USER GUIDE FR-316 VX-2
Safety Safety Information • Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE operation manual and ALL instructions. The Rower is intended for use solely in the manner described in this manual. • UNDERSTANDING EACH AND EVERY WARNING TO THE FULLEST IS IMPORTANT • As with any piece of fitness equipment, consult a physician before beginning your Rower exercise program.
Safety Proper Usage • Do not use any equipment in any way other than designed or intended by the manufacturer. It is imperative that FIRST DEGREE FITNESS equipment is used properly to avoid injury. • Injuries may result if exercising improperly or excessively. It is recommended that all individuals consult a physician prior to commencing an exercise program. If at any time during exercise you feel faint, dizzy or experience pain, STOP EXERCISING and consult your physician.
Contents Assembly - FR-E316 ................................................................ 5 FR-E316 / S6 Box 1 & 2 Contents .................................................. 6 Assembly - VX-2 .............................................................................. 7 VX-2 Box 1 & 2 Contents .............................................................8 Assembly Instructions - FR-E316 ................................................9 Assembly Instructions - VX-3 .....................................
Assembly - FR-E316 Product Specifications Product Class: SC Braking System: Speed Independent Product Net Weight: 50kg (110.23lb ) Product Gross Weight: 60kg (132.28lb ) Minimum Safe Operating Surface Area: 332cm ( 130.71” ) Length x 201cm ( 79.13” ) Width Dimensions: 2120mm ( 83.46” ) Length x 810mm ( 31.89” ) Width x 1015mm ( 39.
FR-E316 / S6 Box 1 & 2 Contents Box 1 Contents Item Qty. Box 2 Contents Description Item Qty.
Assembly - VX-2 Product Specifications Product Class: SC Braking System: Speed Independent Product Net Weight: 49.5kg (109.13lb ) Product Gross Weight: 60.4kg (130.95lb ) Minimum Safe Operating Surface Area: 3250mm ( 127.95” ) Length x 2010mm ( 79.13” ) Width Dimensions: 2050mm ( 80.71” ) Length x 810mm ( 31.89” ) Width x 1005mm ( 39.
VX-2 Box 1 & 2 Contents Box 1 Contents Item Qty. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Box 2 Contents Description Item Qty. 1 Upper Mainframe 2 Left/Right Seat Rail 1 Lower Mainframe 1 Frame Tension Cable 1 Footplate 1 Rower Seat 1 Rear Leg 1 S-Bend 1 Multi-Tool 12 M6x20mm Bolt 1 M10x40mm Bolt 8 M10x47.
Assembly Instructions - FR-316 STEP 1 Installing the Rower Monitor REQUIRED M10x60 Bolt M10 Dome Nut a) Remove M10x60 Bolt and M10 Dome Nut. b) Attach the Rower Monitor to the Computer Stalk using the M10x60 Bolt and M10 Dome Nut. CAUTION Do not over tighten. The Monitor needs to be adjustable for different viewing angles. M10x60 Bolt M10 Dome Nut c) Locate the Heart Rate and Speed Sensor Wires as shown. d) Connect the Heart Rate and Sensor Wires.
Assembly Instructions - FR-316 STEP 2 Attaching Upper/Lower Frame—FR-E316 / S6 REQUIRED Mainframe 1[1] a) Transport Wheels [3] 2 x M10x35mm Bolt Remove contents from box, and lay Upper Mainframe[1] on its back. Tilt slightly to one side and allow Transport Wheels[3] to drop into position. Secure with M8x35mm Bolts and M8 Washer. Repeat on opposite side.
Assembly Instructions - FR-316 STEP 3 Attaching Footplate and Seat Rails—FR-E316 / S6 REQUIRED a) M10x180mm Bolt [13] Attach the Footplate to the Mainframe (M10x180mm Bolt[13], M10 Nyloc Nut[17] and 2x M10 Washers[16]). 2 x M10 Washer [16] M10 Nyloc Nut [17] M10 Nyloc Nut CAUTION The Footplate is heavy, FDF recommends two people for this section of assembly. M10 Washer M10x180mm Bolt M10 Washer Note: Once Footplate is secured, the assembly can be continued from this position for added stability.
Assembly Instructions – FR-316 STEP 4 REQUIRED Assemble Rower Seat a) 3 Rower Seat 4 x M6x20mm Bolts [9] 9 Install the Rower Seat onto the Rower Frame using 4 x M6x20mm Bolts[9] and 4 x M6 Washers[14]. 6 4 x M6 Washers [14] M6x20mm Bolt Rower Seat Rower Seat Frame M6 Washer Note: Finished rower seat must be mounted exactly as shown, resembling shape of the letter ‘Z’. CAUTION The rower seat[6] is heavy.
Assembly Instructions- FR-316 STEP 5 REQUIRED Install Rear Leg a) 3 Rear Leg [7] 9 Mount the Rear Leg[7] onto the Seat Rails[2] and secure as shown. 4 x M6x20mm Bolts [9] 6 4 x M10x47.5mm Bolts [10] Rear Leg 4 x M6 Washers [14] 4 x M10 Washers [16] b) Install all M10x47.5mm Bolts[10] and M10 Washers [16] first from the outside to hold the Rear Leg[7] in position. c) Secure the Rear Leg from the inside with the M6x20mm Bolts[9] and M6 Washers[14].
Assembly Instructions – FR-316 STEP 6 Installing S-Bend and Frame Tensioning Bolt —FR-E316 / S6 REQUIRED a) S-Bend [8] M10x80mm Bolt [11] b) 2 x M10 Washers [16] M10 Nyloc Nut [17] c) M10 Washer M10x80mm Bolt a) M10 Nyloc Nut a) Carefully lower the rower to its normal operating position to complete assembly with S-Bend installation and Frame Tensioning Bolt. Install rear of S-Bend[8] onto the Upper Frame using M10x80mm Bolt[11], M10 Nyloc Nut[17] and 2x M10 Washers[16].
Assembly Instructions - VX-2 STEP 1 Attaching Upper/Lower Frame—VX-2 REQUIRED Upper Mainframe [1] 1 a) Lower Frame [3] 2 M10x65mm Bolt [13] 2 x M10x140 Bolts [15] 12 M10 Washer [20] 2 x M10 Curved Washers [21] Open box and remove contents. Lie Upper Frame[1] on it’s back as shown here. In the bolt pack, locate 2 x M10x140mm Bolts[15] and M10 Curved Washers[21] along with M10x65mm Bolt[13] and M10 Washer[20].
Assembly Instructions - VX-2 STEP 2 Attaching Footplate to Mainframe—VX-2 REQUIRED Mainframe 1[1] Footplate [5] 2 2 x M10x170mm Bolts [16] 2 x M10 Nyloc Nuts [17] 12 4 x M10 Washer [20] Using 2 x M10x170mm Bolts[16], 4 x M10 Washers[20] and 2 x M10 Nyloc Nuts[17], attach the Footplate[5] to the Mainframe[1] of the rower as shown. Note: Tighten bolts securely before moving on to next stage of assembly. WARNING Do not attempt to stand rower until both Footplate and Seat Rails are attached.
Assembly Instructions - VX-2 STEP 3 Attaching Seat Rails to Mainframe—VX-2 REQUIRED Left/Right Seat Rail [2] 4 x M6x20mm Bolts [10] Install Left/Right Seat Rail[2] onto Footplate/Mainframe Assembly using 4 x M10x47.5mm Bolts[12] (no washers) and 4 x M6x20mm Bolts[10] with M6 Washers[18]. 4 x M10x47.5mm Bolts [12] 4 x M6 Washer [18] CAUTION The front of the Seat Rails have potentially sharp edges. Use care when handling. Install the right Seat Rail. Tip: Install both M10x47.
Assembly Instructions – VX-2 STEP 3 REQUIRED Assemble Rower Seat a) 3 Rower Seat [6] 9 4 x M6x20mm Bolts [10] 6 4 x M6 Washers [18] Install the Rower Seat[6] onto the rower frame using 4 x M6x20mm Bolts[10] and 4 x M6 Washers[18] the seat indentation must be facing towards the rear of machine. M6x20mm bolt Rower Seat Rower Seat Frame CAUTION The Rower Seat[6] is heavy. Use both hands and keep fingers clear of the rower channels when guiding the seat down the seat rails.
Assembly Instructions – VX-2 STEP 4 REQUIRED Rear Leg [7] Install Rear Leg a) 3 9 Mount the Rear Leg[7] onto the Seat Rails and secure as shown. 4 x M6x20mm Bolts [10] 6 4 x M10x47.5mm Bolts [12] 4 x M6 Washers [18] Rear Leg 4 x M10 Washers [20] b) Install all M10x47.5mm Bolts[12] and M10 Washers [20] first from the outside to hold the Rear Leg [7] in position. M10 x 47.5mm Bolt M10 Washer c) Secure the Rear Leg from the inside with the M6x20mm Bolts[10] and M6 Washers[18].
Assembly Instructions – VX-2 STEP 6 Installing S-Bend and Frame Tensioning Bolt - VX-2 REQUIRED Frame Tension Cable[4] a) S-Bend [8] M10x40mm Bolt [11] M10x80mm Bolt [14] b) 2 x M10 Nyloc Nut [17] 4 x M10 Plastic Washers [19] 2 x M10 Washers [20] a) c) d) b) a) Carefully lower the Rower to its normal operating position to complete assembly with S-bend installation and Frame Tension Cable.
Operation Instructions Tank Filling and Water Treatment REQUIRED Fill tank as shown left. Use the yellow plug only for filling. Siphon [25] Fill with adjuster handle at level 16 only. CAUTION Use a drop cloth under the tank when filling to avoid damage floor or carpet. Siphon valve Do not fill past the calibration mark as indicated on the tank level sticker or water spillage may occur. a) Filling requires a large bucket (not supplied) and the Fluid Rower Siphon (included).
Operation Instructions Long Term Water Treatment and Basic Operation CAUTION: Do not fill past the calibration mark as indicated on the tank level sticker or water spillage may occur. See Tank Filling and Water Treatment page for details. Long Term Water Treatment: Do not use any water treatment other than the tablets supplied with this unit. For replacement tablets, contact your local First Degree Fitness distributor.
Operation Instructions Adjust Footplates The Slider Footplate accommodates most foot sizes, and is designed to keep your feet securely in place as you row. TO ADJUST: Lift the top of the footplate from the mounting peg and slide vertically between 1-6 to suit your foot length. Secure by hooking the footplate back onto the mounting peg and pushing down firmly to lock it into position. Place feet on the foot plates and tighten the foot straps to ensure your feet sit firmly against the heel captures.
Operation Instructions Start Rowing There are six phases to completing a rowing stroke 1. Sit with straight legs and back, leaning forward slightly at the hips with arms out straight and hands level with the lower ribs. Swing back. 2. Legs and back straight, leaning slightly forward from the hips, arms out in front. Lean and slide forward. Note: Hands should now be around your knees, keeping legs straight. 3. Legs come forward, aiming to get the shins vertical.
Using the First Degree Fitness USB Interface Description: The USB connectivity now built in to all new models of FDF Console and IPM allow you to enhance your exercise experience by connecting to your home PC or Laptop. Using FDF's own sample applications you can exercise while enjoying your favorite movies. NetAthlon 2 XF for Rowers lets you race with other Internet connected rowers in a Virtual Reality 3D environment or train solo. Setting Up USB connectivity 1.
Maintenance All preventive maintenance activities must be performed on a regular basis. Performing routine preventive maintenance actions can aid in providing safe, trouble-free operation of all First degree fitness equipment. First degree fitness is not responsible for performing regular inspection and maintenance actions for your machines. Instruct all personnel in equipment inspection and maintenance actions and also in accident reporting and recording.
Troubleshooting Fault Probable Cause Solution Water changes color or becomes cloudy. Rower is in direct sunlight or has not had water treatment. Change rower location to reduce direct exposure to sunlight. Add water treatment or change tank water as directed in the water treatment section of this manual. Consider using distilled water to refill tank. Rowing stroke return is too light. Bungee not under enough tension. Open rear Perspex cover, cut bungee tie wrap .
Replacing the Rower Bungee Shock Cord 1. Remove the Perspex Cover from rear of upper frame. Disconnect sensor lead before removing cover completely. 4. Next, remove the Magnetic Ring. To loosen the Rear Mainshaft Bolt holding the magnetic ring in place, it is necessary to keep the Mainshaft and impeller assembly from turning with the bolt.
Replacing the Rower Bungee Shock Cord 5. After removing the Magnetic Ring and the C-Clip, the Bungee Cord will be accessible. Remove the Belt/Bungee Pulley off the shaft, pull the Bungee Cord through the Belt/Bungee Pulley and remove. Thread new Bungee Cord through and pull until knotted end is held securely in the slot. 7. Lower left front to upper left front Pulley. Hint: Keep a slight tension on the Bungee Cord when threading through the Bungee Pulleys. Caution: Do not loosen the Belt.
Replacing the Rower Bungee Shock Cord 10. Upper rear right to lower rear right and left rear Pulleys. 11. Lower left rear to upper left rear Pulley. 12. Upper left rear Pulley to tie off point. Finish the Bungee rewrap by tying off the Bungee. You may elect to not use a tie wrap as the metal tab is designed as a stand alone attachment point. Thread the Bungee through to desired tension and thread the Bungee end through the upper hole as shown. 13.
International Warranty FULL COMMERCIAL USE This product is designed and constructed for use in any Health Club / Fitness Studio application. First Degree Fitness Limited warrants that the Fluid Rower E316, S6 Laguna and Vortex VX-2 (model FR-E316 & S6 & VX-2), purchased from an authorised agent and in its undamaged original packaging, is free from defects in materials and workmanship.
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