Bowflex VeloCore 16 Troubleshooting Manual

Adjust the resistance

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VeloCore 16 and 22: How do I adjust the resistance?

Follow this troubleshooting guide to help adjust the resistance on the VeloCore 16 and 22 bikes.

Some common complaints may include:

Too easy to pedal

Too difficult to pedal

Follow these steps to troubleshoot the issue

Check for updates on your machine. Verify you have a good Wi-Fi connection. Unplug your machine and plug it back

in. When the BowFlex or JRNY page displaying serial numbers in the 4 corners appears, tap the upper right corner 10

times within 3 seconds (reference 1.1). If you are unable to reach this screen, log out and tap the upper right corner

10 times within 3 seconds from the Log In screen (reference 1.2).

The initial screen showing the BowFlex or JRNY logo appears with serial numbers in each corner. Tap the upper right corner 10 times within

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VeloCore 16 and 22:  How do I adjust the resistance?

(Reference 1.1)

3 seconds to access the menu to force an update.

(Reference 1.2)

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Page 1 10 times within 3 seconds from the Log In screen (reference 1.2). (Reference 1.1) The initial screen showing the BowFlex or JRNY logo appears with serial numbers in each corner. Tap the upper right corner 10 times within 3 seconds to access the menu to force an update.
Page 2 3/11/24, 2:05 PM VeloCore 16 and 22:  How do I adjust the resistance? The Log In screen appears after logging out or if you missed the opportunity to access the menu from the previous screen. Tap the upper right corner 10 times within 3 seconds to access the menu to force an update.
Page 3 3/11/24, 2:05 PM VeloCore 16 and 22:  How do I adjust the resistance? Bike is too easy or too difficult to pedal Tools you may need: Crank puller (if removing crank arms for troubleshooting) Phillips head screwdriver Resistance is adjusted by manipulating the resistance knob on your bike (reference 1). To increase the resistance, turn the resistance knob clockwise.
Page 4 3/11/24, 2:05 PM VeloCore 16 and 22:  How do I adjust the resistance? The magnetic brake arm (red, labeled 'LL') is located on the flywheel. If the brake arm does not move or the issue persists, remove the left main shroud using a Phillips head screwdriver.
Page 5 VeloCore 16 and 22:  How do I adjust the resistance? Please note that if you did not purchase your machine directly from BowFlex, Schwinn, or Nautilus, we will need a copy of your purchase receipt in order to register your machine for warranty.

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