WaterRower M1 SERIES Owner's Manual - page 5
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The surface of the Rails must be kept clean to prevent dust and dirt from
deteriorating the Seat Wheels; the rails can be cleaned by wiping with a
damp cloth. The surface of the tank can be cleaned, however, please ensure
you read the instructions for any cleaning fluids prior to use:
DO NOT USE
METHYLATED SPIRITS, CHLORATES, BLEACH OR AMMONIA BASED FLUIDS
WHEN CLEANING ANY PART OF YOUR WATERROWER.
The use of improper
cleaning products could void the warranty.
STORAGE OF YOUR WATERROWER
Your WaterRower can be stored upright. Lift the rear leg end, pull
the WaterRower towards you and use the momentum to stand it in
an upright position. When storing the WaterRower, please ensure
the seat is in the forward position (close to the footboard). The use and/or
storage of the WaterRower in inclement weather, including but not limited, to
extreme temperatures and moisture could void the warranty.
USING YOUR WATERROWER
The Rowing Action uses 84% of your muscle mass; from the tips of the fingers
holding the handle/oars, to the balls of the feet connected to the footboard/
boat, all the muscles between these 2 points contribute to the Rowing Action.
The Rowing Action is comprised of both fast (drive phase) and slow (recovery
phase) movements. It is important to combine these 2 movements into a
rhythm in order to create a smooth, flowing, unhurried Rowing Action. The
diagrams below show 3 basic movements of the rowing action.
CATCH POSITION
Sitting tall, arms straight reaching
forward, shoulders relaxed, head up, eyes
looking forward, legs compressed and
shins vertical.
DRIVE PHASE
Drive back with the legs, arms hang off the
handle and only begin to bend once handle
is above the knees, torso is strong with
good posture and body angle opens up
slowly as you drive the legs.
RELEASE POSITION
Legs straight, handle drawn to chest,
sitting back just past the vertical, torso
firm, shoulders relaxed, head up and eyes
looking forward.