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PART 1 - ASSEMBLY 1.1 - VASA ERGOMETER - PARTS DESCRIPTIONS V A S A V A PART NAME ¡ 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. PART NUMBER Front Assembly ...........................VE-1 Monorail .......................................16AL-E Bench ..........................................4P Seat Carriage ...............................3-VT0796 Tether Cord .................................VE-TETHER Rear Stanchion ............................VE-2 Monitor .......
VASA ERGOMETER - PARTS LIST BOX 1 CONTENTS (measuring 36”x16”x9” ) PART NAME PART # REAR STANCHION ASSEMBLY STANDARD BENCH (or XL Bench) SEAT CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY TETHER CORDS (M, H) INSTRUCTION MANUAL HARDWARE BAG button head screw - 2 1/2” hex jam nut hex cap screw - 1” (yellow zinc) lock washer ÀDW ZDVKHU hex key allen wrench - 3/16” hex key allen wrench - 5/32” wrench - 7/16” wrench - combo 9/16” & 1/2” screwdriver VE-2 4P (XL UPGR) 3-VT0796 VE-TETHER IM (see below) 11P 18PS 14SC 14A-P 3 12A-PS 12
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STEP 4: MONORAIL INTO THE REAR STANCHION ASSEMBLY 4.1. Loosen the socket set screw on the corner of the rear stanchion head (Figure A) using the 3/16” hex key Allen wrench. 4.2. Hold the rear stanchion assembly upside down and slide the bracket over the rear section of the monorail (Figure B). 4.3 Align the holes and insert a 2 1/2” button head screw through bracket and monorail. Thread the hex jam nut on the end of bolt. Tighten to secure with a 5/32” Allen wrench and 7/16” wrench (Figure C). 4.
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KAYAK EQUIPMENT - SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONS REQUIRED If you have purchased a KAYAK ERGOMETER or KAYAK KIT, please locate the separate instruction sheet packaged with the Kayak Foot Brace (part #VE-K-FB).
STEP 7: ATTACHING PADDLES OR HANDLES TO DRIVE CORD 7.1. Choose which attachment you would like to use for your workout: swim paddles, exercise handles, kayak shaft or canoe paddle. 7.2. Take the drive cord clip (Figure A) on each end of the drive cords, and snap desired attachment into the connection loop/ring (Figure B). NOTE: The Kayak Shaft is shipped in two sections. You must pre-assemble the kayak shaft before attaching it to the drive cords. Assembly of Kayak Shaft shown below (Figure C).
PERFORMANCE MONITOR INSTALLATION OVERVIEW The following steps will walk you through the proper installation of the Performance Monitor. The “Monitor Location” section will review the various monitor locations. Select the location that will provide the best visibility for your training needs. 6WHSV FRYHU %DWWHU\ ,QVWDOODWLRQ $WWDFKLQJ WKH &DEOHV 0RQLWRU /RFDWLRQ 2SWLRQV 0RQLWRU ,QVWDOODWLRQ DQG $GMXVWPHQW Performance monitor operation will be covered in Part 2 of this manual.
STEP 10: POSITIONING THE PERFORMANCE MONITOR There are four mounting options based on the type of training you will be doing on your Vasa Ergometer. 5HYLHZ DOO WKH PRXQWLQJ RSWLRQV EHORZ WR GHFLGH ZKLFK ZLOO EH WKH EHVW ORFDWLRQ IRU \RXU VSHFL¿F WUDLQLQJ QHHGV 6SHFL¿F LQVWDOODWLRQ LQVWUXFWLRQV RQ WKH IROORZLQJ SDJHV A) SWIM - LOW MOUNT (Standard) BEST LOCATION FOR: Swimmers & Surfers. Ideal for workouts lying on the bench.
STEP 10-A: LOW POSITION MONITOR MOUNT Best viewing angle for exercises done lying on the bench. (Swim, Surf Paddling, etc.) You will be attaching the monitor to the monitor mounting stem located just above the damper door on the front ergometer assembly (Figure A). Cable wires should be coming out of cable channel above the damper door. 10A.1. First, attach the cables to the monitor as described in STEP 9. NOTE: The monitor may automatically turn ON when the cables are connected.
STEP 10-B: HIGH POSITION MONITOR MOUNT Best viewing angle for exercises done from seated or kneeling on bench. (Kayak, Canoe, Nordic Poling, Physical Therapy) You will be attaching the monitor to the L-bracket that will be mounted to the monorail (Figure A). Cable wires must be routed through the center hole located 2 inches below the monorail bracket. This will provide optimal viewing of the monitor during kayak or canoe paddling workouts. 10B.1.
STEP 10-C: MULTI-POSITION MONITOR MOUNT Best if you need to alternate between LOW and HIGH mounted positions frequently. You will be attaching the monitor with either the L-bracket that is be mounted to the monorail (see STEP 10B) or a slight variation of the lower monitor stem mount (shown in STEP 10A). The cable wires be routed through the center hole located 2 inches below the monorail bracket.
STEP 10-D: MIDDLE POSITION MONITOR MOUNT Best viewing angle for exercises done from seated or kneeling on bench. (Kayak, Canoe, Nordic Poling, Physical Therapy) CAUTION: Vasa, Inc. does not recommend this mounting location for commercial use. Inexperienced users are more likely to cause damage to the monitor by accidentally letting go of the handles/paddles during a workout which could easily hit the monitor. The monitor is not warranted against damage caused by impact of any kind.
1-3. POST ASSEMBLY SAFETY CHECKLIST Please review the steps below to assure that your Vasa Ergometer is assembled correctly and ready for safe use (check if complete). FRONT 1. ____ Button head screw and nut are assembled on front stanchion head and monorail. 2. ____ Socket set screw on front stanchion head is tightened against the monorail. REAR (CHECK IF COMPLETE) 3. ____ Button head screw and nut are assembled on rear stanchion head and monorail. 4.
1.4 - 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 customers, please call us toll-free at: 1 (800) 488-VASA International customers, please call us at:: 1 (802) 872-7101 E-Mail: info@vasatrainer.
PART 2 – USING THE VASA ERGOMETER The following sections contain guidelines and tips for using your Vasa Ergometer, the performance monitor, and adjusting the resistance. 2.1. SAFE OPERATION GETTING SAFELY ON AND OFF Getting safely on and off your Vasa Ergometer is an important part of your program. Please follow the guidelines below. CAUTION: Do not suddenly release the paddles or handles while using the Ergometer. They could strike the monitor or front assembly and cause damage or injury.
GETTING SAFELY ON AND OFF - CONTINUED OTHER POSITIONS - using handles or ankle straps SITTING FACING FORWARD KNEELING FACING FORWARD Straddle bench, then sit on bench. Bring hands into position. SITTING FACING BACKWARD Straddle bench, steady bench with knuckles as you kneel. Bring hands into position. USING ANKLE STRAPS FACING BACKWARD Straddle bench, then sit on bench. Bring hands into position. Pull drive cord, then straddle bench, attach drive cord to ankle straps, then sit on bench.
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 Ergometer. The next few pages review several areas of safety. 7KH IROORZLQJ LV D ³SUH ÀLJKW´ VDIHW\ FKHFN \RX VKRXOG GR EHIRUH XVLQJ \RXU 9DVD (UJRPHWHU DO NOT LET GO OF THE HANDLES, SWIM PADDLES OR PADDLE SHAFT while the drive cords are extended - they could hit and damage your monitor which is NOT covered under warranty.
SUPERVISING CHILDREN We recommend supervising children at all times while using the Vasa Ergometer. Please review the Safety Reminders and Getting On and Off Safely in this section with all children who will use the Vasa Ergometer. In particular, we recommend the following: 1. Children should train with or be instructed by a parent or coach whenever possible. This will help reduce the chance of injury. It also can be more motivating and fun. 2.
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DAMPER DOOR SETTINGS RELATING TO POWER AND FORCE OUTPUT At high settings (5, 6, 7) it feels like swimming against a current. At low settings (1 & 2) it feels more like swimming with a current. So if you select a setting of 1, you will have to move your arms 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 move your arms slower than your normal speed in still water to generate the same power (slower stroke rate).
2.3. VASA ERGOMETER MONITOR OPERATION The monitor 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 arm (Figure A).
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VM MONITOR - SPECIAL FUNCTIONS SETTING UP A PRE-SET WORKOUT DISTANCE You can pre-set a distance (in meters) for your workout, and the VM monitor will countdown the distance and display the total time to achieve that distance. To set the desired distance, push the “SETUP” button (you must be in BASIC MODE). The left most QXPEHU ZLOO EH ÀDVKLQJ )LJXUH $ 8VH WKH XS or down DUURZV WR FKDQJH WKH ÀDVKLQJ QXPEHU 7R move to the next number, use the right arrow.
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AUDIBLE STROKE RATE TEMPO BEEPER The VM monitor contains an audible stroke rate tempo beeper, which allows you to set a desired stroke rate (strokes per minute) and keep pace by listening to the beeper tone tempo. To set the tempo beeper, press and hold “SHIFT”, then press “TEMPO” (up arrow ) (Figure D). Set the desired stroke rate per minute using the up , down and right arrow keys. To exit, press and hold “SHIFT”, then press “TEMPO” (up arrow ).
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MONITOR - SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS AUTO START: As soon as you pull on the drive cords, the monitor will automatically turn on and begin monitoring your performance. It will automatically enter Basic Mode > Pace (see chart below). You can reset the monitor using the ON/OFF button. IMPORTANT: PLEASE REMOVE THE BATTERIES from the monitor if it will not be used for 3+ months. VIEWING OPTIONS: SWIM vs. KAYAK (p. 26): SWIM VIEW is the default viewing mode.
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PART 5 - MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE OF YOUR VASA ERGOMETER 5HJXODU PDLQWHQDQFH RI \RXU 9DVD (UJRPHWHU LV DQ LPSRUWDQW FRPSRQHQW RI \HDUV RI HQMR\DEOH IXQFWLRQDO and safe use of your machine. Maintenance requirements will vary considerably depending on how much XVH \RXU 9DVD (UJRPHWHU JHWV 3OHDVH UHDG WKH IROORZLQJ JXLGHOLQHV FDUHIXOO\ DV WKHVH UHFRPPHQGDWLRQV are made to help you maintain your Vasa Ergometer most effectively.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VASA ERGOMETER LGOHU SXOOH\ drive cord & drive cord clip front/inlet cover V A S A seat carriage (holds seat rollers) rear/outlet cover damper door tether cord rewind cassette (contains rewind shock cord) IURQW HQG DVVHPEO\ front (inlet) cover removed front cover mounting bracket monitor connection cable (part of the load cell) drive cord drive spool (black spool & white spool) load cell fan housing load cell mounting bracket rewind shock cord CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to r
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VASA ERGOMETER - MAINTENANCE DETAILS CLEAN MONORAIL - To remove dust and particles for a smoother ride of the seat carriage, and to H[WHQG WKH OLIH RI WKH VHDW FDUULDJH UROOHUV &OHDQ ZLWK PLOG VRDS ZDWHU DQG D FOHDQ UDJ GR 127 XVH abrasive detergents). Mineral spirits can be used for grease and stain spots, then wash with clean water. )RU GHHS VWDLQHV XVH D PLOG 6FRWFK%ULWH SDG Caution: Do not use an abrasive detergent to clean the the monorail.
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STATEMENT OF GUARANTEE / WARRANTY 7KH 9DVD (UJRPHWHU LV JXDUDQWHHG DJDLQVW DOO GHIHFWV LQ PDWHULDOV DQG ZRUNPDQVKLS IRU QRQ PRYLQJ SDUWV IRU DV ORQJ DV \RX RZQ \RXU PDFKLQH ZKHQ XVHG DFFRUGLQJ WR WKH LQVWUXFWLRQV LQ WKLV PDQXDO :H ZLOO UHpair or replace free of charge any non-moving part found to be defective. This guarantee is valid only when accompanied by dated proof of purchase. GUARANTEE LIMITATIONS: The Vasa, Inc.
VASA WARRANTY CLAIM FORM If you have a defective or malfunctioning part, please contact Vasa by phone or email. Next, complete this form in its entirety and send it to us along with the part you wish to have repaired or replaced.
