Exertec SP-700 User manual

User Manual
SP-700 Training Bike
WARNING: Read these materials prior to assembling.
This is not a toy. Not suitable for children less than 15 years of age.
The maximum user weight is 265 pounds (120 kgs).
Adult assembly required. Keep small parts out of the reach of the children.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Customer service: (888) 922-2336, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Central Standard
Time,
Monday thru Friday
(Made in China)
Please keep this instruction manual for future reference.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents………………………………………………………..………..Page 2
Wa r n i n g s . . . . … … … … . . . … … … … … … . . … … . . … … … . . … . . . . . P a g e 3 - 4
Exploded Drawing....…………...………………..……..………..….....Page 5
Parts List..…………………………..…..……..…..…..........………………Page 6-7
Assembly Instructions……..…….………….…….……..…………………….Page 8-10
Diagram of Use……………………………………………………………..Page 11-13
Operation Instructions………………………………………………………..Page 14-15
Notice..………………………………………………………………………Page 15
Care and Maintenance….………………….…….….…………....………………Page 16
Troubleshoot………………………………………………………………….Page 16-17
Warranty Information………………………………………………………...Page 17-18
Liability Information…………………………………………………………Page 18

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1. Read user’s manual carefully before assembly and operating this product.
2. Consult your physician first before beginning this or any exercise program. Injury or death may
occur from improper use or over-training. Consult a medical doctor or qualified fitness instructor
to determine an exercise program appropriate to your level of fitness.
3. Do not wear loose clothing to avoid entangling into any moving parts.
4. Place this product on an even, non-slippery surface.
5. This product is designed for adult use only.
6. Keep all parts out of the reach of children.
7. Keep children away from the bike while it is in use.
8. If you have any pain or tightness in your chest, an irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, feel
faint or have any discomfort while exercising, please STOP immediately!
9. Do not wear loose clothing to avoid entangling into any moving parts.
10. Misuse of this product may cause serious injury.
11. Once fully assembled, please inspect to make sure all hardware parts such as bolts, nuts, and
washers are positioned and in stable situation.
12. This unit is NOT equipped with a freewheel system. If the flywheel is in motion, the pedals will
be in motion. Do not attempt to stop the unit by applying reverse pressure to the pedals as knee
injury may occur. Do not attempt to remove your feet from the pedals while they are in motion as
serious injury may occur from the spinning pedals. Do not dismount from the bike until the pedals
are at a complete STOP.
13. Wait for the flywheel to coast to a stop. If you want to quickly stop the flywheel, apply firm down
ward pressure to the brake knob. Do not attempt to dismount the SP – 700 unless the pedals and
the flywheel are at a complete stop.
14. Never attempt to turn the pedal crank arms by hand. Do not expose your hands or your arms to
the drive mechanism as possible injury could occur.
15. Never drop or insert any object into any opening on the exercise equipment.
16. Always inspect the safety belt guard that protects the moving parts of the bike to be in safe and in
good order.
17. Always inspect the seat post, seat slider, pedals, and handlebar to make sure they are in safe and
stable situation before using the bike.
18. Running or aerobic shoes are required when using the bike.
19. Avoid placing and using this product in a damp environment.
20. Only use original parts (except personal saddle) accompany this product.
21. After exercising, please turn the adjustment control knob clockwise (+) to increase tension,
therefore will not rotate freely and prevent injury.
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22. Adjust Seat (63) to a suitable position by adjusting Seat Sliders (4) and Seat Post (5). Please
adjust the height of the handlebar post (7) according to your body size.
23. The drive mode of the equipment is bi-directive driven. Please press Brake-handle (8) for braking
when aggressive exercise is performed, it will stop immediately.
24. This product is for indoor use only, outdoor usage is absolutely prohibited.
25. Maximum user weight is 265 lbs (120 kgs).
26. This product is not intended for therapeutic or commercial use. This product is intended for
consumer (non-institutional) use only.
The safety level given by the design of this equipment can only be maintained when the equipment is
regularly examined for damage and wear. Inoperable components should be replaced immediately or
the equipment should not be used until it is repaired.
Failure to follow all guidelines may compromise the effectiveness of the exercise experience, expose
yourself (and possibly others) to injury, and reduce the longevity of the equipment.

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Part No. DESCRIPTION QTY
1 Main frame 1
2 Front base 1
3 Rear base 1
4 Seat slider 1
5 Seat Post 1
6 Handlebar 1
7 Handlebar Post 1
8 Brake handle 1
9 Idler wheel 1
10 Crank shaft 1
11 Bottle cage 1
12 Flywheel 1
13 Left crank 1
14 Right crank 1
15 Belt wheel 1
16 Hexagon Flat Round Head Screw 1
17 Hexagon Flat Round Head Screw 2
18 Hexagon Flat Round Head Screw 5
19 Inner hexagon flat round head
screw 9
20 Phillips pan head screws 4
21 Countersunk Phillips screw 2
22 Hex nuts 4
23 Hexagon Flat Round Head Screw 2
24 Hex flange nut 2
25 C-shaped retainer 1
26 Nut 1
27 Nut 5
28 Flat washer 5
29 Flat washer 4
30 Bearing 2
31 Bearing 2
32 Clamp brake assembly 1SET
33-01 Brake knob 1
33-02 Brake linked film 1
33-03 Big washer 1
33-04 Wool felt 1
33-05 Nut 1
33-06 Cylinder head screw 1
33-07 Flange nuts 1
34 Axle 1
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Part No. DESCRIPTION QTY
35 Hex nuts 3
36 Washer 1
37 Hex flange nut 1
38 Cross umbrella head self-tapping
screws 8
39 Casing 1
40 High cap 1
41 Spring 1
42 L-shaped wrench 1
43 Integrated wrench 1
44 Hollow plug 3
45 Crank plug 2
46 POP-PIN 3
47 End cap 1
48 End cap 1
49 End cap 4
50 End cap 1
51 Adjustable foot pad 4
52 Pulley 2
53 Cover cushion 2
54 Pull handle casing 1
55 Water bottle 1
56 Inner side cover 1
57 Outer side Cover 1
58 Front cover 1
59 Idler wheel 2
60 Brake 2
61 Left pedal 1
62 Right pedal 1
63 Seat 1
64 Belt 1
*Note that the main frame, including the flywheel, belt cover, and the water bottle
(Part list No. 1, 8-18, 20-21, 26-27, 29-45, 47-50, 52-60, 64) are pre-assembled portion of the bike.

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*Part list No. not shown on the diagram above are pre-assembled.
Assembly Instructions

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Step 1: Assemble Front Base and Rear Base.
According to the following figure, fix the Front Base (02) and Rear Base (03) to the Main Frame (01)
respectively with 4 pcs of Inner Hexagon Flat Round Head Screw (19), Flat Washer (28) by Inner
Hexagon tool for fastening.
Step 2: Install Left Pedal and Right Pedal.
Refer to the figure below. Insert the Left Pedal (61) and Right Pedal (62) into the Crank. Tightening
the pedals clock-wise by using the Opening Wrench (43).
Step 3: Assemble the Handlebar Post.
According to the following figure, slacken the Pop Pin (46), and slide the Handlebar Post (07) into the
Handlebar Post Housing on the Main Frame (01), and re-tighten the Pop Pin.
The main frame is pre-assembled.

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Step 4: Assemble the Handlebar.
Fix the Handlebar (06) to the Handlebar Post (07) and tighten it with Hexagon Flat Round Head
Screw (23).
Step 5: Assemble the Seat Post.
Slacken the Pop Pin (46), and slide the Seat Post (05) to the Seat Post Housing on the Main Frame,
then retighten the Pop Pin (46). Slide Seat Slider (04) into the Seat Post (05), and then fix the Seat (63)
to the Seat Slider (04).
Step 6:
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:Assembly completed.
After finishing installation, please inspect all the screws and nuts carefully to make sure all of them
are properly tightened
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1) Seat post height adjustment: Loosen the knob on the seat post counter clock-wise and move the
seat post up or down to the desired position, and then tighten the knob clock-wise to fix.
2) Seat back and forth adjustment: Loosen the knob of the seat counter clock-wise, move the seat
back and forth to the desired position, and then tighten the knob clock-wise.
3) Handle bar post height adjustment: Loosen the knob of the handle bar counter clock-wise, move
the handle bar to the desired position, and then tighten the knob clock-wise.
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4) Tension adjustment: Rotate the tension knob clock-wise to increase the tension, or counter
clock-wise to reduce the tension.
5) Quick stop: Push down the red “Push Stop” leveler below the tension knob for quick or emergency
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6) Installing pedals:
a.) Insert the pedal to the crank
b.) Use (43) wrench to tighten the pedal
7) Transporting the bike: Transport wheels are conveniently located on the front bottom frame. The
bike can be easily transported by holding down the handle bar with proper force to make the bike
in the tilting position as shown in the below picture. Make sure the handle bar post is properly
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Seat Adjustment:
Adjusting the Seat Height
1.Stand next to the seat post and adjust the seat to
hip height.
2. Rotate the crank so that the pedals are in the vertical,
12 and 6 O’clock, position.
3. Place your foot in the toe cage of the pedal closest
to the floor and mount the bike. Ensure that the ball of
your foot is over the center of the pedal. Your leg should be slightly bent at the knee.
4. If your leg is too straight or your foot cannot touch the pedal, you will need to lower the seat.
If your leg is bent too much you will need to raise the seat.
5. Dismount the bike and loosen the seat post adjustment handle. Once loosened, slide the seat post up
or down as necessary.
6. When the seat is in the desired position, tighten the adjustment handle to secure the seat post.
7. Note the final position mark on the seat post for future reference.
Adjusting the Seat Forward / Backward Position
8. Sit on your bike with the cranks in the 3 and 9 O’clock
positions. A proper forward/backward position of the seat
is achieved when the small bump at the top of the shin
of your forward leg, directly below the knee cap
(tibial tuberosity), is above the pedal axle.
9. Dismount to adjust the seat forward or backward for a better fit. Loosen the seat adjustment lever
and slide
the seat forward or backward as desired; then tighten.
10. Note the final position mark under the seat for future reference.
(Repeat steps 2 through 7 if necessary.)
Handlebar Adjustment:
Adjusting the Handlebar Height
1. Handlebar height is a matter of preference.
Start with the handle bars at the same height as the seat.
Adjusting the handlebars higher will give the rider
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a more upright position; lowering them will result in a
more prone position.
2. Raise or lower the handlebars by loosening the handlebar post adjustment and sliding the handlebar
post up or down as desired. Tighten the adjustment knob to secure the handlebar post.
1. Inspect all the Nuts, Bolts, and Nut Caps regularly. Tighten when necessary prior to usage.
2. Perform periodic inspection on the Clamp Brake Assembly (60). Replace worn-out brake pads or
assembly.
3. Pedals can become loose after certain period of time of usage. Make sure pedals are properly
tightened by following the procedure on page 13. Operating the bike on loose pedals will lead to
improper wear and tear on the crank.
4. Loose Seat (63) can be adjusted by using the opening spanner.
5. DO NOT use the bike with any manufacturing defects, please contact manufacturer authorized
customer service at (888) 922-2336 immediately.
6. Parts with excessive wear and tear need to be replaced immediately prior to usage.
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Please read all maintenance instructions carefully before using the bike.
Upon receiving your equipment, use a soft clean cloth to wipe off the dust that may have accumulated
during shipping. Your equipment will need minor assembly. Refer to the “assembly instructions”
section of this manual for details.
BEFORE EVERY USAGE
Ensure the pedals are tight in crank arms; that all screws on pedals are tight; and that pedal straps are
not frayed.
MONTHLY
Inspect the belt for correct alignment and tension. A properly tensioned belt should not slip when
pedaling. Check the belt for excessive wear, replace cracked, frayed, or otherwise non-uniform belt.
Inspect the bottom bracket assembly. Using a small rubber mallet, tap on the crank bolt on both sides
to check if there’s any side to side movement. Upon discovering side to side movement, contact
customer service for replacement parts and arrange local licensed technician to replace the bottom
bracket assembly.
SYMPTOM: Clicking noise when flywheel rotates.
1. Check edge of flywheel that brake pad rubs against for small burrs.
2. If burr is present gently remove while being careful not to damage flywheel surface.
3. If symptom persists check for noisy flywheel bearings.
4. If flywheel bearings are noisy or rough have authorized service technician replace flywheel hub
assembly.
SYMPTOM: Clicking noise with each pedal revolution.
1. Check shoelaces to make sure the aglet is not tapping the bike as the pedals turn.
2. Assure pedal straps are tight and that no excess strap on inner part of pedal is catching on the crank
arm as it turns.
3. Assure that pedals are tight on crank arms.
Care and Maintenance
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SYMPTOM: Drive belt is slipping.
1. Remove belt cover Note: Use caution around belt when cover is removed.
2. Loosen idler with adjustable wrench and tighten tensioner bolt 2-3 turns with appropriate wrench
3. Tighten idler and test belt
4. If belt still slips repeat process until belt no longer slips.
5. Reinstall belt cover.
SYMPTOM: Knocking noise or play felt in pedals/cranks.
1. Make sure pedals are tight on crank arms. Note: Left pedal is reverse threaded.
2. Make sure crank bolts are tight. If loose, tighten crank bolts to 48 ft-lbs (575 in-lbs) with 8mm hex
wrench.
3. If problem persists check if the bottom bracket bearing cups are loose. Tighten if necessary with a
bottom bracket tool and use blue Loctite 242 on threads.
4. If knocking noise still persists contact authorized service technician for replacement of bottom
bracket bearings.
This is to certify that the Exertec SP-700 bike is warranted by JK Fitness Equipment Inc. to be free of all
defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty does not apply to any defect caused by negligence,
misuse, accident, alteration, and improper maintenance.
The Exertec SP-700 Warranty assumes that the recommended service guidelines
have been followed by the customer, and covers the following:
Parts:
° Frame – 5 years
° Cranks, flywheel, handlebar, handlebar post, seat post – 2 years
° Bottom bracket cartridge assembly, pillow block bearings, tension assembly – 1 year
° Pedals – 1 year
° Seat, grip, handles, pedal straps, and brake pad – 90 days
Contact Academy Sports & Outdoor Customer Service Department (888) 922-2336 to report any
problems. When calling, please be prepared
to provide the customer service representative with the following information:
• Your name, customer number, shipping address, and telephone number
• The serial number(s) of the inoperable bike(s)
• The date(s) of purchase for the inoperable bike(s)
• Your billing address
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This warranty extends only to the original purchaser for the duration specified above from the date of
purchase. This warranty is not transferable to anyone who subsequently purchases the product from
the original purchaser.
During the warranty period, JK Fitness Equipment Inc. has the option to replace or repair a part(s) that
was discovered damaged or has become damaged due to manufacturer defect only, and may be done
so with serviceable used parts that equivalent to the new parts in performance. This warranty does not
cover: faulty set up procedures, assembly errors, alterations, misuse, abuse, accidents, improper
maintenance, damage or malfunctions caused by moving or dropping the product, unforeseen home
damage, acts of nature, or repairs not provided by JK Fitness Equipment Inc. customer service.
JK Fitness Equipment Inc. reserves the right to change manufacturers of any parts to cover any
existing warranty. To obtain warranty parts, you must contact customer service (800-922-2336). Any
evidence of alternative or erasing will be cause for immediate void of this Limited Warranty. This
warranty does not extend to any product not purchased from the authorized reseller or dealer. Product
on which the serial number has been altered, defected, or removed is not eligible for warranty service.
JK Fitness Equipment Inc. makes no other warranties, expressed or implied, including any implied
warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. JK Fitness Equipment Inc. expressly
claims all warranties not stated in this Limited Warranty. Neither JK Fitness Equipment Inc. nor any
of its affiliates shall be responsible for incidental or consequential damages.
JK Fitness Equipment Inc. neither makes, assumes nor authorizes any representative or other person to
make or assume for us, any other warranty whatsoever, whether expressed or implied, in connection
with the sale, service, or shipment of our products. We reserve the right to make changes and
improvements in our products without incurring any obligation to similarly alter products previously
purchased.
In order to maintain your product warranty and to ensure the safe and efficient operation of
your machine, only authorized replacement parts can be used. This warranty is void if parts other than
those provided by JK Fitness Equipment Inc. are used.
WARNING:
Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician first. This is especially
important for individuals over the age of 35 or with pre-existing health problems.
Read all instructions before using. Neither the manufacturer nor the vendor of this product assumes
any responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this
product.
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