CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..............................3 MEDICAL / SAFETY ............................3 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..........................4 GENERAL PARTS IDENTIFICATION ........................ 5 SETTING UP ................................6 CORRECT ROWING GUIDE ..........................10 COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONS ........................... 15 EXPLODED VIEW .............................. 34 PARTS LIST ................................. 35 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................
INTRODUCTION Congratulations! Welcome to the world of the Air Magnetic Rower. The Air Magnetic Rower is one of the finest and most comprehensive rowing machines available. We know as we have been designing rowing machines for over a decade. By choosing Air Magnetic Rower, you have made a decision that will improve the health and fitness and well being for you and your family.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Air Magnetic Rower is made of the highest quality materials, it is still important that you take care of your Air Magnetic Rower on a regular basis. Your Air Magnetic Rower is for indoor use only and should NOT be used or stored in damp areas. Wipe all perspiration from your Air Magnetic Rower after each use.
DO NOT attempt to modify or alter your Air Magnetic Rower as it will be considered tampering and will invalidate your warranty. Please continue to read the Owner's Manual and all safety instructions thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the Air Magnetic Rower before using it. DESIGNERS NOTE: The return spring on the Air Magnetic Rower has been designed with the lightest possible force.
SETTING UP IMPORTANT: Clear a workout area 1 x 2.5 Meters before setting-up your Air Magnetic Rower. Ensure the floor is solid and level. UNFOLDING Two people are required to unfold the Air Magnetic Rower. One person to hold the ALUMINUM BEAM [001] while the other person releases the CLAMP KNOB [125] 1) With the Air Magnetic rower in the folded position, rotate the CLAMP KNOB [125] anticlockwise five to seven turns.
1) Straddle the ALUMINUM BEAM [001]. 2) Correctly position the SEAT [119] beneath you. 3) Sit down taking care that the SEAT [119] has not moved. HEEL SUPPORT PRE ADJUSTMENT There are ten heel support settings clearly numbered. Before exercising move the HEEL SUPPORT [126] to setting number one. 1) Squeeze the HEEL SUPPORT LEVERS to release the locking mechanism.
Memorize the setting number best suited for future reference. 1) With your feet tightly secured by the FOOT STRAP [710].simply push the HEEL SUPPORT [126] up to your heel to take up any slack as shown in the above diagram. 2) Memorize the setting number best suited to you for future reference.
1) Rotate the AIR VENT CONTROL KNOB to adjust the air flow direction. 2) To stop all air flow, rotate fully down. HANDLE BAR HOLDER When you have finished your workout remember to store the HANDLE BAR into the HANDLE BAR HOLDER [108].
FOLDING Folding the Air Magnetic Rower is the reverse of the unfolding procedure. WARNING: When unfolding and folding the Air Magnetic Rower to avoid serious injury keep finger and hands away from folding hinge points. 1) With the Air Magnetic Rower in the flat position, rotate the CLAMP KNOB [125] anticlockwise five to seven turns.
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The body stretches too far forward. The shins may be past vertical. The head and shoulders tend to drop towards the feet. The body is in a weak position for the stroke. SOLUTION The shins are vertical. The body is pressed up to the legs. The arms are fully extended and relaxed, body tilted slightly forward.
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BENT WRISTS INCORRECT The user bends their wrists at any time through the stroke. SOLUTION Always row with flat wrists through the entire stroke. PULLING THE BODY TO THE HANDLE INCORRECT At the finish, the user, instead of pulling the handle to the body, pulls themselves forward to the handle.
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SOLUTION At the finish the user leans back slightly, holds the legs down and draws the handle to the body using the upper body as a firm platform. FLYING ELBOWS INCORRECT The user’s elbows are sticking out from the body at the finish and the handle is at chest level. SOLUTION Draw the handle to the body.
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LOCKING THE KNEES INCORRECT At the end of the stroke the user locks the knees making the legs straight. SOLUTION Always keep the legs slightly bend in the fully extended position, do not lock the knees.
PROGRAM COUNT This Computer has the following Programs: 1 x PACE BOAT PROGRAM 1 x RACE PROGRAM 2 x INTERVAL PROGRAMS ~ INTERVAL DISTANCE and INTERVAL TIME 4 x HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAMS 60% 75% 90% and Target Heart Rate 1 x WATTS CONTROL PROGRAM 5 x PERSONAL PROFILE PROGRAMS one per user, stored in the computer’s memory 25 x PROFILE PROGRAMS which includes the endless RANDOM PROFILES...
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12. HOW TOO: COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONS for those who will not read this booklet the computer automatically starts at the MAIN MENU. However, if at any time you wish to return to the Main Menu then simply press the MENU Key. PACER OR PACE BOAT PROGRAM The PACER PROGRAM allows you to row beside a pace boat to help you pace your workout.
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RACE PROGRAM The RACE PROGRAM allows you to row against any USERS AVERAGE TIME/500M. Race father against son, mother against daughter. Be the best in your family. 1. RACE PROGRAM From the Main Menu, press the SELECT Keys to scroll and select the “RACE” Program. Then press the ENTER Key to confirm your selection.
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NOTE: To return to the Main Menu press the MENU Key. 2.1. INTERVAL DISTANCE PROGRAM Press the SELECT Keys to scroll and select the "INTERVAL DISTANCE" Program. Then press the ENTER Key to confirm your selection. 2.2. INTERVAL TIME PROGRAM Press the SELECT Keys to scroll and select the "INTERVAL TIME"...
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The % HEART RATE PROGRAMS are designed to keep your heart rate/pulse at the constant level you have selected. Every 30 x seconds the computer will check your heart rate/pulse against what you have selected and will automatically adjust the Resistance LEVELS accordingly. All Heart Rate Programs require a heart rate signal via a compatible Chest Strap.
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THR ~ TARGET HEART RATE PROGRAM The TARGET HEART RATE PROGRAM is designed to keep your heart rate/pulse at the constant level you have selected. Every 30 x seconds the computer will check your heart rate/pulse against what you have selected and will automatically adjust the Resistance LEVELS accordingly.
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to calculate your THR at 60%, 75% and 90%, that is our suggested training zone. We also suggest that you start your workouts at the 60% THR and increase your THR % as your fitness improves. TARGET HEART RATE FORMULA: 220 - AGE x THR% (e.g. 220 - 30 years old x 60% = THR 114) WATTS PROGRAM The WATTS PROGRAM is designed to keep your watt output at a constant level you have selected.
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5. TARGET VALUES TARGET VALUES are optional. To bypass all “TARGET VALUES” press and hold the ENTER Key. To bypass an individual “TARGET VALUE” press the ENTER Key. To select a “TARGET VALUE” press the SELECT Keys. Then press the ENTER Key to confirm your selection.
NOTE: To return to the Main Menu press the MENU Key. 2. PROFILE SELECTION Press the SELECT Keys to scroll and select a “PROFILE”. Then press the ENTER Key to confirm your selection. NOTE: To return to the Main Menu press the MENU Key. 3.
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NOTE: To return to the Main Menu press the MENU Key. 2. START ROWING Remember to STOP rowing immediately after the five minutes are up. NOTE: During your workout you cannot adjust the Resistance LEVELS by pressing the SELECT Keys. GAME A five minute GAME with high score.
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1. USER DATA From the Main Menu, press the SELECT Keys to scroll and select “USER DATA”. Then press the ENTER Key to confirm your selection. NOTE: To return to the Main Menu press the MENU Key. 2. SELECT USER Press the SELECT Keys to scroll and select “NEW USER”...
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NOTE: To bypass all the remaining columns, press and hold the ENTER Key. This is extremely useful when making small adjustments to your custom PROFILE. USER DELETE DELETE AN EXISTING USER For whatever reason, we have made it simple to delete an existing User. 1.
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The "HOW TOO" is the last Main Menu selection and are COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONS for those who will not read this booklet. FYI ~ It reads as follows: SELECT KEYS = PRESS THE SELECT KEYS TO SCROLL AND SELECT PRESS AND HOLD A SELECT KEY TO FAST TRACK ENTER KEY = PRESS THE ENTER KEY TO CONFIRM YOUR SELECTION PRESS AND HOLD THE ENTER KEY TO BYPASS AN ENTIRE SELECTION START/STOP/RESET KEY = PRESS THE START KEY TO BEGIN YOUR WORKOUT...
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BMI: BODY MASS INDEX is one of the most accurate ways to determine when extra weight translates into a health risk. Number Classification Risk Below 18 Underweight Low Risk 19 - 25 Normal Average Risk 26 - 30 Overweight High Risk 31 and above Excess Weight Extreme Risk...
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TIME/500M – PULSE – SPM - WATTS ALARMS TIME/500M – PULSE – SPM - WATTS Minimum and Maximum Alarms are optional. Minimum and Maximum Alarms are a helpful tool if used wisely. We strongly suggest that only one or two alarms be used at any one time.
Target Heart Rate Program TARGET HEART RATE 140 bpm (30~220 bpm in single steps) User Data YEARS 35 (10~99 in 1x year steps) SEX - GENDER Female (or Male) HEIGHT METRIC Female 163 cm ~ Male 178 cm (90~240 cm in 1x cm steps) HEIGHT IMPERIAL Female 5 foot 4 inches ~ Male 5 foot 10 inches (3~8 feet in 1x inch steps) WEIGHT METRIC Female 60 kg ~ Male 86 kg (30~200 kg in 1x kg steps) WEIGHT IMPERIAL Female 135 lb ~ Male 190 lb (60~440 lb in 1x lb steps)
MEDICAL SAFETY WARNING If you experience any pain or tightness in your chest, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, faintness, or unusual discomfort upon exercising, stop and consult a physician. WARM-UP AND COOL-DOWN Remember to warm-up and cool-down. Limbering up "cold" muscles and cooling down after exercise are important injury prevention measures.
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get confused with calorie (cal) gram calorie or small calorie. One kilocalorie equals 1000 small calories. A kilocalorie is often (but certainly not always!) distinguished from the small calorie by capitalizing its name and symbol. One kilocalorie per hour = 1.163 watt. RECYCLE Help save the planet.
PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION ALUMINUM BEAM MAIN FRAME DIE CAST PIVOT DIE CAST PIVOT SHAFT STABILIZER - FRONT STABILIZER - REAR REAR BRACKET ALI HANDLE BAR SEAT CARRIAGE - SIDE PLATE SEAT CARRIAGE - SHAFT GUIDE ROLLER - BOLT GUIDE ROLLER - PLATE FOOT REST - RIGHT FOOT REST –...
BEARING BEARING BEARING BEARING CLUTCH ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations on your purchase of the Air Magnetic Rower. This product has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs and requirements of light commercial use. Please carefully read the instructions prior to assembly and first use. Be sure to keep the instructions for reference and/or maintenance.
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STEP 2 Open the carton as shown in the diagram below. NOTE: To protect the Air Magnetic Rower while assembling we suggest that you do not remove the Protective Packing Material until it is absolutely necessary. STEP 3 a) Place the MAIN FRAME [002] in the Carton Lid as shown in the diagram below. b) Remove 4 x BOLT [300] from MAIN FRAME [002] with the TOOL provided.
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STEP 5 a) Remove the ALUMINUM BEAM [001] from the Carton and place it on top of the Carton Lid as shown in the diagram below. b) Remove 4 x BOLT [300] from ALUMINUM BEAM [001] and 2 x BOLT [302] from REAR STABILIZER [006] with the TOOL provided.
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STEP 7 a) Remove 4 x BOLT [300] from SEAT [119] with the TOOL provided. b) Assemble SEAT [119] with the same 4 x BOLT [300] and tighten firmly. STEP 8 a) Remove 4 x BOLT [303] from CARRIAGE with the TOOL provided. b) Assemble 2 x SEAT CARRIAGE COVER [117] with the same 4 x BOLT [303] and tighten firmly.
NOTE: Ensure that the 2 x SEAT CARRIAGE COVER [117] engage correctly into each other as shown in the diagram below. STEP 9 Remove all Protective Packing Material and discard. ASSEMBLY COMPLETE! It is important to read the Owner’s Manual and all safety instructions to familiarize yourself with the Air Magnetic Rower before using it.