MINOURA LiveRide FG220 User manual

(ver.1.1 2016/12)
Indoor Bike Trainer
[Applicable Wheel Size]
650c – 700c
26 – 29 inch
[Applicable Wheebase Size]
930 – 1,200mm
(Shown with 700c road bike)
Caution • This trainer is designed for use only on stable or indoor surfaces. The trainer is not
designed to be used in muddy or off road conditions. Getting dirt in the resistance unit
may cause damage. Using muddy or dirty tires will cause premature wear on the rollers.
• Using 24" or smaller wheels may put undue stress on the unit and will alter the angle of
the bicycle signicantly.
• When setting up the FG220 pedal slowly at rst to make sure the rear wheel stays on
the roller and is positioned properly.
Contact
MINOURA North American Tech Center MINOURA Japan Headquraters
(for U.S. residents ONLY) (for ALL customers)
Hayward, California, U.S.A. 1197-1 Godo, Anpachi, Gifu 503-2305 Japan
Phone: [phone] (8 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri, PST) Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Web: www.minoura.jp
MADE IN JAPAN
If you need help, please contact the shop first where you originally purchased this product or call the distributors
in your country. The distributors list can be found on our web site.

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Important Notes Please Read Carefully Before Use
• For use with a standard 2-wheel bike with the wheel size between 650c and 700c or 26 and 29 inch
and the wheelbase size between 930 and 1,200mm.
Any longer wheelbase bike such as a tandem or long-tail or other types of bike such as recumbent
or folding bike won't t FG220.
• The front hub is 100mm width and equipped with 9mm standard or 15mm Thru Axle type. Any other
hub size cannot be used. Boost Hub and 12mm Thru Axle can be used by replacing the front fork
mount with the optional one.
• Do NOT grasp the brake lever after removing the front wheel on the bike equipped with a hydraulic
disc brake.
• The rear triangle of your bike rides freely on the roller. Be careful not to fall down while getting on or
off the bike. Use the handlebar to steady yourself but do not pull on the bars as this may cause the
bike to tip.
The best way to mount the trainer is to stand close to the side of the saddle. Center yourself low
and to the center of the bike, clip into one pedal then slowly swing your other leg over the bike and
clip into the second pedal.
• Minoura recommends the use of a completely slick (no tread) tire to reduce noise and increase the
longevity of the tire and rollers.
• The FG220 comes equipped with a standard quick release skewer (Q/R) for the front fork mount.
Tighten the Q/R as you would your wheel to your bike, close it rmly and tightly.
If you are unsure, consult your local bike shop for help.
• Your rear tire must contact both rollers evenly. Adjust the center arm/frame exactly.
Incorrect adjustment will result in unbalanced resistance and poor bike stability.
• For your safety, place the FG220 on a at, even oor or surface. Make sure all legs are fully opened.
Make sure to check the trainer stability, especially when raising the front fork mount.
• DO NOT USE YOUR BRAKE TO REDUCE SPEED!
Doing so will decrease stability, cause your tire to burst or throw you off the bike. Simply reduce your
cadence and let the bike come to a natural stop.
• Keep children and pets away from the spinning wheel or moving parts.
• Minoura recommends use a mat underneath the trainer to protect the oor from sweat or stain from
the rubber feet.
• If you hear a strange noise or smell something unusual, immediately stop using the the trainer and
contact your Minoura dealer. Do not try to disassemble the product without consulting your dealer
or Minoura rst.
• Any warranty will be void if you use FG220 for other purpose than instructed.
Minoura offers 1-year limited warranty on this product from the date of your purchase for any
problem caused by manufacturer's defect. Natural wear will not be covered.
Any damage or problem caused by transporting process is not covered under warranty. Any damage
from shipping or moving must be made to the shipping company.
Read the enclosed "Minoura Limited Warranty Policy" card for more detail.
For the latest information, refer Minoura web site (http://www.minoura.jp).

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1
FG220 is folded into three in the package.
Set in this style when stored.
!Be careful not to pinch your nger
when open/close the legs.
2
Fully open the legs to set as a tripod stand.
Part Names Front Fork Support
(9mm Q/R, 15mm Thru Axle compatible)
Adapter Sleeve for 15mm Thru Axle
(Red, inside)
Front Frame /
Tripod Left Side Leg
Front Frame /
Tripod Center Leg
Front Frame /
Tripod Right Side Leg
Rubber Cap
Center Frame
Center Frame Locking Knob
Front Roller
(free spinning side)
Foot Adjuster
Rear Roller (driven side)
Rear Frame
Power Adjust Lever
How To Setup FG220 No Tool Required

3Flip out the retracted rear frame, and place on the floor.
Adjust each foot adjuster length to sit stable.
Turn the lock nut toward the frame to lock.
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5
6
Remove the front wheel from your bicycle and set the front fork into the mount firmly.
7
Place the rear wheel on both rear rollers.
Slide and adjust the center frame position so that your rear tire contacts both rollers evenly.
Finally, tighten the center frame locking knob firmly.
!Do NOT grasp brake lever after
removing the wheel if your bike is
equipped with hydraulic disc brake.

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!Adjust the center frame position properly that the rear tire contacts both rollers.
If the tire touches the rear roller only and a clearance exists between the tire and the front
roller, the center frame repeats jumping while riding. Set the rear frame backward.
If the tire touches the front roller only, slippage occurs and it will bring premature tire wear.
Set the rear frame forward.
It's normal for the rear tire to sway or move back
and forth slightly when in use. As long as the tire
doesn't touch the sides of the rollers this is ok.
If you find the tire is not centered properly, loosen
the center frame locking knob and move the rear of
the trainer to center the tire, then tighten the knob
again securely.

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How To Adjust Resistance Power
You can switch the resistance power in 2 levels
(High & Low) on FG220.
Slide the lever on the right side of the rear
roller drum.
They are just one piece so move together.
ON
OFF
!Boost Hub and 12mm Thru Axle can be used by replacing
the front fork support sleeve set.
How To Use The 15mm Thru Axle
Required Tool : 3mm Hex Wrench (not included)
The front fork support is compatible with both the
standard 9mm quick release skewer and the 15mm
thru type axle.
To use 15mm thru axle, remove the headless bolts
under the sleeve guide end in the fork mount (do
not remove the normal bolts) and pull out both the
red adapter sleeve and the Q/R.
Align the front fork and the fork support hole,
insert the 15mm axle to set the front fork.
(The bottom side of the fork mount)
Headless
Bolt
Adapter Sleeve (red)
Make sure of the bolt type you are going to remove.
Do not remove the standard bolt with head.