Argos Opti Hydraulic Rower machine User manual

Important –Please read these instructions fully before assembly or use
These instructions contain important information which will help you get the best from your
equipment and ensure safe and correct assembly, use and maintenance.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the
Hydrualic Rower
Assembly & User Instructions - Please keep for future reference 606/5836
Customer contact number:
0345 600 1714 www.argos-support.co.uk

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Contents
Safety Information
Components - Parts
Components - Fixings
Assembly Instructions
Computer Operation
Exercising Information
Before starting
Muscle chart
Warming up and cooling down
Care and Maintenance
Exploded Parts Diagram
Parts List
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3
4
5-9
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Workout area 10
12-15
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14-15
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17
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Safety Information
Important –Please read fully before assembly or use
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the entire manual before you assemble or operate the Opti
In particular, note the following safety precautions:
• Check you have all the components and tools
listed on pages 3 and 4, bearing in mind that, for
ease of assembly, some components are
pre-assembled.
• Keep children and animals away from the work
area, small parts could choke if swallowed.
• Make sure you have enough space to layout the
parts before starting.
• Assemble the item as close to its final position
(in the same room) as possible.
• Position the equipment on a clear, level surface.
• Dispose of all packaging carefully and responsibly.
• It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that
all users of this product are properly informed as to
how to use this product safely.
• This product is intended for domestic use only.
Do not use in any commercial, rental, or institutional
setting.
• Before using the equipment, always warm up
properly.
• If the user experiences dizziness, nausea, chest
pain, or other abnormal symptoms stop the
workout and seek immediate medical attention.
Warning: Before beginning any exercise program, consult your Doctor. This is especially
important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
You MUST read all instructions before using any fitness equipment. Argos and its associates assumes
no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
Over exercise may result in serious injury or death. If you feel faint stop exercising immediately.
• Only one person at a time should use the
equipment.
• Keep hands away from all moving parts.
• Always wear appropriate workout clothing when
exercising. Do not wear loose or baggy clothing,
since it may get caught in the equipment. Wear
trainers to protect your feet while exercising.
• Do not place any sharp objects around the
equipment.
• Disabled persons should not use the equipment
without a qualified person or doctor in attendance.
• The max user weight is 120kg.
• Keep unsupervised children away from the
equipment.
• Injuries to health may result from incorrect or
excessive training. The equipment shall be
installed on a stable base and properly leveled.
• This product conforms to: BS EN ISO 20957-1
and EN957-7 Class (H) - Home Use - Class (C).
• The braking system is speed-dependent.
• This product is not suitable for therapeutic
purposes.
Hydrualic Rower.
Assembly
Using
Battery safety
• Warning: Incorrect installation of batteries may
cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in
damage to the computer.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, or
batteries of different types.
• Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
• Do not dispose of batteries with
normal household waste, take to a local recycling
centre.

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Components -Parts
Please check you have all the parts listed below
If you have damaged or missing components,
call the
Customer contact number: 0345 600 1714
Note: Some of the smaller components may be pre-fitted to larger components. Please check carefully
before contacting Argos regarding any missing components.
1. Main frame x 1
4. Rowing Arm(L/R) x 2 5. Seat Carriage x 1 6. Link Pole x 1 7. Footplate Link Pole x 1
8. Hydraulic Cylinder x 2 10. Seat x 1 17. Footplate x 2 21. Exercise Monitor x 1
2. Rear Support Frame x 1 3. Main Frame Floor Support(L/R) x 2

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Pleasecheckyou haveall the fixings listed below
Note: All fixings are pre-fitted to the larger components. Please check carefully before contacting Argos
regarding anymissing fixings.
Components - Fixings
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Multi-Wrench x 2

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Assembly Instructions
Turn the Main Frame (1) upside down and lay it on the floor. Place the assembled Seat Carriage (5)
onto the Main Frame (1). Insert the M8*110 Carriage bolt (32) through the 2 x Seat Carriage Guide
Roller (28) and fix them with 1 x M8 Flat Washer (44) and 1 x M8 Nylon Lock Nut (40).
Turn the Main Frame (1) over and check that the assembled Seat carriage (5) is free to move.
Step 2
Attach the Seat Carriage (5) to the Seat (10) with 4 x M6*15mm Hex Bolt (38).
Total mass of the product is 18.6 kg. Total size of the equipment is (width) 61 cm × (depth) 134 cm × (height)
29 cm.
Step 1

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Assembly Instructions
Fix the two Main Frame Floor Supports (3L/R) into the "U" shaped bracket at the front of the Main
Frame (1) with 4 x M8*55 Hex Bolt (35), 4 x Flat Washer (44) and 4 x M8 Nut (42). Connect the Link
Pole (6) to the Main Frame (1) and two Main Frame Supports (3L/R) with 2 x Curved Washer (43) and
2 x M8 Nut (42).
Step 4
Attach the Rear Supporting Frame (2) to the end of the Main Frame (1) with 1 x Knob (14) and 1 x Flat
Washer (45).
Step 3
3L

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Assembly Instructions
Connect the Rowing Arms (4L/R) to the Main Frame Floor Supports (3L/R) with 2 x M8*42 Bolt (33),
2 x Flat Washer (44) and 2 x M8 Nylon Nut (40).
Fix the Hydraulic Cylinders (8) to the Main Frame Floor Supports (3L/R) and Rowing Arms (4L/R) with
4 x M8*42 Bolt (33), 4 x Flat Washer (44) and 4 x M8 Nylon Nut (40).
Connect the 2 x Slot Type Adjust Clamp (13) with 2 x M8*40 Hex Bolt (34).
Step 5

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Assembly Instructions
Carefully slide the Foot Plate Link Pole (7) into the Main Frame. Connect the two Foot Plates (17) to the
pole with 2 x Foot Plate Bushing (24), 2 x Flat Washer (46) and 2 M8 Nylon Nut (40).
Open the foot straps then place your feet on the Foot Plates (17). Then fasten the straps with the Velcro
tape to keep your feet in place.
Step 6

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Assembly Instructions
Slide open the Cover (47) of the Monitor (21) and install two "AA" batteries (not included) in it. Close the
Cover (47) and connect the Sensor Wire (48A) to the Sensor Wire (48B) from the Main Frame.
Turn the Slot Type Adjust Clamps (13) in an anti-clockwise direction to loosen and slide them up and
down the Rowing Arms (4L/R) to adjust the tension of the Hydraulic Cylinders (8). The higher the
position the greater is the tension and vice versa. Once fixed, turn the Clamps (13) in a clockwise
direction to lock them tightly.
Step 7
4L
8
13
4R
8
Low
High
Tension
Tension
Low
High

Free area and training area.
The free area should be no less than 0.6m greater than the training area in the directions from which
the equipment is accessed. The free area must also include the area for emergency dismount.
W
Only one person should be within the training area when the equipment is in use.
here equipment is positioned adjacent to each other the value of the free area may be shared.
Workout Area
0.6m
(Free area)
0.6m
(Free area)
0.6m
(Free area)
0.6m
(Free area)
Training
area
3.7m
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Hydrualic Rower

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Computer Operation
Functions and Operations
SPECIFICATIONS:
TIME--------------------------------------------------------------------------00:00~99:59 MIN:SEC
DISTANCE--------------------------------------------------------------------0.00~99.99 KM
COUNT-----------------------------------------------------------------------0~9999 TIMES
CALORIES---------------------------------------------------------------------0~9999 KCAL
TOTAL COUNT----------------------------------------------------------------0~9999 TIMES
KEY FUNCTION:
MODE/SELECT: To select the function you want, hold the key for 4 seconds to have all function
values reset (total reset).
RESET/CLEAR: To reset the value.
OPERATION PROCEDURES:
AUTO ON/OFF. The monitor will be automatically shut off if there is no signal coming in for 4 minutes.
The monitor will be auto-powered on when start exercising or pressing the key.
FUNCTION:
<1>.TIME (TMR) Auto-memorize time while exercising.
<2>.DISTANCE (DST) Accumulate the distance while exercising.
<3>.COUNT (CNT) Accumulate the number of counts while exercising.
<4>.CALORIES (CAL) Auto-memorize calories amount consumed while exercising.
<5>.TOTAL COUNT (TOTAL) Display the total counts while exercising. When there is an input of
signal, it starts the count up from the original data. The TOTAL COUNT cannot be reset (by RESET
key) except when you replace the battery.
<6>.SCAN Automatically scan through each function between
1.TIME 2. DISTANCE 3. COUNT 4. CALORIES 5. TOTAL COUNT
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Exercising Information
Before starting
How you begin your exercise program depends on your physical condition. If youhavebeen inactive for
several years, or areseverely overweight, youmust start slowlyand increase your timeon the equipment;
a fewminutes per workout.
Initially, you may be abletoexercise only fora few minutes in your target zone, however, youraerobic fitness
will improve over the next six to eight weeks. Don’t be discouraged if it takes longer. It’s important to work
at your own pace. Ultimately, you’ll be able to exercise continuously for 30 minutes. The better your aerobic
fitness, theharder you will have to work to stay in yourtarget zone.
Please rememberthese essentials:
• Have your doctor review your training and diet programs to advise you of a workout routine you should adopt.
• Begin your training program slowly with realistic goals that have been set by you and your doctor.
• Monitor your pulse frequently. Establish your target heart rate based on yourage and condition.
• Set up your equipment on a flat even surface at least 3 feet from walls and furniture.
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80
100
120
140
160
180
200
Beats per minute (bpm)
25
Age
30 35 40 45 50 55 60 70
Cardiovascular
performance
Intermediate aerobic
Effective fat burning
Up to 55%
55% to 65%
65% to 85%
85% to Max
During the first few months of your exercise program, keep your heart rate near the low end of your target zone
as you exercise. After afew months, your heart rate can be increased gradually until it is near the middle of
your target zone as you exercise.
To measureyour heart rate, stop exercising but continue moving your legs or
walking around and placetwo fingers onyour wrist. Take asix-second heartbeat
count and multiply the results by 10 to find your heart rate. For example, if your
six-second heartbeat count is 14, your head rate is 140 beats per minute.
(A six-seconds count is used becauseyour heart ratewill drop rapidlywhen you
stop exercising.) Adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is at the
proper level.
Exerciseintensity
To maximize the benefits of exercising, it is important to exercise with the proper intensity. The proper intensity
levelcan be found by using your heart rate as a guide. For effective aerobic exercise, your heartrate should
be maintained at a level between 65% and 85% of your maximum heart rateas youexercise. This is known as
your target zone. You can find your target zone in the table below.

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Aerobic Exercise
Aerobic exercise improves the fitness of your lungs and heart - your body’s most important muscle. Aerobic
exercise fitness is promoted by any activity that uses your largemuscles (arms,legs, or buttock, for example).
Your heart beats quickly and you breathe deeply. An aerobic exerciseshould be part of your entireexercise
routine.
Exercising Information
Muscle chart
Targeted Muscle Groups
The exercise routine that is performed on the Rower will develop the upper and lower body muscle
groups.These muscle groups are highlighted on the muscle chart below.
A: Trapezius
B: Anterior
C: Pectoralis Major
D: Serratus Anterior
E: Biceps
F: Abdominal
G: Sartorius
H: Quadriceps
I: Tibialis
J: Trapezius
K: Posterior
L: Triceps
M: Latissimus Dorsi
N: Gluteals
O: Hamstrings
P: Gastrocnemius
Weight Training
Along with aerobic exercising which helps get rid of andkeep off the excess fat that our bodies canstore,
weight training is an essential part of the exercise routine process. Weight training helps tone,build and
strengthen muscle. Ifyou are working aboveyour target zone, you may want to do a lesser amount of reps.
As always, consult your doctorbefore beginning any exercise program.
A
B
C
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
D
Front Back

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Exercising Information
Warming up and Cooling down exercises
Each workout should include the following three parts:
1. A warm-up,consisting of 5to 10 minutes of light exercise, such as jogging on the spot, star jumps and
lunges. A proper warm-up increases your body temperature,heart rate, and circulation inpreparation for
exercise.
2. Training zone exercise, consisting of 20 to 30 minutes of exercising with your heart rate inyour training
zone. (Note: During the first few weeks of your exercise program, do not keep your heart rate inyour training
zone for longer than 20 minutes.)
3. A cool-down, with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching. This will increase the flexibility of yourmuscles andwill help
to prevent post-exercise problems.
Hamstring stretch
Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the
opposite foot toward you and rest it against the
inner thigh of your extended leg. Reach toward
your toes as far as possible.
Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times for each leg.
Stretches: Hamstrings, lower back and groin.
Toe touch stretch
Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly
bend forward from your hips. Allow your back
and shoulders to relax as you reach down
toward your toes as far as possible.
Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times.
Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees and back.
ExerciseFrequency
To maintain or improve your condition, plan three workouts eachweek, with at least one day ofrest between
workouts. After a few months of regularexercise, youmay complete up to five workouts each week, if desired.
Remember, the keyto success is make exercise aregular and enjoyable part of your everyday life.
Suggested Stretches
See the following basic stretching exercises. Move slowly as you stretch, never bounce.

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Calf/achilles stretch
With one leg in front of the other, reach forward
and place your hands against a wall. Keep your
back leg straight and your back foot flat on the
floor. Bend your front leg, lean forward and move
your hips toward the wall.
Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times for each leg. To cause further
stretching of the achilles tendons, bend your
back leg as well.
Stretches: Calves, achilles tendons and ankles.
Quadriceps stretch
With one hand against the wall for balance,
reach back and grasp one foot with your other
hand. Keeping your bent knee pointing directly
downward towards the floor, gentle pull your
heel towards your buttock until you feel a gentle
stretch in the target area.
Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times for each leg.
Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.
Exercising Information
Inner thigh stretch
Sit with the soles of your feet together and your
knees outward. Pull your feet toward your groin
area as far as possible.
Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times.
Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.

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Care andMaintenance
Using the WorkoutBench
1. Examine the equipment
periodically in order to detect
any damage or wear which may
have been produced.
2.The safety level of the
equipment can be maintained
only if it is examined regularly
for damage and wear, e.g.
connection points.
3. Lubricate moving parts with
light oil periodically to prevent
premature wear.
4. Inspect and tighten all parts
before using the equipment,
replace any defective parts
immediately, and do not use
the equipment again until it is in
perfect working order.
5. Replace defective
components immediately and/or
keep the equipment out of use
until repair.
6. Special attention to
components most susceptible to
wear.
7. The equipment can be
cleaned using a damp cloth and
mild non-abrasive detergent.
Do not use solvents.
8. Do not attempt to repair this
equipment yourself. Should
you have any difficulty with
assembly, operation or use
of your exercise product or if
you think that you may have
parts missing, contact the
manufacturer, their approved
service agent or the Customer
contact number: 0345 600 1714
www.argos-support.co.uk
Guarantee:
For guarantee purposes, please
retain your purchase receipt.
InformationforUsers onDisposal of oldEquipment and Batteries (European Union only)
These symbols indicate that equipment with these
symbols should not be disposed of as general household
waste. If you want to dispose of the product or battery,
please consider the collection systems or facilities for
appropriate recycling.
Products Battery
Notice: The sign Pb below
the symbol for batteries
indicates that this battery
contains lead.

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Exploded Parts Diagram
Using the WorkoutBench

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Parts List
Using the WorkoutBench
PART NO. PART NO.DESCRIPTION QUANTITY QUANTITY
1 1 24 2
2 1 25 2
3L 1 26 2
3R 1 27 4
4L 1 28 6
4R 1 29 6
5 1 30 1
6 1 31 1
7 1 32 3
8 2 33 8
9 2 34 2
10 1 35 4
11 2 36 2
12 2 37 4
13 2 38 4
14 1 39 2
15 4 40 15
16 2 41 2
17 2 42 6
18 2 43 2
19 2 44 17
20 2 45 1
1
1
1
2
21 1 46 2
22 2 47
23 2 48A
48B
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CURVED WASHER
FLAT WASHERФ8.5*Ф16*T1.2
FLAT WASHERФ8.5*Ф16*T3.0
FLAT WASHERФ8.5*Ф20*T2.0
FOOTPLATE BUSHING
DESCRIPTION
ROWING ARM HANDGRIP
ROWING ARMHANDGRIP CAP
SQUARE BLOCK
SEAT CARRIAGE GUIDE ROLLER
BEARING 608ZZ
MAGNET
SENSOR
M8*110 CARRIAGE BOLT
Ф10*M8*42L BOLT
SQUARE INNER TUBE END CAP
SLOT TYPE ADJUST CLAMP
KNOB
SHAFT BUSHING
PLASTIC GAITER
FOOTPLATE
MAIN FRAME FLOOR SUPPORT STABILISER
EXERCISE MONITOR
REAR SUPPORT TUBE END CAP
M8*40L HEX BOLT
M8*55L HEX BOLT
M8*20L HEX BOLT
M8*15L HEX BOLT
COVER
M6*15 HEX BOLT
WASHER Ф8*Ф25*T5
M8 NYLON NUT
M4*12 SCREW
M8 NUT
MAIN FRAME
REAR SUPPORT FRAME
MAIN FRAME FLOOR SUPPORT——L
MAIN FRAME FLOOR SUPPORT——R
ROWING ARM-L
MULTI-WRENCH
SENSOR WIRE OF COMPUTER
SENSOR WIRE OF COMPUTER
ROWING ARM -R
SEAT CARRIAGE
LINK POLE
FOOTPLATE LINK POLE
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER
U-SHAPED MOUNTING
SEAT
UNIVERSIAL WELDING BRACKET
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ADJUST BRACKET
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER LINK BRACKET
MAIN FRAME FLOOR SUPPORT END CAP

Guarantee
This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase.
Any defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship will either be replaced,
refunded or repaired free of charge where possible during this period by the dealer
from whom you purchased the unit.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
• The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, cabinet parts, knobs
or consumable items.
• The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions contained in this manual.
• It must be used solely for domestic purpose.
• The guarantee will be rendered invalided if the product is re-sold or has been
damaged by inexpert repair.
• Specifications are subject to change without notice.
• The manufacturer disclaims any liability for the incidental or consequential damages.
• The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.
• In the event of a problem with the product with in the guarantee period call the
Customer contact number: 0345 600 1714 www.argos-support.co.uk
Guarantor: Argos Ltd
489 - 499 Avebury Boulevard
Central Milton Keynes
MK9 2NW
Product Guarantee
This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of
Year