ASSAULT FITNESS Airbike Pro User Guide
- October 30, 2023
- ASSAULT FITNESS
Table of Contents
ASSAULT FITNESS Airbike
Product Information
The product is a fitness equipment console with various features such as time display panel, calories/kCal display panel, distance, speed, watts & RPM display panel, heart rate display panel, integrated phone/tablet shelf, rest/work indicator LEDs, quick launch program keys, function/option keys, control keys, and console keys. It operates on four (4) AA batteries and has an option for connection of an optional ANT+ heart rate chest strap via the on-board wireless receiver.
Product Usage Instructions
- Remove the locknut (85) using the supplied wrench and set aside.
- Thread the pivot into the frame by hand.
- Tighten firmly using the supplied 15mm/22mm combo wrench.
- Use the START key to launch a program and restart a paused program.
- Press the STOP key to end a program or pause a running program.
- Pressing the SPLIT TIME key freezes the workout metrics for five seconds.
- Pressing the SPEAKER ON/OFF key turns off or on the console’s audible notifications.
- For battery installation, use only alkaline batteries of the same brand and age to prevent damage to the electrical components. The battery compartment is on the back side of the console. Removal/replacement of batteries will erase clock and user settings.
- To connect an optional ANT+ heart rate chest strap, refer to the section titled Heart Rate Training for more information.
- All display features will switch off after ten (10) minutes of inactivity. Previously entered data will be saved.
- To reset all user settings, press and hold the STOP key for two (2) seconds. The clock, total runtime and maintenance reminder data will be retained in the permanent memory.
- To launch the Pause Mode, press the START key while any program (except the Comp Program) is running. To return to the previous program, press the START key. To continue the program, press the
START key again. If no further input is made, the Pause Mode will end and console will enter the Ready Mode in ten (10) minutes.
AS SHIPPED
ASSEMBLY
Introduction
- The ASSAULTBIKE PRO requires only minor assembly. All tools required to complete the initial setup and assembly have been included.
- Remove the unit and all parts from the carton and packaging. Con”rm all parts shown in the section above titled As Shipped are included before attempting assembly of the ASSAULTBIKE PRO.
- All required hardware used in the assembly of the ASSAULTBIKE PRO has been preinstalled and will need to be removed as part of the assembly process.
Assembly Step One:
Front & Rear Stabilizer Installation
- Remove the six (6) pre-installed sets of M8 screws (58), lock washers (34) and !at washers (35).
- Remove the hex screw (70) and !at washer (69) from the end of the Seat Post Assembly. These will be reinstalled as part of step four.
- Align the front stabilizer (904) with the receiver on the main frame, and re-install the two screws, lock washers and !at washers (58, 34 & 35) with the supplied 6mm hex wrench/screwdriver.
- Align the rear stabilizer (906) with the receiver on the main frame, and re-install the two screws, lock washers and !at washers (58, 34 & 35) with the supplied 6mm hex wrench/screwdriver
Assembly Step Two: Console and Console Mast
- Inspect the console cable (62) for damage before threading it through the bottom side and out the top of the console mast (913).
- Install the button head screws, lock washers, and !at washers (58, 34 & 35) through the console mast base (913) and into the main frame.
- Plug the console wire (62) into the pigtail wire that extends from the hole in the back side of the console (314) and carefully tuck the excess wire into console mast (913). Do not pinch the cable.
- Insert the four screws (318) through the console mast (913) and into the back of the console (314).
Assembly Step Three – Handlebars
- Place the right handlebar assembly (7) on the !oor extending forward and away from the right linkage arm (907). Remove the locknut (85) and set aside.
- Slide the right linkage arm (907) onto the Lower Pivot Pin and re-install the locknut (85) with the provided 13mm wrench.
- Raise the right handlebar (7) into a vertical position and align the inside of the Upper Pivot Pin with the threaded mount on the main frame. Thread the pivot into the frame by hand, then tighten “rmly with the supplied 15mm/22mm combo wrench.
- Thread the peg (27) onto the outside of the Upper Pivot Pin and tighten “rmly.
- Repeat the steps above for the left side assembly.
Assembly Step Four – Seat, Pedals, & Leveling the Unit
Assembly Step Two: Console and Console Mast
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Inspect the console cable (62) for damage before threading it through the bottom side and out the top of the console mast (913).
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Install the button head screws, lock washers, and !at washers (58, 34 & 35) through the console mast base (913) and into the main frame.
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Plug the console wire (62) into the pigtail wire that extends from the hole in the back side of the console (314) andcarefully tuck the excess wire into console mast (913). Do not pinch the cable.
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Insert the four screws (318) through the console mast (913) and into the back of the console (314).
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Loosen the seat clamp assembly that is pre-installed onto the rails of the seat (64) and slip the assembly onto the knurled portion of the seat slide (929). Ensure the seat is level with the ground and “x both nuts “rmly and evenly.
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Reinstall the !at washer (69) and hex screw (70) into the end of the seat post assembly. These were removed during step one.
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The left pedal (16) axle threads are reversed, meaning the axle rotates in the opposite direction from most screws or bolts for installation. Engage the “rst few threads of the left pedal axle into the left crank by hand with a counterclockwise rotation, then tighten “rmly with the 15mm/22mm combo wrench.
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Repeat this process for the right pedal (15).
NOTE: The right pedal axle will be rotated clockwise to install. -
Ensure the unit is level and does not rock by adjusting the leveling feet (53). There are two feet on the front stabilizer and two on the rear stabilizer. As a starting point, loosen each foot by threading the assembly downward/ clockwise, and then thread the locknuts downward (clockwise) against the foot base. Check the unit for stability and make any adjustments as necessary. Once stable, lock the leveling feet (53) in place by tightening the jam nut upward/counter-clockwise, against the underside of the stabilizer to lock the current position of each foot.
CONSOLE FEATURES
The START key will launch a program and restart a paused program. Pressed in
conjunction with the ENTER key, the Setup Mode will launch.
Use the STOP key to
end a program or pause a running program. To reset the console and erase all
user-entered data, press the STOP key for more than two seconds.
Press the INTERVAL
PROGRAMS key to review and select that available console Interval programming.
The HEART RATE
Programs key opens the available heart rate control programs.
Pressing the SPLIT
TIME key freezes the workout metrics for five seconds. The workout will
continue to run in the background.
Pressing the
SPEAKER ON / OFF key turns off or on the console’s audible notifications.
The ENTER key confirms values entered when adjusting a program. Pressed along
with the ENTER key, the Setup Mode will launch. To launch the Comp Mode, press
the ENTER key for five seconds.
The UP/DOWN Arrow keys allow the user to increase and decrease console values.
Pressing the UP/DOWN Arrow keys together for five seconds will launch the Comp
Setup Mode.
The TARGET PROGRAMS
key launches the Target Program setup mode. The user can program a custom
calorie, time or distance target.
Connections to a mobile device or wireless chest strap via the on-board
Bluetooth or ANT+ radios are initiated by pressing the CONNECT key.
The CHANGE UNITS key allows on-the-fly unit of measure changes. Choose between
English/Standard or Metric units. When pressed, the console will flash the
updated units banner to confirm the change.
Battery Installation
The console operates on four (4) AA batteries (included). The battery
compartment is on the back side of the console. Only use alkaline batteries of
the same brand and age to prevent damage to the electrical components.
Removal/replacement of batteries will erase clock and user settings. ANT+
2.4Ghz Wireless Technology. Connection of an optional ANT+ heart rate chest
strap can be made via the on-board wireless receiver. See the section titled
Heart Rate Training for more information.
Permanent Memory. Total run time and service interval reminder data will
always be maintained. Low Battery Indicator. When power for the installed
batteries reaches 10% of total capacity, the Low Battery Indicator icon will
light to indicate fresh batteries are required. Always use fresh alkaline
batteries..
Sleep Mode
After ten (10) minutes of inactivity, the console will enter the Sleep Mode
and display only the clock. All display features will switch off, however
previously entered data will be saved.
Ready Mode
The Ready Mode is designed to notify the user that the console is powered on
and ready for use. “Assault” and “Ready” will post in the alpha-numeric
display. The Ready Mode will time out in ten (10) minutes.
Reset Process
To reset all user settings, press and hold the STOP key for two (2) seconds.
The clock, total runtime and maintenance reminder data will be retained in the
permanent memory.
Pause Mode. While any program (except the Comp Program) is running, pressing
the START key will launch the Pause Mode. The alpha-numeric display will flash
“Paused” and each metrics display field will post “P”. To return to the
previous program, press the START key. To continue the program, press the
START key again. If no further input is made, the Pause Mode will end and
console will enter the Ready Mode in ten (10) minutes.
Program Quick Start
The ASSAULTBIKE PRO console allows users to begin a workout without the
selection of a program. When launched, the metrics will begin to display
within seconds of pressing the START key or moving the running belt. The
program will run continuously and all metrics will count up from zero.
Workout Results
At the end of each workout, the console will post a workout summary of the
workout data. Total Calories and Distance will post, followed by Maximum
Speed, Watts and RPM, then Average Speed, Watts and Pace.
PROGRAM OPERATION
WARNING. Please read all included information, user guides and warnings
before use.
QUICK START Program
The Quick Start program option is for users wishing to bypass the on-board
programming setup steps and begin their workout immediately. The Quick Start
program will launch as soon as the belt begins to move or if the START key is
pressed. The console will begin to display all metrics, including the user’s
heart rate (if a signal is detected). The program will run continuously until
the belt stops moving. To end the program and view the Workout Summary, press
the STOP key.
Launch: Press the START key or begin walking/running on the belt.
Run: All metrics will begin to post.
End: Press the STOP key. The Results summary will be displayed for total,
average and maximum values.
INTERVAL 20/10 & INTERVAL 10/20 Programs
The Interval 20/10 and Interval 10/20 programs offer the user a series of
eight (8) high-intensity workout intervals with preset time segments. This
training protocol is commonly known as High Intensity Interval Training
(H.I.I.T.). The console will provide messages to the user at start of each
work and rest interval. Additionally, work and rest intervals will be signaled
via flashing the on-board LEDs and audible tones.
Interval 20/10 Program Number of Intervals: 8
Work Interval Length: 20 seconds
Rest Interval Length: 10 seconds Interval
10/20 Program Number of Intervals: 8
Work Interval Length: 10 seconds
Rest Interval Length: 20 seconds
- Launch: Press the INTERVAL PROGRAMS key until the desired program title is visible. Con”rm the selection of the displayed program title by pressing the START key.
- Run: The console will display the current Work/Rest interval and the timer display will count down for each interval.
- End: The program will run until the last of the Work segments end. To end the program at any time, press the STOP key. The Workout Summary will launch at the end of the program and post a record of the workout data.
INTERVAL CUSTOM Program
The Interval Custom Program is similar to the Interval 20/10 Program except
the user has the ability to set the length of the work and rest intervals as
well as the total number of intervals.
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Launch: Press the INTERVAL PROGRAMS key repeatedly until Custom is displayed. Confirm the selection of the visible program by pressing the START key.
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Setup: When running the Interval Custom program for the first time (or after the console has been reset), the user will be required to enter the total number of intervals. Adjust the displayed value when prompted by pressing the UP or DOWN key, followed by the ENTER key to confirm. The default work interval time value will then post. Adjust the displayed time value with the UP or DOWN key and press ENTER to confirm. The default rest interval will post. Adjust the value and confirm by pressing ENTER.
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Run: The console will display the current Work/Rest interval and the timer display will count down for each
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End: The program will run until the last of the Work segments end. To end the program at any time, press the STOP key. The Workout Summary will launch at the end of the program and post a record of the workout data.
TARGET TIME, TARGET CALORIES and TARGET DISTANCE Programs
The Target Time, Target Distance and Target Calories programs each operate in
an identical manner. For these programs, the user may set a single target
metric value and the program will continue until that goal has been achieved.
- Launch: Press the TARGET PROGRAMS key repeatedly until the banner for the desired target is displayed. Press ENTER to confirm the selection.
- Setup: When running the Target programs for the first time (or after the console has been reset), the display will ash with the default value. Adjust the displayed value by pressing the UP or DOWN keys, followed by the ENTER key to confirm. The program will begin automatically.
- Run: The display fields will light and begin to track the progress of the user toward the goals. If Time was the selected target, remaining time will be displayed and the timer will count down. If Distance or Calories are the selected targets, the console will track the progress toward those goals and timer will count up.
- End: The program will end automatically when the selected target has been achieved or the timer reaches zero.
To end the program at any time, press the STOP key. The Workout Summary will launch and post a record of the workout data.
TARGET HEART RATE Program
The Target Heart Rate Program offers users the ability to target a specific
heart rate / Bpm (Beats-per-minute range) or heart rate zone for maximum
cardiovascular training. With one piece of information (user age), the console
will automatically calculate the Estimated Calculated Maximum Heart Rate as
well as some common heart rate training zones (65%, 75% and 85% of Max Bpm).
Additionally, a specific Bpm of the user’s choice can be entered.
- Launch: Press the HEART RATE PROGRAMS key.
Setup: Set the user’s age via the UP/DOWN keys and confirm the entry by pressing the ENTER key. Select the target HR range or the Custom Bpm by pressing UP/DOWN keys until the desired target is displayed, then press ENTER. The console offers a choice of adding a countdown timer. Select Timer On or Timer Off via the UP/DOWN keys, and press ENTER to confirm. If Timer On was selected, adjust the time values via the UP/DOWN keys, and press ENTER to confirm.
Note: The accuracy of the displayed metrics is dependent upon an accurate user age value entry.
- Run: The display fields will light and begin to track the progress of the user and the user’s target heart rate will ash in the alpha-numeric display. The console will provide prompts such as HR Low followed by Increase Speed, or HR High/Decrease Speed to aid the user in maintaining the targeted heart rate range. If the user’s heart rate remains at an elevated value (based on the entered age), the console will shut down.
- End: The Target Heart Rate program will run continuously until ended manually by the user or the selected timer value has expired. To end the program at any time, press the STOP key. The Workout Summary will launch and post a record of the workout data.
COMP Program
The Comp Program allows the trainer or user to set a pre-defined workout
program targeting a Caloric, Time or Distance value. The Comp Program operates
similar to the Target Programs with some key differences. While the console is
in the Comp Run Mode, all other program functions are locked out to ensure the
identical program settings are repeated and unchangeable. This feature is
useful for a class setting or a head-to-head competition.
Setup: The Comp Program requires a few setup steps. To launch the Comp Set Mode, press the UP+DOWN arrow keys simultaneously for five (5) seconds. Comp Set will post in the alpha-numeric display and the TARGET banner will flash as well as one of the available metrics of Time, Calories or Distance. Select the desired target (Time, Calories or Distance) via the UP/DOWN keys and confirm the selection by pressing ENTER. The selected target value will flash. Adjust the flashing value via the UP/DOWN arrow keys and press ENTER to confirm. Select imperial/English or metric units and press ENTER to view the confirmed settings. To alter the Comp Program settings, relaunch the Comp Set Mode.
Ready: Before the Comp Program can be run, the console must be set to the Comp Ready Mode. This step ensures that the program cannot be accidentally changed between users as this mode locks out the selection of other programs and features. Press the ENTER key for five (5) seconds to launch the Comp Ready Mode and display the previously set target.
Run: When the console is in the Comp Ready Mode, launch the Comp Program by pressing START. Run Comp will post and flash in the alpha-numeric display and the banner for the selected target will flash. If time is the target metric, the timer will count down the time remaining while logging values for calories, distance, speed, Watts and RPM. If distance or calories are selected as the target, the timer will count up.
End: The program will end automatically when the target metric has been
reached. The Comp Ready Mode will launch, ready for the next user/competitor.
Exit: To exit the Comp Ready Mode, press the DOWN arrow key for five (5)
seconds to launch the standard Ready Mode. To conserve battery power, the Comp
Ready Mode will time out in thirty (30) minutes and enter the Sleep Mode. When
input is received via rotation of the running belt or input from a console
key, the Comp Ready Mode will launch.
HEART RATE TRAINING
Heart Rate is an Important Key to Your Exercise. The Surgeon General released
a report on physical activity and health stating exercise and fitness are
beneficial for a person’s health and emphasized the need for exercise as a key
component for disease prevention and healthier living. The best way to
determine exercise intensity is to monitor your pulse rate. Heart rate can
easily be monitored by counting the number of heart beats per minute at the
chest, wrist or the carotid artery on your neck, however it is difficult to so
while exercising. To aid in heart rate training, the ASSAULTBIKE PRO console
is equipped with a wireless heart rate receiver which can detect a HR signal
being transmitted by a wireless chest strap (option).
Calculated Maximum Heart Rate
Your target heart rate depends primarily upon your age. It is key to work
within a safe and productive zone. If the exercise intensity is too low or too
high, only modest gains will be made in strength and cardiovascular fitness. A
workout at a very low intensity will not offer maximum benefits.
It is general perceived that it is most effective to train at a heart rate
between 65% and 85% of your maximum heart rate. Calculated Maximum Heart Rate
is calculated as a percentage of your Maximum Heart Rate (estimated as 220 Bpm
minus your age).
To calculate your Calculated Maximum Heart Rate and find the appropriate target training zone, use the following formulas.
The following estimations are relevant for a 35-year-old user:
- 220 – 35 = 185 BPM (220 – Age = Calculated Maximum Heart Rate in Bpm)
- 0.65 x 185 = 120 BPM (65% of 185 BPM [Calculated Maximum Heart Rate] = 120 Bpm)
- 0.85 x 185 = 157 BPM (85% of 185 BPM [Calculated Maximum Heart Rate] = 185 Bpm)
The recommended heart rate training zone for this user would be between 120 Bpm and 157 Bpm.
Using the Wireless Heart Rate Receiver
In general, a wireless heart rate chest strap is the most accurate and
convenient method of detecting and monitoring a heart rate signal.
Occasionally, certain factors can negatively affect the accurate transmission
of the heart rate signal. Wi-Fi networks, cordless telephones and large
electrical appliances may degrade or corrupt the signal creating an erratic or
impossibly high Bpm. The only remedy for such a symptom is to isolate the unit
from potential disturbances. Additionally, a person’s body chemistry or lack
of perspiration can prevent the chest strap from providing a strong or
accurate heart rate signal. A wireless heart rate receiving system is one
feature found on this unit. In order for the console to detect and display
your heart rate wirelessly, four(4) conditions must be present:
- A compatible heart rate chest strap transmitter must be functioning and worn. The console requires a dual-band ANT+/Bluetooth Low Energy heart rate chest strap. Several manufacturers offer dual band models. For proper function of the chest strap, please refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Both the console and heart rate chest strap must be powered on/activated.
- A workout program must be running.
- The ANT+/Bluetooth LE heart rate chest strap is paired to the console.
Pairing the Wireless ANT+/Bluetooth LE Heart Rate Transmitter to the ASSAULTBIKE PRO Console. There are two ways to connect the ANT+/BTLE heart rate chest strap to the ASSAULTBIKE PRO console.
- Bluetooth: If monitoring the workout through a compatible mobile device and application, pairing of heart rate strap will occur via the Bluetooth radio from within the application. Follow the application instructions which will include turning the Bluetooth radio on in the mobile device, pressing the CONNECT key on the console and selecting the Assault AirBike.
- ANT+: If a mobile device is not used, pairing will occur via the ANT+ radio. Ensure the chest strap is on and worn correctly. Press and hold the CONNECT key for 5 seconds. “ANT+HR” will begin to flash in the alpha-numeric display until the heart rate strap pairs to the console. When paired, the HEART RATE banner will begin to flash and the alpha-numeric display will flash “Connected” followed by “ANT+HR” flash to confirm connection.