Bowflex MAX Trainer Installation and operating instructions

Assembly / Owner’s Manual
Manual en Español Latino Americano:
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REVISIONS
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TITLE.
PART NO.
REV.
SHEET 1 OF 1 SCALE: 1:1
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
1. ALL ITEMS MUST BE RoHS COMPLIANT
2. ALL DIMENSIONS APPLY BEFORE PLATING OR COATING.
3. REMOVE ALL BURRS, BREAK SHARP EDGES 0.5 MM MAX.
4. ALL MACHINES SURFACES Ra 3.2 uM.
5. ALL APPLICABLE NAUTILUS STANDARDS AND
SPECIFICATIONS APPLY.
6. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS
7. ALL DUAL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCH
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED:
METRIC
THIRD ANGLE
PROJECTION
INTERPRET DIMENSIONS AND TOLERANCES
PER ASME Y14.5M - 1994
2.5
1.5
0.75
0.25
1°
X.
X.X
X.XX
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ANGULAR
C
SIZE
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LIFECYCLE
APPROVALS
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WARRANTY ITEM:
01 PROTOTYPE
XXXXXX LSEVIER 6/3/2013
L.SEVIER
6/3/2013
L.SEVIER 02
8003480
SILKSCREEN,CUPHOLDER,MAX TRAINER,M3
INK MUST BE 100% OPAQUE
MATERIAL. SILKSCREEN
39.5mm
14.9mm
LEFT
1:3 SCALE
PMS 877c METALLIC SILVER
02 UPDATED GRAPHIC
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RIGHT
PLACEMENT.
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Important Safety Instructions - Assembly 3
Safety Warning Labels / Serial Number 4
Specications 5
BeforeAssembly 5
Parts 6
Hardware 7
Tools 7
Assembly 8
Moving the Machine 19
Leveling the Machine 19
Important Safety Instructions 20
Features 21
Console Features 22
Resistance Level Shifter 24
Fitness Basics 26
Operations 32
Mounting / Dismounting 32
Power Up / Idle Mode 33
Manual (Quick Start) Program 33
MAX Workout Program 33
Paused / Results Mode 34
 EditaUserProle 35
 CustomizeMAXProgram 35
Console Setup Mode 36
Maintenance 37
Maintenance Parts 38
Troubleshooting 40
Body Weight Loss Guide 42
100%SatisfactionGuarantee 50
Warranty 51
Table of Contents / Registration
To validate warranty support, keep the original proof of purchase and record the following information:
Serial Number __________________________
Date of Purchase ____________________
Toregisteryourproductwarranty,goto:www.bowex.com/registerorcall1(800)605–3369.
Ifyouhavequestionsorproblemswithyourproduct,pleasecall1(800)NAUTILUS(628–8458).
Nautilus,Inc.,(800)NAUTILUS/(800)628-8458,www.NautilusInc.com-CustomerService:NorthAmerica(800)605-3369,[email protected]|outsideU.S.+01-360-859-5180,
[email protected]|PrintedinChina|©2013Nautilus,Inc.

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This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Obey the following warnings:
Read and understand all warnings on this machine.
Carefully read and understand the Assembly instructions.
• Keepbystandersandchildrenawayfromtheproductyouareassemblingatalltimes.
• Donotconnectpowersupplytothemachineuntilinstructedtodoso.
• Donotassemblethismachineoutdoorsorinawetormoistlocation.
• Makesureassemblyisdoneinanappropriateworkspaceawayfromfoottrafcandexposuretobystanders.
• Somecomponentsofthemachinecanbeheavyorawkward.Useasecondpersonwhendoingtheassemblystepsinvolvingtheseparts.Do
not do steps that involve heavy lifting or awkward movements on your own.
• Setupthismachineonasolid,level,horizontalsurface.
• Donottrytochangethedesignorfunctionalityofthismachine.Thiscouldcompromisethesafetyofthismachineandwillvoidthewarranty.
• Ifreplacementpartsarenecessary,useonlygenuineNautilus®replacement parts and hardware. Failure to use genuine replacement parts can
cause a risk to users, keep the machine from operating correctly and void the warranty.
• DonotuseuntilthemachinehasbeenfullyassembledandinspectedforcorrectperformanceinaccordancewiththeManual.
• ReadandunderstandthecompleteManualsuppliedwiththismachinebeforerstuse.KeeptheManualforfuturereference.
• Doallassemblystepsinthesequencegiven.Incorrectassemblycanleadtoinjuryorincorrectfunction.
• Thisproductcontainsmagnets.Magneticeldscaninterferewiththenormaluseofcertainmedicaldevicesatacloserange.Usersmaycome
intoproximityofthemagnetsintheassembly,maintenance,and/oruseoftheproduct.Giventheobviousimportanceofthesedevices,suchas
a pacemaker, it is important that you consult with your medical provider in connection with the use of this equipment. Please consult the “Safety
Warning Labels and Serial Number” section to determine the location of the magnets on this product.
Important Safety Instructions

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FCC Compliance
Changesormodicationstothisunitnotexpresslyapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliancecouldvoidtheuser’sauthorityto
operate the equipment.
Themachineandpowersupplycomplywithpart15oftheFCCrules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevicemaynot
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note:ThismachineandpowersupplyhavebeentestedandfoundtocomplywiththelimitsforaClassAdigitaldevice,pursuanttoPart15of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
 •Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
 •Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
 •Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected.
 •Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
Safety Warning Labels and Serial Number
Product
Specification Label
Serial Number Label

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Before Assembly
Select the area where you are going to set up and operate your machine. For safe operation, the location must be on a hard, level surface. Allow a
workoutareaofaminimum73”(185.4cm)x94.1”(239cm).Besurethattheworkoutspaceyouareutilizinghasadequateheightclearance,taking
intoconsiderationtheheightoftheuserandthemaximumpedalheightofthetnessmachine.
Basic Assembly Tips
Follow these basic points when you assemble your machine:
• Read and understand the “Important Safety Instructions” before assembly.
• Collect all the pieces necessary for each assembly step.
• Using the recommended wrenches, turn the bolts and nuts to the right (clockwise) to tighten, and the left (counterclockwise) to loosen, unless
instructed otherwise.
• When attaching 2 pieces, lightly lift and look through the bolt holes to help insert the bolt through the holes.
• The assembly requires 2 people.
Machine Mat
TheBowexMAXTrainer™Machine Mat is an optional accessory that helps keep your workout area clear and adds a layer of protection to your
oor.Therubbermachinematprovidesanon-slip,rubbersurfacewhichlimitsstaticdischargeandreducesthepossibilityofdisplayorrunninger-
rors.Ifpossible,putyourBowexMAXTrainer™Machine Mat in your selected workout area before you begin assembly.
Toordertheoptionalmachinemat,goto:www.bowex.com,orcall1(800)605–3369.
Maximum User Weight: 300 lbs. (136 kg)
Maximum Pedal Height:  19.1inches(48.5cm)
Power Requirements:
 OperationalVoltage: OperationalVoltage9VDC
 OperatingCurrent: 1500mA
Regulatory Approvals:
 ACPowerAdapter: ULlisted,CSAcertied(orequivalent),Rated120V60Hz
Input,9VDC,1500mAOutput.Class2orLPS.
This product, its packaging, and components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproduc-
tiveharm.ThisNoticeisprovidedinaccordancewithCalifornia’sProposition65.Ifyouwouldlikeadditionalinformation,pleaserefertoour
websiteatwww.nautilus.com/prop65.
Specifications / Before Assembly
62.9”
(159.8 cm)
46.1”
(117 cm)
25”
(63.5 cm)

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A decal has been applied to all right (“ R ”) and left (“ L ”) parts to assist with assembly.
Item Qty Description Item Qty Description
51 Upper Handlebar, Right 12 1 Stabilizer Assembly
6 1 Upper Handlebar, Left 13 1 Static Handlebar Assembly
7 2 Leg 14 2 Cap
8 2 Foot Pad 15 1 Static Handlebar Grip
9 2 Foot Pad Insert 16 1 Static Handlebar Cap
10 2 Pedal 17 1 Heart Rate Chest Strap
11 1Rail Assembly 18 1 ManualKit
( 2 Boxes )
Box 1
Item Qty Description
1 1 Frame
2 1 Shroud, Rear
3 1 AC Adapter
4 1 Hardware Card
Parts
511
7
12
9
6
1
7
3
2
8
9
8
10
10
13
14
17
15
16
4
18
511
7
12
9
6
1
7
3
2
8
9
8
10
10
13
14
17
15
16
4
18
Box 2

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Tools
Included Not Included
(recommended)
Hardware / Tools
#2
5mm
6 mm
8 mm
13 mm
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N
Item Qty Description Item Qty Description
A 8 SocketHeadHexScrew,M6x1.0x8 H 10 SocketHeadHexScrew,M6x1.0x20
B 4 SocketHeadHexScrew,M8x1.25x55 I 4 SocketHeadHexScrew,M10x1.5x25
C 12 Washer,FlatM8x18 J 4 Washer,FlatM10x23
D 6 SocketHeadHexScrew,M8x1.25x20 K 2Washer,FlatM8x24
E 1 PanPhillipsScrew,M5x0.8x20 L 4 Washer,FlatM6x13
F 2 Cap M 10 Lock Washer, M6
G 4 Lock Nut, M8 N 6 Lock Washer, M8
(recommended)

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Do not lift the Frame from the packaging until the Rail Assembly has been attached to it.
1. Attach Rail Assembly to Frame and then Release the Frame from the Shipping Plate
Some components of the machine can be heavy or awkward. Use a second person when doing the assembly steps involving these parts. Do
not do steps that involve heavy lifting or awkward movements on your own.
NOTICE: Hand tighten hardware.
Assembly
13mm
X2
C
11
X4
N
D
1
13mm
X2
C
11
X4
N
D
1

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2. Carefully Lift the Frame Assembly from the Shipping Plate and Attach to the Stabilizer
Assembly
Some components of the machine can be heavy or awkward. Use a second person when doing the assembly steps involving these parts. Do
notdostepsthatinvolveheavyliftingorawkwardmovementsonyourown.LifttheFrameAssemblyfromtheexteriorofthepivotassembly
as indicated below.
NOTICE: Once all hardware has been hand tightened, fully tighten ALL hardware from previous steps.
I
J
X4
12

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3. Cut the Shipping Zip-Ties and Attach the Rear Shroud and Caps to the Frame Assembly
NOTICE: Place the inside hook of the Rear Shroud on the Frame Assembly and then pivot it up into place.
14
14
2
#2
X1
E