Bowflex Max Trainer M3i User manual

M3i
M3i
M3i
This product is compliant with the
applicable CE requirements.
ASSEMBLY / OWNER’S MANUAL

Assembly / Owner’s Manual
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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 18
Leveling the Machine 18
Important Safety Instructions 19
Features 20
Console Features 21
Resistance Level Shifter 22
FitnessBasics 25
Operations 31
Mounting / Dismounting 31
Power Up / Idle Mode 32
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
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, contact your local distributor.
For details regarding product warranty or if you have questions or problems with your product, please contact
your local Bowex distributor. To nd your local distributor, go to: www.nautilusinternational.com
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or otherwise protected by common law. Bowex, the B logo, Bowex Max Trainer, Bowex Connect, Nautilus, Schwinn, and Universal are trademarks
owned by or licensed to Nautilus, Inc. Polar®and OwnCode®are trademarks of their respective owners.
ORIGINAL MANUAL - ENGLISH VERSION ONLY

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Important Safety Instructions
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.
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Product
Specification Label
Serial Number Label
Safety Warning Labels and Serial Number

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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185.4cmx239cm(73”x94.1”).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, contact your local distributor.
Specifications / Before Assembly
2.39m ( 94.1”)
1.85m
( 73” )
0.6m
( 24” )
0.6m
( 24” )
0.6m
( 24” )
0.6m
( 24” )
73” (185.4 cm) x 94.1” (239 cm).
159.8 cm
( 62.9” )
117 cm
( 46.1” )
63.5 cm
( 25” )
Maximum User Weight: 136 kg (300 lbs)
Total Surface Area (footprint) of equipment: 7429.5cm2
Maximum Pedal Height:  48.5cm(19.1inches)
Machine Weight: 63.4 kg (139.8 lbs)
Power Requirements:
Operational Voltage: 9VDC
 OperatingCurrent: 1.5A
 ACPowerAdapter: 220-240VAC,50Hz
Complies with the following:
    ISO20957Compliant
DO NOT dispose of this product as refuse. This product is to be recycled. For proper disposal of this product, please follow the prescribed
methods at an approved waste center.

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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
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
Parts

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Tools
Included
#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 2 Washer,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
Hardware / Tools

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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.
13mm
X2
C
11
X4
N
D
1
13mm
X2
C
11
X4
N
D
1
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
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