Schwinn 190 User manual

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Schwinn™190 / 590U (Model Year 2021)
Upright Bike Service Manual 8030090.081522.A
Service Manual
Table of Contents
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Nautilus, Inc., www.NautilusInc.com, 5415 Centerpoint Parkway, Groveport, OH 43125 U.S.A. - Customer Service: North America [phone], [email protected] | outside U.S. www.nautilusinternational.com |
Printed in China | © 2022 Nautilus, Inc. | Schwinn and the Schwinn logo are trademarks owned or licensed by Nautilus, Inc., registered or otherwise protected by common law in the United States and other nations. |
ORIGINAL DOCUMENT - ENGLISH VERSION ONLY
Section Code Section Page Number
1 Important Safety Instructions 2
1 Safety Warning Labels and Serial Number 3
1 FCC Compliance 3
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1 Maintenance 5
1 Moving the Bike 6
1 Leveling the Bike 6
1 Demonstration Mode 7
1 Console 8
1 Connectivity 8
1 Modify Display of Workout Values 9
1 Console Setup Mode – System Menu 9
1 Troubleshooting 14
1 Maintenance Parts Exploded View 16
1 Replacement Procedure Skill Level 17
Mechanical Procedures 18
2 Adjust the Resistance Sensor (Calibration) 18
Part Replacement 26
3 Belt Tensioner Assembly (Idler Assembly) 26
4 Console Mast 32
5 Crank Arms 38
6 Data Cable in the Mast 42
7 Drive Belt 47
8 Drive Pulley 52
9 Engine Cables 58
10 Flywheel 70
11 PCBA / Mount Assembly 75
12 RPM Sensor (Speed Sensor) 81
13 Servo Motor 86
14 Shrouds 92

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Important Safety Instructions and General Troubleshooting
Information for the Schwinn™190/ 590U (Model Year 2021) Bikes 8030093.081522.A
Service Procedures
NOTICE: This document provides important safety instructions, adjustments, and general troubleshooting information for the maintenance of the Schwinn™190 / 590U
(Model Year 2021) Upright Bikes.
If you need assistance, please contact Customer Service (if purchased in US/Canada) or your local distributor (if purchased out-
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Important Safety Instructions
This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Read and
understand all Warnings on this machine.
This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Read and understand
all Warnings on this machine.
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Read and understand the Service Manual before working on the machine. Failure to obey the instructions and safety warnings
could cause injury to the service technician or bystanders.
• Keep bystanders and children away from the product being serviced at all times.
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• Some components of the equipment can be heavy or awkward. Enlist the service of a second person when you do maintenance steps involving
these components. Do not try to do heavy or awkward steps on your own.
• If replacement parts are necessary, use only genuine replacement parts and hardware supplied by Nautilus. Failure to use genuine replacement
parts can cause a risk to users, keep the machine from operating correctly and void the warranty.
• Be sure that all warning stickers and instructional placards applied to the product stay present and in good condition when doing maintenance or
replacing components. If at any time the Warning labels become loose, unreadable or dislodged, replace the labels. If purchased in US/Canada,
contact Customer Service for replacement labels. If purchased outside US/Canada, contact your local distributor for them.
• Do not try to change the design or functionality of the machine being serviced as this can adversely affect user safety.
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correct performance.
•SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Safety Warning Labels and Serial Numbers
FCC Compliance
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The machine and power supply comply with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This machine and power supply have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
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on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This product complies with the European Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU.
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WARNING!
Read, understand and obey all warnings
on this machine. Keep children away.
Not intended for use by anyone under 14
years of age. Refer to owner’s manual
for additional warnings and safety
information. Injury or death is possible
if caution is not used while using this
machine. The maximum user weight for
this machine is 330 LBS (150 KG). The
heart rate displayed is an approximation
and should be used for reference only.
For Consumer Use Only. Consult a
physician prior to using any exercise
equipment. Set up and operate the
stationary exercise bicycle on a solid
level surface.
(The Warning label on the machine is only available
on the Schwinn™190 bike, in English and French
Canadian only.)

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DO NOT dispose of this product as refuse. This
product is to be recycled. For proper disposal of this
product, please follow the prescribed methods at an
approved waste center.
Select the area where you are going to set up
and operate your machine. For safe operation,
the location must be on a hard, level surface. We
recommend an assembly area of 2.4 m x 2 m ( 95 in
x 80 in ). Estimated time to assemble the machine is
30 - 60 minutes.
Allow a workout area of a minimum 1.8 m x 1.4 m
(71 in x 56 in). Keep at least 0.6 m (24 in) along the
side used to access the machine and to the rear of
the machine clear.
Maximum User Weight: 150 kg ( 330 lb )
Total Surface Area (footprint) of equipment: 9790.8 cm2 (1518.1 in2)
Machine Weight: 36.6 kg (80.7 lb)
Power Requirements (AC Adapter):
Input Voltage: 100 - 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 0.5A
Output Voltage: 12V DC, 3A
82 cm (32.3 in)
119.4 cm (47 in)
144.3 cm (56.8 in)
1.4 m
56 in
1.8 m
71 in
0.6 m
24 in
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Maintenance
Read all maintenance instructions fully before you start any repair work. In some conditions, an assistant is necessary to
do the necessary tasks.
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in US/Canada, contact Customer Service for replacement labels. If purchased outside US/Canada, contact
your local distributor for them.
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Daily: Before each use, examine the exercise machine for loose, broken, damaged, or worn parts.
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damage. Check Pedals and tighten as needed. After each workout, use a damp cloth to wipe
your machine and Console free of moisture.
Note: Avoid excessive moisture on the Console.
NOTICE: If necessary, only use a mild dish soap with a soft cloth to clean the Console. Do not
clean with a petroleum based solvent, automotive cleaner, or any product that contains
ammonia. Do not clean the Console in direct sunlight or at high temperatures. Be sure
to keep the Console free of moisture.
Weekly: Check pedals and crank arms and tighten as necessary.
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loose Pedals
Clean the machine to remove any dust, dirt, or grime from the surfaces. Check for smooth
seat slider operation. If needed, apply a very thin coating of 100% silicone lubricant to ease
operation.
Silicone lubricant is not intended for human consumption. Keep out of reach of
children. Store in a safe place.
Note: Do not use petroleum based products.
Monthly
or after 20 hours:
Make sure all bolts and screws are tight. Tighten as necessary.
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Levelers are found on each side of the Rear Stabilizer. Turn the adjustment nut to adjust the stabilizer foot.
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Make sure the bike is level and stable before you exercise.
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1. Remove the power cord.
2. Carefully tilt the Handlebars toward you while pushing the front of the bike
downward.
3. Push the machine into position.
4. Carefully lower the machine into position.
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computer operation.

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risk of injury.
1. With a Pedal in the forward position, center the ball of your foot over the center of it.
Your leg should be bent slightly at the knee.
2. If your leg is too straight or your foot cannot touch the Pedal, move the seat down on
the upright bike. If your leg is bent too much, move the seat up.
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3. Pull up the adjustment lever. Adjust the seat to the desired height. The adjustment lever
will pop back into the locked position. Push down on the seat to ensure that the locking
mechanism is fully engaged and the seat is secure.
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tube.
4. To move the seat closer to, or away from the console, loosen the Seat Slider Adjust-
ment Handle. Slide the seat to the desired position and fully tighten the handle. Pull the handle down and turn so that it
points rearward, then release.
Note: If the handle cannot turn due to contact with another part, pull the handle, turn and push it back in to reposition it.
Continue turning as needed.
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Foot pedals with straps provide secure footing to the exercise bike.
1. Put the ball of each foot on the Pedals.
2. Rotate the Pedals until one can be reached.
3. Fasten the strap over the shoe.
4. Repeat for the other foot.
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can be left in position for subsequent workouts.
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The Console will enter Power-Up / Idle Mode if it is plugged into a power source, any button is pushed, or if it receives a
signal from the RPM sensor as a result of pedaling the machine.
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while in Sleep Mode.
Note: The Console does not have an On/Off switch.
Demonstration Mode
During Demonstration Mode, the Console will cycle through the Programs previews. The machine ships with
Demonstration Mode inactive.
To activate the Demonstration Mode:
1. With the machine activated, press and hold the Schwinn™logo button for 3 seconds.
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2. Inspect the Console to be sure that Demo mode is active and running on the Console Display.
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Console
The Console provides important information about your workout and lets you control the resistance levels while you
exercise. The Console features touch control buttons to navigate you through the exercise programs.
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available, contact your Schwinn™ Representative immediately for further assistance.
Keypad Functions
Resistance Level Quick buttons- Shifts the resistance level to the setting quickly during a workout.
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Reset button (Schwinn™logo)- for service technician use only. When pushed during power up, the button restores the
Console settings to the factory default state. The Console will require updates to be applied in order to become fully
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Reset button
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Quick buttons
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Volume button
Bluetooth®App Connected icon
Bluetooth®Heart Rate
Monitor Connected icon
Heart Rate
Detected icon
USB Port
Speaker Speaker
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success.
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2. Be sure that the Bluetooth®and Location Settings are active on your device. Activate them if necessary.
3. Open the app near the machine, and follow the instructions to sync your device to the machine.
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The Console Setup Mode allows you to set units of measurement to either Imperial or metric, adjust screen brightness,
view maintenance statistics (such as Run Time Hours and software version – for service technician use only), or reset the
Console.
1. Push the Programs button and hold for 3 seconds while in the Power-Up Mode to go into the Console Setup Mode
(System Menu).
Note: Push the Pause/Stop button to exit the System Menu and return to the Power-Up Mode screen.
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To switch units between kilometers and miles before a workout, push the Programs button and hold for 3 seconds to enter
the Console Setup Mode. The System Units prompt appears. Push an Increase/Decrease button to change the units (KM/
KG or MI/LB). With the desired unit of measurement displayed, push the Start button to save.
Note: The default system of measurement is MI/LB.
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device, the power supplied from the USB Port may not be enough to operate the Device and charge it at the same time.
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connected, the Console will display the Bluetooth®Heart Rate Monitor Connected icon. Be sure to follow the described
method to sync your device.
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strap or other Bluetooth®heart rate monitor.
Bluetooth®Heart Rate Monitor
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armband or other Bluetooth®heart rate monitor.
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1. Put on your Bluetooth®Heart Rate monitor and activate it.
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rate value will be displayed on the Console. You are now ready to work out.

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2. The Console display shows the System Units prompt with the current setting. The default setting is Imperial English
units. Push the Increase/Decrease buttons to change between Imperial (MI/LB) and metric (KM/KG).
Note: If the units change when there is data in User Statistics, the statistics convert to the new units.
3. Push the Programs button to set the selection and continue to the next menu option.
Note: To save the selection and exit the System Menu, push the Start button. To exit without saving, push the Pause/
Stop button.
4. The Console display shows the LCD Brightness prompt and lists the 5 levels of brightness: 100%, 95% (default),
90%, 85%, 80%. The current brightness level blinks. Push the Increase/Decrease buttons to move to the desired level.
5. Push the Programs button to set the selection and continue to the next menu option.
6. The Console display shows the Disconnect Bluetooth prompt. The default option is NO. The YES option will discon-
nect all Bluetooth®devices. Push the Increase/Decrease buttons to change between options (YES/NO).
7. Push the Programs button to set the selection and continue to the next menu option.
8. The Console display shows the Hardware Variant & Console Firmware Version.
9. Push the Programs button to continue to the next menu option.
10. The Console display shows the Base Serial Number.
11. Push the Programs button to continue to the next menu option.
12. The Console display shows the Hardware Variant (machine type).
13. Push the Programs button to set the selection and continue to the next menu option.
14. The Console display shows the Run Time Hours (total number of hours of workout time).
15. Push the Programs button to continue to the next menu option.
16. The Console display shows the BLE Version (Bluetooth®/RZ(QHUJ\IRUZLUHOHVVKHDUWUDWHDQG-51<™/third party
app connectivity).
17. Push the Programs button to continue to the next menu option.
18. The Console display shows the BTC Version (Bluetooth®Classic, connects mobile device to console speakers).
19. Push the Programs button to continue to the next menu option.
20. The Console display shows the EX SNSR Version.
21. Push the Programs button to continue to the next menu option.
22. The Console display shows the View Error Messages prompt (for service technician use only). The default option
is NO. The YES option will show the active error messages. Push the Increase/Decrease buttons to change between
options (YES/NO).
23. Push the Programs button to continue to the next menu option.
24. The Console display shows the Clear Error Messages prompt (for service technician use only). The default option is
NO. The YES option will clear the log of all errors. Push the Increase/Decrease buttons to change between options (YES/
NO).
25. Push the Programs button to continue to the next menu option.
26. The Console display shows the Reset prompt. The default option is NO. Push the Pause/Stop button to exit without
starting Reset.
Note: The YES option will reset the System Units, LCD Brightness and Demo Mode to default settings. It does not reset
the Run Time Hours.
Push the Increase/Decrease buttons to change between options (YES/NO).
Push the Start button to set the selection and exit the System Menu.
27. The Console will display the Power-Up Mode screen.