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1. Owners Manual Featuring Patented Adjustable Fluid Resistance Technology www firstdegreefitness com Contents Apollo PRO Rower Box Contents Side Rail Rear Brace Transport Wheel Assembly Mounting Rower Seat and Upper Mainframe Completing The Apollo PRO Assembly Adjustable Resistance AR Tank Note on Filling the AR Tank Tank Filling and Water Treatment Removing Changing Tank Water Slider Footplate How to Row How Often The Apollo PRO Computer Using the First Degree Fitness USB Interface Detaching the Rower Belt Reattaching the Rower Belt Troubleshooting Warranty 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16 17 18 19 19 21 22 Apotio PRO Congratulations on your purchase of the Apollo PRO Rower First Degree Fitness is proud to present the Apollo PRO Rower as part of our exclusive range of commercial and home use products featuring patented Adjustable Fluid Resistance Our unique combination of precision steel and solid wood frames incor porate only the highest quality American Ash which is collected using the latest technology in sustainable harvesting from renewable plantations Note that slight variations of colour in the wooden side rails seat and cross member are normal and part of Mother nature s artistry The wood grain patterns and subtle hues of each Apollo PRO Rower makes every unit highly individual and designed to compliment any environ ment Follow all instructions carefully for correct ass2. Metal Wood Frame 5 Year Limited Warranty First Degree Fitness will repair or replace the metal Main Frame of the Rower should it fail due to any defect in materials or workmanship within 5 years of the original purchase Warranty does not apply to frame coating Polycarbonate Tank amp Seals 3 Year Limited Warranty First Degree Fitness will repair or replace the polycarbonate tank or seals should they fail due to any defect in materials or workmanship within 3 years of the original purchase Mechanical Components of a non wearing nature 2 Year Limited Warranty First Degree Fitness will repair or replace any mechanical component should it fail due to any defect in materials or workmanship within 2 years of the original purchase Specific Inclusions Seat Runners Stainless Steel Impeller Assembly All Other Components of a wearing nature 1 Year Limited Warranty First Degree Fitness will repair or replace any component should it fail due to any defect in materials or workmanship within 1 year of the original purchase Specific Inclusions Bungee Recoil Cord Hand Grips amp Foot Straps Polyester Rowing Belt Seat All pulleys rollers amp bearings All rubber components Computer amp speed sensor excluding replaceable batteries Footplates pivoting amp sliding General Exclusions Damage to the finish of any part of the machine Damage due to neglect abuse incorrect assembly or use of the machine Any charges for fre
3. strokes to fill the central storage tank leaving a minimal amount of water in the outer active tank This process is always required if minimum resistance is desired Row hard at a steady pace 20 to 25 strokes per minute SPM and put some effort into the stroke ensuring that good form is maintained You can make adjustments to the resistance level while you row Your Rowing Ergometer will adapt almost instantly to increases in resistance but will take up to 10 strokes to re duce the effort required as the central storage tank fills up Developing Your Routine Once you have found a level that gives you the exercise required changes can be made to SPM and to stroke intensity to further vary your energy input Interval training is used by most Rowers where a period of low intensity is combined with short intervals of high intensity Your FDF Rowing Ergometer allows for changes on the fly to achieve multi level resistance profiles during a single workout For more information on exercise routines please visit our website at www firstdegreefitness com Note on Filling the AR Tank o Important Please Read Before Filling Tank lenis Set adjuster knob to MAX prior to filling KL N Caution When filling the AR tank the adjuster handle must be set to the MAX position as shown to allow accurate fill levels Using any other setting other than MAX will result in inaccurate fill levels and in extre
4. apsed time Mice 500M TIME Time to row 500 meters up dated at the completion of TIME PULSE Requires optional receiver and PULSE chest strap sold separately LEVEL Use chest d i SPM Strokes per minute updated each DIST SPM CAL WEE SE WATT Unit of power updated per rowing HOUR stroke DISTANCE LEVEL CAL HOUR Updated each stroke ADD 1000M EACH TOUCH T HOLD TO RESET Use the LEVEL UP DOWN buttons in conjunction with the Fluid Tank Resistance Adjuster handle for accurate 500M Distance CAL WATTS Using the First Degree Fitness USB Interface Description The USB connectivity now built in to all new models of FDF Console and IPM allow you to enhance your exercise experience by connecting to your home PC or Laptop Using FDF s own sample applications you can exercise while enjoying your favorite movies NetAthlon 2 XF for Rowers lets you race with other Internet connected row ers in a Virtual Reality 3D environment or train solo Setting up USB connectivity 1 Download and Install the USB Device Driver CDM2xxxx_Setup exe for 32 and 64 bit Windows 7 Vista XP from the FDF Website 2 Download and Install the Sample USB Applications from the FDF Website www firstdegreefitness com Download and Install NetAthlon 2 XF for Rowers from http www webracing org downloads htm Connecting your console The USB Connector is located on a flying lead at the rear of the IPM along with the Sensor and Heart Rate Monitor Con
5. e 1 onto the Side Rail Assembly as shown You will need 8x M8x45mm Bolts 11 16x M8 Washers 7 8x M8 Standard Nuts 8 and 8x M8 Nylock Nuts 8 secure but do not tighten You may find that the lower bracket bolts can be difficult to access You can tighten these bolts completely once the rower is standing in the vertical position so for the moment simply align and loosely thread lower bolts nuts Bolt Assembly Close Up M8x45mm Bolt A oa M8 Standard Nut B D a M8 Nylock M8 Washer Nut af eo AN Nylock Nuts must be gt ee A outside the standard Nylock K Nuts nut and washer to properly Nuts ee secure assembly Note Clean wheels and tracks weekly with a soft dry cloth in order to decrease the rate of wear on both wheels and track Completing The Apollo PRO Assembly Tighten frame bolts securely once rower is standing Pull Bungee Cord and hook Bungee end onto the Bungee Hook Mount as shown Do not cut Bungee tie wrap before Bungee cord is attached to rear of rower as shown here Once the Bungee cord is attached to the Rear Brace tighten the bolts holding the Footboard the Mainframe to Side Rail Bolts as they are easi er to access from the vertical position Lower the Apollo PRO back to the Horizontal po sition and test for proper bungee recoil Check Seat Rollers running boards for dirt or de bris before sitting on the rower seat Small ob jects captured between the seat roller
6. e computer ings on the Apollo as a Gap tool to check the gap be PRO Rower Com Faulty Sensor tween sensor head and Magnetic puter for 500meter ring or see if the Sensor head has split time and SPM Sensor has moved moved out of position strokes per mi out of position nute Please contact your nearest FDF Wiring harness customer service center for details The Apollo PRO Batteries installed Replace reinstall batteries in correct Rower Computer incorrectly or need position and try again If the LCD does not illuminate replacing screen fails to illuminate try rotating after battery installa the batteries slightly In the computer tion If this fails contact your local service center The Apollo PRO Loose or failed con Check that the computer lead is con Rower Computer nection nected properly If it is connected screen illuminates then contact your local service cen but does not register Sensor gap too ter Check Sensor gap when rowing wide 21 APOLLO PRO ROWER INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY FULL COMMERCIAL USE First Degree Fitness Limited warrants that the Apollo PRO model HYBPRO purchased from an authorised agent and in its undamaged original packaging is free from defects in materials and work manship First Degree Fitness Limited or its agent will at their discretion repair or replace parts that become defective within the warranty period subject to the specific inclusions and exclusions below
7. embly tank filling water treatment service and safety Access to our world wide distributor and service network Is available at www firstdegreefitness com Check contents of Box 1 and Box 2 to assure all parts are present and correct prior to assembly Training with the Apollo PRO Rower 1 As with any piece of fitness equipment consult a physician before beginning your Apollo PRO Rower exercise program 2 Follow instructions provided in this manual for correct foot position and basic rowing techniques l CAUTION 1 Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts as indicated in this manual 2 The Apollo PRO Rower can stand vertically for storage Make sure a secure location is chosen such as the corner of a room or against a wall on an even secure surface Note If the storage area is not level an additional fixture is required sold separately to keep the Rower stable with vertical storage position Apollo PRO Rower Box 1 amp 2 Contents Box 1 Contents 2 Box 2 Contents Qty Description M6x15mm Bolt Left Right Side Rail M8x45mm Bolt cho Hook Mount p 5mm Allen Key 6mm Allen Key 13mm Spanner AA Duracell Battery Transport Wheel Assembly Water Treatment Tablet M8 Washer M8 Standard Nut Siphon M8 Nylock Nut Owners Manual Side Rail Rear Brace Transport Wheel Assembly Start with the Rear Brace and on the underside you will find a pre installed bolt Fr
8. ight or customs clearance associated with the return or dispatch of parts Any damage to or loss of goods during transport of any kind Any labour cost associated with a warranty claim General Conditions e The serial number of the machine must be correctly registered with First Degree Fitness Limited or one of its appointed distributors e First Degree Fitness Limited reserve the right to examine any part where replacement is claimed under warranty e Warranty period applies only to the original purchaser from the date of purchase and is not transferable e The product must be returned to your place of purchase in original packaging with transportation insurance and associated charges paid for by you and risk of loss or damage assumed by you e First Degree Fitness makes no other warranties except as stated here and expressly disclaims all warranties not stated in this warranty Neither First Degree Fitness nor its associates shall be responsible for incidental or consequential damages e Manufacturer s warranty automatically commences upon sale of the product to end user or upon the expiration of one 1 year from month of manufacture whichever occurs first 22
9. ime Row at a pace that keeps the water circulating continuously be tween strokes Progress a few minutes more each day until you are comfortable with 30 45 minutes training time 3 or 4 times a week This will provide aerobic endurance benefits muscle toning and sufficient calorie burning to form part of a weight loss program Catch Drive Finish Recovery Catch Comfortably for Push with the Pull through with arms Upper body tips Catch and begin ward with legs while arms and legs rocking forward over your fagain straight back and f remain straight slightly back on your pelvis and move arms pelvis forward CAUTION Always consult a doctor before beginning an exercise program Stop immediately if you feel faint or dizzy 16 The Apollo PRO Computer Options Auto Start Commence rowing to activate Reset all values Hold button down for 3 seconds first to RESET Distance Add 1000m distance each button push to accumulate required distance then begin rowing to initiate count back Auto Pause A temporary halt in exercise will result in the following For over 5 seconds and under 5 minutes SPM SOOMETER WATT to zero Distance TIME values are saved CAL per hour defaults to Total CAL A Resumption in exercise in less than 5 minutes will resume Distance TIME from saved values automatically Auto Power Down Over 5 minutes All values revert to zero after restart TRL Computer Instructions TIME Auto start el
10. ion and exposure to sunlight DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES USE TREATMENT TABLETS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED WITH YOUR ROWER Your rower box contents include 4x water treatment tablets which is sufficient for several years of water treatment Treat when water becomes discolored or shows signs of Algae Bacterial growth To purchase additional chlorine tabs please consult your nearest regional dealer distributor or check our website at www firstdegreefitness com _ Use a drop cloth under the tank when filling the tank to avoid AN Caution staining floor or carpet 13 Removing Changing Tank Water Row a minimum of ten complete strokes before com mencing tank draining Remove tank plug insert rigid end of siphon into tank and begin draining NOTE Approximately 40 of tank water will remain It is not possible to completely drain the A R tank without disassembly 1 Set Adjuster handle to MIN 2 Row at least ten strokes to fill the storage reservoir as completely as possible 3 Remove Tank Plug 4 Insert rigid end of siphon into the tank and flexible hose into a large bucket 5 Drain tank approx 40 of water will remain and then refill following directions for Tank filling as described in the Tank Filling section of this manual Note The valve on top of the siphon must be closed to allow proper drain age Note Water treatment will preclude the need to change tank water if the treatment schedule is maintained Add
11. itional chlorine is required only when discolora tion appears in the water Note Exposure to full sunlight reduces the life of the chlorine tablets Storing the rower away from direct sunlight will extend the time between water treat ments Slider Footplate To adjust lift and slide Mounting pegs PIRST DEGREE FITNESS The Slider Footplate is designed to fit a wide range of foot sizes and is very simple to use To adjust lift the top of the sliding portion of the footplate and slide up or down The numbers 1 6 represent a guideline from which the proper length can be determined Secure the plate onto the mounting pegs and push down firmly to lock into position Tighten the Footstraps securely and begin your workout WARNING Never operate this rower without feet properly secured in Foot straps or without the sliding portion of the Slider Footplate locked into position How to Row 1 Begin the stroke comfortably forward and push strongly back with your legs while keeping your arms and back straight 2 Begin to pull your arms back as they pass over your knees and continue the stroke through to completion rocking slightly back over your pelvis 3 Return to the starting position and repeat 4 For further details regarding rowing technique please refer to our international website at www firstdeqreefitness com How Often Begin with 5 minute training sessions once a day and aim for around 2 30 to 2 45 for 500m t
12. me cases could cause leakage to occur during use or when stored in the standing position DO NOT overfill the tank beyond the maximum indicated level of 17 litres Refer to the Tank Level Decal on the lower side of the tank Tank Filling and Water Treatment Tank Filling and Water Treatment Pro FE 1 gt Note 17 liters of water is required for maximum filling Fill tank with adjuster handle set to MAX only n 1 Remove Rubber Fill Plug from the top of the tank 2 Place a large bucket of water next to the rower and rappers siphon with the rigid hose in the bucket and the flexible hose into the tank as shown Note Make sure small breather valve on the top of the siphon is closed before filling Note Where water quality is known to be poor FDF recommends the use of distilled water 3 Begin filling tank by squeezing siphon Use Level Gauge Decal on side of tank to measure volume of water in tank Important Do not overfill tank 4 After filling tank to the desired water level open the valve on the top of the siphon to allow excess water to escape 5 Ensure that Tank Plug is replaced once filling and water treatment procedures are complete Tips on Siphon use Putting the fill bucket higher than the tank will allow the siphon to self pump when adding water to the tank Water Treatment Procedures Add Chlorine tablet Note The amount of water treatment can vary widely depending on the Rower s locat
13. nectors Connect to a Laptop or PC using a standard USB cable you may need to wait while Windows starts the USB Device Driver Note Please refer to computer manual where applicable or for further information refer to our website at www firstdegreefitness com Detaching the Rower Belt 1 To detach belt simply pull beyond the range of the normal rowing stroke until the belt detaches from the belt bungee pulley Tip You ll hear the Velcro separating just before the belt detaches 2 Unhook the Bungee Shock Cord from the Rear Leg Then push out the Inner Clip from the Bungee Hook End Frame Pull the Bungee through the Inner Clip until free This will allow for the Bungee Shock Cord to be threaded completely out of the Main Frame and up to the Belt S Bungee Pulley where it will be re attached once the Row Bungee Hook End Frame er Belt is in the proper position 7 Velcro facing 1 Begin reattaching the Rower Belt by upward threading around the Rower Belt Pulley with the Velcro side facing upward as illustrated 2 Next thread the Belt around the Idle Wheel as shown Once around the Idle Wheel attach the Rower Belt to the Belt Bungee Pulley There is an obvi ous lip at the attachment point EN lt lt STI Idle Wheel 19 Rower Handle 3 Wind the Rower Belt onto the Belt Bungee Pulley until the Rower Handle is as it s furthest forward position 4 Rethread the Bungee Shock C
14. om the hardware kit take the Bungee Hook Mount and install it onto the Rear Brace as shown Note the orientation of the Brace and hook must be correct in order to hold the end of the Bungee Shock Cord as depicted by the arrow in the illustration which points toward the front of rower Rotate Rear Brace to correct orientation before assembly onto Side Rails di yes Front of Rower Pre installed bolt T Bungee Hook Mount Rear Brace Underside Next connect the Side Rail Left 2 and Side Rail Right 2 using 4x M6x15mm Bolts 10 and Rear Brace 4 Do not tighten Side Rail Right Bumpstop SM6 x 15mm Bolts Rear Brace Tip Bumpstops facing inside of rail for correct assembly orientation Transport Wheel Assembly Transport Wheel Axle Transport Wheel oe Ki Note Transport wheels must be mounted on the outside of Side Rails as Side Rail Right pictured above O Nylock Nut Once the Rear Brace and Side Rails are assembled mount the Transport Wheel Assembly onto the Left Right Side Rails Note One washer on outside and one washer on the inside of the side rail ER not over tighten the Transport Wheel Axle as it may inhibit Transport Wheel ro ation Mounting Rower Seat and Upper Mainframe Rower Seat Seat Indentation To install the rower seat spread the Left Right Side Rails slightly and drop the Rower Seat into the track Note Seat indentation must face rearward Next install the Mainfram
15. ord on Bunoee Pulle opposite side of the Idle Wheel back S through the Bungee Pulleys and tie off at the Attachment Point ungee Shock Cord Me D Ny N D N 4 A K Recoil tension will decrease over time as the Bungee Shock Cord stretches To in crease recoil tension simply push the Inner Clip out of the Bungee Hook End Frame from behind pull the required amount of bungee through the Inner Clip and replace the Inner Clip into the Bungee Hook End Frame as shown below Hint Before reattaching the Inner Clip Bungee Hook End Frame tie a slip knot under slight tension at the lower bungee pulley This will keep the bungee under tension while reassembling the Bungee Hook End Frame 20 Troubleshooting Fault ProbableCause _____ Solution Water changes col Rower is in direct Change rower location to reduce di our or becomes sunlight or has not rect exposure to sunlight Add water cloudy had water treat treatment or change tank water as ment directed in the water treatment sec tion of this manual Consider using Local tap water is distilled water to refill tank of poor quality Rower Belt slipping Bungee not under Tighten bungee cord following the off belt bungee pul enough tension instructions in reattaching the rower ley belt section of this manual Recoil not strong enough Inconsistent read sensor gap Use the back cover of th
16. s and run ners can damage the wheels or running surface Check runners for debris prior to each use and clean regularly Note The Apollo PRO frame bolts require periodic checking for tightness Do this at the end of the first month of use and again after eve ry 12 months Choose a suitable location when standing the product for storage The Apollo PRO frame can be polished with any high grade furniture polish to further highlight the rich luster of the wood finish Install supplied 2x AA Duracell batteries and check computer function Details regarding can be found in the Computer section of this manual Choose a flat level surface on which to use your Apollo PRO Rower to avoid rocking and potential premature wear Cut Bungee tie wrap ONLY after Bungee hook is properly connected to Rear Brace Adjustable Resistance AR Tank The Adjustable Resistance AR Tank developed and patented by First Degree Fitness offers a true multi level experience Water is moved between the storage and active chambers of the AR Tank Your new Rowing Ergometer can adapt at the turn of a dial to the resistance preferred by each user in the home environment MAX This setting allows the maximum amount of water to reach the fly wheel for heaviest resistance MIN Keeps a portion of the water in reserve creating light resistance Getting Started To achieve minimum resistance select MIN on the tank adjuster It takes 10
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