Schwinn A10 Manual

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#2
8a
7. Install Water Bottle Holder
 Note:   The hardware is pre-installed on the Console Mast and not on the hardware card.
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X2
6mm
6. Attach Media Tray to Console and Install Console on Console Mast 
 Note:    Before you attach the Media Tray, remove the protective plastic film from the front of the console. Be sure the 
tabs on the Media Tray snap into the Console.   
Remove the pre-installed screws from the back of the Console before you connect the cables.
 N OTI C E :    Do	not	crimp	the	cables.	Make	sure	that	the	switch	(8a)	on	the	back	of	the	Console	is	set	to	B  (bike).
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							12 8. Install Batteries in Console
 Note:			The	console	uses	D	size	batteries	(LR20).	Make 	
sure that the batteries point in the direction 
of the +/– indicators in the battery bay. If you 
use rechargeable batteries, the optional power 
adapter will not recharge the batteries.
!Do	not	mix	old	and	new	batteries.
Do	not	mix	alkaline,	standard	(carbon-zinc),	or 	
rechargeable (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH, etc) batteries.
X4
+
–
9. Final Inspection
Inspect your machine to ensure that all hardware is tight and components are properly assembled.
Be sure to record the serial number in the field provided at the front of this manual.
!Do	not	use	or	put	the	machine	into	service	until	the	machine	has	been	fully	assembled	and	inspected	for	correct 	
performance in accordance with the Owner’s Manual.
Optional Power Adapter
The console for your machine can operate on battery power or AC power. For AC power, it is necessary to order the 
optional Power Adapter. If batteries and the Power Adapter are installed, the console will use the Power Adapter to operate.
 Note:    If you use rechargeable batteries, the optional Power Adapter will not recharge the batteries. 
After the machine is fully assembled, connect the Power Adaptor to the console and the wall outlet.
 N OTI C E :    If you use a power adapter for your bike, make sure that the cord stays clear of the path of the pedals. 
Attach the cord to the machine with zipties as shown:
 N OTI C E :    It is recommended to remove batteries when they are not used, to avoid damage from battery corrosion.
To order the optional Power Adapter, go to:
www.schwinnfitness.com/powersupply
Or call 1 (800) 605–3369.  
						

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Leveling Your Bike
The levelers are the polygonal end caps on the Rear Stabilizer. Turn the end cap to adjust the level. 
Make	sure	the	bike	is	level	and	stable	before	you	exercise.
Moving Your Bike
To move the upright bike, carefully tilt the Handlebars toward you while pushing the front of the bike downward. Push the 
bike to the desired location.
NOTICE:   
Be careful when you move the bike. Abrupt motions can affect the computer operation.
BEfORE YOU START  
						

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!This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Before using this equipment, obey the following warnings:
!Read	and	understand	the	complete	Manual.	Keep	the	Manual	for	future	reference.
  Read and understand all warnings on this machine. If at any time the Warning stickers become loose, unreadable 
or dislodged, contact Nautilus
® Customer Service for replacement stickers.
•	 Children	must	not	be	let	on	or	near	to	this	machine.	Moving	parts	and	other	features	of	the	machine	can	be	 dangerous to children.
•	 Not	intended	for	use	by	anyone	under	14	years	of	age.
•	 Consult	a	physician	before	you	start	an	exercise	program.	Stop	exercising	if	you	feel	pain	or	tightness	in	your	 chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again. Use the values 
calculated or measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only.
•	 Before	each	use,	examine	this	machine	for	loose	parts	or	signs	of	wear.	Do	not	use	if	found	in	this	condition.	Monitor	 the Seat, Pedals, and Crank Arms closely. Contact Nautilus
® Customer Service for repair information.
•	 Maximum	user	weight	limit:	275	lbs.	(125	kg).	Do	not	use	if	you	are	over	this	weight.
•	 This	machine	is	for	home	use	only.
•	 Do	not	wear	loose	clothing	or	jewelry.	This	machine	contains	moving	parts.	Do	not	put	fingers	or	other	objects	into	 moving	parts	of	the	exercise	equipment.
•	 Set	up	and	operate	this	machine	on	a	solid,	level,	horizontal	surface.
•	 Make	the	Pedals	stable	before	you	step	on	them.	Use	caution	when	you	step	on	and	off	the	machine.
•	 Disconnect	all	power	before	servicing	this	machine.
•	 Do	not	operate	this	machine	outdoors	or	in	moist	or	wet	locations.	Keep	the	foot	pedals	clean	and	dry.
•	 Keep	at	least	24”	(0.6	m)	on	each	side	of	the	machine	clear.	This	is	the	recommended	safe	distance	for	access	and	 passage	around	and	emergency	dismounts	from	the	machine.	Keep	third	parties	out	of	this	space	when	machine	is	
in use.
•	 Do	not	over	exert	yourself	during	exercise.	Operate	the	machine	in	the	manner	described	in	this	manual.
•	 Correctly	adjust	and	safely	engage	all	Positional	Adjustment	Devices.	Make	sure	that	the	Adjustment	Devices	do	not	 hit the user.
•	 Exercise	on	this	machine	requires	coordination	and	balance.	Be	sure	to	anticipate	that	changes	in	speed	and	 resistance level can occur during workouts, and be attentive in order to avoid loss of balance and possible injury.
IMpORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS  
						

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fEATURES
AConsole JWater Bottle Holder
B Handlebars, Upright KContact Heart Rate (CHR) Sensors
C Adjustable Seat LPower Connector
D Adjustment	Knob MBattery Bay
E Fully Shrouded Flywheel NMachine Type Switch
F Levelers OMedia Tray
G Stabilizers PMP3 Input
H Transport Rollers QSpeakers
I Pedals RMedia Cable
A
B
CD
E
F
G
H
I
J
Q
K
L
M
O
P
Q
N
R
QUICK STARTFUN RIDESENTERMOUNTAINS
CHALLENGES
STARTSTOP
ROLLING HILLS
RIDE IN THE PARK
PIKES PEAKPYRAMIDS
FUN RIDES
MOUNTAINSUPHILL FINISHCROSS-TRAININGCHALLENGES  
						

							16 Console Features
The Console provides important information about your workout and lets you control the resistance levels while you 
exercise.	The	Console	has	a	grid	display	with	touch	control	buttons	to	navigate	you	through	the	exercise	programs.
Keypad Functions
QUICK	START		 Begins	a	Quick	Start	workout
START/STOP    Starts a Program workout, pauses an 
active workout, and if pushed again, 
will end the workout
FUN	RIDES	 	 Begins	selection	of	a	FUN	RIDES	
workout
MOUNTAINS    Begins selection of a MOUNTAINS 
workout
CHALLENGES	 	 Begins	selection	of	a	CHALLENGES	
workout
ENTER   Confirms  information
Increase ()    Increases a value (time or workout 
resistance level)
Decrease	()	 	 Decreases	a	value	(time,	or	workout	
resistance level)
  Note:   The Console keypad will not adjust the sound 
output for a connected media device. Use the 
volume control on the media device.
LCD Display Data
Program Display
The	Program	Display	shows	the	name	of	the	program	selection	and	the	grid	area	shows	the	course	profile	for	the	
program. Each column in the profile shows one interval (workout segment). The higher the column, t\
he higher the 
resistance level for that interval. The flashing column shows your curr\
ent interval.
Time
The TIME display field shows the time count in the workout. If no preset time is set up for the current workout program, 
the	display	value	starts	at	zero	and	counts	forward	until	the	end	of	the	workout.	Maximum	time	is	99:59.
If the workout has a preset time, the display starts at the preset value and counts down to zero. The display shows the 
total time count for the workout.
QUICK
STARTFUN RIDES
ENTER
MOUNTAINS
CHALLENGES
STARTSTOP
ROLLING HILLS
RIDE IN THE PARK
PIKES PEAKPYRAMIDS
FUN RIDES
MOUNTAINS
UPHILL FINISHCROSS-TRAINING
CHALLENGES
Battery 
indicator
Program 
display  
						

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Speed / Distance
The	SPEED/DISTANCE	display	field	shows	the	machine	speed	in	kilometers	per	hour	(km/h)	or	miles	per	hour	(mph)	for	6	
seconds,	then	the	Distance	for	6	seconds.	The	Distance	display	shows	the	distance	count	(miles	or	km)	in	the	workout.	
 Note:    To change the measurement units to English Imperial or metric, refer to the “Changing Unit Measures” section in 
this manual.
RPM / KCAL (Calories)
The	RPM/KCAL	display	field	shows	the	machine	revolutions	per	minute	(RPM)	for	6	seconds,	then	the	KCAL	display	
shows	the	estimated	calories	that	you	have	burned	during	the	exercise	for	6	seconds.
Level / HR (Heart Rate)
The	LEVEL/HR	display	field	shows	the	current	resistance	level	(1–8)	for	6	seconds,	then	your	Heart	Rate	for	6	seconds.	
The HR display shows the heart rate in beats per minute (BPM) from the Contact Heart Rate sensors.
!Consult	a	physician	before	you	start	an	exercise	program.	Stop	exercising	if	you	feel	pain	or	tightness	in	your	chest,	
become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again. Use the values 
calculated or measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only.
Results Indicator
The RESULTS indicator comes on when the Console shows the workout data results.
Battery Indicator
The Battery Indicator comes on when the battery power is low. 
Contact Heart Rate Sensors
Contact Heart Rate (CHR) sensors send your heart rate signals to the C\
onsole. The CHR sensors are the stainless steel 
parts of the Handlebars. To use, put your hands comfortably around the sensors. Be sure that your hands touch both the 
top and the bottom of the sensors. Hold firm, but not too tight or loo\
se. Both hands must make contact with the sensors 
for the Console to detect a pulse. After the Console detects four stable\
 pulse signals, your initial pulse rate will be shown.
Once the Console has your initial heart rate, do not move or shift your \
hands for 10 to 15 seconds. The Console will now 
validate the heart rate. Many factors influence the ability of the sen\
sors to detect your heart rate signal:
•	 Movement of the upper body muscles (including arms) produces an electrical signal (muscle artifact) that can interfere 
with pulse detection. Slight hand movement while in contact with the sen\
sors can also produce interference.
•	 Calluses and hand lotion may act as an insulating layer to reduce the signal strength.
•	 Some	Electrocardiogram	(EKG)	signals	generated	by	individuals	are	not	strong	enough	to	be	detected	by	the	sensors.
CHR	detection	may	be	limited	to	walking	or	slow	jogging	due	to	the	extreme	muscle	artifacts	and	hand	motion	generated	
by a comfortable running style. If your heart rate signal ever seems err\
atic after validation, wipe off your hands and the 
sensors and try again.
Heart Rate Calculations
Your	maximum	heart	rate	usually	decreases	from	220	Beats	Per	Minute	(BPM)	in	childhood	to	approximately	160	BPM	by	
age	60.	This	fall	in	heart	rate	is	usually	linear,	decreasing	by	approximately	one	BPM	for	each	year.	There	is	no	indication	
that	training	influences	the	decrease	in	maximum	heart	rate.	Individuals	of	the	same	age	could	have	different	maximum	
heart rates. It is more accurate to find this value by getting a stress test than by using an age related formula.
Your	at-rest	heart	rate	is	influenced	by	endurance	training.	The	typical	adult	has	an	at	rest	heart	rate	of	approximately	72	
BPM, whereas highly trained runners may have readings of 40 BPM or lower.
The Heart Rate table is an estimate of what Heart Rate Zone (HRZ) is e\
ffective to burn fat and better your cardiovascular 
system. Physical conditions vary, therefore, your individual HRZ could be several beats higher or lower than what \
is 
shown.  
						

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The	most	efficient	procedure	to	burn	fat	during	exercise	is	to	start	at	a	slow	pace	and	gradually	increase	your	intensity	
until	your	heart	rate	reaches	between	60	–	85%	of	your	maximum	heart	rate.	Continue	at	that	pace,	keeping	your	heart	
rate in that target zone for over 20 minutes. The longer you maintain yo\
ur target heart rate, the more fat your body will 
burn.
The graph is a brief guideline, describing the generally suggested targe\
t heart rates based on age. As noted above, your 
optimal target rate may be higher or lower. Consult your physician for your individual target heart rate zone.Note:	As	with	all	exercises	and	fitness	regimens,	always	use	your	best	judgment	when	you	increase	your	exercise 	
time or intensity.
20-24
FAT-BURNING TARGET HEART RATE
Heart Rate BPM 
(beats per minute)
Age
25-290
50
100
150
200
250
30-34 35-39 40-4445-4950-5455-59 60-6465-69 70+
196
191
186
181 176171
166
161 156
151
146
167
162158 154
150145141137
133
128
126
Maximum Heart Rate
Target Heart Rate Zone
(keep within this range
for optimum fat-burning)
118 115
112 109 106
103
100 9794
91 88  
						

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OpERATIONS
What to Wear
Wear	rubber-soled	athletic	shoes.	You	will	need	the	appropriate	clothes	for	exercise	that	allow	you	to	move	freely.
How Often Should You Exercise
Consult	a	physician	before	you	start	an	exercise	program.	Stop	exercising	if	you	feel	pain	or	tightness	in	your	chest,	
become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again. Use the values calcu-
lated or measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only.
•	 3 times a week for 30 minutes each day.
•	 Schedule workouts in advance and try to follow the schedule.
Seat Adjustment
Correct	seat	placement	encourages	exercise	efficiency	and	comfort,	while	reducing	the	risk	of	
injury.
1. With a Pedal in the forward position, center the ball of your foot over the center of it. Your leg  should be bent slightly at the knee.
2. If your leg is too straight or your foot cannot touch the Pedal, move\
 the seat down on the up -
right bike. If your leg is bent too much, move the seat up.
!Step off the bike before you adjust the seat.
Loosen and pull the adjustment knob on the seat tube. Adjust the seat to\
 the desired height. 
Release the adjustment knob to engage the locking pin. Be sure that the pin is fully engaged and 
fully tighten the knob.  
!Do	not	set	the	Seat	Post	position	higher	than	the	stop	mark	(MAX)	on	the	tube.
Foot Position / Pedal Strap Adjustment
Foot	pedals	with	straps	provide	secure	footing	to	the	exercise	bike.
1. Put the ball of each foot on the Pedals.
2. Rotate the Pedals until one can be reached.
3. Fasten the strap over the shoe.
4. Repeat for the other foot.
Be	sure	toes	and	knees	point	directly	forward	to	ensure	maximum	Pedal	efficiency.	Pedal	straps	
can be left in position for subsequent workouts.
Power-Up / Idle Mode
The	Console	operates	on	(4)	D	sized	batteries.	Once	installed,	the	Console	will	enter	POWER-UP	mode	if	any	button	is	
pushed, or if it receives an indication from the RPM sensor as a result of pedaling the machine.
 Note:    An optional power adapter is available from www.schwinnfitness.com/powersupply or call 1(800) 605–3369.
Auto Shut-Off (Sleep Mode)
If	the	Console	does	not	receive	any	input	or	there	is	no	pedal	movement	in	approximately	5	minutes,	it	will	automatically	
shut	off.	The	LCD	display	is	off	while	in	Sleep	Mode.
 Note:  The Console does not have an On/Off switch.
Quick Start / Manual Program
The Quick Start / Manual program lets you start a workout without entering any information.
1.  Sit on the seat.
2.	 Push	the	QUICK	START	button	and	start	to	pedal.
3.	 	 To	change	the	resistance	level,	push	the	Increase/Decrease	buttons.	The	default	Quick	Start	resistance	level	is	1.	The	
time will count up from 00:00.  
						

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Changing Resistance Levels
Push the Increase()	or	Decrease() buttons to change the resistance level at any time in a workout program.
Profile Programs
These programs automate different resistances and workout levels.
Fun Rides
Rolling Hills          Ride in the Park
Mountains
Pike’s Peak      Pyramids 
Challenges
Uphill Finish       Cross-Training
To start a Profile Program:
1. Step on the machine.
2.  Push the button for the desired Profile Program type: Fun Rides, Mountains or Challenges. The display shows the fi\
rst 
option	for	that	type—for	example,	the	Rolling	Hills	program	for	the	Fun	Rides	type.	Push	the	button	again	to	toggle	
between option 1 and option 2.
3.  To adjust the time of the workout, push ENTER. The default value is 15 mi\
nutes. Use the Increase()	or	Decrease() 
buttons to change it, and push ENTER.
4.  Use the Increase()	and	Decrease()	buttons	to	change	the	resistance	level	(default	level	is	3,	maximum	level	is	8),	
and push ENTER.
5.  Push the START/STOP button to start the Profile workout.
Pausing or Stopping
1. Stop pedaling and push the START / STOP button to pause your workout. 
2.  To continue your workout, push START/STOP and start pedaling.
  To end the workout, push the STOP/START button.
Results
When you complete, pause or cancel a workout, the Console will show your\
 current workout value totals and averages. If 
there is no activity for 5 minutes, the Console will enter Sleep Mode.
Changing Unit Measures (English Imperial/Metric)
To change the measurement units (for distance and speed) to English Imperial or metric: 
1.    Push and hold the ENTER and START / STOP buttons for 3 seconds to go to Engineering Mode.
2.	 	 The	display	shows	the	current	unit	of	measurement.	Push	the	Increase/Decrease	buttons	to	change	between	English	
Imperial	(MILES)	or	Metric	(KM)	units.	
3.    Push ENTER to set your selection.