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America’s top cyclists. Our company founder, evolution Greg LeMond, inspired a design for a new bike trainer, and the result is truly remarkable. Greg’s story is one of courage and heroic accomplishment. In 1986, Greg became the first American to win the longest and most physically demanding event in the world–the Tour de France.
SAFE USE GUIDELINES IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THIS SYMBOL AND/OR THE WORD “WARNING” IN BOLD INDICATE A POTENTIAL FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INjURY. TAkE NOTE OF IMPORTANT OPER- ATING, SERVICING OR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EXERCISE EQUIPMENT THESE GUIDELINES ARE DIRECTED TO YOU, AS THE OWNER OF THIS EXERCISE EQUIPMENT.
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• Although all equipment manufactured by LeMond Fitness, Inc. has been thoroughly inspected by the manufacturing facility prior to shipment, proper assembly and regular maintenance are required to ensure safety. Maintenance is the sole responsibility of the owner.
Serial Number Plate: Contains valuable informa- Drive Belt: A toothed belt is used to transfer the tion about your LeMond evolution pedaling force to the fan. Leveling Feet: Allows for adjustment of the Cassette: Designed to be compatible with Shi- to ensure a stable base.
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Your LeMond should arrive packed in 1 carton. Upon arrival fully inspect the carton for evolution damage. If damage is found please contact the delivery company and the LeMond Customer Service Department at (425) 482-6773 to report any damage. UNPACkING Remove all components and parts from the packaging and check them against the list below and Figure 1.1.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY WARNING: THE BODY ASSEMBLY WEIGHS 28LBS (12.7 kG). USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING THE BODY ASSEMBLY AND BE SURE TO SUPPORT THE ASSEMBLY PROPERLY WHILE INSTALLING THE BASE ASSEMBLY. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR INjURY.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Install the base assembly to the body assembly using the included 60mm screw and two 15mm screws removed from the shipping base. (Figure 1.2) • Begin by starting the longer (60mm) screw through the center arm of the base assembly into the body assembly.
BICYCLE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS MOUNTING YOUR BICYCLE TO THE LEMOND REvOLUTION Note: The LeMond is shipped from the factory equipped with a Shimano®/SRAM® compatible evolution 10-speed cassette. If your bike is equipped with a 9-speed Shimano®/SRAM® derailleur or Campagno- lo® derailleur please follow the instructions on page 19 to change cassettes and/or cassette adapters.
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BICYCLE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS With the chain resting on the smallest sprocket and the chain stays resting on the axle, evolution press down gently on the bicycle seat and roll the bicycle forward. As the bicycle rolls forward it will drop about an inch as the dropouts seat onto the axle. (Figure 3.3) Figure 3.3 Continue holding the seat down and lift the front tire off the ground.
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Tighten the acorn nut on the quick release skewer while holding the lever on the opposite side and lock the skewer with the lever. (Figure 3.4) WARNING: SECURELY CLAMPING THE BIkE TO THE REVOLUTION WITH THE CAM ACTION RETENTION DEVICE TAkES CONSIDERABLE FORCE. IF YOU CAN FULLY CLOSE THE CAM LEVER...
FOR THE FIRST TIME. START PEDALING SLOWLY TO GET A FEEL FOR THE EQUIPMENT. RIDING THE REVOLUTION FEELS A LOT LIkE RIDING ON THE ROAD, BUT TAkES A FEW MINUTES TO GET USED TO. SHIFT THROUGH THE GEARS TO ENSURE CLEAN AND PROPER SHIFTING. IT SHOULD...
GENERAL EXERCISE GUIDELINES GENERAL EXERCISE GUIDELINES setting A gOAl The first step to a successful exercise program is to set realistic goals and objectives. Do you want an exercise program that is geared to build muscle, maintain muscle tone, increase aerobic capacity, or lose weight? In order to ensure that you fully receive all the benefits of a sound exercise program, you need to first identify the existence (if any) of risk factors that may influence the design of your exercise program.
GENERAL EXERCISE GUIDELINES eXercise principles * The American College of Sports Medicine has developed a position paper concerning exercise programs for healthy adults and the need for guidelines. The following recommendations concern the quantity and quality of exercise training for developing and maintaining cardiovascular fitness in a healthy adult: •...
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN YOUR BICYCLE WHILE IT IS MOUNTED ON THE REVOLUTION. CHAIN AND DRIVETRAIN DEGREASERS CAN PENETRATE SEALED BEARINGS AND DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. In addition to regular bike maintenance we recommend that you perform the following: •...
• Shimano®, SRAM® or Campagnolo® Cassette of Choice (9 or 10-speed) • Campagnolo® Cassette Adaptor (if changing to Campagnolo®) [LeMond P/N: 250094] instructiOns: Remove the axle skewer from the using caution to retain the spacer on the fan side.
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CASSETTE ADAPTOR ASSEMBLY Remove the cassette adaptor assembly. (Figure 4.1) Hub Nut Figure 4.2 Before proceeding make sure that the adaptor spacer is still present on the shaft in the hub recess. The adaptor spacer slides freely on the shaft and may have slid out during removal of the cassette adaptor.
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CASSETTE ADAPTOR ASSEMBLY Install the replacement Campagnolo® adaptor onto the shaft and reinstall the 16mm hub nut. Tighten the nut to 2.5 N m (22 in-lb). (Figure 4.1) Note: In some cases the bearing inside the adaptor will come loose during installation. If the bearing moves, be sure that the spacer between the bearings is still in place and push the bearing back into place by pressing around the outside edge of the bearing.
Rear derailleur skips shifts while riding Note: We designed the Revolution to be compatible with a large variety of bicycles, however, there are some cases where the derailleur may not be fully compatible with the cassette. If skipped and missed shifts are limiting the effectivity of your workout please follow the steps below.
WARRANTY Warranty This is to certify that the LeMond® Revolution™ is warranted by LeMond Fitness Inc. to be free of all defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty does not apply to any defect caused by negligence, misuse, accident, alteration, improper maintenance, or an “act of God. ”...
To validate your product warranty, evolution please have the primary user of the product complete the following information and return to LeMond Fitness within 60 working days from the date of equipment installation. NAME OF PURCHASER ADDRESS CITY...
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION Mail Warranty to: 15540 Woodinville-Redmond Rd NE Building A, Suite 100 Woodinville, WA 98072 USA...
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15540 Woodinville-Redmond Road NE Suite A100 Woodinville, WA 98072 USA www.LeMondfitness.com Telephone (+1) 425.482.6773 Fax: (+1) 425.482.6724 Document #300223, Rev B...
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