VersaClimber 1712185471 SM-Magnetic Vertical Climber Machine Instruction Manual

VersaClimber 1712185471 SM-Magnetic Vertical Climber Machine

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: VersaClimber
• Manufacturer: Heart Rate Inc.
• Address: 1411 E. Wilshire Ave, Santa Ana CA 92705
• Made in: USA since 1981

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How long should a warm-up period be before using the VersaClimber?
  • A: A warm-up period of at least 5 to 10 minutes is recommended before starting your workout on the VersaClimber.
• Q: What should I do if I feel discomfort or dizziness during the exercise?
  • A: Immediately discontinue the exercise if you experience any discomfort, shortness of breath, or dizziness.
• Q: How should I adjust my climbing speed for optimal calorie burn?
  • A: Focus on total body climbing against gravity rather than high speed. Adjust your climbing speed based on your comfort level and perceived exertion.

Information

INTERACTIVE HOME TRAINING

GENERAL INTRODUCTION

NOTE

BEFORE EXERCISING ON THE VERSACLIMBER, READ THIS OPERATION MANUAL THOROUGHLY. INSTRUCT OTHERS HOW TO USE THE MACHINE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROCEDURES OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL. ADDITIONAL MANUALS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST FROM HEART RATE, INC. BEFORE BEGINNING THIS OR ANY OTHER EXERCISE PROGRAM, CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN.

THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT FOR THOSE INDIVIDUALS OVER THE AGE OF 30 AND THOSE WHO HAVE KNOWN HEALTH PROBLEMS. HRI ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE SUSTAINED BY OR THROUGH THE USE OF THE VERSACLIMBER.

DON’T CLIMB TOO FAST

Beginners should take a 4-6 inch step at a gentle pace. First time users of the VersaClimber have a tendency to climb too fast and to take too long a step. Until users become thoroughly familiar with the VersaClimber, it is important to take short, slow steps. To maintain a shock and trauma free motion, it is mandatory not to “bottom out” or impact the pedals at the end of each stroke.

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 each VersaClimber workout. Taking a short step at a slow climbing speed during the warm up period is the key to a great workout. The first time user can easily climb for 15 to 20 minutes by including a slow 5 minute warm up and a 3 to 5 minute cool down period. With repetitive use it is possible to build up to longer climbs at higher speeds.

Many individuals enjoy 60 minutes or more of uninterrupted climbing. After each workout, note exercise time, climbing speed and height climbed for establishing a goal for future sessions. Use heart rate and perceived exertion to determine if you are at a comfortable exercise level. Remember that work intensity and calorie burn rate is based on climbing speed. If the exercise is too hard, slow down.

CALORIE BURN RATE

Full body climbing ranks highest in calories burned even though climbing speed is slower than other activities. First time users often try to maintain the speed they use in other activities and tend to over exert themselves. New to cardio climbing, It is important to remember that because VersaClimbing is a total body climb against gravity, it is not necessary to climb at a high rate of speed, just take it slow.

CALORIES BURNED ACTIVITY
(150lb person)

NOTE: TO MAINTAIN TRAUMA FREE MOTION, IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, “BOTTOM OUT” AT THE END OF EACH STROKE. ALSO, DO NOT HIT THE STEP HEIGHT LIMITERS WHEN THEY ARE IN USE.

STAIR STEPPING

The SM-M features a 1-20 inch step height. This range of motion provides the ability to perform variable height and variable speed stair stepping exercises for the lower body only. The hand rails, located about waist high, are used to grasp and thus stabilize the upper body while stepping with the legs only. The upper body is maintained in an erect stationary position while the legs and hips perform a lower body stepping exercise. The foot straps also allow the user to perform a leg lift exercise while stepping, not available on single purpose steppers / stepping machines.

By holding the hand rails in front of you or to the side of your body and stepping with legs only, the buttocks, front and back of the thighs, calves, and shins can achieve a complete lower body aerobic and strength workout. Stair stepping is recommended for beginners before they attempt a full body climbing exercise and can be performed in any mode of operation.

NOTE

WHEN HOLDING THE SIDE HANDRAILS KEEP FINGERS AND THUMBS ON THE FOAM PADDING OF THE HANDRAILS. DO NOT GRASP OR EXTEND ANY PORTION OF THE HAND BEYOND THE FLANGES OF THE MOVING HAND GRIPS. DO NOT HOLD ONTO THE MAIN VERTICAL POST.

WARNING NOTICE

• In order to maintain highest safety level of equipment, a regular examination is required for damage and wear. This requires a visual inspection of connectors, cables, chains, sprockets, pedals, handles etc. on a regular basis.

CAUTION

• IMMEDIATELY DISCONTINUE THIS EXERCISE IF THERE IS ANY DISCOMFORT, SHORTNESS OF BREATH OR DIZZINESS.

NOTE:

• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE COMPONENTS WITH MAGNETS.

GETTING STARTED

SPECIALTY MODES

HEART RATE MONITORING

CAUTION

• IMMEDIATELY DISCONTINUE THIS EXERCISE IF THERE IS ANY DISCOMFORT, SHORTNESS OF BREATH OR DIZZINESS.

SM-Magnetic Resistance

VersaClimber uses efficient magnetic resistance system. This form of resistance is created by using eddy currents which is created by magnetics passing over a metal anywheel. The disc passes through the magnetic field causing non-friction resistance. Since surfaces never physically touch one another, the result is quiet, smooth, zero maintenance form of adjustable resistance.

USING MAGNETIC RESISTANCE

Beginners and individuals who are conditioned may use the resistance to control their climbing speed –by slowing the step speed down. The Magnetic control knob is located at the bottom of the display.

You can use resistance in two ways:

• SLOWER STEP: Turn knob clock wise
• FASTER STEP: Turn knob counter clock wise

By turning the control knob “clock wise” will slow down the stepping speed when only your body weight is applied. However, by forcing the push 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 intense workout.

You can create “zero” resistance workout by turning the knob all the way “counter clock wise” . However, by eliminating the tension the speed by 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 maintain an easy going climb rate. Conversely, if a more intense work out is desired, step faster with longer stride.

11 Preset Resistance Settings

Resistance ranges from 0 – 10. By default it starts at Level 1. Level 0 can be selected by turning the resistnace knob counter clockwise. At any time, quickly return to Level 1 by pushing the center button of the resistance knob.

NOTE:

• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE COMPONENTS WITH MAGNETS.

SPECIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL SIZE

• Height: 7’ 10”
• Footprint: 43” x 46”
• Weight: 155 lbs

FUNCTIONAL FEATURES

• Pedal Step Height: 0-20”
• Arm Stroke Length: 0-20”
• Climb Angle: 75 Degrees
• Vertical Lift Factor (% slope): 96.6 Percent

MAGNETIC RESISTANCE

• Magnetic Force Max: Up to 500 lbs
• Number of Settings: 11

USER ACCOMMODATIONS

• Climber’s Height: 4’2” – 7’ 1”
• Climber’s Weight: 65 lbs – 352 lbs.

MODULE DISPLAY FUNCTIONS

• Exercise Time: 0 – 99.9 hours
• Exercise Rate: 0 – 500 FT/min
• Exercise Distance: 0 – 99,999 FT
• Step Height: 0 – 20 inches
• Race against opponent: 35 – 200 FT/min
• Heart Rate Display: 30 – 235 (BPM)
• Calorie Burn Rate: 0-9,999
• Display Units: Imperial / Metrics
• Power Supply:  110 Volt AC

ELECTRICAL

• Two 5.5 x 2.1 mm female barrel type electrical power connectors are available on the back side of the post. One just above the lower brace, the other just below the top plastic cover.
• Never connect two power supplies at the same time.
• Connector’s center termial is +12 Volts, outer terminal is 12 Volt return.
• Power required is 1.1 Amps.
• AC power cord should match local receptacle type (US, UK, China, Australia, Spain etc.)
• Included power supply output is rated at 12 volts DC at 5 amps. Input is 90-250 Volts AC, 50-60Hz.
• It is suggested to disconnect power from the wall outlet when not in use.

NOTE:

• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE COMPONENTS WITH MAGNETS.

TOOLS REQUIRED / HARDWARE PACKAGE

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

The following items are packaged in wood shipping crate.

EQUIPMENT:

• (1) Vertical frame/post with module display.
• (2) Foot pedals (left / right)
• (2) Hand grips, Quick Release
• (1) Front curved tubing base with two stable leveling pads with nuts.
• (1) Back straight tubing base
• (1) Brace, post to back base
• (2) Curved padded side handrails (right / left)
• (1) Power supply transformer 110v AC Adapter with cord.

HARDWARE PACKAGE

SM-M Part Identification

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

UNPACKING / ASSEMBLY

1. After removing the crate cover, remove the wooden cross support that holds the main post down with Philips head screw driver.
2. Next, remove the (2) bolts at the end of crate with two 9/16 wrenches.
3. Using two people, carefully remove the main VersaClimber post from shipping crate.
4. Place post on block support
   • Avoid lifting the machine by or setting the machine on any portion of the black plastic covering located at the top of post.

NOTE:

• We recommend replacing PEDAL SHAFT every three years.

• 9. Attach the front curved tubular floor brace to the post. Align 4 holes curved brace with 4 post base holes. Using four (4) self tightening hex head bolts 3/8” x 5/8” long bolts, screw down until firmly tight.
• 10. From top of plate , screw in (4) self tightening 3/8” x 5/8” base bolts. Securely TIGHTEN all (4) base bolts.
• 11. Attach back tubular floor brace to post with (2) hex head bolts 3/8” Lock nut. DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN AT THIS TIME.
• 12. Using two people lift and hold Versa Climber in upright postion.
• 13. Attach tubular brace between post and back tubular curved floor base with (2) 3/8” x 33/4” bolts. DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN.
• 14. After tubular brace is in place, go back and FULLY TIGHTEN the two 3 3/4” long base bolts.
• 15. Then go back and TIGHTEN FULLY the TOP lock nut on the tubular brace.
• 16. Next, TIGHTEN the BOTTOM lock nut and the back brace to complete the post assembly.
• 17. Attach foot pedals with “L” shape bracket pointing up attach pedal with (2) 3/8” x 1 1/2” long hex head bolts.
• 18. Securely TIGHTEN foot pedals.
  • NOTE: It is recommended to visually inspect foot pedals and tighten bolts every (2) two months and replace pedal shaft every three years.
• 19. Attach side handrails with (3) three hex head bolts 4 1/4” long and (3) three 3/8” lock nuts.
• 20. Insert 3” long spacer and FULLY TIGHTEN ALL three bolts and nuts.
• 21. Install “quick release” handgrips by depressing pin with thumb and insert into top portion of unit.
• 22. Power supply, plug the transformer into the back of the post and wall socket.

Plastic Bolt / Nut Cap Covers

• Included are 16 plastic Bolt / Nut cap covers.
• These cap covers will help reduce corrosion from extra moisture caused by sweating.
• Locate bolts and nuts. Firmly press caps on.

MAINTENANCE INTRUCTIONS

There are rollers and slide bearings made from high pressure application moly- disul delled nylon on each oscillating bar. The roller bearings are held on with 3/8” shafts and press-on grip rings. The slide bearings are held in place with two 3/8” pins. The slide bearings have lubrication points. This bearing material is expected to be maintenance-free for years. The bearings are lightly lubricated at the factory and the wear life and smooth operation of the machine can be assured by lubricating every two months or sooner if required. Lubricate with any good quality synthetic lubricant we recommend:

Planet Safe Lubricant | www.planetsafelubricant.com

First, wipe any excess oil, lint, dirt, etc. from all internal accessible surfaces of the retangular tubing. Move the bars up and down to allow access to clean the two foot pedal slots and the two hand grip slots. Use paint thinner to remove any oil and lint residue. When clean, wipe or spray on all 4 internal surfaces of the retangular tubing.

DAILY:

• Wipe down the main post, base and side rails with a rag and non-solvent, non-ammonia cleaning solution.

WEEKLY:

• Hand check quick-release handle bushings, which the handles lock into on both sides to make sure they are tight.

MONTHLY:

• Inspect and check the bottom chain tightness.
• For questions regarding this adjustment procedure please contact our service department. 800.237.2271 x226 or email: support@versaclimber.com

WARNING NOTICE

• In order to maintain highest safety level of equipment, a regular examination is required for damage and wear.
• This requires a visual inspection of connectors, cables, chains, sprockets, pedals, handles etc. on a regular basis.

WARNING NOTICE

IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN HIGHEST LEVEL OF EQUIPMENT, A REGULAR EXAMINATION IS REQUIRED FOR DAMAGE AND WEAR. THIS REQUIRES A VISUAL INSPECTION OF CONNECTORS, CABLES, CHAINS, SPROCKETS, FOOT PEDALS, HANDLES ETC. ON A REGULAR BASIS.

NOTICE

• REPLACE DEFECTIVE COMPONENTS IMMEDIATELY AND/OR KEEP EQUIPMENT OUT OF USE UNITL REPAIR IS MADE.

CONTRAL LATERAL

CONTRA LATERAL MOVEMENT PATTERN or “RUNNING MOTION”

The SM-M VersaClimber comes with contra lateral movement pattern. This beneficial “running motion” or “primal movement” provides a unique alternative to the standard “climb pattern”.
A running motion is produced as the arm and leg approach each other on one side of body while the opposite arm and leg seperate on the other side.

NOTE:

TO MAINTAIN TRAUMA FREE MOTION, IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES “BOTTOM OUT” AT THE END OF EACH STROKE. ALSO, DO NOT HIT THE STEP HEIGHT LIMITERS WHEN THEY ARE IN USE.

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 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….015-06-00 MR
• Tach Assembly, V765 (Bracket, PCB Assy, Cable) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….015-12-000
• Encoder Disc ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 013-01-004
• Rotory Encoder ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………185-22-000
• Key Pad …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….015-05-002AB
• Tach Cable ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..015-15-000
• Power Supply …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………60155

MOVING PARTS

• Foot Pedal Assembly ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..101-04-000A
• Foot Pedal Straps ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………008-04-000AB
• Foot Pedal Connector, (Aluminum Triangle) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………008-00-007A
• Quick Change Handle (1) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..101-06-000
• Quick Change Running Handle (1) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..101-03-000
• Handle Grip Only ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 30009
• Top Chain ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….038-00-000M
• Bottom Chain ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………037-00-000
• Bar Assy, Top ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..185-09-000
• Bar Assy, Bottom …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………148-02-000
• Slides …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….003-00-009
• Rollers ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………003-00-005
• Bottom Sprocket / Tension Assy ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 185-10-000
• Arm Extender Bar Assembly ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………182-02-000
• Bushing, Handle …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..101-00-010

MAGNETIC RESISTANCE

• Magnetic Assembly …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….185-01-000

STRUCTURAL

• Base Assembly, (All parts) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..182-03-000
• Brace ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………182-00-008
• Bumper Stopper …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………101-00-008
• Post Assembly, SM …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….185-07-000
• Back Base Support ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..182-03-001
• Front Base Support …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….182-03-002
• Rail Right Side …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….182-00-005
• Rail Left Side ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….182-00-006
• Rail End Cap …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………30081
• Rail Foam (32”) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….60046
• Planet Safe Lubricant (16oz) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………31112
• Planet Safe Grease (0.25oz) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..31114

LIMITED WARRANTY

VERSACLIMBER LIMITED WARRANTY

• Please visit: https://versaclimber.com/warranty/

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 input from users.

Contact

VersaClimber USA

• 1411 E. Wilshire Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92705
• 1.800.237.2271
• ph: 714.850.9716
• fx: 714. 755.5749

References

• Warranty – Versaclimber

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