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MODEL EC-35OO
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EC-35OO
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ANATOMY OF THE EC-3500
Control Panel
Main Body
A Display screen
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Main Unit
12 Rear Support Pipe
G
A
13 Seat Height Lock Knob
Control Panel Cover
Control Panel
B Mode
(Loosen when adjusting seat height.)
(Indicates what each figure stands for.)
14 Rear Leg
C Advance Button
Pulse Sensor Jack
(Makes the program proceed to the subsequent stage.)
15 Level Adjuster
Workload Shift Lever
(Changes workload level.)
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
(For better stability of the unit.)
D Mode Button
(Selects data to input or display.)
PULSE
16 Seat Pipe
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9
Cable Hooks
(Holds pulse sensor cable.)
PULSE
E Set Button
17 Cable Holder
(Modifies figures to input.)
(Holds pulse sensor cable.)
CADENCE
SPEED
Joint
F Target Pulse On/Off Button
18 Inner Pipe
19 Front Leg
(Connects main body with rear frame.)
B
G Loading Level
TIME
Seat Lock Pin
(Pull when adjusting seat position.)
DISTANCE
(Indicates grade of work load.)
20 Caster
(For easy transportation of the unit.)
Handlebar
WORK RATE
CALORIE
21 Pedal
10 Seat
22 Crank
11 Sensor Clip
(Holds sensor when not in use.)
23 Pulse Sensor
24 Cable Clip
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3
4
5
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24
TARGET
PULSE
ON/OFF
SET
MODE
ADVANCE
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
FOR SAFE OPERATION
Make sure all components are included in the package.
Introduction
If anything is missing, please contact your dealer.
Thank you very much for your purchase of Cateye Er-
gociser Model EC-3500. The model EC-3500 is a recum-
bent type exerciser with a built-in computer designed to
allow aerobic exercise conveniently for the purpose of ad-
vancing your cardiovascular system, and maintaining and
improving physical endurance.
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Introduction
Package 1
Package 2
1. Main Unit
14. Seat
2. Seat Pipe, Inner Pipe
3. Rear Support Pipe
4. Front and Rear Legs
5. Pedals (L,R)
6. Handlebar
7. Pulse Sensor
Anatomy of the EC-3500
Let's assemble
You can do aerobic exercise effectively when your pulse
rate meets constantly a target pulse rate that is decided un-
der your age, physical strength and purpose.
Reclining posture can be changed by adjusting the height
of seat. Have a ride in an appropriate posture according to
your purpose that may vary from rehabilitation to intense
training.
8. Sensor Clip
9. Cable holders
10. Mounting screws (4 large, 4 small)
11. Batteries (AAx4)
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12. Spanner Wrench, Hexagon Wrenches (2)
13. Operating Instructions/Warranty Registration Card
Read this manual carefully to achieve maximum fitness
from your EC-3500 and keep it handy.
Control unit adjustment
Let's have a ride
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For Safe Operation
For your safety, always observe the following.
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1. Before using the EC-3500, it is important to consult a
medical specialist if you are suffering from any of the
following: heart disease (angina pectoris, myocardial in-
fraction), hypertension, diabetes, respiratory disease
(asthma, chronic bronchitis, pulmonary emphysema,
etc.), articular metamorphosis, rheumatism, gout, or any
other diseases and physical complaints.
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Let's learn operation of buttons & workload shift lever
Let's input your data
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2. If you are not used to regular physical activities, it may
be dangerous to suddenly start strenuous exercise. Try to
increase your exercise level gradually and always avoid
careless exercise.
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3. If you feel sick or sense something is wrong with your
body during exercise, immediately stop exercising.
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Let's start to exercise
4. If you are pregnant or physically weak due to any dis-
ease, you should always consult a medical specialist
prior to doing exercise with the EC-3500.
Warning:
Purpose of exercise/Exercise program/Fitness terms
Maintenance/Trouble shooting/Specifications
Limited warranty
This equipment has been certified to comply with the
limits for a Class B computing device, pursuant to Sub-
part J of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Only peripherals (com-
puter input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.)
certified to comply with the Class B limits may be at-
tached to this computer. Operation with non-certified
peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio
and TV reception.
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LET'S ASSEMBLE
Assemble the main unit under the following process.
1. Mounting Front Leg
6. Mounting Pedals
5. Connecting Inner Pipe
• Remove the leg plate from the main unit.
• Attach the pedals to cranks using the spanner wrench
• Remove the 3 screws from the end of the inner pipe.
#15.
• Place the front leg (with casters) under the main unit as
shown in Fig. 1 and fasten screws securely with the hexa-
gon wrench making sure nuts locate at the bottom of the
leg.
• Insert the inner pipe into the joint metal of the main unit
and fasten it securely with the 3 screws.
• Be sure to install the pedal (R) on the right crank and (L)
on the left crank to avoid cross threading.
Fig. 5
joint metal
screws
inner pipe
Fig. 6
(L)
(R)
hexagon
wrench
spanner
wrench
#15
FRONT
front leg
nuts
Fig. 1
(with casters)
7. Setting Distance Scale
• Remove the control panel cover by loosening the screws
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2. Mounting Rear Leg
as shown in Fig. 7.
Place the rear leg (with level adjuster) under the rear sup-
port pipe as shown in Fig. 2 and fasten screws securely
with the hexagon wrench making sure nuts locate at the
bottom of the leg.
• Remove the control unit and pull out the battery case as
shown in Fig. 8.
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• Turn over the control unit and switch to "KM" or "MILE"
to set your desired distance scale.
Fig. 2
Fig. 7
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control
panel cover
battery case
Fig. 8
rear leg
(with level adjuster)
PUSH-OPEN
nuts
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8. Loading (Replacing) Battery
3. Mounting Seat and Handlebar
Mount the seat to the seat pipe using the large screws and
the handlebar using the small ones.
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• Load batteries (AA sizex4) in the battery case, making
sure the polarity + or – is right as shown in Fig. 9. Insert
the case into the control unit.
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• Replace the control unit in position. Fit the panel cover
and tighten the screw. (Fig. 7)
spring washer
flat washer
large screws
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4. Assembling Rear Frame
• Loosen and remove the seat height lock knob.
•
Press the set buttons
simultaneously, and keeping these buttons held down
press the advance button to clear all readings. (Fig. 10)
and the mode button (
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small screws
spring washer
• Insert the rear support pipe into the socket of seat pipe.
Select any height and tighten the knob.
• All LCD segments appear for about 2 seconds and then
disappear. (refer to "Special functions of buttons" in page
10.)
flat washer
seat height
lock knob
TARGET
PULSE
ON/OFF
SET
MODE
ADVANCE
rear support pipe
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Fig. 3
handlebar
Fig. 4
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
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ADJUSTMENT
Make each adjustment under the following process.
Ideal exercise posture
• Adjust the seat position as illustrated. Find the position
where your knee is slightly bent when the pedal is at the
farthest position.
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• When moving the
main unit, lift the rear
frame holding by the
seat height lock knob,
and roll the casters.
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cable holders
seat height
lock knob
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casters
1. Level Adjustment
2. Adjusting Seat Position
3. Adjusting Seat Height
5. Mounting Pulse Sensor
• Turn the level adjuster on the rear leg so that the unit is
placed stably.
The seat position can be adjusted while pulling up the seat
lock pin. When desired seat position is obtained, release
the lock pin free and move the seat slightly and the lock pin
will click into the nearest hole by spring pressure. Holes
are provided at an interval of 3 cm(1-3/16").
• The seat height can be adjusted at your choice.
• Insert the pulse sensor plug into the pulse sensor jack at
the side of the control panel.
• The higher the seat, the less intense the exercise or vice
versa.
• When the indication line on the level adjuster is at the
top, the rear leg is at the same level as the caster of the
front leg.
• Attach the cable holders at the main frame and the seat
pipe. (Upper figure on page 6)
• Loosen and remove the seat height lock knob, supporting
the seat pipe with the other hand.
• Insert the sensor cable through the cable hooks and cable
holders. Hold the cable in position by attaching the sen-
sor clip at the bend of the handlebar. (Fig. 4)
Note: When sliding the seat, take care not to break the
• Move up or down the seat pipe to the desired height and
screw-in the seat height lock knob. While tightening the
knob lift the seat pipe slightly for easier screwing. Holes
are provided at an interval of 3 cm(1-3/16").
pulse sensor cable.
• Allow enough slack in cable under the seat pipe for seat
adjustment.
PULL
• Attach the cable clip to your clothes during exercise to
avoid excessive swinging of the sensor cable.
lock pin
seat height
lock knob
• Attach the pulse sensor on the sensor clip when not in
use.
3 cm(1-3/16")
pulse sensor jack
Fig. 4
indication line
level adjuster
Fig. 1
pulse sensor plug
pulse sensor
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
4. Adjusting Pedal Belts
It is possible to adjust the pedal belt length according to
your shoes size.
cable hooks
sensor clip
cable holders
cable clip
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LET'S HAVE A RIDE
Try a ride so that you can familiarize yourself with the unit.
Attach Pulse Sensor
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
LOADING
LEVEL
LOADING
LEVEL
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
MODE
MODE
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
PULSE
PULSE
PULSE
PULSE
PULSE
PULSE
PULSE
PULSE
PULSE
PULSE
PLL
TPL
Press Button
CADENCE
SPEED
CADENCE
SPEED
CADENC
SPEED
CADENCE
SPEED
rpm
CADENCE
SPEED
mile/h
mile
min
sec
TIME
DISTANCE
min
sec
TIME
DISTANCE
TIME
DISTANC
TIME
DISTANCE
TIME
DISTANCE
WORK RATE
CALORIE
WORK RATE
CALORIE
WORK RA
CALORI
WORK RATE
CALORIE
WORK RATE
CALORIE
AGE
Make sure Initial Display
appears
watt
kcal
Press Button
Begin Exercise
TARGET
PULSE
ON/OFF
TARGET
PULSE
ON/OFF
TARGET
PULSE
ON/OFF
TARGET
PULSE
ON/OFF
TARGET
PULSE
ON/OFF
SET
MODE
ADVANCE
SET
MODE
ADVANCE
SET
MODE
ADVANCE
SET
MODE
ADVANCE
SET
MODE
ADVANCE
No-Display Screen
Initial Display Screen
In-Exercise Display (B)
Screen
No-Display Screen
In-Exercise Display (A)
Screen
Press Button
Make sure In-Exercise
Display(A) and (B) appear
In the "No-Display" state, this "Ini-
tial Display" appears with a press of
The In-Exercise Display (A) and (B)
are alternative. With a press of the
When power is off, no display ap-
pears on the screen. In this state, the
battery consumes minimal power.
When the unit is not in use, turn off
to "No-Display" state.
After the "Initial Display" state, this
"In-Exercise Display (A)" appears
with a press of the advance button
the Advance button
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mode button
, they alternate.
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Operate Workload Shift
Lever/ Make sure Pedal
Resistance changes
• Preset Initial Display (from top)
• In-Exercise Display (B) Screen
(from top)
• Exercise Display (A) Screen
(from top)
• Upper-Limit Pulse Rate
160 bpm (beats per minute)
• If input signal is not entered into
the control unit in 10 minutes, the
unit is automatically turned off to
"No-Display" state.
• Current pulse Rate
(bpm)
• Current Pulse Rate
(bpm)
• Target Pulse Rate
120 bpm (beats per minute)
• Simulated Current Speed
(mile/h or km/h)
• Pedal Cadence
(rpm-revolutions per minute)
Finish Exercise when Buzzer
beeps to signal the end.
Press Button
• Target Exercise Time
15 minutes
• Simulated Trip Distance
(mile or km)
• Countdown Timer
(minute:second)
• Age
• Calorie Consumption
(kcal)
If you press the Advance button
when the screen is in this state, it turns
to the "No-Display" state.
40 years old
• Work Rate
(watt)
Before starting exercise, input your
age, target exercise time and target
pulse rate, in accordance with your
purpose.
If you press the advance button
when the screen is in this state, it turns
to the "No-Display" state.
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LET'S LEARN OPERATION OF BUTTONS &
WORKLOAD SHIFT LEVER
To make the most of the functions of the unit.
1. Functions of the buttons
2. Workload Shift Lever and Work Rate
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•Advance Button ( )
• Advance Button ( )
Work rate (watt) is determined by the position of the workload shift
lever, and your pedal cadence. (Fig. 4). To get the desired work rate
during exercise, first adjust it roughly by the workload shift lever,
then precisely by changing your pedal cadence. The workload can be
shifted to 8 positions, 1 is the easiest and 8 is the heaviest. Each posi-
tion of the workload shift lever is identified by the mark displayed
on the screen. The following table shows work rate (watt) correspond-
ing to each workload shift lever position, and the pedal cadence.
It makes the program proceed. Each time you press this button, the display
advances in the order as Fig. 1.
NO-DISPLAY
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4
• Mode Button ( )
It is used in two ways.
INITIAL DISPLAY
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a) In the "Initial Display", each press of this button advances the mode
IN-EXERCISE DISPLAY A/B
Fig. 1
Fig. 4
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and the figure to be modified blinks in the order as Fig. 2.
• Before starting exercise, set the workload shift
lever to the following standard level in accor-
dance with your age and sex.
b) In the "In-Exercise Display", each press of this button converts the
Work Rate (watt)
screen alternately as Fig. 3.
•Mode Button ( )
Pedal Cadence
Shifting Position
50
60
70
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80 100 120
50 65 85
• Set Buttons (SET)
In the "Initial Display", each button serves to change the blinking numeri-
cal value in each selected mode.
AGE
Age
Male
Female
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
25
50
33
65
20~30's
40~50's
Over 60
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2
1
2
1
1
85 105 140 195
TARGET EXERCISE TIME
TARGET PULSE RATE
Button.... Each press increases the numerical value by 1, and when
75 100 130 155 215 265
100 135 170 210 285 355
125 165 215 260 350 440
150 200 255 310 420 520
175 235 295 355 480 595
200 265 335 405 545 680
held down, it increases rapidly.
Button.... Each press decreases the numerical value by 1, and when
held down it decreases rapidly.
UPPER-LIMIT PULSE RATE
Fig. 2
• Target Pulse On/Off Button ( )
Each time you press this button, the mark is switched on or off. When
the mark is lit up on the screen, the buzzer warns you if your pulse rate is
out of the target pulse rate by more than ±5 bpm . When the mark is not lit
up on the screen, the buzzer doesn't function and you can exercise freely
unconcerned with the target pulse rate zone.
3. Pulse Sensor Handling
• Attach the pulse sensor to either earlobe, right or left. Clip it firmly
to the center of the earlobe. Be sure to remove any earring or the like
from your earlobe. (Fig. 5)
IN-EXERCISE DISPLAY (A)
IN-EXERCISE DISPLAY (B)
Fig. 3
[Beeping Sound Pattern]
0
1
2
(sec)
2kHz
1kHz
• When it is cold, rub your earlobe before attaching the pulse sensor,
to facilitate the blood circulation.
Fig. 5
Over (the target pulse rate +5)
Under (the target pulse rate –5)
• Try not to change the position of the earlobe sensor during exercise.
(The buzzer doesn't function unless your pulse rate once reaches the target
pulse rate.)
Screen Display
• If the error mark
lights up frequently, remove the pulse sensor
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2
3
Workload Shift Position Mark
Indicates the position of the workload shift lever
and attach it again correctly.
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2
Special functions of buttons
Pulse Sensor "OK" Mark
Indicates that the pulse sensor functions properly.
• If the pulse sensor is pulled excessively, the cable can be damaged or
short-circuited. Treat the pulse sensor with care.
• "All Clear" Function
When new batteries are loaded, or when abnormal signal is received due to
electrostatic trouble, etc., the screen may show abnormal displays. In such
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"Error" Mark
• When the pulse sensor is not in use, always clip it to the sensor clip.
Hold the pulse sensor cable with the cable clip, adjusting the slack of
the pulse sensor cable.
Appears when the pulse rate jumps up or down
abnormally, or when the pulse sensor is not attached to
your earlobe properly.
PLL
a case, first hold down the set button
and the mode butM
simultaneously, then press the advance button . The screen first turns to
"No-Display" state, then it displays all the readings for 2 seconds. Finally
it returns to the "No-Display" state.
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Mode Mark
Checking the pulse sensor
1) In the "In-Exercise" state, close the pulse sensor; putting nothing in
between.
TPL
rpm
mile/h
km/h
Indicates the mode in display.
PLL--- Upper-Limit Pulse Rate
TPL--- Target Pulse Rate
AGE -- Age of the user
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• Recovery Function
If you press the advance button by mistake during exercise, making the
screen turn to "No-Display" state, press any of the other buttons, except the
advance button , within 10 seconds. The screen recalls the previous
"In-Exercise Display" state.
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The
mark lights up on the screen, and the pulse rate readings
min
sec
show "0" bpm ----- Normal
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Pulse Mark
Flickers synchronized with the pulse
mile
km
When the pulse sensor cable is pulled, the
sensor cable is about to be broken.
mark blinks ----- The
Target Pulse Rate On/Off Mark
When this mark is on, the buzzer functions to signal
when your pulse rate is out of the target pulse rate zone.
• Memory Function
The
mark doesn't light up ----- The pulse sensor cable is
In the "No-Display", if you hold down the mode button and press the
advance button , the data that was set for your last exercise can be
recalled. This function is useful when you can use the unit exclusively and
want to repeat the same exercise program.
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AGE
watt
broken.
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Unit Mark
Indicates the unit of the display figure.
kcal
2) The
mark blinks even when the pulse sensor is attached to your
earlobe. ----- The pulse sensor cable is short-circuited.
Battery Alarm Mark
Indicates that the battery power has exhausted.
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*This function becomes effective 10 seconds after the unit is turned off.
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LET'S INPUT YOUR DATA
The target pulse rate calculated from your age is the key of
effective exercise.
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
1. Press Advance Button
1) Set the seat at the position where you can take the correct exercise posture,
then adjust the seat height at your choice (Page 7).
Adjust the seat position to get correct exercise posture.
Adjusting Seat Position
PULSE
PULSE
PLL
TPL
1) Press the Advance button and make sure that the "Initial Display" is
shown on the screen. If you want to modify the "Age" and/or the "Exercise
Time", proceed to 2 and 3 in order. If no modification is needed, proceed to 5.
CADENCE
SPEED
Choose the seat height to your preference.
Adjusting Seat Height
Attaching Pulse Sensor
Press Advance button
Input your data
min
sec
TIME
DISTANCE
2) If you want to modify the "Target Pulse Rate" from the automatically preset
value, proceed to 3, then to 4.
WORK RATE
CALORIE
AGE
Attach the pulse sensor to your earlobe firmly.
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
2. Input Your Age
PULSE
PULSE
1) Press the mode button , and the numerical value "40" at the bottom flick-
ers, which is the preset standard age.
PLL
TPL
Press the advance button
to turn on the Initial Display.
2) Input your age, using the set button or .
CADENCE
SPEED
* Each time the age is modified, the upper-limit pulse rate (PLL) and the target
pulse rate are automatically set, based on "200 - age" and "160 - age" respec-
tively.
min
sec
TIME
DISTANCE
Input your age and target exercise time, and if necessary mod-
ify the target pulse rate.
WORK RATE
CALORIE
AGE
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
3. Input Target Exercise Time
PULSE
PULSE
1) Press the mode button , to make the numerical value "15:00" in the third
line flicker, which is the preset standard exercise time.
PLL
TPL
2) Input the desired exercise time, using the set button or .
CADENCE
SPEED
min
sec
TIME
DISTANCE
For a person who has built up enough physical strength:
WORK RATE
CALORIE
AGE
The target pulse rate more than [your upper-limit pulse rate -
10] cannot be input. If you wish to have a higher target pulse
rate, modify the upper-limit pulse rate upward, then input the
desired target pulse rate. The target pulse rate can be input up
to 189 bpm.
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
4. Input Target Pulse Rate
1) Press the mode button to make the numerical value "120" in the second
line flicker, which is the preset standard target pulse rate.
PULSE
PULSE
PLL
TPL
• How to modify the upper-limit pulse rate
1) Press the mode button until the upper-limit pulse rate
(value in the top line) flickers.
2) Input the desired target pulse rate, using the set button or
.
CADENCE
SPEED
2) Input the desired upper-limit pulse rate using the set button
or .
min
sec
TIME
DISTANCE
• In general, modification of the upper-limit pulse rate is not
always recommended because the target pulse rate that is
based on [180 - age] would be adequate for effective exer-
cise.
WORK RATE
CALORIE
AGE
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LET'S START THE EXERCISE
Continuing exercise with the EC-3500 will make you fit.
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
5. Adjust Workload Level
Set the workload shift lever at the following suggested position, in accordance
with your age and sex.
Set the workload shift lever at an appropriate position, in ac-
cordance with your age and sex.
Adjust Workload Level
PULSE
PULSE
PLL
TPL
Age
Male
Female
CADENCE
SPEED
20~30's
40~50's
Over 60
3
2
1
2
1
1
Press Advance Button
(Start of Exercise)
Upon pressing the advance button
, start pedaling.
min
sec
TIME
DISTANCE
WORK RATE
CALORIE
Press Mode Button, and make
sure In-Exercise Display (A)
and (B) appear alternately.
AGE
You can read various data by pressing the mode button
.
6. Start Exercising
1) After setting the data, press the advance button and start pedaling. The
timer starts to countdown, so the remaining time is shown.
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
When you have reached the target exercise time, the buzzer sig-
nals the end. (After the timer has reached the target exercise
time, it starts to count-up.)
PULSE
PULSE
Finish Exercise when Buzzer
beeps to signal the end.
2) Keep pedaling in the range of 50~70 rpm, increasing the workload level by
one point per minute, so that your pulse rate comes close to the target pulse
rate smoothly.
CADENCE
SPEED
rpm
Press the mode button
Press the advance button
state.
to check the data, and record them.
to turn off the screen to No-Display
3) After your pulse rate once reaches the target pulse rate, the buzzer will beep if
your pulse rate is out of the target pulse rate zone (the target pulse rate ±5). In
such a case, adjust your pedal cadence upward or downward by 5 rpm so that
your pulse rate can stay within the target pulse rate zone.
min
sec
TIME
DISTANCE
Check your data
WORK RATE
CALORIE
watt
* In case you cannot get back to the target pulse rate zone by only changing the
pedal cadence, adjust the workload shift lever to change the workload level
upward or downward by one point.
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
PULSE
PULSE
7. Alternate Display
With a press of the mode button , the In-Exercise Display (A) and the In-
Exercise Display (B) can alternate each other during exercise. You can watch
different data while you exercise.
CADENCE
SPEED
mile/h
mile
TIME
DISTANCE
WORK RATE
CALORIE
kcal
LOADING
LEVEL
MODE
8. Finish Exercise
1) When the buzzer beeps to signal the end of the target exercise time, finish
exercise. Recall the In-Exercise Display (B) screen, by pressing the mode
button .
WARNING
PULSE
PULSE
If the buzzer beeps to signal that your pulse rate has exceeded the upper-limit
pulse rate, stop exercising immediately.
CADENCE
SPEED
Beeping sound pattern
When the upper-limit pulse rate
has been overpassed
0
1
2(sec.)
2) Check the consumed calories (kcal) and the simulated trip distance (mile or
km). Press the advance button to turn off the screen to the "No-Display"
state.
mile/h
mile
TIME
DISTANCE
Over (+) 5 bpm
Under (-) 5 bpm
Target pulse rate
* You may continue exercise even after the buzzer beeps to signal the end, if
you have not reached to your target of consumed calories. After counting
down to the preset target exercise time, the timer starts counting up.
When the target exercise time has elapsed
WORK RATE
CALORIE
kcal
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PURPOSE OF EXERCISE/EXERCISE PROGRAM/FITNESS TERMS
To maximize the benefit of your exercise.
PULSE RATE (bpm)
TARGET PULSE RATE CHART
1. Purpose of Exercise
2. Exercise Program
200
180
160
140
120
100
Do you often get out of your breath when you go up stairs
or walk fast? This is because your ability to take oxygen
into your body is getting weak. Such ability is evaluated
by a value called MOU (Maximum Oxygen Uptake),
which represents the maximum amount of oxygen taken
into your body per 1 kg of body-weight in a minute (ml/
kg.min.). The MOU value can be used as a scale of your
physical endurance.
Aerobic exercise will be more effective when it is contin-
ued at a certain pulse rate, which is determined based on
your age and physical strength. This is called "Target
Pulse Rate".
•How to decide your target pulse rate
When you input your age, the EC-3500 automatically sets
your target pulse rate at [160 - age]. This target pulse rate
corresponds to 50-60 % of the exercise level for the twen-
ties, 40-50 % for the sixties. (Refer to "Exercise Level" on
page 17.) The older you are, at the less intense level your
target pulse rate is set because of such programming of the
EC-3500. The exercise level automatically set by this unit
could be too hard even for a young person, if he is a begin-
ner. If you feel it too hard, you may decrease the target
pulse rate by 10 bpm from the original level. If you feel
too easy, you may increase it by 10 bpm so that you can
continue exercise in the appropriate target zone as illus-
trated. If you can continue your exercise at the target pulse
rate of [180 - age], your exercise can be considered as ef-
fective enough. Upgrade your exercise gradually so that
you can reach the suggested final target of [190 - age].
The average MOU value is 40-50 ml/kg.min. for men in
their twenties, and 30-40 ml/kg.min. for women of the
same age. In general, the MOU value becomes less as you
get older, and the more you lack proper exercise, the faster
it decreases. It is said the MOU value less than 22 ml/
kg.min. may result in illness of cardiovascular system,
and in restriction of your daily life.
TARGET ZONE
Continued aerobic exercise several times per week main-
tains and improves your MOU value, activating oxygen
supply to your cardiovascular system. With the EC-3500,
you can perform aerobic exercise effectively and effi-
ciently.
(AGE)
70
20
30
40
50
60
3. Fitness Terms
• Maximum Heart Rate
•Exercise Time for Each Session
calculated by standard formulas such as [220 - age] or
[204 - 0.69 x age]. In the EC-3500, it is calculated as [200
- age] and called the upper-limit pulse rate (PLL), which is
lower than the standard formula of the maximum pulse
rate and gives you a safer upper-limit pulse rate. When
your pulse rate exceeds the preset upper-limit pulse rate, a
buzzer beeps to warn you. You can adjust the upper-limit
pulse rate according to your physical condition.
A minimum of 30 minutes exercise is necessary for each
session of exercise. A 5 minute warm up period, and 20
minutes of exercise time, with a 5 minute cool down pe-
riod, is suggested as a standard exercise. For weight re-
ducing exercise, over 30 minutes exercise time at the low
level of the target pulse rate is recommended with a 5
minute cool down.
When you exercise, your heart rate continues to increase
as the exercise level becomes more intense, but there is a
certain limit. This limit is called the maximum heart rate.
The maximum heart rate decreases as you become older.
The decrement ratio in the maximum heart rate differs in-
dividually, depending on whether one is physically well
trained or not. In general, the maximum heart rate de-
creases yearly by 0.6-1.0 beats per minute.
• Target Pulse Rate (TPL)
•How many days a week for exercise
A pulse rate to be maintained during the exercise is called
the target pulse rate (TPL). When your pulse rate is more
than 5 bpm over or under the target pulse rate which you
set before the exercise, a buzzer beeps to signal you.
Minimum two exercise days a week is required just to
maintain your present fitness level. With 3-4 exercise
days you can expect improvement. Always consult with
your doctor before proceeding with any exercise program.
The heart rate is the number of heart beats per minute mea-
sured by a cardiometer. However, we can measure the
pulse by touching the arteries near the skin, such as carotid
arteries; which is called the pulse rate.
• Exercise Level
At the earlobe, blood flow fluctuates with each beat of the
heart, and the optical permeability through the earlobe
changes every time the heart beats. The EC-3500 meas-
ures the pulse rate with the sensor, amplifying the changes
of optical permeability. An earlobe is a suitable part for
sensing the pulse rate during the physical exercise since its
muscular movement during exercise is very little and
doesn't affect the pulse rate detection.
*Caution:
Since the pulse rate gets higher according to the intensity
of exercise, the exercise level can be indicated by how
high your pulse rate is compared with your pulse rate at
rest. It is shown by percentage as follows:
Concentrated and repeated exercise in a day may produce
an adverse result.
Pulse Rate in exercise - Pulse Rate at rest
Exercise Level (%) =
Maximum Heart Rate - Pulse Rate at rest
x 100
Therefore, the target pulse rate for a certain exercise level
can be obtained through the following formula:
The heart rate and the pulse rate differ from each other in
principle and method, but their value per minute is equal,
and therefore both can be interpreted as synonymous.
Target Pulse rate = (Maximum Heart Rate - Pulse Rate at rest)
Exercise Level (%)
• Upper-Limit Pulse Rate (PLL)
The maximum pulse rate is related with the age, and is
x
＋Pulse Rate at rest
100
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MAINTENANCE/TROUBLE
SHOOTING/SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM
SPECIFICATIONS
1. Caution on Handling
For longer use, observe the following precautions.
Load
Eddy current system utilizing permanent magnet
Load Range
Manual Adjustment
Cadence
1~8 level
• Don't disassemble the main unit or the control unit. Consult the dealer you
purchased the unit from, in case of trouble.
50~120 rpm
25~680 watts
Load Range
• Avoid using this unit where it may be splashed with water or there is a high
temperature or humidity.
Acceleration
2-step chain drive incorporating timing belt
4-bit micro-computer
Control System
Display Function
• When the unit is not in use, be sure to turn the power off.
Function
Pulse Rate
Cadence
Range
Accuracy
• Don't wipe the unit with organic solvents such as thinner, kerosene, gasoline
or alcohol. Wipe it clean with a cloth with neutral cleanser, and wipe with a
dry cloth.
50 ~ 220 bpm
20 ~ 240 rpm
± 1 bpm (stable state)
± 1 rpm
• Wipe off the sweat drops on the main unit and control unit, after use.
• Don't leave the unit in the direct sun light.
Exercise Time
Work Rate
Speed
00 min. 00 sec. ~ 99 min. 59 sec. ± 0.003 %
0 ~ 999 watts
± 5 watts (at 50 watts)
0 ~ 99 miles/h (km/h)
0.00 ~ 99.99 miles (km)
0 ~ 999 kcal
Simulated value
Simulated value
Estimated value
Distance
Calorie
2. Trouble Shooting
Alarm Function
Target Pulse Rate Alarm
Trouble
Check Item
Suggested Remedy
Signals if the pulse rate deviates by ±5 bpm from target pulse rate
Upper-limit Pulse Rate Alarm
Press the advance button
No display appears or
abnormal display
appears on the control
panel.
If still no display
appears, the batteries
are dead. Replace all
four batteries. [Page 5-
8 ]
and check if the display appears
or not. Proceed "All-clear
Process", and press the advance
Signals when pulse rate exceeds preset upper-limit pulse rate
Exercise Time Alarm
button
and check if the
Signals when preset target exercise time is reached
AA (R6) x 4 (Battery life: Approx. 200 hours by alkaline battery)
display appears or not. [Page 5-8
(Fig. 10)]
Power Supply
User's Weight Limit 286 lbs (130 kg)
Measurement Overall Length: 75-3/16 inches max. (1910 mm)
A
b u z z e r b e e p s
Check if your upper-limit pulse
rate (PLL) has been set correctly.
[Page 13-2]
I n p u t y o u r a g e
correctly. The upper-
limit pulse rate is set
based on [200 - age].
continuously.
Unit Hight: 14-31/32 inches max. (847 mm)
Width: 22-1/16 inches (560 mm)
Seat to Crank Axle Distance: 14-31/32 ~ 26-25/32 inches (380 mm ~ 680 mm)
Seat Hight: 11-11/32 ~ 19-3/32 inches (288 mm ~ 485 mm)
Crank Axle: 17-1/8 inches max. (435 mm) from floor
Net Weight: 73 lbs. approx. (33 kgs)
Check if the distance scale unit
was set correctly according to
instructions. [Page 5-7]
Follow instructions on
page 5-7,8 to set the
desired distance unit.
"Distance Scale Unit"
display is wrong.
Weight
The pulse rate reading
is not displayed.
Check if the sensor plug is
inserted properly. [Page 7-5]
Insert the sensor plug
properly, and attach the
pulse sensor correctly.
*Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Pat. & Design Pat. Pending
Check if the pulse sensor is
correctly attached to your
earlobe. [Page 11]
In case of damage on
the pulse sensor,
replace it with a new
one.
Check if the plug or the cable of
the pulse sensor is damaged.
[Page 11]
The target pulse rate
alarm does not beep.
Has your pulse rate once reached
the target pulse rate? [Page 10]
The target pulse rate
alarm is activated only
after your pulse rate
reaches the target.
Copyright© 1991
Cateye Co., Ltd.
Printed in Japan
ECME35-910925
Press the Target Pulse
Is the Target Pulse On/Off mark
On/Off button
to
lit on the screen? [Page 10]
turn on the mark.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
CAT EYE & IMPORTER LIMITED WARRANTY
Cat Eye Co., Ltd. and Importer warrant that the CATEYE ERGOCISER™
model EC-3500 is free from manufacturing defects in workmanship and materi-
als and will repair or replace defective parts or equipment in the product for the
period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, excluding the batteries and the
pulse sensor, in accordance with conditions set forth below:
1. This warranty applies to the product only while the product (1) remains in the
possession of the original purchaser and (2) has not been subject to accident,
misuse, abuse, improper service, or non-Cat Eye modification.
2. This warranty does not cover damage or equipment failure caused by wiring
not in compliance with electrical codes, failure to provide reasonable and nec-
essary maintenance, damage caused by an improper battery, or incorrect bat-
tery installation.
3. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRAN-
TIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS), AND OF ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON
THE PART OF CAT EYE & IMPORTER. We neither assume nor authorize
any person to assume for us any other obligation or liability in connection with
the sale of this product. Under no circumstances shall Cat Eye or Importer be
liable by virtue of this warranty or otherwise for damage to any person or
property whatsoever for any special, indirect, secondary, or consequential
damage of any nature however arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this
product.
[TO: U. S. CUSTOMER]
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
1) Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-
quential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
2) Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above limitation may not apply to you.
4. Service under this warranty may be obtained by (1) obtaining a RETURN AU-
THORIZATION FORM from your local dealer, (2) completing a RETURN
AUTHORIZATION FORM, and (3) shipping the defective part(s) or equip-
ment, accompanied by the RETURN AUTHORIZATION FORM and the
original copy of purchase receipt, prepaid to Importer.
5. For your protection, please complete the CATEYE ERGOCISER Warranty
Registration and mail it to Importer at the time of purchase.
PROCEDURES FOR RETURN
Contact your local dealer for a RETURN AUTHORIZATION FORM. Part(s) or
equipment will not be accepted by Importer without the completed RETURN
AUTHORIZATION FORM and prepayment of any shipping charge.
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