User’s Product Manual LifeCore LC-R88 Rower
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the R88 Rower. This product has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs and requirements of domestic use. By Choosing your R88 Rower, you have made a wise decision that will improve the health of you and your family. Being fit and healthy will improve your energy level and your quality of life.
Table of Contents Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1 Purchaser’s Reference Information ……………………………………………………………… 1 Table of Contents………………………………………………………………………….…........ 2 Safety instructions and Warnings………………………………………………………………… 3 Assembly Instructions.…………………………………………………………………………….. 4 Getting Started …………………………………………………………………………………….. 6 Setting Up Your Rower …………………………………………………………………….......... 8 Correct Rowing Guide ………………………………………………………………………........
Safety Instructions & Warnings The R88 Rower is designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all domestic and international safety standards. However, certain precautions need to be followed when operating any exercise equipment. General safety instructions: 1. It is important to consult your physician before any exercise program. 2. Pregnant women should consult with their physician before beginning any exercise program.
Assembly Instruction Step 1: Clear a big enough working space before unpacking your R88 Rower. Step 4: Extract the Rear Bracket (009) Step 2: Open the carton as shown in the diagram below. Note: To protect the Rower while assembling, we suggest keeping the protective packing material until it is assembled completely. Step 5: a) Reverse the Aluminum Beam Extrusion (001) back to the front. b) Slide the Seat (119) as shown in the diagram.
Step 7: a) Reverse the Aluminum Beam Extrusion (001) to the rear. b) Assemble the Leg and Stabilizer (007) and the Aluminum Beam Extrusion (001) with 4 bolts (300) and 4 washers (401). c) Secure the Rear Bracket (009) with 2 bolts (302). Step 10: a) Slide the Foot Pedal Bar (012) through Main Frame (002) as shown in the diagram below. b) Assemble the Left and Right Foot Pedal (108) and Foot Pedal Bar (012) with 2 nuts (202) and 2 washers (401). Step 8: a) Remove the Safety Strap Holder and discard.
Getting Started Folding and Unfolding the Rower Your Rower can be folded and unfolded in a matter of seconds. It is very important you understand the operation of the Clamp Knob – Lock Pin for folding and unfolding your Rower. Clamp Knob – Lock Pin The Clamp Knob-Lock Pin is located under the monorail at the front of the Rower. Rotate the knob until it is free enough to pull down to release the monorail.
Transportation and Storage Your Rower has transportation wheels located at the front. This enables you to easily move the Rower from room to room. Dot not attempt to transport the Rower without the Clamp Knob firmly tightened. From the folded position, grasp the Rear Leg of the Rower and tilt the machine until the wheels are engaged with the floor. The correct angle for transportation is 45°.
Setting Up Your Rower Getting on Safely 1) Straddle the Aluminum Beam. 2) Correctly position the Seat beneath you. 3) Sit down taking care that the Seat has not moved. Computer Angle Adjustment The Computer and Computer Arm are designed to rotate and pivot giving you full adjustment to almost any height and angle. 1) Hold the Computer with both hands as shown in below diagram. Rotate and pivot the Computer to the desired height and angle.
Air Vent Adjustment The Rower flywheel fan generates an air flow that can be directed with the adjustable air vent. 1) Rotate The Air Vent Control Knob to adjust the air flow direction. 2) To stop all air flow, rotate the Air Vent Control Knob fully down. Handle Bar Holder When you have finished your workout remember to store the Handle Bar into the Handle Bar Holder as shown in the diagrams below.
Foot Strap Release Releasing the Foot Strap is made easy with the quick release tab. 1) Lift the Foot Strap Buckle Release Tab with your thumb as shown in the diagram below. Correct Rowing Guide Pulling the Body to the Handle Fault At the finish, the user, instead of pulling the handle to the body; pulls themselves forward to the handle. 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 Fault 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. The wrists are flat and the elbows pass close to the body. Elbows extend behind the body as the handle is drawn to the waist. Locking the Knees Fault 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.
Console Operation Instructions Please read the console operation instruction thoroughly and get familiar with the console layout. Practice using this console before you start in order to get a better understanding of the functions. Below is the console layout and detailed operation instructions. 1. CONSOLE LAYOUT Program window Dot matrix profile window Data display windows Data display windows Function keys 2. DISPLAYS This console is powered by 2 x AA 1.
a. Dot matrix profile window: Displays resistance level during manual program and your pace vs. PC boat’s during race program. b. Data display windows: There are 6 data display windows displaying Time & Time/500M, SPM, Distance, Strokes/Total Strokes, Watts/Calories and Pulse. During program setting, the appropriated data window will blink to indicate which data you are setting currently. Press UP/DOWN key to adjust the value and ENTER key to confirm the value.
mode and all data will stop counting. “STOP” will blink in the program window to indicate the program is paused. To exit pause mode, simply press START/STOP one more time to resume program. b. RESET key: Pressing the RESET key once will reset and return back to program selecting mode. All data will be reset to 0, except total strokes. If you are in the middle of a program, you will have to pause the program first before you can reset the console.
Manual program: If you press ENTER key to confirm Manual program selection, the next step is setting up program time. Time window will flash with 00:00; press UP/DOWN key to adjust the time and ENTER to confirm. The range of time is 0:00 – 99:00 (min: sec). After time entry, the Manual program set up is now completed; press START/STOP to begin this program.
Adjusting the Resistance “Air” is the principle resistance of the Rower. On level 1, the resistance is 100% air. As you rotate the resistance knob clockwise, you gradually start to introduce the magnetic system in varying degrees according to the setting. Care and Maintenance Your Rower is made of the highest quality materials. It is important that you take care of your Rower on a regular basis. 1. Your Rower is for indoor use only and should not be used or stored in damp areas.
Warranty Card LC-R88 Rower This Limited Warranty applies in the United States to products manufactured or distributed by LifeCore Fitness, Inc. under the LifeCore brand name. The warranty period for the original purchaser is (lifetime) on the frame against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions (excluding expendable parts such as paint & finish). Home 2 years parts, 90-days labor warranty against manufacturer defects.
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