SPECIALTY MODES

These buttons are used to raise or lower the

HEART RATE CONTROL

number in the display.

Press this button to select HEART RATE CON-

TROL MODE or RACE YOUR NEIGHBOR (Race your

“Upper” Left SELECT button.

neighbor is a feature is not yet available). Polar chest

Press this button to switch the display between

strap must be worn (see page 5).

ELAPSED TIME and TIME REMAINING in the workout

period. The remaining time display stops at zero

while the elapsed time continues counting up to

99 hours :59 minutes :59 seconds. Polar Chest Strap

Place adjustable strap direcetly

below pectoral muscle >

“Center” SELECT button.

Press this button to switch between TOTAL

CALORIES and CALORIES PER HOUR.

Yellow Lock

Select Buttons Your actual speed

“Upper” Right SELECT button. (feet per minute)

If the machine is not running in one of the Match the top with

specialty modes (Opponent, Landmark, Heart the bottom number,

Your Heart Rate Heart Rate Max

Rate Control or Race Your Neighbor) this button

suggested speed.

has no function as both STROKE LENGTH and

DISTANCE PER MINUTE will be displayed Suggested Speed

(feet per minute)

continuously. When any of the specialty modes

Specialty Mode

are selected, this button will switch the display

between STROKE LENGTH and DISTANCE PER

MINUTE

1. Press Quick Start

“Lower” Left SELECT button. 2. Press Specialty Mode

Press this button to switch between metric and 3. Using yellow lock selection buttons, enter

imperial display units. target Heart Rate--(see chart on page 5)

4. Press LOCK SELECT BUTTON when complete.

“Lower”Right SELECT button. 5. Climb at suggested speed (feet/per minute) as

Press this button to switch between OPPONENT’S

shown in the lower right hand corner.

TOTAL DISTANCE and OPPONENT’S DISTANCE PER

6. Match your actual feet/per minute (upper right

MINUTE. This button is only active when virtual

hand corner) with the suggested speed.

opponent mode is selected.

7. Every :30 seconds target feet/per minute will

be updated.

8. In 5 minutes, you will be at target heart rate.

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USING HYDRAULICS TO CONTROL SPEED VERSACLIMBER SPECIFICATIONS

Beginners and individuals who are deconditioned

may use the resistance to

control their climbing PHYSICAL SIZE

speed–by slowing the step

Height 7 feet, 10 Inches

speed down. The

Footprint 43 Inches x 46 Inches

hydraulic control knob is

Weight 155 pounds (70 kg)

located at the bottom of

the control console.

FUNCTIONAL FEATURES

Pedal Step Height 0 to 20”

You can use the Resistance in 2 ways:

Arm Stroke Length 0 to 20”

Slower Step: Turn knob clock wise

Overall Climb Rate Ability Of Person Climbing

Faster Step: Turn knob counter clock wise

Hydraulic Climb Rate Control 6-107 m/min

By turning the control knob “clock wise” will slow Hydraulic Force Contro 0 To 500 lbs.

down the stepping speed when only your body

Climb Angle 75 Degrees

weight is applied. However, by forcing the push

Vertical Lift Factor (% slope) 96.6 Percent

and pull motion will create a harder work out.

Beginners use the increased resistance to slow

the stepping speed with out forcing the step

down-this will produce a comfortable, less

USER ACCOMMODATIONS

intense work out.

Level of Physical Fitness Novice To Elite

You can create “zero” resistance workout by turning

Climber’s Height 4’ 2” to 6’ 7”

the knob all the way “counter clockwise”.

Climber’s Weight 65 lbs. to 352 lbs.

However, by eliminating the tension the speed by

Age and Sex Any

which you climb is also increased: more steps in

same amount of time. Beginners should take

short (4-6 inch) slow paced steps in order to

MODULE DISPLAY FUNCTIONS

maintain an easy going climb rate. Conversely, if

a more intense work out is desired, step faster

Exercise Time 0 to 99.9 Hours

with longer stride.

Exercise Rate 0 to 351 FT/min

Exercise Distance 0 to 10,000 FT

VersaClimbing uses many more muscles than

jogging, pedaling, stepping or elliptical exercises Step Height 0 to 20 inches

and is therefore performed at a slower cyclic rate Race against opponent 35 to 200 FT/min

and speed. Speed in “Feet Per Minute” is an Climb a Landmark (Distance) 554 to 9731FT

accurate guide for the amount of work being

Heart Rate Display 30 to 235 (BPM)

done.

Calorie burn rate 0-2000

Display Units Imperial and Metric

A reasonable starting rate for a person in good

condition would be about 60 to 80 feet per Audio Volume Control

minute. After a few minutes of exercise, heart Power Transformer 110 Volt AC

rate should be checked and the climb rate

increased or decreased appropriately to bring the

user to their target heart rate zone.

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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY (7) 3/8” Lock Nuts

OF A SINGLE UNIT:

(1) 3” Hand Rail Spacer

A. –One screw driver (Flat Head)

(3) Side hand rails bolts

–One Phillips screw driver 3/8” x 41/4”long

B. Two 9/16” wrenches.

C. Two able bodied persons are required for assembly.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

The following items are packaged in the container.

EQUIPMENT: (single unit 108 SM)

A.Vertical frame/post with control console attached

(4) Base bolts (2) Base bolts

3/8” x 5/8” long 3/8” x 33/4”long

B. Two foot pedals. Four hex head bolts, 3/8” x

11/4” long

1. Remove the shipping container’s top cover.

C. Two quick release hand grips Then remove the wooden cross support that holds

the mainframe down and the two bolts at the end

D. (OPTIONAL) One pair of handle extenders, of the container. Using two people, carefully

one pair of hand rail spacer, four screws, 1/4” x remove the vertical mainframe from the container

41/4” long and lay the machine on the floor with pump

supported on the wooden cross support (see

E. One front curved tubing base. Four 3/8” x 5/8” photo below). Avoid lifting the machine by or

bolts setting the machine on any potion of the black

plastic housing or plastic oil accumulator.

F. One back straight tubing base. Two hex head

bolts 3/8” x 33/4” long. Two 3/8” lock nuts

Hydraulic pump

G. One brace, post to back base. Two 3/8” lock

nuts

H. Two side handrails. One 3” hand rail spacer.

Three hex head bolts 3/8 x 41/4” long for side

hand rails and three 3/8” lock nuts

I. One plastic Pump Cover. Four black Phillips

pan head screws, No. 6 x 3/8” long

J. One transformer. 110 volt AC Adapter

Support pump, when unit is

laying on the floor.

Protect the oil reservoir and the black plastic

computer housing by supporting the Versa

Climber hydraulic pump on wooden cross support

from wooden crate.

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Attach the front curved tubular floor brace to the

post. Using four hex head bolts, 3/8” x 5/8” long

bolts, screw down until firmly tight. Using two people lift and hold VersaClimber in

upright position.

Screw in (4) self tightening base bolts.

Attach back tubular floor brace to post with two

hex head bolts, 3/8”x 33/4” long. (2) 3/8” lock

nuts. DO NOT TIGHTEN FULLY AT THIS TIME.

Securely TIGHTEN all (4) bolts.

Attach tubular brace between post and back

tubular floor base with (2) 3/8” lock nuts.

DO NOT TIGHTEN FULLY.

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After tubular brace is in place, go back and

FULLY TIGHTEN the two 33/4” long base bolts. Attach foot pedals with “L” shape bracket

pointing up, using (2) 3/8” x 11/4” long hex

head bolts.

Then go back and TIGHTEN FULLY the TOP

lock nut on the tubular brace.

Securely TIGHTEN foot pedals.

Next, tighten the BOTTOM lock nut on the back

brace to complete post assembly.

Attach side handrails with (3) hex head bolts 41/4“

long and (3) 3/8” lock nuts.

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ARM EXTENDERS (Optional upgrade)

On the standard 108 SM a person up to 6’ 3” tall

has a full arm extension while climbing. With

optional arm extenders a 6’ 9” inch person gets

a full stretch while climbing.

Optional Arm

Extender for

additional

reach and

stretch.

Join left and right hand rails.

Handle Spacer

Arm/Handle Extender

(Optional) Attach each handle spacer and handle

extender with two, 1/4” screws x 4” long.

Install quick release handgrips by depressing pin

Loosely attach two 3/8” lock nuts nearest to the

with thumb and insert into top portion of unit.

inside center of machine.

With the post supported or after VersaClimber is

upright, slip pump cover into place. Attach with

four Phillips pan head screws 1/4” x 3/8” long.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

Insert 3” long spacer and FULLY TIGHTEN ALL

three bolts and nuts.

Plug the transformer into the back of the post and

a 110 volt wall socket.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HIGH-TRI AND HIGH-FIVE MECHANICAL DESCRIPTION - The VersaClimber

consists of a mainframe made of two rectangular

Protect the oil reservoir and the

tubes that are welded together. The mainframe is

black plastic computer housing

supported by a base plate and bracket that are bolted

by supporting the Versa Climber

to it. A shaft and sprocket is located at the top of the

hydraulic pump on a block of

mainframe. The shaft ends are supported with ball

wood or other spacer, (see page

bearings. One end of the shaft is coupled to a digital

10). shaft encoder that is used to transmit climb rate and

distance data to the micro-computer.

Lay the VersaClimber post on the floor prior to Two rectangular bars that carry the handle grips and

assembling hand rails or foot pedals. foot pedals are located inside the two rectangular

tubes. These bars also carry rollers and slide bear-

ings. They are attached to a roller chain that passes

Attach the circular plate to the top of one

over the top and bottom sprockets and connect the

VersaClimber with 4 hex head bolts, 3/8” x 11/4”

bars together. While the VersaClimber is in use, the

long and 4 3/8” lock nuts (Do not fully tighten).

bars travel vertically up and down inside the rectan-

gular tubing whenever the person climbing exerts suf-

Attach second VersaClimber to the circular plate

ficient upward or downward forces on the foot pedals

in a similar fashion. Do not fully tighten nuts. or handles. There are rubber shock mounts located

under the foot pedal shafts to absorb any shock if the

Lift assembly of two VersaClimbers upright. twenty-inch stroke is exceeded. The digital encoder

Place third VersaClimber into position and and micro-computer electronics are enclosed in a

tighten bolts to circular plate loosely. black plastic housing mounted on the upper portion of

the machine.

Connect the bases of the VersaClimbers together

with the tubular floor ties using two hex head

bolts 3/8” x 11/4” long and two lock nuts per THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

machine. The hydraulic system consists of a heavy duty,

reversible gear pump. A flow control valve is con-

To complete High-Tri or High-Five configuration nected between the input and the output ports with

securely tighten all bolts at the base of the copper tubing and heavy duty high pressure tube fit-

machines and then in the circular plate at the top tings. A clear oil fill reservoir is located on top of the

of machines. pump, at the very top of the unit.

Attach foot pedals with “L” shaped bracket NOTE:

pointing up, using two 3/8” x 11/4” long hex head The oil in the pump reservoir always darkens in

bolts. FULLY TIGHTEN. color and most of the time, turns black in color.

This is normal.

Attach handrails with three hex head bolts 3/8” x

The hydraulic resistance is developed in a permanent

31/2” long and one 3” long spacer.

closed loop system filled with hydraulic oil that does

not require changing. The oil is maintained in the sys-

(Optional) Attach each handle spacer and handle

tem with one static seal and one rotating shaft seal.

extender with two 1/4” screws x 4” long.

The rotating shaft seal is rated for continuous duty at

operational pressures. If a large amount of slack

Install handgrips by depressing pin with thumb

(more than 1/2" travel) develops when reversing the

and insert. stepping motion, this indicates a possible loss of oil

from the system. Visually check the fittings and the

shaft seal for oil leaks. Tighten any leaking fitting and

then fill the reservoir with oil up to 1/2" from the top.

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ROLLER AND SLIDE BEARINGS Monthly:

There are rollers and slide bearings made from high 1) Check bottom chain tightness; with the pedals

even you should be able to push the chain in about

pressure application moly-disulfide filled nylon on

1/4 inch. If the chain pushes in more than this, then

each oscillating bar. The roller bearings are held on

the chain is loose and will need to be tightened. (See

with 3/8” shafts and press-on grip rings. The slide

below.)

bearings are held in place with two 3/8” pins. The

slide bearings have lubrication points. This bearing

*To tighten the chain on the SM VersaClimber, follow

material is expected to be maintenance free for years.

the rectangular tube down the back side of the main

The bearings are lightly lubricated at the factory and

post until it ends. In the gap at the end of the tube you

the wear life and smooth operation of the machine

will find a hex head bolt that’s threaded through a hex

can be assured by lubricating every two months or

head nut.

sooner if required. Lubricate with any good quality

The hex head nut

synthetic lubricant.

is tightened down

against a flat bar,

First wipe any excess

so you’ll need a

oil, lint, dirt, etc. from

7/16” open end

all internal accessi-

wrench to loosen it.

ble surfaces of the

Loosen the nut

rectangular tubing.

away from the flat

Move the bars up and

bar about 2 turns.

down to allow access

With the same

to clean the two foot

7/16” wrench tighten

pedal slots and the two hand grip slots. Use paint

the hex bolt deeper

thinner to remove the oil and lint residue. When

into the flat bar

clean, wipe or spray a syntheticlubricant on all four

which will in turn push down the bottom sprocket

internal surfaces of the rectangular tubing.

block and tighten the chain. Tighten the chain until the

slack is out, but don’t over tighten, you should be able

to push the chain in at the side of the machine with

your finger about 1/4”. When finished tighten the hex

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

nut back down against the flat bar.

SCHEDULE

Also, if you experience any restricted motion while

climbing, the chain may have been over-tightened. If

so, go back through this procedure and loosen the

Daily:

screw 1/2 turn, re-tighten nut. Make sure the climbing

1) Wipe down the main post, base and side rails with

motion is smooth and un-restricted.

a rag and non-solvent, non-ammonia cleaning solution.

Weekly: 2) Spray internal tracks with 3-In-One Professional

1) Hand check quick-release handle bushings, which High Performance Spray Lubricant with PTFE (Item

the handles lock into, on both sides to make sure #10046 or visit www.wd40.com) to maintain a smooth

they are tight. running fluid motion. Available in most hardware and

auto parts stores. Or call Service Department at

2) Check oil level in top reservoir, it should be at

Heart Rate Inc, 1-800-237-2271

least 3/4 full--this should never dip below.

(Excludes SMA models)

3)Check to make sure the pedals are spinning freely,

if not spray pedal shafts with 3-In-One Professional

High Performance Spray Lubricant with PTFE.

A) If oil level is low, fill using medium

wt. hydraulic oil. Oil level should

Quarterly:

remain at 3/4 full.

1) Wipe off the top & bottom chains and put a very

light coat of light grease on chain. (see photo on next

B) If you notice the oil has turned dark or

black, this is normal. page.)

Oil never has to be changed.

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Using a toothbrush, or firm paint brush

SYMPTOM:

brush on grease on expsoed chain.

LCD DIGITS FAIL TO ILLUMINATE

This is the ONLY place you will use If the display window is ruptured and the glass

grease on the VersaClimber. top on the LCD is broken, the digits under the

broken area will fail to illuminate. The module will

NOTE: need to be removed and returned to Heart Rate,

Never lube the internal tracks Inc. for LCD replacement and repair. To remove

with any kind of grease.

the module, remove the four screws that mount

the module to the machine and disconnect the

wires from the module. The machine can be used

Questions please call 1.800.237.2271 x226

while the module is out for repair.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

SYMPTOM:

If a malfunction occurs, please refer to the

MACHINE SQUEAK

following SYMPTOM guide for instruction.

A lack of lubrication can cause a squeak in the

foot pedal shaft. If rotating the foot pedal while

standing on the pedal causes a squeak, lubricate

NOTE:

TO RECEIVE HELP OR TO EXPEDITE SERVICE the shaft/pedal interface. If squeak remains,

PLEASE CALL THE FACTORY. RETURN ALL remove the snap ring from the end of the pedal

PARTS TO THE FACTORY WITH A BRIEF shaft with snap ring pliers being careful not to

NOTE STATING THE NAME, ADDRESS, over extend the ring. Remove the aluminum foot

PHONE NUMBER, CONTACT NAME AND A pedal and degrease the shaft and pedal hole. If

DESCRIPTION OF THE SYMPTOM. IF A necessary, use fine sandpaper to smooth the

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROBLEM IS NOT shaft surface. Apply grease liberally and

INCLUDED WITH THE RETURNED PART, reassemble the pedal. Be sure that the snap ring

REPAIRS MAY BE SIGNIFICANTLY DELAYED. is fully engaged in the snap ring groove.

CALL 1.800.237.2271

SYMPTOM:

SYMPTOM: MACHINE IS “STICKY”,

ALL ZEROS ARE REGISTERING IRREGULAR OR HARD TO MOVE

ON MODULE

The foot pedals and handgrips are attached to

If all zeros register on the display when the metal bars that move up and down inside C

machine is in motion, there could be a faulty shaped metal channels. The bars have plastic

encoder circuit board, broken or loose wire rollers and slides that guide the bars through the

connectors. channels. Over time the lubricant in the channels

picks up dust and lint and dries out producing a

With the top, black, plastic cover removed, slowly “sludge” tar like coating that prevents smooth

move the handles up and down. A plastic machine operation. Remove the tar like coating

encoder disc should be seen rotating through a with paint thinner on a rag and the machine will

slot that houses sensors. Check to be sure that function like brand new (see page 15).

the disc is clean and the encoder circuit board

and the module are in tact. If no mechanical mal-

function is visible, the encoder circuit board may

be faulty and should be replaced. If necessary,

contact Heart Rate, Inc. for further information.

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SYMPTOM: ADJUSTABLE SEAT (Optional)

OIL LEAK FROM HYDRAULIC The seat assembly easily attaches to the SM

ADJUSTMENT KNOB VersaClimber by fully inserting a pin through

two holes in the mainframe seat bracket of the

An oil leak from the hydraulic knob (brass knob)

VersaClimber and through the hole marked with

indicates either a loose connection or a malfunctionin

RED arrows on the seat assembly.

the needle valve. Tighten the nut on the needlevalve

if it is loose. If leak persists the valve must be Depending on the height of the user,

replaced. Do not remove the defective valve until there are 1 to 10 settings to select

when adjusting the seat vertically.

you receive the new one.Detailed installationinstruc-

tions will be included with the replacement valve.

SYMPTOM:

OIL LEAK FROM RESERVOIR

ON TOP OF HYDRAULIC MOTOR

If oil leaks from the top seal between the black

plastic cap and the plastic bowl, tighten cap by

hand. If oil leaks from the threads at the base of

This comfortable seat is adjustable vertically with

the accumulator, tighten by turning clockwise

the pin and horizontally with a knob located

with a wrench. If reservoir is physically damaged

under the seat. The vertical seat adjustment is for

and a replacement is required, do not remove the

differences in leg lengths while the horizontal

reservoir until you receive a new one. The

adjustment accounts for differences in arm

replacement reservoir will include detailed

lengths.

installation instructions. DO NOT USE THE

MACHINE UNLESS THE RESERVOIR IS AT THE SEAT OPTION PROVIDES THREE

LEAST 3/4 FULL OF OIL. ADDITIONAL EXERCISES.

1. Pedal With Legs. Pedal with the legs only in the

seated position while holding the stationary hand

rails for upper body support.

2. Push And Pull With Arms. Grasp the moving hand

grips and push and pull with arms only, allowing the

legs to move passively.

3. Exercise Arms And Legs. Pedal with the legs

while pushing and pulling with the arms.

The seat transforms the machine into a pedaler, plus

a pedaler with upper body exercise. To accommo-

date differences in limb lengths, it may be necessary

to lower the hand grips and adjust the seat horizon-

tally and vertically. Beginners can perform a legs-

only exercise comfortably by pushing and pulling

with the feet. While bicycles have fixed range of

motion, stroke length on the VersaClimber is con-

trolled by the user from 1" to 20" through a complete

range of pedaling rates. By grasping the moving

hand grips, the muscles of the arms, shoulders,

chest and back are added to the leg muscle activity.

The seated exercise is for warming up and low to

medium level exercises.

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT STRENGTH

The seat assembly easily attaches to the To develop full body strength, set the hydraulics to a

VersaClimber by fully inserting a pin through two slow rate of motion. Rotate control knob to the right

holes in the mainframe of the VersaClimber and (clockwise) until the desired slow rate of motion is

one of the holes in the seat assembly. This com- obtained and perform 8 to 12 slow repetitions, Push

fortable bicycle seat is adjustable vertically with the and pull with both arms and legs in the upward and

pin and horizontally with a knob located under the downward directions.

seat. The vertical seat adjustment is for differences in

leg lengths while the horizontal adjustment accounts

POWER

for differences in arm lengths.

To develop power, set the hydraulics to a faster rate

of motion. Rotate control knob to the left (counter-

clockwise) until the desired speed is obtained and

DO NOT ATTEMPT SEAT ADJUSTMENT

perform 15 to 30 fast repetitions. Push and pull with

WHILE STANDING ON FOOT PEDALS OR

both arms and legs in the upward and downward

WHILE SEATED.

directions.

ENDURANCE

PEDALING USER GUIDE

To develop endurance, set the hydraulics at interme-

The seat provides both a seated legs only exer-

diate rates of motion and pedal step or climb for

cise and a seated arm and leg exercise. Unlike

extended periods of time, (30 minutes or more).

bicycles, the stroke length is variable from 1" to

20", and the feet can push and pull for a com-

TYPES OF RESISTANCE

plete leg exercise. By grasping the moving hand

grips, the arms, chest and back muscles can be EXERCISES

added to the leg muscle activity. The seated With the hydraulic control properly adjusted, the

exercise is primarily for a warm up and low to VersaClimber has the capability of providing various

strength conditioning exercises. A lat pull, chin up,

medium exercise level.

military/shoulder press, squat, leg press, and leg lift

can all be implemented.

NOTE:

THE SEAT ASSEMBLY WEIGHS 8 POUNDS. IF

YOU ARE UNABLE TO SUPPORT THE WEIGHT UPPER BODY EXERCISE

OF THE SEAT FIRMLY IN ONE HAND, DO NOT The arms, shoulders, chest and back can be isolated

ATTEMPT VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE by standing on the base plate in front of the

SEAT WITHOUT ASSISTANCE. DO NOT VersaClimber and pushing and pulling the moving

ATTEMPT SEAT ADJUSTMENT WHILE STAND- handles. Position the handles so that they are within

ING ON FOOT PEDALS OR WHILE SEATED. reach when the arms are fully extended. Select the

desired rate of motion with the hydraulic control knob.

With your hands in the start position (palms facing

STRENGTH TRAINING

away from you), concentrate on pulling down right

The VersaClimber can be used to develop strength,

then left with your latissimus dorsi (side of back),

power and endurance for all of the major muscles of

posterior fibers of deltoids, (back of shoulders) and the

the body. The VersaClimber hydraulic control system

triceps brachaii (back of arm). This flexionon one side

provides an ISOKINETIC exercise. ISO: equal; simi-

of the body with extension of the other side of the

lar. KINETIC: of or provided by motion. The term

body will tone and trim your sides, stomach, back and

ISOKINETICS when applied to EXERCISE indicates

back of arms.

that THE EXERCISE IS PERFORMED AT THE

SAME RATE OF MOTION REGARDLESS OF THE

To isolate more chest, (pectoralis group), biceps

AMOUNT OF FORCE EXERTED. More simply,

brachaii (front of arms), anterior deltoids (front of

when the rate of motion is selected, any forces

shoulders) and stomach (abdominals) perform the

applied by the person pedaling, stepping or climbing,

same pulling action with a reverse grip (palms facing

high or low, will be resisted by the hydraulics, at that

you). Both sets of muscle groups, front and back,

same pre-selected rate or speed.

can be worked by simultaneously pushing and

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pulling right and left. During this upper body only CROSS BODY, SAME SIDE, AND

activity, a full range of cyclic rates and stroke lengths

FULL BODY SETS CLIMBING

can be selected.

VS.

RUNNING MOTION

LEG LIFTS, QUAD, AND HAM-

STRING SUPER SETS

All SM VersaClimber models, come standard with

For isolated leg lifts and leg presses, adjust the velcro

cross-crawl climbing pattern.

foot straps to fit snug on the feet. Set the rate of

motion with the hydraulic control knob. Grasp the

hand rails to anchor the upper body. Maintain the foot

in horizontal position while lifting against the foot

straps. Perform the desired activity then recover as

you would between intervals. See Interval Training,

Page

For the advanced athlete, a "quad burn"

can be achieved by squatting down

(while holding the stationary hand rails)

and performing a stepping exercise.

Use the foot straps to secure the feet on

the pedals and bend the knees until the

thighs are approximately horizontal and

the knees straddle the machine. Start

with short steps, pushing down with

The "cross-crawl" or "running motion" provides a

one leg while lifting up with the other.

unique alternative to the standard "climbing motion".

Maintain the body weight within the base of the

machine. Step in the squat position until quads "burn

A "running motion" is produced as the arm and leg

out" or quad fatigue occurs. This exercise can also be

approach each other on one side of body while the

performed as an interval workout set.

opposite arm and leg separate on the other side.

FOOT POSITIONING

The position of the foot or feet on the pedals will allow

the focus of the work to be in a concentrated area of

the muscle or muscles. If tingling or numbness

occurs, reposition the foot on the pedal (forward or

back) until you are comfortable.

Climbing Climbing

on heels on toes

focuses on focuses

quads on calves

To concentrate the work on your ankle and calves.

Climb on your toes. Quad work can be accentuated

by climbing with the heel of the foot forward on the

pedal. The intensity of the work for the inner legs can

be increased by pointing the toes inward. Turning the

toes outward will work the outer legs.

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CROSS BODY AND SAME SIDE STRENGTH SETS

CLIMBING MOTION

To perform "cross body" strength sets, adjust the hydraulics to the appropriate speed and tighten the foot

straps. Climb using cross body forces by pulling down with the arm on one side of the body and lifting with the

leg on the other side of the body. Move as though you were going to touch the elbow of the right arm to the

opposite knee of the left leg as they come together. Then alternate.

To perform an alternate cross body strength set, push up with the left arm and down with the right leg. Alternate

by pushing up with the right arm and down with the left leg.

RUNNING MOTION

To perform "same side" strength sets, adjust the hydraulics to the appropriate speed and tighten the foot straps.

Climb using the forces on the same side of the body by pulling down with the arm and lifting up with the leg.

Move as though you were going to touch the elbow of right arm to the right knee on the same side of the body.

The left arm and knee on the opposite side of the body will separate. Alternate this pulling motion.

To perform an alternate "same side" body strength set, concentrate on pushing up with the right arm and down

with the right leg on the same side of the body. Move as though you are trying to push the elbow and the knee

away from each other on the same side of the body. The left arm and leg on the opposite side of the body will

come together. Alternate this pushing motion.

FULL BODY SETS

CLIMBING and RUNNING MOTIONS To perform full body strength sets, adjust the hydraulics to the desired

speed and secure the foot straps. Exert upward and downward forces with the arms and simultaneously exert

upward and downward forces with the legs. This activity is equivalent to a lat pull and military press for the

upper body and a leg press and weighted lift for the lower body.

INTERVAL TRAINING

Interval training on the VersaClimber is for advanced level workouts. User's should be thoroughly familiar

with all functions of the VersaClimber and be able to comfortably climb a minimum of 30 minutes per workout

session before attempting this method of conditioning.

Interval training is for the advanced person who wants to increase their aerobic and anaerobiccapacity. The purpose

of interval training is to increase the intensity of the workload for a short period of time so that the oxygen sup-

plied to the muscles is less than the amount of oxygen required to maintain the workload. An oxygen debt is

created in the muscles and therefore they must work anaerobically or without oxygen for a short period of time.

The intense portionof the interval is then followed by a short, low intensity, recovery period.

Intervals on the VersaClimber are achieved by sprinting, that is, by increasing the speed and the stroke length

of each step (faster rates of motion) or by exerting maximal forces against a preset rate of motion (slower rates

of motion). Both of these methods of interval training condition the cardiovascular system to become used to

extremely strenuous work loads.

AEROBIC INTERVAL TRAINING

Sprint intervals consist of short sprints (hydraulic control set to a minimum) of 5 - 15 seconds with both arms

and legs pushing and pulling in the upward and downward directions (full body sets). Motion should be as quick

as possible until the anaerobic threshold (not to exceed 85% of predicted maximal heart rate) is achieved. The

foot straps should also be used for vertical lift. The upper torso should remain stable during the sprint interval

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to ensure unwasted motion. The interval should be followed by a recovery period of 2 - 3 minutes or until breath-

ing is controlled and muscle fatigue has diminished. Repeat. As you become better conditioned, the rest time

between each interval should become shorter.

Remember to always warm up 10 - 15 minutes on the VersaClimber before beginning intervalworkouts and to always

stay within your target heart rate. It is also very important to always continue climbing during recovery periods

at a slow, easy pace taking a 2 - 4 inch step. The following aerobic-anaerobic training chart is a general guideline for

advanced interval trainingon the VersaClimber. This advanced training technique is not for beginnersor for those

who have health problems.

Time/Min Exercise Description % of Max HR

0 - 10 min Warm Up To Aerobic Rate Resting To 60-75%

10 - 20 min Aerobic-Anaerobic Interval

Training Period:

Interval: Exert maximal power (Force and Speed) against a restricted rate of

motion set by the hydraulic knob. Push and pull with both arms and legs

for 8-12 strokes on each side through a full range of motion. Do not bottom out.

Restricted rate of motion should be set to allow user to complete the 8-12 strokes and

not exceed the upper percentages of maximal heart rate. After power strokes have

been completed, relax and take a shorter, slower step until heart rate returns to lower

aerobic recovery level. Start next interval. Complete as many as possible during the

interval time limits.

Exercise Variations:

#1 Forehand Grip, Push and Pull Arms and Legs 80 - 85%

Aerobic Recovery - Short Slow Steps. 60 - 65%

#2 Stationary Hand Rails, Legs Only, Push and Pull 80 - 85%

Aerobic Recovery - Short Slow Steps. 60 - 65%

#3 Reverse Grip, Pull Down Arm, Pull Up Leg, Cross Body 80 - 85%

Aerobic Recovery - Short Slow Steps. 60 - 65%

#4 Forehand Grip Push Up Arm, Push Down Leg, Cross Body 80 - 85%

Aerobic Recovery - Short Slow Steps. 60 - 65%

#5 Forehand Grip, Push and Pull Arms and Legs 80 - 85%

Aerobic Recovery - Short Slow Steps. 60 - 65%

#6 Stationary Hand Rails, Legs Only, Push And Pull 80 - 85%

Aerobic Recovery - Short Slow Steps. 60 - 65%

#7 Reverse Grip, Pull Down Arm, Pull Up Leg, 80 - 85%

Aerobic Recovery - Short Slow Steps. 60 - 65%

#8 Forehand Grip, Push and Pull, Arms and Legs 80 - 85%

20 - 30 min. Aerobic Speed Work (Hydraulic Control Set To Minimum) 60 - 65%

30 - 35 min. Warm Down 70 - 75%

NOTE: For additional workout programs visit versaclimber.com

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body. The smooth, rhythmic, impact free motion will

STRENGTH INTERVAL TRAINING

decrease the likeliness of further assault to the

Strength intervals are achieved in a similar manner to

injured limb while maintaining or increasing car-

aerobic interval training, except the intervals are per-

diovascular and muscular fitness.

formed at a slow rate of motion. First, turn the hydraulic

control knob locatedat the bottom of the console in the

The VersaClimber eliminates all pounding trauma

clockwise direction, to approximately 75% of the

and provides biofeedback information to the user to

user’s capability. Begin climbing, exerting a maximum

monitor step heights and step rates. It is ideal for con-

effort by pushing and pulling with arms and legs in the

trolled upper and lower body activity for fitness main-

upward and downward direction for 5 to 10 seconds or

tenance during the recovery phase of minor injuries.

until muscles are almost fatigued and anaerobic

threshold is met (not to exceed

85% of your predicted maximal

LEG INJURIES

heart rate). Be sure to use the foot

The VersaClimber eliminates pounding and jarring of

straps to maximize the vertical lift.

the joints and can therefore be used to exercise such

Hands may be in the forward or

injuries as hamstring pulls, knee injuries, shin splints,

reverse grip position depending

achilles pulls, turf toe, leg bruises and sprains. By

on the desired muscle groups to

controlling the rate of climb, the range of motion,

be worked. Recover from the

and/or by repositioning the foot or feet on the

interval by setting the hydraulic control to a minimum

pedal(s), specific areas of the leg and foot may be

(counter-clockwise direction) and taking short, slow, 2

exercised passively.

to 4 inch strokes until breathing is controlled and mus-

cles have recovered. As previously mentioned, as you

become better conditioned, the rest period between IMMOBILIZATION OF

each interval will become shorter. THE LOWER BODY

If the lower body must be completely immobilized due

1. Warm-up 10-15 minutes on the VersaClimber to injury, you can still strengthen your upper body and

before beginning interval workouts. maintain cardiovascular fitness by doing an arms only

workout on the VersaClimber. Stand on the base

2. Always stay within your target heart rate.

plate with one foot on each side of the post. Select or

3. Continue climbing during the recovery periods. reposition the hand grips so that when one arm is out-

stretched it is fully extended. Alternate the pushing

and pulling motion of the arms while the lower body

NOTE: For additional workout programs visit

remains still.

versaclimber.com

UPPER BODY INJURIES

USING THE VERSACLIMBER The arms, chest and shoulders can be totally or

partially immobilized while climbing by placing one

WITH MINOR INJURIES

or both hands on the stationary hand rails. If

MOST MINOR INJURIES THAT PREVENT upper body limb motion is desirable without active

RUNNING, DO NOT PREVENT CLIMBING muscle contraction, the injured arm can be placed on

You must always use common sense when exercis- the moving hand grip and moved passively, without

ing. If you have an injury that hurts when you walk or pushing or pulling.

run, it is common sense to stop walking or stop run-

ning. If the injury hurts while climbing, do it easier or

BACK INJURIES

do it slower. If it continues to hurt...stop! Consult with

Exercise that causes back or neck discomfort is fre-

your doctor about any injury prior to engaging in an

quently the result of either vertical compression

exercise program.

loading of the vertebrae or a shearing or bending of

Some leg, knee, arm, chest, shoulder and back the spinal column and back muscles. By keeping the

injuries can be safely exercised on the VersaClimber back straight while climbing, with the hydraulic control

by limiting the range of motion or isolating the motion knob set to a minimum, the discomfort of the injury is

of the injured body part on one or both sides of the minimized. The vertebrae are kept in line rather than

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being sheared, bent or compressed like with many maintains a full range of motion. If the injured leg

other conventional exercises. To perform strength can be flexed at the knee, set the limiter to allow

workouts, lift with the legs and pull with the arms. flexion to the extent that the injury will allow. This will

These forces tend to elongate the body and stretch gradually increase flexibility of the limb and work the

the spinal column and provide an otherwise unattain- local muscle groups.

able high level full body workout, without neck or back

discomfort. If the lower back injury is such that it can-

FOR ZERO RANGE OF

not be moved at all, you can still exercise the upper

body by doing an upper body workout only. If the MOTION IN ANKLE

injury is in the cervical or thoracic areas, (lower or For shin splints, achilles tendon pulls, ankle sprains,

upper spine) one can utilize the VersaClimber by turf toe and calf pulls, stand on the foot pedal with the

grasping onto the stationary hand rails and simply heel of the injured foot contacting the pedal. Standing

using the legs only. on the heel eliminates both flexion and muscular

loading of the ankle, achilles and calf. By pulling with

the arm on the injured leg side, further weight bearing

SEATED EXERCISES

loads can be removed from the injured leg. Stand on

The (optional) seat provides an easy sit down routine

the foot pedal with the ball of the foot to accentuate

for beginners and a safe exercise for those who

ankle and calf muscle usage. Stand on the foot pedal

require a non-weight bearing type of activity. Push

with heel of the foot to accentuate the quad muscle

and pull with any combination of healthy arms and

usage.

legs to assist the movement of the injured limb or

limbs. It is also possible to completely isolate one or

both arms or one or both legs while in the non-weight

bearing seatedposition. Set the hydraulic speed con-

trol and range of motion limiters to accommodate the

injury. The heart rate control mode can also be

used to regulate work intensity of the seated arm

and leg exercise.

FOR ZERO RANGE OF

MOTION IN KNEE

The VersaClimber can be used for aerobic and

strength training by a person in a brace or a thigh to

ankle weight bearing cast that can not bend at the

knee. Workouts to maximal heart rates and maximal

forces can be performed with one totally immobile

leg while it may be necessary to walk up to and away

from the machine using a crutch or cane.

To exercise, set the range of motion limiter on the

same side as the injured leg, so the range of motion

in the injured joint is limited. Place the injured leg on

the lower foot pedal and keep it straight at all times.

Do not bend at the hip, knee or ankle when mounting

the VersaClimber. Step on the high foot pedal with

the good leg and while holding the hand rails, move

until both feet are at the same level. Lower the

injured leg to the floor and the good leg will raise to

the initial position. Repeat the motion allowing the

injured leg to be moved just short of the stop, set to

limit the range of motion of the injured leg. The good leg

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SPARE PARTS LIST

In the event that a replacement part is ordered from the factory, please refer to the following spare parts list for the correct

part description and part number. This information will expedite your shipment when calling our Service Department.

Electronics

SM Module (108/109 ......................................................................................................................................015-06-000-SM

Tach Assembly, V765 (Bracket, PCB Assy, Cable)........................................................................................015-12-000

Encoder Disc ..................................................................................................................................................013-01-005

Key Pad/LCD/Label Assembly........................................................................................................................54502

Power Supply..................................................................................................................................................60069

Speaker Assembly..........................................................................................................................................015-09-000

Bulkhead Connector PCB Assembly..............................................................................................................015-19-000

Bulkhead Connector Assembly (PCB & cable)..............................................................................................015-16-000

Bulkhead Connector Cable ............................................................................................................................015-18-000

Tach, PCB Assembly......................................................................................................................................015-14-000

Tach, Cable Assembly....................................................................................................................................015-15-000

Tach Bracket ..................................................................................................................................................015-13-000

Top Cover, Speaker SM ................................................................................................................................015-25-000

PCB Assembly, SM Module............................................................................................................................015-05-000-SM

Power Supply US............................................................................................................................................60069

Moving Parts

Foot Pedal Assembly......................................................................................................................................101-04-000

Foot Pedal Straps ..........................................................................................................................................008-03-000

Foot Pedal Connector, (Plastic Triangle)........................................................................................................008-00-007

Quick Change Handle (1) ..............................................................................................................................101-06-000

Quick Change Running Handle (1) ................................................................................................................101-03-000

Handle Grip Only ............................................................................................................................................30009

Top Chain........................................................................................................................................................043-00-000

Bottom Chain..................................................................................................................................................037-00-000

Bar Assy, Top..................................................................................................................................................071-00-001

Bar Assy, Bottom............................................................................................................................................148-02-001

Slides ..............................................................................................................................................................003-00-009

Rollers ............................................................................................................................................................003-00-005

Bottom Sprocket / Tension Assy ....................................................................................................................002-01-000

Bearing............................................................................................................................................................30019

Arm Extender Bar Assembly ..........................................................................................................................182-02-000

Bushing, Handle..............................................................................................................................................101-00-010

Hydraulic Pump

Pump Assembly, CL 108................................................................................................................................039-00-000

Pump Sprocket Bushing (Post 1990)..............................................................................................................30065

Pump Sprocket................................................................................................................................................30010

Accumulator....................................................................................................................................................30038

Valve Stem......................................................................................................................................................30027

Valve Stem Cover ..........................................................................................................................................00190

Pump Housing ................................................................................................................................................015-21-000

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Structural

Brackets - Hi-Tri Assembly (108)........................................................................................................................048-00-000

Brackets - High Five Assembly (108) ................................................................................................................050-00-000

Base Assembly, (all parts)..................................................................................................................................182-03-000

Brace ..................................................................................................................................................................182-00-008

Bumper Stopper..................................................................................................................................................101-00-008

Post Assembly, SM ............................................................................................................................................183-01-001

Back Base Support ............................................................................................................................................182-03-001

Front Base Support ............................................................................................................................................182-03-004

Ears - Left............................................................................................................................................................147-00-005

Ears - Right ........................................................................................................................................................147-00-004

Stopper................................................................................................................................................................101-00-008

Permatex Spray Lubricant..................................................................................................................................30090

Rail Right Side....................................................................................................................................................182-00-005

Rail Left Side ......................................................................................................................................................182-00-000

Rail End Cap ......................................................................................................................................................74206

Rail Foam............................................................................................................................................................182-00-009

VERSA CLIMBER THREE-YEAR

LIMITED WARRANTY

1. Heart Rate Inc. (H.R.I.) warrants to the original purchaser that the VC-108 SM is free from defects in material

and workmanship under normal use and proper maintenance with a three year limited warranty subject to the terms and

conditions hereafter set forth. Except for the above warranty, it is expressly agreed that NO WARRANTY OF MER-

CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE or of a particular use nor any warranty of any kind what-

soever express, implied or statutory is made by H.R.I.

2. This warranty does not cover any damage caused misuse, tampering, negligence, accidents, abnormal conditions,

lack of adequate maintenance or unauthorized service or alterations to the product.

3. Liability of H.R.I. is limited to either repair or replacement of the defective part or the replacement of the machine at

the option of H.R.I. on an exchange basis, with the customer bearing all costs of shipping and handling to and from the

factory.

4. Length of Warranty, Parts.

ITEM PARTS REPLACEMENT:

3 YEAR

FRAME, HAND RAILS, BASE SUPPORT 3 YEARS

HYDRAULIC MOTOR 3 YEARS

2 YEAR

FOOT PEDALS 2 YEARS

HANDLES 2 YEARS

CHAINS AND SPROCKETS 2 YEARS

ROLLERS AND SLIDES 2 YEARS

1 YEAR

ELECTRONICS 1 YEAR

HAND GRIP 1 YEAR

FOOT PEDAL STRAPS 1 YEAR

HANDRAIL FOAM COVERS 1 YEAR

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5. Length of Warranty, labor

During the first year, all labor is covered by the warranty. All labor repairs for warranty and non-warranty

parts will be performed at the factory. The cost of shipping to and from the factory is the responsibility of the

warranty.

6. This warranty does not cover paint deterioration, discoloration, chipping or rust.

7. After all of the foregoing conditions have been complied with, if H.R.I. shall thereupon attempt repairs and /or

replacements which shall for any reason fail, H.R.I. shall be allowed to continue to attempt to remedy any defects for so

long a period of time as, In H.R.I. sole judgment, such attempt is justified.

8. The foregoing shall be buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy, whether based on tort or otherwise, and H.R.I. shall not be

liable for any injuries to persons or property. In no event shall H.R.I. be liable for incidental or consequential damages

for commerciallosses or for any other loss or damages except as above set forth.

9. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, and of all other obligations or liabilities on

the part of H.R.I. No person, firm or corporation is authorized to assume any other liability on behalf of H.R.I.

CLOSING COMMENTS

This instruction manual, like any instruction manual, is not and cannot be 100% complete. Please

contact us if you have any questions or comments after thoroughly reading this manual. We always

appreciate receiving inputs from users.

VersaClimber USA

3190-E Airport Loop

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

1.800.237.2271

ph: (714) 850.9716 fx: (714) 755.5749

[email protected] www.versaclimber.com

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A trusted name in fitness for nearly 30 years. Proudly made in USA since 1981.

To learn more about other great VersaClimber accessories and options to enhance

your workout, please visit us on line at www.versaclimber.com or call our toll free

number at 1.800.237.2271 for more details.

VersaClimber, 3190-E, Airport Loop, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 • Toll free: 1.800. 237.2271

Tel: 714.850.9716 Fax: 714.755.5749 Email: [email protected] Visit us online at www.versaclimber.com

MADE IN THE U.S.A.

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