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INTRODUCTION

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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BENEFITS OF EXERCISE

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MEDICAL/SAFETY NOTICE

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

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FEATURES OF THE AIR MAGNETIC ROWER

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TRAINING TIPS

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TRAINING GUIDELINES

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SETTING UP YOUR ROWER

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CORRECT ROWING GUIDE

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STRETCHING

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INTRODUCTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome to the world of the Air Magnetic Rower. The

R70i Dual Mode Rower is one of the finest and most

comprehensive rowing machines available. We know

as we have been designing rowing machines for over

a decade.

By choosing Air Magnetic Rower, you have made a

decision that will improve the health and fitness and

well being for you and your family. Being fit and

healthy will improve your energy levels and your qual-

ity of life.

Cardiovascular training is vital for all ages and the Air

Magnetic Rower 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.

All you need to do is to spend 15 to 30 minutes three

times a week to start seeing the benefits of a regular

exercise program on the Air Magnetic Rower.

We want you to enjoy the full benefits of your exercise

program and so we recommend that you read this

manual thoroughly and by doing so you will:

MEDICAL / SAFETY NOTICE

BENEFITS OF EXERCISE

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Regular exercise improves both the quality and

quantity of life.

The benefits of regular participation in a well-

balanced fitness program include:

1. Weight loss

2. Improved body shape and definition

3. Increased muscle mass, strength, endurance,

power and definition

4. Enhanced flexibility

5. Increased metabolism

6. Injury prevention

7. Improved self-esteem

8. Improved aerobic fitness

9. Improved coordination and agility

A regular exercise program will improve the quality of

your life, give you more energy and slow down the

aging process.

Fifteen to thirty minutes, three times a week, or only

one and a half hours a week is a small price to pay

for huge benefits of a regular exercise program.

Failure to read and follow the safety instructions

below and in the Owner’s Manual may result in

serious injury or even death.

1. Read the Owner’s manual and all safety instruc-

tions thoroughly and familiarize yourself with the Air

Magnetic Rower before using it.

2. Before beginning any exercise program, consult

your physician. He or she can help evaluate your

present fitness level and determine the exercise

program that is the most appropriate for your age

and physical condition.

3. If you experience any pain or tightness in your

chest, irregular heartbeat, and shortness of breath,

faintness or unusual discomfort during exercising,

stop and consult a physician before continuing.

4. Adult supervision is required at all times when a

child is on or near the Rower.

5. Keep fingers and limbs, loose clothing and hair

away from moving parts.

6. All equipment should be checked for wear before

each use. Do not use this equipment unless all

moving parts are working correctly.

7. Care should be taken when getting on or off this

or any exercise equipment

8. Use only the accessory attachments recom-

mended by the manufacturer.

9. All equipment should be set up and operated on

solid, level surfaces.

Your Rower is made of the highest quality materials.

It is so important that you take care of your Rower

on a regular basis.

1. Your Air Magnetic Rower is for indoor use only

and should not be used or stored in damp areas.

Wipe all perspiration from your Air Magnetic Rower

after each use.

2. The Air Magnetic Rower should be dusted and

cleaned on a regular basis to stop build-up of dust.

Use Windex or an alcohol-based cleaner on a clean

cloth on a regular basis. Do not use any abrasive

cleaners, as this will damage the surface.

3. To ensure that the seat runs smoothly the roller

track of the monorail and the rollers need special

cleaning with oil based furniture polish.

4. Regularly check tightness of nuts, bolts and pins,

etc.

FEATURES OF THE AIR

MAGNETIC ROWER

CHEST BAND TRANSMITTER

(OPTIONAL)

The Air Magnetic Rower allows you all the advan-

tages of a full sized rowing machine in a compact,

folding design.

The Air Magnetic Rower provides smooth and

variable exercise capabilities with:

Full range Resistance Control

Rotating Foot Pedals

Ergonomic rowing action

Full Electronics package.

Strong stable frame.

Chest Band Pulse Transmitter (Optional)

DESIGNS NOTE.

The return spring on this Air Mag-

netic Rower has been designed with the lights

possible force. There is more than sufficient spring

tension to recoil the polyester strap regardless of the

return speed of the handle to the start position.

The reason for the light return spring is to give the

user an improved level of exercise by increasing the

benefit to the hamstring group of muscles at the rear

of the thigh.

This muscle group is called upon when the user

moves the seat forward.

We have faithfully duplicated the “normal” rowing

action one would get when rowing on water where

the oar is not pulled forward.

HANDLEBAR

STABILIZER - FRONT

ADAPTOR

SOCKET

FOOT PEDAL

PIVOT LOCK BAR HANDLE

TRANSPORTATION WHEEL

ALUMINUM BEAM

COMPUTER

SEAT

PIVOT HANDLE

FOOT STRAP

SEAT CARRIAGE STOPPER

STABILIZER - REAR

STANDARD CAP

TRAINNING TIPS

TRAINING GUIDELINES

Rowing machines have been around for many

years and where perhaps one of the first

indoor exercise machines on the market.

Almost everyone knows how to row on one of

these machines and there is very little one can

do wrong. However, there are few pointers we

can give you to reduce strain on your back and

other joints and muscles. Rowing, more than

any other aerobic exercise, utilizes the back

muscles and the spine to transfer the pulling

force from the arms (holding the handle) to the

legs (providing most the pulling power).

To reduce exercisive strain on the back

muscles, spine, shoulders, arms and wrists we

strongly suggest taht you to keep your back

straight throughout the entire rowing action.

When moving forward to the start position

bend at the hips, don’t overreach (trying to

stretch forward too much) and keep your arms

straight. Pull the handle to your stomach, not

your chest and keep your elbows in at your

sides during the entire stroke with your wirists

straight.

EXERCISE

Exercise is one of the most important factors in the

overall health of an individual. Listed among its

benefits are:

Increased capacity for physical work(strength

endurance)

Increased cardiovascular (heart and arteries /

veins) and respiratory efficiency.

Decreased risk of coronary heart disease changes

in body metabolism, e.g. losing weight.

Delaying the physiological effects of age physi-

ological effects, e.g. reduction in stress, increase in

self-confidence, etc.

Your Rower’s unique design provides an excellent

opportunity for a high level of overall fitness.

Basic Components of Physical Fitness

There are four all-encompassing components of

physical fitness and we need to briefly define each

and clarify its role.

Strength

is the capacity of a muscle to exert a force

against resistance. Strength contributes to power

and speed and is of great importance to a majority of

sports people.

Muscular Endurance

is the capacity to exert a

force repeatedly over a period of time, e.g. it is the

capacity of your legs to carry you 0 km without stop-

ping.

Flexibility

is the range of motion about a joint.

Improving flexibility involves the stretching of

muscles and tendons to maintain or increase

suppleness, and provides increased resistance to

muscle injury or soreness.

Cardio-Respiratory Endurance

is the most

essential component of physical fitness. It is the

efficient functioning of the heart and lungs.

What to wear

Wear clothing that will not restrict your movement in

any way while exercising.

Cloths should be light enough to allow the body to

cool. Excessive clothing that causes you to perspire

more than you normally would while exercising,

gives you no advantage. The extra weight you lose

is body fluid and will be replaced with the next glass

of water you drink.

It is advisable to wear a pair of gym or running shoes

or “sneakers”.

Breathing During Exercise

Do not hold your breath while exercising. Breathe

normally as much as possible. Remember, breath-

ing involves the intake and distribution of oxygen,

which feeds the working muscles.

Rest Periods

Once you start your exercise program, you should

continue through to the end. Do not break off

halfway through and then restart at the same place

later on without going through the warm-up stage

again.

The rest period required between strength training

exercises may vary from person to person. This will

depend mostly on your level of fitness and the

program you have chosen. Rest between exercises

by all means. Most people manage with half minute

to one-minute rest periods.

IMPORTANT: Clear a workout area 1 x 2.5 Meters before setting-up your Air Magnetic Rower. Ensure the floor is solid and level.

Transportation Storage

Your Rower has transportation wheels located at

the middle. This enables you easily move the

Rower from room to room.

Do not attempt to transport the Rower without

the PIVOT LOCK BAR firmly engaged.

This machine should be stored in indoor and

clean space that avoids the humidity and heat.

And for the safety purpose ,this machine should

be kept out of child’s reach.

SETTING UP YOUR ROWER

Unfolding

Warning : To avoid serious injury, keep

fingers/hands/feet away from the fold-

ing hinge when unfolding and folding

the Rower.

1. Step on the PIVOT LOCK BAR HANDLE with

one hand supporting the ALUMINUM BEAM.

2. Slightly put the ALUMINUM BEAM down on

the ground.

3. Lift up the ALUMINUM BEAM by pulling up the

PIVOT HANDLE until “CLICK” sound is heard.

4. Ensure the PIVOT LOCK BAR HANDLE at the

correct position.

Folding

1. Hold the PIVOT HANDLE with right hand and

raise up the ALUMINUM BEAM.

2. Push down the PIVOT LOCK BAR HANDLE

with left hand to release the folding hinge and

slowly let the TRANSPORTION WHEELS reach

the ground.

3. Pull the ALUMINUM BEAM up to the folding

position until “CLICK” sound is heard.

4. Ensure the PIVOT LOCK BAR HANDLE at the

correct position.

correct position

SETTING UP YOUR ROWER

Getting on Safely

Getting on safely is a simple procedure. Just be

careful that the SEAT is directly underneath you

before sitting down.

1. Straddle the ALUMINUM BEAM .

2. Correctly position the SEAT beneath you.

3. Sit down taking care that the SEAT has not

moved.

Computer Angle Adjustment

The COMPUTER is designed to rotate and

giving you angle adjustment.

NOTE: The rotation of the computer arm pivot has been

designed only for the packaging purpose, there is no

height adjustment function. The user can only adjust the

computer arm pivot to the designed position as shown

on the below diagram.

Hold the COMPUTER with both hands as shown

in the diagram above. Rotate and pivot the COM-

PUTER to the desired angle.

Foot Strap Release & Adjustment

The foot pedals are equipped with quick releas-

ing foot strap that are easy to adjust. The foot

pedals also pivot to allow the feet to move with

rowing.

Loosen the Velcro straps and adjust your feet

accordingly. Pull on the strap to tighten the strap

around your feet. Secure the Velcro down as

shown in the diagram above.

CORRECT ROWING GUIDE

Over Reaching

INCORRECT

The body stretches too far forward. The shins

may be past vertical. The head and shoulders

tend to drop towards the feet. The body is in a

weak position for the stroke.

SOLUTION

The shins are vertical. The body is pressed up to

the legs. The arms are fully extended and

relaxed, body tilted slightly forward. This position

should feel comfortable.

Rowing with Arms Bent

INCORRECT

The user starts the stroke by pulling with the

arms rather than pushing with the legs.

SOLUTION

The user starts the stroke by pushing the legs

and bracing the back with the arms fully

extended and relaxed.

Bent Wrists

INCORRECT

The user bends their wrists at any time through

the stroke.

SOLUTION

Always row with flat wrists through the entire

stroke.

CORRECT ROWING GUIDE

Pulling the Body to the Handle

INCORRECT

At the finish, the user, instead of pulling the

handle to the body, pulls themselves forward to

the handle.

CORRECT

At the finish the user leans back slightly, holds

the legs down and draws the handle to the body

using the upper body as a firm platform.

Flying Elbows

INCORRECT

The users elbows are sticking out from the body

at the finish and the handle is at chest level.

CORRECT

Draw the handle to the body. The wrists are flat

and the elbows pass close to the body. Elbows

extend behind the body as the handle is drawn to

the waist.

Locking the Knees

INCORRECT

At the end of the stroke the user locks the knees

making the legs straight.

CORRECT

Always keep the legs slightly bend in the fully

extended position..do not lock the knees.

STRETCHING

Stretching should be included in both your warm

up and cool down, and should be performed after

3-5 minutes of low intensity aerobic activity or

calisthenic type exercise. Movements should be

performed slowly and smoothly, with no bouncing

or jerking. Move into the stretch until slight

tension, not pain, is felt in the muscle and hold for

20-30 seconds. Breathing should be slow, rhyth-

mical and under control, making sure never to

hold your breath.

1. Quadriceps Stretch

Reach behind body with

one hand, grasp top of

foot and pull heel toward

buttocks while maintaining

an erect and upright

posture. Hold for 20-30

seconds and release.

Repeat for opposite leg.

3.Back Stretch

With arms extended and

hips directly over feet,

lower upper body below

hand level by bending at

the knees. Hold for 20-30

seconds and release.

6.Buttocks,Hips,

Abdominal Stretch

While keeping both shoul-

ders in contact With the

ground, gently pull knee

toward the ground. Hold

for 20-30 seconds and

release. Repeat for oppo-

site side.

7.Inner Thigh Stretch

With soles of feet together,

lean forward from the waist

while applying downward

pressure to the inside of

the knees. Hold for 20-30

seconds and release.

8.Chest, Shoulder,

Upper Arm Stretch

Move buttocks forward

away from arms while

keeping arms extended

back and palms on

ground. Hold for 20-30

seconds and release.

4.Rear Upper Arm

Stretch

Grasp elbow and pull hand

toward midline of the body

while maintaining an erect

and upright posture. Hold

for 20-30 seconds. Repeat

for opposite leg.

5.Hamstring, Lower

Back Stretch

Holding thigh against

upper body, extend leg

toward ceiling. Hold for

20-30 seconds. Repeat for

opposite leg.

2. Calf, Achilles Stretch

Keeping back leg straight

and foot flat on floor with

toes pointed straight

ahead, move hips forward

by bending knee on the

front leg. Hold for 20-30

seconds and release.

Repeat for opposite leg.

Aerobic Fitness

The largest amount of oxygen that you can use per

minute during exercise is called your

maximum

oxygen uptake

(MVO2). This is often refered to as

your

aerobic capacity.

The effort that you can exert over a prolonged period

of time is limited by your ability to deliver oxygen to

the working muscles. Regular vigorous exercise

produces a training effect that can 30%. An

increased Mov2 indicates an increased ability of the

heart to pump blood, of the lungs to ventilate oxygen

and of the muscles to take up oxygen.

Anaerobic Training

This means “without oxygen” and is the output of

energy when the oxygen supply is insufficient to

meet the body’s long-term energy demands. (For

example, 100-meter sprint).

The Training Threshold

This is the minimum level of exercise, which is

required to produce significant improvements in any

physical fitness parameter.

Progression

As you become fitter, a higher intensity of exercise is

required to create an overload and therefore

provides continued improvement.

Overload

This is where you exercise at a level above that

which can be carried out comfortably. The intensity,

duration and frequency of exercise should be above

the training threshold and should be gradually

increased as the body adapts to the increasing

demands. As your fitness level improves, so the

training threshold should be raised. Working through

your program and gradually increasing the overload

factor is important.

Specificity

Different forms of exercise produce different results.

The type of exercise that is carried out is specific

both to the muscle groups being used and to the

energy source involved. There is little transfer of the

effects of exercise, e.g. from strength training to

cardiovascular fitness. That is why it is important to

have an exercise program tailored to your specific

needs.

Reversibility

If you stop exercising or do not do your program

often enough, you will lose the benefits you have

gained. Regular workouts are the key to success.

Warm Up

Every exercise program should start with a warm up

where the body is prepared for the effort to come. It

should be gentle and preferably use the Stretching

should be included in both your warm up and cool

down, and should be performed after 3~5 minutes

of low intensity aerobic activity or callisthenic type

exercise.

Warm Down or Cool Down

This involves a gradual decrease in the intensity of

the exercise session. Following exercise, a large

supply of blood remains in the working muscles. If it

is not returned promptly to the central circulation,

pooling of blood may occur in the muscles.

Heart Rate

As you exercise, so the rate at which your heart beat

also increases. This is often used as a measure of

the required intensity of exercise. You need to exer-

cise hard enough to condition your circulatory

system, and increase your heart rate, but not

enough to strain your heart.

Your initial level of fitness is important in developing

an exercise program for you. If you are starting off,

you can get a good training effect with a heart rate of

110-120 beats per minute (BPM). If you are fitter,

you will need a higher threshold of stimulation.

To begin with, you should exercise at a level that

elevates your heart rate to about 65 to 70% of your

maximum heart rate. If you find this is too easy, you

may want to increase it, but it is better to lean on the

conservative side.

As a rule of thumb, the maximum heart rate is 220

BPM minus your age. As you increase in age, so

your heart, like other muscles, loses some of its

efficiency. Some of its nature loss is won back as

fitness improves.

The following table is a quide for those who are

“starting fitness”.

Age

Target Heart Rate

10 Second

Count

Beats per

Minute

Age

Target Heart Rate

10 Second

Count

Beats per

Minute

Pulse Count

The pulse count (on your wrist or carotid artery in the

neck, taken with two index fingers) is done for ten

seconds, taken a few seconds after you stop exercis-

ing. This is for two reasons: (a) 10 seconds is long

enough for accuracy, (b) the pulse count is to

approximate your BMP rate at the time you are exer-

cising. Since heart rate slows as you recover, a

longer count isn’t as accurate.

The target is not a magic number, but a general

guide. If you are above average fitness, you may

work quite comfortably a little above that suggested

for your age group.

The following table is a guide to those who are keep-

ing fit. Here we are working at about 80% of maxi-

mum.

Don’t push yourself too hard to reach the figures on

this table. It can be very uncomfortable if you overdo

it. Let it happen naturally as you work through your

program. Remember, the target is a guide, not a rule,

a little above or below is just fine.

Two final comments: (1) don’t be concerned with day

to day variations in your pulse rate, being under pres-

sure or not enough sleep can affect it; (2) your pulse

rate is a guide, don’t become a slave to it.

Endurance Circuit Training

Cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength, flexibil-

ity and coordination are all necessary for maximum

fitness. The principle behind circuit training is to give

a person all the essentials at one time by going

through your exercise program moving as fast as

possible between each exercise. This increases the

heart rate and sustains it, which circuit training effect

until you have reached an advantaged program

stage.

Periodization

This is the term used to vary your exercise program

for both physiological and psychological benefits. In

your overall program, you should vary the workload,

frequency and intensity. The body responds better to

variety and so do you. In addition, when you feel

yourself getting “stale”, bring in periods of lighter

exercise to allow the body to recuperate and restore

its reserves. You will enjoy your program more and

feel better for it.

Muscle Soreness

For the first week or so, this may be the only indica-

tion you have that you are on exercise program. This,

of course, does depend on your overall fitness level.

A confirmation that you are on the correct program is

a very slight soreness in most major muscle groups.

This is quite normal and will disappear in a matter of

days.

If you experience major discomfort, you may be on a

program that is too advanced or you have increased

your program too rapidly.

If you experience PAIN during or after exercise, your

body is telling you something. Stop exercising and

consult your doctor.

DUAL MODE ROWER WARRANTY

The manufacturer warrants that its products are free of defects in workmanship and

materials, and will repair or replace defective parts, free of charge, for a period of

one year from the date of purchase.

This warranty is valid only in accordance with the following conditions:

1.This warranty applies to the DUAL MODE ROWER product only while the products

remain in the possession of the original purchaser and proof of purchase is

demonstrated.

2.This warranty applies to residential use only (unless specifically stated by the

manufacturer to be warranted for institutional use) and is void when used in a

non-residential environment.

3.This warranty excludes misuse, abuse, alteration, improper service, or on DUAL

MODE ROWER product modifications.

4.This warranty is in lieu of all warranties, expressed or implied, and/or all other

obligations or liabilities on the part of the manufacturer, and we neither assume

nor authorize any person to assume for us any other obligation or liability in

connection with the sale of this product, Under no circum-stances shall the

manufacturer be liable by virtue of this warranty or otherwise for damage to any

person or property whatsoever for any special , indirect, incidental, secondary or

consequential damage of any nature whatsoever arising out of the use or inability

to use this product