Life Fitness Row HX Owner's Manual

Row HX™ Trainer

Owner’s Manual

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Columbia Centre III, 9525 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Rosemont, Illinois 60018 • U.S.A.

847.288.3300 • FAX: [phone]

Service phone number: 800.351.3737 (toll-free within U.S.A., Canada)

Global Website: www.lifefitness.com

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AMERICAS

North America
Life Fitness, Inc.

Columbia Centre III
9525 West Bryn Mawr Avenue
Rosemont, IL 60018 U.S.A
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: customersupport@lifefitness.com
Service Website: www.lifefitness.com/parts
Sales/Marketing Email:

commercialsales@lifefitness.com

Operating Hours: 7:00 am-6:00 pm (CST)

Brazil
Life Fitness Brasil

Av. Cidade Jardim, 900
Jd. Paulistano
São Paulo, SP 01454-000
BRAZIL
SAC: 0800 773 8282
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: suporte@lifefitness.com.br

Sales/Marketing Email: lifefitness@lifefitness.com.br

Service Operating Hours:

9:00 - 17:00 (BRT) (Monday-Friday)

Store Operating Hours:

9:00 -20:00 (BRT) (Monday-Friday)
10:00 - 16:00 (BRT) (Saturday)

Latin America & Caribbean*
Life Fitness Inc.

Columbia Centre III
9525 West Bryn Mawr Avenue
Rosemont, IL 60018 U.S.A
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: customersupport@lifefitness.com
Sales/Marketing Email:

commercialsales@lifefitness.com

Operating Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm (CST)
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EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, & AFRICA (EMEA)

Netherlands & Luxemburg
Life Fitness Atlantic BV

Bijdorpplein 25-31
2992 LB Barendrecht
THE NETHERLANDS
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: service.benelux@lifefitness.com
Sales/Marketing Email:

marketing.benelux@lifefitness.com

Operating Hours: 9:00h-17:00h (CET)

United Kingdom & Ireland
Life Fitness UK LTD

Queen Adelaide
Ely, Cambs, CB7 4UB
Telephone: General Office (+44)

1353.666017
Customer Support (+44) 1353.665507
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: uk.support@lifefitness.com
Sales/Marketing Email: life@lifefitness.com
Operating Hours:

General Office: 9.00am - 5.00pm (GMT)
Customer Support: 8.30am - 5.00pm (GMT)

Germany & Switzerland
Life Fitness Europe GMBH

Siemensstraße 3
85716 Unterschleißheim
GERMANY
Telephone: [phone] (Germany)
([phone] (Switzerland)
Fax: [phone] (Germany)
([phone] (Switzerland)
Service Email: kundendienst@lifefitness.com
Sales/Marketing Email:

kundenberatung@lifefitness.com

Operating Hours: 08.30 -16.30h (CET)

Austria
Life Fitness Austria

Vertriebs G.m.b.H.
Dückegasse 7-9/3/36
1220 Vienna
AUSTRIA
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: kundendienst@lifefitness.com
Marketing/Sales Email:

kundenberatung@lifefitness.com

Operating Hours: 08:30-16.30.h (MEZ)

Spain
Life Fitness IBERIA

C/Frederic Mompou 5,1º1ª
08960 Sant Just Desvern Barcelona
SPAIN
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: servicio.tecnico@lifefitness.com
Sales/Marketing Email: info.iberia@lifefitness.com
Operating Hours:

9.00h-18.00h (Monday-Thursday)

8.30h-15.00h (Friday)

Belgium
Life Fitness Benelux NV

Parc Industrial de Petit-Rechain
4800 Verviers
BELGIUM
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email:service.benelux@lifefitness.com
Sales/Marketing Email:

marketing.benelux@lifefitness.com

Operating Hours: 9.00h -17.00h (CET)

All Other EMEA Countries &
Distributor Business C-EMEA*

Bijdorpplein 25-31
2992 LB Barendrecht
THE NETHERLANDS
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: service.db.cemea@lifefitness.com
Sales/Marketing Email:

marketing.db.cemea@lifefitness.com

Operating Hours: 9.00h-17.00h (CET)
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ASIA PACIFIC (AP)

Japan
Life Fitness Japan

Japan Nippon Brunswick Bldg., #8F
5-27-7 Sendagaya
Shibuya-Ku, Tokyo
Japan 151-0051
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: service@lifefitnessjapan.com
Sales/Marketing Email:sales@lifefitnessjapan.com
Operating Hours: 9.00h-17.00h (JAPAN)

China and Hong Kong
Life Fitness Asia Pacific LTD

Room 2610, Miramar Tower
132 Nathan Road
Tsimshatsui, Kowloon
HONG KONG
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: HongKongEnquiry@lifefitness.com
Sales/Marketing Email:

ChinaEnquiry@lifefitness.com

Operating Hours: 9.00h-18.00h

All Other Asia Pacific countries &
distributor business Asia Pacific*

Room 2610, Miramar Tower
132 Nathan Road
Tsimshatsui, Kowloon
HONG KONG
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Service Email: HongKongEnquiry@lifefitness.com
Sales/Marketing Email:

ChinaEnquiry@lifefitness.com

Operating Hours: 9.00h-18.00h

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. SAFETY INFORMATION 8. CONSOLE

2. WARRANTY 9. USB CONNECTIVITY

3. CONTACT INFORMATION 10. HOW TO ROW

4. PRODUCT INFORMATION 11. OPTIONAL STORAGE BASE

5. TANK FILLING AND WATER TREATMENT 12. MAINTENANCE

6. LONG TERM WATER TREATMENT AND BASIC OPERATION 13. TROUBLESHOOTING

7. SLIDER FOOTPLATE

1. SAFETY INFORMATION

• Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE operation manual and ALL instructions. The Row
HX™ Trainer is intended for use solely in the manner described in this manual.

• UNDERSTANDING EACH AND EVERY WARNING TO THE FULLEST IS IMPORTANT. IF ANY OF THESE WARN­INGS ARE UNCLEAR, CONTACT LIFE FITNESS CUSTOMER SERVICE IMMEDIATELY AT 1-800-735-3867.

• This equipment is categorized as class HC per EN ISO 20957-1. As such this equipment is only intended for
home use only. It is not intended for commercial, institutional and/or studio facilities. Contact LIFE FITNESS
with any questions regarding this classification.

• It is recommended that all users of LIFE FITNESS exercise equipment be informed of the following information
prior to use.

• As with any piece of fitness equipment, consult a physician before beginning your Row HX™ Trainer exercise
program.

• Please be aware that any fitness regiment, before being undertaken, is best preceded by a physical checkup
from a certified physician.

• Injuries to health may result from incorrect or excessive training.

• WARNING!! Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate. Over exercise may result in serious injury or
death. If you feel faint or dizzy stop exercising immediately.

• Stop the machine immediately if any signs of excessive wearing is present on the belts, pulleys and bungee
cords. Do not use unit until said parts are repaired or replaced.

• Do not allow children unattended access to the machine.

• The Row HX™ Trainer can stand vertically for storage. When doing so, please follow the instructions given in
the Basic Operation section of this manual.

• Please keep hands away from moving parts, as indicated by the warning label on the mainframe of your ma­chine.

• If any of the adjustment devices are left projecting, they could interfere with the user’s movement.

• Do not store in freezing conditions with water in the tank as it can expand and crack the components.

• Health and Environmental Regulations Warning - This product may contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information related to the Eu­ropean Commission Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) and the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65), please visit https://www.lftechsupport.com/web/guest/environmen­tal-regulations-information.

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SAFETY INFORMATION (Continued)

ACCESS CONTROL

• This fitness equipment is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sen-

sory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the equipment by a person responsible for their safety.

INSTALLATION

• Place on a stable, flat surface in a horizonal position during use for maximum stability.

• Check all belts, pulleys and bungee cords regularly for signs of wear, and replace if needed.

• Check regularly and follow all instructions for maintenance as specified in this manual.

• Replace immediately any defective parts and do not operate unit until all repairs are complete.

PROPER USAGE

• Do not use any equipment in any way other than designed or intended by the manufacturer. It is impera-

tive that LIFE FITNESS equipment is used properly to avoid injury.

• Injuries may result if exercising improperly or excessively. It is recommended that all individuals consult a

physician prior to commencing an exercise program. If at any time during exercise you feel faint, dizzy or
experience pain, STOP EXERCISING and consult your physician.

• Keep body parts (hands, feet, hair, etc.), clothing and jewelry away from moving parts to avoid injury.

• Follow instructions provided in this manual for correct foot position and basic rowing techniques.

• For more detailed rowing techniques, please refer to our International website www.lifefitness.com

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SAFETY INFORMATION (Continued)

INSPECTION

• DO NOT use or permit use of any equipment that is damaged and/or has worn or broken parts. For all LIFE

FITNESS equipment use only replacement parts supplied by LIFE FITNESS.

• Cables and belts pose an extreme liability if used when frayed. Always replace any cable or belt at first sign

of wear (consult LIFE FITNESS if uncertain).

• MAINTAIN LABELS AND NAME PLATES - Do not remove labels for any reason. They contain important

information. If unreadable or missing, contact LIFE FITNESS for a replacement.

• EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE - Preventative maintenance is the key to smooth operating equipment as well

as to keep your liability to a minimum. Equipment needs to be inspected at regular intervals.

• Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing maintenance or repair of any kind is qualified

to do so.

• DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE OR REPAIR ANY ACCESSORY APPROVED FOR USE WITH THE LIFE FITNESS

EQUIPMENT WHICH APPEARS TO BE DAMAGED OR WORN.

• Check all belts, pulleys and bungee cords regularly for signs of wear, and replace if needed.

• Check regularly and follow all instructions for maintenance as specified in this manual.

• Replace immediately any defective parts and do not operate unit until all repairs are complete.

OPERATING WARNINGS

• Keep children away from LIFE FITNESS equipment. Parents or others supervising children must provide

close supervision of children if the equipment is used in the presence of children.

• Do not allow users to wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry while using equipment. It is also recommended

to have users secure long hair back and up to avoid contact with moving parts.

• All bystanders must stay clear of all users, moving parts and attached accessories and components while

machine is in operation.

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2. WARRANTY

WHAT IS COVERED:

This Life Fitness Row HX™ Trainer is warranted to be free of all defects in material and workmanship.

WHO IS COVERED:

The original purchaser or any person receiving a newly purchased Product as a gift from the original purchaser. War­ranty will be voided on subsequent transfers.

HOW LONG IS IT COVERED:

Residential: All electrical and mechanical components and labor are covered, after the date of purchase, as listed on
the chart below. Non-Residential: Warranty void (the Row HX™ Trainer is intended for residential use only).

WHO PAYS SHIPPING & INSURANCE FOR SERVICE:

If the Product or any warranted part must be returned to a service facility for repairs, Life Fitness will pay all shipping
and insurance charges during the warranty period (within the United States only). The purchaser is responsible for ship­ping and insurance charges after the warranty has expired.

WHAT WE WILL DO TO CORRECT COVERED DEFECTS:

We will ship to you any new or rebuilt replacement part or component, or, at our option, replace the Product. Such
replacement parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

Any failures or damage caused by unauthorized service, misuse, accident, negligence, improper assembly or installa­tion, debris resulting from any construction activities in the Row HX™ Trainer’s environment, rust or corrosion as a result
of the Product’s location, alterations or modifications without our written authorization or by failure on your part to use,
operate and maintain the Row HX™ Trainer as set out in your Owner’s Manual (“Manual”). All terms of this warranty are
void if this Product is moved beyond the continental borders of the United States of America (excluding Alaska, Hawaii
and Canada) and are then subject to the terms provided by that country’s local authorized Life Fitness Representative.

WHAT YOU MUST DO:

Retain proof of purchase. Use, operate and maintain the Row HX™ Trainer as specified in the Manual; notify the place
of purchase of any defect within 10 days after discovery of the defect; if instructed, return any defective part for re­placement or, if necessary, the entire Product for repair. Life Fitness reserves the right to decide whether or not a prod­uct is to be returned for repair.

USER MANUAL:

It is VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THE MANUAL before operating the Row HX™ Trainer. Remember to perform
the periodic maintenance requirements specified in the Manual to assure proper operation and your continued satis­faction.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION:

Register online at www.lifefitness.com/home/product-registration.html. Our receipt assures that your name, address
and date of purchase are on file as a registered owner of the Product. Being a registered owner assures coverage in
the event you lose your proof of purchase. Please retain your proof of purchase, such as your bill of sale or receipt.

Structural Frame

(Not coatings)

Tank Mechanical Labor All Other

5 Years 3 Years 2 Years 1 Year 1 Year

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