• If replacement parts are necessary, use only genuine Nautilus replacement parts and hardware. Failure to use genuine replacement parts can cause a risk to users, keep the machine from operating correctly and void the warranty.
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and passage around and emergency dismounts from the machine. Keep third parties out of this space when machine is in use. • Correctly adjust and safely engage all Positional Adjustment Devices. Make sure that the Adjustment Devices do not hit the user. resistance level can occur during workouts, and be attentive in order to avoid loss of balance and possible injury.
SAFETY WARNING LABELS AND SERIAL NUMBER WARNING! • Injury or death is possible if caution is not used while using WARNING this machine. • Keep hands and • Keep children and pets away. feet away. • Read and follow all warnings on this machine.
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SPECIFICATIONS Maximum User Weight: 325 lbs. (147.4 kg) Machine Weight: Power Requirements: 48.8” (124 cm) 67.3” (171 cm) 26.4” (67 cm) Before Assembly Select the area where you are going to set up and operate your machine. For safe operation, the location must be on a Basic Assembly Tips •...
PARTS 16 (R) 13 (L) Item Description Item Description Console Seat Adjustment Handle Seat Frame Assembly Left Pedal Seat Pivot Shroud Front Stabilizer Seat Bottom Top Shroud Top Cap Right Pedal Seat Back Water Bottle Holder Seat Rail End Cap Console Mast Frame Console Pivot Shroud...
HARDWARE / TOOLS Item Description Item Description Lock Nut, M8 Curved Washer, Bolt, Partially Threaded, Thin Nut, M8 Flat Washer, M8 Lock Washer, M8 ® Loctite adhesive) Serrated Washer, M8 Lock Washer, Note: Select pieces of Hardware have been provided as spares on the Hardware Card. Be aware that there may be remaining Hardware after the proper assembly of your machine.
ASSEMBLY 1a. Attach Stabilizers to Frame Note: the front stabilizer point forward. 1b. Attach the Seat Rail End Cap to the Frame Assembly...
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2. Install the Seat Frame Assembly to the Seat Rail and Attach Top Cap NOTICE: Do not cut the ziptie on the cables in the Frame. Do not crimp the Resistance and Heart Rate Cables. Remove the ziptie on the Shock Assembly and seat slider bracket. Hand tighten all hardware first, then fully tighten it.
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3. Attach the Seat Pivot Shrouds and Seat Back to the Seat Frame Assembly...
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4. Install the Seat Recline Handle and Connect the Shock Assembly to the Seat Back Note: Put the end of the Seat Recline Handle through the opening in the Shock Shroud. Push the Seat Recline Handle through the holes in the Shock bracket (8a) and tighten the Thin Nut (L) and Serrated Washer (O) onto the Handle.
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6. Attach Seat Bottom to Seat Frame Assembly...
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7. Connect the Cables and Attach the Console Mast to Frame Assembly NOTICE: Do not crimp the cables. Install the front hardware on the Console Mast first, then the side hardware. 8. Remove Hardware from Console NOTICE: Do not crimp the cables. Note: the Console face.
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9. Install Console to Console Mast and Attach Console Pivot Shroud NOTICE: Align the clips on the cable connectors and make sure the connectors lock. Do not crimp cables.
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10. Attach Pedals to Frame Assembly NOTICE: The Left Pedal is reverse-threaded. Be sure to attach Pedals on the proper side of the Bike. Orientation is based from a seated position on the bike. The Left Pedal has an “L”, the Right Pedal an “R”. 16 (R) 13 (L) 11.
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12. Connect AC Adapter to Frame Assembly 13. Final Inspection Inspect your machine to ensure that all hardware is tight and components are properly assembled. Be sure to record the serial number in the field provided at the front of this manual. Do not use until the machine has been fully assembled and inspected for correct performance in accordance with the Owner’s Manual.
BEFORE YOU START Moving the Machine The machine may be moved by one or more persons depending on their physical abilities and capacities. Make sure that you Remove the power cord. Use the Transport Handle to carefully lift the machine onto the transport rollers. Push the machine into position.
Leveling the Machine Levelers are found on each side of the Rear Stabilizer and on the Frame Rail. On the Rear Stabilizer, turn the stabilizer foot to adjust. Do not adjust the levelers to such a height that they detach or unscrew from the machine. Injury to you or damage to the machine can occur.
Console Features The Console provides important information about your workout and lets you control the resistance levels while you Upper Display Lower Display Achievement Indicator Lights Resistance Level Quick Buttons Keypad Functions Resistance Increase ( Resistance Decrease ( goes back to the previous screen Increase ( Left ( Right (...
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™ Nautilus Dual Track Display Upper Display Data Program Display User Display Achievement Display Program Display Intensity Display The Intensity Display shows the level of work at that moment based on the current resistance level. Heart Rate Zone Display The Heart Rate Zone shows which zone the current heart rate value falls into for the current User.
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Lower Display Data SPEED TIME DISTANCE DISTANCE LEVEL HEART RATE CALORIES MPH km/h Hr MIN MILES KM section of this manual.) Speed Time tional time of the machine. Note: to hours and minutes ( 1 hour, 40 minutes ). Distance The DISTANCE display shows the distance count (miles or km) in the workout.
Connected Fitness to make hitting your daily calorie goal easier than ever! Track your results and share with friends and family. 1. Download the free Software App, named Nautilus Trainer™. The software app is available on the App Store and Google Play™.
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You may need to lightly wet the contact areas. Check that the curve of the transmitter is oriented upward. If no signal appears or you need further assistance, call your Nautilus Representative.
BPM, whereas highly trained runners may have readings of 40 BPM or lower. The Heart Rate table is an estimate of what Heart Rate Zone (HRZ) is effective to burn fat and improve your cardiovas cular system. Physical conditions vary, therefore your individual HRZ could be several beats higher or lower than what is shown.
OPERATIONS What to Wear How Often Should You Exercise Consult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again. Use the values calculated or measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only.
Power-Up / Idle Mode The Console will enter / Idle Mode if it is plugged into a power source, any button is pushed, or if it receives a signal from the RPM sensor as a result of pedaling the machine. Auto Shut-Off (Sleep Mode) mode.
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• Name—up to 10 characters • • Weight • Height • Gender • Select a User Profile that completed a workout will be the default user. accurate calorie and heart rate information. Edit User Profile 2. Push the OK button to select it. 3.
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) or Decrease( ) buttons to hide the active workout value, and push the Left( ) or Right( ) buttons to shift the active workout value. Note: to show a hidden workout value, repeat procedure and change Upper Display value to “ON” for that value. When done with customizing the Lower Display, push the OK button to set it.
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Easy Tour Stream Crossing MOUNTAINS Pike’s Peak Mount Hood Pyramids Summit Pass CHALLENGES Interval Stairs Workout Profile and Goal Program the Goal value. 1. Sit on the machine. 3. Push the Programs button. 4. Push the Left( ) or Right( ) buttons to select a Category of Workout. 5.
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Fitness Test Program Note: The Console must be able to read the heart rate information from the Contact Heart Rate (CHR) sensors or Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) to work correctly. Start to work out and hold the Heart Rate Sensors. When the test starts, the intensity of the workout slowly increases. This means you will work harder, and as a result, your heart rate increases.
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The Target Heart Rate programs use your age and other User information to set the Heart Rate Zone values for your ( “BEG” ) 2. Push the Increase( ) or Decrease( ) buttons to select Consult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint.
3. Push the Increase( ) or Decrease( ) buttons to select the Goal type, and push OK. 4. Push the Increase( ) or Decrease( ) buttons to set the value for the workout. 5. Push OK to stop the active workout and start the new workout. Pausing or Stopping The Console will go into Pause Mode if the user stops pedaling and pushes PAUSE/END during a workout, or there is no RPM signal for 5 seconds (user not pedaling).
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2. Push the GOAL TRACK button. The Console will display the LAST WORKOUT values and activate the corresponding Achievement light. Note: Goal Track statistics can be viewed even during a workout. Push GOAL TRACK and the LAST WORKOUT values 3. Push the Increase( ) button the calories burned on the display (50 calories per segment) for the previous seven days, along with the workout value totals.
CONSOLE SETUP MODE The Console Setup Mode lets you input the date and time, set the units of measurement to either English or Metric, only). ) button together for 3 sec Note: The Console display shows the Date prompt with the current setting. To change, push the Increase/Decrease buttons active value (month / day / year).
Worn or damaged components must be repaired or replaced immediately. Only manufacturer supplied components can be used to maintain and repair the equipment. If at any time the Warning labels become loose, unreadable or dislodged, contact Nautilus Customer Service for replacement labels.
Heart Rate Chest Strap Battery Replacement The heart rate (HR) chest strap uses a CR2032 battery. Do not perform this procedure outdoors or in moist or wet locations. Using a coin, loosen the slotted cover on the battery bay. Remove the cover and battery.
Maintenance Parts Console Stabilizer, Front Servo Motor Console Mast Transport Wheel Brake Assembly Water Bottle Holder Pedals Drive Belt Seat Back Shroud, Right Speed Sensor Magnet Top Cap Shroud, Upper GG Speed Sensor Seat Frame Assembly Shroud, Left Power Inlet Seat Bottom Crank Arm AC Adapter...
TROUBLESHOOTING Condition/Problem Things to Check Solution No display/partial display/ Check electrical (wall) Make sure unit is plugged into a functioning wall outlet. unit will not turn on outlet Check connection at front Connection should be secure and undamaged. Replace of unit adapter or connection at unit if either are damaged.
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Condition/Problem Things to Check Solution Check magnet position Magnet should be in place on pulley. (requires shroud removal) Check Speed Sensor Speed sensor should be aligned with magnet and connected to (requires shroud removal) data cable. Realign sensor if necessary. Replace if there is any damage to the sensor or the connecting wire.
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Fitness App is compatible. Contact appsupport@nautilus.com for further assistance. Sync accounts From the Menu icon on the Nautilus Trainer™ App, select the ™ ® ® ing from Nautilus Trainer Sync to MyFitnessPal or Under Armour Connected Fitness.
Expirations If the warranty has expired, Nautilus, Inc. may assist with replacements or repairs to parts and labor, but there will be a charge for these services. Contact a Nautilus office for information on post-warranty parts and services. Nautilus does not guarantee availability of spare parts after expiration of warranty period.
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