Vasa KayakErg User manual

PART 1 - Assembly ...........................................................2
Parts List and Parts Descriptions ......................................2-3
Assembly Steps ..............................................................4-7
Positioning & Adjusting for comfort .....................................8
Recording Order Information..............................................8
PART 2 – Using the Vasa Kayak Ergometer......................9
Safety Review .............................................................. 9-11
Resistance Settings .................................................... 12-13
Using the Vasa Power Meter........................................ 14-26
Power Meter - Summary of Functions................................ 27
Training Log .................................................................... 28
Training Notes................................................................. 29
PART 3 - Maintenance & Troubleshooting .....................30
Maintenance Instructions ............................................ 30-33
Troubleshooting............................................................... 34
Guarantee & Warranty Information .............................. 35-36
VASA, INC.
1 ALLEN MARTIN DRIVE
ESSEX JUNCTION, VERMONT USA 05452
TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEB: www.vasatrainer.com

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Front End Assembly (1)
ERGO-FE 2012
Wheel Bracket
Assembly (1)
VE-1-WB-3
Kayak Paddle Shaft (1)
VE-K-PS-KIT
K1 Racing Seat (1)
VE-K1SEAT Monorail (1)
16-AL
Rear Low
Stanchion (1)
VE-K2
Foot Brace (1)
VE-K-FB
***OPTIONAL***
Power Meter (1)
VM-1 / VM-1-ANT+
PM Mounting
Bracket (1)
VE-1-MMB-KIT
Goose
Neck (1)
VE-K3
FRONT END ASSEMBLY
OPPOSITE VIEW
PART 1 - Assembly
PART 1 - ASSEMBLY
1.1 PART IDENTIFICATION
Please read entire assembly section before beginning assembly.
SAVE
ALL
PACKAGING
Boxes & inner
packaging

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PART 1 - Assembly
1.2 PARTS LIST
The parts for your Vasa Kayak Ergometer are packed in three boxes. Please unpack and assemble your new
Vasa Kayak Ergometer in the specic order outlined on the following pages.
IMPORTANT: Please save the large front end assembly box and its inner packaging. That packaging is
specically designed to protect the front assembly. In the unlikely event that you would need to ship the
Vasa Kayak Ergometer, we recommend using that packaging for the front assembly.
PART NAME PART # QUANTITY
REAR LOW STANCHION VE-K2 1
K1 RACING SEAT ASSEMBLY K1 SEAT KIT 1
Button Head Pilot Screw-SS 14P-PILOT 8
Thin Nylon Insert Nut-SS 18PS 8
Knob for Kayak Bracket Lock Bolt VE-K-KNOB 2
Kayak Bracket Lock Bolt VE-K-LB 2
K1 Seat Side Plate VE-KS-2 2
K1 Seat Mounting Bracket VE-KS-3 1
K1 Kayak Molded Seat VE-K1SEAT 1
MONORAIL 16-AL-E 1
KAYAK PADDLE SHAFT VE-K-PS-KIT 1 (2 sections)
KAYAK FOOT BRACE ASSEMBLY VE-K-FB-KIT 1
K1 Foot Brace VE-K-FB-6 1
Kayak Foot Brace Slippery Tape VE-K-FB-TAPE 1
Kayak Lock Bolt Knob VE-K-KNOB 2
Kayak Bracket Lock Bolt VE-K-LB 2
POWER METER (optional) VM-1 or VM-1-ANT+ 1
PM MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLY VE-K-MMB-KIT 1
FRONT ERGOMETER ASSEMBLY ERGO-FE 2012 1
WHEEL BRACKET ASSEMBLY VE-1-WBA 1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL IM-ERGO-K 1
HARDWARE BAG (see below) 1 bag
Button Head Screw - 2 1/2” 11P 3
Hex Jam Nut 18PS 3
Hex Key Allen Wrench - 3/16” 12A-PS 1
Hex Key Allen Wrench - 5/32” 12B-PS 1
Wrench - 7/16” 14B-PS 1
Wrench - Combo 9/16” & 1/2” 14D-PS 1
Screwdriver VE-1-SDR 1

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SHORT
LONG
PART 1 - Assembly
1.3 ASSEMBLY STEPS
STEP 1. INSTALL REAR STANCHION
• Insert the rear portion of the monorail into the head of the rear
stanchion sleeve with T-Slot facing up;
• Insert the 2.5” bolt through stanchion/monorail holes;
• Thread hex jam nut onto bolt;
• Tighten with 5/32” allen wrench and 7/16” wrench;
• Use 3/16” allen wrench to tighten set screw on stanchion sleeve.
NOTE: There are two set of holes on one end of the monorail. It does
NOT matter which end you insert into the rear stanchion as the second
set of holes are not used.
STEP 2. INSTALL MOUNTING BOLTS
• Slide the head of the lock bolt (x4) into the T-slot on the bottom
front of the monorail.
STEP 3. INSTALL GOOSE NECK ONTO MONORAIL
• Insert the short end of the goose neck bracket on the front end of
the monorail (keep long end above rail as shown);
• Insert the 2.5” bolt through bracket/monorail holes;
• Thread hex jam nut onto bolt;
• Tighten with 5/32” allen wrench and 7/16” wrench;
• Use 3/16” allen wrench to tighten set screw on bracket.
B
C
A
VIEW: BACK OF MONORAIL
VIEW: FRONT/END OF MONORAIL

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STEP 4. INSTALL GOOSE NECK ONTO FRONT END
• Insert the long end of the goose neck bracket into the front end
monorail sleeve;
• Insert the 2.5” bolt through bracket/sleeve holes;
• Thread hex jam nut onto bolt;
• Tighten with 5/32” allen wrench and 7/16” wrench;
• Use 3/16” allen wrench to tighten set screw on bracket.
NOTE: Press in the rear cover to allow
more clearance for 2 1/2” bolt.
STEP 5. INSTALL K1 SEAT
• Align 2 holes on K1 Seat Plate with 2 Lock Bolts closer to rear
stanchion;
• Install plate onto bolt & thread Locking Knobs (x2)
STEP 6. INSTALL FOOT BRACE
• Align 2 holes on the Foot Brace mounting plate with the remaining
Lock Bolts;
• Install plate onto bolt & thread Locking Knobs (x2)
PART 1 - Assembly
VIEW: BACK PORTION OF MONORAIL
VIEW: FRONT PORTION OF MONORAIL
PUSH COVER IN TO INSTALL SCREW
INSTALLATION TIP

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PART 1 - Assembly
STEP 7: INSTALLING BATTERIES IN THE POWER METER
NOTE: Power Meter operation will be covered in Part 2 of this manual.
• Insert the two “AA” batteries (included) into the battery
compartment on the back side of the monitor.
IMPORTANT: REMOVE THE BATTERIES if the Vasa Ergometer will
be idle for 3+ months.
CAUTION: The Power Meter is a sensitive unit.
Please handle with care at all times.
STEP 10. INSTALL MONITOR MOUNTING BRACKET
• Attach the Velcro strap with the monitor mounting bracket to the
front end monorail sleeve;
• Connect the connection cables to correct ports:
- “R” connection end into “R” port
- Other connection end into “L” port
• Install Power Meter by inserting the socket ball on back of monitor
into the mounting bracket stem;
• Set desired angle. Tighten Hose Clamp with screwdriver to secure
position.
STEP 11. ASSEMBLE KAYAK PADDLE SHAFT
• Connect two sections of kayak shaft.
STEP 12. INSTALL KAYAK PADDLE SHAFT
• Attach paddle ends to end of drive cord clips.
ALTERNATIVE ATTACHMENTS
• Exercise Handles (connect one per Drive Cord Clip)
• Canoe or SUP Shaft (connects similar to Kayak Shaft)

CENTER ON
MONORAIL
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PART 1 - Assembly
1.5 - RECORD ORDER INFORMATION
Now that you have completed the assembly, please take a minute to record some information found on
your Vasa Invoice. This will allow us to service you better in the future. Please record:
INVOICE NUMBER: ___________________ DATE OF INVOICE: ____________
If you have any questions at this point with the assembly, please contact us.
US / Canada, call us toll-free at: 1 (800) 488-VASA
International, call us at: 1 [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
1.4 POSITIONING & ADJUSTMENTS
STEP 1. ADJUST WORK AREA FOR EACH USER
• Slide K1 seat into position on monorail (see below)
• Slide foot brace into a comfortable position.
• Tighten lock knob under foot brace.
• Adjust seat height (see below)
STEP 2. ADJUST SEAT POSITION
• Adjust position on rail and use Lock Knob to secure

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➋➊ ➌
PART 2 - Using the Vasa Kayak Ergometer
PART 2 – USING THE VASA KAYAK ERGOMETER
The following sections contain guidelines and tips for using your Vasa Kayak Ergometer, the Power Meter,
and adjusting the resistance.
2.1. SAFE OPERATION
GETTING SAFELY ON AND OFF
CAUTION: Do not suddenly release the paddle shaft as they could strike the Power Meter or front
assembly causing damage or injury. Always gently return the paddle shaft or handles to the ready
position on the front assembly.
1) Take the kayak paddle shaft in both hands, have one leg on each side of the monorail and sit in
the seat.
2) Bring one foot up and place it in the locked foot brace. * If you need to adjust the position of the
foot brace for comfort, do so now.
3) Bring your second foot up into position and bring the kayak shaft into position. Keep your hands
shoulder width apart and begin your workout.

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Do not operate
with plastic
covers removed.
Do not release shaft or handles while
using the Ergometer. They could
damage the Power Meter.
Do not force the Power Meter when
adjusting it side to side or up and
down. If necessary, loosen the clamp
a bit before adjusting.
Keep eyes and hands clear of air outlet.
Do not put anything through the holes of the
perforation in the air inlet and air outlet.
Be sure to loosen the lock knob before
adjusting the damper door.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT pull the
drive cord past the end of the
Ergometer. It could damage
the machine.
DAMPER DOOR
POWER METER
AIR INLET
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SAFETY REMINDERS
It’s very important to use common sense and adhere to these safety guidelines in order to avoid injury
to yourself or damage to your Vasa Kayak Ergometer. Please follow this “pre-ight” safety check prior to
using your Vasa Kayak Ergometer:
• DO NOT let go of the PADDLE SHAFT while the drive cords are extended - they could hit and damage
the unit. Always return the paddle to the start position.
• Always instruct bystanders, especially children, to keep totally clear while the Ergometer is in use,
especially of the moving drive cords and ywheel.
• Keep eyes and hands clear of the air outlet below the damper door. To avoid blowing dust into the air,
eyes or into the electronics, do not operate in a dusty area.
• Do not operate if the front assembly cover(s) have been removed.
• Do not pull the drive cords past the end of the rear stanchion. If the drive cords become
difcult to pull (like the cord is stuck), do not continue to pull as this may damage your Ergometer.
• Perform proper maintenance on your Vasa Kayak Ergometer as recommended in “Maintenance &
Troubleshooting” section.

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SUPERVISING CHILDREN
We recommend supervising children at all times while using the Vasa Kayak Ergometer. Please review the
Safety Reminders and Getting On and Off Safely in this section with all children who will use the Vasa
Kayak Ergometer.
In addition, we recommend that children should train with or be instructed by a parent or coach when-
ever possible. This will help reduce the chance of injury. It also can be more motivating and fun.
SECURING YOUR VASA KAYAK ERGOMETER IN A PUBLIC SETTING
If your Vasa Kayak Ergometer is left in a public area, you may wish to secure or vandal-proof it to avoid
unauthorized use. We recommend the following:
1. Remove any drive cord attachment (handles or kayak shaft). Store these and any other accessories
in a secure place.
2. To deter unwanted use and protect your investment, keep your Vasa Kayak Ergometer covered
when not in use. Covers are available at www.vasatrainer.com.
3. Store the Vasa Kayak Ergometer in a dry, secure room or closet. Avoid storing it in a humid,
chlorine or salt-air environment.
MEDICAL CLEARANCE - See your Doctor before beginning any exercise program.
CAUTION: Before exercising with the Vasa Kayak Ergometer or any other form of exercise, please
check with your physician rst. This is especially important if you are overweight, if you have been
inactive for awhile, if you have injuries, or if you have any history of heart disease in your family. If
you are over 35, it’s a good idea to perform an exercise stress test with a qualied physician before
you begin training. Training with the Vasa Kayak Ergometer can be vigorous and demanding. We
suggest that you be in good health to achieve the best results.

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Figure A
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DAMPER DOOR
SETTING #1
(door closed)
Lowest/Easiest
Figure B
SETTING #7
(door open)
Highest/Hardest
Damper door
setting number
Lock door = turn clockwise
Unlock door = turn counter-clockwise
SETTING #
1
KNOB:
Lock/Unlock
1
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2.2. SETTING THE RESISTANCE
The ywheel and the damper door work in concert to affect the resistance you will feel using the Vasa
Kayak Ergometer.
FLYWHEEL
The airow resistance of the ywheel simulates the resistance of water - the harder you pull, the more
resistance you feel.
DAMPER DOOR
You can adjust the airow resistance by adjusting the damper door. The
lowest setting “1” (door fully closed) provides the least resistance and
setting “7” (door fully open) provides the most resistance. Setting #1
is similar to going WITH the current and Setting #7 is similar to going
AGAINST a strong current.
To adjust the damper door / change resistance level:
1. Unlock knob - turn counter-clockwise
2. Lift/Lower door (Settings: 1=easiest / 7=hardest)
3. Lock knob - turn clockwise

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DAMPER DOOR SETTINGS RELATING TO POWER AND FORCE OUTPUT
At high settings (5, 6, 7) it feels like paddling against a current. At low settings (1 & 2) it feels more like
paddling with a current. So if you select a setting of 1, you will have to paddle faster than your normal speed
in still water to generate the same power (faster stroke rate). If the you select a setting of 7, you will have
to paddle slower than your normal speed in still water to generate the same power (slower stroke rate).
Mathematically, this is expressed by the equation Power = Force x Velocity. The fan resistance
determines the force (a higher setting is a higher force) and the paddle shaft speed is the velocity. So the
same power can be achieved with either a high resistance setting combined with a low paddle shaft speed
or a low resistance setting combined with a high paddle shaft speed. As you would expect, there will be
a setting where an individual can produce the maximum power due to physiological and biomechanical
efciency, and this setting will likely be different depending on the individual’s body and training. The Power
Meter calculates power by sampling the force and shaft speed many times per second throughout the stroke.
Therefore it calculates power produced & distance traveled precisely regardless of the damper door setting.
This allows users to choose a damper door setting according to personal preference.
It is important to remember that the damper door setting is subjective, depending on body type, conditioning
level, and stroke technique.
Suggestion: once per week for one month do a 500 meter or a 1000 meter time trial at race pace & race
stroke rate. On week one, set the damper door at 2, for week 2, set it at 3 and so on. You’ll discover the
damper door setting that allows you to perform your best for that distance. Measure your heart rate, watts,
and time. Monitoring these will help you arrive at the most efcient stroke rate, technique and heart rate to
sustain the power and pace you need to improve. NOTE: Use the “Audible Stroke Rate Tempo Beeper” to
help paddle at your desired stroke rate. For full details on the Audible Tempo Beeper, continue to the section
on Power Meter Operation.

Shift
Setup Review Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
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Shift
Setup Review Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
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ELAPSED TIME
ACCUMULATED
DISTANCE
PACE
/ 100M(SWIM)
/ 500M*(KAYAK)
STROKE POWER
ON/OFF
button
STROKES PER
MINUTE
Shift
Setup Review Display
METERS
SPM
K
/100M
WATTS
48:40
8000
3:00
30 95
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Figure A
Figure C
Figure B
Kayak Display
shows “K” here
Swim Display
is blank here
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2.3. POWER METER - OPERATION
The Power Meter gives you the opportunity to get instant feedback on your performance. You can
measure time, distance, pace, stroke rate, stroke power (watts), and applied force for each side (Figure A).
Having this information allows you to:
• monitor your progress
• create repeatable performance testing & training
• set up workouts based on time & distance
• perform intervals or distance training
• simulate races
• analyze force for right and left arms
Specics on how the power meter calculates this data can be
found at the end of this section.
INITIALIZE THE POWER METER
Each time after you install the connection cables, you must:
• power OFF (by pushing the ON/OFF button)
• wait for delayed beep
• power ON
This process will allow for the PM to communicate accurately with the Ergometer. If you see irregular
readings, repeat the initialize steps above.
VIEWING OPTIONS: KAYAK VS. SWIM
There is a SWIM VIEW (default) and KAYAK VIEW on the Power Meter that
provides relative data based on the sport.
The upper left corner of the top screen will denotes the view.
Swim View = no display/blank (Figure B)
Kayak View = “K” displayed (Figure C)
To change between views:
Step 1: Begin with the power meter OFF.
Step 2: Hold SHIFT and then press ON/OFF. Release buttons and wait
for LCD test sequence to nish.
Step 3: Hold SHIFT and then press ON/OFF so it will display a series of
numbers. Release buttons.
Step 4: Hold the SHIFT and press SETUP button. Release buttons. The display will
turn off followed by a short beep.
Step 5: Turn ON for the new view.
The Power Meter will remain in the selected view (Swim or Kayak) for all future workouts
until you change it back. Repeat the sequence above if you want to change to the other
view.
*PACING NOTE: In the Kayak View, the Power Meter will calculate PACE/500M. Swim View is always displayed
in PACE/100M.

Shift
Setup Review Display
SPM
WATTS
FORCE
:00
0
0
0 0
Shift
Setup Review Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
:00
0
0:00
0 0
ELAPSED TIME
ELAPSED TIME
STROKES / MINUTE STROKE POWER
STROKES / MINUTE
STROKE POWER
Shift
Setup Review Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
5:48
I05
I:25
30 45
Shift
Setup Review Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
5:48
I05
I:25
30 45
SHIFT MODE = SHIFT + DOWN
+
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Figure E - STROKE MODE
Figure D - BASIC MODE
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MODES: BASIC VS. STROKE
There are two main display modes on the Power Meter (PM): BASIC MODE and STROKE MODE (Figures
D and E). When the PM is rst turned on, it will automatically enter Basic Mode. Both Basic Mode and
Stroke Mode give you readings on ELAPSED TIME, stroke rate (strokes per minute), and STROKE POWER
(watts). The remaining elds are “sub-displays” that change by pressing the “Display” button. For more
information on Basic Mode, Stroke Mode and their sub-displays, see the next two pages.
To get into STROKE MODE, press and hold the blue “Shift” button, then press and release the “Down
Arrow” button (below “STROKE” - see Figure E). To return to BASIC MODE, press and hold the blue
“Shift” button, then press and release the “Down Arrow” button.

See PACE NOTE
below.
ON/OFF button
Shift
Setup Review Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
5:48
I05
I:25
30 45
ELAPSED TIME
PACE
STROKE POWER
STROKES / MINUTE
PACE NOTE: The pace calculation in Kayak Viewing Option reects pace per 500M. The Swim Viewing
Option reects pace per 100M.
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Shift
Setup Review
Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
5:48
I05
I:25
30 45
push “display” to
get into sub-mode
Figure D
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NOTE: If the Power Meter (PM) senses the fan wheel is idle for 10 seconds, the PM will “power down” and
you will lose your workout data. If you choose to PRE-SET YOUR TIME or DISTANCE, the PM will continue
to retain data (see page 32 for full details).
BASIC MODE
Basic Mode has three sub displays PACE, Power, and Calories. These sub-displays give you more specic
information about your pace, your average power and the calories burned. You can choose these sub-
modes by pressing the “Display” button (Figure D) on the Power Meter keypad. Each time the Display
button is pressed, the display changes to the next mode. This can be done at any time without affecting
the operation of the Power Meter.
The top and bottom elds will always display the same information in all of the three sub-displays. The
two middle elds will change as you press the “Display” button. The top eld is ELAPSED TIME, the
bottom left eld is stroke rate in strokes per minute, and the bottom right eld is STROKE power (in watts)
for the last stroke (Figure D).

Shift
Setup Review Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
i6:40
i000
I:40
30 65
Shift
Setup Review Display
AVG WATTS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
i6:40
63
I:40
30 65
Shift
Setup Review Display
CAL
SPM
CAL/HR
WATTS
i6:40
366
i320
30 65
BASIC MODE > PACE
BASIC MODE > POWER
BASIC MODE > CALORIE
ELAPSED TIME
TOTAL METERS
PACE
STROKE POWER
STROKES /
MINUTE
ELAPSED TIME
AVERAGE POWER
PACE
STROKE POWER
STROKES /
MINUTE
ELAPSED TIME
TOTAL CALORIES
AVG CAL / HR
STROKE POWER
STROKES /
MINUTE
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Figure E
Figure F
Figure G
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BASIC MODE SUB-DISPLAYS (PACE, POWER, CALORIE)
Note: In all of the basic mode sub-displays, the two middle elds will change as you press the “Display”
button. The other sub-displays (top and bottom elds) will display the same information.
BASIC MODE > PACE (FIGURE E)
In the pace display, the elds are as follows:
Top: ELAPSED TIME since start of workout
Second: TOTAL METERS since start of workout
Third: PACE per 500 METERS* for the last stroke (Kayak)
Bottom Right: STROKE POWER (watts) for the last stroke
Bottom Left: STROKE RATE in strokes per minute
BASIC MODE > POWER (FIGURE F)
In the power display, the elds are as follows:
Top: ELAPSED TIME since start of workout
Second: AVERAGE POWER in watts since start
Third: PACE per 100 METERS* for the last stroke
Bottom Right: STROKE POWER (watts) for the last stroke
Bottom Left: STROKE RATE in strokes per minute
* IN KAYAK VIEW: the Power Meter will calculate PACE
/500M even though it is denotes it as /100M on the screen.
BASIC MODE > CALORIE (Figure G)
In the calorie display, the elds are as follows:
Top: ELAPSED TIME since start of workout
Second: TOTAL CALORIES since start of workout
Third: AVG CAL / HOUR for the last stroke
Bottom Right: STROKE POWER (watts) for the last stroke
Bottom Left: STROKE RATE in strokes per minute
For more information on meters and pace, see the end of
this section.

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Setup Review Display
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WATTS
FORCE
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ELAPSED TIME
STROKES / MINUTE
STROKE POWER
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Setup Review Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
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I:25
30 45
Shift
Setup Review Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
5:48
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I:25
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Shift
Setup Review
Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
5:48
I05
I:25
30 45
push “display” to
get into sub-mode
Figure H
press and hold “shift”
then press “stroke”
(down arrow)
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STROKE MODE
Stroke Mode gives you more specic information about each stroke, and shows information for the left and
right strokes separately. To get into STROKE MODE, press and hold the blue “Shift” button, then press and
release the “Stroke” (down arrow) button (Figure H).
Stroke Mode has three sub-displays: Average Force, Maximum Force, and Stroke Length. You can
choose these sub-modes by pressing the “Display” button on the power meter keypad (make sure you
are in stroke mode rst - see above). Each time the Display button is pressed, the display changes to
the next mode. This can be done at any time without affecting the operation of the Power Meter.
When in Stroke Mode, the top three elds always display the same information (the bottom left and
right elds will change as you press the “Display” button). The top eld is the ELAPSED TIME since
the start of exercise, the second eld is the stroke rate in strokes per minute, and the third eld is the
STROKE POWER (in watts) for the last stroke (Figure H).

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Setup Review Display
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WATTS
FORCE
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Setup Review Display
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WATTS
FORCEMAX
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Shift
Setup Review Display
SPM
WATTS
SL
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30
65
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ELAPSED TIME
STROKES / MIN
STROKE POWER
AVG FORCE RIGHT
ELAPSED TIME
ELAPSED TIME
AVG FORCE LEFT
STROKES / MIN
STROKE POWER
MAX FORCE RIGHT
MAX FORCE LEFT
STROKES / MIN
STROKE POWER
STROKE LENGTH R
STROKE LENGTH L
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Figure I
Figure J
Figure K
STROKE MODE > AVERAGE FORCE
STROKE MODE > MAX FORCE
STROKE MODE > STROKE LENGTH
PART 2 - Using the Vasa Kayak Ergometer
STROKE MODE SUB-DISPLAYS (AVERAGE FORCE, MAX FORCE, STROKE LENGTH)
Note: In all of the stroke mode sub-displays, only the bottom left and right elds will change as you press
the “Display” button. The top three elds always display the same information.
STROKE MODE > AVERAGE FORCE (Figure I)
In the average force display, the elds are as follows:
Top: ELAPSED TIME since start of workout
Second: STROKE RATE in strokes per minute
Third: STROKE POWER (watts) for the last stroke
Bottom Right: AVERAGE FORCE1for right side
Bottom Left: AVERAGE FORCE1for left side
1average force: measures the force applied during the power portion of each
stroke. The force is displayed in units of Newtons: (1 LB = 4.45 Newtons; 1
Newton = 0.225 LBs).
STROKE MODE > MAX FORCE (Figure J)
In the max force display, the elds are as follows:
Top: ELAPSED TIME since start of workout
Second: STROKE RATE in strokes per minute
Third: STROKE POWER (watts) for the last stroke
Bottom Right: MAX FORCE2for right side
Bottom Left: MAX FORCE2for left side
2MAX force: measures the maximum force applied at any instant during
each stroke. The force is displayed in units of Newtons: (1 LB = 4.45 New-
tons; 1 Newton = 0.225 LBs).
STROKE MODE > STROKE LENGTH (Figure K)
In the stroke length display, the elds are as follows:
Top: ELAPSED TIME since start of workout
Second: STROKE RATE in strokes per minute
Third: STROKE POWER (watts) for the last stroke
Bottom Right: STROKE LENGTH3for right side
Bottom Left: STROKE LENGTH3for left side
3STROKE LENGTH is measured in centimeters.

Shift
Setup Review Display
METERS
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Setup Review Display
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SPM WATTS
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Setup Review Display
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SPM WATTS
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Figure A
SETUP BUTTON
Shift
Setup
Review Display
METERS
SPM
/100M
WATTS
5:48
I05
I:25
30 45
push “setup”
to set desired
distance
Figure C
use arrows to set desired
distance, then push
“setup” to exit
Figure B
after setting your
distance, the monitor will
stay ready until you start
your workout
after completing the
distance, the monitor will
freeze so you can view
and record the data
PART 2 - Using the Vasa Kayak Ergometer
POWER METER - SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
SETTING UP A PRE-SET WORKOUT DISTANCE
You can pre-set a distance (in meters) for your workout, and the Power Meter (PM) will count down the
distance and display the total time to achieve that distance.
To set the desired distance, push the “SETUP” button while in BASIC MODE. The left most number will be
ashing (Figure A). Use the up
➞
or down
➞
arrows to change the ashing number. To move to the next
number, use the right ➞arrow.
Once you have set the desired distance, press “SETUP” to exit. The PM will then wait until you begin your
workout to start counting (Figure B).
When the pre-set distance is completed, the PM will freeze so you can record the data (Figure C). (After
5 minutes of inactivity, the PM will auto shut off.) To begin again or to reset the distance, press “SETUP”
twice.
NOTE: The PM will default to BASIC > Pace Mode. To change to BASIC > Calorie, or BASIC > Power,
press the “Display” button.
USING THE POWER METER CLOCK FOR INTERVAL TRAINING, RACE SIMULATIONS AND
TIMED PIECES
You can use the Power Meter to do interval training, race simulation and set distance workouts. Set your
desired interval distance as described above. Immediately after you have completed the rst set, press
the setup button twice (the ywheel must still be spinning). You can then watch the clock for your desired
recovery or rest period. When you are ready for the next set, press the setup button twice to begin timing
your next interval. (Of course, you can always use your own watch or pace clock to time rest periods
between intervals.)