A7XE-04 ASCENT TRAINER SERVICE MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION . .......................................................... 1 CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 2.2 Read and Save These Instructions.............................................................................. 3 Electrical Requirements .............................................................................................. 4 CHAPTER 3: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 Recommended Cleaning Tips . ..........................
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 9.7 9.8 9.9 9.10 9.11 9.12 9.13 9.14 9.15 9.16 9.17 9.18 9.19 9.20 9.21 9.22 Front Disk Replacement ............................................................................................. 38 Front Shroud Replacement.......................................................................................... 39 Lower Control Board (LCB) Replacement...................................................................
CHAPTER 1: SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 1.
CHAPTER 1: SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 1.
CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This Ascent Trainer is intended for commercial use. To ensure your safety and protect the equipment, read all instructions before operating the MATRIX Ascent Trainer. CAUTION! If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.
CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2.2 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The Matrix Ascent Trainer can now be self powered, but it recommended that the 7xe version of the Ascent Trainer be plugged in. If the A7xe is left in self powered mode, it will take approximately 30 seconds for the screen to load prior to every workout. It is recommended that the unit be plugged in for at least 4 hours after initial installation to charge the battery prior to using the self powered feature.
CHAPTER 3: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.1 RECOMMENDED CLEANING TIPS Preventative maintenance and daily cleaning will prolong the life and look of your MATRIX Ascent Trainer. Please read and follow these tips. • P osition the equipment away from direct sunlight. The intense UV light can cause discoloration on plastics. • L ocate your equipment in an area with cool temperatures and low humidity. • Clean with a soft 100% cotton cloth.
CHAPTER 3: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.3 CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION In order to maximize life span, and minimize down time, all MATRIX equipment requires regular cleaning, and maintenance items performed on a scheduled basis. This section contains detailed instructions on how to perform these items, the frequency of which they should be done, and a check list to sign off each time service is completed for a specific machine.
CHAPTER 3: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.4 TOUCH SCREEN CARE & CLEANING TOUCH SCREEN CARE AND CLEANING * The touch screen requires very little maintenance. We recommend that you periodically clean the touch screen surface with a dry soft cloth. If necessary, we recommend the usage of Alcohol or Isopropyl Alcohol for difficult stains or sanitary purposes. * It is very important to avoid using any other chemical on the touch screen. * Always dampen the cloth and clean the screen.
CHAPTER 4: CONSOLE OVERLAY AND WORKOUT DESCRIPTION 4.1 CONSOLE DESCRIPTION The A7xe has a fully integrated touch screen display. All information required for workouts is explained on screen. Exploration of the interface is high encouraged. The information explaining how to program for various workouts will give an explanation about the contents of each screen on the machine. A7XE ENTERTAINMENT ZONE IPOD®: Will take the user directly to the iPod screen to allow for iPod control and play list selection.
CHAPTER 4: CONSOLE OVERLAY AND WORKOUT DESCRIPTION 4.2 WORKOUT SETUP STEPS To set up a workout, press the touch screen over the program you would like to use and then follow the prompts to begin your workout. GO - Press to immediately begin a workout. Workout, resistance level, and time will automatically go to default settings. Pressing GO will not prompt user for age, weight, or level settings. MANUAL - Manual allows the user to input more information while defining their own workout.
CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.1 MANAGER MODE OVERVIEW The Manager's Custom Mode allows the club owner to customize the Ascent Trainer for the club. 1) To enter Manager Mode, press ENTER, 1, 0, 0, 1, ENTER on the lower keypad. Manager Mode will appear on the display (Figure A). 2) Follow the prompts to change the desired setting. 3) Press the ENTER key once the desired setting is correct to save. 4) Press HOME to return to normal operation.
CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.2 MANAGER MODE - SERIAL NUMBER TAB A7xe-02-C or A7xe-01-C - If the unit has the old MMM board, the CSafe Model should be set for Off (even if the MMM console is replaced). MANAGER MODE About FUNCTION & DEFAULTS A7xe-03-C or A7xe-04 - If the unit has the LMM board or the unit is the new model with 1 lift motor, the CSafe Model should be set for On. DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Serial Number This option displays the serial number of the platform and console.
CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.3 MANAGER MODE - TIME TAB MANAGER MODE Time FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Maximum Time Default: 60 Minutes This option allows the club to set the maximum workout duration limits during peak and non peak hours. Maximum: 99 Minutes Minimum: 5 Minutes Default Time Default: 30 Minutes This option controls the default program time. Maxi: Max Time Min: 5 Minutes Pause Time Default: 5 Minutes This option controls the default pause time.
CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.5 MANAGER MODE - TV TAB MANAGER MODE TV FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Default Channel Default: 3 This option controls the default TV channel on start up. Channels 1-999 Default Volume Default: 5 This option controls the default TV volume on start up. Maximum: 17 Minimum: 1 Tuner Available Default: Yes This option controls the default TV function. Yes or No Setup This option is used to set the TV tuner function. Press the "-: key to enter this function.
CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.6 MANAGER MODE - LANGUAGE TAB MANAGER MODE Language LANGUAGE English FUNCTION & DEFAULTS Select default language. FLAG UNIT Mile LANGUAGE Spanish 14 MODIFIED FLAG UNIT KM LANGUAGE Chinese KM Mile German DESCRIPTIONS This option allows the user to select a flag for a specific language.
CHAPTER 5: MANAGER MODE 5.7 MANAGER MODE - OTHER TAB ENGINEERING MODE Other FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Asset Management Default: Off This option allows fitness clubs to collect workout data to a PC. On or Off Virtual Active Default: Off This option controls the Virtual Active function.
CHAPTER 6: ENGINEERING MODE 6.1 ENGINEERING MODE OVERVIEW The Engineering Mode allows the club owner to keep track of the technical settings and error history for the Ascent Trainer. 1) To enter Engineering Mode, press ENTER, 2, 0, 0, 1, ENTER on the lower keypad. Engineering Mode will appear on the display (Figure A). 2) Follow the prompts to change the desired setting. 3) Press the ENTER key once the desired setting is correct to save. 4) Press HOME to return to normal operation.
CHAPTER 6: ENGINEERING MODE 6.2 ENGINEERING MODE - CALIBRATION TAB ENGINEERING MODE Calibration FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Auto Calibration This option calibrates the elevation parameters. RPM Low Limit Charge: Default: 10 This option controls the RPM low limit to iPod charge. Range: 0 - 255 RPM Low Limit Resistance Default: 10 This option control the RPM low limit to show resistance. Range: 0 - 255 Default Incline % Default: 10% Starting incline level at each program start.
CHAPTER 6: ENGINEERING MODE 6.4 ENGINEERING MODE - ERRORS TAB ENGINEERING MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS Errors DESCRIPTIONS This option displays the error code history. MODIFIED N/A 6.5 ENGINEERING MODE - CLUBS TAB ENGINEERING MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS Clubs Default: MATRIX 18 DESCRIPTIONS This option allows the club to select a screen header from a list.
CHAPTER 6: ENGINEERING MODE 6.6 ENGINEERING MODE - CLUB ID TAB ENGINEERING MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS Club ID DESCRIPTIONS This option records the Club ID of the fitness facility. MODIFIED N/A 6.7 ENGINEERING MODE - END POINTS TAB ENGINEERING MODE End Points FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS MODIFIED Tune Incline 1 Top: Top: 2.0 Sets the maximum end incline for incline motor 1. Top: 0.1 - 25.5 Tune Incline 1 Bottom: Bottom: 2.0 Sets the minimum end incline for incline motor 1. Bottom: 0.1 - 25.
CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.1 SERVICE MODE OVERVIEW The Service Mode allows an authorized service provider to test and store information on the Ascent Trainer. 1) To enter Service Mode, press ENTER, 3, 0, 0, 1, ENTER on the lower keypad. Service Mode will appear on the display (Figure A). 2) Follow the prompts to change the desired setting. 3) Press the ENTER key once the desired setting is correct to save. 4) Press HOME to return to normal operation.
CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.2 SERVICE MODE - SETUP TAB A7xe-02 - This setting is for non-self powered frames (A5x-02-F). A7xe-03 - This setting is for self powered frames (A5x-03-F). A7xe-04 - This setting is for the new style Ascent Trainer (A5x-04-F). This setting should be used for the current model. SERVICE MODE Setup FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS Machine Type: Default: Ascent Trainer This option selects the current model.
CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.3 SERVICE MODE - TEST TAB A7xe-02 Keypad - Old keypad - Includes Quick Start Key A7xe-03 Keypad - New keypad - Does NOT Include Quick Start Key SERVICE MODE Test 22 FUNCTION & DEFAULTS DESCRIPTIONS Keypad This option is for a keypad test. Touch Calibration This option starts a touch calibration. Follow the cross mark moving across the screen and touch. After testing 5 positions, touch the center to exit the test.
CHAPTER 7: SERVICE MODE 7.4 SERVICE MODE - LOG TAB SERVICE MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS Log DESCRIPTIONS This option allows the club to record key components replacement history. 7.5 SERVICE MODE - DATE & TIME TAB SERVICE MODE FUNCTION & DEFAULTS Date & Time DESCRIPTIONS This option sets the current date and time of the machine.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.2 LCB ERROR INDICATORS LED LED DESCRIPTION LED DESCRIPTION LED 4 PULSES / SECOND DESCRIPTION 2 times Set for Self Powered System 1 time Set for AC Plug In System 2 times Class B Error 1 time Burn In 0.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.3 CONSOLE ERROR CODES CODE 28 DESCRIPTION SOLUTION 0x0140 When the UCB implements an incline command, the incline has no action for 5 seconds. Replace the Incline Motor or LCB. 0x0142 The incline position has a difference of over 30% and is not reduced within 3 seconds. Look for misalignment of the Incline Motor, replace if needed. 0x0145 Self powered units only - incline stops when the LCB battery capacity is too low or the RPMs are not high enough (<70 RPM).
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.4 ERROR CODE TROUBLESHOOTING - 0140 / 01B2 ERROR CODE 0140 or 01B2 1) SYMPTOM: a. 0140 - Incline motor operation has failed. b. 01B2 - The incline motor has no action or current. 2) SOLUTION: a. Run Auto Calibration (see Section 4.8), then check the LCB LEDs. If the incline LED is not a solid light (only one LED will show a solid light at a time), replace the LCB (Figure A). b. If the LCB incline LEDs are solid, use a multi meter to check the fuses.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.5 ERROR CODE TROUBLESHOOTING - 01A0 ERROR CODE 01A0 1) SYMPTOM: a. 01A0 - Incline motor disconnected. 2) SOLUTION: a. b. c. d. Check the Machine Type in Service Mode. Check the connection of the incline motor at the LCB. Run auto calibration (see Section 4.8). If auto calibration fails, re-enter Engineering Mode and again go to Calibration.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.6 TROUBLESHOOTING - NO POWER TO THE CONSOLE NO POWER TO THE CONSOLE 1) SYMPTOM: a. The unit is not getting power from the outlet. b. The LCB is not getting power from the power receptacle. c & d. The LCB LEDs are lit, but there is no power to the console. 2) SOLUTION: a. Remove the front disk and check to see if LED15 is lit on the LCB. If it is not, verify power at the outlet. If the outlet is not outputting 120V, check the fitness room power.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.7 TROUBLESHOOTING - HEART RATE ISSUES HEART RATE ISSUES 1) SYMPTOM: a. The display is stuck on heart rate. b. Erratic heart rate. c. No heart rate. 2) SOLUTION: a. If the display is stuck on heart rate, it is normally due to lighting in the workout area. - Change the lighting in the immediate area of the Ascent Trainer. - Try moving the Ascent Trainer to a different area in the facility. - Make sure that nobody is using a telemetric heart rate strap / watch in the area. b.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.8 TROUBLESHOOTING - DISPLAY COLOR ISSUES DISPLAY COLOR ISSUES 1) SYMPTOM: a. The display colors are off or there are a rainbow of colors on the screen. 2) SOLUTION: a. Check the console cable connections at the LCB and console. b. check the LED display wire connection (Figure A). - This wire connection should be taped in place. Add tape if needed. - This wire should be tie strapped to the frame (Figure B). Add a tie strap if needed.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.9 TV TROUBLESHOOTING - OVERVIEW Sections 8.9 - 8.12 will assist with diagnosing problems with TV and entertainment related equipment sold by Matrix FItness Equipment. The Matrix A7xe-04 Ascent Trainer includes an integrated TV that shows in the large display window. The TV is capable of being shown as a 7" or 15" screen (Figures A & B). The console should be equipped with an entertainment keypad similar to Figure C.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.10 TV TROUBLESHOOTING - PICTURE FUZZY OR UNCLEAR 1) For a fuzzy or unclear picture, see the TV programming instructions in Section 10. If the TV is still fuzzy or unclear after programming: a) Check the coax connection at the entertainment port (Figure A). b) Remove the 5 screws holding the console to the console mast and check the coax connection at the console (Figure B).
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.11 TV TROUBLESHOOTING - TV WILL NOT TURN ON 1) Remove the console back and check the electrical connections for the TV (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 2) After you have verified that all connects are secure, and the problem still persists, verify power at the outlet (Figure C). If the outlet is not outputting 120V, check the fitness room power. 3) If internal electrical connections are good, and the outlet is outputting 120V, the issue is likely with the TV.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 8.12 TV TROUBLESHOOTING - ENTERTAINMENT KEYPAD ISSUES ENTERTAINMENT KEYPAD IS NOT WORKING 1) SYMPTOM: a. The entertainment keypad (Figure A) is not responding. 2) SOLUTION: a. Remove the console and check the connection of the entertainment keypad (Figure B). b. If the entertainment keypad cable is pinched, kinked, or cut replace the keypad. c. If replacing the keypad does not resolve the issue, replace the console.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.1 FRONT DISK REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the center cover by turning it counter clockwise (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 2) Remove the 3 screws holding the disk to the axle (Figure C). 3) Remove the disk (Figure D). FIGURE C FIGURE D 4) Reverse Steps 1-3 to install a new disk. NOTE: The 3 screws removed in Step 2 should be torqued to 25 N-m.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.2 FRONT SHROUD REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the link arm and pedal arm plastic caps (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 2) Detach the dual action handlebar from the link arm (Figure C). 3) Secure the handlebar so that it is out of the way (Figure D). FIGURE C FIGURE D 4) Remove the front disks as outlined in Section 9.1. 5) Detach the pedal arm from the crank bearing assembly (Figure E).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.2 FRONT SHROUD REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 7) Pull out the rubber tray from the cup holder plastic (figure G). 8) Remove the 2 screws to disassemble the cup holder plastic and remove it from the unit (Figure H). FIGURE G FIGURE H 9) Remove the 2 screws to disassemble and remove the middle stabilizer sweat cover (Figures I & J).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.2 FRONT SHROUD REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 12) Remove the 9 screws to detach the front shrouds from the frame (or each other) (Figure M). 13) Turn the crank to the slotted portion of the shroud (Figure N). FIGURE M FIGURE N 14) Remove the front shrouds for frame access (Figures O & P). FIGURE O FIGURE P 15) Reverse Steps 1-14 to install new shrouds. NOTE: The bolt / nut removed in Step 5 should be torqued to 70 N-m.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.3 LOWER CONTROL BOARD REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove both front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Disconnect all wires from the LCB (Figure A). FIGURE A 4) Remove the 2 screws holding the LCB to the frame (Figure B). FIGURE B 6) Reverse Steps 1-4 to install a new LCB. 7) Test the Ascent Trainer for function as outlined in Section 9.22.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.4 GENERATOR REPLACEMENT 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Turn off power and disconnect the cord from the machine. R emove the front disks as outlined in Section 9.1. Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 9.2. Cut the cable tie holding the cable to the frame (Figure A). Unplug the power cable connector of the generator (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 6) Loosen the nut holding the generator to the frame (Figure C).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.4 GENERATOR REPLACEMENT – CONTINUED 8) Remove the nut from the other side of the generator bracket (Figure E). 9) Loosen and remove the generator belt (Figure F). FIGURE E FIGURE F 10) Remove the generator from the frame. 11) Reverse Steps 1-10 to install a new generator. Re-install the belts as outlined in Section 9.5. NOTE: The 3 screws removed in Step 7 should be torqued to 8 N-m and the nut from Step 8 to 40 N-m.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.5 GENERATOR BELT REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 9.2. 4) Remove the generator as outlined in Section 9.4. 5) To install a new belt, first put the belt installation tool on the pulley (Figure A). FIGURE A 6) Put the new belt on the installation tool (Figure B).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.6 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Loosen the belt tension bolt on the left side of the tension pulley and rotate the pulley counter-clockwise until there is enough slack in the belt to remove it (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 4) Install the replacement belt and reverse necessary steps to secure the assembly until the belt is tight.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.7 PULLEY AXLE SET REPLACEMENT 1) 2) 3) 4) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. Remove both front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. Loosen the belt tension bolt on the right side until there is enough slack to remove the drive belt (Figure A). On the right side of the frame, remove the retaining clip that holds the pulley axle bearing into the frame (Figure B).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.8 DRIVE AXLE SET REPLACEMENT NOTE: A Matrix special tool is needed to correctly replace a drive axle. Order part # 0000094817 from Matrix CTS at 866-693-4863 ext 3. 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Remove both belts as outlined in Sections 9.5 & 9.6.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.8 DRIVE AXLE SET REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 10) The drive axle should have come with an iron plate installed (Figure G). 11) Assemble the Matrix tool as shown in Figure H. FIGURE G FIGURE H 12) Slide the drive axle assembly into the frame from the right side. Install the bearing cap portion of the tool into the left side of the frame (Figure I). 13) Mount the other tool from Figure H behind the bearing cap portion of the tool.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.8 DRIVE AXLE SET REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 16) Turn the nut until the iron plate is close to the frame on the right side (Figure M). 17) Remove the tools, then insert the bearing into the hole in the frame on the left side (Figure N). FIGURE M FIGURE N 18) Again use the M10 x 65L screw with a washer and a nut to attach the tool to the drive axle (Figure O). 19) Turn the screw at least 4 full revolutions into the drive axle.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.8 DRIVE AXLE SET REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 22) Use a screwdriver to remove the iron plate from the drive axle (Figures S & T). FIGURE S FIGURE T 23) Re-install the belts as outlined in Sections 9.5 and 9.6. 24) Test the Ascent Trainer as outlined in Section 9.22.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.9 CRANK REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks from the machine as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Remove the screw from the crank (Figure A). 4) Insert an M10 screw (should be at least 40 long) into the crank hole. Then turn the screw until the crank can be separated from the axle (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 5) Install the replacement crank.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.10 CONSOLE REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) R emove the 5 screws that hold the console to the top of the console mast (Figure A). 3) Disconnect the console cable and other wiring and remove the console (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 4) Remove the 5 screws that hold the mounting plate to the console (Figure C). FIGURE C 5) Attach the mounting plate to the new console. 6) Connect the wire connections to the new console.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.11 CONSOLE OVERLAYS & KEYPADS REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the console as outlined in Section 9.10. 2) Remove the back cover of the console (Figure A). 3) Unplug and remove the faulty overlay (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 4) Clean the console area with alcohol to remove any left over adhesive (Figure C). 5) Peel part of the protective film from the back of the overlay / keypad (Figure D).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.11 CONSOLE KEYPAD / OVERLAY REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 6) Push the overlay / keypad ribbon cable through the hole in the console and plug it in (Figure E). 7) Match the overlay / keypad to the cutout in the console (Figure F). FIGURE E FIGURE F 7) Press down on the corners of the overlay / keypad to keep it in place. Then remove the protective film (Figure G). 8) Once the overlay / keypad is in the correct position, press down on it to adhere it in positions (Figure H).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.12 CONSOLE MAST HANDLEBAR REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the 4 bolts that hold the handlebar to the console mast (Figure A). FIGURE A 4) Pull the handlebar away from the console mast to expose the HR grip wiring (Figure B). 5) Carefully remove the wires from inside the console mast until the connectors on the ends come free and disconnect (Figure C).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.13 INCLINE MOTOR REPLACEMENT 1) Turn off the power and disconnect the cord from the machine. 2) Remove the front disks as outlined in Section 9.1. 3) Complete Steps 6-8 and 10 from Section 9.2 to remove the cupholder and top shrouds from the unit (the main side shrouds do not need to be removed). 4) Disconnect the incline motor ground wire from the frame and disconnect the incline motor power wire (Figures A & B).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.13 INCLINE MOTOR REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 7) While the incline motor is out, the carriage rollers should be checked. Turn the rollers. The rollers should turn smoothly with only a small amount of friction (Figure E). 8) If the rollers need to be adjusted, loosen the horizontal bolts simultaneously first, then adjust the roller friction by adjusting the vertical screws simultaneously (Figure F). FIGURE E FIGURE F 9) Prepare the new incline motor for installation.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.13 INCLINE MOTOR REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED 10) Plug in the power wire of the new incline motor (with the motor still outside the unit). Plug in the unit. Press ENTER, 3, 0, 0, 1, ENTER to go to Service Mode. Scroll with the LEVEL UP or DOWN keys until Service 6 is displayed. Press ENTER to start Auto Calibration. 11) Turn off power immediately when the new motor has been driven to the limit switch at the TOP of the incline range during Auto Calibration.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.14 DUAL ACTION HANDLEBAR REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the plastic cover where the dual action handlebar meets the link arm (Figure A). 2) Remove the bolt and bushings where the dual action handlebar and the link arm meet (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Remove the two bolts that hold on the pivot cap and remove the cap (Figure C). 4) Unplug and separate the heart rate connector exposed once the pivot cap is removed.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.15 FOOT PEDALS REPLACEMENT 1) P ull up on and remove the rubber portion of the pedal (Figure A). 2) Remove the 4 screws that hold the plastic pedal to the foot plate (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Remove the plastic foot pedal (Figure C). FIGURE C 4) Clean the foot plate to remove any rubber or debris. 5) Reverse Steps 1-4 to install a new foot pedal. 6) Test the Ascent Trainer as outlined in Section 9.22.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.16 PEDAL ARM REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the plastic cover where the pedal arm attaches to the crank (Figure A). 2) Disconnect the pedal arm from the crank (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Remove the plastic cap from the swing arm (Figure C). 4) Remove the bolt that holds the pedal and swing arms together (Figure D). FIGURE C FIGURE D 5) The swing arm can now be separate from the pedal arm (Figure E).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.17 LINK ARM REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the plastic cover where the dual action handlebar meets the link arm (Figure A). 2) Remove the bolt and bushings where the dual action handlebar meets the link arm (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Remove the bolt that holds the link arm to the pedal arm and remove the link arm (Figure C). FIGURE C 4) Reverse Steps 1-3 to install a new link arm. 5) Test the Ascent Trainer for function as outlined in Section 9.22.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.18 SWING ARM REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the bolt from the upper pivot joint on the swing arm (Figure A). 2) Remove the plastic cap from the swing arm (Figure B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 3) Remove the bolt that holds the swing arm to the pedal arm (Figure C). 4) Take the bolt removed in Step 1 and turn it into the shaft (Figure D).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.19 VERTICAL STABILIZER ARM REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the bolt that holds the vertical stabilizer arm to the frame (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 2) Remove the bolt from the upper pivot joint of the vertical stabilizer arm (Figure C). 3) Remove the vertical stabilizer arm (Figure D). FIGURE C FIGURE D 4) Reverse Steps 1-3 to install a vertical stabilizer arm. NOTE: Tighten the bolt removed in Step 2 to 80 N-m torque.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.20 INCLINE ARM COVER REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the screw that holds the plastic cover on the arm (Figures A & B). FIGURE A FIGURE B 2) Remove the incline arm cover (Figure C). FIGURE C 3) Reverse Steps 1-2 to install a new incline arm.
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.21 HANDLEBAR SERVICE 1) All items on the handlebar are removed using a Phillips screwdriver from the underside of the bar. 2) Once the screws are removed, lift the part carefully, then disconnect any wire connections to fully remove the part. This includes any resistance & elevation buttons and heart rate grip plates (Figures A - D).
CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE 9.22 TESTING THE ASCENT TRAINER ONCE THE UNIT OR REPLACEMENT PART IS FULLY INSTALLED AND ASSEMBLED AND PROPERLY PLACED ON THE FLOOR, USE THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS TO TEST THE MACHINE: 1) Enter Service Mode (ENTER, 3, 0, 0, 1, ENTER) and input the serial number of the console. Also set the Machine Type (See Section 7.2) and Keypad (See Section 7.3) and verify that the Date and Time are correct (See Section 7.5).
CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.1 ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS FEATURES Stride Length 20-24" Incline Range 24% - 54% (15° range) Contact and Telemetric Heart Rate Sensors Yes Cushioned Footpads Yes - Premium Q-Factor 2.5" Handlebar Design Multi-position dual action and ergo bend stationary.
CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.2 ASSEMBLY HARDWARE QUANTITY 70 SKETCH DESCRIPTION PACKAGE COLOR 4 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW (M10 X 1.5P X 25L) 10.9 GRADE MINIMUM RED (2 BAGS) 4 FLAT WASHER (10.2 X 20 X 2.0T) RED (2 BAGS) 1 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW (M10 X 1.5P X 100L) 12.9 GRADE MINIMUM GREEN 2 FLAT WASHER (10.2 X 20 X 2.0T) GREEN 1 HEX NUT (M10) 10.9 GRADE MINIMUM GREEN 5 SCREW (M5 X 0.8P X 10L) YELLOW 2 SCREW (M5 X 0.
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CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.3 ASCENT TRAINER ASSEMBLY STEPS - CONTINUED STEP 4 - GREEN / YELLOW HARDWARE BAG Torque this bolt to 80 N-m.
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CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.
CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.
CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.
CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.
CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.
CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.4 STABILIZING THE ASCENT TRAINER STABILIZING THE MATRIX A7XE-04 ASCENT TRAINER The Matrix Ascent Trainer should be level for optimum use. Once you have placed your unit where you intend to use it, raise or lower one or both of the adjustable levelers located on the bottom of the frame. Use a 6mm Allen wrench through the access hole at the rear hinge joint on both sides (Figure A).
CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.5 TV PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS Once the cardio equipment has been installed, and proper power and cable wiring is provided, The Television must be programmed to the club's channels and settings. Auto Scan - An auto scan will search for channel signals from the coax cable. It will tune in all channels that provide a signal. 1. Press ENTER, 1, 0, 0, 1, ENTER on the number keypad to enter Manager Mode. 2. Press TV on the display (Figure A). 3.
CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.5 TV PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED Auto Scan (continued): 9. If the channels are not coming in clearly after a channel scan (or if only some channels come in), follow Steps 4-7 to enter the Auto Scan sub-menu. Use the VOLUME UP or DOWN keys to change the Cable System to match the club's incoming frequency (Figure G), then re-run Auto Scan. 10.
CHAPTER 10: ASCENT TRAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY GUIDE 10.5 TV PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED Closed Caption - Clubs will vary on whether they request the closed caption to be turned off or on. Please discuss this option with the club manager prior to adjusting this setting. 1. Press ENTER, 1, 0, 0, 1, ENTER on the number keypad to enter Manager Mode. 2. Press TV on the display (Figure K). 3. Press SETUP on the display (Figure L). A TV will appear. FIGURE K FIGURE L 4.
CHAPTER 11: SOFTWARE UPGRADE PROCEDURE 11.1 SOFTWARE UPGRADE PROCEDURE * An AC power cord is required to update software in the field. Plug in the unit prior to beginning the update procedure. ** All plug ins must be removed prior to updating software (for example, no IPod can be connected). Do not use the console while an update is in process. *** If VA is installed on the console, wait until the Virtual Active icon on the standard display picture turns red prior to updating the software.
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