Taurus RX7 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

Assembly and Operating Instructions

TF-

Art. No. TF-RX7-3

TFRX7.03.02

Rowing machine RX7

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Content

1 GENERAL INFORMATION 7

1.1 Technical Data 7

1.2 Personal Safety 8

1.3 Electrical Safety 9

1.4 Set-Up Place 10

2 ASSEMBLY 11

2.1 General Instructions 11

2.2 Scope of Delivery 12

2.3 Assembly 13

2.4 Settings / setting up the rowing machine 17

3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 20

3.1 Console Display 20

3.2 Button Functions 21

3.3 Turning on the equipment 22

3.4 Programs 23

3.4.1 Pacer program - also called Pace boat program 23

3.4.2 Race program 25

3.4.3 Interval distance & interval time programs 26

3.4.4 60%, 75%, 90% heart rate controlled programs 28

3.4.5 THR – target heart rate program 29

3.4.6 Watt program 31

3.4.7 Training programs 32

3.4.8 Performance Test 34

3.4.9 User Data 36

3.4.10 Further information 39

3.5 Operation infrared remote control 43

3.5.1 Introduction 43

3.5.2 Inserting batteries 43

3.5.3 List of parts 44

3.5.4 Main functions of the infrared transmitter 44

3.5.5 Replacing batteries 45

3.5.6 Infrared range and direction 46

3.5.7 ANGLE OF THE INFRARED TRANSMITTER FROM THE HANDLE 47

3.5.8 Code from the remote control 47

3.5.9 Troubleshooting manual 49

3.6 Notes on correct rowing 50

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4 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT 53

4.1 General Instructions 53

4.2 Folding Mechanism 53

4.2.1 Unfolding the Rowing Machine 53

4.2.2 Folding Up the Rowing Machine 54

4.3 Transportation Wheels 54

5 TROUBLESHOOTING, CARE AND MAINTENANCE 55

5.1 General Instructions 55

5.2 Faults and Fault Diagnosis 55

5.3 Maintenance and Inspection Calendar 56

6 DISPOSAL 56

7 RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES 57

8 ORDERING SPARE PARTS 58

8.1 Serial Number and Model Name 58

8.2 Parts List 59

8.3 Exploded Drawing 61

9 WARRANTY 62

10 CONTACT 64

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Dear customer,

Thank you for choosing a high-quality equipment of the brand TAURUS®. TAURUS® oers sports

and tness equipment for the sophisticated home sport and the equipment of tness studios
and business customers. With TAURUS® tness equipment, the focus is on what sport is all about:
maximum performance! Therefore, the equipment is developed in close consultation with athletes
and sports scientists. Because athletes know best what makes perfect tness equipment.

Further information can be found at www.sport-tiedje.com.

Intended Use

The equipment may only be used for its intended purpose.

The equipment is suitable for home use and semi-professional use (e.g. hospitals, clubs, hotels,

schools, etc.). The equipment is not suitable for commercial or professional use (e.g. tness
studio).

LEGAL NOTICE

Sport-Tiedje GmbH
Europe’s No. 1 for home tness

International Headquarters
Flensburger Straße 55
24837 Schleswig
Germany

DISCLAIMER

©2011 TAURUS® is a registered brand of the company Sport Tiedje GmbH. All rights
reserved. Any use of this trademark without the explicit written permission of
Sport-Tiedje is prohibited.

Product and manual are subject to change. Technical data can be changed without
advance notice.

Management:
Christian Grau

Sebastian Campmann
Dr. Bernhard Schenkel

No. HRB 1000 SL
Local Court Flensburg
European VAT Number: DE813211547

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Please carefully read the entire manual before installation and rst use. The manual will help you to

quickly set up the system and explains how to safely use it. Make sure that all persons exercising with
the equipment (especially children and persons with physical, sensory, mental or motor disabilities)
are informed about this manual and its contents in advance. In case of doubt, responsible persons
must supervise the use of the equipment.

This equipment has been manufactured according to the latest safety knowledge.
As far as possible, potential safety hazards which could cause injury have been
eliminated. Make sure to carefully follow the instructions and that all parts are
securely in place. If required, read through the instructions again to correct any
mistakes.

Please pay close attention to the safety and maintenance instructions given here. The contract

partner cannot be held liable for damage to health, accidents or damage to the equipment when it
is not used in accordance with these instructions.

The following safety instructions may appear in this manual:

 ATTENTION

This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.

⚠ CAUTION

This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in slight
or minor injuries!

⚠ WARNING

This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in death
or serious injuries!

⚠ DANGER

This notice indicates potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injuries!

L NOTICE

This notice indicates further useful information.

Retain these instructions in a safe place for future reference, maintenance or when ordering

replacement parts.

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Technical Data

LCD display of

+ strokes, strokes per minute
+ training time in min
+ distance in m
+ time/500 m: average / current
+ calories burnt in kcal
+ heart rate (when using a chest strap)
+ Watt
+ resistance level

Resistance system: combined air/magnet brake system
Resistance level: 16
Watt: 10 - 995 Watt

User memory: 4
Total number of training programs: 26
Pacer program: 1
Pre-set programs: 12
Watt-controlled programs: 1
Heart rate controlled programs: 4
User dened programs: 5

Weight and dimensions:

Article weight (gross, including packaging): 41,3 kg
Article weight (net, without packaging): 36,4 kg
Packaging dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 1460 mm x 755 mm x 290 mm
Set-up dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 2450 mm x 430 mm x 1065 mm
Set-up folded (L x W x H): approximately 1215 mm x 430 mm x 1700 mm
User weight: 130 kg /286 lbs

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1.2 Personal Safety

⚠ DANGER

+ Before you start using the equipment, you should consult your physician that this type of

exercise is suitable for you from a health perspective. Particularly aected are persons who:
have a hereditary disposition to high blood pressure or heart disease, are over the age of 45,
smoke, have high cholesterol values, are overweight and/or have not exercised regularly in
the past year. If you are under medical treatment that aects your heart rate, medical advice
is absolutely essential.

+ Note that excessive training can seriously endanger your health. Please also note that heart

rate monitoring systems can be inaccurate. If you notice any signs of weakness, nausea,
dizziness, pain, shortness of breath, or other abnormal symptoms, stop exercising immediately
and seek advice from your doctor if necessary.

⚠ WARNING

+ This equipment may not be used by children under the age of 14.
+ Children should not be allowed unsupervised access to the equipment.
+ Persons with disabilities must have a medical license and must be under strict observation

when using the equipment.

+ The equipment is strictly for use by one person at a time.
+ If your equipment provides a safety key, the clip of the safety key must be attached to your

clothing before starting your training. In the event of a fall, the EMERGENCY STOP of the

equipment can be initiated.

+ Keep your hands, feet and other body parts, hair, clothing, jewellery and other objects well

clear of moving parts.

+ During use, wear suitable sports clothing rather than loose or baggy clothing. When wearing

sports shoes, make sure they have suitable soles, preferably made of rubber or other non-

slip materials. Shoes with heels, leather soles, studs or spikes are unsuitable. Never exercise

barefoot.

⚠ CAUTION

+ If your equipment needs to be connected to the power supply with a mains cable, make sure

that the cable is not a potential tripping hazard.

+ Make sure that nobody is within the range of motion of the equipment during training so as

not to endanger you or other persons.

 ATTENTION

+ Do not insert any objects of any kind into the openings of the device.

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1.3 Electrical Safety

⚠ DANGER

+ In order to reduce the risk of an electric shock, always unplug the equipment from the

mains socket immediately after your workout, before assembly or dismantling, and before

maintenance or cleaning. Do not pull on the cable.

⚠ WARNING

+ Do not leave the equipment unattended while the mains cable is plugged into the mains

socket. During your absence, the mains cable must be removed to prevent improper use by

third parties or children.

+ If the mains cable or plug is damaged or defective, contact your contract partner. In the

meantime, the equipment must not be used.

 ATTENTION

+ The equipment requires a mains connection of 220-230V with 50 Hertz mains voltage.
+ The equipment may only be connected directly to an earthed socket using the supplied

mains cable. Extension cables must conform to VDE guidelines. Always completely unwind

the mains cable.

+ The socket must be protected by a fuse with a minimum fuse rating of "16 amps, slow blow".
+ Do not make any changes to the mains cable or the mains plug.
+ Keep the mains cable away from water, heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not route the mains

cable underneath the equipment or under a carpet or rug, and do not place any objects on

top of it.

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1.4 Set-Up Place

⚠ WARNING

+ Do not place the equipment in main corridors or escape routes.

⚠ CAUTION

+ The training room should be well ventilated during training and not be exposed to any

draughts.

+ Choose the place in which to set up the equipment such that there is enough free space/

clearance to the front, the rear and to the sides of the equipment.

+ The set-up and mounting surface of the equipment should be at, loadable and solid.

 ATTENTION

+ The device may only be used in one building, in suciently tempered and dry rooms (ambient

temperatures between 10°C and 35°C). The equipment should not be used outdoors or in

rooms with high humidity (over 70%) like swimming pools.

+ A oor protective mat/equipment underlay can help to protect high-quality oor coverings

(parquet, laminate, cork, carpets) from dents and sweat and can help to level out slight

unevenness.

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Training Zone

Recommended Free Space

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2 ASSEMBLY

2.1 General Instructions

⚠ DANGER

+ Do not leave any tools, packaging materials such as foils or small parts lying around, as

otherwise there is a danger of suocation for children. Keep children away from the equipment

during assembly.

⚠ WARNING

+ Pay attention to the instructions attached to the equipment in order to reduce the risk of

injuries.

⚠ CAUTION

+ Do not open the packaging when it is lying on its side.
+ Ensure to have sucient room for movement in each direction during assembly.
+ The assembly of the equipment must be carried out by at least two adults. If in doubt, seek the

help of another technically skilled person.

 ATTENTION

+ To prevent damage to the equipment and the oor, assemble the equipment on a mat or

packaging board.

L NOTICE

+ In order to make the assembly as simple as possible, some screws and nuts to be used can

already be pre-assembled.

+ Ideally, assemble the equipment at its later set-up place.
+ Manufacturer note: The pull strap is equipped with a return spring so that the pull strap is

automatically wound up again. The return spring is equipped with the lowest possible power.

The reason for the light return spring is to give the user a better training eect for the rear

thigh muscles. These muscles are stressed when the user moves the seat forward. If the return

power is strong, the person using the equipment would be pulled.

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2.2 Scope of Delivery

The scope of delivery consist of the following parts. At the beginning, check whether all parts

and tools belonging to the device are included in the scope of delivery and whether damage has
occurred. In the event of complaints, the contractual partner must be contacted directly.

⚠ CAUTION

If parts of the scope of delivery are missing or damaged, the assembly must not be carried out.

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2.3 Assembly

Before assembly, take a close look at the individual assembly steps shown and carry out the assembly

in the order given.

L NOTICE

First loosely screw all parts together and check that they t properly. Then tighten the screws
using the tool only when you are instructed to do so.

 ATTENTION

Before unpacking the RX7 rowing machine, make sure that you have a free space of 2 x 2.5
metres for assembly.

Step 1: Unpacking

Open the packaging, see illustration

below.

L NOTICE

Do not remove the protective
packaging material before it‘s
absolutely necessary.

Step 2: Preparing the assembly

1. Take the partially assembled
rowing machine out of the box and
set it up, see illustration below.

2. Remove and dispose of the safety
strap holders. Put the rowing
handle in the given support.

3. Remove two screws (367) from
the main frame (2) and two screws
(373) with the provided tools.

4. Mount the footrests (013) with
both screws (367) and (373).
Tighten the screws.

SAFETY STRAP
HOLDER

0 0 2

3 6 7

3 7 3

3 6 7

3 7 3

0 1 3

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7 1 2

7 2 0

0 0 5

3 6 7

7 1 2

7 2 0

0 0 2

0 0 1

3 6 7

0 0 6

C a b l e t i e

Step 3: Assembly front base

1. Turn the main frame (2) upside down in the box, see illustration below.

2. Remove the four pre-mounted screws (367) from the main frame (2).

3. Connect the AC adapter cable
(712) with the AC cable (720).

4. Mount the front base (5) with four
screws (319) back to the main
frame. Tighten the screws. Before
the assembly make sure that the
front base does not pinch the
cables.

Step 4: Assembly rear base

1. Take the aluminium rail (001) out of
the box and put it on the box, see
illustration below.

2. Remove the four pre-mounted
screws (367) from the rail (1).

3. Mount the rear base (6) with the
four screws (367). Tighten the
screws.

4. Remove and dispose of the cable
ties.

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1 1 9

3 1 9

Step 5: Assembly of the rail

1. Remove the six pre-mounted
screws (319) from the joint support
of the rail (3).

2. Mount the rail (1) with the screws
(319) on the joint (3). Tighten the
screws.

0 0 1

3 1 9

0 0 3

Step 6: Assembly of the seat

1. Remove the four pre-mounted
screws (319).

2. Mount the seat (119) with the
four screws (319). Tighten the
screws.

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3 0 4

3 0 4

1 1 7

C A R R IA G E

7 1 5

Step 7: Assembly of the covers

1. Remove the four pre-mounted
screws (304) from the wheel
carrier (CARRIAGE).

2. Mount the two small covers (117)
with the four screws (304). Tighten
the screws.

 ATTENTION

Pay attention to correctly connect
the two small covers (117) with
each other, see illustration.

Step 8: Connecting the equipment to the mains supply

 ATTENTION

The equipment must not be
connected to a multiple socket,
otherwise it cannot be guaranteed
that the equipment will be
supplied with sucient power.
Technical errors can result.

Plug the power plug (715) into a
wall outlet that complies with the
instructions in the chapter on electrical
safety.

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2.4 Settings / setting up the rowing machine

Sit up securely

1. Straddle the rail.

2. Position the seat directly below you.

3. When sitting down, make sure that the seat does not move.

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Handle holder

Once you have completed your training, remember to hook the handle into the holder.

HA ND LE BAR

HA ND LE BAR

HO LD ER

HA ND LE BAR

HO LD ER

ND LE BA RH

A

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Adjusting the heel rest and the straps

There are several adjustments for the heel rest. Before you start exercising, adjust correctly the heel

rest.

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HE EL
RE ST

HO LD ER

HE EL
RE ST

5

1

1

HE EL
RE ST

HO LD ER

HE EL
RE ST

1. Pull the loop upwards so that your heel is supported and the foot strap is above the widest point of
your foot.

2. Tighten the foot strap.

3. Loosen the foot strap by pushing the small buckle outwards.

FO OT

ST RA P

FO OT

ST RA P

HE EL
RE ST

HE E
RE S

HO LD

L

T

ER

HE EL R ES T

HE EL
RE ST

HO LD ER

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Adjusting the console

The console and the console mast can be set to nearly any height and any angle.

L NOTICE

For safety reasons, please make sure while exercising that the pull rope does not touch the
console.

CO MP UT ER

CO MP UT ER

AR M

DR IV E ST RAP

1. Hold the console with both hands as in the image above.

2. Move the console to the desired height and set the desired angle.

Loosen the foot strap

CO MP UT ER

You can very easily open the foot strap with the quick release  ap.

FO OT S TR AP

BU CK LE

HE EL
RE ST

FO OT S TR AP

Pull Tight

HE EL
RE ST

Lift the  ap with your thumbs as shown in the image.

FO OT S TR AP

BU CK LE

FO OT S TR AP

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3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

L NOTICE

Familiarise yourself with all the functions and setting options of the device before starting
training. Have the proper use of this product explained to you by a specialist.

3.1 Console Display

Here, the program proles and text messages are displayed.

BAR CHART

ALPHANUMERIC

DISPLAY

WAT TS

LEVEL

TIME/500M Displays your current time/500 m.

SPM Strokes per minute.

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8 rows high = 16 resistance levels

16 columns long = 16 times intervals

Text messages which guide you through the single programs.

Estimated wattage per stroke, calibrated according to EN957.

One Watt corresponds to the performance to do a mechanical work of

one joule within a second.

16 resistance levels can be selected.

Level 1 = minimum resistance

Level 16 = maximum resistance

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Your heart rate is displayed in beats per minute. A compatible

chest strap with 5 kHz is separately available. The ashing heart is

PULSE

TIME Minutes and seconds.

BATTERIE Full, half, empty

METERS Covered distance is only shown in meters.

STROKES Total number of strokes

synchronized with your heart rate.

L NOTICE

“---” means that your console does not receive a heart rate signal.

Measured in kilo calories (kcal)

CALORIES

L NOTICE

3.2 Button Functions

Press this button to get to the main menu.

MENU

RECOVERY

Two functions

L NOTICE

This button only works in the menu mode and pause mode, but not in
the training mode.

1. Distance sensor

Hold the Recovery button pressed.

2. Start the Recovery program

The Recovery program determines automatically your recovery heart rate

within a minute after the training.

The number of calories strongly depends upon your user data.
Select the setting of user data in the main menu.

ENTER

Three functions

1. Before the training (menu mode)

Press Enter to conrm your selection.

2. Before the training (menu mode)

Hold Enter for three seconds in order to skip the selection process.

3. While exercising (training mode)

Press Enter to change the bar chart.

L NOTICE

It only refers to the HRC programs, Watt programs, and training
programs.

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