Nautilus NB 3000 Owner's Manual - Operation
OPERATION
HOW TO USE YOUR NAUTILUS BIKE
> Seat Adjustment
Proper seat height helps ensure maximum exercise efficiency and comfort, while
reducing the risk of injury.
1. Seated on the bike, place both feet in the pedals. Rotate one pedal to the fur-
thest most position. On the upright bike this will mean having then pedal at the 6
o’clock position (Fig. 1), on the recumbent it will mean having the pedal at the 4
o’clock position (Fig. 2). In this position you should have a slight bend in your knee
as shown.
2. If your leg is too straight or your foot cannot touch the pedal, you will need to
lower the seat. If your leg is bent too much, you will need to raise the seat.
> Foot positioning/pedal strap adjustment
1. Place the ball of each foot on the pedals. Rotate the pedals until one foot is
within arm’s reach. Then, carefully reach down and fasten the rubber strap over your
shoe and secure it to the pedal by slipping the nub at the end of the pedal through
one of the slots in the strap. Pull down the strap until it snaps into place. (Fig. 3)
2. Repeat for the other foot.
3. Point your toes and knees directly forward to ensure maximum pedal efficiency.
Pedal straps can be left in place for subsequent workouts.
4. If you have a narrow foot, you can position the rubber strap in a tighter location.
With your feet off the pedals, slide the rubber strap into the slot in the pedal.
Secure the strap to the nub underneath the pedal.
> Beginning Your Workout
Once you are in position and sitting comfortably, slowly begin pedaling with your
hands resting on the handlebars. Pedal at an easy pace and low resistance until you
feel secure and comfortable. Then try experimenting with the range of resistance
levels available.
> Upper Body Positioning
For added enjoyment, comfort and variety during your workout, experiment with
moving your hands and arms to various positions on the padded handlebars.
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