Taurus Racing Bike Z9 User manual

TF
TF-
TFZ901.02
Racing Bike Z9
max. 150 kg
~ 45 Min.
CM
52 kg
Assembly and Operating Instructions
Art. No. TF-Z9
L 127 | W 56 | H 124

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Content
1 GENERAL INFORMATION 7
1.1 Technical Data 7
1.2 Personal Safety 8
1.3 Electrical Safety 9
1.4 Set-Up Place 10
2 ASSEMBLY 11
2.1 General Instructions 11
2.2 Scope of Delivery 12
2.3 Assembly 13
2.4 Equipment setting 17
3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 19
3.1 Console display 19
3.2 Button function 20
3.3 Turning on and setting the equipment 20
3.4 Programmes 20
3.4.1 Manual programme 21
3.4.2 Training programmes 21
3.4.3 User-dened programme 22
3.4.4 Target heart rate 23
3.4.5 Recovery heart rate 23
3.5 Heart rate measuring 24
4 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT 26
4.1 General Instructions 26
4.2 Transportation Wheels 26
5 TROUBLESHOOTING, CARE AND MAINTENANCE 27
5.1 General Instructions 27
5.2 Faults and Fault Diagnosis 27
5.3 Error Codes and Troubleshooting 28
5.4 Lubricating the Felt Brake 28
5.5 Maintenance and Inspection Calendar 29
6 DISPOSAL 29
7 RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES 30

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8 ORDERING SPARE PARTS 31
8.1 Serial Number and Model Name 31
8.2 Parts List 32
8.3 Exploded Drawing 36
9 WARRANTY 37
10 CONTACT 39

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Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing a high-quality equipment of the brand Taurus®. Taurus® oers sports and
tness equipment for the sophisticated home sport and the equipment of tness studios and
business customers.WithTaurus® tness equipment, the focus is on what sport is all about: maximum
performance! Therefore, the equipment is developed in close consultation with athletes and sports
scientists. Because athletes know best what makes perfect tness equipment.
Further information can be found at www.sport-tiedje.com.
Legal Notice
Sport-Tiedje GmbH
Europe’s No. 1 for home tness
International Headquarters
Flensburger Straße 55
24837 Schleswig
Germany
Management:
Christian Grau
Sebastian Campmann
Dr. Bernhard Schenkel
No. HRB 1000 SL
Local Court Flensburg
European VAT Number: DE813211547
Disclaimer
©2008 Taurus® is a registered brand of the company SportTiedje GmbH. All rights
reserved. Any use of this trademark without the explicit written permission of Sport-
Tiedje is prohibited.
Product and manual are subject to change. Technical data can be changed without
advance notice.
Intended Use
The equipment may only be used for its intended purpose.
The equipment is only suitable for home use. The equipment is not suitable for semi-
professional (e.g. hospitals, associations, hotels, schools, etc.) and commercial or professional
use (e.g. tness studios).

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Please carefully read the entire manual before installation and rst use. The manual will help you to
quickly set up the system and explains how to safely use it. Make sure that all persons exercising with
the equipment (especially children and persons with physical, sensory, mental or motor disabilities)
are informed about this manual and its contents in advance. In case of doubt, responsible persons
must supervise the use of the equipment.
This equipment has been manufactured according to the latest safety knowledge.
As far as possible, potential safety hazards which could cause injury have been
eliminated. Make sure to carefully follow the instructions and that all parts are
securely in place. If required, read through the instructions again to correct any
mistakes.
Please pay close attention to the safety and maintenance instructions given here. The contract
partner cannot be held liable for damage to health, accidents or damage to the equipment when it
is not used in accordance with these instructions.
The following safety instructions may appear in this manual:
࣑ATTENTION
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
⚠CAUTION
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in slight
or minor injuries!
⚠WARNING
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in death
or serious injuries!
⚠DANGER
This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injuries!
LNOTICE
This notice indicates further useful information.
Retain these instructions in a safe place for future reference, maintenance or when ordering
replacement parts.

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Technical Data
LCD display of
+ speed in km/h
+ training time in min
+ training distance in km
+ cadence (rotations per minute)
+ calories burnt
+ heart rate (when using a chest strap)
+ Watt
Total number of training programs: 17
Pre-set programs: 12
Heart rate controlled programs: 4
User dened programs: 1
Balance mass: 14 kg
Transmission ratio: 1:5.3
Weight and dimensions:
Article weight (gross, including packaging): 56 kg
Article weight (net, without packaging): 52 kg
Packaging dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 120cm x 24 cm x 92 cm
Set-up dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 1270 mm x 560 mm x 1240 mm
Maximum user weight: 150 kg/330 lbs

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1.2 Personal Safety
⚠DANGER
+ Before you start using the equipment, you should consult your physician that this type of
exercise is suitable for you from a health perspective. Particularly aected are persons who:
have a hereditary disposition to high blood pressure or heart disease, are over the age of 45,
smoke, have high cholesterol values, are overweight and/or have not exercised regularly in
the past year. If you are under medical treatment that aects your heart rate, medical advice
is absolutely essential.
+ Note that excessive training can seriously endanger your health. Please also note that
heart rate monitoring systems can be inaccurate. If you notice any signs of weakness,
nausea, dizziness, pain, shortness of breath, or other abnormal symptoms, stop exercising
immediately and seek advice from your doctor if necessary.
⚠WARNING
+ This equipment may not be used by children under the age of 14.
+ Children should not be allowed unsupervised access to the equipment.
+ Persons with disabilities must have a medical license and must be under strict observation
when using the equipment.
+ The equipment is strictly for use by one person at a time.
+ If your equipment provides a safety key, the clip of the safety key must be attached to your
clothing before starting your training. In the event of a fall, the EMERGENCY STOP of the
equipment can be initiated.
+ Keep your hands, feet and other body parts, hair, clothing, jewellery and other objects well
clear of moving parts.
+ During use, wear suitable sports clothing rather than loose or baggy clothing.When wearing
sports shoes, make sure they have suitable soles, preferably made of rubber or other non-
slip materials. Shoes with heels, leather soles, studs or spikes are unsuitable. Never exercise
barefoot.
⚠CAUTION
+ If your equipment needs to be connected to the power supply with a mains cable, make
sure that the cable is not a potential tripping hazard.
+ Make sure that nobody is within the range of motion of the equipment during training so as
not to endanger you or other persons.
࣑ATTENTION
+ Do not insert any objects of any kind into the openings of the device.

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1.3 Electrical Safety
⚠DANGER
+ In order to reduce the risk of an electric shock, always unplug the equipment from the
mains socket immediately after your workout, before assembly or dismantling, and before
maintenance or cleaning. Do not pull on the cable.
⚠WARNING
+ Do not leave the equipment unattended while the mains cable is plugged into the mains
socket. During your absence, the mains cable must be removed from the mains socket to
prevent improper use by third parties or children.
+ If the mains cable or plug is damaged or defective, contact your contract partner. Until
repair, the equipment must not be used.
࣑ATTENTION
+ The equipment requires a mains connection of 220-230V with 50Hz mains voltage.
+ The equipment may only be connected directly to an earthed socket using the supplied
mains cable. Extension cables must conform to VDE guidelines. Always completely unwind
the mains cable.
+ The socket must be protected by a fuse with a minimum fuse rating of "16A, slow blow".
+ Do not make any changes to the mains cable or the mains plug.
+ Keep the mains cable away from water, heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not route the mains
cable underneath the equipment or under a carpet or rug, and do not place any objects on
top of it.

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1.4 Set-Up Place
⚠WARNING
+ Do not place the equipment in main corridors or escape routes.
⚠CAUTION
+ Choose a location in which to place the equipment such that there is enough free space/
clearance to the front, the rear and to the sides of the equipment.
+ The training room should be well ventilated during training and not be exposed to any
draughts.
+ Choose the place in which to set up the equipment such that there is enough free space/
clearance to the front, the rear and to the sides of the equipment.
+ The set-up and mounting surface of the equipment should be at, loadable and solid.
࣑ATTENTION
+ The device may only be used in one building, in suciently tempered and dry rooms
(ambient temperatures between 10°C and 35°C). The equipment should not be used
outdoors or in rooms with high humidity (over 70%) like swimming pools.
+ A oor protective mat/equipment underlay can help to protect high-quality oor coverings
(parquet, laminate, cork, carpets) from dents and sweat and can help to level out slight
unevenness.

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2 ASSEMBLY
2.1 General Instructions
⚠DANGER
+ Do not leave any tools, packaging materials such as foils or small parts lying around,
as otherwise there is a danger of suocation for children. Keep children away from the
equipment during assembly.
⚠WARNING
+ Pay attention to the instructions attached to the equipment in order to reduce the risk of
injuries.
⚠CAUTION
+ Ensure to have sucient room for movement in each direction during assembly.
+ The assembly of the equipment must be carried out by at least two adults. If in doubt, seek
the help of a third technically skilled person.
࣑ATTENTION
+ To prevent damage to the equipment and the oor, assemble the equipment on a mat or
packaging board.
LNOTICE
+ In order to make the assembly as simple as possible, some screws and nuts to be used can
already be pre-assembled.
+ Ideally, assemble the equipment at its later set-up place.

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2.2 Scope of Delivery
The scope of delivery consist of the following parts. At the beginning, check whether all parts
and tools belonging to the device are included in the scope of delivery and whether damage has
occurred. In the event of complaints, the contractual partner must be contacted directly.
⚠CAUTION
If parts of the scope of delivery are missing or damaged, the assembly must not be carried out.
Overview
1. Main frame
2. Front base
3. Rear base
10. Saddle
13. Handlebar
14. Console mount
25R. Right pedal
25L. Left pedal
85. Console
100. Mains cable
5. Screw
6. Spring washer
7. Washer
12. Adjusting knob
41. Cable connector
86. Screw
Tools

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2)
M8*1.25*20L(x8)
D15.4* D8.2*2T
D16*D8.5*1.2T
(x8)
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5
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2.3 Assembly
Before assembly, take a close look at the individual assembly steps shown and carry out the assembly
in the order given.
LNOTICE
First loosely screw all parts together and check that they t properly. Tighten the screws using
the tool only when you are instructed to do so.
Step 1: Mounting the front and rear base
1. Mount the rear base (3) to the main frame (1) with Allen screws (5), washers (7), and spring
washers. Make that the transport wheels point outwards or away from the equipment.
2. Mount the front base (2) to the main frame with Allen screws (5), washers (7), and spring washers.
3. Level out possible unevenness with the adjusting screws (59) on the front and rear base.

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Step 2: Mounting the handlebar and the saddle
The connecting rod (8) and the saddle post (9) are already pre-mounted and both can be innitely
adjusted in height with the knob.
࣑ATTENTION
+ Pay attention to the fact that the safety lines on connecting rod (handlebar) and saddle post
must not be exceeded when adjusting.
Step 3: Mounting the handlebar and the saddle
1. Mount the handlebar (13) to the handlebar post with the adjusting knob (12).
2. Mount the seat (10) to the saddle post (9) with the adjusting knob (12) and a screw (97).

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Step 4: Mounting the console
1. Mount the console mount (14) to the connecting rod (handlebar) with a screw (86) (g. a).
2. Insert the console cable (105) through the hole of the console mount (g. b).
3. Connect the cable (41) (g. c).
4. Mount the console (85) to the mount with a screw (84) (g. d).

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2)
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15
25L
25R
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Step 5: Mounting the pedals
Screw the pedals (25R, 25L) very carefully clockwise or counter-clockwise to the pedal crank arms.
Some lubricating grease or oil might facilitate screwing and can avoid damages to the thread. The
right as well as the left pedals are marked with letters R (= right) or L (= left).
Step 6: Connecting the equipment to the mains supply
࣑ATTENTION
The equipment must not be connected to a multiple socket, otherwise it cannot be guaranteed
that the equipment will be supplied with sucient power. Technical errors can result.
Connect the mains cable (100) with the equipment and a socket.

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2.4 Equipment setting
Operating the emergency brake:
Push the emergency brake (34) for safety reasons, whenever it is required to get o the equipment
and/or to stop the ywheel of the equipment.
Adjustment
When you take a moment to adjust your indoor
cycle correctly to your body, you increase the
comfort and the safety of your training. The indoor
cycle oers diverse adjusting possibilities for saddle
and handlebar. Use these adjusting possibilities for
an optimal sitting comfort and a maximum training
eciency. A wrong position while training can
cause avoidable pain and might increase the risk of
injury.
Adjusting the handlebar position
Handlebar height
• The handlebar height can be individually adjusted.
• Start with the adjusting of the connecting rod
(handlebar) to the seat height. A higher adjustment
of the connecting rod (handlebar) provides a more upright sitting; a lower adjustment of the
connecting rod (handlebar) provides a posture bend forward.
• Pull the adjusting lever up to adjust the height of the handlebar and push the bar upwards or
downwards as required. Push the adjusting lever down to the locked position to safe the connecting
rod (handlebar) again.
• Do not exceed the adjustments beyond the stop markings.
Horizontal adjustment
• Release the upper adjusting lever on the connecting rod (handlebar) and push the handlebar
forward or backwards as required.
• The horizontal adjustment should be done so that you can comfortably hold the handlebar with a
slight bending of the elbow.
• Do not exceed the adjustments beyond the stop markings.
Hand position
• In order to prevent one-sided stress of muscles, ligaments, and joints, the hand position should be
changed throughout longer training sessions. The handlebar oers dierent possibilities to hold.

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Adjusting the saddle position
Saddle height
• Stand beside the saddle post and adjust the saddle to hip height.
• Rotate the pedal crank so that the pedals are in the vertical position.
• Place a foot on the lower pedal and get on the indoor cycle. Your knee should be slightly bent.
• When your leg is stretched too much or the foot does not touch the pedal, the saddle needs to be
lowered. When your leg is bent too much, the saddle needs to be adjusted at a higher position.
• Get o the indoor cycle in order to adjust the height and release the adjusting lever of the saddle
post. Push then the saddle post up or down as required.
• When the saddle is in the desired position, lock the adjusting lever back to the locked position in
order to safe the saddle post.
• Do not exceed the adjustments beyond the stop markings.
Horizontal adjustment
• Get on the indoor cycle and rotate the pedal crank to the 3-and-9 o‘clock position. The horizontal
adjustment of the seat is correct, when the knee joint of the leg, which points forward, is above the
axle of the pedal.
• Otherwise, get o the indoor cycle to adjust the saddle in horizontal direction forwards or
backwards. Release the adjusting lever of the saddle and push the seat forwards or backwards as
required. Fix the lever then again.
• Do not exceed the adjustments beyond the stop markings.
࣑ATTENTION
+ For safety reason, do not pedal backwards while the braking resistance is set.
+ The equipment is NOT equipped with a free wheel system. That means: When the ywheel
rotates, the pedals rotate as well. In order to avoid knee injuries, do not try to stop the
equipment by pushing backwards on the pedals. Do not try as well to take your feet from
the rotating pedals. The movement can only be stopped by using the emergency brake or
by a controlled reduction of the cadence.

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3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LNOTICE
Familiarise yourself with all the functions and setting options of the device before starting
training. Have the proper use of this product explained to you by a specialist.
3.1 Console display
Time Setting from 0:00 to 99:00, Display from 0:00 to 99:59
Speed Display from 0.0 to 99.9
Distance Setting from 0.00 to 99.90 km, Display from 0.00 to 99.99
Calories Setting from 0 to 9990, Display from 0 to 999
Heart rate Setting from 0-30 to 230, Display from 30 to 230
RPM Display from 0 to 999
Watt Setting from 10 to 350, Display from 0 to 999