Troubleshooting - Bowflex LateralX LX5 Service Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Condition/Problem
No display/partial display/unit
will not turn on
Unit operates but Contact HR
not displayed
Unit operates but Telemetric HR
not displayed
Unit operates but Telemetric HR
displayed incorrectly
Resistance does not change
(machine turns on and oper-
ates)
Console shuts off (enters sleep
mode) while in use
Fan will not turn on or will not
turn off
Things to Check
Check electrical (wall) outlet
Check power adapter
Check connection at front of unit Connection should be secure and undamaged. Replace adapter or connec-
Check data cable integrity
Check data cable connections/
orientation
Console Display
HR cable connection
Sensor grip
Dry or calloused hands
Static Handlebar
Chest Strap (optional)
Chest Strap Battery
Interference
Replace Chest Strap
Replace Console
Interference
Check data cable connections/
orientation
Resistance handlebar
connection
Check connection at front of unit Connection should be secure and undamaged. Replace adapter or connec-
Check data cable connections/
orientation
Check Speed Sensor (requires
shroud removal)
Check data cable integrity
Check data cable connections/
orientation
Make sure unit is plugged into a functioning wall outlet.
Check for visual sign that power adapter is damaged. Replace power adapter
if damaged.
tion at unit if either are damaged.
All wires in cable should be intact. If any are visibly crimped or cut, replace
cable.
Be sure cable is connected securely and oriented properly. Small latch on
connector should line up and snap into place.
Console.
If the above steps do not resolve the problem, contact Customer Service (if
inside US/Canada) or your local distributor (if outside US/Canada).
Be sure cable is connected securely at top of Console Mast.
Be sure hands are centered on HR sensors. Hands must be kept still with
electrode cream (heart rate cream) can help make better conduct. These are
If tests reveal no other issues, Static Handlebar should be replaced.
Strap should be "POLAR " compatible and uncoded. Make sure strap is
®
directly against skin and contact area is wet.
If strap has replaceable batteries, install new batteries.
Try moving unit away from sources of interference (TV, Microwave, etc).
If interference is eliminated and HR does not function, replace strap.
If HR still does not function, replace Console.
Make sure that the HR receiver is not blocked by a personal electronic
device in the cupholder.
Be sure cable connections at top and bottom of Console Mast are connected
securely and oriented properly. Reseat all connections. Small latch on con-
nector should line up and snap into place.
Be sure cable from Static Handlebar and cables to Console are secure and
undamaged.
If the above steps do not resolve the problem, contact Customer Service (if
inside US/Canada) or your local distributor (if outside US/Canada).
tion at unit if either are damaged.
Be sure cable connections at top and bottom of Console Mast are connected
securely and oriented properly. Small latch on connector should line up and
snap into place.
Speed sensors should be aligned with magnet and connected to data cable.
Realign sensor if necessary. Replace if there is any damage to the sensor or
the connecting wire.
All wires in cable should be intact. If any are cut or crimped, replace cable.
Be sure cable is connected securely and oriented properly. Small latch on
connector should line up and snap into place.
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Solution