USE MANUAL dynamic indoor rower
concept2.com TABLE OF CONTENTS USE & TRAINING The Dynamic Indoor Rower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Leveling the Dynamic Indoor Rower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Setting the Flexfoot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Use of Handle Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Use of the Optional Wind Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Important Safety Notes . . . . . . . . .
USE AND TRAINING THE DYNAMIC INDOOR ROWER Seat bungee Performance Monitor Generator Cable Front Leg/ Monitor Arm Assembly Generator Handle Hook Wind Shield Seat Foot Carriage Drive Cord Front Seat Stop Rail Assembly Front Foot Stop Rear Foot Stop Rear Seat Stop Damper Foot Connector to drive cord Front Foot Leveling Screws Flywheel Return Mechanism Box (Return Tension Shock Cord inside) Casters for transport Shuttle Channel (Drive Cord System inside) LEVELING THE DYNAMIC INDOOR ROWER The D
USE AND TRAINING SETTING THE FLEXFOOT 1 2 3 USE OF THE HANDLE HOOK 1. The handle should be placed in the foot carriage handle hook whenever the machine is not in use. 2. Before you row, secure your feet in the foot carriage, then grasp the handle from the handle hook. 3. When finishing a training session, secure the handle in the foot carriage handle hook, then remove your feet from the foot carriage.
USE AND TRAINING IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES Use of this machine with a worn or weakened part, such as the chain, drive cord, sprockets, cord/handle connector, handle u-bolt or shock cord, may result in injury to the user. When in doubt about the condition of any part, Concept2 strongly advises that it be replaced immediately. Use only genuine Concept2 parts. Use of other parts may result in injury or poor performance of machine. Perform proper maintenance as described in the Maintenance section on page 11.
USE AND TRAINING PROPER ROWING TECHNIQUE The rowing stroke can be divided into two parts: the drive and the recovery. The drive is the work portion of the stroke; the recovery is the rest portion that prepares you for the next drive. The body movements of the recovery are essentially the reverse of the drive. Blend these movements into a smooth continuum to create the rowing stroke. To view a video demonstrating proper rowing technique, watch Precision on the Dynamic at concept2.com/technique.
USE AND TRAINING GETTING STARTED 1. Start your exercise program gradually. Row no more than five minutes the first day to let your body adjust to the new exercise. 2. Gradually increase your rowing time and intensity over the first two weeks. Do not row at full power until you are comfortable with the technique and have rowed for at least a week.
OVERVIEW OF THE PERFORMANCE MONITOR (PM5) For Model D, Model E and Dynamic Indoor Rowers, and the SkiErg. Getting Started: • The PM5 will power up when you start to row or ski, or press MENU. • Use the MENU button to access all features. • Before your first workout, set the correct date and time to ensure your results are associated with the proper date. It is not possible to edit the dates and times of past workouts. • Visit concept2.com/PM5 for more information.
PM5 Menu Map (Visit concept2.com/PM5 for more information.) Sample Display Strokes per minute (s/m). Total elapsed time. Pace (in time) per 500m (calculated each stroke). Your pace is the amount of time it takes to row or ski 500m. A smaller time is faster. Total meters rowed or skied. Average pace (in time) per 500m. This is the average for your entire workout. Heart rate (Optional. Requires additional chest belt.) Memory Projected meters in 30 minutes if the current average pace is maintained.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: The safety level of the machine can be maintained only if it is examined regularly for damage and wear. Replace defective components immediately to ensure safety and performance or keep machine out of use until repair. RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On a Regular Basis Firmware is the internal software that runs your Performance Monitor. Your PM comes pre-installed with the latest firmware, however, new and improved versions are offered regularly.
Every 250 Hours of Use Monthly for Institutional Users: 1. Tighten the shock cord if the return force on the handle is not as much as desired. 1 3 2 4 2. Check for dust inside the flywheel with a flashlight. Vacuum if needed. 1. 2. 3. 12 4. 5.
6. 7. 3. Check screws for tightness, including those used for assembly. CONCEPT2 DYNAMIC INDOOR ROWER WARRANTY INFORMATION Concept2 Indoor Rowers are backed by a limited 2 year and 5 year warranty. For complete warranty information in the U.S. and Canada, visit concept2.com/warranty. For warranty information outside the U.S. and Canada, contact the authorized Concept2 dealer in your territory. A list of authorized Concept2 dealers can be found at concept2.com/international.