WaterRower WRM7060, Owner'S Manual

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on becoming a WaterRower owner.
Rowing is universally recognized as the perfect aerobic exercise − smooth, low impact,
rhythmic and whole-body − unrivalled for its physiological benefits and aesthetic pleasures.
Rowing, indoors or outdoors, at any exercise level of intensity, requires a
greater exercise expenditure than any other aerobic activity. Calories are
burned in relation to the number of muscles used and the intensity and
duration of the exercise. Rowing with a sliding seat uses a very large muscle
mass since the upper, lower and trunk muscles are used vigorously.
-Dr. C Everett Koop- Former US Surgeon General
While most rowing machines imitate the action of rowing, they do so mechanically, and
therefore lack the natural dynamics experienced when a boat and crew glide down a river.
At WaterRower, we have focused on replicating the physical dynamics of rowing, with the
knowledge that this will achieve all of its physiological benefits, as well as much of the
aesthetic pleasure.
To maximize the enjoyment from using your WaterRower we recommend that you follow
our suggestions on rowing technique and training programs. We hope that some of the
discussion points in this manual will improve your knowledge about exercise in general, so
that you are better able to fulfill your specific exercise objectives.
Your WaterRower has been carefully hand-crafted to give you years of trouble-free use. You
will notice that each WaterRower is unique due to the variance in color and grain that occurs
naturally in genuine hardwood. We recommend that you closely follow the assembly details
provided, particularly by assembling the machine in the correct sequence, and adhering to
the suggested maintenance schedule.
We hope you enjoy using your WaterRower for many years to come!
OWNER’S MANUAL