Bowflex MAX Trainer Installation and operating instructions

Assembly / Owner’s Manual
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Important Safety Instructions - Assembly 3
Safety Warning Labels / Serial Number 4
Specications 5
BeforeAssembly 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
EditaUserProle 35
CustomizeMAXProgram 35
Console Setup Mode 36
Maintenance 37
Maintenance Parts 38
Troubleshooting 40
Body Weight Loss Guide 42
100%SatisfactionGuarantee 50
Warranty 51
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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.
• Keepbystandersandchildrenawayfromtheproductyouareassemblingatalltimes.
• Donotconnectpowersupplytothemachineuntilinstructedtodoso.
• Donotassemblethismachineoutdoorsorinawetormoistlocation.
• Makesureassemblyisdoneinanappropriateworkspaceawayfromfoottrafcandexposuretobystanders.
• Somecomponentsofthemachinecanbeheavyorawkward.Useasecondpersonwhendoingtheassemblystepsinvolvingtheseparts.Do
not do steps that involve heavy lifting or awkward movements on your own.
• Setupthismachineonasolid,level,horizontalsurface.
• Donottrytochangethedesignorfunctionalityofthismachine.Thiscouldcompromisethesafetyofthismachineandwillvoidthewarranty.
• Ifreplacementpartsarenecessary,useonlygenuineNautilus®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.
• DonotuseuntilthemachinehasbeenfullyassembledandinspectedforcorrectperformanceinaccordancewiththeManual.
• ReadandunderstandthecompleteManualsuppliedwiththismachinebeforerstuse.KeeptheManualforfuturereference.
• Doallassemblystepsinthesequencegiven.Incorrectassemblycanleadtoinjuryorincorrectfunction.
• Thisproductcontainsmagnets.Magneticeldscaninterferewiththenormaluseofcertainmedicaldevicesatacloserange.Usersmaycome
intoproximityofthemagnetsintheassembly,maintenance,and/oruseoftheproduct.Giventheobviousimportanceofthesedevices,suchas
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
Changesormodicationstothisunitnotexpresslyapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliancecouldvoidtheuser’sauthorityto
operate the equipment.
Themachineandpowersupplycomplywithpart15oftheFCCrules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevicemaynot
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note:ThismachineandpowersupplyhavebeentestedandfoundtocomplywiththelimitsforaClassAdigitaldevice,pursuanttoPart15of
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:
•Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
•Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
•Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected.
•Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
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
workoutareaofaminimum73”(185.4cm)x94.1”(239cm).Besurethattheworkoutspaceyouareutilizinghasadequateheightclearance,taking
intoconsiderationtheheightoftheuserandthemaximumpedalheightofthetnessmachine.
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
TheBowexMAXTrainer™Machine Mat is an optional accessory that helps keep your workout area clear and adds a layer of protection to your
oor.Therubbermachinematprovidesanon-slip,rubbersurfacewhichlimitsstaticdischargeandreducesthepossibilityofdisplayorrunninger-
rors.Ifpossible,putyourBowexMAXTrainer™Machine Mat in your selected workout area before you begin assembly.
Toordertheoptionalmachinemat,goto:www.bowex.com,orcall1(800)605–3369.
Maximum User Weight: 300 lbs. (136 kg)
Maximum Pedal Height: 19.1inches(48.5cm)
Power Requirements:
OperationalVoltage: OperationalVoltage9VDC
OperatingCurrent: 1500mA
Regulatory Approvals:
ACPowerAdapter: ULlisted,CSAcertied(orequivalent),Rated120V60Hz
Input,9VDC,1500mAOutput.Class2orLPS.
This product, its packaging, and components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproduc-
tiveharm.ThisNoticeisprovidedinaccordancewithCalifornia’sProposition65.Ifyouwouldlikeadditionalinformation,pleaserefertoour
websiteatwww.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 ManualKit
( 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
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2
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511
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Tools
Included Not Included
(recommended)
Hardware / Tools
#2
5mm
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 SocketHeadHexScrew,M6x1.0x8 H 10 SocketHeadHexScrew,M6x1.0x20
B 4 SocketHeadHexScrew,M8x1.25x55 I 4 SocketHeadHexScrew,M10x1.5x25
C 12 Washer,FlatM8x18 J 4 Washer,FlatM10x23
D 6 SocketHeadHexScrew,M8x1.25x20 K 2Washer,FlatM8x24
E 1 PanPhillipsScrew,M5x0.8x20 L 4 Washer,FlatM6x13
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
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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
notdostepsthatinvolveheavyliftingorawkwardmovementsonyourown.LifttheFrameAssemblyfromtheexteriorofthepivotassembly
as indicated below.
NOTICE: Once all hardware has been hand tightened, fully tighten ALL hardware from previous steps.
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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.
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4. Attach Legs to Frame Assembly
Be aware that the Legs are connected and when either of these parts move the other does as well.
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5. Attach Pedals to Frame Assembly
In order to avoid possible serious injury, when inserting the tube ends into the Leg Assemblies be careful to avoid fingers or hands being caught
or pinched.
B
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X2
X8
5mm
8
9
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6. Connect the Foot Pads and then the Foot Pad Inserts

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7. Attach the Upper Handlebars to Frame Assembly
Be aware that the Pedals and the Upper Handlebars are connected and when either of these parts move the other does as well.
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: Be sure to attach the Upper Handlebars so they can be correctly grasped by a User when on the machine.
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8. Connect the Static Handlebar Assembly to the Frame Assembly
NOTICE: Do not crimp the Console Cable.
5mm
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9. Attach the Shifter Assembly to the Static Handlebar and Attach the Grip
NOTICE: Do not crimp the Cable. Hardware is pre-installed and not on Hardware Card (*). Be sure the settings on
the Shifter Assembly are visible to a User before fully tightening the hardware.
Note: A small application of soapy water can be used to ease the Static Handleber Grip onto the Handelbar.
*
X1
#2
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10. Connect the AC Adapter to the Frame Assembly
11. Final Inspection
Inspect your machine to ensure that all hardware is tight and components are properly assembled.
Besuretorecordtheserialnumberintheeldprovidedatthefrontofthismanual.
DonotuseuntilthemachinehasbeenfullyassembledandinspectedforcorrectperformanceinaccordancewiththeOwner’sManual.

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Moving the Machine
The machine may be moved by one or more persons depending on their
physical abilities and capacities. Make sure that you and others are all physically
tandabletomovethemachinesafely.
1. Grasp the inner, unmoving part of the Pivot Assembly to carefully tilt the machine
toward you onto the transport rollers.
Be aware of the Handlebars and the weight of the machine before tilting the
machine.
2. Push the machine into position.
3. Carefully lower the machine into position.
NOTICE: Be careful when you move the machine. All abrupt motions can affect the
computer operation.
Leveling the Machine
ThemachineneedstobeleveledifyourworkoutareaisunevenoriftheRailAssemblyisslightlyofftheoor.Toadjust:
1. Place the machine in your workout area.
2. Loosenthelockingnutsandadjustthelevelersuntiltheyareevenlybalancedincontactwiththeoor.
Do not adjust the levelers to such a height that they detach or unscrew from the machine. Injury to you or damage to the machine can occur.
3. Tighten the locking nuts.
Makesurethemachineislevelandstablebeforeyouexercise.
Adjustments

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This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Before using this equipment, obey the following warnings:
Read and understand the complete Manual. Keep the Manual for future reference.
Read and understand all warnings on this machine. If at any time the Warning stickers become loose, unreadable or
dislodged, contact Nautilus®Customer Service for replacement stickers.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock or usage of the equipment, always unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet and the machine and wait 5 minutes before cleaning, maintaining or repairing the machine. Place the
power cord in a secure location.
• Childrenmustnotbeletonorneartothismachine.Movingpartsandotherfeaturesofthemachinecanbedangerous
to children.
• Notintendedforusebyanyoneunder14yearsofage.
• Consultaphysicianbeforeyoustartanexerciseprogramoranewhealthanddietplan.Stopexercisingifyoufeel
pain or tightness in your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine
again. Use the values calculated or measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only. The heart rate
displayedontheconsoleisanapproximationandshouldbeusedforreferenceonly.
• Beforeeachuse,examinethismachineforloosepartsorsignsofwear.Donotuseiffoundinthiscondition.Monitor
the Pedals and Crank Arms closely. Contact Nautilus®Customer Service for repair information.
• Maximumuserweightlimit:300lbs.(136kg).Donotuseifyouareoverthisweight.
• Thismachineisforhomeuseonly.
• Donotwearlooseclothingorjewelry.Thismachinecontainsmovingparts.Donotputngersorotherobjectsinto
movingpartsoftheexerciseequipment.
• Setupandoperatethismachineonasolid,level,horizontalsurface.
• MakethePedalsstablebeforeyousteponthem.Usecautionwhenyousteponandoffthemachine.
• Donotoperatethismachineoutdoorsorinmoistorwetlocations.
• Keepatleast24”(0.6m)oneachsideofthemachineclear.Thisistherecommendedsafedistanceforaccessand
passage around and emergency dismounts from the machine. Keep third parties out of this space when machine is in
use.
• Donotoverexertyourselfduringexercise.Operatethemachineinthemannerdescribedinthismanual.
• PerformallregularandperiodicmaintenanceproceduresrecommendedintheOwner’sManual.
• KeepthePedalscleananddry.
• Exerciseonthismachinerequirescoordinationandbalance.Besuretoanticipatethatchangesinspeedand
resistance level can occur during workouts, and be attentive in order to avoid loss of balance and possible injury.
• This machine cannot stop the Pedals or Upper Handlebars independently of the Resistance Fan. Reduce the pace to
slow the Resistance Fan, the Upper Handlebars, and Pedals to a stop. Do not dismount the machine until the Pedals
and Upper Handlebars have come to a complete stop.
• Donotdroporputobjectsintoanyopeningofthemachine.
• PriortousereadandunderstandtheOwner’sManual.Theapplianceisnottobeusedbypersonswithfunctional
limitationsandimpairments,reducedphysical,sensoryormentalcapabilities,orlackofexperienceandknowledge.
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