TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ..............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 ................
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9.22 Crank Axle Set Replacement ..................52 9.23 Testing the Bike ....................... 53 CHAPTER 10: BIKE SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.1 R5x-03 Bike Specifications ..................54 10.2 Fasteners and Assembly Tools .................. 55 10.3 Assembly Instructions ....................56 10.4 Adjusting the Pedal Straps and Seat ................. 60 10.5...
CHAPTER 1: SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 1.1 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION A serial number plate is located below the bottom of the console mast beneath a rubber boot. There is also a serial number tag on the middle of the main frame pointed towards the floor.
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CHAPTER 1: SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 1.1 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION CONSOLE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION...
To ensure proper use of the Matrix R5x-03 Bike, make sure that all users read this manual. Remind the users that before undertaking CAUTION! Any changes or modifications to this equipment any fitness program, they should obtain complete physical could void the product warranty.
2.2 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The Matrix 5x Series Recumbent Bike is designed to be self powered. NOTE: If an add on TV (using a bracket) or Virtual Active is added to the unit, it must be plugged in, or the TV and Virtual Active will not operate correctly. If the Bike will be plugged in, follow the requirements below.
Matrix Fitness Systems will provide service and maintenance training at our corporate facility upon * Wipe seats, pedals, console, heart rate grips, and the handlebar clean request or in the field if proper arrangements are made.
3.3 CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 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 and the frequency of which they should be done.
CHAPTER 4: CONSOLE OVERLAY AND WORKOUT DESCRIPTION 4.1 CONSOLE DESCRIPTION WORKOUT KEYS: Simple program view and selection buttons. GO: One touch Start. UP / DOWN LEVEL: Easy information and level selection. UP / DOWN TIME: Easy information and time adjustment. STOP: Ends workout and shows workout summary data.
CHAPTER 4: CONSOLE OVERLAY AND WORKOUT DESCRIPTION 4.4 WORKOUT SETUP STEPS - LEVEL BASED 4.2 WORKOUT SETUP STEPS - MANUAL ROLLING HILLS - Press to immediately begin a workout. Workout, resistance - The Rolling Hills program is a level based program that automatically adjusts the resistance level to simulate level, and time will automatically go to default settings.
4.7 WORKOUT SETUP STEPS - CONSTANT WATTS TARGET HEART RATE CONSTANT WATTS - The Matrix R5x-03 Bike comes with - Constant Watts is a unique program standard digital contact heart rate sensors and are POLAR telemetry that allows you to vary your cadence or RPM and the bike's compatible.
CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.1 USING MANAGER MODE The Manager's Custom Mode allows the club owner to customize the bike for the club. 1) To enter Manager Mode, press and hold down the UP and DOWN LEVEL keys. Continue to hold down these two keys until the display reads Manager Mode and hit ENTER (Figure A).
CHAPTER 6: ENGINEERING MODE 6.1 USING ENGINEERING MODE To enter Engineering Mode, hold the LEVEL UP and DOWN keys for 3-5 seconds until Manager Mode appears on the middle LED display. Press the LEVEL UP or DOWN key to scroll to Engineering Mode. Press ENTER to go into Engineering Mode. CODE DEFAULT OPTIONS...
CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.1 USING SERVICE MODE To enter Service Mode, hold the LEVEL UP and DOWN keys for 3-5 seconds until Manager Mode appears on the middle LED display. Press the LEVEL UP or DOWN key to scroll to Service Mode. Press ENTER to go into Service Mode. CODE DEFAULT OPTIONS...
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.2 ERROR CODES ON THE CONSOLE CODE CLASS DESCRIPTION SOLUTION 0x02AB Machine type error. Set the correct machine type in Engineering Mode. 0x02B3 Resistance type error. Set the correct machine type in Engineering Mode. 0x0201 Low voltage on the battery Charge by running or by plugging (voltage under 11.2V).
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.3 LCB LED INSTRUCTIONS LED INDICATOR DESCRIPTION LED 1 RPM (AC Plug In). LED 2 LED 3 +15V LED 4 Bus Voltage LED 5 RPM (Generator). LED 6 Status 1 (Program operation). LED 7 Status 2 (Resistance value in middle 1/2 VCC). LED 8 Status 3 (Digital Communication).
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.4 TROUBLESHOOTING - DISPLAY ISSUES NO DISPLAY ON THE CONSOLE OR THE DISPLAY IS DIM WHEN RUNNING LED 9 LED 1 LED 8 LED 5 SYMPTOM: The console will not power up or the display is dim. CHECK POINT POSSIBLE ISSUE SOLUTION...
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.5 TROUBLESHOOTING - ERROR 0x04A0 ERROR 0x04A0 (DIGITAL COMMUNICATION FAILURE) LED 1 LED 8 SYMPTOM: Error code 0x04A0 is displayed on the console. CHECK POINT POSSIBLE ISSUE SOLUTION LEDs 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7 should be ON. If they are OFF, the LCB is damaged.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.6 TROUBLESHOOTING - KEYPAD ISSUES ALL OR SOME OF THE FUNCTION KEYS DO NOT RESPOND POSSIBLE CAUSES: 1) The keypad connection ribbon cable has not been plugged in correctly. 2) The keypad is damaged. 3) The UCB is damaged. SOLUTION: 1) Perform a keypad test in Service Mode: a.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.7 TROUBLESHOOTING - RESISTANCE ISSUES HIGH OR NO RESISTANCE POSSIBLE CAUSES: 1) The console cable is damaged or not properly plugged in. 2) The UCB is damaged. 3) The Generator is damaged. 4) The LCB is damaged. SOLUTION: 1) Check the console cable connections at the UCB and LCB.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.8 TROUBLESHOOTING - PEDALS SLIPPING PEDALS SLIPPING POSSIBLE CAUSES: 1) The belt tension is not enough. 2) The one way bearing is damaged. SOLUTION: 1) Remove the covers and check the belt tension. a. Tighten the drive belt tension if needed by moving the spring tension clip to another hole. b.
An ohm reading of less than 1 should be received. If it is higher, replace the HR grip wiring. 3) Perform a continuity check on the console (See Service Bulletin - Continuity Test on Matrix Bikes). a. Once the console continuity is confirmed, perform a continuity check on the HR board ground wire. With a multi meter set for ohms, place one prong on the HR board ground wire (Figure D), and the other on the console ground wire.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.11 TROUBLESHOOTING - SEAT ISSUES SEAT WOBBLY OR LOOSE 1) See if the seat rollers are loose or mis-positioned. To adjust the roller to tighten the seat: a. Loosen the nylok nuts putting tension on the roller brackets (Figure A). b.
1) Sections 8.12 - 8.15 will help with diagnosing problems with TV and entertainment related equipment that is produced by Matrix Fitness Systems. 2) The R5x Bike has the capability of adding an external 15" TV with a bracket. A Matrix brand external TV will look similar to the TV in Figure A.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.13 ENTERTAINMENT TROUBLESHOOTING – PICTURE FUZZY OR UNCLEAR 1) Remove the TV back cover (Figure A) Using a verified good piece of coax cable, hook the coax directly to the TV jack. This bypasses internal connections for your machine or TV stand (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 2) If this does not clear your picture the issue is with the club's signal.
4) If internal TV power wire connections are good, verify 12 Volts power at the TV power wire where it plugs into the TV (wire in Figure B, shown with multi - meter in Figure E). If 12 Volts are present, the issue is likely with the TV itself, contact Matrix Customer Service.
C) (Used for changing menu and other settings). If the TV will function with the handheld remote, replace the TV controller wire. If the TV will not function with handheld remote it is likely an issue with the TV itself, contact Matrix Customer Technical Support.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.1 CONSOLE REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 4 screws holding the console to the frame (Figure A). FIGURE A 2) Disconnect the console cable and HR connections from the defective console and remove the console (Figure B). FIGURE B 3) Reinstall the wire connections to the new console.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.2 HANDLEBAR REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 2 screws holding on the handlebar cover (Figures A & B). FIGURE B FIGURE A 2) Remove the 4 screws holding the heart rate handlebar to the console mast being careful to support the handlebar (Figure C). 3) Remove the defective handlebar (Figure D).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.3 CUP HOLDER REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 2 screws holding the cup holder to the frame (Figure A). FIGURE A 2) Remove the cup holder (Figure B). FIGURE B 3) Reverse Steps 1-2 to install a new cup holder.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.4 CONSOLE KEYPAD / OVERLAY REPLACEMENT NOTE: The instructions below are for console overlays / keypads, but the procedure is the same regardless of where the overlay / keypad is. 1) Turn off power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the console as outlined in Section 9.1.
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CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.4 CONSOLE KEYPAD / OVERLAY REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 7) Peel part of the protective film from the back of the overlay (Figure E). 8) Push the overlay ribbon cable through the hole in the console and plug it in (Figure F). FIGURE E FIGURE F 9) Match the overlay to the cutout on the console (Figure G).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.5 CONSOLE MAST REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the console as outlined in Section 9.1. 2) Remove the HR handlebars as outlined in Section 9.2. 3) Lift up the rubber boot at the bottom of the console mast (Figure A). FIGURE A 4) With the rubber boot lifted, remove the 4 screws holding the console mast to the frame (Figure B).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.6 SEAT PAD REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 4 screws holding the seat pad to the seat frame (Figure A). FIGURE A 2) Lift the seat pad away from the seat frame (Figure B). FIGURE B 3) Reverse Steps 1-2 to install a new seat pad.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.7 BACK PAD REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 8 screws holding the plastic cover onto the back of the seat pad and remove it (Figure A). 2) Remove the 4 screws holding the back pad onto the seat frame (Figure B). FIGURE B FIGURE A 3) Remove the back pad (Figure C).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.8 HEART RATE HANDLEBAR REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the seat pad as outlined in Section 9.6. 2) Remove the back pad as outlined in Section 9.7. 3) Disconnect the heart rate wiring exposed when the seat pad is removed (Figure A). 4) Remove the 3 screws holding the heart rate handlebars to the seat frame (Figure B).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.9 HEART RATE GRIPS REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 3 screws holding the HR grip together (Figure A). 2) Once the 3 screws are removed, the HR grip can be split into 2 pieces (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Disconnect the keypad / overlay and the HR plate wiring and remove the old HR grip (Figure C).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.10 UPPER SEAT FRAME REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the seat pad as outlined in Section 9.6. 2) Remove the back pad as outlined in Section 9.7. 3) Disconnect and remove the HR handlebar as outlined in Section 9.8. 4) Remove the 4 screws holding the upper seat frame to the lower seat frame (Figure A).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.11 LOWER SEAT FRAME REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the seat pad as outlined in Section 9.6. 2) Remove the back pad as outlined in Section 9.7. 3) Remove the 2 screws holding the seat position plate onto the seat frame and remove the seat position plate (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 4) Disconnect the HR wiring that is exposed when the seat pad is removed and slide it out the hole in the frame so it does not restrict the seat...
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CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.11 LOWER SEAT FRAME REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 6) Remove the screw holding the rear seat roller to the seat track and remove the roller (Figure G). 7) Remove the 2 screws holding the rear end cap onto the seat track (Figure H). FIGURE G FIGURE H 8) Remove the end cap (Figure I).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.12 SEAT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 2 screws holding the seat adjustment handle to the seat frame (Figure A). FIGURE A 2) Remove the seat adjustment handle (Figure B). FIGURE B 3) Reverse Steps 1-2 to install a new seat adjustment handle. 4) Test the bike for function as outlined in Section 9.23.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.13 REAR SHROUD REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the 8 screws holding the right side shroud to the frame and left shroud and remove it (Figure A). 2) Remove the 6 screws holding the left side shroud to the frame and remove it (Figure B). FIGURE B FIGURE A 3) Figure C shows the bike with both rear shrouds removed.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.14 PEDAL REPLACEMENT 1) Use a 15 mm wrench to remove the pedal from the crank (Figure A). NOTE: For the right side pedal, the threads are normal. For the left side pedal, the threads are reversed (the pedal turns off counterclockwise). FIGURE A 2) Remove the pedal (Figure B).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.15 FRONT SHROUD REMOVAL 1) Remove the pedals as outlined in Section 9.14. 2) Remove the 9 screws holding the right side front shroud to the frame and the left shroud and remove it (Figure A). NOTE: You will need to angle the shrouds so that the crank passes through the hole in the shroud.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.16 LOWER CONTROL BOARD REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the rear shrouds as outlined in Section 9.13. 2) Disconnect the 5 wire connections to the lower board (Figure A). 3) Remove the 2 screws holding the lower board to the frame (Figure B), and remove the lower board. FIGURE A FIGURE B 4) Reverse Steps 1-3 to install a new lower board.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.17 BATTERY REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the left side rear shroud as outlined in Section 9.11. 2) Disconnect the 2 wires from the battery (Figure A). FIGURE A 3) Remove the wing nut on the battery bracket (Figure B). 4) Swivel the battery bracket out of the way and remove the battery (Figure C).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.18 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the right side front shroud as outlined in Section 9.15. 2) Remove the screw that applies tension to the belt (Figure A). 3) Rotate the tension assembly to remove the tension from the belt (Figure B). FIGURE B FIGURE A 4) Remove the belt (Figure C).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.19 GENERATOR BELT REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 9.15. 2) Loosen the nuts holding the generator to the frame (Figure A), and remove the nuts putting tension on the generator belt (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Once the tension has been removed, the generator belt can be walked off of the pulley (Figure C).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.20 GENERATOR REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 9.15. 2) Remove the nuts holding the generator to the frame (Figure A), and remove the nuts putting tension on the generator belt (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Once the tension has been removed, the generator belt can be walked off of the pulley (Figure C).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.21 PULLEY AXLE SET REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 9.15. 2) Remove the drive belt as outlined in Section 9.18. 3) Loosen the nuts holding the generator to the frame (Figure A), and remove the nuts putting tension on the generator belt (Figure B). FIGURE B FIGURE A 4) Once the tension has been removed, walk the generator belt off of the pulley (Figure C).
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CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.21 PULLEY AXLE SET REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 6) Remove the bearing (Figure E). 7) Remove the large nut holding in the pulley axle assembly with a large channel lock pliers or a pipe wrench (Figure F). FIGURE E FIGURE F 8) Once the large nut is removed, the pulley axle set can be removed from the left side of the frame (Figure G).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.22 CRANK AXLE SET REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 9.15. 2) Remove the drive belt as outlined in Section 9.18 3) Remove the 3 screws holding the crank axle bearings in place on both sides (Figure A). 4) Bend the tabs of the nut on the left side of the frame so that this nut will turn (Figure B).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.23 TESTING THE BIKE ONCE THE UNIT OR REPLACEMENT PART IS FULLY INSTALLED AND ASSEMBLED AND PROPERLY PLACED ON THE FLOOR, USE THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS TO SETUP AND TEST THE MACHINE: 1) Check that the console is set for recumbent bike. a.
CHAPTER 10: BIKE SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.2 FASTENERS AND ASSEMBLY TOOLS QUANTITY PART SKETCH DESCRIPTION NOTES 4 MM ALLEN WRENCH PURPLE 5MM ALLEN WRENCH PURPLE 6 MM ALLEN WRENCH PURPLE OPEN WRENCH (15 & 17 MM) PURPLE #2 PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER PURPLE BUTTON HEAD SCREW (M8 X 25L) WHITE...
CHAPTER 10: BIKE SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS AFTER THESE ASSEMBLY STEPS ARE COMPLETE, BE SURE TO SETUP AND TEST THE UNIT AS OUTLINED IN SECTION 9.23. STEP 1 STEP 2...
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Release the clip to lock the strap in place. ADJUSTING THE R5x-03 SEAT While seated on the Matrix R5x-03 Bike, an optimum position will allow movement through the bottom of the stroke without locking the knees or shifting in the seat.
CHAPTER 10: BIKE SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.5 LEVELING THE BIKE STABILIZING THE MATRIX R5X-03 BIKE After positioning the bike in its intended location, check its stability by attempting to shake it side to side. Shaking or wobbling indicates that your bike needs to be leveled.
10.6 TV BRACKET INSTALLATION - CONTINUED The Matrix R5x Bike is capable of accepting a 15" TV via a bracket. Follow the instructions below to install the TV and bracket. Use the instructions in the Entertainment Owner's Manual to program the TV after installation.
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CHAPTER 10: BIKE SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.6 TV BRACKET INSTALLATION 7) Remove the 4 screws holding the small Matrix logo to the front of the console mast and remove the logo (Figures F & G). FIGURE F FIGURE G 8) Install the rubber pad from the TV bracket kit over the hole in the console mast (Figures H &...
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CHAPTER 10: BIKE SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.6 TV BRACKET INSTALLATION - CONTINUED 11) Plug the TV power wire into the console and re-install the console onto the console mast (Figure L). 12) Insert the spring pin into the hole at the top of the TV bracket (Figure M). FIGURE L FIGURE M 13) Install the rabbit ears onto the console mast using the bolt / nut from the TV bracket kit (Figure N).
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CHAPTER 10: BIKE SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.6 TV BRACKET INSTALLATION - CONTINUED 15) Plug the TV power wire into the TV (Figure Q). 16) Plug the coax cable into the TV (Figure R). FIGURE Q FIGURER 17) Plug the TV controller wire into the TV and the back of the console (Figures S & T). FIGURE S FIGURE T 18) Install the back cover onto the TV with 4 screws (Figure U).
4) Build a path of folders on the USB drive that will be used. The path should be MATRIX\FW\UCB (create a folder called MATRIX, then a folder within MATRIX called FW, then a folder within FW called UCB).
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