Bowflex LateralX LX3 Service Manual

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Bowflex LateralX LX3/LX3i Lateral Trainers ™ ™ Service Manual Service Manual ™ ™ 8018878.080118.B Table of Contents Section Code Section Page Number Important Safety Instructions Safety Warning Labels and Serial Number Specifications Moving Your Machine Leveling the Machine Connectivity Maintenance...
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions and General Troubleshooting Service Procedures Information for the Bowflex LateralX ™ ™ ™ ™ 8018905.080118.B LX3/LX3i Lateral Trainers NOTICE: This document provides important safety instructions, adjustments, and general troubleshooting information for the maintenance of the Bowflex LateralX LX3 and ™ ™ LX3i Lateral Trainers. If you need assistance, please contact Customer Service (if purchased in US/Canada) or your local distributor (if purchased outside US/Canada).
Page 3: Safety Warning Labels And Serial Number
SAFETY WARNING LABELS AND SERIAL NUMBER WARNING! • Injury or death is possible if caution is not used while using this machine. • Not intended for children under 14 yrs. of age. • Keep children & pets away. • Read and follow all warnings on this machine. •...
Page 4: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS 136 kg (300 lbs) Maximum User Weight: 50.8 cm (20”) Maximum Pedal Height: approx. 102 kg (224 lbs) Machine Weight: 16,007 cm Total Surface Area (footprint) of equipment: 161.7 cm (63.7”) Power Requirements: Input Voltage: 100 - 240V AC, 50/60Hz Output Voltage: 9VDC, 1.5A DO NOT dispose of this product as refuse. This product is to be 117.7 cm (46.3”) 136 cm (53.5”) recycled.
Page 5: Moving Your Machine
Moving Your Machine The fitness machine weighs approximately 224 lbs (102 kg) when fully assembled and requires caution when being moved. The width of the machine is wider than a standard room door frame. Disassembly may be required if transporting to a different area. Always disconnect the power adapter from the wall outlet and the machine before attempting to move the machine. Use the Transport Handles at the rear of the machine to lift and move the machine.
Page 6: Connectivity
CONNECTIVITY Bluetooth Connectivity with the “Bowflex LateralX™” Fitness App ® This fitness machine is equipped with Bluetooth connectivity and can wirelessly sync with the “Bowflex LateralX™” Fitness App on supported de- ® vices. The Software App syncs with your fitness machine to track total calories burned, time, distance, and more. Records and stores every workout for quick reference. Track your results and share with friends and family. 1. D ownload the free Software App, named the “Bowflex LateralX™” Fitness App. The software app is available on the App Store and Google Play™. Note: F or a complete list of supported devices, review the software app on the App Store or Google Play™. 2. F ollow the instructions on the Software App to sync your device to your exercise machine. Workout with Other Fitness Apps This fitness machine has integrated Bluetooth connectivity which allows it to work with a number of digital partners.
Page 7: Maintenance Parts
Maintenance Parts Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description Console Handlebar Arm, Left Swing Arm, Right Servo Motor Console Mast Pivot Cover, Left Swing Arm, Left Resistance Flywheel Engine Assembly Pivot Bolt Cover Static Handlebar Crank Base Assembly, Right Pedal Arm, Right Cupholder Pulley, Second Stage Crank...
Page 8: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Condition/Problem Things to Check Solution No display/partial display/unit Check electrical (wall) outlet Make sure unit is plugged into a functioning wall outlet. will not turn on Check power adapter Check for visual sign that power adapter is damaged. Replace power adapter if damaged.
Page 9 Condition/Problem Things to Check Solution Workout results will not sync Current console mode Machine must be in Idle Mode to sync. Push the STOP/PAUSE button until with Bluetooth enabled device the Power-Up Mode screen is displayed. ® Total time of workout A workout must be longer than 1 minute to be saved and posted by the Console.
Page 10: Machine Settings Mode
MACHINE SETTINGS MODE The Machine Settings Mode lets you view the total run hours for the machine and the current versions of the main systems. Hold down the STOP/PAUSE button and Right arrow button together for 3 seconds while in the Power-Up Mode to access the Machine Settings Mode.
Page 11: Adjust The Belt Tension
Bowflex LateralX LX3/LX3i Lateral Trainers ™ ™ 8018906.080118.B NOTICE: This document provides instructions to adjust the tension of the left and right Drive Belts on the Bowflex LateralX LX3 and LX3i Lateral Trainers. ™ ™ If you need assistance, please contact Customer Service (if purchased in US/Canada) or your local distributor (if purchased outside US/Canada). To find your local distributor, go to: www.nautilusinternational.com This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Page 12 Disconnect all power to the machine before you service it. Some components of the machine can be heavy or awkward. Use a second person when doing the assembly steps involving these parts. Do not do steps that involve heavy lifting or awkward movements on your own. Note: Your machine may not match the image.
Page 13 4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 6 indicated screws (ovals and arrows) from the Upper Shrouds. Use a flathead screwdriver to separate the Shrouds at the push fasteners. Remove the Shrouds and Mast Gasket, and set them safely aside. 5. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Rotate the Lateral Links out of the way. 6. Remove the Endcaps from the Mid Pedal Arms. Using a 13mm socket or box end wrench, remove the indicated hardware.
Page 14 7. Using two 8” or longer adjustable wrenches (or M24 socket wrench and 24mm box wrench), remove the indicated screw and nut. Note: The hardware is very tight (factory installed). Rotate the Swing Arms toward the front and remove the Mid Pedal Arms. 8. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the indicated screws from the Crank Shrouds.
Page 15 10. Using a 17mm open end wrench, loosen and remove the indicated nut from the Left Lower Shroud. Carefully pull the Power Inlet plug out of the hole toward the inside of the Shroud. 11. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 5 indicated screws from the Left Lower Shroud.
Page 16 14. Use an 8mm hex wrench to loosen the 2 screws shown in the illustration for two turns. 15. Use a 17mm open-end wrench to loosen the indicated nut. 16. Use a 17mm open-end wrench to adjust the hex socket screw.
Page 17 17. Turn the crank 3 to 5 turns in the direction of the arrow, and check the tension. On the lower part of the belt, twist the belt at the midpoint between the pulleys. The belt should not twist more than 45 degrees. Be sure to keep fingers clear of all pinch hazards when you turn the Crank.
Page 18 20. Using a 17mm open-end wrench, fully tighten the illustrated nut. 21. Turn the crank 3~5 turns in the direction of the arrow to make the belt rotate smoothly. Be sure to keep fingers clear of all pinch hazards when you turn the Crank.
Page 19 23. Use a 17mm open-end wrench to loosen the indicated flywheel nuts (arrow) two turns. 24. Use an M10 socket wrench to adjust the nylon lock nuts. If the tension is too loose, tighten the nuts. If the tension is too tight, loosen the nuts. NOTICE: Be sure to adjust the nuts on both sides evenly and turn the nuts the same number of times.
Page 20 26. Use a 17mm open-end wrench to tighten the illustrated nut (do not skip this step if the tension is correct). 27. Turn the crank 3~5 turns in the direction of the arrow to make the belt rotate smoothly. Be sure to keep fingers clear of all pinch hazards when you turn the Crank.
Page 21 30. Align the Right Lower Shroud with the push fasteners on the Left Lower Shroud and move the Right Lower Shroud into position. Push the Shrouds together so that the Push Fasteners are fully seated. 31. Install the Lower Shroud to the Frame Assembly with the screws. Use a Phillips screwdriver to lock the screw in position A, then lock the screw in position B, and then tighten the screws in the other positions.
Page 22 33. Put the Left Mid Pedal Arm back on the Crank and move the Swing Arm end into the Mid Pedal Arm bracket. Using two 8” or longer adjustable wrenches (or M24 socket wrench and 24mm box wrench), install the indicated screw and nut. Fully tighten the nut. 34. Secure the Mid Pedal Arm to the Crank using the indicated screw and washer.
Page 23: Replace The Crank
Skill Level: II Bowflex LateralX LX3/LX3i Lateral Trainers ™ ™ 8018907.080118.B NOTICE: This document provides instructions for the replacement of the Crank weldments (arms) on the Crank pulley on the Bowflex LateralX LX3 and LX3i Lateral ™ ™ Trainers. If you need assistance, please contact Customer Service (if purchased in US/Canada) or your local distributor (if purchased outside US/Canada). To find your local distributor, go to: www.nautilusinternational.com This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Page 24 Disconnect all power to the machine before you service it. Some components of the machine can be heavy or awkward. Use a second person when doing the assembly steps involving these parts. Do not do steps that involve heavy lifting or awkward movements on your own. Note: If you are only replacing one Crank, it is only necessary to remove parts from the side that you are replacing.
Page 25 4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 6 indicated screws (arrows) from the Upper Shrouds. Use a flathead screwdriver to separate the Shrouds at the push fasteners. Remove the Shrouds and Mast Gasket, and set them safely aside. 5. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated screw. Rotate the Lateral Link out of the way. 6. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Remove the Parallel Links.
Page 26 7. Remove the Pedal Arm Topcaps. 8. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. 9. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Remove the Pedal Arms and Collars.
Page 27 10. Remove the Endcaps from the Mid Pedal Arms. Using a 13mm socket or box end wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Note: The hardware is very tight (factory installed). 11. Using two 8” or longer adjustable wrenches (or M24 socket wrench and 24mm box wrench), remove the indicated screw and nut. Note: The hardware is very tight (factory installed).
Page 28 13. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 5 indicated screws from the Right Lower Shroud. Carefully remove the Right Lower Shroud and set it safely aside. If you are only replacing the Right Crank arm, go to step 16. If you are replacing the Left Crank arm, continue to step 14.
Page 29 17. Using an 8mm hex wrench, loosen and remove the indicated screws from the Crank arms. 18. Insert the M8 washer from step 16 in the gap in the Crank arm. Using an 8mm hex wrench, screw the M10 x 50 screw into the threaded hole to open the gap in the Crank arm. M10 x 50 washer screw 19. Remove the old Crank arm from the Crank pulley. 20. Insert M8 washer in the gap of the new Crank arm. Using an 8mm hex wrench, screw the M10 x 50 screw from one end of the threaded hole into the Crank arm to open the gap in the Crank arm.
Page 30 21. Put the new Crank arm in position on the Crank pulley. 22. Remove the M10 x 50 screw and M8 washer from Crank arm. Using an 8mm hex wrench, install the screw from the unthreaded end of the screw hole through the gap and tighten securely. 23. Using a 13mm socket wrench, install the M8 x 20 hex screw and washer into the crankshaft and tighten securely. Reassembly If you only replaced the Right Crank, go to step 26. If you replaced the Left Crank, continue to step 24.
Page 31 25. Insert the Power Inlet cable connector into the Left Lower Shroud. Using a 17mm wrench, tighten the nut to secure the power cable connector. 26. Align the Right Lower Shroud with the push fasteners on the Left Lower Shroud and move the Right Lower Shroud into position. Push the Shrouds together so that the Push Fasteners are fully seated.
Page 32 29. Put the Left Mid Pedal Arm back on the Crank and move the Swing Arm end into the Mid Pedal Arm bracket. Using two 8” or longer adjustable wrenches (or M24 socket wrench and 24mm box wrench), install the indicated screw and nut. Fully tighten the nut. 30. Secure the Mid Pedal Arm to the Crank using the indicated screw and washer.
Page 33: Replace The Engine Assembly
LateralX LX3/LX3i/LX5/LX5i ™ ™ 8018908.080118.B Lateral Trainers NOTICE: This document provides instructions for the replacement of the Engine Assembly on the Bowflex LateralX LX3, LX3i, LX5 and LX5i Lateral Trainers. ™ ™ If you need assistance, please contact Customer Service (if purchased in US/Canada) or your local distributor (if purchased outside US/Canada). To find your local distributor, go to: www.nautilusinternational.com This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Page 34 Disconnect all power to the machine before you service it. Some components of the machine can be heavy or awkward. Use a second person when doing the assembly steps involving these parts. Do not do steps that involve heavy lifting or awkward movements on your own. Note: Y our machine may not match the image (LX3 is shown). For reference only.
Page 35 4. Using a 10mm hex wrench, remove the indicated Screws (by arrow) and remove the Handlebar Links. 5. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 6 indicated screws (ovals and arrows) from the Upper Shrouds. Use a flathead screwdriver to sepa- rate the Shrouds at the push fasteners. Remove the Shrouds and Mast Gasket, and set them safely aside. 6. Disconnect the cables from the Engine Assembly and the Console Mast cables. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated screws and wash- ers (arrows).
Page 36 7. Remove the Lateral Link Endcaps. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Using the Lateral Link Puller tool, remove the Lateral Links. 8. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Remove the Parallel Links. 9. Remove the Pedal Arm Topcaps.
Page 37 10. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. 11. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Remove the Pedal Arms and Collars. 12. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware and set it safely aside.
Page 38 13. Remove the Base Assemblies one at a time and set them safely aside for reassembly. Set the old Engine Assembly safely aside. This step requires two people. Note: It may be helpful to tilt the machine to the side or put a static solid object (like a book or box) under the front mount tube in order to slide the Base Assemblies off the mount tubes.
Page 39 17. Install the Base Assemblies on the new Engine Assembly one at a time. Tilt the Engine Assembly to the side and slide the correct Base Assembly into position and install the hardware. It may be helpful to put a static solid object (like a book or box) under the front tube to align the screws and holes.
Page 40: Replace The Lower Shrouds
LateralX LX3/LX3i/LX5/LX5i ™ ™ 8018909.080118.B Lateral Trainers NOTICE: This document provides instructions for the replacement of the Shrouds on the Bowflex LateralX LX3, LX3i, LX5 and LX5i Lateral Trainers. ™ ™ If you need assistance, please contact Customer Service (if purchased in US/Canada) or your local distributor (if purchased outside US/Canada). To find your local distributor, go to: www.nautilusinternational.com This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Page 41 Disconnect all power to the machine before you service it. Some components of the machine can be heavy or awkward. Use a second person when doing the assembly steps involving these parts. Do not do steps that involve heavy lifting or awkward movements on your own. Note: It is only necessary to remove parts from the side that you are replacing.
Page 42 4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 6 indicated screws (arrows) from the Upper Shrouds. Use a flathead screwdriver to separate the Shrouds at the push fasteners. Remove the Shrouds and Mast Gasket, and set them safely aside. 5. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Rotate the Lateral Link out of the way. 6. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Remove the Parallel Links.
Page 43 7. Remove the Pedal Arm Topcaps. 8. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. 9. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Remove the Pedal Arms and Collars. 10. Remove the Endcaps from the Mid Pedal Arms. Using a 13mm socket or box end wrench, remove the indicated hard- ware. Note: The hardware is very tight (factory installed).
Page 44 11. Remove the indicated screw and nut: Note: The hardware is very tight (factory installed). LX3/LX3i—Use two 8” or longer adjust- able wrenches (or M24 socket wrench and 24mm box wrench). Pivot the Swing Arms toward the front and remove the Mid Pedal Arms. LX5/LX5i—Use an M24 or 15/16” socket wrench (inside of arm) and 24mm open end wrench or adjustable wrench (outside of arm).
Page 45 14. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 5 indicated screws from the Left Lower Shroud. Carefully remove the old Left Lower Shroud and set it safely aside. 15. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the new Left Lower Shroud to the main frame.
Page 46 18. Install the new Lower Shroud to the Frame Assembly with the screws. Use a Phillips screwdriver to lock the screw in position A, then lock the screw in position B, and then tighten the screws in the other positions. 19.
Page 47 22. The remaining assembly steps are the reverse procedure. Note: P ut the Left Upper Shroud in position first. Align the Right Upper Shroud with the Push Fasteners and move the Right Shroud into position. Push the Shrouds together so that the Push Fasteners are fully seated. Using a #2 Phillips screw- driver, install the 6 screws. Re-install the Mast Gasket.
Page 48: Replace The Mast Cables
Warnings on this machine. Nautilus, Inc., www.NautilusInc.com, 5415 Centerpoint Parkway, Groveport, OH 43125 U.S.A. - Customer Service: North America (800) 605-3369, csnls@nautilus.com | outside U.S. www.nautilusinternational.com | Printed in China | © 2017 Nautilus, Inc. | Bowflex, the B logo and LateralX are trademarks owned or licensed by Nautilus, Inc., which are registered or otherwise protected by common law in the United States and other countries. | ORIGINAL DOCUMENT - ENGLISH VERSION ONLY Important Safety Instructions - Before servicing or using this equipment, obey the following warnings: This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Page 49 Disconnect all power to the machine before you service it. Some components of the machine can be heavy or awkward. Use a second person when doing the assembly steps involving these parts. Do not do steps that involve heavy lifting or awkward movements on your own. Note: Your machine may not match the image.
Page 50 4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 3 indicated screws from the Left Upper Shroud. Use a flathead screwdriver to separate the Shrouds at the push fasteners. Remove the Left Shroud and set it safely aside. 5. Disconnect the cables from the Engine Assembly and the Console Mast cables. Tie one piece of string to the Mast Cable end at the base of the Console Mast.
Page 51 6. Remove the Mast Endcap and set it aside. Disconnect the Mast Cables from the Console Cables. NOTICE: Do not crimp the cables. Do not allow the cables to fall down into the Console Mast. 7. Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the indicated hardware. Carefully remove the Static Handlebar and disconnect the cables. Set the Static Handlebar and hardware aside for reassembly.
Page 52 10. Connect the Static Handlebar cables to the new Mast Cables at the handlebar mount opening. Reinstall the Static Handlebar on the Console Mast. NOTICE: Align the clips on the cable connectors and make sure the connectors lock. Do not crimp the cables. 11.
Page 53 14. Be sure the Handlebar Link is tilted forward. Put the Wave Washers on the pivot rod. Be aware that the Handlebar Arms are top heavy, and will want to pivot when attached onto the Pivot Rod. Be sure to stay out of the path of the Handlebar.

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