Monark Sprint Bike Ergomedic 884E User manual

MANUAL
English/Svensk

CONTENTS
Page
Adjusting brake cord/belt tension 12
Assembly instructions 3-5
Brake surface - brake belt 13
Chain 14
Crank bearing 15
Elektronic meter 8
Flywheel bearing 15
General 3
General about exercise 16-17
Freewheel lubrication 15
Operation instruction 6
Replacement - adjustment brake belt 12
Replacement of batteries 9
Replacement of freewheel sprocket 15
Service checklist 16
Sprint test 10
Warrenty 3
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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW EXERCISE BIKE
designed by Monark Exercise AB, Sweden. Monark has been the world’s leading manufacturer of high quality
ergometers and exercise cycles for more than 40 years.
GENERAL
It is important that you keep your ergometer clean and properly lubricated. Most important is to protect the
chromed and zinced parts but also painted parts benet from the same protection.
When cleaning and lubricating be sure to check that all screws and nuts are properly tightened.
Be sure that all moving parts as crank and ywheel is working normal and that no unnormal play or sound ex-
cists. I. e. play in bearings causes fast waring and with that follows a highly reduced lifetime.
PLEASE NOTE: The production number of your exercise cycle is placed according to g 2 page 4.
WARRANTY
As on any quality product there may be an exceptional fault due to material or manufacture. If such a fault
should arise on your exercise cycle, please return to the place of purchase for necessary repair.
Monark products and parts are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one
year from the initial date of purchase of the unit.
Parts found to need replacement due to normal wear and tear, such as brake belts, are not covered. This gua-
rantee covers parts only, not labor costs associated with the repair.
This guarantee does not apply to cases of abuse or vandalism, nor does it extend to any injury or loss to person
or property caused directly or indirectly by any Monark products.
In the event of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period, Monark Exercise will repair or
replace (at its option) the product. Monark Exercise will do so at its expense for the cost of materials but not
for labour or shipping
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PARTS BELOW ARE NOT ASSEMBLED.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION:
See pages 4-5.
1, HANDLEBAR/HANDLEBAR STEM
2, PEDAL, LEFT HAND
3, PEDAL, RIGHT HAND
4, SUPPORTING TUBE, FRONT
5, SUPPORTING TUBE, REAR
6, WEIGHT HOLDER
7, SADLE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Fig. 1

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Tip the cycle forward. Assemble the rear
supporting tube with two bolts and two
nuts.
NOTE: Use the accompanying spanner.
See g 2.
Tip the cycle backwards. Assemble the front
supporting tube with two nuts onto the two
xed bolts.
NOTE: Use the accompanying spanner.
See g 3.
Fig. 3
Fig. 2
Serial number
Check that the inclination of the saddle is
comfortable and that the sadle post bracket
is rmly tightened. In order to change the
inclination of the saddle, loosen the saddle
bracket and tighten rmly again.
Adjust to desired height position of saddle/
saddle post by loosening the saddle post
bolt.
NOTE: Tighten rmly. See g 5.
Fig. 4
Sadle bracket
Post bolt Fig. 5
min. 3”
Before the handlebar stem is assembled be sure
the expanding wedge is loose. Insert the hand-
lebar stem into the frame tube and tighten the
expanding bolt rmly by means of the lever.
NOTE: The handlebar stem should be in-
serted into the frame tube at least 3 inches
(about 8 cm). See g. 4.
Usually this measure is marked out on the stem.
To change the height of the handlebar, loosen
the expanding bolt about 5 mm. Give the bolt
a light push to release the expanding wedge.
Adjust the handlebar to the desired position and
tighten the expanding bolt again by means of the
lever.
In order to change the inclination of the handle-
bar, loosen the expanding bolt one turn. Adjust
to desired angle of handlebar and tighten the
expanding bolt/lever rmly again.
Put together lead connectors.

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Pedal marked R (Right) is to be assembled
on the right hand side of the cycle (the chain
wheel side). The pedal axle has a right hand
thread and must be threaded onto the crank
clockwise. Tighten rmly. See g 6.
Pedal marked L (Left) is to be assembled on
the left hand side of the cycle. The pedal axle
has a left hand thread and must be threaded
onto the crank counter clockwise. Tighten
rmly. See g 6.
NOTE! Check now and then that both pedals
are still rmly tightened. If not the threading
in the pedal arms will be damaged.
Also check that the pedal arms are rmly
tightened on the crank axle. If nessecary
tighten.
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Unscrew the two lower nuts holding the tension
device frame.
Put on the weight holder as in g. 7.
Screw on and tighten rmly the two nuts again.

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OPERATION INSTRUCTION
NOTE! The use of Ergometer 884E can be fysically very strenuous why it is highly recommended to consult
a doctor before use for persons not used to hard exercise and/or if you not feel perfectly healthy.
Monark Ergometer model 884E is a test cycle, which have a braking system, of which workload can be set by
weights in a weight basket. Weights are in sizes 1 kg, 0,5 kg and 0,1 kg. This makes it possible to vary the worklo-
ad from 1 kg up to maximum 12 kg in steps of 0,1 kg. NOTE: 1 kg is the lowest work load that can be set as this
is the weight of the basket itself. A weight basket that only weighs 0,5 kg is available as an option.
The weight basket can also be set in its upper locked position and does then not give any work load at all. The
weight basket is released by pushing the release button, on the handlebar.
When pedalling the subject stores energy in the ywheel. The ywheel is then braked by means of a brake belt/
cord which runs around the ywheel. The workload is changed either by using other pedalling speed or by increa-
sing or decreasing the tension of the brake belt/cord against the ywheel by means of the load tension device.
The height of the saddle should be adjusted so that, when sitting comfortably the middle of the foot should be abo-
ve the pedal axle and with the pedal in its lowest position. The knee should only be slightly bent.
The adjustment of the handlebar should give a comfortable ride. When cycling for a long time, it may be suitable
some time during the exercise to change the position of the handlebar.
Test Computer Display
Release button
Fitness Computer
Fig. 8
Return grip

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The ergometer is equipped with a Fitness computer showing pedal revolutions per
minute (RPM), heart rate in bpm (HR), exercise time in minutes and seconds (TIME), cycling speed in km per
hour or miles per hour (SPEED), covered distance in km or mile (DISTANCE).
Furthermore the workload (kp = weight basket + weights in kg) can be set which gives a reading of burned calo-
ries (CAL) as well as power (WATT) on the computer display. The energy is usually expressed in kJ (kilo Joule)
or cal (kilocalorier, kcal). One kcal is aprox.4,2 kJ. The power is depending on the pedalling speed which makes
it possible to adjust the workload/power by increasing or dedcreasing the pedalling speed.
Model 884E has also a computer with display which makes it possible to accomplish anaerobic sprint tests with
a duration of 7 seconds.
After a completed test a value is presented on the display. This test value can then be used to compare the ana-
erobic capacity from time to time.
The test value can after a simple calculation give you an idea of how the avarage workload has been in watts
during the test period.
See a more deatiled description of the sprint test on page 10-11.
NOTE! To accomplish anaerobic sprint tests the computer on the cycle must be connected to a mains supply via
a AC/DC 9 volt converter which is included in the bike.
Connect the enclosed converter into a suitable mains supply socket.
The circular plug on the secondary low voltage cable from the converter, is connected to the corresponding
socket on the cycle under the instrument cover on the right side.
Se g. 11 page 11.
The display indicates when there is power to th unit.
NOTE! At transport the brake cord should be somewhat tightened to prevent it from falling off the y-
wheel.

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Fig. 9
ELECTRONIC METER
SPECIFICATIONS:
RPM: 0 - 199 pedalrev./min
HR: 50 - 240 bpm
TIME: 0:00 - 99.59 min:sek
SPEED: 0 - 99 km/h or mph
DISTANCE: 0.0 - 99.9 km or mile
FORCE 0.0 - 7.0 kp
CALORIES 0 - 999 kcal
WATT 0 - 7 x rpm watt
Batteries: 1.5 V x 2 AA(R6)
Storing temp.: -10ºC - +60ºC
Operating temp.: 0ºC - 50ºC
Setting KM or MILE
Km and km/h is the dafault setting from the factory.
If you want to make a setting in mile take the meter out of the panel.
Turn off the meter by taking out one battery.
On the back side is a switch with two settings - 1 and ON. See g. 10.
1 is equal to km and km/h and is the default setting.
ON is equal to mile and mph. Choose position and install the battery again.
Put the meter back again into the panel.
FUNCTION
Press any button or move the pedal to turn on the meter.
At the display for heart rate (HR) a ♥ is lit which means that the meter is trying to nd a pulse signal from
an external source (chestbelt with electrodes, our part.no 9339-91).
If the meter can not nd such a signal this HR function is automatically turned of after 30 seconds. When the
function is turned off the ♥ symbol is not lit any more.
The heart rate function can be turned on again by preessing a button.
Timer starts automatically when pedals are moved. Meter values for Time, Distance and Calories can be set
to zero by pressing the RESET button for more than 2 seconds.
To get correct raedings for calories and watts the kp value on the electronic meter has to be set to the same
value as the workload that is the weight of the basket including the weights in it.
Example: The workload is 3 kg (weight basket 1 kg + 2 x 1kg weight). Press the kp button to the left on the
meter. The lower display window is now ashing and showing gures in kp. Increase or decrease in steps of
0.1 kp by pressing the kp button() or the RESET button() until the reading is corresponding with the ac-
tual or desired kp values (workload) from the weight basket. After that press the CAL/WATT button to either
show the CAL or WATT gures.
The watt reading in the display is depending on the pedalling speed. The watts can accordingly be adjusted
by increasing or decreasing the pedalling speed.
Calories are calculated all the time.
Do not expose the tness computer to direct sunlight or extremely high temperature. Do not use any dissol-
vents when cleaning. Use only dry cloth.

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REPLACEMENT OF BATTERIES
NOTE: The batteries are at delivery in a separat packa-
ge.
If the batteries have been stored for a long time, the bat-
tery power can be too low to show all functions on the
meter. If so, batteries must be replaced.
The battery package can be reached from the down side
of the panel.
Be careful to put in the new batteries with + and - cor-
rectly positioned. See g. 10.
If needed the complete tness computer can be taken out
from the panel by loosing the upper fastening plate on
the down side of the meter/panel. Lift in the upper end of
the meter and take it out from the panel.
The batteries, 2 x 1.5V size AA(R6), which are placed in
the holder on the backside of the meter, can then easily
be changed. See g.10.
After the batteries has been replaced all segments in the
display are visible and a buzzer will sound for two se-
conds. After 2 seconds the meter turns to main display
again and normal function.
Put the meter into the housing again.
Fig. 10
”Km” - ”Mile”

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SPRINT TEST COMPUTER
This feature makes it very easy to accomplish repeated sprint tests.
The result of the test can instantly be read on the built in computer display.
TEST PROCEEDINGS
Connect the 9 volt power cable from the AC/DC adapter to the computer socket under the cover on the right side
of the bike. See g. 11 page 11. Connect the adapter to a suitable mains supply outlet.
The computer is now setting up and prepares to make a test7measuring. After abot 5 seconds the display shows
”TEST 7 s. Ready” according to g A.
NOTE!
If the display after start up shows ”TEST 7s, Weight up! - according to g. B - this means that the weight basket
has not been set in its upper locked start position.
Action:
Pull the return grip, see g. 8 page 6, or the return strap on the front of the bike, see g. 13 page 13, until the
locking lever locks and the weight basket stops in its upper start position. The brake cord is now not tightened
around the ywheel any more and does not give brake resistance.
After a few seconds the display is now shoeing ”TEST 7s Ready” - according to g. A.
The computer is now ready for starting a test.
Put on the number of weights in the weight basket to give the desired workload during
the test/training.
Speed up the the pedalling on the bike. Press release button on the handlebar, see g. 8 page 6.
The weight basket is now released and the workload takes effekt.
The display is now showing that the measuring has begun.
See g. C.
After 7 seconds the display reads ”TEST VALUE” and a numeral value is presented.
See g D.
g. A
g. B
g. C

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This test value is getting higher the more pedalling revolutions you have benn able to do
during the 7 second test period.
CALCULATION OF AVARAGE POWER.
Take the test value and multiply with the brake force used during the test.
Then you get a value that shows an avarage power in watts during the test period.
Exemple:
The display shows 100 as a test value. In the weight basket there is 4 weights of 1kg each.
The weight basket itself weighs 1 kg. This makes a total brake force of 5 kp(5kg of weight).
The avarage braking power is then 100 x 5 = 500 watts.
The test value stays on the display until the weight basket is returned to its upper start/locked position or until
the mains power to the unit is turned off.
As soon as the weight basket has come up in its upper start positrion again the computer sets up for a new test/
measuring period and the dispaly shows ”TEST 7s, Ready” after a few seconds,
according to g. B.
The whole sequence can now be repeated again.
g. D
Connector
AC/DC adapter
Fig. 11

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BRAKE CORD/BELT REPLACE-
MENT
Remove the instrument cover by loosen the
screws on each side of the cover.
Pull the weight basket return grip, see g. 8, or
the return strap, see g. 13 page 13, and lift up the
weight basket until it locks in its upper position.
Loosen the cord/belt bracket, see g. 13, and take
away the brake belt from the tension center.
Loosen or cut away the knot or tie up the knot at
the other end of the belt. After that take away the
belt from the bike.
When assembling a new brake cord/belt, rst
enter one end into the belt whole in the tension
center, see g. 13, and make a knot and let the
knot fall into the bigger part of the hole.
Then assemble the new belt exactly as the old
one. See g. 12.
NOTE! When replacing the brake cord/belt it
is recommended to clean the brake surface.
See next page
BRAKE SURFACE - BRAKE BELT.
ADJUSTING THE BRAKE CORD/BELT TENSION
At rst check that the brake belt is lying correct on the ywheel brake surface.
See g. 12 and 13.
Press button on handlebar to release the weight basket.
Put 4 kg in the weight basket. Rotate the ywheel by hand. The basket shall now lift up so the distance to the y-
wheel is at least 40 mm. and maximum 60 mm. If this is not the case the brake belt has to be loosened or tightened
a little at the tension center. If the basket is too low shorten the belt somewhat and if the basket is too high lengh-
ten the cord somewhat.
Lock the weight basket in its upper position and after that loosen the cord bracket somewhat so that the cord
length can be adjusted. Tighten the braket again. Release the basket and check if the measurements above are OK
when the ywheel is rotated by hand.
Repeat the above if necessary.
Note: The basket gives the correct workload wherever it hangs between the upper stop position and the lower stop
just above the ywheel. Note that the tension center can’t get in contact with it’s upper or lower stop. In that case
you will not receive correct brake level. The measurements above (40-60) gives a good margin.
Fig. 12

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The brake cord should be regularly checked to ensure that it
has not suffered execessive wear. If it looks worn it should
be replaced.
Deposits of dirt on the brake cord and irregularities on the
brake surface may cause the unit to operate unevenly and
will also wear down the brake cord faster and the unit can
become noisy. The brake surface of the ywheel should
then be ground off with a ne sand paper and any dust
removed with a clean dry cloth.
Pull up the weight basket to its upper locked position.
Grind with a ne sand paper. See g. 14.
Grinding is easier to perform if a second individual cau-
tiously and slowly pedals the cycle.
NOTE: Always keep the brake belt contact surface clean
and dry. No lubricant is allowed to be used.
We recommend to replace the brake cord/belt when cleaning
the contact surface.
As regards assembly and adjustment of the brake cord, see
previous page.
FLYWHEEL BRAKE SURFACE - BRAKE BELT
Fig. 14
Fig. 13
DC connector 9 V
Cord bracket
Tension center
Return strap
Hole for cord knot

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CHAIN ½ x 1/8“
It is strongly recommended that a cahin solvent be used to keep the chain clean. Excess dirt built up on the chain
will cause excess wear. A chain lubricant and solvent for normal road bikes may be uaed.
Check the lubrication and tension of the chain at regular intervals. In the middle of its free length the chain
should have a minimum play of 5 mm. See g 15. When the play in the chain is about 20 mm (<1 inch) the chain
must be tightened otherwise it will cause unnormal wear of the chin and chainwheels. Because of this it is always
recommende to keep the chain play as little as possible. When the chain has become so long that it can no longer
be tightened with the chain adjusters it is worn out and shall be replaced with a new one.
ADJUSTING CHAIN
Remove left and right frame cover.
To adjust the chain the hub nuts should be loosened. Loosening or tightening the nuts on the chain adjusters will
then move the hub and axle forward or backward. Adjust according to above recommendation. Then tighten the
nuts on the hub axle again. See g 15.
CHAIN REPLACEMENT
Loosen the chain adjusteras much as possible. Dismantle the cahinlock and remove the chain. Put on a new chain
and assemble the chain lock.The spring of the chain lock should be assembled with the closed end in the move-
ment direction of the chain. Use a pair of tongs for dismantling and assembling the spring. See g 16.
Adjust chain adjusters to chainplay according to above. Tighten axle nuts rmly.
Put on frame covers again.
NOTE: At assembly the ywheel has to be parallell with the center line of the frame
otherwise the chain and chainwheels makes a lot of noise and wears out very rapidly.
Fig. 15
Chainplay
Chain adjuster
Axel nut
Fig. 16
Chain lock
Lock spring

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REPLACEMENT OF THE FREEWHEELING SPROCKET
Remove left and right frame cover.
Dismantle the chain as described on page 14.
Loosen the axle nuts and lift off the ywheel. Remove the axle nut, washer, chain adjuster and spacer on the
freewheel side. Place the special remover (part No. 9100-14) in the adapter and place the spacer and axle nut
outside. See g 17.
NOTE: Do not tighten the axle nut completely. It must be possible to loosen the adapter-sprocket half a turn.
Replace sprocket-adapter and assemble the new parts in reverse order according to the above.
LUBRICATION SPROCKET
The sprocket should be lubricated with a few drops of oil once a year. Incline the cycle somewhat to make it ea-
sier for the oil to reach the bearing. See g 18.
CRANK BEARING
The crank bearing is long term greased and needs normally no supplementary lubrication. If problem arises,
please contact your Monark dealer.
FLYWHEEL BEARING
The bearings in the ywheel are lifetime greased and require normally no maintenance. If problem arises, plea-
se contact your Monark dealer.
Fig. 17
Fig. 18

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THE IMPORTANCE OF REGULAR EXERCISE
The human body is built for action – not for rest. Once upon a time this was a necessity: the struggle for survival
demanded good physical condition. But optimal function can only be achieved by regularly exposing the heart,
circulation, muscles, tendons, skeleton and nervous system to some loading, i.e. training.
In the old days the body got its exercise both in work and at leisure. In our modern society, however, machines
have taken over an ever increasing share of the tasks which were formerly accomplished with muscular power
alone. Our life has at an accelerated tempo been dominated by sitting, riding and lying. Thus, the natural and vi-
tal stimulation that tissues and internal organs receive through physical exercise has largely disappeared. Certain
tissues such as muscles, bone and blood and also a number of bodily functions can adapt to inactivity – and to
stress. Studies have proved that if you use 30 minutes for exercise like brisk walking, running, bicycling, swim-
ming or skiing 2-3 times a week, your condition has been improved by some 15 per cent after a few months.
The efciency of the heart muscle will increase and joints and muscles grow in strength. The capillary density
increases in the trained muscle and their enzymatic activities are enhanced. The body adapts to the new demands.
The perceived exertion at a given rate of exercise becomes reduced.
With increased physical activity fatness is concentrated, the appetite functions “safer”, you can eat more without
risk for overweight and thereby the risk of lack of important essential food nutrients decreases. For many indivi-
duals the effect of habitual physical activity also improves the wellbeing and it is a good feeling to have a poten-
tial to cope with straining situations.
SERVICE CHECKLIST
Check the:
chain is snug and there is no play on the pedal crank
pedal crank is secure to the crank axle
 pedals moving smoothly, and is the pedal axle clear of dirt and bres
 pedals are securely tted to the pedal crank
handlebar not higher than min required insertion length
 ywheel rotating smoothly and central
handlebars and saddle adjustment screws lubricated
pressure washer on saddle tube is present
saddle clip is tight and that the saddle is at a correct angle.
 brake belt does not show signicant signs of wear
pedals and chain are lubricated
WHAT KIND OF EXERCISE TO CHOOSE?
1. You should have fun when exercising. Choose something you nd pleasure in doing regularly.
2. To get o good effect out of the training you should choose a form of exercise that engages large muscle groups.
Then the demand of increased blood ow and oxygen transport will be so great that heart will increase its pump
capacity. Jogging, calesthenics, aerobic dancing, bicycling, swimming, skiing and walking are excellent examp-
les of exercises meeting this requirement.
IN A FEW MONTHS YOU CAN GET 10-15 YEARS YOUNGER
If you cycle 30 minutes a few times a week you can lower your condition age with 10-15 years! Scientically this
is described as a reduction on the biological age. Externally, you are your usual self. Internally, however, you feel
much younger. In other words: You can work harder. You feel more alert and healthy. Your ability to handle stress
and problems increases. There are few better ways to improve your physical condition than to cycle. It does not
over-tax your joints. It builds up your condition progressively and at your own pace – and you can make your train-
ing t weather conditions.

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DO I LOOSE WEIGHT WHEN I CYCLING?
Yes! You do lose calories. A few miles on your bike every day over one year, you will have lost the equivalent
of 20 pounds of body fat. You will achieve best results if you combine exercise with healthier eating. A little
less sugar, less butter on your bread or less fat in your frying pan. And a few miles on your bike every day. In a
year you will have lost 20 pounds.
DO I GET STRONGER?
Cycling strengthens the muscles of the back, abdomen and legs. Daily chores become easier. Cycling also ma-
kes your heart stronger. Your pulse rate gets lower even when you exert yourself a little extra. Regular exercise
also has a favourable inuence on high blood pressures.
HOW DO I TRAIN?
1. Warm up 3-5 minutes with a low pedal resistance. Pedal about 12 mph (20 km/h).
2. Increase the resistance until you feel the training “somewhat hard”. Keep the speed for 2-5 minutes. Get off
the Ergometer and rest a few minutes. Cycle again and then rest. Train at your own pace and with a comfor-
table pedal resistance. After a few weeks you can increase the resistance.
3. Before ending, pedal a few minutes with a light resistance, in order to step down your training.
Total time about 30 minutes.
Strength training:
1. Give yourself a thorough warm-up.
2. Pedal with a heavy resistance for 5-10 seconds, then rest 45-60 seconds. Repeat this 5-10 times.
It is a good idea to combine your cycle training with gymnastics for 5 minutes, as this will give you a physiolo-
gically well-balanced form of training.
(Elderly people and physically weak persons should consult a doctor before starting their training.)

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Notes:

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Notes:

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