LifeCore Fitness LC-R88 Rower User's Product Manual

User’s Product Manual

LifeCore LC-R88 Rower

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the R88 Rower. This product has been designed and
manufactured to meet the needs and requirements of domestic use.

By Choosing your R88 Rower, you have made a wise decision that will improve the health of you
and your family. Being fit and healthy will improve your energy level and your quality of life.

Cardiovascular training is vital for all ages and the R88 provides a more effective workout, producing
better results, and will encourage you to reach your fitness goals and maintain the body you have
always wanted.

In order to make your experience with LifeCore the best it can be, please review the enclosed user’s
manual prior to assembly and first use. Be sure to keep the instructions for reference and/or
maintenance.

We also offer a complete line of fitness equipment; please take a moment to review our other
excellent products at www.lifecorefitness.com. Should you have any questions, please contact us.
Your feedback and ideas about your experience with LifeCore are also very important to us. Write to
us at:

LifeCore Fitness Inc.

2575 Pioneer Ave. Suite 101
Vista, CA 92081

We wish you lots of success and fun while training!

Purchaser’s Reference Information

Please send in the attached warranty card and a copy of the original receipt or register online
at www.lifecorefitness.com within (10) days of purchase to register your product with
LifeCore Fitness.

Serial Number is located on the frame

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Table of Contents

Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………..
Purchaser’s Reference Information ………………………………………………………………

Table of Contents………………………………………………………………………….…........

Safety instructions and Warnings…………………………………………………………………
Assembly Instructions.……………………………………………………………………………..

Getting Started ……………………………………………………………………………………..

Setting Up Your Rower ……………………………………………………………………..........

Correct Rowing Guide ………………………………………………………………………........

Console Operation Instructions …………………………………………………………………
Adjusting the Resistance …………………………………………………………………..……..

Care and Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………….
Warranty Card……………………………………………………………………………………….

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Safety Instructions & Warnings

The R88 Rower is designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all domestic and international
safety standards. However, certain precautions need to be followed when operating any exercise
equipment.

General safety instructions:

1. It is important to consult your physician before any exercise program.

2. Pregnant women should consult with their physician before beginning any exercise program.
He/she can help determine the exercise program that is the most appropriate for your age and
physical condition.

3. If you experience dizziness, nausea, chest pains or other abnormal symptoms during exercise,
stop the exercise session immediately. Consult your physician before continuing your exercise.

4. Keep your hands and feet away from all moving parts.

5. Keep children away from the equipment. Hands and feet may get caught in the pedals or other
moving parts, which could result in serious injury.

6. Always wear proper clothing and shoes when exercising. Drink plenty of fluids when exercising.

7. Always stretch and warm up before starting any exercise program.

8. Never operate this unit if it is damaged or broken. Contact your authorized dealer for service.

9. Place your equipment on a solid, level surface when in use.

10. Place your unit in an area with enough clearance to operate the equipment.

11. Make sure all components are fastened securely at all times.

Product safety instructions:

1. Start your exercise program gradually. Row only for a few minutes the first day to let your body
adjust to the new exercise.

2. Slowly increase your exercise time and intensity over the first two weeks. Do not row at full
power until you are comfortable with the technique. If you increase your intensity too rapidly, or
fail to warm up properly or use poor technique, you can increase the risk of injury.

3. Use of this machine with worn or weakened parts, may result in injury to the user. We strongly
suggest replacing it immediately. Use only the accessory attachments recommended by the
manufacturer.

4. Do not let handle fly into plastic cover. Place handle in its holder before letting go. Pull straight
back with both hands. Never twist strap or pull from side to side. Do not row with one hand only.
Abuse of the strap can result in injury.

5. Keep clothing free of seat rollers. Keep children and fingers away from seat rollers.

6. Place your feet on the footpads properly before rowing.

7. Perform proper maintenance as recommended in this manual.

8. Save this manual for future reference.

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Assembly Instruction

Step 1:

Clear a big enough working space before
unpacking your R88 Rower.

Step 2:

Open the carton as shown in the diagram
below.

Note: To protect the Rower while assembling,
we suggest keeping the protective packing
material until it is assembled completely.

Step 3:

b) Reverse the Aluminum Beam Extrusion

(001) and place in the carton lid as shown in
the diagram below.

c) Remove 4 bolts (300) and 4 washers (401)

and 2 bolts (302) with the Tool provided.

Step 4:

Extract the Rear Bracket (009)

Step 5:

a) Reverse the Aluminum Beam Extrusion

(001) back to the front.

b) Slide the Seat (119) as shown in the

diagram.

Step 6:

a) Slide in the Rear Bracket (009)

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Step 7:

a) Reverse the Aluminum Beam Extrusion

(001) to the rear.

b) Assemble the Leg and Stabilizer (007) and

the Aluminum Beam Extrusion (001) with 4
bolts (300) and 4 washers (401).

c) Secure the Rear Bracket (009) with 2 bolts

(302).

Step 8:

a) Remove the Safety Strap Holder and

discard.

b) Tilt forward the Main Frame (002) as shown

in the diagram below.

c) Assemble the Stabilizer Tube-Front (005)

with 2 bolts (305) and 2 washers (405).

Step 9:

Assemble the Stabilizer Tube-Middle (006) and
Main Frame (002) with 2 bolts (304) and 2
washers (405), 2 nuts (205) and 2 washers
(405).

Step 10:

a) Slide the Foot Pedal Bar (012) through Main

Frame (002) as shown in the diagram below.

b) Assemble the Left and Right Foot Pedal

(108) and Foot Pedal Bar (012) with 2 nuts
(202) and 2 washers (401).

Step 11:

a) Remove 6 bolts (300) and 6 washers (401).
b) Assemble the Aluminum Beam Extrusion

(001) with the same 6 bolts and washers,
then tighten firmly.

c) Press the pop pins on the sides to connect

the computer arm cables to the computer.

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