Max Trainer M6 Assembly Video

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BowFlex Max Trainer, M6 Assembly Video

In this video we will show you how to install the Max Trainer M6 Fitness machine.

Before you begin assembly, please make sure to read the assembly manual thoroughly as it contains important safety warnings and assembly tips.

Please note that there are some steps in the assembly process that might require two people to help with the assembly.

Some components of the machine can be heavy or unwieldy. Please use a second person when doing assembly involving these parts.

Begin by Selecting an area where you are going to set up and operate your Elliptical machine. For safe operation, the machine must be located on a hard, level surface. Please allow a minimum workout area of 78.5 inches and 97 inches, as shown. Be sure that the workout space you chose has adequate height clearance, taking into consideration the height of the user and the maximum incline of the fitness machine.

Start the Assembly by checking the parts List.

There are two boxes included with your assembly.

Box One contains the following Parts:

  • Item 1: Frame (x1)
  • Item 2: Shroud, Rear (x1)
  • Item 3: Foot Platform (x2)
  • Item 4: Foot Pad (x2)
  • Item 5: Hardware Card (x1)
  • Item 6: Console Assembly with Aerobars (x1)
  • Item 7: Dynamic Handlebar, Left (x1)
  • Item 8: Leg (x2)
  • Item 9: Pedal (x2)
  • Item 10: Stabilizer Assembly (x1)
  • Item 11: Rail Assembly (x1)
  • Item 12: Cap (x2)

Box Two contains the following parts:

  • Item 13: Dynamic Handlebar, Right (x1)
  • Item 14: AC Adapter (x1)
  • Item 15: Manual Kit (x1)
  • Item 16: Media Capture Bar (x1)
  • Item A: Socket Head Hex Screw, 8x1.25x20 (x6)
  • Item B: Lock Washer M8x14.8 (x6)
  • Item C: Washer, Flat M8x18 (x4)
  • Item D: Socket Head Hex Screw M10x1.25 (x4)
  • Item E: Washer, Flat M10x23 (x4)
  • Item F: Pan Phillips Screw M5x0.8x20 (x1)
  • Item G: Washer, Flat M8x24 (x2)
  • Item H: Cap (x2)

Check the assembly for the following hardware:

  • Item I: Wave Washer 17.2x22 (x2)
  • Item J: Socket Head Hex Screw M8x1.0x55 (x4)
  • Item K: Lock Nut M8 (x4)
  • Item L: Flat Washer M8x18 (x8)
  • Item M: Socket Head Hex Screw M6x1.0x8 (x8)
  • Item N: Socket Head Hex Screw M6x1.0x20 (x4)
  • Item O: Lock Washer M6x14.8 (x4)
  • Item P: Flat Washer M6x13 (x4)
  • Item Q: Socket Head Hex Screw M6x1,0x20 (x6)
  • Item R: Lock Washer M6x14.8 (s6)

Please note that a right (" R ") and left (" L ") decal has been applied to some parts to assist with assembly.

Select pieces of Hardware have been provided as spares on the Hardware Card.

Be aware that after proper assembly there may be remaining Hardware.

The following tools are required for assembly:

  • Scissors (x1)
  • Screwdriver (x1)
  • 13mm Wrench (x1)
  • 5mm, 6mm, 8mm Hex Wrench (x1)

The following wrenches are included with your assembly: A Number two, 5mm, 6mm, and 8mm Allen Wrench, as well as a 13mm Double Box Wrench.

Step One, Rail Assembly

For this step you will require the following parts:

  • Item 1: Frame (x1)
  • Item 11: Rail Assembly (x1)
  • Item A: Socket Head Hex Screw M8x1.25x20 (x4)
  • Item B: Lock Washer M8x14.8 (x4)
  • Item C: Flat Washer M8x18 (x4)
  • 13mm Wrench

You might require two people to help with the assembly process in this step.
It is highly recommended that someone assists you with this step.
Begin step one by attaching the Rail Assembly, part number eleven, to the back side of the frame, part-number one.
Slowly push the Rail Assembly towards the Frame and match the top holes as shown.
Next, using Four Part A Screws, four-Part B washers, and four Part C Washers, secure the Rail Assembly to the Frame.
Securely Tighten each Screw using your hand.
Only Hand tighten the Hardware at this time, as you will need to fully tighten the hardware at a later step.
Finally, using the provided 13mm Double Box Wrench, release the frame from the shipping Plate by removing the hardware located on each side of the Frame.
Make sure to remove the hardware on both sides of the Frame.
Step One is now complete

Step Two, Stabilizer Assembly

For this step you will require the following parts:

  • Item 10: Stabilizer Assembly (x1)
  • Item D: Socket Head Hex Screw M10x1.5x25 (x4)
  • Item E: Flat Washer M10x23 (x4)

You might require two people to help with the assembly process in this step.
It is highly recommended that someone assists you with this step.
Begin step two by attaching four Levelers on to the Stabilizer Assembly Part Number Ten.
Rotate the Levelers Clockwise to fully tighten.
Tighten all four Levelers.
Repeat these steps for the opposite side.
The levelers might require adjustment to level the Machine.
Make sure to follow the instructions in the assembly manual when leveling the Machine.
Continue step two by carefully lifting the Frame Assembly from the Shipping Plate.
Place the Shipping plate aside and Place the Frame on top of the Stabilizer Assembly, Part Number Ten.
Matching the Frame Holes to the Top of Holes of the Stabilize Assembly, secure the Stabilizer by hand-tightening four Part D Screws and four Part E Washers.
After all hardware has been hand tightened, proceed by fully tightening the hardware using the provided 8mm Allen wrench.
Repeat these steps for the opposite side.
Next, proceed by fully tightening ALL hardware from previous steps.
You will require the provided 6mm Allen Wrench to fully tighten the four Part A screws that were previously used on steps One.
Step two is now complete

Step Three, Attaching the Rear Shroud

For this step you will require the following parts:

  • Item 2: Rear Shroud (x1)
  • Item 12: Cap (x2)
  • Item F: Pan Phillips Screw M5x0.8x20 (x1)
  • Screwdriver

Begin step three by attaching the rear shroud, part number two onto the Frame Assembly.
To attach the rear shroud, place the inside hook of the Rear Shroud on the Frame Assembly and then pivot it up into place.
Use one Part F screw to secure the Shroud.
Place the screw on the top hole as shown and tighten the screw using a Phillips screwdriver.
Next, attach two Part number Twelve Caps on each side of the Frame Assembly.
Gently Push each Cap into position.
Step Three is now complete

Step Four, Attaching the Legs to the Frame Assembly

For this step you will require the following parts:

  • Item A: Socket Head Hex Screw M8x1.25x20 Black (x2)
  • Item B: Lock Washer M8x14.8 Black (x2)
  • Item G: Flat Washer M8x24 Black (x2)
  • Item 9: Leg (x2)
  • Item H: Cap (x2)
  • Item I: Wave Washer 17.2x22 (x2)
  • 6mm Hex Wrench

Begin step four by attaching both, Part Eight Legs to each side of the Frame Assembly.
Starting with the left side, place one Part I Wave-Washer through the top post as shown, before attaching the Leg.
Proceed by securing the Leg to the Frame Assembly by using One part A Screw, One Part B and one Part G Washer.
Tighten the screw using the provided 6mm Allen wrench.
Finally, cover the hardware using one Part H Cap.
Push the cap into position.
Let the Leg rest on top of the Rail Assembly.
Be aware that the legs are connected and when either of the legs move the other does as well.
Repeat these same steps for the opposite side.
Step Four is now complete

Step Five, Attaching the Pedals

For this step you will require the following parts:

  • Item J: Socket Head Hex Screw M8x1.0x55 Black (x4)
  • Item K: Lock Nut M8 (x4)
  • Item L: Flat Washer M8x18 (x8)
  • Item 9: Pedal (x2)
  • 6mm Hex Wrench
  • 13mm Wrench

Begin step five by placing two foot pedals Part Number Nine, on to the Frame Assembly.
Starting with the Left Side, insert the tube ends of the Pedal on to the Leg assembly.
Be careful to avoid fingers or hands being caught or pinched.
Secure the Pedal by using Two Part J screws with Two Part L Washers on one side, and two-Part L Washers with two Part K Lock Nuts on the other side.
Fully tightening the Lock nuts using the provided 13mm Double Box Wrench tool.
Tighten the screw using the provided 6mm Allen Wrench.
Repeat these steps for the opposite side and make sure all hardware is securely tightened.
Step Five is now complete

Step Six, Attaching the Foot Platforms and Foot Pads

For this step you will require the following parts:

  • Item 3: Foot Platform (x2)
  • 5mm Hex Wrench
  • Item 4: Foot Pad (x2)
  • Item M: Socket Head Hex Screw M6x1.0x8 (x8)

Begin step six by placing two Part-Four Foot Pads onto the Pedals.
Starting with the left side, attach the Foot Pad using four Part M screws.
Insert the screws through the Foot Pad and through the Pedal.
Fully-tighten all screws using the provided 5mm Allen Wrench.
Repeat these steps for the opposite side.
Next, Place the Foot Platform Part Number Three on to the Foot Pad.
Slightly Push the Foot Platform into Place.
Repeat these steps for the opposite side.
Step Six is now complete

Step Seven, Attaching the Console Assembly and the Media Capture Bar

For this step you will require the following parts:

  • Item 6: Console Assembly (w/Aerobars) (x1)
  • Item 16: Media Capture Bar (x1)
  • 5mm Hex Wrench
  • Item O: Lock Washer M6x14.8 (x4)
  • Item N: Socket Head Hex Screw, M6x1.0x20 Black (x4)
  • Item P: Flat Washer M6x13 (x4)

Begin Step Seven by cutting the Shipping Zip-Tie that secures the cables inside the top Frame assembly.
Use Scissors to Cut the Zip-Tie.
Do not let the Cables drop into the Frame Assembly and take care not to cut or crimp the Console Cables.
Next, place the Console Assembly Part Number Six, on top of the Frame Assembly and connect the Console Assembly Cables with the Frame Assembly Cables.
Slowly insert the Console Assembly into the Frame Assembly without crimping the cables.
Secure the Console Assembly using four Part N Screws, Four Part O and Part P Washers.
Fully tighten the Hardware using the provided 5mm Allen Wrench.
Repeat these steps for the opposite side.
After all Hardware is secure, proceed by attaching the Media Capture Part Number Sixteen on to the Console Assembly.
Simply push the Media Capture Bar into place as shown.
Step Seven is now complete

Step Eight, Attaching the Upper Handlebars

For this step you will require the following parts:

  • Item 13: Dynamic Handlebar Right (x1)
  • Item 7: Dynamic Handlebar Left (x1)
  • Item Q: Socket Head Hex Screw M6x1.0x20 (x6)
  • 5mm Hex Wrench
  • Item R: Lock Washer M6x14.8 (x6)

You might require two people to help with the assembly process in this step.
It is highly recommended that someone assists you with this step.
Begin Step eight by placing the Left Dynamic Handlebar Part Number Seven.
and the Right Dynamic Handlebar Part Number thirteen on each side of the Frame Assembly.
A right (" R ") and left (" L ") decal has been applied to the parts to assist with assembly.
Be aware that the Pedals and the Upper Handlebars are connected and when either of these parts move the other does as well.
Starting with the Left Side, Secure the dynamic Handlebar using three Part Q Screws and Three Part R Lock Washers.
Fully tighten all screws using the provided 5mm Allen Wrench.
Next, repeat these steps on the opposite side and attach the Right Dynamic Handlebar Part Number Thirteen on to the Frame Assembly.
Step Eight is now complete

Step Nine, Connecting the AC Power Adapter

Begin step nine by placing the AC adapter Part Number Fourteen, to the front near the bottom of the Frame Assembly.
Next, Plug the Power Adapter as shown.
Push the AC adapter into location and Make sure that the power adapter wire stays clear of all moving parts.

Congratulations! You have now completed the assembly of the Max Trainer M6 Fitness Machine.

Before using the machine, please make a final inspection. Please Inspect the machine to ensure that all fasteners are tight, and all components are properly assembled.

You can now remove any protective covers from the face of the Console as well as the Plastic scratch guard strips from the Rails.

Do not use until the machine has been fully assembled and inspected for correct performance in accordance with the Owner?s Manual.

Enjoy your new Max Trainer M6 Fitness machine!

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