Maintenance; Moving Your Schwinn ® Exercise Bike; Leveling Your Schwinn ® Exercise Bike - Schwinn 231 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE OFYOUR SCHWINN ®
EXERCISE BiKE
m Moving your Exercise Bike
To move the recumbent bike, carefully but securely
lift the rear end of the bike and slowly steer the bike
to the desired location (Fig A). To move the upright
bike, carefully but securely pull the handlebars
toward you while gently pushing the front of the
bike downward and slowly steer the bike to the
desired location (Fig B). Be gentle while moving the
unit as any sharp impact directly or indirectly to the
computer can affect computer operation.
Fig. A
m Leveling your Exercise Bike
Levelers are located on each side of the rear stabilizer.
Rotate the knob on the top of each stabilizer end cap
in the direction of the %" to raise the leveler foot and
rotate the knob in the direction of the "-"to lower the
stabilizer foot. Check to make sure the bike is level
and stable before beginning to exercise. Repeat the
above as necessary.
Fig. B
I Maintenance
Disconnect power supply before maintaining
or servicing the bike. Use a damp cloth to wipe your
bike and computer free of sweat. Inspect the bike
before each use. Replace all parts at the first sign
of wear or damage. Call your authorized Schwinn ®
Fitness products distributor if you have any questions
on the proper use or maintenance of this equipment or
contact Nautilus, Inc. Customer Service at I-BOO-NAUTILUS (628-8458).
The safety level provided by the design of this equipment can only be maintained
when the equipment is regularly examined for damage and wear. Inoperable
components should be replaced immediately or the equipment be put out of use
until it is repaired. Only Nautilus-trained or Nautilus-authorized personnel should
carry out, extensions, readjustments, modifications, or repairs.
Daily: Before each use inspect for loose, broken, damaged or worn parts. Do not use
if found in this condition; repair or replace.
Weekly: Check for smooth seat slider, handlebar slider, and console tilt operation.
Wipe any dust, dirt, or grime from the surfaces. If needed, sparingly apply a thin
coating of silicone lube to ease operation.
Monthly: Check pedals and crank arms and tighten as necessary. Check all bolts and
screws and tighten as necessary.
iMPORTANT:To avoid damaging the finish on your bike and computer, never use
a petroleum-based solvent when cleaning. Avoid getting excessive moisture on the
computer.
3O