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OARTEC DX User Manual

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  • Page 1 DYNAMIC ROWING MACHINE USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 We are proud to be helping you achieve your fitness goals. Please read the DX user manual carefully, following the procedures to assemble, set up and maintain you DX in optimal working condition.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Step 5: Seat to seat base 2. Getting Started Adjusting the bottom roller wheels Setting the front leg height Locking the rolling frame Storing the DX upright Adjusting the feet height Adjusting the footstraps Storing the handle Adjusting the resistance Ready to row 3.

  • Page 4: Assembly

    1. ASSEMBLY Please follow the assembly procedures below. Assembly should take approximately 20 minutes and if possible get the help of a second person for the lifting. Unpacking the Box Carefully unpack the box contents and lay out on the floor. With the help of a second person remove the front assembly first.

  • Page 5: Step 1: Attaching Rear Leg, Seat Base To Rail Assembly

    Step 1: Rear Leg and Seat Base to Rails Tools required: 17mm wrench Remove the rear extrusion mounts from the seat Attach the extrusion mounts to the top and bottom base bolts. of the rear of the rail assembly, with the latch at the front.

  • Page 6: Step 2: Building Front Leg Assembly

    Step 2: Assemble Front Leg Tools required: 17mm wrench Remove all parts from height adjuster threaded Insert the 20mm pin into the inner front leg hole axle assembly. with the thread aligned vertically. Loosen the clamping knob. Screw the threaded flange into and Align the clamping plate square in the through the threaded pin by about 25mm/1”...

  • Page 7: Step 3: Front Assembly To Rail Assembly

    Step 3: Front Assembly to Base Rails No tools required Place the empty seat box on the floor. Rest the rail on the top of the seat box about 2/3 along the rail length toward the front. Check that it is stable before Carefully lift the front assembly and align the rail leaving.

  • Page 8: Step 4: Front Leg To Rail Assembly

    Step 4: Front Leg to Base Rails Tools required: 16mm and 17mm wrench Align the front extrusion mounts to the top and bottom of the rails. Push the mounts tight onto the rails and level with the end of rails. Slide the front leg bracket over the Place washers over the bracket holes and insert extrusion mounts and align bracket holes with...
  • Page 9 Step 5: Seat to Seat Base Tools required: 8mm wrench, Phillips head screwdriver Remove the rear end stop using the 8mm Slide the seat onto the seat track. spanner and a phillips head screwdriver. Replace the rear end stop and tighten bolts. Assembly Complete...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    The front leg also has a height adjustable system that compensates for sloping and uneven floor surfaces. Try and find a flat even floor surface to use your DX. Row a few strokes to get used to the rowing movement first, then check if you are rolling closer to the front or rear seat end stops.

  • Page 11: Locking The Rolling Frame

    Locking the Rolling Frame The rolling frame of the DX can be easily locked in place so that it can be moved around and also stood upright to minimise space required when not in use. Follow the procedure below to securely lock the front assembly in place before moving or standing upright.

  • Page 12: Storing The Dx Upright

    To lock the rolling frame see Locking the Rolling Frame on previous page. There are wheel located on the front leg to make it easy to manouevre the DX around and into a standing upright position. The DX stands on an even base between front end cap of the main body and leg wheels.

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Feet Height

    Adjusting the Feet Height Adjusting the Footstraps The footplate is fitted with a height adjustable footflex Tighten the footstraps by pulling the open strap away to set the feet at the most comfortable height for you. from the buckle across the direction of your foot. Set the feet height so that at the catch the top of your To release the strap, lift the buckle tab and pull towards knees are just below your armpits.

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Resistance

    Thankyou for taking the time to read and complete the Assembly and Getting Started procedures for the DX. If you experience any issues with your DX or have any further questions please contact your nearest Oartec office listed at www.oartec.com/contact You are now ready to row the DX.

  • Page 15: Oartec Training Monitor Otm-2

    3. Oartec Training Monitor OTM-2 Please read the following procedures before using your OTM-2 for the first time. For more information and to download full user manual please visit www.oartec.com/otm-2 Installing the Batteries The OTM-2 uses 2 x alkaline D cell batteries which are provided. Follow the simple process to install the batteries.

  • Page 16: Quick Start Guide

    Firmware Updates The OTM uses a USB stick to upload the latest system firmware and is a simple, user friendly process. The latest firmware updates can be downloaded from the Oartec website www.oartec.com/otm-2. Care and Maintenance Always keep the OTM clean and dry and away from extreme temperatures, salt air and water.

  • Page 17: Setting Workouts

    etting Up Workouts Just Row Just Row workouts are ideal for quick warm ups or for rowing as far as you feel like going. Time and distance values both start from zero and count up as you row. With no set finish point, the workout ends when you stop rowing and the flywheel slows.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    4. Maintenance Please follow the procedures set out below to maintain your DX model in optimal working condition. Cleaning the Rails Frequency: After every use. Tools required: Soft cloth, kitchen cleaner Use a gentle kitchen cleaner and soft cloth to wipe down the rails of sweat, dirt and particles each time after use.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Bottom Roller Wheels

    The dynamic frame should be free to move back and forth quite easily. If the moving unit becomes loose, or wobbly then tuning the bottom roller adjustment is necessary. Follow the steps outlined below to get the best perfomance from your DX. Using the 5mm allen key, loosen both front and rear wheel axle bolts on the left hand and right hand side plates.
  • Page 20 Using the 13mm than the rear rear rollers. wrench, tighten the locking nut in an anticlockwise direction. Test row the DX after adjustment and adjust tuning again if necessary. Finally, tighten the axle side bolts on both side of the front assembly.

  • Page 21: Cleaning The Flywheel And Flywheel Housing

    Cleaning the Flywheel and Flywheel Housing Frequency: After 100 hours of use or every 6- 12 months. Tools required: 5mm Allen key, 16mm wrench Dust can build up inside the flywheel housing and on the flywheel blades. While not a major problem, the dust will accumulate over time and can alter the resistance range, generally making each resistance setting lighter.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    5. DX Troubleshooting If you are experiencing any issues with your DX, please check the troubleshooting list below. If unable to fix or determine the cause of the issue contact Oartec or go to www.oartec.com/dxserviceandsupport for all troubleshooting and servicing procedures.

  • Page 23: Warranty

    I. Warranty Frame Oartec will replace or repair, at its option, the DX frame assembly or components that fail due to a defect in materi- al or workmanship for a period of 3 years from the date of initial shipment.
  • Page 24 More information contact Oartec at info@oartec.com or visit our website www.oartec.com...

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