How exactly do I increase or decrease the resistance? All I see is program modes on the dashboard.
784185
It is fairly simple. Once you select the program type, then you can increase or decrease the resistance with the same buttons. I personally only use the first program which is a flat run. So I am not sure if you can adjust resistance on the other programs they have. Hope that helps
1331060
To select the program, turn on rower by pressing red start button, the "program" box on the screen will start flashing the number "1", pressing the up/down arrows changes the program, when you get to the program you want (you'll see the black bars change below on the screen showing how the resistance will change), press red button to start that program. Hope this helps :)
1510075
it does have resistance by turning knob clockwise for more and counterclockwise for less
841809
They changed the control panel and it's really weird... I fiddled around and if you hold temp and temp up buttons simultaneously, it can be moved up. However, I just tried it on mine and it's been a few months and it got a little wonky...very cold out . So be careful and if I get to the right sequence and remember I'll repost and update. Good luck !
274032
The "resistance setting" is technically infinitely variable ie As you adjust the Adjustment Screw it increases or decreases the amount of squeeze that the resistance break applies to the rotary shaft of the pedals. As such, the longer you use it, the hotter it gets due to friction. As you use it,you may have to loosen the Adj. screw to maintain the same resistance (as dictated by my husband *grin*)
2009627
I wish I could be of more help, but I have no idea. I know that I can hear things moving in there when I turn the unit off or reduce the resistance or when it turn it on and increase the resistance. Perhaps you are using one of the exercise programs (which I don't use) and the resistance is changing. All this is pure speculation. I have no idea. If it is under warranty (or an extended warranty e.g. American Express), I'd call Schwin and see what Schwin CS has to say. I wish you the best of luck.
426541
I have no resistance on the black tab on each end. Whether I want to lock it in upright position or collapsed position.
1835628
Mine seems to have similar resistance so it might just be your unit. FYI I reprogramed the horizontal scroll to do forward and back and find this more intuitive. HTH
1157934
That's very plausible, Joe.However, changing the resistance could also be equivalent to keeping the same gear ratio, but pedaling uphill, which is what the user manual suggests is the effect of adding resistance.Thanks!
474678
There is no adjustment to the resistance. It's designed to provide more resistance the faster your speed is.
1756459
Re. adjustable tension. With the programs available, you could choose a screen course with 'mountains' or 'hills' and I think that would give you the resistance you want. I'm 78, my husband is 83 and we just use the basic more level-ground program. It's a fine machine.
1699260
It comes with directions to increase and decrease resistance and some instruction. Some of the reviews have great suggestions for usage. Basically, you start from the lowest resistance and complete as many comfortable deep breaths as possible. Gradually increase resistance from that point and use regularly.
1906978
You can continue to use it as is, but you cannot change the resistance. The fix MIGHT be relatively cheap, if it's the monitor. Mine failed when an internal component went bad, and it was impossible to get to. It ended up out on the curb.
1301639
As you shift gears on your bike you do get more resistance. However, the trainer magnetic resistance shifter gives you the ability to add even more resistance. As you first start to use the trainer use the lowest setting. As you build strength and stamina you may want to increase the resistance over time. Or you can use it to simulate the drag of going up hill. I use it with a handcycle and I like the resistance option. My handcycle has 24" wheels and I needed this adapter to make it work.
556406
I am doing the same thing, did you just desolder the board pot and run wires to your new one? Also what would the effect be if using a higher resistance pot instead of a 5k? Thank you.
1702999
There is an adjustment screw on the sending unit that will increase sensitivity. I would try that before digging it up. The owners manual is online to assist in locating the adjustment screw.
1815183
It's just that. Powerful magnets create the resistance. Several programs increase/decrease the resistance to your needs. It's a good machine. Best I've owned.