CARDIOSTRONG RX50 User manual

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CSTRX50.02.02
RowingmachineRX50
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Assembly and Operating Instructions
Art. No. CST-RX50-2

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Content
1 GENERAL INFORMATION 7
1.1 Technical Data 7
1.2 Personal Safety 8
1.3 Electrical Safety 9
1.4 Set-Up Place 10
2 ASSEMBLY 11
2.1 General Instructions 11
2.2 Scope of Delivery 12
2.3 Assembly 13
2.4 Operation instructions / Adjustments 17
3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 19
3.1 Console Display 19
3.2 Button Functions 20
3.3 Turning on the equipment 21
3.4 Programs 22
3.4.1 Pacer program - also called Pace boat program 22
3.4.2 Race program 24
3.4.3 Interval distance & interval time programs 25
3.4.4 60%, 75%, 90% heart rate controlled programs 27
3.4.5 THR – target heart rate program 28
3.4.6 Watt program 30
3.4.7 Training programs 31
3.4.8 Performance Test 33
3.4.9 User Data 35
3.4.10 Further information 38
3.5 Notes on correct rowing 42
4 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT 45
4.1 General Instructions 45
4.2 Transportation Wheels 45
4.3 Storage 45
5 TROUBLESHOOTING, CARE AND MAINTENANCE 46
5.1 General Instructions 46
5.2 Faults and Fault Diagnosis 46
5.3 Maintenance and Inspection Calendar 47
6 DISPOSAL 47

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7 RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES 48
8 ORDERING SPARE PARTS 49
8.1 Serial Number and Model Name 49
8.2 Parts List 50
8.3 Exploded Drawing 52
9 WARRANTY 53
10 CONTACT 55

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Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing a high-quality equipment of the brand cardiostrong®. cardiostrong® oers
sports and tness equipment for the sophisticated home sport and the equipment of tness studios
and business customers. With cardiostrong® tness equipment, the focus is on what sport is all about:
maximum performance! Therefore, the equipment is developed in close consultation with athletes
and sports scientists. Because athletes know best what makes perfect tness equipment.
Further information can be found at www.sport-tiedje.com.
Legal Notice
Sport-Tiedje GmbH
Europe’s No. 1 for home tness
International Headquarters
Flensburger Straße 55
24837 Schleswig
Germany
Management:
Christian Grau
Sebastian Campmann
Dr. Bernhard Schenkel
No. HRB 1000 SL
Local Court Flensburg
European VAT Number: DE813211547
Disclaimer
©2010 cardiostrong® is a registered brand of the company SportTiedje GmbH. All
rights reserved. Any use of this trademark without the explicit written permission of
Sport-Tiedje is prohibited.
Product and manual are subject to change. Technical data can be changed without
advance notice.
Intended Use
The equipment may only be used for its intended purpose.
The equipment is only suitable for home use. The equipment is not suitable for semi-professional
(e.g. hospitals, associations, hotels, schools, etc.) and commercial or professional use (e.g. tness
studios).

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Please carefully read the entire manual before installation and rst use. The manual will help you to
quickly set up the system and explains how to safely use it. Make sure that all persons exercising with
the equipment (especially children and persons with physical, sensory, mental or motor disabilities)
are informed about this manual and its contents in advance. In case of doubt, responsible persons
must supervise the use of the equipment.
This equipment has been manufactured according to the latest safety knowledge.
As far as possible, potential safety hazards which could cause injury have been
eliminated. Make sure to carefully follow the instructions and that all parts are
securely in place. If required, read through the instructions again to correct any
mistakes.
Please pay close attention to the safety and maintenance instructions given here. The contract
partner cannot be held liable for damage to health, accidents or damage to the equipment when it
is not used in accordance with these instructions.
The following safety instructions may appear in this manual:
࣑ATTENTION
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
⚠CAUTION
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in slight
or minor injuries!
⚠WARNING
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in death
or serious injuries!
⚠DANGER
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injuries!
LNOTICE
This notice indicates further useful information.
Retain these instructions in a safe place for future reference, maintenance or when ordering
replacement parts.

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Technical Data
LCD - Display:
+ Strokes, Strokes per minute
+ Training time in minutes
+ Training distance in metres
+ Time/500m: average/current
+ Burned calories in kcal
+ Measured heart rate (when using a chest strap)
+ Watt
+ Resistance level
Resistance system: Combined air and magnetic system
Resistance level: 16
Watt: 30 - 300 Watt
User memory: 4
Training programmes in total: 28
Quick-Start Programmes: 1
Pacer programmes: 1
Pre-set programmes: 12
Watt controlled programmes: 1
Heart rate controlled programmes: 4
User dened programmes: 4
Recovery programme: 1
Fitness test: 1
Weight and Dimenasions:
Article weight (gross, incl. packaging): 34 kg
Articke weight (netto, without packaging): 26 kg
Packaging dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 126 cm x 91 cm x 28 cm
Set-up dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 214 cm x 60 cm x 74 cm
Maximum user weight: 120 kg (264lbs)

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1.2 Personal Safety
⚠DANGER
+ Before you start using the equipment, you should consult your physician that this type of
exercise is suitable for you from a health perspective. Particularly aected are persons who:
have a hereditary disposition to high blood pressure or heart disease, are over the age of 45,
smoke, have high cholesterol values, are overweight and/or have not exercised regularly in
the past year. If you are under medical treatment that aects your heart rate, medical advice
is absolutely essential.
+ Note that excessive training can seriously endanger your health. Please also note that
heart rate monitoring systems can be inaccurate. If you notice any signs of weakness,
nausea, dizziness, pain, shortness of breath, or other abnormal symptoms, stop exercising
immediately and seek advice from your doctor if necessary.
⚠WARNING
+ This equipment may not be used by children under the age of 14.
+ Children should not be allowed unsupervised access to the equipment.
+ Persons with disabilities must have a medical license and must be under strict observation
when using the equipment.
+ The equipment is strictly for use by one person at a time.
+ If your equipment provides a safety key, the clip of the safety key must be attached to your
clothing before starting your training. In the event of a fall, the EMERGENCY STOP of the
equipment can be initiated.
+ Keep your hands, feet and other body parts, hair, clothing, jewellery and other objects well
clear of moving parts.
+ During use, wear suitable sports clothing rather than loose or baggy clothing.When wearing
sports shoes, make sure they have suitable soles, preferably made of rubber or other non-
slip materials. Shoes with heels, leather soles, studs or spikes are unsuitable. Never exercise
barefoot.
⚠CAUTION
+ If your equipment needs to be connected to the power supply with a mains cable, make
sure that the cable is not a potential tripping hazard.
+ Make sure that nobody is within the range of motion of the equipment during training so as
not to endanger you or other persons.
࣑ATTENTION
+ Do not insert any objects of any kind into the openings of the device.

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1.3 Electrical Safety
⚠DANGER
+ In order to reduce the risk of an electric shock, always unplug the equipment from the
mains socket immediately after your workout, before assembly or dismantling, and before
maintenance or cleaning. Do not pull on the cable.
⚠WARNING
+ Do not leave the equipment unattended while the mains cable is plugged into the mains
socket. During your absence, the mains cable must be removed from the mains socket to
prevent improper use by third parties or children.
+ If the mains cable or plug is damaged or defective, contact your contract partner. Until
repair, the equipment must not be used.
࣑ATTENTION
+ The equipment requires a mains connection of 220-230V with 50Hz mains voltage.
+ The equipment may only be connected directly to an earthed socket using the supplied
mains cable. Extension cables must conform to VDE guidelines. Always completely unwind
the mains cable.
+ The socket must be protected by a fuse with a minimum fuse rating of "16A, slow blow".
+ Do not make any changes to the mains cable or the mains plug.
+ Keep the mains cable away from water, heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not route the mains
cable underneath the equipment or under a carpet or rug, and do not place any objects on
top of it.

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1.4 Set-Up Place
⚠WARNING
+ Do not place the equipment in main corridors or escape routes.
⚠CAUTION
+ Choose a location in which to place the equipment such that there is enough free space/
clearance to the front, the rear and to the sides of the equipment. Make sure that you leave
at least 30 cm on each side of the equipment and at least 15 cm in front of and behind the
equipment as a training zone. This is the minimum required area in order to safely use the
equipment. The recommended free zone around the equipment should be at least 60 cm on
each side and 45 cm in front of and behind the equipment.
+ The training room should be well ventilated during training and not be exposed to any
draughts.
+ Choose the place in which to set up the equipment such that there is enough free space/
clearance to the front, the rear and to the sides of the equipment.
+ The set-up and mounting surface of the equipment should be at, loadable and solid.
࣑ATTENTION
+ The device may only be used in one building, in suciently tempered and dry rooms
(ambient temperatures between 10°C and 35°C). The equipment should not be used
outdoors or in rooms with high humidity (over 70%) like swimming pools.
+ A oor protective mat/equipment underlay can help to protect high-quality oor coverings
(parquet, laminate, cork, carpets) from dents and sweat and can help to level out slight
unevenness.
Training zone
Recommended free zone

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2 ASSEMBLY
2.1 General Instructions
⚠DANGER
+ Do not leave any tools, packaging materials such as foils or small parts lying around,
as otherwise there is a danger of suocation for children. Keep children away from the
equipment during assembly.
⚠WARNING
+ Pay attention to the instructions attached to the equipment in order to reduce the risk of
injuries.
⚠CAUTION
+ Do not open the packaging when it is lying on its side.
+ Ensure to have sucient room for movement in each direction during assembly.
+ The assembly of the equipment must be carried out by at least two adults. If in doubt, seek
the help of a third technically skilled person.
࣑ATTENTION
+ To prevent damage to the equipment and the oor, assemble the equipment on a mat or
packaging board.
LNOTICE
+ In order to make the assembly as simple as possible, some screws and nuts to be used can
already be pre-assembled.
+ Ideally, assemble the equipment at its later set-up place.

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2.2 Scope of Delivery
The scope of delivery consist of the following parts. At the beginning, check whether all parts
and tools belonging to the device are included in the scope of delivery and whether damage has
occurred. In the event of complaints, the contractual partner must be contacted directly.
⚠CAUTION
If parts of the scope of delivery are missing or damaged, the assembly must not be carried out.

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2.3 Assembly
Before assembly, take a close look at the individual assembly steps shown and carry out the assembly
in the order given.
LNOTICE
First loosely screw all parts together and check that they t properly. Tighten the screws using
the tool only when you are instructed to do so.
Step 1: Unpacking the equipment
1. Open the package as shown.
࣑ATTENTION
In order to protect the RX50 rowing
machine from damage for as
long as possible, you should only
remove the protective packaging
when absolutely necessary.
Step 2: Assemble the seat
1. Turn the aluminium beam (001)
over and place it on the carton, see
illustration.
2. Remove the four pre-assembled
screws (388) from the seat (045).
3. Mount the seat (045) to the seat
carriage (009) using the previously
removed screws (388).
4. Tighten the screws with the tool.

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Step 3: Assemble the front and rear stabilizer
1. Mount the rear stabilizer (007) to
the aluminium beam (001) using
two screws (388) and two washers
(413).
2. Mount the front stabilizer (005) to
the main frame (002) using two
screws (392), two washers (456),
and two nuts (221).
3. Tighten all screws with the tool.
4. Loosen the safety strap holder and
place the handle in the holder.

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Step 4: Assemble the foot pedals
1. Insert the metal support (004) into
the lower opening on the main
frame (002) and secure the metal
support (004) to the main frame
(002) with a screw (386D).
2. Insert the bar for the foot pedals
(012A) into the upper opening
on the main frame (002).
3. Slide a plastic ring (127) over the
bar (012A) at both ends.
4. Slide a foot pedal (019) onto both
ends of the bar (012A) and mount
each foot pedal (019) with a
washer (411C) and screw(317A).
5. Tighten all screws with the tool.

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Step 5: Connecting the main frame to the beam
1. Place the main frame (002)
upright and insert the aluminium
beam (001) into the opening on
the main frame (002).
2. Mount the aluminium beam(001)
to the main frame (002) with
two washers (413) and two
screws(388A).
3. Tighten the screws using the
tool.
Step 6: Connecting the equipment to the mains supply
࣑ATTENTION
The equipment must not be connected
to a multiple socket, otherwise it cannot
be guaranteed that the equipment
will be supplied with sucient power.
Technical errors can result.
1. Remove the cable tie from the aluminium
beam (001).
2. Connect the device to the power
plug and plug the power plug into
a wall outlet that complies with the
instructions in the chapter on electrical
safety.

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2.4 Operation instructions / Adjustments
Sit safely
Sit safely on the rowing machine. Please make sure to sit directly on the seat, when it is placed under
your body.
1. Stand with spread legs above the aluminum rail.
2. Place the seat directly under your body.
3. Please make sure that when you sit down that the seat remains in this position.
Tighten and release foot strap
1. Put your foot through the strap and place your foot on the footrest.
2. Pull the strap of the foot strap until your foot is xed to the footrest and press the fastener rmly.
3. To release the foot strap again, pull the strap and release the fastener until you can release your
foot from the foot strap.

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Angle adjustment of the console
The console and the console arm are pivoted in order to allow you to nd the appropriate adjustment
of angle and height.
࣑ATTENTION
For safety reasons, please make sure while exercising that the pull rope does not touch the
console.
1. Hold the console with both hands as shown in the upper gure.
2. Turn and swivel the console to the desired height and angle.

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3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LNOTICE
Familiarise yourself with all the functions and setting options of the device before starting
training. Have the proper use of this product explained to you by a specialist.
3.1 Console Display
BAR CHART
Here, the program proles and text messages are displayed.
8 rows high = 16 resistance levels
16 columns long = 16 times intervals
ALPHANUMERIC
DISPLAY Text messages which guide you through the single programs.
WATTS
Estimated wattage per stroke, calibrated according to EN957.
One Watt corresponds to the performance to do a mechanical work of
one joule within a second.
LEVEL
16 resistance levels can be selected.
Level 1 = minimum resistance
Level 16 = maximum resistance
TIME/500M Displays your current time/500 m.
SPM Strokes per minute.

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PULSE
Your heart rate is displayed in beats per minute. A compatible
chest strap with 5 kHz is separately available. The ashing heart is
synchronized with your heart rate.
LNOTICE
“---” means that your console does not receive a heart rate signal.
TIME Minutes and seconds.
BATTERIE Full, half, empty
METERS Covered distance is only shown in meters.
STROKES Total number of strokes
CALORIES
Measured in kilo calories (kcal)
LNOTICE
The number of calories strongly depends upon your user data.
Select the setting of user data in the main menu.
3.2 Button Functions
MENU
Press this button to get to the main menu.
LNOTICE
This button only works in the menu mode and pause mode, but not in
the training mode.
RECOVERY
Two functions
1. Distance sensor
Hold the Recovery button pressed.
2. Start the Recovery program
The Recovery program determines automatically your recovery heart rate
within a minute after the training.
ENTER
Three functions
1. Before the training (menu mode)
Press Enter to conrm your selection.
2. Before the training (menu mode)
Hold Enter for three seconds in order to skip the selection process.
3. While exercising (training mode)
Press Enter to change the bar chart.
LNOTICE
It only refers to the HRC programs, Watt programs, and training
programs.