Nautilus Bowflex VeloCore Assembly And Owner's Manual page 28

Foot Position / Pedal Strap Adjustment
Foot pedals with straps provide secure footing to the exercise bike.
1. Put the ball of each foot in the Foot Restraint on the Pedals.
2. Fasten the strap over the shoe.
3. Repeat for the other foot.
Be sure toes and knees point directly forward to ensure maximum Pedal efficiency. Pedal straps can be left in
position for subsequent workouts.
NOTICE: If you choose to replace the Pedals with your own, then make sure to follow that pedal
manufacturer's installation specifications.
Using the Shoe Clips (Cleats)
Foot pedals that are equipped for cycling shoes with cleats provide secure footing on the exercise bike. Be
sure to turn the Pedals so that the Foot Restraint is under the Pedal.
Prior to use, make sure you understand the operation of the engagement / release mechanism
for the pedals and cleats (shoes).
1. Be sure that the arrow on top of the Pedal points forward.
2. Push the cleat down and forward to engage the Pedal.
3. Repeat for the other foot.
4. Practice engaging and disengaging from the Pedals before starting your workout.
To disengage (release) the cleats from the pedals, push the heels outward and lift.
If the body weight of a user is very low, the user may have difficulty with operation of the engagement/release
mechanism in the Pedals. It may be necessary to decrease the retention force of the mechanism. To adjust
the retention:
1. Locate the opening in the rear of the Pedal for access to the adjustment bolt. It is between the 2 screws
that attach the Foot Restraint to the Pedal.
2. Use a 3mm hex wrench to turn the adjustment bolt. To decrease the retention, turn it left (counterclock-
wise). To increase the retention, turn it right (clockwise).
Handlebar Adjustment
The ideal position should allow a slight bend in the elbows and your shoulders to fall into a relaxed position.
To adjust the handlebar position:
1. Loosen the Handlebar Post Adjustment Handle on the Handlebar Post as you hold the upright post to
prevent it from dropping. Adjust the Handlebar to the desired height.
Do not lift the Handlebar Post above the "STOP" mark on the Handlebar Post.
2. Tighten the Handlebar Post Adjustment Handle to secure the Handlebar. Be sure that the handle is fully
tightened. Pull the handle out to disengage and turn so that it points down, then release.
Note: If the handle cannot turn due to contact with another part, pull the handle, turn and push it back in to
reposition it. Continue turning as needed.
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Engage
Disengage (release)
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