Concept2 Dynamic - Indoor Rower Manual

USE AND TRAINING

THE DYNAMIC INDOOR ROWER

LEVELING THE DYNAMIC INDOOR ROWER

The Dynamic Indoor Rower should be approximately level for the moving components to work properly.
Use the front foot leveling screws to fine tune the level as follows:
Have a friend watch you row:

• If the seat tends to stretch the bungee more to the front of the machine than the rear while rowing, raise the front of the Dynamic Indoor Rower by turning both front foot leveling screws clockwise several turns.
• If the seat tends to stretch the bungee more to the rear of the machine than the front while rowing, lower the front of the Dynamic Indoor Rower by turning both front foot leveling screws counter-clockwise several turns.

SETTING THE FLEXFOOT

USE OF THE HANDLE HOOK

1. The handle should be placed in the foot carriage handle hook whenever the machine is not in use.
2. Before you row, secure your feet in the foot carriage, then grasp the handle from the handle hook.
3. When finishing a training session, secure the handle in the foot carriage handle hook, then remove your feet from the foot carriage.

USE OF THE OPTIONAL WIND SHIELD

The clear plastic Wind Shield located on the top of the flywheel is an optional accessory designed to deflect air coming from the flywheel away from the rower's body. If you prefer the additional breeze, the Wind Shield can be easily removed by bending it slightly and pulling the tabs at either end out of the flywheel enclosures.
Using the Wind Shield will slightly reduce the current drag factor setting, making it feel like you're rowing in a slightly lower damper setting. The flywheel damper may be adjusted as needed to maintain the desired feel. More about damper setting and drag factor can be found at concept2.com.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

Use of this machine with a worn or weakened part, such as the chain, drive cord, sprockets, cord/handle connector, handle u-bolt or shock cord, may result in injury to the user. When in doubt about the condition of any part, Concept2 strongly advises that it be replaced immediately. Use only genuine Concept2 parts. Use of other parts may result in injury or poor performance of machine. Perform proper maintenance as described in the Maintenance section.

1. Do not use if drive cord shows excessive signs of wear.
   

2. The machine must be used on a stable, level surface.
   

3. Place handle in the foot carriage handle hook whenever the machine is not in use.
   

4. Pull straight back on the handle with both hands. Do not row with one hand only.
   

5. Keep children, pets and fingers away from the seat and rail assembly, seat rollers, all chains and the drive cord.
   

6. Do not leave the Dynamic Indoor Rower unattended in a standing position. Stand it up only for access to machine for maintenance.
   

BEFORE YOUR FIRST ROW

1. Consult your physician. Be sure that it is not dangerous for you to undertake a strenuous exercise program.
2. Carefully review the rowing technique information. Improper technique such as extreme layback or jumping off the seat can result in injury.

PROPER ROWING TECHNIQUE

The rowing stroke can be divided into two parts: the drive and the recovery. The drive is the work portion of the stroke; the recovery is the rest portion that prepares you for the next drive. The body movements of the recovery are essentially the reverse of the drive. Blend these movements into a smooth continuum to create the rowing stroke.
To view a video demonstrating proper rowing technique, watch Precision on the Dynamic at concept2.com/technique.

GETTING STARTED

1. Start your exercise program gradually. Row no more than five minutes the first day to let your body adjust to the new exercise.
2. Gradually increase your rowing time and intensity over the first two weeks. Do not row at full power until you are comfortable with the technique and have rowed for at least a week. Like any physical activity, if you increase the volume and intensity too rapidly, fail to warm up properly, or use poor technique, you will increase the risk of injury.
3. Aim for a stroke rate of between 24 and 30 spm (strokes per minute).
   WORKOUT 1: Start with a row of 3-5 minutes. then take a break to stretch and walk around. If you feel good, do up to four of these short intervals of rowing. That's enough for the first day. You can repeat workout 1 for several days. Visit concept2.com/start for additional information and first workouts.
   MONITOR YOUR PROGRESS: Monitoring your progress is one of the best ways to stay motivated and achieve your goals. We recommend signing up for our free Online Logbook, where you can record all your workouts and participate in the many challenges offered throughout the year. Visit concept2.com/logbook.

WORKOUT INTENSITY

• The harder you push with your legs and pull the handle, the more resistance you will feel. This is because the Concept2 Dynamic Indoor Rower uses wind resistance, which is generated by the spinning flywheel. The faster you get the wheel spinning, the more resistance there will be.
• You can row as hard or as easy as you wish. The indoor rower will not force you to row at any set intensity level. It is up to you. As you put more effort into your rowing, you will achieve a faster pace, produce more watts, and burn more calories. All of these outputs will be measured and displayed by the Performance Monitor (PM). Keep your goals in mind. For example, if your goal is to burn a lot of calories, it is more important to row for a long time than to row hard. If you row too hard, you won't last as long.

DAMPER SETTINGS ON THE FLYWHEEL

The damper setting is like bicycle gearing. It affects the feel of the rowing but does not directly affect the resistance. With a little experimentation, you will find the damper setting that gives you the best workout and results. We recommend a damper setting of 3–5 for the best aerobic workout. This is the setting that feels most like a sleek, fast boat on the water. Higher settings feel more like a bigger, slower boat. Rowing with the damper setting too high can be detrimental to your training program because it may reduce your output and increase your risk of injury.

MAINTENANCE

The safety level of the machine can be maintained only if it is examined regularly for damage and wear. Replace defective components immediately to ensure safety and performance or keep machine out of use until repair.

RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
On a Regular Basis
Firmware is the internal software that runs your Performance Monitor. Your PM comes pre-installed with the latest firmware, however, new and improved versions are offered regularly. We offer free software called the Concept2 Utility that makes it easy to update your PM with the latest firmware version at any time. Visit concept2.com/pm5firmware for more information.

Daily
Wipe seat and rail assembly clean with a cloth or nonabrasive scouring pad after use with a household all-purpose cleaner. Do not use mineral acids, bleach products or coarse abrasives.

To ensure the quality feel of the foot carriage rollers on the rail assembly, it is vital that this area be cleaned on both sides of monorail after every use. If this area is not cleaned regularly, the foot stretcher movement will feel bumpy and rough.

Every 50 Hours of Use
Weekly for Institutional Users:

1. Lubricate the chain with a teaspoon of purified mineral oil, 3-IN-ONE® oil, or 20W motor oil. Apply oil to a paper towel, and rub the paper towel along entire length of chain. Wipe off the excess. Repeat if needed. Do not clean the chain with any kind of cleaner or solvent, e.g. WD-40^®.
   
2. Inspect drive cord for wear. The drive cord is a single cord that is connected to the handle on one end and the foot carriage on the other end. Inspect the entire length of the drive cord for wear, including the section that is inside the shuttle channel, by pulling the handle all the way out.
   

Every 250 Hours of Use
Monthly for Institutional Users:

1. Tighten the shock cord if the return force on the handle is not as much as desired.
   
2. Check for dust inside the flywheel with a flashlight. Vacuum if needed.
   
   
3. Check screws for tightness, including those used for assembly.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
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