Stairmaster SC916 StairClimber User manual

Nautilus®Bowflex®Schwinn®Fitness StairMaster®Universal®Nautilus Institute®
Assembly Manual
SC 916 StairClimber
PN 001-7201 - 040208A

Table of Contents
Product Specifications
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Model SC 916 Specifications
Dimensions: 27” W x 43” L x 68” H (68 cm x 109 cm x 173cm)
Unit Weight: 150 lbs (68 kg)
Shipping Package Weight: 178 lbs (81 kg)
Workout Area: 50” W x 81” L (127 cm x 205.74 cm)
Power Requirements: 120vac, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 Amp
Max user weight: 300lbs (136 kg)
Model SC916 Specifications .......................................................................................................................................2
Safety Warnings.............................................................................................................................................................3
Safety Warning Labels ...........................................................................................................................................4
Before You Start .............................................................................................................................................................5
Assembly.........................................................................................................................................................................6
Contact Information ....................................................................................................................................................15

Safety Warnings
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Prior to Using this Equipment, observe the following warnings
This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Read and understand the complete Owner’s Manual.
Read and understand all Warnings on this machine.
If this machine is being used in a commercial setting, end users may not have access to this Owner’s Manual.• It
is the responsibility of the facility to instruct users as to the proper usage of the equipment, as well as making
them aware of potential hazards.
Keep children away from this machine. Watch them closely when near the machine. Moving parts that•
appear dangerous to adults may not appear so to children.
Consult a physician before starting an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in your•
chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before using the machine again.
Examine this machine for loose parts or signs of wear. Pay special attention to the pedals. Contact•
Nautilus®Customer Service for repair information. Use only genuine StairMaster®replacement parts
supplied by Nautilus, Inc.
Set up and operate your StairClimber on a hard, level surface.•
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry while exercising.•
Maximum user weight limit: 300 lb. (136 kg). Do not use if you are over this weight•
Stabilize the pedals before stepping on them and use caution when stepping off the machine.•
Keep at least 19 inches (50 cm) clear area around the machine. This is the recommended safe distance for•
access and passage around and emergency dismounts from the machine.
Warn bystanders to keep a safe distance, at least 3 feet (1 m). Do not allow anyone to touch the operator•
while the machine is in motion.
Do not over exert yourself during exercise. Do not try to exercise with more resistance than you can•
physically handle.

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Before using your product: Find and read all warning labels before using your product. Replace any warning
label if damaged, illegible, or missing. If you need replacement labels, please call a Nautilus®Representative at
( 800 ) 628-8458 (North America) or ( 41 ) ( 26 ) 460 77 77 (International office).
Label 1: Power caution label.
Location: Affixed to the lower front of the left side cover (see Figure 1).
Label 2: General exercise warning label.
Location: Affixed to the mast below the console (see Figure 2).
Safety Warning Labels
Caution
Label Serial
number
Figure 1
SC916
ST O P
123
456
78 9
0
ST O P
ST O P ST O P
ST O P
QUICK
START
MORE
WORKOUTS
HR ZONE
TRAINER
CALORIE
BURNER
INTERVALS
MANUAL FA T
BURNER
WARNING: If you have not been exercising regularly consult a physician before starting an exercise program. If you feel any unusual pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath, STOP. Consult a physician.
Warning
Labels
Figure 2

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Before You Start
Locate the area where you will assemble and use your StairMaster® Commercial Series SC 916 StairClimber. We
recommend you install it on a hard, level surface. Allow an assembly area of at least 36” (0.91 m) on each side and
behind the machine. You can put the rear of the machine closer to the wall during use.
Basic Assembly
Follow these basic assembly tips when putting together your machine:
1. Collect all the pieces needed for each step before assembling.
2. Read through and understand the instructions before assembly.
3. Use a combination wrench when tightening a locknut on a bolt. Put the locknut tightly in the wrench and
make sure it connects all the way.
4. Turn all bolts and locknuts to the right to tighten, and the left to loosen.
5. Lightly and carefully lift pieces when attaching. Look through the bolt holes to help guide bolts through
the holes.
6. Two people are recommended to assemble this machine.

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Assembly
Step 1: Removing Box
Tools
•BoxknifeorStrapCutters
•Clawhammer
1-1 Use the box knife to cut and remove the plastic
banding straps from around the pallet and carton
(see Figure 1) .
Use extreme Caution when using shears or a razor
knife. Always cut away from the body to avoid
cutting yourself.
1-2 Use claw hammer to remove staples from the bottom
of the carton.
1-3 Carefully lift the outer carton up and over the SC 9 1 6
(see Figure 2).
Step 2: Removing Handrails
2-1 Grasp the exposed end of the SC 916 handrail. Lift
upward and remove the cardboard support.
2-2 With both hands, carefully lift the handrail and
remove from the box (see Figure 3).
2-3 Repeat the process to remove the handrail from the
other side .
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3

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Assembly
Step 3: Removing Console/Upper Mast
Tools
•Boxknife
3-1 Using the box knife, open the top of the box holding
the Console/Upper mast weldment (see Figure 4).
3-2 Bend the box center flap inward. Carefully lift the
console/upper mast weldment out of the box and
place to the side (see Figure 5).
Figure 4
Figure 5

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Assembly
Step 4: Removing the Main SC 916 Body
4-1 Pull the lower body of the SC916 forward, and with
the assistance of another person lift the machine off
the shipping pallet and on to the floor (see Figure 6).
Step 5: Removing Covers
Tools
•Phillipsscrewdriver
5-1 Remove the 6 Phillips screws from the Mid-cover,
and place to the side (see Figure 7).
5-2 Remove the 6 Phillips screws attaching the right and
left side covers and place to the side (see Figure 8).
NOTE: 5 phillips screws are on the left side and 1 screw
on the right side.
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 6

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Assembly
Step 6: Removing Console
Tools
•Phillipsscrewdriver
6-1 Remove the 4 Phillips screws attaching the SC916
Console to the upper mast weldment previously
placed to the side in Step 3 (see Figures 9 and 10 ).
6-2 Remove CHR and J6 Polar HR cables from the
back of the console connected to the PC board (see
Figure 11).
NOTE: After removing the 2 cables from the PC board,
secure the cables to the console plate to keep the
cables from falling into the mast.
6-3 Set the console and the 4 screws to the side.
Figure 9
Figure 10
Figure 11
20 Pin Connector
J6 Polar HR
Contact Heart Rate (CHR)

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Step 7: Routing Main Cables
7-1 Route the Main cable located at the top of the lower
mast through the bottom of the upper mast weldment
and exit out the console plate (see Figure 12).
7-2 Secure the Main cable with the CHR and Polar
cables to the console plate.
Step 8: Attaching Masts, Upper and
Lower
Tools
•9/16"or14mm wrench or socket
8-1 Secure the upper mast weldment to the lower main
body utilizing the 4 supplied bolts, lock washers, and
atwashersusinga9/16"or14mmwrenchorsocket
(see Figure 13 and 14).
Figure 12
Top of Upper Mast
Figure 13
Figure 14

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Assembly
Step 9: Attaching handrails
Tools
•5/32"or4mmT-handle
NOTE: This Step requires 2 people to complete Steps
9-1 through 10-2.
9-1 With the assistance of another person, tip the SC 916
forward and hold in place while completing Steps
9-2 throught 9-5.
9-2 Remove the 2 rear leg levelers (see Figure 15).
9-3 Take hold of one of the handrails and slide the upper
end into the lower part of the handlebar weldment
and line up the screw holes (see Figure 16).
9-4 Loosely attach the supplied Hex screw to the upper
handrail/handlebar weldment junction using the
5/32"(4mm)T-handle(seeFigure17).
9-5 Position the lower end of the handrail over the rear
leg weldment, then pulling the handrail towards you
secure it into position with 2 Hex screws using the
5/32"(4mm)T-handle(seeFigure18).
9-6 Tighten the Hex screw in Step 9-4.
9-7 Repeat Steps 9-1 through 9-6 on the opposite side.
Figure 17
Figure 16
Figure 18
Screw Hole
Screw Hole
Figure 15

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Assembly
Step 10: Replacing the Leg Levelers
10-1 Replace the 2 leg levelers previously removed in
Step 9 and 2 lock washers (see Figure 19).
10-2 Return the SC 916 to its upright position.
Step 11: Attaching the Console
Tools
•Phillipsscrewdriver
11-1 Grasp the SC 916 console and connect the CHR
cable from the upper mast weldment to P3 on the
PC board (see Figure 20).
11-2 Connect the telemetry Heart Rate cable from the
mast to J6 (Polar HR) connector on the PC board
(see Figure 20).
11-3 Connect the Main cable from the mast to the 20-pin
connector on the PC board (see Figures 20).
11-3 Secure the console with the 4 Phillips screws
remove previously (see Figure 21).
Step 12: Attaching the Covers
Tools
•Phillipsscrewdriver
12-1 Reattach the left and right side covers using the
phillips screws removed in Step 5.
12-2 Reattach the mid cover using the phillips screws
removed in Step 5.
NOTE: If installing the optional NV915 television, refer to
the M-series Installation Manual at this time.
Figure 19
Figure 21
Figure 20
20 Pin Connector
J6 Polar HR
Contact Heart Rate (CHR)

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Assembly
Step 13: Final Check
13-1 Tighten all hardware.
13-2 Read all warnings on machine.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for:
• OperatingInstructions
• MaintenanceInstructions
Failure to visually check and test assembly before use can cause damage to the equipment. It can also cause
serious injury to users and bystanders.

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Contact Information
Please supply the serial number of your machine and the date of
purchase when you call Nautilus. Use the space in the boxes below
to write down this information. To find the serial number on your
machine, refer to the Safety Warning Label information page. Dial
the number of the office close to you.
UNITED STATES OFFICES
E-mail: [email protected]
TECHNICAL/CUSTOMER SERVICE
Phone: 800-NAUTILUS (800-628-8458)
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: cstec[email protected]
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
Nautilus, Inc.
World Headquarters
16400 SE Nautilus Drive
Vancouver, Washington, USA 98683
Phone: (800) NAUTILUS [phone]
INTERNATIONAL OFFICES
For technical assistance and a list of distributors in your
area, please call or fax one of the following numbers.
INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE
Nautilus International S.A.
Rue Jean Prouvé
1762 Givisiez / Switzerland
Tel: + 41 26 460 77 77
Fax: + 41 26 460 77 70
E-mail: tec[email protected]
GERMANY and AUSTRIA
Nautilus Deutschland GmbH
Albin-Köbis-Str. 4
51147 Köln
Tel: + 49 02203 2020 0
Fax: + 49 02203 2020 45 45
ITALY
Nautilus Italy S.r.l., Via della Mercanzia, 103
40050 Funo di Argelato - Bologna
Tel: + 39 051 664 6201
Fax: + 39 051 664 7461
SWITZERLAND
Nautilus Switzerland SA
Rue Jean-Prouvé 6
CH-1762 Givisiez
Tel: + 41 26 460 77 66
Fax: + 41 26 460 77 60
UNITED KINGDOM
Nautilus UK Ltd
4 Vincent Avenue
Crownhill, Milton Keynes, Bucks, MK8 0AB
Tel: + 44 1908 267 345
Fax: + 44 1908 267 345
CHINA
Nautilus (Shanghai) Fitness Co., Ltd.
7A No.728, Yan’an Road (West)
200050 Shanghai, China
Tel: + 86 21 523 707 00
Fax: + 86 21 523 707 9
Serial Number
Date of Purchase

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