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A 7 X - 0 4 S I N G L E I N C L I N E M O T O R
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  • Page 1 A 7 X - 0 4 S I N G L E I N C L I N E M O T O R A S C E N T T R A I N E R S E R V I C E M A N U A L...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ............1 CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and Save These Instructions ................3 Electrical Requirements ..................... 4 CHAPTER 3: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Recommended Cleaning Tips ..................5 Check for Damaged Parts ..................5 Care and Maintenance Instructions ................
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE Front Disk Replacement .................... 37 Front Shroud Replacement ..................38 Lower Control Board (LCB) Replacement ..............41 Generator Replacement ....................42 Generator Belt Replacement ..................44 Drive Belt Replacement ....................45 Pulley Axle Set Replacement ..................46 Drive Axle Set Replacement ..................

  • Page 4: Chapter 1: Serial Number Location

    CHAPTER 1: SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 1.1 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION...
  • Page 5 CHAPTER 1: SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 1.1 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION - CONTINUED UNIVERSAL CONSOLE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION CONSOLE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION...

  • Page 6: Chapter 2: Important Safety Instructions

    This Ascent Trainer is intended for commercial use. To ensure CAUTION! If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or your safety and protect the equipment, read all instructions before shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult operating the MATRIX Ascent Trainer. your physician before continuing. When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be CAUTION! Any changes or modifications to this equipment followed including the following: could void the product warranty.

  • Page 7: Electrical Requirements

    2.2 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The Matrix Ascent Trainer can now be self powered, but it recommended that the 7x version of the Ascent Trainer be plugged in. If the A7x is left in self powered mode, it will take approximately 30 seconds for the screen to load prior to every workout. It is recommended that the unit be plugged in for at least 4 hours after initial installation to charge the battery prior to using the self powered feature.

  • Page 8: Chapter 3: Preventative Maintenance

    3.2 CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS DO NOT use any equipment that is damaged or has worn or broken Preventative maintenance and daily cleaning will prolong the life and parts. Use only replacement parts supplied by Matrix Fitness look of your MATRIX Ascent Trainer. Systems.

  • Page 9: Care And Maintenance Instructions

    3.3 CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION In order to maximize life span, and minimize down time, all MATRIX equipment requires regular cleaning, and maintenance items performed on a scheduled basis. This section contains detailed instructions on how to perform these items, the frequency of which they should be done, and a check list to sign off each time service is completed for a specific machine.

  • Page 10: Chapter 4: Console Overlay And Workout Description

    CHAPTER 4: CONSOLE OVERLAY AND WORKOUT DESCRIPTION 4.1 CONSOLE DESCRIPTION A7X ENTERTAINMENT ZONE MULTI-PURPOSE KEYS: Keys have different functions depending on each screen. IPOD®: Will take the user directly to the iPod screen to allow for iPod GO: One touch Start. control and play list selection.

  • Page 11: Workout Setup Steps - Manual

    CHAPTER 4: CONSOLE OVERLAY AND WORKOUT DESCRIPTION 4.2 WORKOUT SETUP STEPS - MANUAL 4.4 WORKOUT SETUP STEPS - TRAINING WORKOUTS ROLLING HILLS - Press to immediately begin a workout. Workout, resistance - The Rolling Hills program is a level based level, and time will automatically go to default settings.

  • Page 12: Workout Setup Steps - Cooper Fitness Test

    CHAPTER 4: CONSOLE OVERLAY AND WORKOUT DESCRIPTION 4.5 WORKOUT SETUP STEPS - COOPER FITNESS TEST FITNESS TEST -The Cooper Fitness Test measures cardiovascular fitness and proves an estimated sub-maximal VO2 result. It is based on power output according to ACSM standards and was developed by the Cooper Institute© (www.cooperinstitute.org). User RPMs must remain between 60-80 RPM during the test.

  • Page 13: Workout Setup Steps - Target Heart Rate

    4.6 WORKOUT SETUP STEPS - TARGET HEART RATE TARGET HEART RATE CONSTANT WATTS - The Matrix Ascent Trainer comes - Constant Watts is a unique program with standard digital contact heart rate sensors and are POLAR that allows you to vary your cadence or RPM and the Ascent telemetry compatible.

  • Page 14: Auto Calibration Procedure

    5) This will run the Auto Calibration. If the calibration passes, it will say complete. Press and hold the STOP key to return to the normal start screen. 6) If the calibration does not pass, contact Matrix Customer Technical Support at 866-693-4863 ext 3.

  • Page 15: Chapter 5: Manager Mode

    CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.1 MANAGER MODE OVERVIEW The Manager's Custom Mode allows the club owner to customize the Ascent Trainer for the club. 1) To enter Manager Mode, press ENTER, 1, 0, 0, 1, ENTER on the upper display. Manager Mode will appear on the display (Figure A). 2) Select the key next to the setting that needs to be changed, and follow the prompts to change.

  • Page 16: Manager Mode - Time Tab

    CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.3 MANAGER MODE - TIME TAB MANAGER MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Time Maximum Time This option allows the club to set the Maximum: 99 Minutes Default: 60 Minutes maximum workout duration limits during Minimum: 5 Minutes peak and non peak hours.

  • Page 17: Manager Mode - Defaults Tab

    CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.5 MANAGER MODE - DEFAULTS TAB MANAGER MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTION MODIFIED Defaults Level This option controls the default Maximum: 1 Default: 1 program level. Minimum: 20 This option controls the default user's Maximum: 100 Default: 30 age used in the target HR calculations.

  • Page 18: Manager Mode - Language Tab

    CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.6 MANAGER MODE - LANGUAGE TAB MANAGER MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Language Select default language. This option allows the user to select a flag for a specific language. LANGUAGE FLAG UNIT LANGUAGE FLAG UNIT LANGUAGE FLAG UNIT...

  • Page 19: Manager Mode - Tv Tab

    CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.7 MANAGER MODE - TV TAB MANAGER MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Channel Default: 3 This option controls the default TV channel on start up. Channels 1-999 Volume Default: 5 This option controls the default TV volume on start up. Max 17 Min: 1 Setup This option is for setting the TV tuner function.

  • Page 20: Chapter 6: Engineering Mode

    CHAPTER 6: ENGINEERING MODE 6.1 ENGINEERING MODE OVERVIEW The Engineering Mode allows the club owner to keep track of the technical settings and error history for the Ascent Trainer. 1) To enter Engineering Mode, press ENTER, 2, 0, 0, 1, ENTER on the upper display. Engineering Mode will appear on the display (Figure A). 2) Select the key next to the setting that needs to be changed, and follow the prompts to change.

  • Page 21: Engineering Mode - Calibration Tab

    CHAPTER 6: ENGINEERING MODE 6.2 ENGINEERING MODE - CALIBRATION TAB ENGINEERING MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED End Points Auto Calibration This option calibrates the elevation parameters. Tune Incline 1 Top: Top: 2.0 Sets the maximum incline for incline motor 1. Top: 0.1 - 25.5 Tune Incline 1 Bottom: Bottom: 2.0 Sets the minimum incline for incline motor 1.

  • Page 22: Engineering Mode - Statistics Tab

    CHAPTER 6: ENGINEERING MODE 6.4 ENGINEERING MODE - STATISTICS TAB ENGINEERING MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Statistics This option displays the workout information for the unit. 6.5 ENGINEERING MODE - SELF POWER TAB ENGINEERING MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Self Power Threshold...

  • Page 23: Engineering Mode - Clubs Tab

    6.6 ENGINEERING MODE - CLUBS TAB ENGINEERING MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Clubs This option allows the club to select a screen Default: MATRIX header from a list. 6.7 ENGINEERING MODE - CLUB ID TAB ENGINEERING MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED...

  • Page 24: Chapter 7: Service Mode

    CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.1 SERVICE MODE OVERVIEW The Service Mode allows an authorized service provider to test and store information on the Ascent Trainer. 1) To enter Service Mode, press ENTER, 3, 0, 0, 1, ENTER on the upper display. Service Mode will appear on the display (Figure A). 2) Select the key next to the setting that needs to be changed, and follow the prompts to change.

  • Page 25: Service Mode - Setup Tab

    CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.2 SERVICE MODE - SETUP TAB A7X-02 Keypad A7X-03 Keypad SERVICE MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS Setup Machine Type This option selects the current model. Default: Ascent Trainer Serial Number This option displays the serial number of the console and frame. Accumulated Distance This option displays the accumulated workout distance since production.
  • Page 26 CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.2 SERVICE MODE - SETUP TAB - CONTINUED This setting is for non-self powered frames (A5x-02-F). This setting is for self powered frames (A5x-03-F) with dual incline motors. . This setting is for the new suspension style Ascent Trainer (A5x-04-F).
  • Page 27 7.2 SERVICE MODE - SETUP TAB - CONTINUED 1) Enter into Service Mode (ENTER, 3, 0, 0, 1, ENTER). 2) Check if the Machine Type is set for A7x-04. 3) As long as the Machine Type is correct, the console should automatically be set for EP94 and the platform should automatically be set for EP308.

  • Page 28: Service Mode - Test Tab

    CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.3 SERVICE MODE - TEST TAB SERVICE MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS Test Keypad This option is for a keypad test. Auto Calibration This option auto calibrates the lift motor. Radio Test This option is for a radio test.

  • Page 29: Service Mode - Date / Time Tab

    CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.4 SERVICE MODE - DATE & TIME TAB SERVICE MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS Time Date & Time This option sets the current date and time on the machine.

  • Page 30: Service Mode - Log Tab

    CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.5 SERVICE MODE - LOG TAB SERVICE MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS Delete This option deletes key components replacement history. Create This option creates key components replacement history.

  • Page 31: Chapter 8: Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.1 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS...
  • Page 32 CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.1 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS - CONTINUED P21 - Digital Communication Wire...
  • Page 33 CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.1 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS - CONTINUED P25 - Hand Pulse Connecting Cable...

  • Page 34: Lcb Error Indicators

    CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.2 LCB ERROR INDICATORS PULSES / SECOND DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION LED 4 2 times Set for Self Powered System 1 time Set for AC Plug In System LED 1 Generator RPM LED 10 Incline 1 Rearward LED 2 AC Plug In LED 11 Incline 2 Rearward...

  • Page 35: Console Error Codes

    CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.3 CONSOLE ERROR CODES CODE DESCRIPTION SOLUTION 0x0140 When the UCB implements an incline command, the incline has no Replace the Incline Motor or LCB. action for 5 seconds. 0x0142 The incline position has a difference of over 30% and is not reduced Look for misalignment of the Incline within 3 seconds.

  • Page 36: Tv Troubleshooting - Overview

    CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.4 TV TROUBLESHOOTING - OVERVIEW 1) For a fuzzy or unclear picture, see the TV programming instructions in Section 10. If the TV is still fuzzy or unclear after programming: a) Check the coax connection at the entertainment port (Figure A). b) Remove the 5 screws holding the console to the console mast and check the coax connection at the console (Figure B).

  • Page 37: Error Code Troubleshooting - 0140 / 01B2

    CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.5 ERROR CODE TROUBLESHOOTING - 0140 / 01B2 ERROR CODE 0140 or 01B2 1) SYMPTOM: a. 0140 - Incline motor operation has failed. b. 01B2 - The incline motor has no action or current. 2) SOLUTION: a. Run Auto Calibration (see Section 4.8), then check the LCB LEDs. If the incline LED is not a solid light (only one LED will show a solid light at a time), replace the LCB (Figure A).

  • Page 38: Error Code Troubleshooting - 01A0

    CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.6 ERROR CODE TROUBLESHOOTING - 01A0 ERROR CODE 01A0 1) SYMPTOM: a. 01A0 - Incline motor disconnected. 2) SOLUTION: a. Check the Machine Type in Service Mode. b. Check the connection of the incline motor at the LCB. c.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting - No Power To The Console

    CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.7 TROUBLESHOOTING - NO POWER TO THE CONSOLE NO POWER TO THE CONSOLE 1) SYMPTOM: a. The unit is not getting power from the outlet. b. The LCB is not getting power from the power receptacle. c & d. The LCB LEDs are lit, but there is no power to the console. 2) SOLUTION: a.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting - Heart Rate Issues

    CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.8 TROUBLESHOOTING - HEART RATE ISSUES HEART RATE ISSUES 1) SYMPTOM: a. The display is stuck on heart rate. b. Erratic heart rate. c. No heart rate. 2) SOLUTION: a. If the display is stuck on heart rate, it is normally due to lighting in the workout area. - Change the lighting in the immediate area of the Ascent Trainer.

  • Page 41: Chapter 9: Part Replacement Guide

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.1 FRONT DISK REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the center cover by turning it counter clockwise (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 2) Remove the 3 screws holding the disk to the axle (Figure C). 3) Remove the disk (Figure D).

  • Page 42: Front Shroud Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.2 FRONT SHROUD REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the link arm and pedal arm plastic caps (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 2) Detach the dual action handlebar from the link arm (Figure C). 3) Secure the handlebar so that it is out of the way (Figure D). FIGURE C FIGURE D 4) Remove the front disks as outlined in Section 9.1.
  • Page 43 CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.2 FRONT SHROUD REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 7) Pull out the rubber tray from the cup holder plastic (figure G). 8) Remove the 2 screws to disassemble the cup holder plastic and remove it from the unit (Figure H). FIGURE G FIGURE H 9) Remove the 2 screws to disassemble and remove the middle stabilizer sweat cover (Figures I & J). FIGURE I FIGURE J 10) Remove the 1 screw (exposed when the cup holder is removed) holding the orange slot cover to the frame and remove it (Figure K).
  • Page 44 CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.2 FRONT SHROUD REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 12) Remove the 9 screws to detach the front shrouds from the frame (or each other) (Figure M). 13) Turn the crank to the slotted portion of the shroud (Figure N). FIGURE M FIGURE N 14) Remove the front shrouds for frame access (Figures O &...

  • Page 45: Lower Control Board (Lcb) Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.3 LOWER CONTROL BOARD REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove both front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Disconnect all wires from the LCB (Figure A). FIGURE A 4) Remove the 2 screws holding the LCB to the frame (Figure B).

  • Page 46: Generator Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.4 GENERATOR REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 9.2. 4) Cut the cable tie holding the cable to the frame (Figure A). 5) Unplug the power cable connector of the generator (Figure B).
  • Page 47 CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.4 GENERATOR REPLACEMENT – CONTINUED 8) Remove the nut from the other side of the generator bracket (Figure E). 9) Loosen and remove the generator belt (Figure F). FIGURE E FIGURE F 10) Remove the generator from the frame. 11) Reverse Steps 1-10 to install a new generator.

  • Page 48: Generator Belt Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.5 GENERATOR BELT REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 9.2. 4) Remove the generator as outlined in Section 9.4.

  • Page 49: Drive Belt Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.6 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Loosen the belt tension bolt on the left side of the tension pulley and rotate the pulley counter-clockwise until there is enough slack in the belt to remove it (Figures A &...

  • Page 50: Pulley Axle Set Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.7 PULLEY AXLE SET REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove both front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Loosen the belt tension bolt on the right side until there is enough slack to remove the drive belt (Figure A). 4) On the right side of the frame, remove the retaining clip that holds the pulley axle bearing into the frame (Figure B).

  • Page 51: Drive Axle Set Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.8 DRIVE AXLE SET REPLACEMENT NOTE: A Matrix special tool is needed to correctly replace a drive axle. Order part # 0000094817 from Matrix CTS at 866-693-4863 ext 3. 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Remove both belts as outlined in Sections 9.5 & 9.6.
  • Page 52 CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.8 DRIVE AXLE SET REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 10) The drive axle should have come with an iron plate installed (Figure G). 11) Assemble the Matrix tool as shown in Figure H. FIGURE G FIGURE H 12) Slide the drive axle assembly into the frame from the right side.
  • Page 53 CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.8 DRIVE AXLE SET REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 16) Turn the nut until the iron plate is close to the frame on the right side (Figure M). 17) Remove the tools, then insert the bearing into the hole in the frame on the left side (Figure N). FIGURE M FIGURE N 18) Again use the M10 x 65L screw with a washer and a nut to attach the tool to the drive axle (Figure O).
  • Page 54 CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.8 DRIVE AXLE SET REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 22) Use a screwdriver to remove the iron plate from the drive axle (Figures S & T). FIGURE S FIGURE T 23) Re-install the belts as outlined in Sections 9.5 and 9.6. 24) Test the Ascent Trainer as outlined in Section 9.22.

  • Page 55: Crank Set Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.9 CRANK REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Remove the screw from the crank (Figure A). 4) Insert an M10 screw (should be at least 40 long) into the crank hole.

  • Page 56: Console Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.10 CONSOLE REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the 5 screws that hold the console to the top of the console mast (Figure A). 3) Disconnect the console cable and other wiring and remove the console (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 4) Remove the 5 screws that hold the mounting plate to the console (Figure C).

  • Page 57: Overlay / Keypad Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.11 OVERLAY & KEYPAD REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the console as outlined in Section 9.10. 2) Remove the back cover of the console (Figure A). 3) Unplug and remove the faulty overlay (Figure B). FIGURE B FIGURE A 4) Clean the console area with alcohol to remove any left over adhesive (Figure C).
  • Page 58 CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.11 OVERLAY / KEYPAD REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 7) Press down on the corners of the overlay / keypad to keep it in place. Then remove the protective film (Figures G & H). FIGURE G FIGURE H 8) Once the overlay / keypad is in the correct position, press down on it to adhere it in positions (Figure I).

  • Page 59: Console Mast Handlebar Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.12 CONSOLE MAST HANDLEBAR REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the 4 bolts that hold the handlebar to the console mast (Figure A). FIGURE A 4) Pull the handlebar away from the console mast to expose the HR grip wiring (Figure B). 5) Carefully remove the wires from inside the console mast until the connectors on the ends come free and disconnect (Figure C).

  • Page 60: Incline Motor Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.13 INCLINE MOTOR REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Complete Steps 6-8 and 10 from Section 9.2 to remove the cupholder and top shrouds from the unit (the main side shrouds do not need to be removed).
  • Page 61 CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.13 INCLINE MOTOR REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 7) While the incline motor is out, the carriage rollers should be checked. Turn the rollers. The rollers should turn smoothly with only a small amount of friction (Figure E). 8) If the rollers need to be adjusted, loosen the horizontal bolts simultaneously first, then adjust the roller friction by adjusting the vertical screws simultaneously (Figure F).
  • Page 62 CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.13 INCLINE MOTOR REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 10) Plug in the power wire of the new incline motor (with the motor still outside the unit). Plug in the unit. Press ENTER, 3, 0, 0, 1, ENTER to go to Service Mode.

  • Page 63: Dual Action Handlebar Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.14 DUAL ACTION HANDLEBAR REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the plastic cover where the dual action handlebar meets the link arm (Figure A). 2) Remove the bolt and bushings where the dual action handlebar and the link arm meet (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Remove the two bolts that hold on the pivot cap and remove the cap (Figure C).

  • Page 64: Foot Pedals Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.15 FOOT PEDALS REPLACEMENT 1) Pull up on and remove the rubber portion of the pedal (Figure A). 2) Remove the 4 screws that hold the plastic pedal to the foot plate (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Remove the plastic foot pedal (Figure C).

  • Page 65: Pedal Arm Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.16 PEDAL ARM REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the plastic cover where the pedal arm attaches to the crank (Figure A). 2) Disconnect the pedal arm from the crank (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Remove the plastic cap from the swing arm (Figure C). 4) Remove the bolt that holds the pedal and swing arms together (Figure D).

  • Page 66: Link Arm Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.17 LINK ARM REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the plastic cover where the dual action handlebar meets the link arm (Figure A). 2) Remove the bolt and bushings where the dual action handlebar meets the link arm (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Remove the bolt that holds the link arm to the pedal arm and remove the link arm (Figure C).

  • Page 67: Swing Arm Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.18 SWING ARM REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the bolt from the upper pivot joint on the swing arm (Figure A). 2) Remove the plastic cap from the swing arm (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Remove the bolt that holds the swing arm to the pedal arm (Figure C). 4) Take the bolt removed in Step 1 and turn it into the shaft (Figure D).

  • Page 68: Vertical Stabilizer Arm Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.19 VERTICAL STABILIZER ARM REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the bolt that holds the vertical stabilizer arm to the frame (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 2) Remove the bolt from the upper pivot joint of the vertical stabilizer arm (Figure C). 3) Remove the vertical stabilizer arm (Figure D).

  • Page 69: Incline Arm Cover Replacement

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.20 INCLINE ARM COVER REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the screw that holds the plastic cover on the arm (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 2) Remove the incline arm cover (Figure C). FIGURE C 3) Reverse Steps 1-2 to install a new incline arm.

  • Page 70: Handlebar Service

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.21 HANDLEBAR SERVICE 1) All items on the handlebar are removed using a Phillips screwdriver from the underside of the bar. 2) Once the screws are removed, lift the part carefully, then disconnect any wire connections to fully remove the part. This includes any resistance &...

  • Page 71: Testing The Ascent Trainer

    CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.22 TESTING THE ASCENT TRAINER ONCE THE UNIT OR REPLACEMENT PART IS FULLY INSTALLED AND ASSEMBLED AND PROPERLY PLACED ON THE FLOOR, USE THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS TO TEST THE MACHINE: 1) Enter Service Mode (ENTER, 3, 0, 0, 1, ENTER) and input the serial number of the console. Also set the Machine Type and Keypad (See Section 7.2) and verify that the Date and Time are correct (See Section 7.4).

  • Page 72: Ascent Trainer Specifications

    CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.1 ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS FEATURES Stride Length 20-24" Incline Range 24% - 54% (15" range) Contact and Telemetric Heart Rate Sensors Cushioned Footpads Yes - Premium Q-Factor 2.5" Handlebar Design Multi-position dual action and ergo bend stationary. Thumb Switch Controls RESISTANCE SYSTEM Technology...
  • Page 73 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.2 ASSEMBLY HARDWARE QUANTITY SKETCH DESCRIPTION PACKAGE COLOR SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW RED (2 BAGS) (M10 X 1.5P X 25L) 10.9 GRADE MINIMUM FLAT WASHER RED (2 BAGS) (10.2 X 20 X 2.0T) SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW GREEN (M10 X 1.5P X 100L)

  • Page 74: Ascent Trainer Assembly Steps

    CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS STEP 1...
  • Page 75 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 2 - RED HARDWARE BAG...
  • Page 76 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 3 - PINK HARDWARE BAG...
  • Page 77 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 4 - GREEN / YELLOW HARDWARE BAG Torque this bolt to 80 N-m.
  • Page 78 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 5 - RED HARDWARE BAG...
  • Page 79 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 6...
  • Page 80 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 7 - BLUE / BLACK HARDWARE BAG...
  • Page 81 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 8 - WHITE HARDWARE BAG...
  • Page 82 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 9 - PINK HARDWARE BAG...
  • Page 83 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 10 - PINK HARDWARE BAG...
  • Page 84 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 11 - PINK HARDWARE BAG...
  • Page 85 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 12 - PINK HARDWARE BAG...

  • Page 86: Stabilizing The Ascent Trainer

    STABILIZING THE MATRIX A7X-04 ASCENT TRAINER The Matrix Ascent Trainer should be level for optimum use. Once you have placed your unit where you intend to use it, raise or lower one or both of the adjustable levelers located on the bottom of the frame. Use a 6mm Allen wrench through the access hole at the rear hinge joint on both sides (Figure A).

  • Page 87: Tv Programming Instructions

    CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.5 TV PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS Once the cardio equipment has been installed, and proper power and cable wiring is provided, The Television must be programmed to the club's channels and settings. Auto Scan - An auto scan will search for channel signals from the coax cable. It will tune in all channels that provide a signal. 1.
  • Page 88 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.5 TV PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED Auto Scan (continued): 9. If the channels are not coming in clearly after a channel scan (or if only some channels come in), follow Steps 4-7 to enter the Auto Scan sub-menu.
  • Page 89 CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.5 TV PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED Closed Caption - Clubs will vary on whether they request the closed caption to be turned off or on. Please discuss this option with the club manager prior to adjusting this setting. 1.

  • Page 90: Software Upgrade Procedure

    CHAPTER 11: SOFTWARE UPGRADE GUIDE 11.1 SOFTWARE UPGRADE PROCEDURE * An AC power cord is required to update software in the field. Plug in the unit prior to beginning the update procedure. ** All plug ins must be removed prior to updating software (for example, no IPod can be connected). Do not use the console while an update is in process. *** If VA is installed on the console, wait until the Virtual Active icon on the standard display picture turns red prior to updating the software. 1) Copy five software files (SirF7xAll.cab, NK, IO_XXX, updateLMM.cofige, and Extract_CE) onto a USB drive. 2) Turn on the power to the ascent trainer, wait until the standby picture has come up (Figure A). 3) Insert the USB drive into the USB Port in the console (Figure B).
  • Page 91 CHAPTER 11: SOFTWARE UPGRADE GUIDE 11.1 SOFTWARE UPGRADE PROCEDURE - CONTINUED 5) When the update is complete, the display will ask you to remove the USB drive (Figure E). Once the USB is removed, the ascent trainer should reboot immediately. NOTE: If the console does not reboot normally, reset the unit power using the power switch. Also reset the console power by pressing and holding the CHANNEL UP and DOWN keys together for 3-5 seconds.
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