Schwinn 170 Service Manual page 8

Condition/Problem
Resistance does not
change (machine turns on
and operates)
sleep mode) while in use
Fan will not turn on or will
Fan will not turn on, but
Console operates
Unit rocks/does not sit
level
to pedal
Things to Check
Check magnet position
(requires shroud removal)
Check Speed Sensor
(requires shroud removal)
Batteries (if equipped)
Check Console
Check data cable integrity
Check data cable
connections/orientation
Check Servo Motor
(requires shroud removal)
Check electrical (wall)
outlet
Check connection on
console
Check data cable integrity
Check data cable
connections/orientation
Reset Machine
Check magnet position
(requires shroud removal)
Check Speed Sensor
(requires shroud removal)
Check data cable integrity
Check data cable
connections/orientation
Reset machine
Check for blockage of fan
Check leveler adjustment
Check surface under unit
Check pedal to crank arm
connection
Check crank arm to axle
connection
Magnets should be in place on pulley.
Speed sensor should be aligned with magnet and connected to
data cable. Realign sensor if necessary. Replace if there is any
damage to the sensor or the connecting wire.
Replace batteries and check for proper operation.
Check for visual sign that Console is damaged. Replace Con-
sole if damaged.
All wires in cable should be intact. If any are visibly pinched or
cut, replace cable.
Be sure cable is connected securely and oriented properly.
Reseat all connections. Small latch on connector should line up
and snap into place.
If magnets move, adjust until they are within the proper range.
Replace Servo Motor if not functioning properly.
If the above steps do not resolve the problem, contact Cus-
tomer Service (if inside US/Canada) or your local distributor (if
outside US/Canada) for further assistance.
Make sure unit is plugged into a functioning wall outlet.
Connection should be secure and undamaged. Replace
adapter or connection at unit if either are damaged.
All wires in the cable should be intact. If any are cut or pinched,
replace cable.
Be sure cable is connected securely and oriented properly.
Small latch on connector should line up and snap into place.
Unplug unit from electrical outlet for 3 minutes. Reconnect to
outlet.
Magnets should be in place on pulley.
Speed sensor should be aligned with magnet and connected to
data cable. Realign sensor if necessary. Replace if there is any
damage to the sensor or the connecting wire.
All wires in cable should be intact. If any are cut or pinched,
replace cable.
Be sure cable is connected securely and oriented properly.
Small latch on connector should line up and snap into place.
Unplug unit from electrical outlet for 3 minutes. Reconnect to
outlet.
Unplug unit from electrical outlet for 5 minutes. Remove mate-
rial from fan. If necessary, detach the Console to help with
removal. Replace the Console if unable to remove blockage.
Adjust levelers until bike is level.
Adjustment may not be able to compensate for extremely un-
even surfaces. Move bike to level area.
Pedal should be tightened securely to crank. Insure connection
is not cross-threaded.
Crank should be tightened securely to axle. Be sure cranks are
connected at 180 degrees from each other.
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Solution