ADVICE FOR THE DISPOSAL
For a proper disposal of the batteries, you can find special disposal containers in specialized battery
shops as well as in municipal collecting facilities. Batteries do not belong to household waste! If you
want to dispose of the products, dispose it according to the actual regulations. Refer to your municipal
institution for further informations.
SOLVING PROBLEMS
Problem
Solution
The foot pedals appear to
This temporary lock-up problem is usually a result of the unit being used
be stuck in place or are
continuously for an extend period of time. The stepping resistance
difficult to move.
produces heat which causes the internal disc to become sluggish. To
unlock the pedals, place the resistance lever in the FAST position. While
holding onto a doorframe or chair to secure your balance, use one foot
to tap hard on higher pedal to unlock the internal resistance disc.
Pedal resistance seems
Move the resistance level to “Fast” position. Alternatively your unit may
to be too high.
require additional grease. Additionally the resistance system of the
stepper can be slightly adjusted from its original settings. T0 do this
gently turn your unit and lay it on its back. See the resistance bolt found
on the bottom of the unit and place the resistance lever in the “Fast”
position and loosen this bolt one full turn counter-clockwise. Turn your
unit over and move the resistance lever from the fast to the slow and
back again to the fast position. Then grasp the pedals and gently move
them from side to side. The unit's resistance has now been set to a lower
level.
The stepper squeals or
Make sure all screws and bolts are securely fastened. Also a small
makes noise.
amount of lubricant such as WD-40 can be added to reduce friction and
noise. Areas to lubricate are the bushings as well a the sprocket area.
CAUTION: always wipe off excess lubricant so as not to damage or stain
carpets and floor coverings. Never spray lubricant on your stepper
directly after use when resistance mechanism could be hot.
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