Bowflex MAX Trainer M9 Installation and operating instructions

ASSEMBLY / OWNER’S MANUAL
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Important Safety Instructions 3
Safety Warning Labels / Serial Number 5
Specications 6
Before Assembly 6
Parts 7
Hardware 8
Tools 8
Assembly 9
Moving the Machine 22
Leveling the Machine 22
Features 23
Console 24
UsingApp on your Portable Device 28
Bluetooth® Heart RateArmband 28
Contact Heart Rate Sensors 29
Media Rack (Optional) 30
Fitness Basics 31
Operations 37
Mounting / Dismounting 37
Initial Set-Up 38
Getting Started 38
Power Up / Just For You Tab 39
Pausing or Stopping a Workout 39
Power-Off and Restart the Machine 39
Maintenance 41
Maintenance Parts 42
Troubleshooting 44
Body Weight Loss Plan 46
Buy Back Guarantee 54
Warranty (US/Canada only) 55
Table of Contents / Registration
Nautilus, Inc., 5415 Centerpoint Parkway, Groveport, OH 43125USA, www.NautilusInc.com - Customer Service: North America [phone],
[email protected] | Nautilus (Shanghai) Fitness Equipments Co, Ltd, Room 1701 &1702, 1018 Changning Road, Changning District, Shanghai,
China 200042, www.nautilus.cn - 86 21 6115 9668 | outside U.S. www.nautilusinternational.com | Printed in China | © 2020 Nautilus, Inc. | Bowex,
the Bowex logo, Nautilus, the Nautilus logo, Schwinn, SelectTech, Max Trainer, and JRNY are trademarks owned or licensed by Nautilus, Inc.,
registered or otherwise protected by common law in the U.S. and other countries. Polar®, OwnCode®,Android™, Google Play™, and Nut Thins®
are trademarks of their respective owners.Apple and theApple logo are trademarks ofApple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App
Store is a service mark ofApple Inc. The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of
such marks by Nautilus, Inc. is under license. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
ORIGINALMANUAL- ENGLISH VERSION ONLY
To validate warranty support, keep the original proof of purchase and record the following information:
Serial Number __________________________
Date of Purchase __________________________
If purchased in US/Canada: To register your product warranty, go to: www.bowex.com/register or call 1 (800) 605–3369.
If purchased outside US/Canada: 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 distributor. To nd your local
distributor, go to: www.nautilusinternational.com

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
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.
Carefully read and understand the Assembly instructions. Read and understand the complete Manual.
Keep the Manual for future reference.
WARNING
!
WARNING indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
!
DANGER indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
!
CAUTION indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices
not related to personal injury.
!
To decrease the risk of burns, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and understand the complete
Owner’s Manual. Failure to follow these guidelines can cause a serious or possibly fatal electrical shock
or other serious injury.
• 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.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or unattended/unsupervised usage, 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.
•Before each use, examine the machine for damage to power cord, loose parts or signs of wear. Do not use if found in this condition. If
purchased in US/Canada, contact Customer Service for repair information. If purchased outside US/Canada, contact your local distributor for
repair information.
• Not intended for use by persons with medical conditions where those conditions may impact the safe operation of the machine or pose a risk of
injury to the user.
• Do not drop or put objects into any opening of the machine.
• Never operate this machine with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair and the like.
• 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.
•SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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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 labels become loose, unreadable or dislodged,
replace the labels. If purchased in US/Canada, contact Customer Service for replacement labels. If purchased outside US/Canada,
contact your local distributor for them.
• Children must not be let on or near to this machine. Moving parts and other features of the machine can be dangerous to children.
• Not intended for use by anyone under 14 years of age.
• Consult a physician before you start an exercise program or a new health and diet plan. Stop exercising if you feel 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 displayed on the console is an approximation and should be used for
reference only.
• Before each use, examine this machine for loose parts or signs of wear. Do not use if found in this condition. Monitor the Pedals and Crank
Arms closely. If purchased in US/Canada, contact Customer Service for repair information. If purchased outside US/Canada, contact your local
distributor for repair information.
• Maximum user weight limit:136 kg (300 lbs.). Do not use if you are over this weight.
• This machine is for home use only. Do not place or use the machine in a commercial or institutional setting. This includes gyms, corporations,
work places, clubs, tness centers and any public or private entity that has a machine for use by its members, customers, employees or
afliates.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. This machine contains moving parts. Do not put ngers or other objects into moving parts of the exercise
equipment.
• Set up and operate this machine on a solid, level, horizontal surface.
• Make the Pedals stable before you step on them. Use caution when you step on and off the machine.
• Do not operate this machine outdoors or in moist or wet locations.
• Keep at least 0.6 m (24”) along the side used to access the machine and to the rear of the machine clear. This is the recommended safe
distance for access, passage and emergency dismounts from the machine. Keep third parties out of this space when machine is in use.
• Do not over exert yourself during exercise. Operate the machine in the manner described in this manual.
• Perform all regular and periodic maintenance procedures recommended in the Owner’s Manual.
• Keep the Pedals and Handlebars clean and dry.
• Exercise on this machine requires coordination and balance. Be sure to anticipate that changes in speed and 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,
Upper Handlebars and Pedals to a stop. Do not dismount the machine until the Pedals and Upper Handlebars have come to a complete stop.
• Do not drop or put objects into any opening of the machine.
• Prior to use read and understand the Owner’s Manual. The appliance is not to be used by persons with functional limitations and impairments,
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Keep children under the age of 14
away from this machine.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
•SAVE THESE 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 ClassAdigital 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.
This product complies with the European Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU
Safety Warning Labels and Serial Number
ProductSpecicationLabelandSerialNumberLabel
(under Right Stabilizer Shroud)
WARNING!
• Injury or death is possible if caution is not used while using this
machine.
• Keep children and pets away.
• Read and follow all warnings on this machine.
• Refer to the Owner’s Manual for additional warnings and safety
information.
•Theheartratedisplayedisanapproximationandshouldbeused
for reference only.
• Not intended for use by anyone under 14 years of age.
•Themaximumuserweightforthismachineis136kg.(300lbs)
• This machine is for home use only.
•Consultaphysicianpriortousinganyexerciseequipment.
(Label on machine is available in English and French Canadian
only.)
Console 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139cm(54.8”)x186cm(73.2”).Keeptheworkoutareaclear0.6m(24”)alongthesideusedtoaccessthemachineand
to the rear of the machine. 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errors.Ifpos-
sible,putyourBowex™MaxTrainer™MachineMatinyourselectedworkoutareabeforeyoubeginassembly.
To order the optional machine mat, contact Customer Service (if purchased in US/Canada) or your local distributor (if purchased outside US/
Canada).
Specifications / Before Assembly
Maximum User Weight:  136kg(300lbs.)
Total Surface Area (footprint) of equipment: 9775 cm2(1515.4 in2)
Maximum Pedal Height: 48.5 cm ( 19.1 inches )
Machine Weight: approx.67.5kg(148.8lbs.)
Power Requirements:
(AC Adaptor)
 InputVoltage:  100-240VAC,50-60Hz,1.5A
Output Voltage: 12V DC, 5A
Heart RateArmband: 1 Lithium Polymer battery (not replaceable)
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.
165.4cm
(65.1”)
125cm
(49.2”)
78.2cm
(30.8”)
1.86m (73.2”)
1.39m
(54.8
”)
0.6m
( 24” )
0.6m
( 24” )

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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
61ConsoleAssembly 16 1StabilizerAssembly
7 1 Console Rear Cover 17 1 RailAssembly
8 1 Static Handlebar Cap 18 2 Cap
9 1 Dynamic Handlebar, Left 19 1 Dynamic Handlebar, Right
10 1 Static HandlebarAssembly 20 1 Tray Insert
11 2 Leg 21 1 Bluetooth®Heart RateArmband
12 1 Stabilizer Shroud, Right 22 1 ACAdapter
13 1 Stabilizer Shroud, Left 23 1 Manual Kit
14 2 Pedal 24 1 Hardware Card
15 4 Leveler
Item Qty Description
1 1 Frame
2 1 Shroud, Rear
3 2 Foot Pad Insert, Front
4 2 Foot Pad Insert
5 2 Foot Pad
Parts
18
22
23
12
3
3
4
4
5
9
11 12
13
16
17
14
19
11
14
15
621
10
7
8
24
20
18
22
23
12
3
3
4
4
5
9
11 12
13
16
17
14
19
11
14
15
621
10
7
8
24
20

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Tools
Included
#2
4 mm
5 mm
6 mm
8 mm
13 mm
Hardware / Tools
Item Qty Description Item Qty Description
A6 Socket Head Hex Screw, M8x1.25x20 Black I2Wave Washer, 17.2x22
B6 Lock Washer, M8x14.8 Black J4Socket Head Hex Screw, M8x1.25x55 Black
C 12 Washer, Flat M8x18 Black K 4 Lock Nut, M8 Black
D4Socket Head Hex Screw, M10x1.5x25 Black L 8Flat Socket Head Hex Screw, M6x1.0x30 Black
E4Washer, Flat M10x23 Black M4Socket Head Hex Screw, M6x1.0x14 CL10.9 Black
F1Pan Phillips Screw, M5x0.8x20 Black N 10 Lock Washer, M6x14.8 Black
G2Washer, Flat M8x24 Black O4Washer, Flat M6x13 Black
H 2 Cap P 6 Socket Head Hex Screw, M6x1.0x20 CL12.9 Black
Note: Select pieces of Hardware have been provided as spares on the Hardware Card. Be aware that there may be remaining Hardware
after the proper assembly of your machine.
AB C D E FGH IJKL MN OP

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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.
Assembly
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13mm
X2
C
X4
B
A
17
1

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2. Attach Levelers to the Stabilizer Assembly
15
X4
16

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3. 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 tightenALL hardware from previous steps.
D
E
X4

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4. Attach Stabilizer Shrouds to the Frame Assembly
12
13

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5. Attach 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.
18
18
#2
X1
F
2

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6. Attach Legs to Frame Assembly
Be aware that the Legs are connected and when either of these parts move the other does as well.
11
11
6mm
H
G
B
A
X2
I
X2

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7. 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.
X4
6mm
14
14
CK
J
C
X4
13mm

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8. Attach the Foot Platforms and Foot Pads to the Pedals
X8
5mm
L
3
4
5
5
4
3

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9. Cut the Shipping Zip-Tie that Secures the Cables, Connect the Cables, and Attach the Static Handlebar
Assembly and Tray Insert
NOTICE: Do not let the Cables drop into the Frame Assembly. Do not cut or crimp the Console Cables. Be sure to fully connect the cable
connectors. Onceallhardwarehasbeenhandtightened,fullytightenthehardwarewiththe5mmhexwrench.
X4
O
N
M
10
20