Thane Fitness OrbiTrek Platinum User manual

O w n e r ’s Manual
This Product is Brought to You by:
Thane Direct Canada, Inc. Toronto, Ontario
www.thane.ca
Thane Direct UK Limited Admail 68, PL1 1AD
www.thanedirect.co.uk.
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OWNER’S
MANUAL
IMPORTANT!
Please read all instructions
carefully before using this
product. Retain this manual
for future reference.
Safety Notice..............2
Assembly & Usage 3-6
Exploded View ..........7
Parts List ....................8
Thane Direct Canada, Inc.
Toronto, Ontario
www.thane.ca
Thane Direct UK Limited
Admail 68, PL1 1AD
www.thanedirect.co.uk.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
1. THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY OF THE ORBITREK PLATINUM IS 275 LBS (125 kgs).
Persons whose body weight exceeds this limit should NOT use this machine.
2. Keep children and pets away from the OrbiTrek Platinum at all times. DO NOT leave
unattended children in the same room with the machine
3. If the user experiences dizziness, nausea, chest pain, or any other abnormal symptoms,
STOP the workout at once. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
4. Position the OrbiTrek Platinum on a clear, level surface. Place mat under the unit to help
keep the machine stable and to protect flooring.
5. Always wear appropriate workout clothing when exercising. Running or aerobic shoes are
also required.
6. Use the OrbiTrek Platinum only for its intended use as described in this manual. DO NOT
use any other accessories not recommended by the manufacturer.
7. DO NOT place any sharp objects around the OrbiTrek Platinum.
8. Handicapped or disabled persons should not use the OrbiTrek Platinum without the
presence of a qualified health professional or physician.
9. Before exercising, always do stretching first.
10. NEVER operate the OrbiTrek Platinum if it is not functioning properly.
11. Tighten all bolts on a regular basis.
WARNING: BEFORE BEGINNING THIS OR ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM, CONSULT YOUR
PHYSICIAN FIRST. THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT FOR INDIVIDUALS OVER THE AGE OF
35 OR PERSONS WITH PRE-EXISTING HEALTH PROBLEMS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING. THANE FITNESS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE SUSTAINED BY OR THROUGH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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BEFORE you begin
1. Locate a comfortable work site. Assemble your OrbiTrek Platinum in an open space with adequate
ventilation and lighting. Because the OrbiTrek Platinum is portable, to some extent, you need not
assemble it exactly where it is to be used. For your convenience, however, you should avoid
hauling the machine across excessive distances, through narrow passage ways or over staircases
once its assembly is complete.
2. It’s a good idea to flatten out the shipping carton, and use it as a work surface when you
assemble the OrbiTrek Platinum. Keep a few paper towels handy since some of the components
are lightly pre-greased.
ASSEMBLY & USAGE
#46 3/8” x 60
Carriage Bolt (4X) #47 3/8” Acorn
Nut (4X)
#62 3/8 Nut (4X)
#53 3/8” Arc
Washer (4X)
#60 3/8”
Washer (4X)
#17
Knob Bolt (2x)
#12A Handle Bar Shaft (1X) #56 D Shape
Washer (2X)
#51 1/2” Spring
Washer (2X)
#57 3/8” x 20
Hinge Screw (2X)
Allen Wrench
#59 3/8”x50 Hex
Head Bolt (4X)
#12B 1/2” Pedal Hinge Bolt
(2X) (L,R)
#61 Spring Washer
(4X)
#48 1/2” Lock Nut
(2X) (L, R)
Wrench
#52 3/8” Spring Washer (2X)

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Attach the front and rear bottom
tubes (#2 and #3) which are clearly
marked FRONT and REAR to the
main frame (#1) using:
4 – 3/8” carriage bolts (#46)
4 – 3/8” arc washers (# 53)
4 – 3/8” acorn nuts (#47)
Place the front tube (#2) against
the main frame and be sure the
holes line up. Take two of the car-
riage bolts (#46) and pass them
through the holes and through the
tube support located on the unit.
Slip the two arc washers (#53) over
the threaded portions of the car-
riage bolts. Attach and firmly tight-
en down the acorn nuts (#47)
using the wrench provided.
Notice: The front tube (#2) has rolling front end caps for moving your OrbiTrek Platinum.
Follow the same procedure for attaching the rear tube.
Fig. 1
Attach the pedals (#11L and #11R)
to their respective pedal tubes (#6L
and #6R) using:
4 – 3/8” hex head bolts (#59)
4 – 3/8” washers (#60)
4 – 3/8” spring washers (#61)
4 – 3/8” nuts (#62)
Line up the holes in the pedal with
the holes on the pedal tube. Insert
the hex head bolt (#59) through the
holes. Slide the washer (#60), the
spring washer (#61) and the nut
(#62) over the hex head bolt (#59)
and tighten the nut (#62) with the
wrench.
NOTE: The foot pedals are posi-
tioned properly when the round ridge is to the front and in along the side closest to the main body of
the OrbiTrek Platinum. If you install them opposite of what they should be, you will not be able to
attach the pedal tubings to the crankshaft (#27).
1
2
47
53
3
46
59
62
61
60
6R
11R
Fig. 2
Step 1: Attaching front and rear stabilizers
Step 2: Attaching the pedals

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Step 3: Attaching the handle bar shaft
Attach the handle bar shaft (#12A) to
the main frame (#1), then attach the
right and left coupler bars (#4 and
#5) to the handle bar shaft (#12A)
using:
2 - “D” shape washers (#56)
2 – 3/8” spring washers (#52)
2 – hinge screws (#57)
NOTE: If you encounter too much
friction, try using WD40 or Vaseline
as a lubricant.
Insert the left and right hinge bolts
(#12BL and #12BR) through the
pedal tubes (#6L and #6R), and tight-
en the hinge bolts on the crankshaft
(#27) with the Allen wrench. Attach
the spring washers (#51) and the lock
nuts (#48L and #48R) to the hinge
bolts (#12BL and #12BR) using the
wrench and the Allen wrench.
IMPORTANT!
The hinge bolt (#12BL & #12BR) must fully penetrate the
nylon ring inside the spring nut (#66R & #66L). This will
ensure the stability and durability of your OrbiTrek Platinum.
In order to install the hinge bolt properly, keep it perfectly
straight as the bolt goes through the pedal tubing and the
crankshaft. If the hinge bolt is connected to the crankshaft
at an angle, damage to both the hinge bolt and the crank-
shaft may occur.
Fig. 3
1
12BR
6R
12A
5
51
27R
57
52
56
48R
A nylon ring can be seen at the rim inside
the spring nut. The hinge bolt must fully
penetrate this nylon ring.
CORRECT
INCORRECT
INCORRECT
12BL
Counter Clockwise
12BR
Clockwise
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DUAL ACTION MODE
Attach the handle bars (#7L and #7R), which are clearly
marked LEFT and RIGHT to the coupler bars (#4 and
#5). Select a height setting that is comfortable to the
user, and make sure both handlebars are set at the same
height. Lock each handlebar in place with a knob bolt
(#17).
FIXED MODE:
To keep the handlebars stationary while you workout,
attach them to the tubing (#16) on the main frame
between the coupler bars. As with the dual-action mode,
set both handlebars at the same,
comfortable height and secure them with knob bolts
(#17).
Assembly is complete.
7L
17
4
Fig. 4
Step 4: Attaching the handle bars
16
Tension adjustment
The assembly of your OrbiTrek Platinum is now complete. As you try it for
the first time, you should adjust the tension to a desirable level before you begin
a full workout. To increase tension turn the tension knob to the right and to
decrease tension turn the tension knob to the left.
Reversible movement
Remember, your OrbiTrek Platinum has REVERSIBLE movement!
Forward pedaling emphasizes your quadriceps muscles (front thighs),
while backward pedaling emphasizes your hamstrings (back thighs).
Take advantage of this fact to make your workout less fatiguing,
and more fun.
Tension
Control Knob

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EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
A complete list of parts shown here can be found on the next page.
Most parts are pre-assembled. This diagram is not intended as an instruction for assembling the
OrbiTrek Platinum but simply as a reference in case certain parts need service or replacement.
Thane Fitness reserves the right to alter the details of the OrbiTrek Platinum as depicted in this
owner’s manual without prior notice.

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PART NO. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QUANTITY
1Main frame 1
2Front bottom tube 1
3Back bottom tube 1
4Left coupler bar 1
5Right coupler bar 1
6L Left pedal tube 1
6R Right pedal tube 1
7L Left handle bar 1
7R Right handle bar 1
8L1 Left bottom chain cover 1
8L2 Left upper chain cover 1
8R1 Right bottom chain cover 1
8R2 Right upper chain cover 1
9Left fan wheel hub 1
10 Right fan wheel 1
11L Left pedal 1
11R Right pedal 1
12A Handle bar shaft 1
12BL Left hinge bolt 1/2" 1
12BR Right hinge bolt 1/2" 1
13 Adjustable cap 2
14 Foam grip 2
15 Round cap 2
16 Plastic sleeve 4
17 Knob bolt 2
18 Plastic roller 2
19 Bushing 3 10
20 Bushing 1 4
21 Bushing 2 2
22 Fan wheel axle 1
23 Nut 5
24 Aluminum bar 1
25 Nut 2
26 Sensor 1
27 (L, R) (Left, Right) Crankshaft 1
28 Chain wheel 1
29 Washer 2 1
30L Ball collar 1 1
30R Ball collar 2 1
31 Ball collar bearing 2
32 Ball collar brace 2
33 Nut 1
34 Chain 1
35 Friction belt 1
36 Tension adjustment knob 1
37 Nut M6 2
38 Screw ST4.2*10F 8
39 Screw ST4.8*15 2
40 Screw ST4.8*25 6
41 Screw M5*18 1
42 Screw ST4.2*25 16
43 Screw M6 2
44 Hex head bolt 3/8"*55 2
45 Lock nut 3/8" 2
46 Carriage bolt 3/8"*60 4
47 Acorn nut 3/8" 4
48L Left lock nut 1/2" 1
48R Right lock nut 1/2" 1
49 Computer bracket 1
50 Computer 1
51 Spring washer 1/2" 2
52 Spring washer 3/8" 2
53 Arc washer 3/8" 4
54 Screw ST4.2*15 4
55 Washer 1 7/8" 1
56 D shape washer 2
57 Hinge screw 3/8"*20 2
58 Spring washer 6 2
59 Hex head bolt 3/8"*50 4
60 Washer 3/8" 4
61 Spring washer 3/8" 4
62 Nut 3/8" 4
63 Plastic sleeve 2
64 "U" bracket 2
65 Plastic washer 2
66 Big washer 10 2
67 Lock nut M10*1 2
68 Shaft 1
69 Nut M10*1.25 2
70 Round Cap 2
71 Washer 2