Mad Dogg Athletics spinner SPORT User manual

owners manual
spinner®spOrT

cOnTenTs
1Welcome to the Spinning® Program
2Spinning® Program Safety
4 Your Spinner® Bike
5 Caring for Your Spinner® Sport Bike
6 Bike Assembly
8 Testing the Bike
9 Troubleshooting
10 Lubricating the Chain
11 Chain Tension Adjustment
12 Warranty
© 2008 Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. All rights reserved. Spin®, Spinning®, Spinner®, Spin Fitness® and the Spinning logo are registered
trademarks of Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc.

 SPINNER® SPORT OWNERS MANUAL 1
WelcOme TO The
spinning®prOgram
Millions worldwide have lost weight, gained energy and gotten
into the best shape of their lives with the help of the Spinning®
program—and the Spinner® bike with accompanying DVDs give
you everything you need to join them. Ready to get started? These
guidelines give you the insight you need to change your body and
your life.
›› For more information on the Spinning program, Spinning
gear and tips that will help you make the most of every
ride visit, www.spinning.com.

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spinning®prOgram safeTy
» Consult your physician before beginning this or any other
exercise routine. Not all exercise programs are suitable for
everyone. Discontinue any exercise that causes you discomfort,
and consult a medical expert.
» Ensure that adjustment knobs (seat height, seat fore-and-aft, and
handlebar height) are properly secured and do not interfere with
range of motion during exercise.
»
Children under the age of 16 should not ride the
Spinner® Sport bike.
» Do not insert any object, hands or feet into any openings, or
expose hands, arms or feet to the drive mechanism or other
potentially moving part of the bike.
» The body weight for individuals riding the Spinner Sport bike
should not exceed 250 pounds.
» Spinner bikes have a weighted flywheel and a fixed gear. This
means that in order to stop, you must gradually slow your pedal
strokes rather than stopping abruptly. If you do need to stop
immediately, push down on the RED resistance knob.
» After exercising, turn the resistance knob to increase resistance
so the pedals will not rotate freely and potentially injure
someone.
» If at any time you feel dizzy or have diculty breathing,
gradually stop pedaling and carefully dismount the bike.
» Listen to your body, ride at your own pace and set your bike’s
resistance at the level that feels right for you.
» Keep children and pets away from the bike whenever it’s in use.
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Spin®, Spinning®, Spinner®, Spin Fitness® and the Spinning logo are registered trademarks of Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc.

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» Never turn the pedal crank arms by hand.
» Stay hydrated. Drink water throughout your ride as needed.
» Only pedal without resistance during warm-up and cool-down.
» Stay in control by executing all movements and hand positions at
a slow pace before attempting to increase your pedaling speed.
» Focus on form, posture and smooth transitions between
movements.
» Do not use the bike without proper footwear. Never operate the
bike with bare feet.
» Prevent your feet from coming out of the toe clip or shoe cage by
keeping shoe laces tucked in and foot straps snug around your
shoe. If your foot does become disengaged, push down on the
resistance knob to stop the flywheel’s motion.

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yOur spinner®Bike
The patented Spinner bike is specially designed for the Spinning® program. The
Spinner bike lets you change positions with ease and includes the following
features to create an enjoyable, eective workout:
» A wide, padded seat to keep you comfortable and balanced. Adjust the
seat horizontally and vertically to create a personalized fit.
» Adjustable handlebars featuring foam grips and a patented design that
facilitates proper Spinning hand positions.
» An adjustable resistance knob to keep you in control of your ride. Simply
twist the dial to add more or less resistance.
» A weighted flywheel to create a non-impact workout and facilitate a fluid
pedal stroke.
Your Spinner bike uses a direct-drive fixed flywheel system that does not allow
you to coast. To stop, decrease your speed gradually. If you need to stop
immediately, push down on the red resistance knob.
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Spin®, Spinning®, Spinner®, Spin Fitness® and the Spinning logo are registered trademarks of Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc.

 SPINNER® SPORT OWNERS MANUAL
caring fOr
yOur spinner®spOrT Bike
MOVING YOUR BIKE
Stand in front the bike, grasp the handlebars and tip the bike toward you until
the transport wheels are touching the floor. Roll the bike to the desired location
and then gently lower the rear of the bike back to the floor.
LEVELING YOUR BIKE
If you place your bike on an uneven surface, you may adjust how the bike sits
by adjusting one or all of the four levelers located on the bottom of each corner
of the bike.
AdjUstING ANd LEVELING YOUR sAddLE
If you experience saddle discomfort while riding or sitting on your bike, the
angle can be adjusted by loosening the 14mm nuts located under the saddle.
After making your adjustment, be sure to retighten the nuts before riding
your bike.
PREVENtING RUst
After each use, raise handlebar and seat posts to the highest settings to
expose moisture. Using an absorbent cloth, focus on all areas where perspiration
can settle.
PROtECtING YOUR BIKE’s FINIsH
After each ride, protect your bike’s finish by wiping it down with a damp cloth.
You may use bike cleaner such as SPINTECH® Fitness Equipment Polish, but do
not use de-greasers. When cleaning your bike, be sure to keep your hands and
fingers clear of a moving drivetrain.
PEdALs
Check pedals weekly to ensure that the threads are tightened. If the pedals
have become loose, tighten threads with the wrench supplied to ensure they
are securely attached.
WAtER BOttLE CAGEs
Forcing oversized bottles into water bottle cages can damage cages. Checking
and tightening the screws will help prevent damage.
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Bike assemBly
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3
1) UNPACK tHE CARtON
Open the shipping carton and remove all parts. Make sure the following parts are
included and that no damage has occurred during shipping.
2)
AttACH tHE stABILIzING BARs
Using the allen wrench supplied, remove the
MDF boards (used to protect the bottom of
the frame during shipping), by unscrewing and
removing phillip head screws and washers.
Lift the bike frame, remove MDF boards and
discard boards, screws and washers. Remove
button head screws and washers from the front
stabilizer bar (with transportation wheels). Set
screws and washers aside. Lift front of bike.
Place the front stabilizer bar under the frame.
Line up the holes in the stabilizer bar with the
holes in the frame. Secure the front bar to
the frame using the button head screws and
washers. Tighten the screws securely. Repeat
process for rear stabilizer bar.
3) INstALL tHE sEAt
While holding the seat post pop-pin, slide the
seat post into the seat tube. Release the pop-pin.
Adjust the seat post to make sure the pop-pin is
engaged. Tight the seat post pop-pin securely.
Unscrew, pull out and hold the seat slider pop-
pin. Slide the seat slider all the way into the seat
tube. Release the seat slider pop-pin. Adjust the
seat slider to make sure the pop-pin is engaged.
Tight the seat slider pop-pin securely.
 Bike frame with flywheel
 Front stabilizer bar with transportation
wheels
 Rear stabilizer bar
 Handlebars
 Pedals (set of two)
 Seat slider and seat
 Seat post
 Water bottle
 Tools: 1 allen wrench and 1 multi- wrench
 Owners Manual
 Guide to Ride
 Spinning® 4 DVD set
Take time now to enter your Spinner® bike serial number in the space below (serial number is
located on the bottom crossbar). If parts are missing, or if you have any assembly questions,
please contact customer service at 800-847-SPIN (7746).
Serial No. : __________________________________________________________

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WARNING! s a v e t h e s e i n s t r u c t i o n s
THE FLYWHEEL MOMENTUM OF THE BIKE WILL KEEP THE PEDALS TURNING EVEN
AFTER THE USER STOPS PEDALING OR IN THE EVENT THE USER’S FEET SLIP OFF
THE PEDALS. DO NOT DISMOUNT THE BIKE OR ATTEMPT TO REMOVE YOUR FEET
FROM THE PEDALS UNTIL BOTH THE PEDALS AND THE FLYWHEEL HAVE STOPPED
COMPLETELY. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF CONTROL AND SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY.
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44)
INstALL tHE HANdLEBARs
Unscrew, pull out and hold the handlebar
pop-pin. Slide the handlebar post all the
way into the handlebar tube. Release the
handlebar pop-pin. Adjust the handlebars to
make sure pop-pin is engaged. Tighten the
handlebar pop-pin securely.
5) INstALL tHE PEdALs
: The pedal spindles are marked “L”
(left) and “R” (right) to aid in assembly. Left
and right are referenced from a seated
position on the bike. Be sure to install the
pedals on the correct side of the bike.
Turn the resistance knob all the way to the
right until crank arms are immobilized. Install
the left pedal on the left pedal crank. Use the
multi wrench supplied and turn the left pedal
spindle counterclockwise to tighten. Install
the right pedal on the right pedal crank. Use the multi wrench supplied and turn
the right pedal spindle clockwise to tighten. Be sure both pedals are tightened
securely.
6) LEVEL tHE BIKE
Move the bike to the location where it will be
used. Your Spinner® Sport requires 4’ x 6’ of
floor space for proper operation. Rock the
bike gently to check for wobble. If needed,
use the leveling adjusters under the front and
rear stabilizer bars to steady the bike.
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Use this checklist to perform the bike test procedure.
» Recheck all the bolts, and make sure they are all tightened and that
no parts are missing.
» Test the handlebar and seat post to make sure they move freely and
you are able to lock them at dierent positions.
» Check the seat to make sure it is level and tight, and does not rotate
around or tilt. Tighten and adjust as needed.
» Test the seat slider for movement front to rear and check it by setting
it at dierent settings.
» Brake tension is adjustable using the red resistance knob in the front
of the bike. Pressing down on the knob will apply the brake if you
need to stop quickly.
» Adjust seat post and handlebar post to your needs.
Refer to Guide to Ride or www.spinning.com.
» Pedal at a moderate pace and test for proper and smooth resistance
changes while varying the amount of turns on the resistance knob.
» To move the bike after testing is complete, stand in front the bike,
grasp the handlebars and tip the bike toward you until the transport
wheels are touching the floor. Roll the bike to the desired location
and then gently lower the rear of the bike back to the floor. Adjust the
leveling feet so that the bike is stable.
TesTing The Bike
WARNING! s a v e t h e s e i n s t r u c t i o n s
THE FLYWHEEL MOMENTUM OF THE BIKE WILL KEEP THE PEDALS TURNING EVEN
AFTER THE USER STOPS PEDALING OR IN THE EVENT THE USER’S FEET SLIP OFF
THE PEDALS. DO NOT DISMOUNT THE BIKE OR ATTEMPT TO REMOVE YOUR FEET
FROM THE PEDALS UNTIL BOTH THE PEDALS AND THE FLYWHEEL HAVE STOPPED
COMPLETELY. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF CONTROL AND SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY.
© 2008 Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. All rights reserved.
Spin®, Spinning®, Spinner®, Spin Fitness® and the Spinning logo are registered trademarks of Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc.

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TrOuBleshOOTing
RAttLING HANdLEBARs
OR sEAt tOWER
Make sure pop-pins are correctly locked
into place.
sEAt PAIN
Check to ensure the seat is centered
and level. Adjust as necessary. Bear in
mind that it does take time for the body
to adjust to the seat. A gel-padded seat
cover and/or cycling shorts can make
your ride more comfortable.
ROUGH, dRY FEELING WHEN
INCREAsING REsIstANCE
Put a few drops of oil underneath the
resistance knob and let it run down to
the resistance shaft thread barrel. This
typically makes the motion of adjustment
feel smoother.

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luBricaTing The chain
1) Locate the chain guard on the front right side of your
Spinner Sport.
2) Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove the outer chain guard
cover. This will expose the chain.
3) Use a chain lube such as SPINTECH® Silicone Fitness Lube or
other oil-based lubricant with a spray nozzle. Do not use a wax-
based lubricant.
4) When spraying the lubricant onto the chain, cover the floor under the
bike and take care not to allow the lubricant to drip onto the floor.
5) Lock the brake by turning the resistance knob clockwise. With
the brake locked up, spray the lube onto the chain. Loosen
the brake and rotate the chain carefully and slowly, by hand,
approximately a quarter turn. Then stop it, tighten the brake
again and spray lube onto the next portion of the chain. Repeat
the above steps a total of six times to lubricate the entire chain.
6) Carefully replace the chain guard. Your Spinner Sport is now
ready for testing.
» SPINTECH® lubricants, polish and grease are available
at www.spinning.com.
© 2008 Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. All rights reserved.
Spin®, Spinning®, Spinner®, Spin Fitness® and the Spinning logo are registered trademarks of Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc.
During heavy use of your Spinner® Sport, it may become necessary
to lubricate your chain to reduce chain associated noises. If you
have any questions regarding lubricating your chain, please contact
customer service at 800-847-SPIN (7746) for assistance.

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chain TensiOn & aDJusTmenT
The chain on your bike has been factory set and lubricated. It
should not require adjustment initially. Over time, however, you may
need to adjust the tension. If you have any questions regarding your
chain tension, please contact customer service at 800-847-SPIN
(7746) for consultation prior to adjusting the tension of the chain.
1) Using the 15mm socket and socket wrench,
loosen the axle nuts on the left and right (fig. 1)
of the flywheel.
2) To tighten the chain, turn the adjustment
screw in a clockwise rotation equally on both
sides using a 6 mm allen wrench (fig. 2).
3) While adjusting the chain tension, work on
both sides of the flywheel. Adjust the angle of
the flywheel so it is straight front to rear and
evenly spaced within the frame side to side
(fig. 3).
 If the chain is stretched beyond
adjustment, the replacement of the chain
is recommended. Please contact customer
service at 800-847-SPIN (7746) for more
information.
4) Tighten the adjustment lock nuts and the axle
nuts on both sides alternating from side to
side. Replace the flywheel adjustment cover
before operation.
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WARNING! s a v e t h e s e i n s t r u c t i o n s
REMOVAL OF THE CHAIN GUARD IS STRONGLY DISCOURAGED AND SHOULD ONLY
BE PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORIZED TECHNICIAN. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY.

Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. Limited Warranty
Spinner® Sport
MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC. WARRANTS TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER THAT THE SPINNER SPORT WILL BE FREE FROM
DEFECTS IN WORKMANSHIP AND MATERIALS. ALL OTHER SPINNER SPORT PARTS ARE COVERED FOR ONE 1 YEAR FROM
THE DATE OF PURCHASE SEE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS BELOW. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER LABOR CHARGES
ASSOCIATED WITH REPLACING COVERED COMPONENTS. PARTS REPLACED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY WILL BE
WARRANTED FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE ORIGINAL WARRANTY PERIOD ONLY. THIS WARRANTY BECOMES EFFECTIVE UPON
THE INVOICE DATE OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE.
TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS, THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER MAY CONTACT MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC. PRODUCT
SUPPORT AT 800847SPIN. PROOF OF PURCHASE OR WARRANTY REGISTRATION MAY BE NEEDED IN ORDER FOR MAD DOGG
ATHLETICS, INC. TO VERIFY WARRANTY COVERAGE AND ISSUE A RETURN MATERIALS AUTHORIZATION RMA NUMBER. PARTS
BEING RETURNED TO MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC. FOR WARRANTY CREDIT MUST BE SHIPPED PREPAID, ACCOMPANIED
BY A PACKING LIST OR TAG BEARING THE RMA NUMBER, AND CUSTOMER NAME. NO CREDIT WILL BE ISSUED FOR PARTS
RETURNED WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION FROM MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC.
MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVIEW DEFECTIVE PARTS. ALL COSTS OF SHIPPING DEFECTIVE
PARTS TO AND FROM MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC. FOR INSPECTION SHALL BE BORNE SOLELY BY THE ORIGINAL
PURCHASER. ANY REPAIR OR MODIFICATION OF DEFECTIVE PARTS BY ANYONE OTHER THAN A MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC.
TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE OR AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDER WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY. IF MAD DOGG ATHLETICS,
INC. DETERMINES, IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION, THAT IT IS IMPRACTICAL TO SHIP DEFECTIVE PARTS TO MAD DOGG ATHLETICS,
INC., MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC. MAY DESIGNATE, IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION, A REPAIR FACILITY TO INSPECT AND ESTIMATE
THE COST TO REPAIR SUCH DEFECTIVE PARTS. THE COST, IF ANY, OF SHIPPING DEFECTIVE PARTS TO AND FROM SUCH
REPAIR FACILITY AND OF SUCH ESTIMATE SHALL BE BORNE SOLELY BY THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER. DEFECTIVE PARTS
MUST REMAIN AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UNTIL THE CLAIM IS FINALIZED. WHENEVER CLAIMS ARE SETTLED, MAD DOGG
ATHLETICS, INC. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO BE SUBROGATED UNDER ANY EXISTING INSURANCE POLICIES THE CLAIMANT MAY
HAVE.
Limitations and Exclusions
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO COSMETIC DAMAGE, IMPERFECTIONS THAT ARE WITHIN DESIGN
SPECIFICATION(S) OR THAT DO NOT MATERIALLY ALTER FUNCTIONALITY, OR DAMAGE DUE TO ACTS OF GOD, ACCIDENT,
ABUSE, MISUSE, NEGLIGENCE, LACK OF NORMAL MAINTENANCE, ABNORMAL SERVICE OR HANDLING THAT DIFFERS FROM
THAT SPECIFIED FOR THIS MODEL, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR OPERATION. IN ADDITION, ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION
OF THE PRODUCT, OR REPAIR BY ANYONE OTHER THAN A MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC. TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE OR
AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDER WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED
STATES.
Disclaimer of Warranties; Limitation of Liability
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED
ABOVE SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AVAILABLE TO THE PURCHASER. CORRECTION OF DEFECTS, IN THE
MANNER AND FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME DESCRIBED ABOVE, SHALL CONSTITUTE COMPLETE FULFILLMENT OF ALL LIABILITIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC. TO THE PURCHASER WITH RESPECT TO CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE,
STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE. MAD DOGG ATHLETICS, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE OR IN ANY WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR
ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BASED UPON BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS
PRODUCT OR OTHERWISE.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
The Spinner Sport is not for commercial use and is warranted for home use only.
Covered by one or more U.S. Patent No. 5,423,728; 5,722,916; 6,155,958; 6,468,185; 6,881,178, U.S. Patent Pending.
© 2008 Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. All rights reserved.
Spin®, Spinning®, Spinner®, Spin Fitness® and the Spinning logo are registered trademarks of Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc.
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Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc.
2111 Narcissus Court
Venice, California 90291
Tel: 800-847-SPIN (7746)
www.spinfitness.com
© 2008 Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. All rights reserved.
Spin®, Spinning®, Spinner®, Spin Fitness® and the Spinning logo are registered trademarks of Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc.