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- Page 1 Owners Manual...
- Page 2 Training with the Fluid Rower 1. As with any piece of fitness equipment, consult a physician before beginning your Fluid Rower Exercise Program. 2. Follow instructions provided in this manual for correct foot position and basic rowing techniques. 3. For detailed rowing techniques refer to our international website at www.firstdegreefitness.com CAUTION 1.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Removing/Changing Tank Water Slider Footplate How to Row? How Often? Fluid Rower Computer Using the First Degree Fitness USB Interface Detaching the Fluid Rower Belt Reattaching the Fluid Rower Belt Removing the Bungee Shock Cord Replacing the Bungee Shock Cord... -
Page 4: Fluid Rower Box Contents
Fluid Rower Box Contents... - Page 5 Item Description Item Description Main Frame 6mm Allen key Seat Rail (boxed separately) AA batteries (x2) Fluid Rower Seat Vertical Seat Rail Bolt Dampener M10x95mm Bolt Multi-tool Water Treatment Conditioner(4x M10 Washer tablets) M10 Washer Siphon M10 Dome Nut Rear Leg M10 Nylock Nut Internal Seat Rail Bracket M10 Washer...
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Page 6: Installing The Seat And Rear Leg To Seat Rail
Installing the Seat and Rear Leg to Seat Rail Seat Rail Install the Fluid Rower Seat[3] onto the Seat Rail[2] as shown, with seat inden- tation facing rearward. Fluid Rower Indentation Next, install Rear Bumpstop[22] on un- Underside of Beveled edge derside of Seat Rail using 2x M6x10mm Seat Rail bolts[25]. - Page 7 Internal Seat Rail Bracket Tip: Install front M8x15mm bolt[24] and M8 washer[26] first. Rear Leg Mount Rear Leg as shown, aligning the M8x15mm bolts[24] and M8 washers [26] up through the Rear Leg, the bottom of the Seat Rail and threading into the Internal Seat Rail Bracket as illustrated.
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Page 8: Installing The Seat Rail To Mainframe
Installing the Seat Rail to Mainframe M10x95mm Bolt[4], M10 Washer[9] and Dome Nut[7]. Align Seat Rail and Mainframe here. Insert the Seat Rail until it just slightly protrudes behind the Footplate. Shown here is the installation/alignment point for the M10x95mm Horizontal Seat Rail Bolt, M10 Washer and Dome Nut. -
Page 9: Installing The Vertical Seat Rail Tensioning Bolt
Installing the Vertical Seat Rail Tensioning Bolt Install the Vertical Seat Rail Tensioning Bolt through the Seat Rail as shown, then fit the Vertical Seat Rail bolt Damp- ener onto the bolt between the bottom of the Seat Rail and the lower frame (not shown) before securing bolt with M10 Nylock Nut and Washer Do not tighten. - Page 10 Close up view of the Vertical Seat Rail Tensioning Bolt M10 Nylock location. Tension the Vertical Seat Rail Tensioning Bolt as shown here.
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Page 11: Adjustable Resistance (Ar)Tank
Adjustable Resistance (AR) Tank The Adjustable Resistance (AR) Tank, developed and patented by First Degree Fit- ness, offers a true multi-level experience. Water is moved between the "storage" and "active" chambers of the AR Tank. Your new Rowing Ergometer can adapt at the turn of a dial to the resistance preferred by each user in the home environment. -
Page 12: Note On Filling The Ar Tank
Note on Filling the AR Tank Important: Please Read Before Filling Tank: Caution: When filling the AR tank, the adjuster handle must be set to the “MAX” position as shown to allow accurate fill levels. Using any other setting other than “MAX” will result in inaccurate fill levels and in extreme cases could cause leakage to occur during use or when stored in the standing position. -
Page 13: Tank Filling And Water Treatment
Tank Filling and Water Treatment Tank Filling and Water Treatment Pro- cedures Note: 17 liters of water is required for Siphon maximum filling. Fill tank with adjuster handle set Tank plug to “MAX” only. 1. Remove Rubber Fill Plug from the top of the tank. 2. -
Page 14: Removing/Changing Tank Water
Removing/Changing Tank Water: Set Adjuster handle to “MIN” Row a minimum of ten complete strokes before commenc- ing tank draining. Remove tank plug, insert rigid end of siphon into tank and begin draining. NOTE: Approximately 40% of tank water will remain. It is not possible to completely drain the A/R tank without disas- sembly. -
Page 15: Slider Footplate
Slider Footplate To adjust, lift and slide Mounting pegs Footstrap The Slider Footplate is designed to fit a wide range of foot sizes, and is very simple to use. To adjust, lift the top of the sliding portion of the footplate and slide up or down. The numbers 1-6 represent a guideline from which the proper length can be deter- mined. -
Page 16: How To Row
How to Row? 1. Begin the stroke comfortably forward and push strongly back with your legs while keeping your arms and back straight. 2. Begin to pull your arms back as they pass over your knees and continue the stroke through to completion rocking slightly back over your pelvis. 3. -
Page 17: Fluid Rower Computer
Fluid Rower Computer Options: Auto Start: Commence rowing to activate. Reset all values: Hold button down for 3 second first to RESET. Distance: Add 100m distance, up to 1000m then add 500m, each button push to accumulate required distance then begin rowing to initiate distance count down Auto-Pause: A temporary halt in exercise will result in the following: For over 5 seconds and under 5 minutes:... -
Page 18: Using The First Degree Fitness Usb Interface
Using the First Degree Fitness USB Interface Description: The USB connectivity now built in to all new models of FDF Console and IPM allow you to enhance your exercise experience by connecting to your home PC or Laptop. Using FDF's own sample applications you can exercise while enjoying your favorite movies. -
Page 19: Detaching The Fluid Rower Belt
Detaching the Fluid Rower Belt 1. To detach belt, simply pull beyond the range of the normal rowing stroke un- til the belt detaches from the Belt Bungee Pulley. Tip: You’ll hear the Velcro separating just before the belt detaches. 2. -
Page 20: Removing The Bungee Shock Cord
4.Rethread the Bungee Shock Cord (on Bungee Pulley opposite side of the Idle Wheel) back through the Bungee Pulleys and tie off at the Attachment Point. Bungee Shock Cord Hint If Bungee Shock Cords previous tension seemed correct (a good way to judge is if the Fluid Rower Handle can make it to the furthest point forward on the top of the Mainframe under bungee ten- sion alone) then simply tie off at previous posi-... -
Page 21: Replacing The Bungee Shock Cord
Replacing the Bungee Shock Cord Reinstall the Shock Cord through the Upper Frame, along the opposite side of Idle Wheel, through the Mid Frame and Lower Bungee Pulleys and then tie off with plas- tic tie wrap to correct tension. Replace Frame Plug. Pull Bungee through until seated securely... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Fault Probable Cause Solution Water changes color Fluid Rower is in direct Change Fluid Rower location to or becomes cloudy. sunlight or has not had reduce direct exposure to sun- water treatment. light. Add water treatment or change tank water as directed in the water treatment section of this manual. -
Page 23: Warranty
Metal Frame – 10 Year Limited Warranty First Degree Fitness will repair or replace the metal Main Frame of the Fluid Rower should it fail due to any defect in materials or workmanship within 10 years of the original purchase. Warranty does not apply to frame coating.
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