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CONTENTS

Cautions and Safety ___________________________________________________ 1

Assembling your MagneTrainer _________________________________________ 2

Using the MagneTrainer with Your Legs __________________________________ 4

Using the MagneTrainer with Your Arms __________________________________ 4

Adjusting the Pedal Resistance __________________________________________ 4

Keeping the Bike in Place ______________________________________________ 5

Using the Display _____________________________________________________ 6

Care and Maintenance ________________________________________________ 7

Spare Parts __________________________________________________________ 7

Support _____________________________________________________________ 7

Contact _____________________________________________________________ 7

Optional Accessories __________________________________________________ 8

Free Software ________________________________________________________ 8

Warranty ___________________________________________________________ 9

Cautions and Safety

Cautions

Failure to observe these warnings could result in physical injury or damage to the
MagneTrainer.



Use the MagneTrainer indoors on a level surface. Keep the MagneTrainer away from
moisture and dust.



Make sure that the pedals are on tight. Loose pedals will slowly come undone. Using the
bike with loose pedals can damage the threads on the crank arms. Stripped crank-arm
threads are not covered by the warranty.



Wear suitable clothing when using the MagneTrainer. Do not wear loose clothing that could
become caught on the bike. Always wear athletic shoes.



Do not subject the bike to heavy shock or treat it excessively. Do not disassemble or
modify it. Doing so will void the warranty.



The Magnetrainer has sealed bearings and is maintenance free. Lubricants are not
necessary and can actually damage the bike.



Do not place the bike in a location where it will be in contact with direct sunlight or where
it will be exposed to high temperatures or excessive humidity.

Safety

Warning! To reduce the risk of serious injury, please read the following precautions before
using the MagneTrainer.



Read all instructions in this manual before using the MagneTrainer. Use the MagneTrainer
only as described.



It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of the MagneTrainer are
adequately informed of all precautions.



Never use this device after drinking alcohol; doing so is dangerous and could result in
serious injury or accident.



Do not place this device in a location where it may cause an obstruction. Do not leave the
device unattended after use. Be sure to move and store it in a safe place to avoid injury.



If using the Velcro® tether, remove it between uses to avoid a tripping hazard.

Consult Your Physician

It is always important to consult your physician before starting an exercise program. This is
particularly true if any of the following apply to your current medical condition:



Chest pain or pain in the neck and/or arm



Shortness of breath



A diagnosed heart condition



Joint and/or bone problems



Currently taking cardiac and/or blood pressure medications



Have not previously been physically active



Dizziness or blurred vision



Those with physical handicaps should use this device only under supervision.

If none of these apply to you then start gradually and sensibly. However, if you feel any of the
physical symptoms listed above when you start your exercise program, contact your physician
right away. If one or more of the statements listed above applies for you,

see your physician

before beginning an exercise program. An exercise-stress test may

be used to help plan your

exercise program.

Assembling your MagneTrainer

Step 1: Install the Fixed Leg

Remove the nuts and washers from the

Fixed

Leg

Align the bolts of the

Fixed Leg

with the holes

in the

Bike

, and push the bolts through the

holes.

Attach a washer and a nut to each bolt and
tighten securely using the

Tool

Step 2: Install the Adjustable Leg

Place the bike on a hard flat surface.

Insert the

Adjustable Leg

into the

Bike

Then screw the

Wing Nut

into the

Bike

and

tighten by hand.

For the maximum stability, extend the

Adjustable Leg

as far out as possible.

Step 3: Install the Pedals

Screw the left pedal into
the left pedal arm
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE.

Screw the right pedal
into the right pedal arm
CLOCKWISE.

IMPORTANT!

Tighten the pedals well using the
tool!

Using the bike with loose pedals will
damage the pedal arm threads.

Damaged pedal arm threads are
NOT covered under the warranty.

Step 4: Install the LCD Display

Plug the

Connector

into the

Display

. Then

carefully slide the

Display

onto the

Display

Bracket

Using the MagneTrainer with Your Legs

Start at the Minimum Resistance

When you first get the bike, start off at the lowest pedal resistance setting. Gradually increase
the tension as you get used to pedaling the bike downward. It’s easier to learn how to use the
bike correctly at the lower resistances.

Pedal Downward (Very Important!

)

The most important advice we can give you is
to pedal downward. This will keep the bike in
place. If the bike is sliding or rocking forward,
then you are pedaling incorrectly. Sitting in a
taller chair will force you to pedal downward,
however you can pedal downward even when
sitting on a couch or a low chair.

Point your Toes Forward

If you point your toes upward, your heels may
hit the ground or the

Fixed Leg

. If this happens,

simply rotate your feet so that they are pointing
more toward the forward direction.

Using the MagneTrainer with Your Arms

Place the bike on a table top to exercise your
arms. You can pedal in the forward and reverse
directions to work different muscle groups.

If the bike rocks forward, concentrate on pedaling
more in the downward direction.

Start at the Minimum Resistance

When you first get the bike, start off at the lowest pedal resistance setting. Gradually increase
the tension as you get used to pedaling the bike.

Keep the Dycem Pads Clean

The Dycem® pads keep the bike from sliding. You should periodically clean the pads with dish
soap and warm water to insure the best traction. See next page for details.

Adjusting the Pedal Resistance

Turn the knob clockwise to make it harder to pedal. Turn it
counter-clockwise to make it easier to pedal.

Important! It takes approximately 5 complete rotations of the
knob to go from minimum pedal resistance to maximum pedal
resistance. The knob will stop rotating when you reach the
minimum and maximum settings. This gives you fine, gradual
control over the pedal resistance.

Keeping the Bike in Place

Pedal the Bike Downward

The most important advice we can give you is to pedal downward. This will keep the bike in
place. See previous page for details.

Extend the Adjustable Leg

For maximum stability the

Adjustable Leg

should be extended as far out as possible.
A longer base provides the best stability.

Keep the Dycem® Pads Clean (Optional)

There are two Dycem® pads attached to the feet of the

Adjustable Leg

. Dycem® is a specialized rubber that has an

amazing grip. This keeps the bike in place on slick floors, tables
and even slippery carpet. Over time, dirt will collect on the pads,
reducing their grip. You can clean these pads with dish soap and
warm water. Cleaning the Dycem® pads is optional.

Note; if you pedal the bike forward you will likely shear off the
Dycem® pads. Remember to pedal downward.

Using the Velcro

Tether (Optional)

The MagneTrainer™ comes with two Velcro® straps. One strap has hooks and the other has
loops. These can be used to create a tether to keep the bike and the chair together.

Do I need the Tether?

Most people don’t need the tether. Pedaling the bike downward will keep it in place; even on
slick surfaces. The tether may be needed if you use a rolling chair on a smooth surface. In this
case, the tether keeps the chair from rolling away from the bike.

Installation:

Attach the two Velcro® straps together to
make one loop.
The loop goes,



Around the chair leg/s or base
(keep as low as possible),



Over the top of the

Fixed Leg

the MagneTrainer™,



And under the MagneTrainer™
frame.

Adjust the length of the loop so that it is
tight when you pedal the bike.

Important!

Remove the tether when not using the
bike to avoid a tripping hazard!

Using the Display

How to Read the Display

There are two numbers displayed on the
monitor, one on the top and one on the bottom.

Top Number:

The top number always displays your pedal
speed, in miles per hour.

Bottom Number:

The bottom number can display Distance,
Calories or Time.

The Function Button

Press this button to change what is displayed by
the bottom number. Each time you press the

Function Button

the

Indicator

Arrow

moves

between,



TIME (total Time pedaled),



DIST (total Distance pedaled, in miles),



CAL (total Calories burned),



SCAN.

The

Indicator Arrow

points to the function that is being displayed. For example, in the picture

the

Indicator Arrow

is pointing to DIST, so the lower number displays the total distance

pedaled.

What is SCAN?

When SCAN is selected, the lower number will cycle between displaying Time, Distance and
Calories. Each will be displayed for about 6 seconds. Another

Indicator Arrow

will point to the

function (Time, Distance or Calories) that is being displayed.

How to Reset Total Time, Total Distance and Calories

Time, Distance and Calories are accumulated as you pedal. To reset these all to zero, press
and hold the

Function Button

for at least 3 seconds.

How to Turn the Display On and Off

The display turns on automatically when you pedal the bike. You can also turn the display on
by pressing the

Function Button

. You do not need to turn the display off. It will turn off

automatically a few minutes after you stop pedaling.

Are the Calories on the Display Accurate?

Only if the pedal resistance is at maximum. All mini exercise bikes (and many full-sized bikes)
do not measure the power put into the bike. Measuring power is very expensive, but it is
needed for a reasonable calculation.

How to Get Accurate Calorie Counts

We’ve created a free Calorie Calculator (see the section

Free Software

) which solves this

problem. It uses your gender, height, weight, age, pedal speed and the MagneTrainer knob
setting to calculate calories burned. It also calculates the wattage of the bike from the
resistance knob position and your pedal speed. See the section

Free Software

for more

information.

Care and Maintenance

No Lubrication Needed

The MagneTrainer contains sealed bearings for years of maintenance-free use. No lubrication
is needed. In fact, some lubricants contain chemicals that can actually harm the bearings.

Clean the Dycem® Pads (optional)

There are two Dycem® pads attached to the feet of the

Adjustable

Leg

. Dycem® is a specialized rubber that has an amazing grip. This

keeps the bike in place on wood floors, tables and even carpet. Over
time, dirt will collect on the pads, reducing their grip. You can clean
these pads with soap and warm water. Cleaning the Dycem® pads is
optional.

Always pedal the bike downward. If you pedal the bike forward, the
pads can be sheared off. You can purchase replacement Dycem® pads in the spare parts
section of

www.MagneTrainer.com

Spare Parts

Spare parts are available at

www.MagneTrainer.com

in the spare parts section.

Support

The best place to look for answers is the MagneTrainer website

www.MagneTrainer.com

If you don’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to call or email us with your questions or
suggestions.

Contact

Phone:

1-877-426-3292

Email:

support@3dinnovations.com

Optional Accessories

There are several optional accessories available to customize the MagneTrainer to your
situation.

Some of these are listed below,



Ergonomic Hand Pedals

– Place your hands in a more natural position



Large Foot Pedals

– Larger area and longer straps



Medical-Level Foot Pedals

– holds your feet securely in place



Quick-Connects

- Enables you to quickly switch between 2 sets of pedals



PC Interface

- Logs and tracks your exercise progress; also let’s your bike interact

with our free cycle racing software; See the section

Free Software

for a list of the

available free software



Cardio PC Interface

- Same as the PC interface; Additionally measures and logs

your heart rate



Wider and Taller Adjustable Leg

– Makes the bike more stable; It raises the far

side of the bike and widens the base; This option was originally designed for those
who have difficulty using the bike because of medical conditions;



Custom Leg Set for Hospital Chairs

- Raises the bike and widens the base;

designed for the taller hospital chairs



Display with Large Text –

For optically challenged individuals

Visit the MagneTrainer website

www.MagneTrainer.com

for a complete list of accessories.

Free Software

Visit our website to download free software to assist you with your exercise goals.

Software that does not require a PC Interface



Calorie Calculator

– Provides accurate calculation of calories burned when using the

bike. Uses your height, weight, gender, and age for improved accuracy. Also calculates
the wattage of the bike from the knob setting and pedal speed.

Software that requires one of our PC Interfaces



Goal Setting

– Set a goal and the software will track your progress.



Exercise History Viewer

– Keeps track, and displays your exercise history.



Coach

– Motivates you to keep pedaling while using your computer. Pops up a window

when you are not pedaling within the range of pedal speeds that you choose



Cycle Racing Simulator

– Race against yourself with this cycle racing simulator; the

faster you pedal the faster your racer goes; The shadow racer always races at your
best speed; you can select how long or how far you want to race

Where Can I Get the Software?

Visit

www.MagneTrainer.com

for a complete list of software.

Feel free to email us at

support@3dinnovations.coms

with any suggestions or comments about

our software.

Warranty

We stand behind our products. The MagneTrainer and its accessories are covered by a one
year warranty on all parts and labor. This warranty is for US customers only; outside of the
US, the warranty depends on your local retailer.

What is covered?

3D Innovations warrants the MagneTrainer and accessories against defects in material or
workmanship for a full year from the date of purchase. 3D Innovations will, at its option,
repair or replace the object.



Parts:

All parts are covered under this warranty.



Labor:

All labor is covered under this warranty. In most cases a local bike shop can

perform the repairs and the labor charge is reimbursed to the customer.



Shipping:

For the first 30 days, 3D Innovations pays for all shipping. After the first 30

days, 3D Innovations pays for the shipping to the customer and the customer pays for
the shipping to 3D Innovations. In most cases there will be no shipping cost since a
local bike shop can perform most repairs. The labor charge of the bike shop is
reimbursed to the customer by 3D Innovations.

What is not covered?

This warranty does not cover damage caused by neglect, abuse or misuse.

How do I get Service?

Contact us by phone or by email to request a warranty repair.
Please provide your invoice number and a description of the problem.

Phone:

1-877-426-3292 option 2

Email:

support@3dinnovations.com

www.3DInnovations.com

3D Innovations, LLC.

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