Stamina Products Elliptical Trainer GX 8 User Manual

Owner's  
Manual  
WARNING  
Exercise can present a health  
risk. Consult a physician  
before beginning any exercise  
program with this equipment.  
If you feel faint or dizzy,  
immediately discontinue use  
of this equipment. Serious  
bodily injury can occur if this  
equipment is not assembled  
and used correctly. Serious  
bodily injury can also occur if  
all instructions are not  
followed. Keep others and  
pets away from equipment  
when in use. Always make  
sure all bolts and nuts are  
tightened prior to each use.  
Follow all safety instructions in  
this manual.  
When calling for parts or  
service, please specify the  
following number.  
75-2000  
Pat. Nos. 5,779,598 &  
6,063,008  
Other patents applied &  
are pending  
CAUTION:  
Weight on this product should not exceed 300 lbs.  
MADE IN TAIWAN  
This Product is Produced Exclusively by  
Product May Vary Slightly  
From Pictured.  
2040 N. Alliance, Springfield, MO 65803  
Customer Service Number  
1 (800) 375-7520  
2007, 11  
2007 Stamina Products, Inc.  
 
CALL US FIRST  
THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING THE  
Avari GX8 Elliptical Trainer  
To help you get started, we have pre-assembled most of your  
Avari GX8 Elliptical Trainer at the factory with the exception  
of those few parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.  
Simply follow the few assembly instructions set forth in this manual.  
With regular workouts you will be getting your body into shape  
and on your way to achieving a happier and healthier lifestyle.  
Should you have any questions,  
please call our Customer Service Department toll-free number,  
1 (800) 375-7520  
Monday - Thursday, 7:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Central Time.  
Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M., Central Time.  
TELEPHONE  
CUSTOMER SERVICE  
Tel: 1 (800) 375-7520  
FAX  
ONLINE  
MAIL  
CUSTOMER SERVICE  
Fax: (417) 889-8064  
CUSTOMER SERVICE  
STAMINA PRODUCTS, INC.  
ATTN: Customer Service  
P.O. Box 1071  
Springfield, MO. 65801-1071  
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
Although Stamina constructs its products with the  
finest materials and uses the highest standards of  
manufacturing and quality control, there can  
sometimes be missing parts or incorrectly sized  
parts. If you have any questions or problems with  
Thank you for choosing the Avari GX8. We take  
great pride in producing this quality product and hope  
it will provide many hours of quality exercise to make  
you feel better, look better and enjoy life to its fullest.  
Yes, it's a proven fact that a regular exercise  
program can improve your physical and mental the parts included with your Avari GX8, please do  
health. Too often, our busy lifestyles limit our time not return the product. Contact us FIRST!  
If a part is missing or defective, please call us toll  
free at 1-800-375-7520 (in the U.S.). Our Customer  
Service Staff is available to assist you from 7:30A.M.  
to 5:00 P.M. (Central Time) Monday through Thursday  
and 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. (Central Time) on Friday.  
If you would like to contact us online, go to our  
Customer Service section.  
and opportunity to exercise. The Avari GX8  
provides a convenient and simple method to begin  
your assault on getting your body in shape and  
achieving a happier and healthier lifestyle.  
Before reading further, please review the drawing  
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are  
labeled.  
Read this manual carefully before using the Avari  
GX8.  
Be sure to have the name and model number of  
the product available when you contact us.  
Battery  
ATTENTION: Use only NiMH  
(Nickel Metal Hydride) rechargeable  
Warning Label  
Computer  
batteries with this product. The  
higher voltage from other types of  
batteries may damage this  
equipment. Failure to use NiMH  
rechargeable batteries will void your  
warranty and may result in damage  
to your machine. Stamina is not  
responsible for non-compliance with  
correct battery usage.  
Pulse Sensor  
Handlebar  
Tray  
Handlebar  
Rocker Arm  
Upright  
Left Pedal Arm  
Pedal Divider  
Pedal Cap  
Warning Label  
Crank Disc  
Covers  
Nose Covers  
Roller Cover  
Right Pedal Arm  
Link  
Pedal Cap  
Main Frame  
Rear Stabilizer  
Wheel  
Socket Wrench  
THE FOLLOWING TOOLS ARE INCLUDED FOR ASSEMBLY :  
Allen Wrench (5mm)  
Allen Wrench (6mm)  
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EQUIPMENT WARNING & NOTICE LABELS  
This chart is provided to help identify the warning & notice labels on the Avari GX8. Please take a moment  
to familiarize yourself with all of the warning & notice labels.  
Labels are actual size  
W1  
WARNING LABEL(95)  
W2  
BATTERY WARNING LABEL(96)  
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HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION CHART  
This chart is provided to help identify the hardware used in the assembly process. Place the washers, the  
end of the bolts, or screws on the circles to check for the correct diameter. Use the small scale to check the  
length of the bolts and screws.  
3/16"  
1/4"  
1
5/16"  
3/8"  
1/2  
1/2"  
INCHES  
0
0
1/2  
1/2  
2
3
1/2  
4
1/2  
5
1/2  
6
in.  
mm.  
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150  
length  
MILLIMETERS  
6
8
10  
12  
NOTICE: The length of all bolts and screws except those with flat heads is  
measured from below the head to the end of the bolt or screw.  
Flat head bolts and screws are measured from the top of the  
head to the end of the bolt or screw.  
length  
After unpacking the unit, open the hardware bag and make sure that you have all the following items.  
Some hardware may be already attached to the part.  
Part No. and Description  
Qty  
53  
Clamp Washer (M6)  
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62  
63  
64  
Bolt, Button Head (M6 x 1 x 12mm)  
Bolt, Button Head (M6 x 1 x 16mm)  
Bolt, Button Head (M10 x 1.5 x 25mm)  
4
8
2
65  
Bolt, Socket Head (M6 x 1 x 12mm)  
8
70  
71  
Screw, Round Head (M5 x 0.8 x 15mm)  
Screw, Round Head (M5 x 0.8 x 35mm)  
12  
5
75  
76  
Lock Washer (M6)  
Lock Washer (M10)  
8
2
77  
78  
Washer (M6)  
Washer (M10)  
4
6
79  
84  
Nut (3/8" - 16)  
3
4
Nylock Nut (M10 x 1.5)  
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
Place all parts from the box in a cleared area and position them on the floor in front of you. Remove all  
packing materials from your area and place them back into the box. Do not dispose of the packing materials  
until assembly is completed. Read each step carefully before beginning. If you are missing a part please  
call our toll-free number for assistance 1 (800) 375-7520 or e-mail us at: [email protected]  
L
Lift from the  
Front Stabilizer  
R
Make the tab face down  
for assembly.  
STEP 1: Attach the REAR STABILIZER(2) to the MAIN FRAME(1) with BUTTON HEAD BOLTS  
(M10x1.5x25mm)(64), WASHERS(M10)(78), and LOCK WASHERS(M10)(76).  
STEP 2: Thread the NUTS(3/8"-16)(79) all the way to the bottom of the threaded rod on the STANDS(59).  
Lift the front stabilizer on the MAIN FRAME(1) and place a temporary spacer (wood block or thick book)  
under the front of the MAIN FRAME(1). Thread the three STANDS(59) into the MAIN FRAME(1). Remove  
the temporary spacer.  
NOTE: See page 12 for detailed leveling instructions to prevent rocking.  
STEP 3: Make the tab in the edge of the OVAL ENDCAPS(58) face down, then press the OVAL ENDCAPS  
(58) into both ends of the front stabilizer of the MAIN FRAME(1).  
STEP 4: Attach the PEDAL CAP(29L) to the LEFT PEDAL ARM(6) and the PEDAL CAP(29R) to the  
RIGHT PEDAL ARM( 7) with SOCKET HEAD BOLTS(M6x1x12mm)(65).  
NOTE:  
It will be easier to attach the PEDAL CAPS(29L, 29R) to the PEDAL ARMS(6, 7) by raising the  
PEDAL ARMS(6,7) and then attaching the PEDAL CAPS(29L, 29R). Please have a partner hold  
the raised pedal arm as you attach the PEDAL CAPS(29L, 29R). This way you are not lying on the  
floor trying to attach the PEDAL CAPS(29L, 29R).  
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
STEP 5  
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the BASE CONNECTION WIRE(18) and CONNECTION WIRE(19)  
when assembling the UPRIGHT(3).  
Attach the UPRIGHT(3) to the MAIN FRAME(1) with the NYLOCK NUTS(M10x1.5)(84) and WASHERS  
(M10)(78). Plug the BASE CONNECTION WIRE(18) into the CONNECTION WIRE(19).  
STEP 6  
Connect the LINKS(36) to the ROCKER ARMS(4) at both sides with D-SHAPED SHAFT(42), WASHERS  
(M6)(77), and BUTTON HEAD BOLTS(M6x1x12mm)(62).  
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