kinetic road machine User manual

Your Kinetic Trainer is designed for use with road, mountain, BMX and
recumbent bikes. Before adjusting these legs, you must know your bike’s
wheel size, which is printed on the sidewall of every tire.
The folding legs have four mounting positions. When shipped from the factory,
the leg is mounted in Position 1 on the main frame and will function with all
tire sizes. However, to lower the drive wheel and maintain good riding position
it is best to adjust the leg position to match your tire size. Ideally, your bike
tire should be approximately 1-11
/2” from the floor. Use the chart shown here
to determine the recommended leg position.
Use wrenches to remove the acorn nut. Remove bolt. Select appropriate hole
and insert bolt through frame and leg. Attach acorn nut and tighten securely
until some resistance is felt in the movement of the folding leg. Repeat on
opposite side. The appropriate leg position may vary for some wheel
diameters because of tire thickness. Choose the setting that positions the bike
as level as possible. See chart at right.
components
adjustable folding legs
When unpacking, check that the following components are present.
PLEASE NOTE: If any of the components listed are missing,
please call our Customer Service hotline at 877-226-7824.
frame position maximum tire o.d
Position 1 28.75”
Position 2 27.04”
Position 3 23.80”
Position 4 20.90”
kinetic road machine instruction manual
Part A
Folding Frame
Part C
L-Bolt
Part D
Spring
Part E Adjustment
Knob & Washer
Part F
Mounting
Bolt & Nut
Position 1
Position 4
Roller
Yoke
Part B
Resistance
Unit
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Position 2
Position 3
Because we test each trainer there will be tire marks on the roller.
Part M
Skewer
Part N
Small
Cone
Cup

1. Unfold the frame
assembly
(Part A)
and position
as shown.
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4. Slide the spring (Part D) over the L-bolt.
5. Tilt the resistance unit up towards the frame while
directioning the threaded end of the L-bolt into the
hole in the yoke. Attach the adjustment knob (Part E)
and washer, turning clockwise a few turns to keep the
resistance unit in the upright position.
2. Position the resistance unit (Part B) as shown here and
attach it to the frame using the mounting bolt (Part F).
Insert the mounting bolt into the square hole first, then
attach the nut. Note: Because we test each trainer there
will be tire marks on the roller.
PLEASE NOTE: Before attaching your bike to the trainer,
make sure the bike tires are inflated to the proper pressure.
Mountain bikes can be used on the trainer; but keep in mind
that the knobby tires cause additional noise and vibration.
Dual compound tires are not recommended for use on the
trainer. A wide slick tire will improve the friction between
the tire and roller and is recommended for best trainer
operation.
3. Place the non-threaded short end of the L-bolt
(Part C) into the frame sleeve as shown here.
Part A
Folding
Frame
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2. Put bike in position placing bike axle's quick-
release lever into the notch in Side A's cone cup
(Part K). If the notched cone cup does not fit
well for your particular bike, you can substitute
the small cone cup shown above (Part N).
Simply remove the Side A cone cup (Part K) by
unscrewing the screw inside the middle. Using
the same screw, screw on the small cone cup
(Part N).
bike mounting
3
CAUTION: If you have flip-off skewers, use the skewer provided in the box that
came with your trainer. If you do want to use a flip-off skewer on your bike,
make sure that the lever remains parallel to the ground and that it is pointing to
the rear of the bike before you fit it into the left side cone cup (Part K).
(See
photo under #2 at left for correct positioning).
4. Holding the left side bike axle cone, turn the knob until the wheel is centered on
the resistance roller. Be sure the bike wheel is held in a vertical position while
making this adjustment.
5. Lift the ”Quick Release” (Part O) on the right side
and push the right axle knob (Part H) in until the
right axle cone (Part L) contacts the bike axle. Then
lock the “Quick Release” (Part O). (See photos of
Part O at left).
6. Adjust both axle knobs to ensure the bicycle wheel
is centered on resistance roller and then tighten
securely.
7. Tighten the left side locking ring (Part J) to hold adjustment position. This allows
repeated mounting of your bike without readjusting this setting each time.
8. Setting the tension of the resistance unit against a bike tire is user-controlled, by
adjusting the knob (Part E) as shown in photo 5 on page 2. Turn adjustment knob
(Part E) clockwise until roller touches the tire: then turn 2-5 additional turns to
increase pressure between tire and roller. It is critical to test the friction between
the tire and roller by grabbing the tire at top dead center. Then rotate tire toward
the rear of the bike about 1/4 turn and return to the starting position in one
continuous motion . If the tire slips or squeaks when you reverse the tire direction,
turn the adjustment knob (Part E) another 1/2 turn clockwise and repeat the test.
Over-tightening the Adjustment Knob (Part E) will not increase the resistance.
It is normal to hear short squeaks when rapidly accelerating the wheel speed.
9. For BMX or track bikes with internally geared rear hubs, bikes with breezer
dropouts or bikes with larger diameter seat stays/chain stays, or rear axles without
a quick release skewer, it may be necessary to use the small cone cup (Part N).
bike removal
1. Turn adjustment knob (Part E) counterclockwise until the resistance unit no
longer touches the tire.
2. Reduce axle tension by turning the right axle knob (Part H) counterclockwise,
a minimum of two turns, to allow for disengagement of the “Quick Release.”
3. While supporting the bike, disengage the “Quick Release” (see photos of [Part
O] at left) and slide the axle knob (Part H) to the fully open position. The bike
can now be removed from left cone cup.
1. Adjust the left side axle cone (Part K) to the
fully open position by turning the left knob
(Part G) counterclockwise to allow initial
clearance for the bike wheel and axle.
3. Lift the “Quick Release” (Part O) on the
right side and pull the axle knob (Part H) to
the fully open position for initial clearance.
LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE
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A Small Wheel Adapter is required to use
the Kinetic Trainer on bikes that have
wheels with an outside diameter (O.D.) of
22” or less. It is an optional accessory and
not included with our trainers. The Small
Wheel Adapter is available from your local
bike shop, or from our website. Go to
www.kurtkinetic.com to place an order.
To install the Small Wheel Adapter (SWA),
first remove the resistance unit from the
trainer stand. Please refer to the Kinetic
Assembly instructions on Page 2. Remove
the two mounting bolts and washers from
the SWA. Face the back of the trainer
frame. Grasp the SWA by the round tube
with the mounting arms pointing down, and
slide it down between the large pipes in the
“U” bend in the trainer frame.
Guide the SWA between the round frame tubes and the mounting arms over the resistance unit plate as shown here. Place washer on
bolt and insert through the bracket which is welded onto the trainer frame, and through the holes in the SWA. Attach second washer
and nut to bolt, tightening to secure the SWA with mounting bolt and nut as described on page 2.
small wheel adapter
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caring for your trainer
By purchasing the Kinetic Trainer you’ve made an investment in a
top-quality piece of equipment. When used according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and cared for with common sense, your
Kinetic trainer will provide a lifetime of training. Store the trainer
indoors, out of the rain and away from temperature extremes. Since
sweat is corrosive, you can extend the life of your trainer by wiping it
off after your workout.
caution
1. When using the trainer for normal use or for extended
periods of time, the resistance unit will get hot. DO NOT
touch the resistance unit while in use or until unit has cooled
down following use.
2. Always consult a doctor before beginning any exercise
routine or using any exercise or fitness product including the
Kinetic Trainer. Should you become ill, feel dizzy, light-
headed or nauseous while riding the trainer, stop riding
immediately and seek medical attention.
3. While in use, the wheel of your bike and the resistance unit
may be spinning at high speeds. For this reason keep
children, pets and all items safely away from your trainer
while in use. Also be sure that your bike is correctly
installed and securely locked into the trainer before riding.
4. Always use the trainer on a flat surface.
5. Do not over-tighten the adjustment knob (Part E).
Over-tightening will cause both tire and unit damage.
Tighten only enough to avoid tire slippage.
Frame with
Small Wheel
Adapter
Installed Small Wheel
Adapter

The manufacturer offers the original owner a lifetime warranty
against manufacturing defects or normal wear and tear for both
the trainer frame and the resistance unit. This warranty is not
applicable to damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect, accident
or unauthorized modification of materials or parts. If the unit is
disassembled by the consumer, this warranty is void. There are
no other warranties, expressed or implied.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser to file a warranty card via
mail or on-line with Kinetic in the event that repairs are needed.
No warranty repairs will be accepted without the warranty
registration and the serial number of the trainer located on the
resistance unit yolk which is the black plastic part of the
resistance unit.
WARRANTY CARD/PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Please complete the warranty card with the information
requested and return it to Kinetic within 30 days of purchase.
You can also go to www.kurtkinetic.com and fill out the warranty
information online.
WARRANTY CLAIMS/REPLACEMENT PARTS
If you experience problems with your trainer, please call our
Customer Service Hotline at 877-226-7824 or email us at
[e-mail]. To help us handle your call as
efficiently as possible, please have your trainer’s serial number
ready to give to the customer service representative.
After determining what repairs or replacement parts may be
needed, you will be provided with a Return Material Authorization
Number and procedures for returning your product to Kinetic.
In some cases replacement parts may be shipped directly to you,
depending on the nature of the problem. No product returns will
be accepted without a Return Material Authorization Number.
Record the Serial Number of Your Kinetic Trainer Here
manufacturer’s warranty
crash replacement policy
power comparison
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Kinetic trainers come with a lifetime warranty on the frame and
the resistance unit to the original owner.
However, we understand that accidents can happen involving our
products, so we also offer a crash replacement policy for
incidents not covered by our lifetime warranty. Here is how it
works: Kinetic will replace any part or parts on your Kinetic
Trainer that are damaged due to an accident, regardless of the
cause of that accident, and within reason for a $25.00 cost plus
shipping charges.
We reserve the right to reject any product that has been so
severely damaged that it cannot be rebuilt. To be eligible, you
must complete the warranty registration process by mail or
online. Crash replacement repairs require warranty information
and the serial number of your unit. This crash replacement
policy and its related charge may be subject to change without
notice.
To process a claim, please call our Customer Service Hotline at
877-226-7824 or email us at [e-mail]. You will
be provided a Return Material Authorization number and you will
be given instructions for returning the product to us. In some
cases replacement parts may be shipped to you. No product
returns will be accepted without an RMA number.
Here is a comparison between riding a Kinetic Fluid Trainer
and riding outdoors.*
For more trainer comparisons visit www.kurtkinetic.com
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*165-pound rider, 23-pound bike, 0.7 frontal area, at sea level, rough asphalt road, 0.5 drag coefficient, slope of 0.1
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KINETIC TRAINER
Kurt Manufacturing
5280 Main St. NE • Minneapolis, MN 55421 • 877·226·7824