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OPERATION
motivated. To change directions, simply slow the pedals
down until they stop, and switch directions.
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Resistance Control
You can change the resistance level in your Schwinn
®
438
elliptical trainer at any time during your workout. Adjusting
your level will allow you to increase or decrease your
intensity level. Use the console to control the resistance.
Overview of the Schwinn
®
438 Elliptical Computer
Your Schwinn
®
438 elliptical trainer is equipped with a
versatile computer console, which includes:
• Backlit LCD
• LED and scrolling alpha-numeric prompts
• 3 speed, air-fl ow direction adjustable fan
• Magazine rack
• Four user settings
• Quick Start
• One manual program
• Ten profi le programs
• Three heart rate control programs
• Four user settings
• Eight custom user-defi ned programs (two for each of the
four user settings)
• Time trial program
• Fitness test
• Calorie goal
• BMI (Body Mass Index)
• Recovery mode
• Results mode
• Fitness summary
• Switchable English/metric capability
• Auto shut-off
This computer provides you with important information about
your workout as well as controls the resistance levels. The
following sections describe how to utilize the many functions
this computer provides. Keep this manual accessible for future
reference, as you will want to experiment with the various