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Long Term Water Treatment:
Do not use any water treatment other than the tablets supplied with this machine.
For
replacement tablets, contact your local First Degree Fitness distributor.
Water treatment schedules for the E-216 will vary according to the fluid tanks exposure to
sunlight, but expect 8-12 months near a bright, sunlit window and 2 years or more for a darker
location. At the point of finding the water slightly cloudy, add a Chlorine tablet. Remember to
wait 72 hours following the chlorine tablet before adding the blue dye as the Chlorine tablet is
extremely concentrated.
Long Term Water Treatment and Basic Operation
Dyneema Cable Drive:
The Dyneema Cable Drive system allows for simplicity, smoothness and unparalleled perform-
ance. The unique properties of Dyneema make it extremely useful in harsh environments, such
as sailing, climbing, fishing lines, body armor, etc. It is quite literally stronger than steel. The
6mm Dyneema cable used on the E-216 is rated in excess of 1,000kg.
Note: If the Dyneema cable is twisted excessively, the rowing stroke will feel lumpy. Use the
rower handle to untwist the cable to its normal operating position.
Light fraying is normal. The Dyneema may have a slight “fuzzy” appearance after a period of
use. Dyneema is extremely abrasion resistant and to some degree self-lubricating. Expect
many years of trouble free performance.
Heel Support Adjuster:
The E-216 has a unique and easy to use Heel Support Adjuster. Simply slide the Adjuster up or
down to the required position. This should place the ball of your foot directly under the horizon-
tal Foot Straps. Secure Foot Straps. The Heel Support allows the user to row without shoes if
desired.
Resistance:
The level of resistance is determined by the level indicator located on
the front of the tank. Level one indicates lightest resistance, level
sixteen represents heaviest resistance. Allow three to four strokes
after adjusting resistance handle to allow the water to move to the
correct location.
Vertical Storage:
The E-216 can easily be stored in a vertical, upright position. For safety,
choose a suitable location, such as a corner of a room. It is recommended that something soft
(such as carpet or a small towel) be placed under the upper rear of the unit to avoid marring
either the paint or Perspex cover.
It is recommended that a drop cloth be used under the fluid
tank whenever the tank is open for water treatment
CAUTION:
Important:
Do not fill past the calibration mark as indicated
on the tank level sticker or water spillage can occur. See
tank filling/water treatment page for details.
CAUTION:
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