Schwinn 190 Troubleshooting Manual
Resistance is not changing correctly
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3/11/24, 3:06 PM
Schwinn 190 & 290 Bikes: Why is the resistance not changing correctly?
Follow this troubleshooting guide to help resolve resistance issues on the Schwinn 190 and 290 bikes.
Some common complaints may include:
Resistance doesn't change
Resistance isn't displayed on the console
Bike is too easy to pedal
Bike is too difficult to pedal
Follow these steps to troubleshoot the issue
Tools you may need:
Phillips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
6mm hex/Allen wrench, or the wrench from the hardware
card included with your machine
2mm hex/Allen wrench
1.
Start a workout using the Start button on the console. Pedal your bike and adjust the resistance using the Resistance
Up/Down and Quick Level buttons. Observe the console and check if the displayed resistance changes:
Resistance displayed as 000, does not change
Resistance momentarily changes, then reverts to the original level
Resistance is erratic/inconsistent
Resistance displayed on the console is 000 and does not change
Check the cable connection between the console and the base hub board.
1.
Remove the console pivot cover from behind the console (reference 1) and inspect the cable connection for damage
or missing connections.
2.
If damage is present,
Remove the pivot cover (red square) and inspect the cable connection inside the mast (red arrow).
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Schwinn 190 & 290 Bikes: Why is the resistance not changing correctly?
order Main Mast Cables
Schwinn 190 (left) and Schwinn 290 (right).
[14518.B].
Reference 1
ID: 14518.4
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Summary of Contents for Schwinn 190
- Page 1 Schwinn 190 & 290 Bikes: Why is the resistance not changing correctly? Schwinn 190 & 290 Bikes: Why is the resistance not changing correctly? ID: 14518.4 Follow this troubleshooting guide to help resolve resistance issues on the Schwinn 190 and 290 bikes. Some common complaints may include: Resistance doesn't change...
- Page 2 Reference 2 The Base Hub is shown with the cover on and off, highlighted in red (Left Schwinn 190; Right Schwinn 290). The Base Hub is located on the frame of the bike near the servo motor. It has a black cover and will have cables coming out of it.
- Page 3 3/11/24, 3:06 PM Schwinn 190 & 290 Bikes: Why is the resistance not changing correctly? (Base Hub orientation may vary based on model, Schwinn 190 pictured) The color-coded arrows indicate which Base Hub connections belong to which cables. Red: Main Mast Cables Yellow: Base Hub to RPM &...
- Page 4 Reference 4.2 The resistance sensor is located on the frame of your bike (left Schwinn 190; right Schwinn 290) Make sure the resistance sensor (highlighted red) is secured in the housing. Check the screws (highlighted yellow) and make sure they're fully tightened.
- Page 5 Schwinn 190 & 290 Bikes: Why is the resistance not changing correctly? The magnet carriage return spring is located between the resistance magnets and servo motor (left Schwinn 190; right Schwinn 290) The spring (highlighted red) should be attached to the magnet carriage (highlighted yellow) as shown above.
- Page 6 3/11/24, 3:06 PM Schwinn 190 & 290 Bikes: Why is the resistance not changing correctly? Resistance Magnet 8028713 Resistance Sensor 8028711 Resistance Sensor Arm 8026328 Servo Linkage Arm 8026470 Tensioner Spring 8030187 Schwinn 190 Upright Bike Engine Cables 8028717 Magnet Carriage Return Spring...
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