Stairmaster SC916 StairClimber User manual

Assembly Manual
SC 916 StairClimber
001-7201-040510A

Table of Contents
Product Specications
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Model SC 916 Specications
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)
Input Power Rating: 9V DC 1.00 Amps
External Power Adapter Ratings:
USA & Canada, 120V 60 Hz input, 9V DC 1.5 A output
Japan, 100V 50-60 Hz input, 9V DC1.5 A output
International (EU & Australia/New Zealand), 230V (or 220-240V) 50 Hz input, 9V DC 1.0 A output
Max user weight: 300lbs (136 kg)
Model SC916 Specifications.......................................................................................................................................................... 2
Important Safety Instructions.......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety Warning Labels............................................................................................................................................................... 5
Before You Start................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Assembly................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Contacts............................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Important Safety Instructions
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Before using this equipment, obey 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 Assembly 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 Assembly 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
Keep children away from this machine. Watch them closely when near the machine. Moving parts that appear
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dangerous to adults may not appear so to children.
of potential hazards.
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 Customer Service
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for repair information. Use only genuine StairMaster® replacement parts.
Set up and operate your StairClimber on a hard, level surface.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry while exercising.
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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 o the machine.
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Keep at least 19 inches (50 cm) clear area around the machine. This is the recommended safe distance for access and
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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
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machine is in motion.
Do not over exert yourself during exercise. Do not try to exercise with more resistance than you can physically handle t
When you use an electrical appliance, basic precautions must always be followed, including the following:
DANGER – To decrease the risk of electric shock always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after
use and before cleaning.
To decrease the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
An appliance must not be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in operation, and before
you put on or remove parts.
Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or disabled persons.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments that are not
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recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working correctly, if it has been dropped or
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damaged, or fallen into water. Return the appliance to a service center for examination and repair.
Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not drop or put any object into any opening.
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Do not use outdoors.
To disconnect, turn all controls to the o position, then remove plug from outlet.
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Hardware
Ref # Description Qty
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5/16 " - 18 Hex Head Screw 4
2
1/4 " - 20 x 1/2" Button Head Screw 2
3
1/4 " - 20 x 1-1/4" Hex Head Screw 4
4
5/16 ” - 18 Nut 4
5 5/16” - Flat Washer 4
6
5/16 ” - Split Lock Washer 4
7 1/4” - Flat Washer 4
8 1/4” - Split Lock Washer 4
Hardware not to scale
Box 1 Contents
Ref # Description Qty
9 Assembly Manual 1
10 Owner’s Manual Kit 1
11 End Cap 1
12 Power Supply & Adaptor Kit 1
13 Hardware 1
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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 StairMaster
representative at 1-888-678-2476.
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).
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Safety Warning Labels
Caution
Label Serial
number
Figure 1
SC916
STOP
123
456
78 9
0
STOP
STOP STOP
STOP
QUICK
START
MORE
WORKOUTS
HR ZONE
TRAINER
CALORIE
BURNER
INTERVALS
MANUAL FAT
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
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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
tBox knife or Strap Cutters
tClaw 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 916
(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
tBox 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. Remove Box 1 and
place to the side.
3-3 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 o
the shipping pallet and on to the floor (see Figure 6).
Step 5: Removing Covers
Tools
tPhillips 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
tPhillips 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 and the TV 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
t9/16" or 14 mm wrench or socket
Hardware
tRef 1: 5/16”- 18 Hex Head screw, Qty 4
tRef 4: 5/16”- Nut, Qty 4
tRef 5: 5/16”- Flat Washer, Qty 4
tRef 6: 5/16”- Lock Washer, Qty 4
8-1 Secure the upper mast weldment to the lower main
body utilizing the 4 supplied bolts, nuts, lock
washers, and flat 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
t5/32" or 4mm T-handle
Hardware
tRef 2: 1/4” - 20 x 1/2” Button Head Screw, Qty 2
tRef 3: 1/4”- 20 x 1-1/4” Hex Head Screw, Qty 4
tRef 7: 1/4”- Flat Washer, Qty 4
tRef 8: 1/4”- Lock Washer, Qty 4
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 Button Head 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 Head screws,
lockwashers and flat washers using the 5/32" (4mm)
T-handle (see Figure 18).
9-6 Tighten the Button Head 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 (see Figure 19).
10-2 Return the SC 916 to its upright position.
Step 11:Attaching the Console
Tools
tPhillips 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 using the 4 Phillips screws
removed in Step 6 (see Figure 21).
Step 12:Attaching the Covers
Tools
tPhillips 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 NV916 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:
tOperating Instructions
tMaintenance 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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Contacts
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Tel: [phone]
Parts e-mail: [email protected]
Service e-mail: [email protected]
STAIRMASTER
StairMaster
8000 NE Parkway Drive, Suite 220
Vancouver, Washington, 98662
USA
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Please supply the serial number of your machine
and the date of purchase when you call StairMaster.
To nd the serial number on your machine, refer to the
Safety Warning Label information page.

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