5
Keeping the Bike in Place
Pedal the Bike Downward
The most important advice we can give you is to pedal downward. This
will keep the bike in place. See previous page for details. For even
more details, go to the following link.
www.MagneTrainer.com/HowToPedalAMiniExerciseBike.php
Extend the Adjustable Leg
For maximum stability the
Adjustable Leg
should be extended as far
out as possible. A longer base provides the best stability.
Use the Dycem® Pads
Two Dycem® pads are included with each MagneTrainer. You can
place the pads under the front feet as shown in the picture. This
helps keep the bike in place on wood floors, tables and even carpet.
Keep the Dycem pads clean. See details in the
Care and
Maintenance
section.
Note; if you pedal the bike forward you will likely damage the
Dycem® pads. Remember to
pedal downward
.
Using the Velcro
®
Tether (Optional)
The MagneTrainer™ comes with a Velcro strap that can be used to tether the bike to the chair
as shown in the picture below. The strap is made from Velcro
Loop
material.
On the back side of one end is Velcro
Hook
material.
Do I need the Tether?
Most people don’t need the tether. Pedaling the bike downward will keep it in place, even on
slick surfaces. The tether may be needed if you use a rolling chair on a smooth surface. In this
case, the tether keeps the chair from rolling away from the bike.
Installation:
1.
Place the bike in front of the chair.
2.
Sit in your chair and pedal the
bike. Your knees should be bent
about 25 degrees from fully-
extended when the pedal is
farthest away from you.
3.
Route the Velcro strap as shown in
the picture. Keep the strap as low
as possible. Stretch the loop tight
and attach the end with the
Hook
material to the
Loop
material to
make a tight loop.
4.
Pedal the bike to make sure the
distance is correct. Adjust if
necessary.
5.
With a pair of scissors, cut away
the excess Velcro strap.
Important!
Remove the tether when not using the
bike to prevent a tripping hazard!
